Tula ng Emotera

Yay.. haha, came across my poem on valentines day from 3 valentine seasons ago.This was for my then bf--now bff. lolz...

 At times, we become a makata when in love. We can do stupid things and great things we dont even  realize when we're inlove, and some talent emerge just like this one--writing poem.... non poet writes poem, non singer compose music, non cook becomes a kitchen muse etc etc... The bottom line is, love could really make someone do things. Well, my then poem ..

Tula ng Emotera

J  ang simula ng kanyang  ngalan,

Inisyal pa lang masarap ng pakinggan,

Sa ‘king pandinig, simple… Apat na letra sa kabuuan

Maiksi ngunit kung  ang me ari ng ngalan ang  titignan

Higit pa rito ang misteryo ng kanyang katauhan..

Emote  ng puso ko, bahala na si batman---

sana lang puso ko’y huwag pahirapan

Mahal nya ko noon, kahapon, hanggang ngayon

Panghahawakan ko pangakong  niluma na ng panahon

Sana lang huwag subukan ng pagkakataon..

Luluha tiyak ang pusong  di ko alam kung hanggang  saan ang mitsa

Kung sakaling pangako ay biglang bawiin na lang basta

Sana naman ay hindi, ako’y umaasa

Pag-ibig kong korni mang tignan alam ko namang tunay at kakaiba

Sabihan man akong unlimited, pauli-ulit at parang sirang plaka…

Ayos lang yun pagkat mahal ko sya ..sino ba iyon?  Ikaw nga!

Mahal kita…at Mamahalin pa kita—noon yan ang lagi mong bukambibig

Ngayon ang salitang yan ang nais ko sana uling marinig

Ngayong Araw ng mga puso—eto ang aking hiling,

Sana kakornihan mang matatawag iyo itong dinggin

Mga salitang sa isip at puso’y tumiim

Hanggang sa hukay iyan ay dadalhin

Pahiram ng dayalog kung di mo mamasamain

Mahal kita.. at mamahalin pa …kung iyong nanaisin.

Chicken ala Kyums ( Chicken and Tofu with Celery and Onion leaves)

 Another recipe I get to collect and cook. This one's a special menu of  my bff.  I dont know the name of his recipe (and so is he lolz).. It's some kind of his kitchen experiment and turned out delicious. Its great to have him shared the recipe, and  for some time I get the chance to do it...... and the amateur kitchen cook strikes again! haha. Because it doesn't have a name, Ive created one for it.. chicken ala kyums.. named it after him since he was the one who created it ( kyum's actually his alias) hehe.

When I tried this at home, my nephews and sister liked it... and on second time,had another chance to try it again at my bro's home.. my niece liked it and also had her 2nd and third servings..  I must say, the dish tastes well and yummy( given me enough guts to continue intruding the kitchen  area ha ha ), so my kitchen adventure goes on. This viand is good for those who no longer have time to prepare or doesn't want additional viands.

Not too presentable but... eatable and palatable ;-p

Ingredients:

• 3/4 kilo chicken thigh and wings, chopped finely
• 2 cups tofu ( cut into 1 inch cubes)
• 3/4 cup chopped celery
• 3/4 cup onion leaves or leek
• 3 cloves garlic, minced or chopped finely
  
• 1 onion, minced or chopped finely
• 1-2  tablespoon ginger,cut into julienne strips or chop into fine size
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 2 tbs soy sauce
• 2 tbs vinegar 
• 2 tbs cooking oil
• seasonings to taste
• 1 cup water or broth
• oyster sauce ( optional; alternative for soy and sugar)

 Procedures:

1.  In a medium size stockpot, heat  2 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic, then onion; followed by ginger. stir and cook for a minute.  
2. Add chicken and saute. Add water or chicken broth; let stand until chicken is partially cooked and the broth almost half the cup. Add soy sauce, vinegar and sugar;let stand until chicken is tender and until the sauce has thickened .Add tofu cubes;simmer for 5 mins. Add celery and onion leaves. simmer. add seasonings to taste. Serve with hot  rice. enjoy.

The main ingredients

Try it...

Summer Escapades 3: Breaking Free from Summer Heat ( A trip and dip to Lobo)

At laaast, I finally finished some things that made me so busy..  and because I have forgotten to include my last summer sprees, here it goes... The last day of the month of May were the targeted date for our department outing. It still was freakin' hot so it was alright to still schedule outings and last minute adventures (.. and because it was the only available date that we could all go out.. lolz).
 

Playing with silhouettes (My  favorite group shots)

     

The only available choice that we could go to were in Lobo, Batangas ( place where I experienced my first outing with the team almost a decade ago... and also where I've gotten pricked by sea urchin --- 21 spines to be exact he he). Choosing the place for our summer end frolic was worth the while nevertheless.  After-not so many- years, it was somewhat developed. ( now less sea urchins ha ha). Water was really clear you can see plenty of small fish when you take a dip, ...also big ones and sea urchins on deeper part. Small crabs are also visible on sand. When you try boat trips along the beautiful coast of Lobo, you'll get to see the beautiful underwater sea creatures... (I wasn't able to get my camera for this scene since I'm all wet) and of course the cute new rest houses at the edge of the mountain.( wish I could have one of those .lolz)

Clear water of Lobo

The Stationary Balsa

Shore side

There weren't much recreation areas for amusements, just the videoke... and the long walk to the old lighthouse or Parola of Malabrigo. Along the way were isles of small stones and sea shells ( worth the walk by the way), and the photo sprees of 'kulitan' and crazy moments with workmates.

a walk to the  lighthouse

isle of stones

seashells

some view of the resort

Its where we gather

our driver's getting ready to videoke

group shot

getting wacky

mermaids and mermans without the tail

I love the serenity of the place.I enjoyed the bonding, fun, and food prepared by our hired 'kusineras'.  I won't give an A to the rooms we stayed at because of the weak air-conditioning unit (one room has aircon, and the other one had only stand fan) and the bathroom is kind of cramped, but then, we were there to relax and have fun so it was just okay. Sometimes, one gotta be  'koboy' ( adaptable) to enjoy.---pag maarte, never nag eenjoy. we're all wacky anyway.

Getting to the lighthouse of  Malabrigo, or the Parola was such a bone stretch. Aside from the nice views and the clean air, you'll be amazed at how you'll gonna have a dose of  little exercise by just walking a few kilometers. lol  and thats also a chance for photo sprees and seashell/stone collection. . It is said that the lighthouse is kinda haunted,--thanks goodness, I dont have a 3rd eye.lolz. You'll just feel a little uncomfortable since the place was toooo quiet.--we were just the noisy ones.  The thing that I miss was the dead trees (nice view for visitors and tourists) and it was all gone. well, all things changed (..and those trees were removed).

great walk to the lighthouse

going up...

and up.... whew

wacky shots..

at the lighthouse at last...

its getting dark

going back to resort

..kind of hard going downhill

the sun sets in

After the Lobo experience, we took a sidetrack to Tagaytay. We tried the Skyranch rides-- we liked the zipline but opt for the super viking instead ( Php 100 ) ( aside from being pricey, most of my workmates aren't into zipline thing).. and yes, I'm an adventurer...kind of a thrilll seeker.. but when Ive tried the Super Viking thing, Ive gotten struck by jelly feeling--- knees turned into super jelly hehe. All I did was tremble and hold my breath. .. and held on to my workmate beside me ( face buried on her shoulder, too scared haha). After that, tried the Ferris wheel or the Sky eye ( Php 150) .. Im okay here.. Im not too afraid of heights..just the super viking feeling.( rawr)

wohoo... to tagaytay

Taal lake background

lets try the zipline...

The sky eye.... with us

Summer Escapades 2: Family Time @ Sofitel

My second summer frolic... bonding with my family at Sofitel, the hotel where US Pres. Obama stayed  during his Philippine visit. woot woot .

At the Lounge

 It's not everyday that my family  members get to see each other... Especially when my other siblings already have their own family, based at the other part of  the world, and lives in faraway cities in Metro Manila. But on special occasions, reunions becomes a must , and that's how we gather.

...ayaw magsi drive ..waiting for Taxi haha

 My eldest brother celebrated his birthday at Sofitel and all siblings ( those who were available) and a nephew's close friend were invited ( So kind and generous of my Sis-in-law).. and   we all had a great time . Aside from having to sleep there and have a good bonding time with ates, kuyas, and pamangkins for a couple of nights, we enjoyed the swimming and pictorial sprees ... and food in Dampa and Hap Chan uhumn. Instead of eating at Spiral buffet Restaurant in Sofitel,We decided to just eat out -  imagine 15 people having to pay 2k plus each. Magi-spiral ang bulsa ng kahit na sino sa laki ng babayaran.hehe (except of course to riiich people lolz)

at Dampa--while waiting for our order

 My sis-in-law is a club member, that's why she got discounts and perks. For regular rates, one has to pay 5k plus--or close to 6k per day, depends on the room and days one has to check in. Ate paid 16k plus for 2 nights ( 3 rooms for 15 people)... and best of all the perks..yeah swimming. Weather's hot..so you might want to just stay on the water and have fun.

Jumpshot... sa tubig?

Sofitel (former  Westin Philippine Plaza )got superb rooms and ambiance. Its indeed a Hotel for anyone who wanted relaxation even when they're inside Metropolis--a place to stay at ,and a quality service one can enjoy.
 

The grandchildren of Samson haha

My sister...making a splash while I'm waiting for my turn                                      ..at last I'm relieved  

                                          

sutiilll look .. walang takot  haha..

Swimming like Dyesebel... haha

My nephews... doing the Miley Cyrus look? uh  Pagod ng Magsilangoy

woot woot... maskols ba yan? haha

Its fun..when family is around

Thanks for my bros another blessed year , ates generosity,
It was Indeed a supercalifragilisticexpialidocious family get-together. heehee Thanks goodness...  
 thanks to my nephew-Jan Raphael for another batch of pictures.. it keeps the memories alive.