Jan 11

Don’t mess with Tom Cruise. Don’t even try to blackmail him. It will cost you 2 years of your life if ever the government can prove that you tried to blackmail Tom Cruise.

I got this from the recent news that the guy who tried to extort $1.3M from Tom Cruise in exchange of his wedding photos got sentenced of 2 years imprisonment.

How sad. If ever Tom Cruise gave in with his conditions, he would’ve been $1.3M richer.

Jan 11

McDo doesn’t rock as much as Jollibee does here in the Philippines. Jollibee has a higher market share when it comes to the Fast Food Market. Jollibee Corporation should be thankful to the Filipinos for patronizing their products.

History says that Jollibee started out as a small burger shop selling hamburgers. Look at them now. They deliver to just about anywhere. They even went all the way to California USA just to sell their products.

I can attest that most of the products found in their menu appeal to the taste of Filipinos. I don’t know what secret recipe or ingredient they use, but the sweetness adds to the explosive taste. Specifically with their Spaghetti. Jollibee Spaghetti is my favorite spaghetti. I’ve tried cheap and expensive pastas and nothing can compare to my native land’s very own.

I am so thankful that there are probably 10 branches nearby just waiting for me to come by. They don’t even need to spend hefty sums on commercials. The product itself sells the company.

Overall, I love Jollibee. I love their mascot, the kiddie parties, the franchise scheme, the logo, packages and budget meals, price range, breakfast meals, chicken joy and even the theme song!

Jan 11

I’ve been working in the real estate field for so long but I really don’t know how much an average house costs.

In my opinion, based on the clients I met, houses worth below P1,000,000 are low-cost housing and these are the ones being availed by minimum wage employees or those purchasing properties with the help of government financing or other financing institutions.

Those that cost P1M - P3M are normally found in good subdivisions or villages. These are what I consider properties for the average Filipino with income ranging from P30,000-P50,000. I based this on the monthly income requirement of banks.

P3M and above belong to the above average and wealthy class. I know a lot of people can afford that but mind you, it’s not everyday that I get a client asking me where they can purchase houses worth P3M. Based on the ratio of the inquiries I get, about only 5% of them are from people asking for expensive properties or investments. Most people inquire regarding houses, townhouses and low-cost houses that can be bought through Pag-Ibig Financing (a local financing institution catering to the needs of the average Filipino citizens).

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Jan 10

I didn’t like Lipstick Jungle. I think it needs a little more excitement. Somethings wrong. I can’t pinpoint it but it’s there somewhere. I saw Cashmere Mafia, and it’s a little better, only a little. I’m not a critique and i’m not saying that people should trust my opinions, but that’s just my opinion.

Overall, if ever there’s a 2nd episode, add a little more of realty. Ok?

Jan 10

I normally watch Filipino Movies only during MMFF. I love the fact that they battle for the best. And we, as audiences, take part in the success of these movies.

So why am I blogging about Metro Manila Fil Fest??? Because it’s already 10 days after 2007 and I still haven’t seen a single movie. Yes that’s right! Meaning, i totally destroyed my tradition. That’s a boo-hoo for me. I really really wanted to watch Desperadas.

I hope they release some kind of clear-copy pirated DVD soon at the leading stores nationwide. Hahaha. Or maybe someone can upload a copy so I can download them?

Jan 10

Thanks to Nu Skin my face is completely pimple free! That’s right! I love the fact that I can squeeze my cheeks, slap my face and place mud on my face (which i wouldn’t do ever) and still end up having clear skin the next morning.

I hope no pimple ever comes back tho. I’m still in the process of getting rid of the dark blemish that my has-been pimple left behind. It’s starting to fade now but there are 2 visible marks left. Doesn’t matter tho. People are telling me that I look so glowing and I always tell them that it’s always been that way! HAHAHAHAHA! I’m kidding! Yeah but people are admiring the new youthful glow that I have. Haahahahaa. So conceited! Even after 10 hours of school, at the end of the day I still look ok. I’m a happy bee.

I highly recommend the facial mask/mud/wash by Nu Skin. They’re the best. I use them everyday. Whenever I run out, I use Olay Facial Wash as alternative. But I make sure I always have stock.

Jan 10

I know i’ve been dieting a lot lately. Christmas and New Year made me a pear from a pole. I’m so tired of all the unhealthy starvation. Cravings are so hard to resist y’know. It’s not like i’m that inhuman to not crave for sweets, cakes, candies, sodas and chocolates. So anyway, I tried out this product that curbs appetite. It makes me feel satiated after my 2nd or 3rd spoon.

What’s the main ingredient of this product? Caffeine. That’s right. Caffeine! I don’t think it’s the same with those we found from our coffees. I mean, dosage-wise, the caffeine is concentrated and the product has added ingredients which increases metabolism. 2 of these a day turned me from 131 to 125 in just 5 days. Right now I stopped taking it already and it seems like my appetite has adjusted to it and i’m not anymore feeling hungry all the time. Anyway, i’m not sure if it’s just water weight I lost but so far so good. I’m still at 125 and it seems like i’m still losing weight since I haven’t been eating too much lately. I’m guessing less than 2000 calories a day. It’s been 2 days now since I stopped by the way.

To learn more about the product I used, just e-mail me at inqurie@lozaph.com I don’t wanna post it here since I sound like i’m advertising again and I don’t wanna advertise here all the time. But for those looking for products that will make you think, look for the ones that has caffeine in it.

Before taking such products, consult your doctor first ok? I heard too much caffeine is bad for your health. Seriously! I didn’t get any of it but I read reviews saying that some people had heart issues, sleeping problems, nauseas, dizziness, stomach ache and the list goes on. It really depends on how well your system can adapt to the changes.

Jan 09

Cashmere Mafia - The show that’s supposed to be the next Sex and the City. Well, compared to Sex and the City, I think that they’re being too commercialized. Why so? You should watch and see for yourself the advertisement-like atmosphere of the whole show. It’s like everything screams of expensive brand and high class fashion.

So what’s the story about? Just like Sex and the City, it’s about their lives as successful women driven by power, wealth and hmm… of course, men.  First episode introduced their careers, giving people the insight of how SUCCESSFUL they are. COO.. VP… blah blah blah.

So why Cashmere Mafia? I don’t know. They tried to explain it before the show ended but it was too vague. Overall, I don’t think it’s gonna be as good. But maybe because i’m comparing it to Sex and the City which is a legend. Well compared to Days of Our Lives I think it rocks. Hahahha. Anyway, just go watch it or if you live in a country where such shows don’t reach your cable, just download it.