Tea for Three

Song of the Day: The man who can't be moved

2011-06-19T18:31:00.002+08:00

The Script- The man who can't be moved

I love Danny O'Donoghue's (vocals), such a sweetie, especially his voice! I wish I was able to watch their Manila concert last April. I don't know but the first two lines of this song affect me so much. Nice song

indeed! :)

Xoxo, Meryll <3

Hoyop-Hoyopan Cave

2011-06-11T21:05:00.000+08:00

Camalig, Albay --- Hoyop-Hoyopan Cave has always been one of the favorite tourist attractions in Albay. It has a consistent breeze as if someone's blowing off if you're inside. Hoyop is a bikolano term that means blow. It is owned by three different families around the area, much to my surprise that it wasn't a government property at all.

Tita Darl, Tita Marissa and Tito Brian at the entrance

From US to Albay

2011-06-10T21:34:00.001+08:00

Day 2 was our visit to Legazpi, Albay. Of course, we visited the epic Cagsawa Ruins first!

Shy Mayon Volcano

Group picture

From US to CamSur

2011-06-10T19:12:00.002+08:00

My godmother, Tita Darl and her friends from US: Tita Marissa and her husband Tito Brian had a quick vacation here in the province last week so we had fun! We went to CWC, Basilica Minore and SM City Naga on the first day.

Tita Darl, Tita Marissa and Tito Brian on my Vandawall at home

CWC

Song of The Day: Morning Swim

2011-05-18T21:00:00.001+08:00

Turbo Goth - Morning Swim

XoXo, Meryll <3

Song of the Day: Layag

2011-05-16T09:39:00.000+08:00

Up Dharma Down - Layag

Armi Millare (vocals)

All I wanted was leap of faith

One day the heart will shroud

Your world will break

XOXO, Meryll <3

Mama: Mother's Day Exhibit

2011-05-04T20:48:00.003+08:00

I'll be a part of a three-day regional exhibit on 6-8 May 2011 (Friday-Sunday) at SM Naga City, Camarines Sur, Philippines so I would like to invite you guys to come and support Bicolano artists like me!

MAMA: Mothers' Day Exhibit
Poster by Stephen Prestado

I have two works there so I'll appreciate it if you'll be there (one of my works is a collaboration of me and two of my cousins). The said exhibit is for our mothers so if you bring your mothers along, I'm sure she would love it! The opening will start at 6 PM. See you there! :)

Make Your Mama Proud!

XoXo, Meryll <3

The Moleskine App

2011-05-02T19:59:00.000+08:00

I subscribed to Moleskine's newsletter and they sent me an email regarding Moleskine application. I got tired of writing in journals because I end up being frustrated whenever I miss a single day entry so I after learning this, I was like: "Wow, this is really cool and convenient!" (though I don't really have an iPod/iPad/Mac, this made me really happy).

The official Moleskine App for iPhone and iPad allows you to express your creativity through text, images and sketches. Pick a classic Moleskine notebook paper style, create a new thought and start to type or draw choosing amongst different colors and sizes. Once you are done with your thought, you can store it on your device and make edits whenever you want.

Moleskine (n. mo-la-skee-nah) is the best notebook in the world!

Features:
Pick a Moleskine notebook paper style: plain, ruled, squared
Write and edit a text note
Sketching tool
Insert and play with your personal images
Catalogue as many memories as you want with a full range of categories
Play with images provided by Moleskine
Geo-tag each note created and create a virtual map of your memories
Share your notes with friends through email or social networks

http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/moleskine/id429657255?mt=8

XoXo, Meryll <3

Song of the Day: Everything

2011-04-28T18:44:00.000+08:00

Alanis Morisette - Everything

This will be the song to be played when I walk down the aisle on my wedding (in the near future).

You see everything, you see every part
You see all my light and you love my dark
You dig everything of which I'm ashamed
There's not anything to which you can’t relate
And you’re still here

XoXo, Meryll <3

Song of the Day: Magpakailanman

2011-04-25T18:24:00.000+08:00

Lucky me, I got to watch Rocksteddy perform live in my school during the Ateneo sim card launch way back 2008 (I guess). Teddy Corpuz, lead vocals, was indeed a crowd-favorite. I even won their album because of the "Bring Me" game. Hahahaha "Magpakailanman" (Forever) was my fave track from their album: "Ayos Lang Ako".

This song gives me hope. I often use this in my theology video presentations. :)

XoXo Meryll <3

Thrift

2011-04-24T21:21:00.000+08:00

I love Tiangges or Bazaars! There, I could find unique and cheap stuff like clothes, accessories and others. Check out the tank tops and the crop top I bought at the Camarines Sur Watersports Complex (CWC), Pili, Camarines Sur tiangge yesterday. They're perfect for summer! Funny how they attach fake brands like "Gap".

Purple reminds me of Justin Bieber Hahaha
Red flowers for summer-ry feeling

Crop top

La Huerta Lunch

2011-04-24T19:20:00.000+08:00

Where were you during the Holy Week? I was with my cousins the rest of the week having fun and making the most out of the vacation. We even had lunch together at La Huerta de Rosario in Sta. Teresita, Baao, Camarines Sur. Thanks to Ms. Bernadette delos Santos for the immediate reservation! :)

Joyce, Jessa, Kuya Carl and Me

Me, Toyong, Joyce, Kuya Carl and Jessa

Song of the Day: What the Hell

2011-04-20T09:39:00.000+08:00

Hey, have you watched Dani Shay's video on Youtube? She looks like Justin Bieber!!! Check out her parody of Bieber's "Baby": "What the Hell" (a song about her being compared to Justin Bieber)

"And I was like, what the hell are you talking about? This face has always been mine!"

She has great words for this song and I'm beginning to like her :)
So who do you think is better? :p

XoXo Meryll <3

Song of the Day: Bruises

2011-04-12T19:38:00.000+08:00

Chairlift

XoXo, Meryll <3

Song of the Day: I'm Glowing and You're the Reason

2011-04-11T20:56:00.000+08:00

Braid

XoXo, Meryll <3

Bobsmade

2011-04-11T20:00:00.000+08:00

Hey, have you heard about Bobsmade? They make the cutest customized things (shoes, bags, caps, shirts, headphones, glasses, skateboards, accessories, badges, helmets, etc) on earth! Yes, personally made for YOU!

Logo

Bobsmade is a freelance artist (illustrator/design) based in Erfurt, Germany. Hannes Schroeder manages the brand and everything about the business, while Anne Schroeder is the artist and illustrator.

Hanes & Anne Schroeder

CANVAS Philippines

2011-04-09T20:44:00.000+08:00

Once upon a time, I dreamt of becoming a storybook author. I wanted to become like Mrs. Christine Bersola-Babao during high school (until now actually) because I want to tell simple stories that give lessons to children; morals that will help them to become better citizens of the country. Mrs. Babao has already launched five books: "Bryan Learns His Lesson" (2004), "Basura Monster" (2007), "The Story of Christine" (2006) and "Bakit Siya Meron? Bakit Ako, Wala?" (2008), "Si Kontra, Si Bida at si Big Boy Buwaya" (2009).

Mrs. Christine Bersola-Babao

In support of Filipino authors, I want to promote Canvas, a non-stock, non-profit organization, and is committed to promoting broader awareness and appreciation for Philippine art and environment - principally through the publication of original children's books, written and illustrated by some of the best and most promising young artists in the country today.

Canvas produces good quality books. I can tell because I've read some of their works online for FREE. You can read their free e-books and also download it for free (there are 9 f them). Don't worry because the books are available in Filipino and English versions. I personally recommend the book: "Ang Batang Maraming Bawal" by Fernando Gonzalez for the great story and artistry. I'm sure kids and kids at heart would love to read books like those.

Mikey Bustos

2011-04-07T23:08:00.000+08:00

Have you watched Mikey Bustos' videos on YouTube? Here's my favorite because he made a parody of Lady Gaga's "Born This Way" song. So aliw!

Love Mikey Bustos?

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XoXo, Meryll <3

Coldshack!

2011-04-07T20:57:00.000+08:00

My cousins and I always crave for Coldshack ice cream whenever we get together. Their home-made ice cream is simply the best (esp the vanilla, ohmygosh). They're to die for! Last time we had an ice cream treat was first week of March this year, in celebration of Kuya Carl's birthday celebration. May wasn't with us because she was still in Japan that time :(

Group

Killing Boredom

2011-04-06T01:42:00.000+08:00

Rain + Boredom = Nostalgia.

Take a step back. Look at yourself. You are amazing. You can be anything. You can be everything. Do not hate everyone just because someone broke your heart, or because your parents split up, or your friend betrayed you, the kid down the street called you fat, ugly, stupid or worthless. Do not concern yourself with things you can’t control. Weep when you need to. Don’t hang on to memories just because you’re afraid to forget. Let go of things in the past when you think it’s time. Forget things that aren’t worth remembering. Stop taking things for granted. Stop taking life for granted. Live for something. Live for yourself. Fall in love. Fall out of love. Fall in love. Fall out of love. Do this over and over until you know what it is really to love someone. Question things. Take risks. Sleep under the stars. Take pictures of the horizon. Walk barefoot. Eat lots of ice cream. Imagine. Share something wonderful. Meet new people. Don’t just plan, make it happen. Live your life to its full power. Just live, dammit. Let go of all the negativities if you must and freakin’ live. And one day, when you're old, look back with no regrets.

Hindi Ginto kung hindi Tanso!

2011-04-05T11:19:00.000+08:00

THE STORY:
I ordered my The "Akala mo lang wala nang Slumbook pero MERON, MERON, MERON!" (Tanso Edition) last Friday from Witty Will Save The World, Co. and I got it two days after. I thought it was big but apparently, it's 6.5x6.5'' in size. Very handy and cute!

HOW DID I KNOW ABOUT TANSO:
Saab Magalona once tweeted a link with a caption: "Ohmygosh benta sa akin to! Hahaha" Curious, I clicked and search for the link on Facebook. There, I discovered how to avail the slumbook. Btw, the first edition was the red one and I think that was cuter than the silver one! Yes, I have always adored red stuff :(

HOW DID I BUY 101:
As for me, I tried paying for the slumbook through bank deposit. I deposited P300 to Witty's account on BDO. I didn't know that there was a charging fee of P50. I wish I just chose G-Cash instead. Yes, the slumbook costs P300, free shipping! (Buy 10 and get one copy free). Click here to read the step-by-step details (because there are four ways of paying).

After a day of smelling my new Tanso (I like smelling new books and papers Hahaha), I posted a picture on my Facebook wall. Few of my friends liked it and asked where the hell did I buy it. Sorry but National Book Store doesn't sell Tanso! (evil laugh) However, there are few authorized outlets that sell Tanso other than direct online buying.

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Bright Eyes

2011-04-05T09:40:00.000+08:00

Garnier Philippines shows support to the hardworking Filipinas all over the world. For every view of the video, Garnier will donate one peso to RAGS2RICHES, a social enterprise that helps women in poor communities by providing them livelihood.

Support hardworking Filipinas here: http://www.facebook.com/takecaregarnier

XoXo Meryll <3

Instant Instax Love

2011-04-03T13:44:00.000+08:00

My one-year old Instax Mini 7S (Penelope) has always been my favorite camera among my Lomos and my single digital camera. There's something about her that makes her special to me - her color and of course her features. Penelope was an advance graduation gift from my sister.

Me and Penelope

Never Say Never in 3D

2011-04-02T22:31:00.000+08:00

I watched the 3:10 pm screening of Justin Bieber's Never say Never in 3D. It was my first time to watch a movie alone and also my first time to watch a 3D movie so my eyes are not 3D-virgin anymore! Hahaha I find the movie awesome nonetheless. There were lots of scenes that I like the most.

Movie Poster

First timer

2011-03-31T04:46:00.000+08:00

I've never blogged..til now. So if I suck, then forgive my idiocy. Here it goes..

Since I'm currently wired up on these guys, might as well write something about them.

The Bee Gees. Sounds familiar? If it does, it's either you heard it from your mom's cassette player or you're just simply one of the few who appreciates songs from the late 60's and early 70's. But if you're wondering what and who the hell am I talking about then lemme give you weebit of history.

The B stands for Brothers and the G stands for Gibb. Barry, Robin and Maurice made soul, psychedelic, pop and soft rock really interesting (aside from The Beatles, of course). In other words, they rocked. I was 12, I think, when I first heard them on the radio. Since then I've been addicted. I even have all of their songs from the very first album on my Ipod (seriously). Their songs will make you wanna dance and chill at the same time. Matter of fact, check this song out. You might have the same perspective as I do.

Bee Gees all the wayyyy!

And oh, thanks for the invitation promil kid! You know who you are. :)

XoXo Jane

Saab Love ♥

2011-03-24T19:35:00.000+08:00

I have always loved Saab Magalona since I saw her on TV. She have this "oomph" effect on me that other local celebrities don't have. She's cool if you would ask me if she is, but aside from that, she is simply natural. Saab is what you see online and offline. I was lucky enough that she went to Naga City a month ago for the Meiday Naga event at Wharf Galley but unfortunately I wasn't able to come since I live 2 towns away from the city (the event was at night). I could've seen Julius Valledor performed live with his band: Bee Eyes!

I woke up this morning having this kilig feeling because of her. Yes, she is The Master Rapper's daughter and she is my ultimate girl crush!

She tweeted me back!!! ♥

So yeah, what a nice day to die! Haha! Even though it was just a simple "<3" reply, I appreciated it this BIG. I love you, Saab! ♥

Won't Go Home Without You

2011-03-22T21:46:00.000+08:00

Maroon 5 - Won't go home with you

This song is stuck in my head today, hence the Tuesday Last Song Syndrome (LSS). I don't know but Adam Levine is... yeah! ♥

XOXO,

Meryll <3

Masilungan

2011-03-15T10:40:00.000+08:00

Just because the world is getting worse...

Birds at the Mater Ecclasiae Retreat House, Pili, Camarines Sur
Photo by Meryll

This song is very timely.

Sandwich - Masilungan

Bakit di mo pinabayaan
Unti-unting nauubusan
Mga dahong nawawala
Hindi pa rin maniwala

Wala na tayong masilungan

Bakit di mo iningatan
Unti-unting nasugatan
Mga sangang napuputol
Pangakong nagkabuhul-buhol

Bakit di mo pinaglaban
Mga munting ala-ala
Lahat tayo’y nababasa
Kapag ang langit ay biglang lumuluha

Wala na tayo…

Bakit wala na tayo

XOXO,

May + Meryll <33

Toms: Shoes for Tomorrow

2011-03-13T19:39:00.000+08:00

I love flats! Though I'm not that tall (I'm 5'2), I enjoy wearing flats because my feet can't stand wearing heels that long. So, I've been eying Toms for a month now and I'm planning to give a pair as a surprise gift for...myself. Haha.

Me: "Hi self! Surprise! Toms for you! :D"

Toms shoes was founded in 2006 in Santa Monica, California by Blake Mycoskie (aka chief shoe giver) of Arlington, Texas. What I love about Toms the most is that with every pair sold, TOMS donates a new pair of shoes to a child in need. Isn't that cool? You'll have an awesome pair of shoes plus you'll have the chance to help people. By the way, each pair costs around P2,400 (more or less) or $44.00-$58.00. You can customize a pair too! Fun! :)

Japan Earthquake 2011

2011-03-13T18:21:00.000+08:00

Japan loves me so much that it even prepare an earthquake before I leave on the 17th. Haha. Kidding. You seem to wonder what happen to me and my mom right? Well I'll give you a brief report on the details during the earthquake yesterday, March 11th (Friday).

Pray for the World

2011-03-11T21:07:00.000+08:00

Dear God,

Hi. I'm sorry if I'm also flooding your prayer hotline. I just wanted to let you know that in behalf of the people here on Earth, we are sorry for not taking care of our Earth. We were made to be stewards but we are doing the opposite.

This afternoon, I woke up knowing that the tsunami in Japan was mild and only few were hurt but I was wrong. My cousin and co-blogger here in Versus, Maybelle is now in Japan and I haven't received any updates from her since yesterday. Please protect her. Not only her but all the persons in need of your help. I know this may sound lame and awkward that I wrote you a letter just because something had happened but please do consider my request.

Willow

2011-03-10T19:28:00.000+08:00

Oh I just love Willow Smith and of course her music! If you don't know Willow Smith (b. 2000), she's the daughter of Will Smith and Jada Pinkett-Smith. Yes, she was the one responsible for the 2010 hit: "Whip my Hair".

Enchanted

2011-02-21T23:19:00.000+08:00

I was never a Taylor Swift fan but I loved her songs so I guess that's make me a fan(???) Haha. My favorite Taylor Swift song has always been Crazier. Until I heard three of her songs this year ▬ songs which she wrote for her ex-boyfriends: Twilight Saga's Taylor Lautner, John Mayer, and now I guess her future boyfriend? and my personal favorite: Adam Young of Owl City.

Crazy Little Thing Called...Love (Movie)

2011-02-15T21:14:00.001+08:00

Yesterday (Valentine's Day), I saw a link of "A Crazy Little Thing Called...Love (Part 1)" on my Facebook feed. I was feeling kind of melancholic that time so I tried to get a glimpse on the first part. However, I didn't finish the whole part due to the slow internet connection (but I got a feeling it's cute) so I searched for its trailer on Youtube. Funny thing is that, I was having a chat with Maybelle that moment and I sent her the link to the Part 1 without me even watching it full version. To make the story short, she was the one who finished the movie first. Grrr. But it was okay. I want some thrill. :D

Letter to the Future

2011-02-13T11:56:00.000+08:00

I'm sorry I can't meet you in Barcelona in two years.

Tabemono (食べ物)

2011-02-11T20:27:00.000+08:00

I love to eat! I guess everyone does. Foods here in Tokyo, Japan are really yummy that I'm getting used to it, that's why I'm starting to get bloated. I just can't help it. Haha. Here are some of the foods I've already tasted.

First on the list is Bibimbap. It's a mixture of rice, different kinds of veggies and spices. This food is very popular in Korea as well. Bibimbap means "mixed meal".

Ninja

2011-02-06T23:01:00.000+08:00

It's been five months since the last time my friends and I saw each other; we watched "Drag me to Hell" on Joy San Buenaventura's place. Joy SB (beside me) and Joy Verona (first on the right) both work at GMA-7 Naga. FYI, I am the only one who's unemployed until now! Haha That what makes me a complete bum!

So yesterday, we had a get-together. It was really fun! Of course, whenever there's me, there's fun! Haha

Art Workshop

2011-01-30T16:02:00.000+08:00

29 January 2011 - It was a warm afternoon when the Baaoeño artists gathered at La Huerta de Rosario in Sta. Teresita, Baao, Camarines Sur. It was the first of hopefully a series of art workshops organized by Ms. Bernadette delos Santos. We had lunch together and had lecture and hands-on afterwards.