Tagged! Old School Blogging... ABCs!

Thanks, Christine! That was sorta sarcastic, you know. LOL! Because I have a long, long, loooonnnngggg list of things to write about (and another list of posts to finish), and yet, here I am - choosing to do this because you tagged me. Haha!

The truth is, I am not much of a writer. I think I've said this many times in the past (and even my profile says so in a way), that I really disliked writing as a kid. There are days when my mind goes blank, and I write and rewrite a post over a dozen times, with no success. So I need this distraction. Besides, it does keep things interesting around here, especially since I have stopped blogging about the usual things (that being... having a womanizer for a husband, desperate women and that sort, hahaha). So yes, let's do this!

My Alphabet Meme

A: Attached or Single? Define attached. LOL! Seriously, single but attached (ang labo). Well, I still am married, but are we together? Physically, no.

B: Best Friend? Meaning the first person I will call about anything significant... KY.

C. Cake or Pie? Cake.

D. Day of Choice? Saturdays (I get to sleep in!). Also looking forward to that day when God restores what has been taken from us. :)

E. Essential Item? My iPhone. Hey, it has my Bible in it (the app, of course!).

F. Favorite Color? Red. I also like Black, White and Grey.

G. Gummy Bears or Worms? Bears! Red ones!

H. Hometown? Quezon City/ Walnut Creek, CA

I. Favorite Indulgence? Shopping for myself (which I hardly ever do now, sob!). Buying a bag. Eating a whole, white Toblerone bar, or a whole pint of Arce Dairy Macapuno Ice Cream.

J. January or July? January! New year, clean slate.

K. Kids? Yes, adorable ones.

L. Life isn't complete without? JESUS!

M. Marriage Date? February 2002

N. Number of brothers/ sisters? 3 siblings, if you count KY. Hahaha!

O. Oranges or Apples? Bananas! Hahaha! Okay, maybe Apples. With Peanut Butter or Cookie Butter. Nom!

P. Phobias? Frogs.

Q. Quotes? "When a believing person prays, great things happen." James 5:16

R. Reasons to smile? Grace. Sun peeking through clouds. Canopy of Trees. A baby's carefree laughter. Kids.

S. Season of Choice? Fall. Love the colors. And Black Friday Sale. Hahaha!

T. Tag 5 People. Thammie. Iris without the H. Ida, who stays up all night to catch Football on TV (and who needs to revive her blog so she has to do this). Ruth who runs her blog like the Energizer Bunny (saludo ako sa energy mo, Mare!). And Washi Tape Queen, Cai.

U. Unknown fact about me? I can bark like a dog. Meow like a cat. And M is my imaginary friend from childhood. Hehehe.

V. Vegetable? Tomatoes. Baby Carrots. Okra (steamed with Bagoong). Zucchini.

W. Worst habit? Staying up late. I'm a night owl. I can't sleep early, and I can't wake up early. I also like twirling my hair. So which one's worst?

X. Xray or Ultrasound? Uh... ultrasound. Instant results.

Y. Your Favorite Food? Japanese. Salmon and Uni Sashimi.

Z. Zodiac Sign? Gemini.

Yay! Now it's your turn! Don't forget to grab the button below, tweet about it (#OSBlog) and tag your friends.

Blogging the old school way. Now, wasn't that fun? 

Let McDonald's Spice Up Your Day!

Guess what's unveiling at McDonald's today! 

McDonald's Philippines finally launches the McSpicy - the freshest and most exciting addition to the well-loved McDonald's menu! Yay! It's here!

Ronald wants you to get spiced up!

I remember trying the McSpicy in Singapore and in HongKong. And although I remember it being a tad too spicy for me, it's a great sandwich that's guaranteed to hit the spot for lovers of spicy food. The good news is, McDonald's Philippines has adjusted the recipe for the Philippine version of the McSpicy, and I must say, its blend of flavors is just right for Pinoys.

Modeling the McSpicy. Hehe. 

Introducing the NEW! McSpicy! Yes, it is chicken spiced right! Nom!

A and I were given the chance to try the local version of the McSpicy, and we both loved it! Think 100% juicy whole chicken meat that is seasoned with just the right amount of choice spices, topped with fresh crunchy lettuce and flavorful dressing, all in a perfectly toasted sesame seed bun. Mmmmmm... Just typing this is making my tummy grumble, and I am writing this at midnight (in time for the launch!).

What goes into your McSpicy...

See how big that whole chicken meat is? The McSpicy hits the spot!

My McSpicy Value Meal - "Make it Medium!"

If you're up for a foodie adventure, break away from that favorite Cheeseburger or Quarter Pounder (or the Big N' Tasty!) and try the NEW! McSpicy! I am telling you, it is a sandwich like no other, and it comes with a kick - enough to wake up those taste buds!

PLUS! It launches today! TODAY! The 13th of June, 2013! So head on over to McDonald's and allow the McSpicy to spice up your day (yes, pun there, but you get my point).

Get Spiced Up with the NEW! McSpicy today! Only at McDonald's.

McSpicy (ala carte): P80.00
McSpicy Value Meal: P115.00
Make It Medium: P135.00

Let the NEW! McSpicy turn that dull day around! GET SPICED UP TODAY!

Share your McSpicy moments with McDonald's on Facebook and on Twitter! 
| facebook.com/mcdo.ph
| twitter.com/mcdo_ph 

Hashtag: #mcspicyishere

Mustaches and Musings: Superbook!

SUPERBOOK!

I found out about Superbook a few weeks ago. My mom says I watched the classic version when I was little, but I don't remember. Anyway, my mom, brother and I went to a Superbook event. It was a Saturday. I actually thought that Superbook was just some sort of book fair, where you can buy books! Hahaha! But when we got to Galleria, I thought to myself, "Why are we at the theaters?"

The guy who hosted the event, Icko Gonzalez, was my mom's classmate in Middle School (that would be years ago! I will be in Middle School this year!). He had a short speech about Superbook. He told us that Superbook is a cartoon series that tells everyone about Bible stories. I got very curious. I thought, "Hmmm... this is something new." Then Icko had us watch an episode called "Let My People Go!" The episode is about Moses and the Israelites. I remember learning about this in Kid's Church. I loved how the cartoon made it easier for me to understand the story about the plagues and how the Israelites escaped Egypt's cruel Pharoah.

After the show, Icko announced that we can now watch Superbook on TV! That made me very happy. I told my mom right away, "Can we watch it?!!!" She told me I had to wake up early because it starts at 7:30am!!! You can watch Superbook on Saturdays and Sundays on GMA 7.

I took photos of our TV while I was watching Superbook!

Last Saturday, I woke up to my mom's alarm (very early! 7am!) so I got to watch Superbook. I was SUPER EXCITED! I was looking forward to it! The story they showed was called "In the Beginning", a story about Adam and Eve. The next day (Sunday), I woke up early again to watch Superbook Classic in Tagalog. The episode was "My Brother's Keeper", which was about Cain and Abel.

I really love Superbook.

My mom told me today that Superbook got high ratings when they first aired on TV. I am letting her post the news here for you to read:

SUPERBOOK'S PILOT EPISODE GARNERS HIGH RATINGS

It's proven and the numbers say it all!  Superbook's television come-back last June 1 was well received by Pinoys, young and old alike, as it took the 15th spot on the Overnight Data of the National Urban Top Daytime Programs list provided by Nielsen Audience Measurement.

Many Filipino families from different parts of the Philippines woke up early and watched Superbook Reimagined's pilot episode entitled "In The Beginning."  According to Nielsen, Superbook Reimagined got a 2.9% of the individuals watching during its timeslot, which earned it a spot on the top 15 tally.

The ranking was based on all daytime TV programs between that aired last Saturday and the audience covers those living within the national urban areas.

With all the support,  positive feedbacks and high ratings, kids and their parents can expect more fun, excitement and learnings from Superbook Reimagined.

CBN Asia’s Superbook Project Head, Icko Gonzalez, expressed his delight upon receiving the good news.  "The word to describe my feeling about the success of the first episode is 'Super!" I'm so happy that there were so many people who supported us, that they were excited about Superbook. We’re also very grateful to our friends, sponsors and partners.  It's definitely great to see that many kids are ready to go for more adventures with Gizmo, Chris and Joy so all I can further say is: 'Here we go!'"

Source: www.batangsuperbook.com

I am excited to catch tomorrow's episode, "The Test". I am guessing it is about Abraham and Isaac. I found this preview on the Batang Superbook Facebook Page!

I really, really love Superbook!

Mustaches and Musings: HELLO!

Hi, everyone! My daughter A has been bugging me about starting her own blog. As much as I want her to start her own account, she is only 11, and I think this is a safer, if not, easier way for her to start writing a few pieces (and getting an audience!). Yes, much like how Smart Parenting Mag started as a Good Housekeeping supplement and section! So please allow me to introduce A - my beautiful and talented daughter (wink!). 

This was really supposed to be her summer project, but then, summer workshops and volleyball classes got in the way.  I hope you encourage her to write some more by commenting on her posts. See, I was never really a writer until college, when my good friend EM complimented my writing style on a piece I wrote for English class - an essay about "telling the wind my secrets". It's been years since then, but I will never forget the thought that entered my head after he told me so - "I want to write some more!" (If only to impress him, haha)

So anyway, we've decided to call her section "Mustaches and Musings" just because these are her thoughts, and right now, she's into all things mustache. LOL! 

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HELLO!

My name is A. Catral, and this is my story. Not exactly my life story, but an introduction. Hehehe.

This is my first time to make a blog, and I am not used to it. You know, I didn't have a blog before 'cause I wasn't ready yet. But now, I AM READY! :)

I love writing stories but you wouldn't know 'cause I write them for myself. ALONE. But now, with this blog, I can just write those stories here! 

OMG! I am so excited! Let's go! Join me! We're going to have lots of fun!

PS. Those stories aren't about me, so I guess that's what's going to be different now that I have a blog. I'm going to have to write about myself, too!