Remnants of all work-related issues

April 16, 2013

>Just when I thought I could go on a vacation this week, issues suddenly piled up at work.

>I am also scheduled to take an exam next week. Talk about p-r-e-s-s-u-r-e! Honestly, this exam does not guarantee the capability of a person. The person is either underestimated or overestimated. I know some people, they flunked exams but they do great at work. While others pass exams but are really incompetent. What irony!

>One officemate irritates me |<-----------------------------------------------------------------this-----------------------------and---------------------------------------------------------------this--------------------------------------------------------------and--------------------------------------------------------------this------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------>| much. I don't think I would want to work with that person ever. He/She is the kind of person you'd just love to hate. Someone who instantly gets on your nerves even if he/she does nothing. You just feel irritated. Period.

>You just have to accept the fact that some people are not committed in doing their jobs. They're just in it for the salary.

>Some people are just plain egotist yet empty-headed.
>And some people are boringly silent---but don't you let them open their thoughts to you without being ready or you'll be really sorry.

Just like recess

April 8, 2013

Usually, I don't eat snacks. I stick to my routine --- breakfast, lunch, dinner --- no snacks. But for some reason, I really felt hungry, so I bought Quake bars vanilla  and Chiz Crispers. You might be wondering what they are, so I'm going to post pictures.

Chiz Crispers

If you are familiar with Clover Chips, this is JnJ's version. I like it's texture when you bite into it. But there's an after-taste that sets me off. It's a good thing that it's just in a small package.

Actual Chip zoomed in. 

Quake bars (vanilla)

The cream filling didn't exactly taste like vanilla but I really appreciate that there's a generous amount of it inside the bar. It's also yummy (just like what they claim). I'm a child at heart so I really appreciate these types of snacks.

Worst trip ever

March 29-31,2013

Baler, Aurora

I was excited for this trip but I didn't expect events to have happened like that. I wished for a lot of things, even the thought of going home the moment I arrived. This is what happens when you're not included in the planning team. Note to self: always have Plan B and C. Don't worry I'll spare you from my rants and give you the good parts.

Museo de Baler @ Baler Town Proper

I went to Baler with my college classmates. Since we were 9 in the group, renting a van is more affordable and hassle-free than riding a bus. The van rental was worth 7000php excluding gas and toll fees. So for the transportation, inn and food, we shelled out approximately 2500php/pax(maybe less). Since one of our classmate's relatives live here, we were spared with most of the food expenses.

Presidential car of  former President Manuel L. Quezon

March 29, 2013

From Quezon City Circle to Baler, it would take you approximately 6-7 hours. Make sure that you bring lots of food and water. Book early because hotels near the renowned beaches will usually be fully booked, especially during summer. If you're prone to motion sickness, make sure to take your meds. There are a lot of sharp curves going to Baler and if you're driver is not that skilled when it comes to abrupt turns, you're sure to have a headache and an upset stomach.

View of the Pacific Ocean @ Ermita Hill

On our first day, we went to Baler town proper, Ermita Hill, Diguisit Beach and Sabang Beach.

Diguisit Beach

Ermita Hill is where you can see the Pacific Ocean. There are several view decks where you can take pictures.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           

Diguisit Beach is approximately 15-20 minutes away from Ermita Hill. There are a lot of huge rocks here where you could strike a pose and feel like a model from a magazine. Our group stayed here until sunset. You will also see several mini-falls along the highway going to this beach. 

Sabang Beach

Our last stop is the famous Sabang Beach. This is where you can catch the waves. Too bad we went here late in the afternoon. We only spent approximately 20-30 minutes at this beach. Too bad we didn't have surf boards. I would've loved to try surfing. If you don't have a surf board, just do what we did. Ride the waves by floating OR you could also rent a board. If you're not a skilled swimmer, do be careful since you might be taken by the waves. 

March 30, 2013

We woke up early so that we would have ample time to enjoy at Dinadiawan Beach before noon--when the sun is at its hottest.

Dinadiawan Beach is approximately an hour away from where we stayed. Again, take your anti-emetics because you would traverse mountains and this would automatically involve zigzag roads. Ready your cameras since the ride will offer you majestic views of the ocean.

View along the highway

Cottages at Dinadiawan Beach

The original plan was, we stay 1 night at LeDan Inn and Resort, then we stay at Dinadiawan Beach for the second night. I don't understand why this plan changed. But we ended up staying at the same inn for the whole duration of our trip. And so, I thought that we're going to sleep at a cute little house or at a cute little cottage. We stayed at the cottage for the day(left part of the picture).

Dinadiawan Beach is a strip of white sand beach but may not be as white as that of Boracay. Nonetheless, it offered a nice backdrop for photographs. The part of the beach where we stayed were filled with corals so we walked a bit more to reach the sandy part.

Dinadiawan Beach

Our stay at this beach was the major highlight of our trip -- or so I thought.

March 31, 2013

Our inn is also near the beach. So I woke up in time for the beautiful sunrise. As a bonus, you could also see the foggy Sierra Madre Mountain Range from afar. It's also Easter Sunday!

The last part of our trip is the Caunayan Falls. It is also approximately an hour away from the Baler town proper. No need for meds here since there would only be rough roads. Before going there, we ate lunch and bought souvenirs at the pasalubong center.  The entrance fee to the falls is approximately 100-200php/pax. We only had 3 hours to stay at the place before heading home. I really wished we spent more time at this place. There are other places we didn't get to see, so maybe I'll come back here next year.

Caunayan Falls

You may be wondering why this blog entry is entitled as such since Baler is a beautiful place. But I wouldn't get into the details, so enjoy the entry :)