The Early Bird is... Early (Part 1).

Yes, folks. I have started shopping. I can't help it. Thursday, after my quick drop off for our visas at the Korean Embassy (yes, we're going to Korea!), I took my assistant G on a quick trip to S&R BGC. I had flashbacks of how this and that ran out of stock during past Members' Treats and so I found myself loading my cart with a few items. Eeps. Thank goodness a lot of the good stuff are already on Early Bird Sale. I am not sure if their prices will go any lower on Wednesday, but all is good. I am a happy S&R camper.

Thinks to self while munching on a Strawberry and Cheese Strudel (which incidentally is on Early Bird Sale at P129.95 for 15 pieces): I could shop here everyday.

We initially were just planning to have lunch. But I went around anyway to snap some photos (which incidentally, you can't do pala in-store, oops. Sorry to Ate Guard who told me, after I snapped over a dozen photos of items I wanted to make sure were in my cart next week. Yes, photos are handy! That way, I can have A look for the item, too! Hehe.

If you still haven't heard about it, S&R's Members' Treat is happening next week, from the 13th til the 17th of March. And if you aren't one for falling in line and doing all that crazy hoarding with a thousand others, here's good news for you. They have an Early Bird Sale. Avail of some popular Members' Treat items at Members' Treat prices...now. Yes, NOW. MAINTENANT. TODAY. AUJOURD'HUI.

But of course the big shebang happens on Wednesday. But like I said, if patience isn't your thing, do yourself (and everyone else) a favor, and go to the Early Bird Sale instead. Believe me when I say, after over 5 years of going to this event, I've seen many hotheaded folks getting worked up unnecessarily. Even because of very small, trivial things. This sale isn't for the short-tempered, impatient one. If you are one or the other, or both, but you really want to check out Members' Treat on their sale dates, DON'T GO ON THE FIRST DAY.

So anyway, let me share some of those Early Bird Sale photos with you. I am splitting this post into two parts. This preview is for non-food items. Yes, there are just too many photos (Read: Too many great deals, argh!)!

These soap packs are already on sale.
But I prefer Ivory and Safeguard, those go on sale on Wednesday!

Some of the hair products are already on sale.
Dove Cool Moisture Shampoo or Conditioner, Before P399.95; SALE P299.95 each.
Suave Professional Sleek Shine Shampoo or Conditioner, Before P599.95; SALE P499.95 each.

I am definitely getting this for RL! Johnson's Baby Bubble Bath & Wash, Before P399.95; SALE P299.95

BUY 1 TAKE 1 on the Colgate Dora Kiddie Toothpaste, P179.95!

My kids both inherited R's allergic rhinitis. Nasal sprays are a constant in our home.
Before P1,099.95; SALE P899.95

My brother has a drawer full of Nyquil. He loves these!
Before P1,119.95; SALE P899.95

The usual household cleaning and care stuff on sale!
BioZip Laundry Detergent 4kg, Before P369.95; SALE P249.95
Member's Selection Bath Tissue 20 rolls, Before P699.95; SALE P499.95
Zip Dishwashing Liquid 3L, BUY 1 TAKE 1 P299.95
Proforce Pink Lotion Dish Detergent, Before P379.95; SALE P299.95
Onwards Kitchen Towels 8 rolls, Before P349.95; SALE P249.95 

American Home Coffee Maker, Before P679.95; SALE P529.95

I've always wanted a Tower Fan! Before P3,299.95; SALE P2,299.95

Printed Rainbow Plush Pillow, Before P599.95; SALE P399.95

During the last Members' Treat, the plush toys were such a hit!
These huge bears are on sale! Before P799.95; SALE P499.95!

These I absolutely had to buy right away!
Fruit of the Loom Ankle or No Shows, Boys or Girls 10-pc pack, Before P399.95; SALE P349.95

A lot, and I mean, A LOTTTTT of items for the home and kitchen on sale now.
Upper row (L-R): Cutting Board galore! Mulberry Index Cutting Boards 5in1, Before P899.95; SALE P699.95
Non-skid Mulberry Cutting Board, Before P499.95; SALE P349.95
Mulberry Set of 3 Bamboo Cutting Boards, Before P499.95; SALE P379.95
Middle Row (L-R): CW Rockford Drinking Glasses 10-pc, Before P399.95; SALE P249.95
Gibson Everyday Tuxedo Deluxe 20-pc set, Before P999.95; SALE P599.95
Ecoguard 5.5inch Non-Stick Aluminum Mini Fry Pans 2-pc pack, Before P499.95; SALE P349.95
Bottom Row (L-R): Rubbermaid Premier Canisters 18-pc set, Before P999.95; SALE P799.95
Anchor Fire-King 4-pc Bake Set/ Anchor 3-pc Bake and Take Set, Before P799.95; SALE P599.95
Rubbermaid Refill Reuse Tumbler Value Pack 4pc, Before P499.95; SALE P349.95

Clockwise from left: Elements Over-the-door Mirror, Before P699.95; SALE P499.95
Snapware 3-Layer Storage Bins, Before P299.95; SALE P219.95
Rubbermaid Clever Store 71Qt Bin, Before: P599.95; SALE P449.95 / 41Qt Bin, Before: P399.95; SALE P319.95KHC Mesh Wire Wastebasket, BUY 1 TAKE 1 P399.95 / Plastic Character Trash Bins, Before P199.95; SALE P149.95
Gimi Jolly Cloth Dryer 18meters, Before P899.95; SALE P649.95 / With Wheels, Before P1,399.95; SALE P999.95

Intex Easy Set Pool 10' x 30", Before P5,699.95; SALE P3,499.95

Left: Keter Funtivity Play House, Before P9,999.95; SALE P8,499.95
Right: Keter My Garden Play House, Before: P7499.95; SALE P5,999.95

Front: Little Tikes Adventure Swing Set, Before P27,999.95; SALE P22,999.95
Back: Little Tikes Clubhouse Swing Set, Before P31,999.95; SALE P26,999.95

Front: Wicker Bistro Set 3-pc, Before P18,999.95; SALE P14,999.95
Back: Bellaire Patio Set 4-pc, Before P59,999.95; SALE 51,999.95

I didn't take photos of the tables anymore, since that always goes on sale each Members' Treat anyway.

Funny thing that happened earlier today: My boss, S, sent me a text telling me about the Early Bird Sale at S&R.

Boss: K, early bird sale at S&R. A lot of Buy 1 Take 1 and Sale items. Hehe, just went there. What's happening on March 13? More Sale items?
K: I already went there Thursday. Ako pa mahuhuli. LOL!

Boss: You're still going on the 13th?
K: Of course!

The photos are getting me extra excited. I can't wait for Wednesday! A has exams this week, so we are in the middle of Science and Language. I shall try to post part two tonight.

S&R Members' Treat
13-17 March 2013
BE THERE OR BE SQUARE.

Shopping na!

The Great S&R Members' Treat - A PREVIEW.

Here's a sneak peek of what to expect at next week's Members' Treat!

If you can't wait for next week, why not try visiting an S&R store today and avail of their Early Bird sale? Yes! Some items are already on sale! I haven't had the chance to look into what's already on sale, but I shall try to visit before the weekend.

S&R Members' Treat is happening next week! March 13-17, 2013. 

See you there!

RL Funnies: A-B-C!

I took the kids to Centris Walk yesterday - it was SaturKIDSday. SaturKIDSday happens when I feel I've been so detached from home - mainly because of work, and then sometimes because I get so out of whack.

So anyway, the kids got to ride Wowowheels as much as they wanted to (we had unlimited vouchers) and got on the bungee gym for three minutes each. Pretty soon, they were spent and wanted drinks.

We went to nearby Chatime for some Chocolate Mousse drinks. While waiting for our drinks, RL declares we were to play a game. "A-B-C! A-B-C! Let's play the game where we say words with the letters!" My mom always plays this game with him to help him with patience (this game to while away time so he doesn't notice and gets bored). So ok, we were about to play when he told us his rules. 1st round, animal names; 2nd, fruits; 3rd, veggies.

K: "Ok, I go first. A! Animal, anteater."
RL: "Great job, mommy! My turn! B! Fruit... Uh... (Shrugs)"
A: "Fruit, RL!"
RL: "I don't know!"
A: "B! Buuuuhhh... You know, your favorite fruit!"
RL: "B? Buuuuhhh... Ah! B-ango!"

Lol! Pang-Eat Bulaga anak ko!

Extreme Level 21... And Update the App Soon, Please!!!

Okaaaayyyy... it's been quiet around here. I've been playing on my little boy's iPad, trying to get all the Golden Carrots on his app, while patiently (cough!) waiting for the update that's supposed to bring us Ice World. I am not sure if some of you still need this, but anyway...

Extreme Level 21! a.k.a. the level to finish before you say goodbye to Carrot Fantasy (well, for a while).

How do you get the Golden Carrot? To some, this could be one of the easiest levels to conquer. To most, this was one of the hardest. I got coaching from my brother, so I got the Golden Carrot after two tries. BUT! You have to be extra patient, clicking on the x2 button will only make you lose your carrot. So take it slow. Patience is a virtue and will eventually reap you rewards. In this case, Golden Carrot.

Alright, not funny. On to the walkthrough then.

Start out by planting a GAS BOTTLE and SUN tower on those two available plots. Upgrade both towers ONCE.
Aim for the small chest above them. This will contain a FISH tower. 

You want to destroy as much obstacles as you can during the first 4 waves.
Wave 5 has a BIG boss-like pest that needs to be stopped before it reaches the last part of your track.
When you destroy the Skeleton beside the fish, plant another GAS BOTTLE and try to destroy all obstacles to the right.
Upgrade when you can, but DON'T upgrade your SUN.

As you destroy the obstacles on top of the track, your maxed GAS BOTTLE and SUN (the first two you planted) will
destroy the pests and get you coins. Use coins to plant a GAS BOTTLE on the left side of track (as shown above).

You want to have all these towers up and upgraded to max when you reach wave 5.
It is important that your MUD/POO towers are upgraded to max so you can slow that boss down.

I added that GAS BOTTLE there on the right to help with ze bossing!

Upgrade the GAS BOTTLES but don't upgrade the SUN nor the SYRINGE.

Plant a GAS BOTTLE TOWER on right side of track to help you destroy the obstacles there.
First, work on the small, upper chest. That will contain an ELECTRIC BALL tower. Upgrade to max.
Upgrade GAS BOTTLE to max.

Once you destroy all obstacles on the right side of the track, work on destroying the large chest in the middle.
This will contain four MUD/ POO towers. Delete those and replace with GAS BOTTLES. Upgrade to max.
Destroy all other obstacles below the track and plant GAS BOTTLES.

Sacrifice your ARROW tower. Add a MUD/ POO tower on lower right of track, below the other MUD/POO towers.
Upgrade to max.

As you get more coins, plant another MUD/POO tower below the upper right GAS BOTTLE. Upgrade to max.

Plant another GAS BOTTLE below the last MUD/ POO tower you had planted previously. Upgrade to max.
Replace your SUN and SYRINGE towers with GAS BOTTLES. Upgrade both to max.

Try to plant as much MUD/ POO towers as you can, and upgrade them. I planted another one on the upper left corner.
These will help you slow down the big pests on wave 25.

Now, wave 25 is tricky. You get about two big pests (and some small ones) on this wave before the actual boss. These two big pests are fast! You must click on the them for a few seconds in order to direct some of the fire power toward them. Then, once your boss appears and reaches the first corner, click on your boss. It is important that you get to click on the boss at the right time or you will never get to kill it. 

Once your boss passes the point where the GAS BOTTLES (at bottom of the track), and the MUD/ POO towers
(on bottom left side of track) aren't able to reach it anymore, delete them and plant them on upper right of track (as shown).
Upgrade to max.

And voila...

...you got ze Golden Carrot! Yay!

Gold and clear! Bonne chance!

There are actually different ways to finish this game. The key here is timing... as well as planting enough GAS BOTTLES to kill and enough MUD/ POO towers to slow down the boss. Like I said earlier, Wave 25 can be really tricky, and if you aren't fast enough, those two big pests can get to the carrot. So be quick! If you fail the first time, try again. Besides, without this walkthrough, you'd be trying and trying anyway, 'ayt? C'mon, this walkthrough didn't hurt! LOL! I sure hope this helps you out with Level 21. Tell me if it does, and if it doesn't... well, maybe someone will post a better strategy. Hehe.

Now where is that update, taozi?