Archive for December, 2009

Gearing Up For 2010!

Last week, I was at the mall looking for the perfect textiles I will need for the bag collections I will release early next year along with the shell crafts I’m currently designing myself. Because I was a new face in the store, they offered me tons of promotional products to convince me to buy the textiles from them.

A couple of textile designs I spotted in one store appealed to me so I bought a few yard of it to try it on the first two bags designs I sketched a few weeks ago. I still haven’t checked on it again because I’ve been busy preparing stuff to cook for New Year’s celebration. While I’m writing this, I am cooking spaghetti for my siblings’s kids as they chose to celebrate with us this new year’s eve. I think it’s cost efficient as it saves us a lot of money instead of us cooking individually at home.

A few hours from now, the bells of 2010 will start ringing. 2009 is a challenging and very memorable year for me. I pray that 2010 will be more prosperous than the previous years. Happy New Year everyone!

Perfect Recipe for Soup in Bread “Bread”

Most of us leave the “bread” behind in a restaurant when we order soup in bread. Well, I don’t! I take it home to create my favorite garlic bread. :)

Soup in Bread at French Baker

Soup in Bread at French Baker

In times like this when money is tight, we have to be a bit ingenious in food left overs. As long as its still clean, we can modify the food and transform it to another food delight! I know it sounds ewwy. But its OK! Just don’t offer or share it to anyone. When they ask where you bought it, don’t tell them! Hence, they might find out that its where all your saliva went when you’re eating your fave soup in bread LOL!

Here, I simmered butter and added basil leaves and nutmeg. I spread it on the bread scrap. I topped it with chicken spread which I made myself a few hours ago. I put McCormick garlic powder on top and toast them to perfection. Voila! A delicious afternoon snack! =)

Garlic Bread

Garlic Bread with Chicken Spread on Top

To Succeed: Persevere and Know What You Want

I’ve been reading this article about Roman Abramovich who is one of the richest people in the world to date and I can’t help but admire him so much. I don’t admire him just because he’s rich but I admire him because of his perseverance and not letting life’s bouts to ruin his willingness to become who he is today.

Roman’s parents died when he’s young. His mother died of an infection of the blood (bacteremia) and his father Arkady died (or killed) at work when he’s three years old. How unfortunate. I can’t imagine myself living a normal life without a parent but Roman made it.

The most successful people on earth have two things in common: perseverance and knowing what they want. You see, no matter how much richness your parents bequeathed you, if you don’t care to strive hard to maintain it, your money will eventually disappear. Also, if you know what you want, you’ll eventually lead yourself to that end. Not even a big boulder can hinder you from reaching your goals!

Most people wander in life without knowing what they want. I myself am guilty of this. But no amount of education will teach you what you want. It’s the “self” that does it. Its about conquering the inner soul and knowing that you have a mission to fulfill in life; a mission that not only benefits you, but others as well.

Its Time for Some Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Juice!

When was the last time you ate fruits or vegetables? As for me, I don’t eat it, I drink it! Here’s a processed fresh fruit and vegetable juice I do on a daily basis. Mom has gotten sick so I have to make sure she’s getting all the nutrients she needs while she’s on medication. I believe in the healing power of fruits and vegetables, thus, this fruggies (my own term of fruit and vegetable delight!).

This fruggies contains banana, carrot, a  bit of cucumber, watermelon, grapes, apples, and papaya.

Mixed Fruits and Vegetable Shake

Mixed Fruits and Vegetable Shake

Mixed fruits and vegetable shake

The product : ) Don't worry, it tastes good.

Job Well Done, Jules!

As the year closes, I’d like to congratulate myself or a job well done! I’ve never been proud of myself what I’ve accomplished for the past few years but this year, I’d like to tell everybody that everything that I’ve hoped and wished for this year actually all came true. Perhaps, I’ve told you about me leaving my job to pursue my passion in design and language. This has been one of the highlights of my life in 2009 and I’m very optimistic about the great future ahead of me in 2010.

My life has been both challenging and colorful this year. Indeed, life is what we make it. We have a choice to live a life full of regret or life full of love and inspiration from people around us. Take a deep breath and enjoy the plunge in a pool called life. Happy New Year! :)

Manage Your Weight with Herbalife

There is nothing more important than health. No amount of money can save you when your health totally disintegrates. So long as you are healthy, strive to maintain it by eating healthy fruits and vegetables, exercise according to your current physical condition and past medical history.

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Welcome To My New Nikon D3000 DSLR Camera

Weeeee! I just got my new Nikon D3000 DSLR camera. This is another great invention from Nikon and was just perfect for an entry-level photographer wannabe like me.

Actually, I bought this camera for my capiz shell business. I am planning to sell home decors and personal accessories made of capiz shells. I am already working with some people from the community I’m supporting so that we can come up with great designs that are pretty much affordable to everybody. I envision to come up with capiz stuff that’s are priced not more than USD$3.00. I hope you guys will like them.

By buying the capiz craft, you’re helping the poor families of Pulung Cacutud in Angeles City support their livelihood and send their children in school. Join me as we improve the lives of many and appreciate the craft of the artistic ones.

Here’s my new buddy. :)

Nikon D3000

Nikon D3000

Nikon D3000

Nikon D3000

You can check out all of the initial shots we made using this camera by visiting Jaypee David’s Facebook profile here.

Buy Your Tickets Now for Mayweather versus Pacquiao Fight!

Sparring between taking a time off in the beach or watching the Mayweather and Pacquiao bout happening in March 13, 2010? Perhaps, you might consider an exciting fight between two superfighters at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Vegas.

I don’t mind going to Vegas if someone out there would care buying me a ticket. ;) If you still haven’t checked it out, you can buy Mayweather versus Pacquiao tickets by visiting this link. You could choose which section you’d like to have depending on your preference or budget. Our physically challenged friends also have a section specially designed to be accessible for them, too.

As we can see in other fights its not the height nor how big you look like matters as there are other factors to consider such as agility, stamina, and strategy. With that in mind, I think that I’ll stick to my bet – Manny Pacquiao. I can’t wait Pacman’s first major brawl for 2009!

I’m Buying a Nikon D3000 Tomorrow!

Nikon D3000

Nikon D3000

After much consideration, I have decided to take my photography hobby to a higher level. My friend and I were talking yesterday about chipping in to buy a rather entry-level camera from Nikon – the Nikon D3000.

We’ve been researching for the past few weeks, reading camera reviews and blog posts about people who are photography enthusiasts, too, and we’ve seen a great deal of information about what a certain camera has and what other, of almost the same specifications and price, doesn’t have. While it seems confusing for starters like us, I think that our plain judgment tells us that Nikon D3000 is the great choice in terms of price considerations and features that are familiar to us. We’ve compared it side-by-side with Canon RebelXS (1000D) and Nikon D60 and I think Nikon D3000 has all important features incorporated in it which you can see in the other two models its being compared with.

I almost bought it at one store in the mall yesterday and I thought I was getting a great deal because its original price is PhP34,000 (approx USD750 if $1=PhP45.00) and its marked down to PhP29,000 (approx SUD644 if $1=PhP45.00). Good thing I was quick in calling a friend who happened to be well-informed about the industry’s camera pricing. She discouraged me into buying cameras in-stores in malls because they tend to be overpriced. Instead, she told me to come to Manila and buy the camera there instead.

I’m very excited to buy my Nikon D3000! As soon as I got it, I’ll surely let you know on this blog and tell you what I think about it. Any thoughts from Nikon D3000 users?

Buy Fashionable Bags at a Fraction of a Designer Bag’s Price

Women will definitely love these fashionable, but affordable, replica bags. Being fashionable these days is achievable with the availability of these cloned branded items. Whether we talk about shirt, shoes, bags such as louis vuitton handbags, tops, and pants, there’s always a copy of them somewhere so they’re not hard to find.

Consider this LV bag. It looks so real, but its just a replica. I’ve seen a lot of women here wearing that bag and it looks stylish and fancy. It fits almost everybody. Its kind of spacious inside and can handle a huge deal of shopping stuff and make-up kits.

This Gucci bag is also quite cute. My sister is such a huge fan! She has around five of this designer bag (I don’t know how many are authentic) ranging from wallet, handbag, bags, and purse.

Replica Coach bags are also sexy and stylish. You can hang around with it anywhere and you won’t miss a minute not getting noticed. This is a must-have collection items for all women.

I hope you guys could visit the site and check out some hot items at an incredible low price. You’ll be surprised just how much you could buy for a few dollars on the site.

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