The Good Old Days: Memorabilia Photos of Old Manila

March 09, 2010

Usually every morning before hubby goes to work he checks his email. This morning when he opened it he shared to me a very interesting memorabilia photos of old Manila. It was a forwarded email from one of his batch mate, and I requested him to forward it in my email so that I could be able to grab a copy of the said pictures. These pictures originally from an overseas Filipino who loves his dear old Philippines. Wow! I am glad to know and see pictures way back then of old Manila. Although it is not my home place but I do appreciate it. I visited Manila thrice and hope to go back there anytime.

If you compare it today, old Manila was very clean then, no traffic, no beggars and vendors in the streets, and absolutely free from pollution. According to the sender during the 60"s the environment was still very clean during that time. No metro aides, pedestrians/people were very disciplined,manholes were very visible too and well covered. People are safe. and free from snatchers. You can walk freely in the streets. You can fill an empty stomach with mami for only 1.50Php at Dencias (which continue to exist nowadays with branches nationwide), and 10cents for Coca cola, whew! imagine, 10 cents? Today, honestly it has no value anymore...you cannot buy something for 10 cents alone. No overloading in the jeepneys, (isn't it nice?) unlike today some times I could hardly sit comfortably inside the jeepney. No smoke belchers...today? well, it's very rampant.

Looking at the pictures below Pasig river was really very beautiful then. And accordingly, a lot of private yacht would pass along the blue and emerald green river... I wish it is still like this now! but, unless people especially living nearby will not cooperate to regain the beauty of it then I think it's impossible. Fort Santiago was much better, no cafe's, vendors nor ATM machines. It was indeed a Very clean surroundings. Based on the pictures and email senders descriptions, I must say that people before are truly lucky...for they saw our country much cleaner, better and healthy place to live.

Dencia's, near Villalobos and Carriedo. Look at the Jeepneys they were not overloaded.

1953 Ford on the street going through Jones Bridge leading to Binondo.

LYRIC theatre (in the photo), IDEAL, STATE, ODEON were the best theatres before.

Pasig River (The water is very clean)

Fort Santiago

Old Agrifina Circle near the old Congress Building and Manila City Hall

Old Boulevard

1960 Dodge on the street. Ayala Avenue in Makati City was just like Wilshire Boulevard.

Yesterday...

March 08, 2010

Yesterday I attended the 55th General Assembly of First Community Cooperative (FICCO) wherein I am a full pledge member. The said event was held at RMC Gym here in Davao City. It was a half day affair which formally started at 1pm. Since I volunteered to assist for the registration I went there early as scheduled. I reported at the venue at 10am. The weather was so hot yesterday although partially windy but still everybody felt the heat. The attendance was not perfect unlike last year but I rated it as satisfactory. I was happy also to see my friend yesterday during the assembly. Imagine, she made herself available on that day and traveled for more than 4 hours to attend the general assembly. After the program we went straight to Bigby's restaurant at SM. I really like the food she ordered, it was so yummy and mind you she even paid for it...A big thanks to you, my friend!

Health is Wealth

March 04, 2010

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I do believe that we cannot hold on to our youth, but there are many options widely available to look young, healthy and beautiful at our age. Proper diet and regular exercise are two important tools to achieve wellness. When I quit from my job seemingly I neglected these things. After how many months of being a full time mom things turned out differently. I used to be physically fit in the previous years and then suddenly I turned hysterical one day when I looked myself in front of the mirror, realizing I gained so much weight. I hate to see those unwanted fats and extra bulges around my hips, arms and lower abdomen which makes my clothes not to fit me anymore. I guess I have to do something and give time to regain my physical well-being. I have to change my lifestyle.

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School Burned by Angry Parents

March 03, 2010

I am aware that the Philippine government established a "Food For School" program in some areas of the country. The beneficiary of which are children from poor or underpreviliged families. The said program aims to encourage and increase attendance in school wherein each student will receive a kilo of rice everyday. For me, one kilo a day surely is not enough, BUT, with the cost of rice increasing nowadays it is really a big help. I am glad that the government established this kind of program although I still doubt if this is strictly implemented especially in the most remote areas. I just hope that people in-charge behind this project will seriously and religiously follow what is stipulated in the said program. I also hope that parents too should not rely on this and that they will work hard to meet their daily needs.

Lately, it was reported that a certain school somewhere in the central Philippines was burned down by a group of angry parents because according to them their children were not given the food or rice as promised. The parents accused the teachers of not giving enough rice to their children. If this is indeed true, then what happened to the regular rice allocation intended for children? I cannot blame the parents...for giving in to their emotions but I guess they should have file a complain first. Or maybe ask the people involved what happened. There could be a better solution to solve dispute rather than resorting into something violent. Their acts resulted a negative effect on students. Aside from their records burned, it left students no classroom. What else? the parents will soon be facing charges too!

What Major Human Emotion I Am?

March 02, 2010

Blogthings To Me:

You Are Sadness

Even if you don't actively feel sad, it's likely that you've experienced a lot of loss in your life.
You feel withdrawn from the world and even a bit alone. It's hard to pick yourself back up when you feel this way.

Try to get out and do something, even if it's just going for a walk or visiting with a friend.
Your despair and melancholy is zapping you of your energy, and you've got to try to get it back somehow.

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February 28, 2010

Today is Feb 28, the last day of the month. Time runs so fast, tomorrow it will be March and only 3 weeks left before summer vacation starts. Soon my blog will turn 1 year old. When my blog was three months old I decided to get my own domain name/web host. I choose Godaddy.com...That time I paid $13 dollars annually. Although my membership with them expires in May, but, as early as last week I already received a sort of reminder that my domain will soon expire. They offered me something that if I will renew before May or today I can avail of their promo. I don't know what comes in my mind,but all I know is that I like where my blog is being hosted. I renewed it today and I only paid $10 dollars for another 1 year. It doesn't matter anyway if I don't have a PR, though I am still hoping Mr. google will give my site (blog) a Page Rank.

Protect Your Eyes From the Heat of the Sun

February 25, 2010

February the month of love almost ends. A few days from now it will be March, yay! My kids are so excited for summer vacation and so am I. As early as now I can hear them talking about their plans and activities for the coming summer vacation. Since they enrolled in a swimming lessons last year, I think it would be practical if they will continue it this coming summer. As usual my role would again to accompany them to the location. During summer normally the weather is very hot and I can always wear my sunglasses to protect myself especially my eyes from the scorching heat of the sun. My sunglasses has a shade of brown and I am planning to buy something different preferably color black, frames direct coupons is a big help to me. I am not particular with the brand, as long as I like the design and it fits me well, then, I don't have any reason not to buy it. Sunglasses, is very helpful even if it's not summer time. During ordinary sunny days it is also advisable to wear it. My boys I think needs sunglasses too! And they are included in my list. Guys, don't forget to wear your sunglasses especially on a hot weather. When you feel it's hot, think about sunglasses.

I should Have Not Panicked

Last week I have done two laboratory test which was required by my OB. I've been complaining of lower abdominal pains, suddenly I can feel the pain and then after a few seconds it disappear. The other test was also done due to the mass or lumps I felt in my left breast. The latter made me panic and caused me sleepless nights. I've been thinking a lot of things then, what if it's a..........what will happen to me, to my kids, will I endure the pain or whatsoever??? Well, I guess I reacted too much. I can't wait for my doctor to tell what it is. I sat right in front of the computer and immediately searched related subjects on breast abnormalities. Hubby was trying to appease me and even forced me to have my check up before jumping into a conclusion on what I have found.

Well, I guess he is right. Upon seeing the result of my TVS I am glad it was all normal, nothing unusual. It was just a muscle pain due to heavy exercise. My OB also explained to me the result of my breast ultrasound. It showed no signs of cancer. Although it was found out that there are 4 small cystic mass as described, but she assured me sometimes those are just normal due to hormonal changes and it goes with age. In some cases it will disappear others requires surgical removal if needed. Mine is benign and nothing to worry, although she requires me to undergo mammography next month just to make sure. I realized, I should have not panicked over unconfirmed cases.

Here I am again thinking about mammography. The thought of how painful it is to undergo such test makes me nervous. Even if my friend told me the pain is bearable but still I can't hide what I'm feeling inside. Everything that I think are painful makes me nervous. I am always afraid of injections too. I don't know why I am like this. Call me OA but this is me. I wish I can do something to let go this kind of fear.

My fear to undergo mammography got easily vanished when my sis in law informed me there is a new technology which is available in the hospital where she works, its called digital mammography and accordingly it is painless. Oh my gosh! I felt relieved. In fact I am excited to have my digital mammo next month. Though I cannot deny that somehow I am not at ease right now until no result, I hope and pray that everything will turn out normal.

Check up and regular consultation with health professionals is very important. If you feel something unusual or see signs and symptoms of a suspected illness don't hesitate to go to your doctor for check up. It's good to know your health status early before it's too late.