Meowth's b-day run

Special thanks to those who sent me beautiful thoughts on my birthday! 

People were asking what I would be doing on that special day.

Run. It makes me happier.   

B-day run 2015 : Back-to-back run.  Gym + outdoor run, Manila

B-day run 2014 :  Early morning jog, Powell St., San Francisco, CA.

Oh! Coffee is not to be missed.

B-day run 2015: Espresso and light pastry before running

B-day run 2014 : Bread and freshly brewed coffee near Union Square, after negotiating the rolling hills of San Francisco.  

My 2nd Anniversary in 'Blogging': Why I Write

I love to write.  This means tackling any topic which I feel strongly about, be it positive or negative.  I'm loving the sweet life, while accepting of the harsh realities which go with it.  I write. I rave. I rant. 

I write because I want to communicate.  It's like taking a screenshot of a section in my brain.  The ideas become words.  It translates abstract into something tangible.  I started writing since I was 11.  My long-time relationship with writing may be viewed as a paradox.  I didn't pursue a college degree in writing; instead, I went for engineering (numbers). 

Thanks to the Internet Age.  Blogging is a channel for writing that is now readily made available to me.  My blog doesn't focus on one or two topics alone, because it would mean restriction, an embarrassment of riches - the richness of thoughts, that is, shouldn't go to waste. I believe in influencing and educating people through writing. Writing can be entertaining, and powerful or influential to a certain extent.

When I started my blog at Wordpress two years ago, I knew writing found me again...in retrospect, it's with me all the time.  It stayed in the sideline for long, waiting for the day to re-emerge along with deep / mundane / entertaining thoughts earned from living and breathing under the sun. 

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My blog posts are hodgepodge of ideas. 

I'm currently maintaining two blogs - a two-year old blog at Wordpress and this one (Blogspot).  Though I stopped publishing fresh articles through Wordpress, I still revisit it once in a while, especially when there are new comments or questions posted by the readers. 

Since this is my 'anniversary article',  I'm making a list of the more frequently accessed articles in my blogs. 

Opinion

*  Is it impossible to fight graft and corruption?  -  my worst experience in an international airport - May 2012, Wordpress

*  'Positive Activism' - Trying to Keep It Really Positive - on death penalty and social obligations - November 2012, Wordpress

Lifestyle / Travel / Culture / Sports

*  Schengen Visa for  Application for Pinoy Tourists - Schengen Visa 101 for Pinoy tourists who are based in the Philippines - April 2012, Wordpress,  January 2013, Blogspot. 

*  Paris Museum Series:  Chateau de Versailles - a chronicle on my visit to a century-old royal estate, recognized for its grandeur and historical significance...think, Marie Antoinette.  -  July 2012, Wordpress

*  Shoe Review:  Saucony Type A5 - my take on a popular racing flats - March 2013, Blogspot

Single Blessedness / Family Life / Pinoy Wedding

*  Part I - Single, Happy, Sexy-and-I-Know-It - on being single and happy...years before The One.  =)  -  August 2012, Wordpress

*  Tatay Ko, Nanay Ko, Si BFD, at ang Pamamanhikan - a tribute to a time-honored Pinoy tradition - January 2013, Blogspot

In anticipation of some life-changing events,  I hope to grow my list of quality articles this year.  =)

Island SPA @ Island Cove's 10th Anniversary Blowout

A trip to the SPA is always a welcome treat.  You do not have to break the bank, stop eating, or pray that your next vacation leave gets approved.  No need to go through such drastic measures for you to experience a refreshing mini-vacation in one of Cavite's premier SPA - Island SPA @ Island Cove.  Tucked in a private cove cum urban haven, about 15 minute-drive from Manila via CaviteX, you are never too far from experiencing the best services this Mediterranean-inspired SPA has to offer. 

Great news!  This merry month of March, Island SPA celebrates its 10th anniversary with a fabulous blowout.  

A truly SPAholic way of saying 'thank you' to its dear clients, Island SPA invites you to take part in the celebration and enjoy these fantastic treats.  Oh, and please don't forget to extend this invite to family and friends! =)

Note from Island SPA:  Have your spa treatment scheduled before and after pica pica so you can join us in celebrating a decade of giving you a true spa experience.

 

 

 

       Mechanics:

·        Pay only 10 pesos for the lowest priced spa treatment that you avail from the 3 treatments that you purchase.

·        Every set of 3 availed will entitle you to a raffle envelope for your 10 peso payment.

·        Fill up the details completely and drop this to our fish bowl.

·        We will pick one winner every Sunday at  9:00 p.m. at Island Spa lobby.

·        Winner will get the same set availed for FREE.

Book an appointment today and enjoy a well-deserved pampering only at Island SPA! 

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Getting there - easy!

From Manila (private vehicle) : Take Manila - Cavite Expressway (CaviteX).  After Kawit Toll Plaza, drive 300 meters towards Centennial Road (going to General Trias), take the u-turn slot going to Covelandia Road. About 10min- drive from Mall of Asia, light traffic.

From Manila (public transport) : From Baclaran, board a bus going to Cavite City or Naic/Maragondon taking the Island Cove route.

From Alabang (public transport) : From Zapote, board a mini-bus or jeepney going to Cavite City or Tanza/Naic/Salinas taking the Island Cove route.

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My other posts about Island SPA (from my old blog - http://meowthmoments.wordpress.com):

Mini-vacation by Island SPA @ Island Cove  - June 2012

Island SPA @ Island Cove:  A Take on Wellness - June 2012

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Disclaimer:  I do not work for Island Cove, Island Spa, or any of its trade or non-trade partners.  I'm posting this article as a satisfied and loyal client of Island SPA.