CDO Wide

Reminds Me Of CounterStrike

noreply@blogger.com (by: Coy) — Wed, 17 Dec 2008 07:09:00 +0000

I don't know with you guys, but these photos remind me the old game we used to play during our highschool (and during class hours of our college times) called CounterStrike.

There was a map in that game where there are several cargo's pretty much like the ones you see in these photos, and I just thought this (like the game) would make a good venue for airsoft war games.

Just looking at it reminds me of the days when I used to hear the words "Fire in the Hole!!!" and "Counter Terrorist Wins"

By the way, this photo is taken near the city's port in Puntod.

Have A Grape Day in CDO

noreply@blogger.com (by: Coy) — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 20:22:00 +0000

You probably won't believe this, but I'll say this anyway. What you're seeing are real grapes (katong prutas bah) growing under the unlikely weather of CDO.

This photo was taken in my girlfriends house in J. Pacana St., Puntod, and it's really hot and a lot if trucks (meaning abog) always pass by the area, but there they were.

It's vines are actually hanging or crawling in their HayHayan (clothesline) and they are a bit smaller than the usual. And that means they taste sour and not sweet, but hey... they are grapes.

Divisoria Christmas Tree At It's Best

noreply@blogger.com (by: Coy) — Sun, 14 Dec 2008 14:13:00 +0000

Now I finally caught this Christmas Tree in Divisoria at it's best. Looks really great huh.

"Kini moy Krismas Tree!!!"

Busy Sunday Afternoon At Lim Ket Kai Mall

noreply@blogger.com (by: Coy) — Sun, 14 Dec 2008 13:37:00 +0000

When I say busy, I really mean every sense of the word, and this is what I would describe LimKetKai mall this sunday afternoon.

There were SALE's and 10%-70% discounts, and a lot of BUY 1 Take 1 promos in different stores, and displays were all around the mall.

You can see a lot of gadgets, home theatres, clothes, bags, toys, and a whole lot of things enough to make the shoppers busy for the whole afternoon. Just the right place in time to look for the perfect gift this Christmas.

Now this is how a mall should bring the Christmas spirit to the shoppers.

So what are you waiting for? Buy Now!!!

It's Full Moon in CDO

noreply@blogger.com (by: Coy) — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 10:50:00 +0000

It's full moon in CDO, and I'm hiding a camera while looking for a good spot in our backyard.

Is this a good shot?

Makulay Ang Buhay Ni Mr. Gulay

noreply@blogger.com (by: Coy) — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 10:46:00 +0000

"Makulay.... ang buhay.... makulay ang buhay sa sinabawang gulay.... "

Traffic Photography by: Photography

noreply@blogger.com (by: Coy) — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 12:43:00 +0000

The Art of Traffic Photography

Night Cafe - CDO Night Life

noreply@blogger.com (by: Coy) — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 11:33:00 +0000

in the early hours

Every weekend in is an entirely different experience for every Kagay-anon and visitors as well in CDO.

Reason: The city "Night Cafe"...

starting to be crowded

It's definitely Life at Night for the people in CDO, and why not? Here you get to eat great food, buy affordable clothes, bags, shoes, etc..., ; listen to live music, see different street gimiks, and basically almost everything that makes your weekend a really relaxing getaway.

shoes and more shoes..

"Let's morning the night" matud pa sa mga Kagay-anon, and this holds true in this weekly habit cause most people here spend time from around 6 pm till the morning. It's that fun, and you can't blame them.

street foods (balut, kwek2x, refillable buko juice, etc..)

And here's the thing, if you're thinking the Night Cafe is all just about food, then you're missing half of it. Cause here you'll find almost everything that can be easily saleable like blingblings, slippers, chargers, cellphone casings....

... pants, clothes, blankets.....

...more clothes, jackets, sleeping people.... ukay-ukay style if you may...

and yes... everyone's favorite... the live bands. And sometimes they have radio DJ's bring the party down with dancing competitions, singing competitions, dating games, and a whole lot more to mention.

This is our city at night. Laag na tah!!!! (let's party!!!)

La Favorita - Homemade Ice Cream in CDO

noreply@blogger.com (by: Coy) — Tue, 09 Dec 2008 11:43:00 +0000

Do you love Ice Cream????

Then go try CDO's own La Favorita - Homemade Ice Cream.

Wala koy lain ma sulti kung dili "Grabeh kalami!!!".... (so delicious!!!).

Maka wala gud ug problema. (lets your worries disappear)

Here are the prices:

Try it!!!! Di gud mo mag basul (you won't regret it).

CDO Bloggers Meet Bloggie

noreply@blogger.com (by: Coy) — Tue, 09 Dec 2008 11:24:00 +0000

Yesterday Dec. 9, 2008, the CDO Bloggers finally met Blogie and shared a dinner with him @ P. Joe's diner.

Too bad I missed it. Specially this part:

The night (as they said) ended great, and the good news was shared with my CDO Blogger folks.... Now it's official, we will host the 3rd MBS (mindanao Bloggers Summit) in 2009.

Be there.

Night At The Museum (aw SC diay)

noreply@blogger.com (by: Coy) — Mon, 08 Dec 2008 08:10:00 +0000

The Dirty Kitchen

noreply@blogger.com (by: Coy) — Mon, 08 Dec 2008 07:51:00 +0000

Every Filipino knows what a "Dirty Kitchen" (note: not an andjective) is.

The "Dirty Kitchen" is where we cook the old fashion way using tinigbas na kahoy (chopped wood) or uling (charcoal?), and if you look at it, it really looks dirty..... but just like the old folks always say "Mas lami gud kanunay ang luto basta kahoy". (english: food always tastes better when it's cooked with wood).

Yes, and it's cheaper too. :)

It' really good to know that there are still a lot of Kagay-anons with dirty kitchens in their homes to remind us of the old ways. And, I guess it's not the wood that makes the food taste better... it's the memories that it brings.

Two Tickets = Two Shakes

noreply@blogger.com (by: Coy) — Sun, 07 Dec 2008 03:44:00 +0000

The best things in Life are free.... and one of those things are two (2) free P 50 gift tickets from ZAGU. Courtesy of my dear friend Grace Naces.

And here's what those two (2) tickets can buy you:

Grande Size Pearl Shakes

Hmmmm .... Mas lami gud diay ang libre!!!! (things are indeed better when they're free)

XU Days - Fire Dancing at The Soccer Field

noreply@blogger.com (by: Coy) — Sat, 06 Dec 2008 06:18:00 +0000

Well, as promised, here's a video of the best part of the Xavier Days @ 75 celebration.... The fire dancing at the soccer field.

At 75 - Xavier Days Are Here Again

noreply@blogger.com (by: Coy) — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 11:35:00 +0000

Xavier University @ 75

Xavier Days is here again, and I have to say they made a point in saying that it's going Brighter, Stronger, And farther at 75.

Well, the heavy rain "almost" spoiled the special day, and I said "almost" because I really thought it was gonna rain the whole night, but I guess almost seems nothing when you're beginning to have fun. And that's exactly what happened

A view of the campus while it was still raining...

singing Christmas carols

St. Francis Xavier surrounded with flowers.. lots of flowers.

And here's what everyone is waiting for.... the light a tree contest. (but some said there were no countdowns, and they weren't able to get ready)

I wasn't able to take a picture of all departments though coz I was a bit busy having fun, and I can't find my beloved SBM tree anywhere. (Where is it?)

But here are some of he best looking trees in the campus.

The Aggies "water" Tree.

The big Diamond (I kinda thought M. Lhullier joined the celebration)

The BSN Boat

The CD Tree

The Angel Tree

And here are some props (part of the decorations) I thought were worth seeing.

the Golden girl...

where did your snowman go? ... He's at XU.

Water and lights interpretation of XU @ 75

And yes of course, the fun after seeing all the lights will always be happening in the soccer field where different gimmiks, stores, stalls, and just about anything that the students want to show are in their.

Night Market Inspired

Well this year, aside from just having the usual Big Screen movie in the field, there was also this big screen intended for video gaming. (Tekken was played while I was there). Unfortunately I wasn't able to take a photo of it.

And yes, if you happen to notice the very long line in the Engg. building (it's not enrolment, trust me), then I guess you've seen that people still love to go to horror houses, cause that's what's in there.

And of course, if bloggers (like me?) love to feature such events, then so does the hosts of ABS CBN's Mag Tv. Here they are:

Talking about the event

Wrapping up...

"Horseback Riding" is also one of the activities inside you can see inside the campus, and this.... this is Janno (the very small horse).

If you've been in Xavier these past few days, I really hope you didn't miss seeing this guy dancing with flames. But don't worry, I caught him on video.

Well that's it for now. I hope yo enjoyed my shaky, yet fun coverage of the XU at 75. And sorry girls, I haven't seen Chris Tiu around, so no photos for you today.

My Manny Pacquiao Predictions

noreply@blogger.com (by: Coy) — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 11:29:00 +0000

Manny Pacquiao Wins!!!! That simple.

This photo was an image from my dream.... or so I say. It's actually at Lim Ket Kai mall during the fight, and I forgive me if I spoil you with this one but Manny will win in the 5th round, and the Golden Boy kisses the canvass.

Divisoria Christmas Tree (complete)

noreply@blogger.com (by: Coy) — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 11:24:00 +0000

Remember my previous post about the divisoria christmas tree?

Well heres how it looks like now. But I still have to take a picture of it when it;s really glowing with it's lights (and when it's not raining hard).

Labandera In The Making

noreply@blogger.com (by: Coy) — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 02:11:00 +0000

photo by: Omsel

A little girl closes her eyes as the water (and soap) splashes while she washes the clothes.

This photo was taken at Osmena St. (near the Coca Cola planta).

CDO Terminal & Colorful Jeepneys

noreply@blogger.com (by: Coy) — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 01:48:00 +0000

The colorful jeepneys of Gusa Terminal.

(and a small part of a passing van... disturbance, haha.)

CDO Bloggers ID

noreply@blogger.com (by: Coy) — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 07:26:00 +0000

As a part of the design group of CDO Bloggers, I was tasked to make a sample ID design for our core group members. And here is what I came up with.

I hope this looks good, and I hope using Eva Fonda's name would add a little humor to it.

For Anything Else... there's UniTop

noreply@blogger.com (by: Coy) — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 02:38:00 +0000

If you want to buy really affordable computer (and gadgets) supplies, we all know you have to go to CDR King right?

But for anything else, we have UniTop.

There's one in Osmena, and one in Cogon, and if you have an extra time, I highly recommend you spend one afternoon there. I'm sure you'll be surprise of what you're going to see there.

It's Taiwan in CDO - "Taiwanese"

noreply@blogger.com (by: Coy) — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 02:10:00 +0000

Do you know where this place is? Here in CDO, we call it "Taiwanese" or little Taiwan in CDO for two reasons. Most sellers here are from Taiwan, and they sell great items (bags, DVD/VCD's, jewelries, clothes, shoes, toys, and a lot more to mention) with greatly affordable prices.

This is how it looks from the top.

Little Taiwan is located in front of Hotel Conchita near the other side of Cogon market. (See photo below for reference)

And talking about "Taiwanese", here's one of my favorite stores in Little Taiwan..... The shoes heaven for a lot of people.

Look at all these shoes.

They actually sell shoes that belong to the "Class A" imitations, and for a great price which are all entirely negotiable.

here's what I bought for P350 from P390... but trust me, it's not yet the lowest price they can give me for the item.

Well if you're planning on visiting "Taiwanese" one of these days, here are some of my personal tips.

Have patience - in looking for a great item, cause sometimes they're hidden, or are the last pair of their stocks.
Buy More - you actually get to pay a lower cost if you buy two or more of their items. (like a P390 & a P250 shoes can easily be negotiated for P500 for both.. and that's a great deal already).
Go late - late in the afternoon (around 4pm down), is just the perfect time. It's not that hot and not that dark yet.
Have a good time - this is what affordable shopping is all about.

Lady Fatima

noreply@blogger.com (by: Coy) — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 01:57:00 +0000

It's nearly Christmas, and we Filipinos have the tradition of Visiting churches 9 days before Christmas. (You know what I mean right?).

well, if you really have the time, then you might want to include Lady Fatima on your list for "Simbang Gabi". This church lies in Camaman-an CDO, and you can just ride a motorella from Cogon or Divisoria to go there.

I don't really have to say how beautiful this church is. Just look at it, or better yet, have a visit and you'll see yet another beautiful Church in CDO.

ACCP - Cheap Cheap Cheap Ukay Ukay at It's Best

noreply@blogger.com (by: Coy) — Sun, 30 Nov 2008 02:23:00 +0000

If your an Ukay Ukay shopper, I call it "UkayUkaholic", then you've probably know where this place is. I have four letters for you.... ACCP (in Cogon) .

I'm actually beginning to think it means All Come in Cheap Prices because honestly, they surprisingly do.

Here (photo above) you'll see a lot of girls, and a boy, diving for those bundles of cheap bags (P30 at that time) that are all mounted on the floor.

see those bags?

An then the cheaper than cheap ladies and men's shoes....

P 30 only (at that time)

Shoes everywhere...

looking for pairs ...

And yes, every once in a while (like every 30 minutes) , you'll see some guy bringing sacks and sacks of items to be added to the display... and trust me, they do have a Truck, and at least 2 jeepneys full of sacks.
If you've noticed, I usually say "at that time" when I show the price. That's simply because in ACCP, and only here, they changed the prices of the items as the hour ticks by... I recommend going their early (when they've just opened the store) and late in the afternoon (when they're about to close) cause these are the times when the prices gets really cheap.

And just to give you an idea some of their items, here's a pair of shoes I unbelievably bought for P 10 only earlier this year.

But of course.. they're a bit worn out.

I guess the hard times really made a lot people lessen there choices on the Quality side in choosing things, and settle for the Price factor.

But just like life.... people sometimes do get lucky and get to buy good items which they can sell for 3 times the price (usually the case), or for personal use.

1st Rafting Adventure

noreply@blogger.com (by: Coy) — Sun, 30 Nov 2008 02:12:00 +0000

I use to remember a time when you either have to know somebody, or know somebody who knows somebody, who knows information of on how and who to contact with when you want to experience White Water Rafting Adventure here in CDO.

Well, those days are gone, cause now all you need to do (for rafting enquiries), is visit the 1st Rafting Adventure office along Tiano streets CDO (in front of Informatics).

Or you can call: 856-3514 / 8571270
Website: www.raftingadventurephilippines.com