a different cab story

A few weeks ago, my sister and I went to SM Southmall to buy some stuff. In the South, it is already an open secret that when you ride a cab, cab drivers do not hit the meter for there is a fixed amount already that everyone "adheres" to.

When my sister and I rode this cab, I received quite a shock because the drive of this cab pressed the meter. WHAT?!?!? It was such an awesome surprise. Never in all of my 9 years in the South has this happened.

Another surprise happened when I noticed this.

I thought the cab driver was selling these but apparently, he gives it to his passengers for free. FREE; from his own pocket. It seems that the cab driver is a reformed addict and holduper. He saw the light and changed his ways and in his own small ways, he share the good with people around him. Isn't it awesome?

He even provides them magazines to read. I wish that more cab drivers would be like him. May your kind spread. We definitely need more people like you around.

Beautiful and Healthy Beginnings with Avida, Domex, and Cif

Unilever has been known to push for cleaner and safer living. Thankfully, Avida has decided to partner with Unilever and use CIF and Domex in their condo units to ensure condo owners that their living spaces are always clean. 

“Unilever Homecare is pleased to partner with Avida in its endeavor because we believe in making life’s new beginnings healthy and clean especially when it concerns families and communities,” said Dennis Chua, Domex and Cif brand manager.

Avida and Unilever’s globally trusted home cleaners DOMEX and CIF share this cause, and are working hand-in-hand to promote healthy living and proper hygiene among Avida homeowners by raising awareness on the use of household cleaning products and encourage developing a habit of keeping homes clean within Avida communities.

Both are promoting healthy living through programs on proper cleaning and sanitation. In partnership with the communities’ respective homeowners associations/Condo Corp. and Avida Customer Care Unit headed by Nancy Delegencia, Unilever will conduct a series of educational talks that will initially benefit more than 6,000  Avida homeowners in Bonifacio Global City, Quezon City, Muntinlupa, Parañaque, Cavite, NUVALI.

A cleaning caddy containing a range of Unilever’s household care products such as Domex multipurpose cleaner, Domex toilet bowl cleaner, and everyday household cleaning product. Cif will also be given out to new condominium and house and lot homeowners upon the turnover of their units.

The use of right cleaning products complements Avida promoting healthy living through proper ventilation, free-flowing air and sunlight present in all Avida units. Avida and Unilever thru Domex and Cif are together in this venture for clean and healthy homes, for happier families and better communities.

This partnership is aligned with the Domex 1 Million Clean Toilets campaign, which aims to raise awareness on proper toilet sanitation and provide access to basic sanitation for the less fortunate. This falls under the Unilever Sustainable Living Plan that aims to help improve the health and well-being of more than a billion people. This is in an effort to possibly see a reduction in the number of cases of diarrhea, reported to be the second leading cause of death among children below 5 years old in the Philippines. 

Everyone is encouraged to join by signing up for the 1 Million Clean Toilets campaign. Simply visit www.facebook.com/DomexPhilippines, like the page, and pledge by clicking the “One Million Clean Toilets” app or “Pledge Here” button.

* Italicized items are from the press release article. 

 

E! News Piolo

Piolo Pascual has always been an enigma to his fans. No one knows things about him that he doesn't want people to know. Eventhough he's a public figure, he has managed to maintain his privacy.

It has then come as a shock that actor Piolo Pascual has allowed E! News Asia to trail  him for 5 days even inside the bathroom.This is definitely something that a lot of people have been waiting for because to be allowed inside the abode of one of the most premier and private actors in the country is something that only happens in dreams.

This exclusive no-holds-barred, tell-all interview premieres 28 September at 9pm on E! - the destination for  celebrity and entertainment news.

Australian Oranges: Sweet Safe and Healthy

As a Mom, I have racked my brains when it comes to coming up with healthy options for my son. I have brought him bread, muffins, orange juice, and the likes because I think its healthier. Thankfully, I was invited to the Australian Ambassador's Residence for the launch of the Australian Oranges into Philippine market. 

Now I have to admit that I'm not a fan of oranges but after talking to the owners of Citrus Orange, I have come to realize that there are actually a lot of benefits to drinking and eating oranges.

Eating oranges helps with your dietary fibre. As we all know, when we have fibre, it helps aid with your digestive system and when you have a healthy digestive system, you will be able to remove toxins regularly. This can help with losing weight.

You also get your daily dosage of Vitamin C. As for your heart, it definitely aids in taking care of your heart.

Thankfully, Mr. Andrew Harty and Mr. David Daniels of Citrus Australia are bringing these sweet, safe, and healthy oranges all the way from the land down under. These oranges are a great source of super nutrients. Best thing is that its also a great anti-ageing material. It's also a good buffer for the immune system.

Another person we can thank for the influx of these Australian Oranges is Mr. Anthony Weymouth, Austrade Senior Trade Commissioner. He has been working very hard to get the trade between Australia and the Philippines well balanced.

Mr Daniels discussed the food safety reputation of Australian oranges. “Every batch of oranges is tracked from the farm to the packing house, and then on the ship during its voyage to the Philippines.  In this way, every box of Australian oranges purchased can be traced back to the farm they were grown.  Also, Australian packing houses send samples of oranges to laboratories for testing to ensure food safety.”

“We note that there is a strong demand from Filipino consumers for fresh, tasty ingredients that is safe and healthy, and this is helping drive demand for fresh Australian citrus products” Austrade’s Senior Trade Commissioner Anthony Weymouth explained.  “Filipinos are also looking for great value.   The ASEAN Australia New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (AANZFTA) enables most temperate fruits from Australia such as oranges, to enter the Philippines tariff-free (0%), so Filipino consumers can enjoy affordable, fresh products without comprising food safety,” he added.

“Australian Oranges - Now in Season” includes a month-long retail promotion by Citrus Australia and the Australian Embassy covering key groceries and supermarkets in Metro Manila. It runs from August through September in major supermarkets and grocery stores in Metro Manila. Shoppers and their families can enjoy the sweet, safe and healthy freshness of Australian oranges through sampling activities every weekend in Metro Manila branches of Robinson’s Supermarket, Rustan’s Fresh, Rustan’s Supermarket and Shopwise. 

Fringe Salon: The Cadillac Chair

One of the perks that I get from my job is being able to bring my family with me to eat out and get pampered. Thankfully, earlier this week, I was able to do just that with Fringe Salon.

Fringe Salon is located in Commerce Center in Filinvest, Alabang. It's one of the poshest salon there is in Alabang and the good thing about it is that the price isn't insanely crazy.

One of the things I really loved about Fringe Salon is the Cadillac Chair which is where people who want to get the best foot spa in the South. I say this with conviction simply because this chair comes with its own neck massage, back massage, and tan-ta-ra-ran .... a butt massage.

This is the remote control for the chair. You can choose which massage to turn on and you can also have all 3 turned on all at the same time.

Firs thing they do is to lather your feet and soak it in semi-hot water to get the blood going. After, they would scrub your feet and legs and give you a foot massage. 

Afterwards, this is what happens.

It's so relaxing that you will fall asleep. Look at my Mom. Haha. She was so relaxed that she fell asleep which makes me happy because she deserves to be pampered.

Thank you Fringe Salon for pampering my Mom. I really appreciate it. :)

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Refinery

One thing that I look for when I go to a coffee shop is the ambiance of the place. I prefer coffee shops to be cozy, to make me feel at home, and to not be so loud. I prefer coffee shops that make me feel like I am home.

Refinery, which is located near The Loft in Rockwell and beside Woodfire and Rambla, makes you feel like you are indeed at home, if your home is one of those fancy, condo unit type of places. It's a little intimidating for the average joe but for someone who is at home in high end places, Refinery fits the bill to a T.

It has cozy couches and picnic type of tables and chairs with merchandise blatantly on display. Careful though, one tea infuser costs Php3000+ which made me cringe a bit. I like my tea and all but I don't see myself shelling out that much for an infuser.

Since I came from an event and was very full, I just ordered their Orange Cappucino which cost Php160. I felt it was too expensive since it came in this cup only.

I barely felt the orange in this cup but the cappuccino was definitely strong. This one is a must for those who want to have a definite perk me up. However, I don't see myself going back to Refinery anytime soon. For me, it was just another coffee place.

213/365 photoblog: Kessaku

Second bloggers event with Kessaku. I believe it was a success. :)