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what a desolate place would be a world without a flower

the art of enjoying solitude

fast car

approaching life as if there is tomorrow

living today and feeling no sorrow

holding on to memories that are in the past

driving in the fast lane of life, moving too fast

We had the grand circle tour of the Park by riding the excursion-style train. After which is the visit in the Main Street USA where I get to see Pixar animation, featuring the spinning Toy Story Zoetrope. Nearby is the Animation Academy where I “almost” learn how to draw Mickey Mouse. Well, I indeed up with just looking around how my classmates were doing.

Fantasyland is like walking through a magical portal. Mickey’s Philhar Magic, Cinderella Carousel, “The Golden Mickeys” and “The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh” are among the attractions here. Next stop is the discovery of space exploration, battle with Buzz lighter, and an interaction with Stitch in Tomorrowland. And a short visit to Adventureland as we were getting ready to watch the Parade.

and yes, I finally met Mickey!

before mickey & i met

if there is one thing i love doing, it's travelling. nothing beats the joy of discovery. i'll be posting my travel destination from now on. and i am starting with the most recent one, the Hongkong trip. the first trip for this year and yes, finally, mickey & i met.

Hongkong is one of the world’s principal port cities and a leading financial center of Asia and the world. Hongkong offers a host of memorable tourist attractions within its compact area, always reinventing itself balances old traditional charm with modern sophistication.

....before meeting mickey ...

moving too fast

during our busiest days, time seems never enough. we, often times, hope we can freeze time and try to grasp the seconds. we move too fast.

we need to slow down. when we do, each second ticks a little longer than the usual.

"open your eyes a little wider and look at everything. take it all in. remember people, times and occassions gone by. allow everything you see to remind you of something"

waiting

The butterfly counts not months, But moments

of fear & anxiety

i'm disappointed with myself. i didn't expect unforeseen detours.

what i recently read explains what's within me.

"will i ever get rid of fear & anxiety? they say, yes but there is a caveat. we go through periods of fear and anxiety only to come our normal for a time. the caveat lies in our inability to face our fears. if one mope around feeling sorry for one's self then yes progress towards effective anxiety management delays."

but, hey. tomorrow's gonna be a great day. there's no room for feeling sorry for any wrong decision. i won't let my worries get the best of me. no way!

to sail

sail to see the sunset of the new horizon;

smell the sweet smells of the sea breeze;

to sail in the serene blue sea

in between

saw this couple in caleruega, batangas

"and where is the line between romantic and delusional?

and how do you know once you cross the set line?

do we live in the world we physically touch?

or do we live in the world created by our minds?"

hold my hand

thea & osh in enchanted

just suppose that shaping and moulding of destiny is one's destiny? and it is the bridge you build to the one you love. when the road seems uncertain, hold my hand. and i am destined to be there for you and hold your hand.

and all its craziness

i love the whole world

it's such a brilliant place

xavier

attended vince's son's baptismal last Sunday, xavier is so adorable. an angel.

ocean and sky

Nothing is as magical as the ocean and the sky. And to where I was? I was in between. Was it the ocean reflecting on the sky or was it the sky reflecting on the ocean? Is it the blue of the sky or the calm of the ocean that draws you to stare?

reminds me of Discovery Channel commercial "The World is just Awesome"

i'd like some ice cream

and the question is, did she get the ice cream?

where these wings will take me

as i wander around, i ask myself what's ahead of me. felt like i am a stranger in this world and often times i wonder if i belong here.

the journey seems endless. i don't want to go yet i never want to stay either. i am tired but i wanna move on.

... and to where these wings will take me, i hope one day i will finally find home.

NOT-QUITE-Under-the-Sea Aquatic Experience

Saying goodbye to summer doesn’t have to be a sad affair for your kids. Cap off the summer season with a fun activity that has an educational slant. A recently popular venue can be the Manila Ocean Park located at the back of Quirino Grandstand in Rizal Park. This is the Philippines’ first world-class Oceanarium.

Manila Ocean Park recently partnered with World Wildlife Fund-Philippines (WWF) to optimize the learning process and assure the visitors of the right level of awareness. It also aims to show that oceans are important in human & world survival. Truly, a visit in Manila Ocean Park is more than just a fun “fish” experience.

The sections which divides the Oceanarium are: "Agos"; "Bahura"; "Buhay na Karagatan"; "Pating"; "Ang Kailaliman"; and "Laot", practically reflects the water source flow from fresh water to the ocean. You will be fascinated with what the Oceanarium has to offer; fish in all sizes and colors on display, multiple hues of coral reefs, 220 degree curved acrylic walkway tunnel, an experience of an ocean life and a lot more.

Manila Ocean Park is open from 10am – 9pm, daily with an entrance fee of PHP 400 and PHP 350, for adults and children, respectively. As it draws a number of visitors everyday, expect a long queue in ticket booths. It is best to go as early as you can. If you get hungry, there are a number of kiosks and food stores in the area. For a pleasurable dining experience, the Ozeano Fusion Restaurant which is located at the 2nd level offers buffet at PHP 600 per head.

Manila Ocean Park also features an extraordinary service – fish spa. Here you can dip your feet into a pool where a “doctor fish” nips dead skin of your feet. So, grab that camera and schedule a visit with your kids. Have the experience of fun and learn!

(the above article is posted in our company newsletter where i also write)