tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-131977712024-03-19T00:48:18.754-04:00my own page...I have given myself 2 years to finish writing my dissertation, which means me graduating in May 2008.barookiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14428601322976745443noreply@blogger.comBlogger318125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13197771.post-35512672351694877472009-10-04T06:14:00.000-04:002009-10-04T10:18:08.593-04:00Happy Happy Birthday October Celebrants!I would like to greet all those celebrating their birthday this month. May we all have a wonderful time celebrating this special day of ours. <br><br>God bless and take care. May the Lord continue to shower us with his countless blessings. May we also remember those who were affected by the storms and pray for them. <br><br>2 - Ed I.<br>3 - Val P., Quelly A., Ate Jet M.<br>4 - Chay P.<br>5 - Pat B., Jonil B.<br>6 - Jen L., Ambo E., PJ C.<br>7 - Jench C., Eugene T.<br>9 - GT M., Janice C.<br>10 - Lolo Frank, Cecile A., Bill M.<br>12 - Maha M., Aisa L.<br>13 - Lola Charito<br>15 - David H., Nicole P., Nageeb I.<br>16 - Gina T., Adrian L.<br>18 - Frankie T.<br>19 - Ryan C.<br>20 - John & Paul I., and me!<br>21 - Lola, Jego R., Joey E., Cris T.<br>22 - Joey T. and Tito Kay<br>24 - Loric B.<br>27 - Bhonny C.<br>28 - Enzo C., Ken E.<br>29 - Cris S.<br>30 - Kelley M., Paolo A.<br>31 - Miqui G.<br><br>Again, if I had missed anyone's birthday, do send me a message that I may include them in the list as well. <br><br>Thanks.<br> <!-- multiply:no_crosspost --><p class='multiply:no_crosspost'></p>barookiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14428601322976745443noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13197771.post-23245243694723344732009-10-04T06:07:00.000-04:002009-10-04T10:14:14.552-04:00NFL Week 4 PicksAgain here are my picks for the 4th week of the NFL. <br><br>Detroit taking 11.5 <br>Cincinnati giving 5.5 --> I can't see how Cleveland will score given how bad their offense is<br><span style="font-weight: bold;">Indianapolis </span>giving 7.5 --> too many injuries for Seattle<br>NY Giants giving 9.5<br><span style="font-weight: bold;">New England </span>giving 2.5<br><span style="font-weight: bold;">Washington </span>giving 7.5 --> hopefully my faith in Washington will be rewarded<br><span style="font-weight: bold;">Jacksonville</span> taking 2.5<br>Oakland taking 9.5 --> Houston is better but the point spread was too big<br><span style="font-weight: bold;">New Orleans</span> giving 6.5 <br>Buffalo giving 2.5<br><span style="font-weight: bold;">San Francisco </span>giving 9.5<br><span style="font-weight: bold;">Denver </span>taking 3.5<br>San Diego taking 6.5<br>Green Bay taking 3.5<br><br>That's it for me this week. <br><br>Last week's record: 10 - 6<br>Season's record: 32 - 16<br><br> <!-- multiply:no_crosspost --><p class='multiply:no_crosspost'></p>barookiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14428601322976745443noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13197771.post-32880632932654070892009-09-26T19:26:00.000-04:002009-09-26T23:55:19.254-04:00NFL week 3 picks...Here we go again. Another week and another chance to improve. <br><br>Last week was a rather interesting week given a number of upsets. Maybe next time I'll include some comments with some of my choices, but since I'm a bit under the weather and sleep, I'll just post my picks and hope for the best. Here they are. <br><br>Washington giving 6.5<br>Green Bay giving 6.5<br>San Francisco taking 6.5<br>Atlanta taking 4.5<br>Tennessee taking 3.5<br><span style="font-weight: bold;">Philadelphia </span>giving 5.5<br>NY Giants giving 7.5<br><span style="font-weight: bold;">Baltimore </span>giving 13.5<br><span style="font-weight: bold;">Houston </span>giving 3.5<br>New Orleans giving 5.5 <br>Chicago giving 2.5<br>Miami taking 6.5<br><span style="font-weight: bold;">Cincinnati </span>taking 4.5<br><span style="font-weight: bold;">Oakland</span> taking 1.5<br>Indianapolis taking 2.5<br><span style="font-weight: bold;">Dallas </span>giving 9.5<br><br>Last week, was a rather respectable performance on my part. On 2 games were I really debated on my choice, I ended up making the wrong one. Hopefully my choices will work out this week. <br><br>Last week: 10 - 6<br>Season: 22 - 10<br> <!-- multiply:no_crosspost --><p class='multiply:no_crosspost'></p>barookiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14428601322976745443noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13197771.post-87449070354657653972009-09-18T19:02:00.000-04:002009-09-18T23:27:16.928-04:00NFL Picks for week 2 I've recently joined an NFL pool a friend of mine was in, and since they incorporate using the whole spread system in determining their picks. Since that's how they made their choices, I'll try to be consistent and do the same with how I make mine as well. <br><br>Here are my picks for NFL week 2. (bold means home team)<br><br><span style="font-weight: bold;">Atlanta</span> - giving 6.5<br>Minnesota - giving 9.5<br><span style="font-weight: bold;">Green Bay</span> - giving 8.5<br>Houston - taking 7.5<br>Oakland - taking 3.5<br>New England - giving 4.5<br>New Orleans - taking 3.5<br><span style="font-weight: bold;">Washington </span>- giving 9.5<br>Arizona - taking 3.5<br>Seattle - taking 1.5<br>Pittsburgh - giving 3.5<br>Baltimore - taking 3.5<br><span style="font-weight: bold;">Denver </span>- giving 3.5<br>NY Giants - taking 2.5 (I can't believe the Giants are the underdogs?!?!)<br>Indianapolis - giving 3.5<br><br>So that's it, I'll admit, I'm not sure if my choice for the San Diego-Baltimore game is the same one that I submitted. When I am able to confirm, I'll post what the correct team. <br><br>Last week's record: 12 - 4<br>Season record: 12 - 4<br><br>Not that bad of a start even though it didn't take into consideration the spread. <br> <!-- multiply:no_crosspost --><p class='multiply:no_crosspost'></p>barookiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14428601322976745443noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13197771.post-46823254036772496782009-08-23T19:33:00.000-04:002009-08-23T23:38:37.443-04:00SNL Immigrant TaleI haven't been watching SNL for the past few years, but Franny was surfing online and found this video. <br><br>Enjoy.<br><br>Disclaimer: I do not own SNL. Hehehe!<br><br><br><object height="296" width="512"><param name="allowScriptAccess" value="never"><param name="movie" value="http://www.hulu.com/embed/NZ1MZ5ac_4XSxW-EliJS4A"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><embed allowscriptaccess="never" src="http://www.hulu.com/embed/NZ1MZ5ac_4XSxW-EliJS4A" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowfullscreen="true" �="" height="296" width="512"></object><!-- multiply:no_crosspost --><p class='multiply:no_crosspost'></p>barookiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14428601322976745443noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13197771.post-35398460296405551562009-08-23T19:01:00.000-04:002009-08-23T23:06:23.899-04:00Can you tell me how to get to Sesame Street!<span class="insertedphoto"></span>Last Saturday we drove down to Sesame Place near Philly. <br><br>It was a wonderful time even though it rained through some parts of the day. Elise had a wonderful time playing in the kiddie wading pool area with Franny. <br><br>I've attached a picture taken with Ernie. You can check out more pictures from my photos page. It's also not that far of a drive, roughly 1.5 hours. <br><br><span class="insertedphoto"><a href="http://noelmnh.multiply.com/photos/hi-res/250/29"><img class="alignmiddleb" src="http://images.noelmnh.multiply.com/image/2/photos/250/300x300/29/IMG-0488.JPG?et=co3htIawPjdf6oA2bpiezQ&nmid=277622591" border="0"></a></span><br> <!-- multiply:no_crosspost --><p class='multiply:no_crosspost'></p>barookiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14428601322976745443noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13197771.post-86711808413439823762009-08-08T19:23:00.000-04:002009-08-09T22:26:18.752-04:002 years and counting...working at the City's Office of Management & Budget!<br><br>It's a great place and I still enjoy the variety of stuff that we have to do. <br><br>It would be nice to spend many more years here.<br> <!-- multiply:no_crosspost --><p class='multiply:no_crosspost'></p>barookiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14428601322976745443noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13197771.post-16583929106264411272009-08-01T18:09:00.000-04:002009-08-09T22:18:19.673-04:00Happy Birthday August celebrants!A very happy birthday to all those celebrating their birthdays this month! <br><br>1 - leo v., bettina q.<br>2 - david e.<br>3 - tina h.<br>4 - audette v., pj p.<br>5 - chester p.<br>6 - mommy aida<br>8 - manang maria, kate n., dominic p., celine h.<br>11 - cheena t., lex t.<br>12 - karen t.<br>13 - mhir dls.<br>15 - joey l.<br>19 - elaine h., joyce s.<br>20 - romy r.<br>22 - carissa v.<br>24 - marthyn c.<br>25 - david c., cm d.<br>27 - mon b.<br>28 - cynthia u.<br>29 - rv m., aisa y.<br>31 - ray c.<br><br>God bless and may you all have a wonderful time celebrating this special day of yours. <!-- multiply:no_crosspost --><p class='multiply:no_crosspost'></p>barookiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14428601322976745443noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13197771.post-33905753749467391422009-03-31T21:49:00.000-04:002009-04-01T23:52:14.663-04:00Happy Happy Birthday April celebrants!Happy Birthday to all those celebrating their birthday this month! May you all have a wonderful time celebrating this special day of yours. <br><br>1 - ferdie e., maita j.<br>2 - anna c.<br>3 - ep g., marco j. <br>4 - daphne o., gemma a.<br>7 - tringie c.<br>9 - alf c.<br>10 - leslie e.<br>11 - tita belen h., jenell c., vincent v.<br>12 - errol m.<br>14 - fay p.<br>15 - mian d.<br>17 - marjo v. <br>20 - rj v.<br>21 - aj c., jowie m., mark d., kayo c.<br>22 - erin s.c.<br>23 - jinny j.<br>24 - maan s.<br>25 - geof m.<br>26 - stenie c.<br>29 - wilmer z., benjo a.<br>30 - isabel r., che c.<br><br>God bless everyone!<br> <!-- multiply:no_crosspost --><p class='multiply:no_crosspost'></p>barookiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14428601322976745443noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13197771.post-49227780239483838712009-03-10T20:06:00.000-04:002009-03-12T00:08:54.347-04:00Another Belated Monthly Greeting to all!Happy birthday to all those celebrating their birthdays this month of March! May you all have a great time celebrating it with your loved ones.<br><br>1 - j-an c.<br>2 - sophia h., tamsin l.<br>4 - jc j. <br>5 - marj s-c, leigh s.<br>6 - lolo vic, guido j.<br>7 - ignacio h.<br>8 - tita tess h.<br>9 - jonner n.<br>10 - franz s.<br>12 - tita betty q.<br>15 - aaron mark h., jill e.<br>16 - denise t.<br>19 - patrick m. <br>21 - philip a.<br>23 - nat a.<br>25 - raymund c.<br>29 - mian b., gerald e.<br>30 - jem u.<br><br>God bless! Sorry for the delayed update =) <!-- multiply:no_crosspost --><p class='multiply:no_crosspost'></p>barookiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14428601322976745443noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13197771.post-57051347285204566582009-02-15T21:38:00.000-05:002009-02-16T03:00:48.752-05:00A late greeting for all February Celebrants!<span style="font-weight: bold;">Happy Happy Birthday </span>to all those celebrating their birthdays this month of February. Sorry for the delayed posting. <br><br>1 - anna r.<br>4 - tot u., jolly f.<br>5 - doo-doo o.<br>6 - laya s. <br>10 - ken m., arn g.<br>11 - archie & alnair l.<br>12 - tita del, jm p.<br>13 - meghan h.<br>14 - paul d., val b., shami c., gidget a. , sheila g-a.<br>16 - pam p.<br>17 - dad<br>18 - nicole s.a.<br>19 - tito freddie, charo e., caitlin t., ate louis a.<br>20 - rex m.<br>21 - billie l.<br>25 - bangs h.<br>27 - dja-dja r.<br>28 - charlene f.<br><br>God bless all of you. May you all have a wonderful time celebrating it with loved ones. If I forgot someone's birthday, please feel free to leave a note saying I did so. Thanks!<br> <!-- multiply:no_crosspost --><p class='multiply:no_crosspost'></p>barookiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14428601322976745443noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13197771.post-79562383185152810472009-01-01T08:36:00.000-05:002009-01-01T13:42:57.202-05:00Happy Birthday January celebrants!Happy Birthday to all those celebrating their birthday this month! May you all have a wonderful time celebrating this special day of yours. <br><br>2 - chilai b., rommel s.<br>6 - sam c., jo-an c., & honeylyn b.<br>8 - terry r.<br>11 - tita lea c., matet a.<br>12 - kavita j.<br>13 - arbee b.<br>15 - mara m.<br>17 - marco s.<br>19 - jonah d.l.<br>20 - tito paul h., pattie p.g.<br>21 - pia m.<br>24 - allan l., gervin k., & ginny m.<br>25 - deedee t., pia m. <br>26 - ELISE's birthday!!!<br>27 - kris a.<br>28 - erika l., day s.<br>29 - lola rita<br>30 - FRANNY's birthday!!!<br><br>God bless! and more blessings be showered unto you by our good Lord! <!-- multiply:no_crosspost --><p class='multiply:no_crosspost'></p>barookiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14428601322976745443noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13197771.post-81558809019022748782008-12-31T19:00:00.000-05:002009-01-01T13:35:40.046-05:00Happy New Year!HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE!!!<br><br>May 2009 be wonderful year for all of us and may the good Lord continue to guide us and shower us with His blessings!<br><br>Take care everyone!<br> <!-- multiply:no_crosspost --><p class='multiply:no_crosspost'></p>barookiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14428601322976745443noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13197771.post-20382895377633380332008-12-15T18:12:00.000-05:002008-12-17T19:29:03.690-05:00Survey Time! grabbed from Bea...<div class="bodytext" author="bleeding22angel" author_possessive="bleeding22angel's">30 Things You'd Never Think to Ask<br><br>1. Have you ever been searched by the cops?<br><em>nopes</em></div><em></em> <div class="bodytext" author="bleeding22angel" author_possessive="bleeding22angel's"><br>2. Do you close your eyes on roller coaster?<br><em>no! who would want to miss out on the view</em></div><em></em> <div class="bodytext" author="bleeding22angel" author_possessive="bleeding22angel's"><br>3. When's the last time you've been sledding?<br><em>haven't sledded yet</em></div><em></em> <div class="bodytext" author="bleeding22angel" author_possessive="bleeding22angel's"><br>4. Would you rather sleep with someone else, or alone?<br><em>of course with franny and elise</em><br><br>5. Do you believe in ghosts?<br><em>yup yup</em><br><br>6. Do you consider yourself creative?<br><em>depends... in making excuses -> extremely creative</em><br><br>7. Do you think O.J. killed his wife?<br><em>unfortunately, yes</em><br><br>8. Jennifer Aniston or Angelina Jolie?<br><em>hmmm... i'd go with the latter</em><br><br>9. Can you honestly say you know ANYTHING about politics?<br><em>US politics yes, Philippine politics no.</em><br><br>10. Do you know how to play poker?<br><em>yes</em><br><br>11. Have you ever been awake for 48 hours straight?<br><em>i think it's something every crammer does in college</em><br><br>12. What's your favorite commercial?<br><em>the father involvement commercial, if you haven't seen it, check it out on my <a href="http://noelmnh.multiply.com/video/item/53/Father_Involvement-_Cheerleader">videos page.</a></em><br><br>13. Who was your first love?<br><em>hahaha!</em><br><br>14. If you're driving in the middle of the night, and no one is around you, do you run a red light?<br><em>before I would, not anymore</em><br><br>15. Do you have a secret that no one knows but you?<br><em>i think we all have secrets</em><br><br>16. Boston Red Sox or New York Yankees?<br><em>Bronx Bombers!</em><br><br>17. Have you ever been Ice Skating?<br><em>yes, though I prefer rollerblading</em><br><br>18. How often do you remember your dreams?<br><em>I rarely do</em><br><br>19. What's the one thing on your mind?<br><em>food</em><br><br>20. Do you always wear your seat belt?<br><em>yes</em><br><br>21. What talent do you wish you had?<br><em>i wish i knew how to play a musical instrument</em><br><br>22. Do you like Sushi?<br><em>nopes</em><br><br>23. What do you wear to bed?<br><em>boxers and a loose shirt</em><br><br>24. Do you truly hate anyone?<br><em>nopes</em><br><br>25. If you could sleep with one famous person, who would it be?<br><em>hmmm... haven't really given that much thought.</em><br><br>26. Do you know anyone in jail?<br><em>nopes</em><br><br>27. What food do you find disgusting?<br><em>i guess dinuguan</em><br><br>28. Have you ever made fun of your friends behind their back?<br><em>yes</em><br><br>29. Have you ever been punched in the face?<br><em>yup</em><br><br>30. Do you believe in angels and demons?<br><em>yes to both</em></div> <div class="bodytext" author="bleeding22angel" author_possessive="bleeding22angel's"><em></em> </div> <div class="bodytext" author="bleeding22angel" author_possessive="bleeding22angel's"><em><strong>SURVEY 2</strong></em></div> <div class="bodytext" author="bleeding22angel" author_possessive="bleeding22angel's"> </div> <div class="bodytext" author="bleeding22angel" author_possessive="bleeding22angel's">1. Would you marry for money?<br><em>nopes</em></div><em></em> <div class="bodytext" author="bleeding22angel" author_possessive="bleeding22angel's"><br>2. Have you had braces?<br><em>nopes</em></div><em></em> <div class="bodytext" author="bleeding22angel" author_possessive="bleeding22angel's"><br>3. Could you live without a computer?<br><em>once i'm done with my dissertation yes!</em></div><em></em> <div class="bodytext" author="bleeding22angel" author_possessive="bleeding22angel's"><br>4. If you could live in any past time period, where would it be?<br><em>maybe during the height of Rome</em></div><em></em> <div class="bodytext" author="bleeding22angel" author_possessive="bleeding22angel's"><br>5. Do you drink enough water?<br><em>i hope i do</em><br></div> <div class="bodytext" author="bleeding22angel" author_possessive="bleeding22angel's">6. Do you wear shoes in the house or take 'em off?<br><em>take 'em off</em></div><em></em> <div class="bodytext" author="bleeding22angel" author_possessive="bleeding22angel's"><br>7. What are your favorite fruits?<br><em>mangoes and strawberries</em><br><br>8. What is your favorite place to visit?<br><em>Central Park</em></div><em></em> <div class="bodytext" author="bleeding22angel" author_possessive="bleeding22angel's"><br>9. Are you photogenic?<br><em>i have no idea, i'll let others be the judge of that</em></div><em></em> <div class="bodytext" author="bleeding22angel" author_possessive="bleeding22angel's"><br>10. Do you dream in color or black and white?<br><em>both</em><br><br>11. Why do you take survey??<br><em>bored!</em><br><br>12. Do you drink alcohol?</div> <div class="bodytext" author="bleeding22angel" author_possessive="bleeding22angel's"><em>yes</em></div><em></em> <div class="bodytext" author="bleeding22angel" author_possessive="bleeding22angel's"><br>13. What is the most beautiful language?<br><em>huh? I think they are all unique and interesting</em></div><em></em> <div class="bodytext" author="bleeding22angel" author_possessive="bleeding22angel's"><br>14. Do you like being kissed when you are asleep?<br><em>oh that's sweet, though I wouldn't know since I am asleep!</em></div><em></em> <div class="bodytext" author="bleeding22angel" author_possessive="bleeding22angel's"><br>15. WHAT do you like MOST: Sunrise or sunset?<br><em>i prefer sunrise</em><br><br>16. Do you want to live until you're 100 yrs old?<br><em>as long as i'm not lying on a bed strapped to numerous machines</em></div><em></em> <div class="bodytext" author="bleeding22angel" author_possessive="bleeding22angel's"><br>17. Is a flat stomach important to you?<br><em>HAHAHAHA!!! does it look that i put high importance on having one</em></div> <div class="bodytext" author="bleeding22angel" author_possessive="bleeding22angel's"><br>19. When you watch movies at home, do you like the lights switched on or off?<br><em>off</em></div><em></em> <div class="bodytext" author="bleeding22angel" author_possessive="bleeding22angel's"><br>20. Do you believe in magic?<br><em>yup</em></div><em></em> <div class="bodytext" author="bleeding22angel" author_possessive="bleeding22angel's"><br>22. Do you like to watch cartoons?<br><em>of course, saturday morning cartoons!</em></div><em></em> <div class="bodytext" author="bleeding22angel" author_possessive="bleeding22angel's"><br>23. At what age did you find out that Santa Claus wasn't real?<br><em>no idea</em></div><em></em> <div class="bodytext" author="bleeding22angel" author_possessive="bleeding22angel's"><br>24. Do you write poems?<br><em>nopes</em><br><br>25. Do you snore?<br><em>yes, guaranteed when i'm tired</em><br><br>26. You sleep more on your back, front,or sides?<br><em>side</em></div><em></em> <div class="bodytext" author="bleeding22angel" author_possessive="bleeding22angel's"><br>27. Would you rather have a poodle or a rottweiler?<br><em>neither, but between the two I'll choose the latter</em></div><em></em> <div class="bodytext" author="bleeding22angel" author_possessive="bleeding22angel's"><br>28. Are you basically a happy person?<br><em>i would like to think so</em></div><em></em> <div class="bodytext" author="bleeding22angel" author_possessive="bleeding22angel's"><br>29. Are you tired?<br><em>yes</em></div><em></em> <div class="bodytext" author="bleeding22angel" author_possessive="bleeding22angel's"><br>30. Did you drink anything with caffeine?<br><em>soda</em><br></div> <div class="bodytext" author="bleeding22angel" author_possessive="bleeding22angel's">32. How many landline/cellphones do you have in your house?<br><em>1 landline and 2 cellphones</em></div><em></em> <div class="bodytext" author="bleeding22angel" author_possessive="bleeding22angel's"><br>33. Do you get along with your parents?<br><em>yup yup</em></div><em></em> <div class="bodytext" author="bleeding22angel" author_possessive="bleeding22angel's"><br>34. Do u smoke?<br><em>nopes</em><br><br>35. Do you have a kitty?<br><em>nopes</em><br><br>36. Have you ever had a birthday party?<br><em>yeah before, not anymore. </em></div><em></em> <div class="bodytext" author="bleeding22angel" author_possessive="bleeding22angel's"><br>37. What do you do when you're sad?<br><em>just get busy and let it pass</em></div><em></em> <div class="bodytext" author="bleeding22angel" author_possessive="bleeding22angel's"><br>38. What do you need most now?<br><em>food, I'm hungry</em></div><em></em> <div class="bodytext" author="bleeding22angel" author_possessive="bleeding22angel's"><br>39. What song are you listening to now?<br><em>nothing</em><br></div> <div class="bodytext" author="bleeding22angel" author_possessive="bleeding22angel's">40.what are you craving right now?<br><em>a steak burrito from Chipotle!</em></div><!-- multiply:no_crosspost --><p class='multiply:no_crosspost'></p>barookiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14428601322976745443noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13197771.post-43201002694602549952008-11-30T19:01:00.000-05:002008-11-30T19:01:00.688-05:00December celebrants!Happy Birthday to all celebrating their special day this month! <br><br>God bless and again, if I forgot to mention someone, do leave a message that I may add them. <br><br><br>1 - ton-ton f.<br>4 - tonette d.<br>6 - daddy kiko<br>7 - mich b., raffy c.<br>8 - anna m., jay a.<br>10 - jay p.<br>11 - maharl s.<br>15 - tonypet a.<br>16 - anjelle g., timothy i.<br>17 - joey b.<br>18 - nicol p.<br>22 - tita angie m.<br>23 - marj m.<br>24 - tina k., bridget j.<br>26 - pia dl., ekay c.<br><br>Take care!<br> <!-- multiply:no_crosspost --><p class='multiply:no_crosspost'></p>barookiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14428601322976745443noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13197771.post-83471417774173094942008-11-30T13:20:00.000-05:002008-11-30T18:17:27.120-05:00Those boys, those boys are much too much!Franny saw this and asked me to post this cute video! <br><br>Enjoy!<br><br><object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/9A2Ap3DyvLg&color1=0xb1b1b1&color2=0xcfcfcf&hl=en&feature=player_embedded&fs=1"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/9A2Ap3DyvLg&color1=0xb1b1b1&color2=0xcfcfcf&hl=en&feature=player_embedded&fs=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object><br> <!-- multiply:no_crosspost --><p class='multiply:no_crosspost'></p>barookiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14428601322976745443noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13197771.post-25327828607583683592008-11-30T13:00:00.000-05:002008-11-30T18:15:17.435-05:00Belated Greetings to those November Celebrants!I just realized that I haven't updated my blog for sometime now. <br><br>Belated Happy Birthday to those who celebrated their birthdays this November. <br><br>1 - marc a.<br>3 - mike m.<br>4 - don u., mico a.<br>5 - lester o., chester y.<br>7 - tito ben<br>9 - liza y.<br>10 - diane l-g. <br>15 - rhobee p.<br>16 - miguel h.<br>17 - joy t., jofel j., nerrie b., alex h., cyrus b.<br>19 - grace t.<br>21 - cj t.<br>23 - mak b. <br>24 - lorraine i.<br>26 - tricia c-p.<br>28 - hana h-c.<br>29 - can c.<br><br>God bless! and may the Lord continue to shower you all with His blessings.<br> <!-- multiply:no_crosspost --><p class='multiply:no_crosspost'></p>barookiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14428601322976745443noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13197771.post-24611658264982853702008-09-30T20:51:00.000-04:002008-10-02T00:12:39.822-04:00Happy Birthday!May all Librans and Scorpions(?) enjoy celebrating their birthday this month!<br><br>God bless everyone!<br><br>2 - Ed I.<br>3 - Val P., Quelly A.<br>4 - Chay P.<br>5 - Pat B., Jonil B.<br>6 - Jen L., Ambo E., PJ C.<br>7 - Jench C., Eugene T.<br>9 - GT M., Janice C.<br>10 - Lolo Frank, Cecile A., Bill M.<br>12 - Maha M., Aisa L.<br>13 - Lola Charito<br>15 - David H., Nicole P., Nageeb I.<br>16 - Gina T., Adrian L.<br>18 - Frankie T.<br>19 - Ryan C.<br>20 - John & Paul I., and me!<br>21 - Lola, Jego R., Joey E., Cris T.<br>22 - Joey T. and Tito Kay<br>24 - Loric B.<br>27 - Bhonny C.<br>28 - Enzo C., Ken E.<br>29 - Cris S.<br>30 - Kelley M., Paolo A.<br>31 - Miqui G.<br><br>Again, if you know anyone who I missed, do leave a message so I can add them. <br><br>Thanks.<br> <!-- multiply:no_crosspost --><p class='multiply:no_crosspost'></p>barookiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14428601322976745443noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13197771.post-24767866252229606292008-08-31T20:08:00.000-04:002008-09-01T12:15:13.708-04:00Happy Birthday September Celebrants!Happy Birthday to all those celebrating their birthday this month! May you all have a wonderful time celebrating it with your family and friends!<br><br>1 - william p.<br>3 - sarah m.<br>5 - steve s.<br>6 - tom h., lala dl.<br>7 - tita agnes k., dvoy v.<br>8 - leanne m., patty p., isabel h.<br>10 - anna z., nikki j., trish h.<br>11 - paolo m., bones p.<br>17 - tita carmen dlc.<br>18 - claudette dlc.<br>19 - don-don a., tammy r., brian s.<br>20 - ej a., alex m.<br>21 - chris h.<br>22 - sam y.<br>23 - rafa dl., kulench c.<br>24 - jp b.<br>26 - trina p.<br>29 - ging v., ronivi z.<br><br>Again God bless and may you have more blessing to come in the future.<br> <!-- multiply:no_crosspost --><p class='multiply:no_crosspost'></p>barookiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14428601322976745443noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13197771.post-32699684819709408382008-08-07T18:14:00.000-04:002008-08-07T22:22:17.429-04:00Noel = Librataken from --> <a href="http://www.iloveindia.com/astrology/sun-signs/libra/index.html">http://www.iloveindia.com/astrology/sun-signs/libra/index.html</a><br><br><h1 align="center">Libra</h1><br><div class="text"><b>24th September to 23rd October</b><br> <br> <b>Symbol:</b> The Balance<br> <b>Ruling Planet:</b> Venus<br> <b>Quality:</b> Cardinal<br> <b>Element: </b>Air<br> <b>Basic Trait:</b> I Balance<br> <b>Closest Metal:</b> Copper<br> <b>Lucky Day:</b> Friday <br> <b>Lucky Colors:</b> Pastel shades of Pink and Blue <br> <b>Lucky Gems:</b> Lapis Lazuli, Cornelian and Sapphire<br> <b>Lucky Flowers:</b> Daisies and Daffodils</div><br> <br> <br> <table class="data-tbl" align="center" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" hspace="0" vspace="0" width="95%"> <tbody><tr> <td width="50%"><b>Strengths</b></td> <td><b>Weaknesses</b></td> </tr> <tr> <td>Patient and balanced</td> <td>Indecisive</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Gregarious and sociable</td> <td>May become careless</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Loving and affectionate</td> <td>Prone to indulgence</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Cheerful and energetic</td> <td>Emotional and sensitive</td> </tr> </tbody></table><br> <br> <div class="text"> Libra, The Balance, is the seventh sign of the zodiac. The first and foremost personality trait you will notice about a Libran is his politeness. He loves people and hates to be rude to anyone. However, crowds do not attract him. A Libran is extremely good at solving a quarrel between two people quite amicably. On the other hand, he always enjoys having a good-natured argument himself. As per the Libra characteristic profile, the people born under this zodiac sign are usually very pleasant, cheerful and friendly.<br> <br> One thing that ticks off a Libran is taking orders. You order him around and he will become the sulkiest person on this earth. As you try to give a typical description of the Libran personalities, you will find a number of inconsistencies in them. On one hand, Librans are very intelligent, on the other; they may be amazingly naive and susceptible. They talk too much, but are patient listeners too. They come across as restless, but seldom seem to be in a hurry. Confused? Don't worry; they are as confused about this contradictory behavior as you are.<br> <br> A Libran will be composed, balanced, lovable, courteous and amiable half of the time. In the other half, he will be exasperating, irritable, inflexible, fidgety, unhappy and mystified. He is always tipping to one side or the other, till the perfect balance is achieved. Librans have a very captivating smile, which can easily melt your heart. Even their laughter rings with gaiety and seems to brighten up even the dullest of surroundings. They are very delightful when their mind in a balanced state. However, a Libra mind is prone to fickleness.<br> <br> He is always weighing the pros and cons of a situation and finds it very difficult to form the perfect, balanced, opinion. He has this annoying habit of starting an argument just for the heck of it. You may have heard that Librans are lazy, but in this case also, there is a contradiction. They will keep on working for weeks, even months, at a time, managing on four-hours sleep everyday. Then, suddenly, they will feel completely exhausted and go into the laziness spell. Once this happens, it is impossible to even make them move a limb.<br> <br> After sometime, a Libran will again be his energetic self and be out of the door even before you can say bye. However, it does not mean that he has a dual nature. It's just that he needs the lazy spell to regain his lost energy. As far as his emotions are concerned, he may become too sentimental one moment, turn sarcastic the other moment and become extremely cheerful in the very next. Again, it's not their dual personality, but a Libran's constant need to experience different emotion at different points of time. <br> <br> Infact, his personality is a mix of kindheartedness, softness, equality, indecisiveness, theoretical logic and inability to take orders. He also loves to argument, especially when someone passes general statements. A Libran can take both the sides of an argument by turns, and win at both. Infact, he can even switch sides in the middle of the argument. However, behind all this argumentativeness is the constant urge to be fair and impartial, to look at both the sides of the coin, making him seem indecisive. <br> <br> However, don't get impatient when a Libran is making up his mind. He hates impatience and it can make him extremely stubborn. He is very honest and does not like showing off. Librans love books and have the ability of concentrating and thinking over the deepest of subjects. They are very much impressed as well as influenced by the harmony of art forms. A Libran is artistic at heart and loves soft light, melodious music, intelligent conversation, good food and fine wines. He has a combination of intelligence, generosity, fairness and the need to be balanced. </div><br><br> <!-- multiply:no_crosspost --><p class='multiply:no_crosspost'></p>barookiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14428601322976745443noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13197771.post-17451436015503634042008-08-06T19:26:00.000-04:002008-08-06T23:44:28.246-04:00Survey time...It's been quite sometime but since I'm bored, here's a survey.<br><br>1. What do you think is the reason why people lie?<br><span style="font-style: italic;">people just aren't comfortable with the other person</span><br><br>2. Have you ever said, you'll never love again?<br><span style="font-style: italic;">not really<br><br></span>3. Is there anything bothering you right now?<br><span style="font-style: italic;">not really<br><br></span>4. Is there something you wanna let go of?<br><span style="font-style: italic;">i wanna let go of my fat... if that's possible! hehehe!<br><br></span>5. Do the old songs you had in your past really remind u of the memories?<br><span style="font-style: italic;">sometimes<br><br></span>6. How important is "trust"?<br><span style="font-style: italic;">very important!<br><br></span>7. Do you believe in soulmates?<br><span style="font-style: italic;">why not?<br><br></span>8. How do you learn to forget your problem?<br><span style="font-style: italic;">i don't think you forget, you just learn not to stress too much about it<br><br></span>9. Is crying a sign of weakness?<br><span style="font-style: italic;">nopes<br><br></span>10. Why do you answer surveys?<br><span style="font-style: italic;">out of boredom and curiousity<br><br></span>11. Do you always regret?<br><span style="font-style: italic;">at first, i think it's natural, but i let it go afterwards<br><br></span>12. What is your current ringtone?<br><span style="font-style: italic;">just a regular ringtone<br><br></span>13. Do you believe that absence makes the heart grow fonder?<br><span style="font-style: italic;">yes<br><br></span>14. Do you believe that you have a guardian angel?<br><span style="font-style: italic;">yes<br><br></span>15. Do you find your ex's new gf/bf good-looking?<br><span style="font-style: italic;">no idea<br><br></span>16. What will you do if you're stuck in the elevator with someone you don't like?<br><span style="font-style: italic;">try to find out why we're stuck<br><br></span>17. Have you ever wanted someone but you cant have him/her?<br><span style="font-style: italic;">nopes<br><br></span>18. Have you ever said 'i love you' but you lied?<br><span style="font-style: italic;">nopes<br><br></span>19. Would you ever want to go back in the past?<br><span style="font-style: italic;">yup, it would be interesting<br><br></span>20.Do you really wanna please everybody?<br><span style="font-style: italic;">not everyone, only those who matter<br><br></span>23. When is enough enough?<br><span style="font-style: italic;">enough of what?<br><br></span>24. What are you so sick and tired of?<br><span style="font-style: italic;">bills! hahaha!<br><br></span>25. What made you smile today?<br><span style="font-style: italic;">finding a $20 bill in my back pocket</span><br><br>26. Is looking good important?<br><span style="font-style: italic;">i guess if you're a model then yes, but being presentable is all that matters</span><br><br>27. Do you listen to love songs when you're down?<br><span style="font-style: italic;">i don't necessarily plan it to be love songs, i just let my library play out</span><br><br>28. What are you thankful for?<br><span style="font-style: italic;">for having a loving wife and lovely daughter</span><br><br>29. Do you believe that love is lovelier the second time around?<br><span style="font-style: italic;">huh?</span><br><br>30. Do you believe in forever?<br><span style="font-style: italic;">yup yup</span><br><br>31. What are your plans for the weekend?<br><span style="font-style: italic;">tennis and basketball</span><br><br>32. Do you say sorry first?<br><span style="font-style: italic;">if it's my fault.</span><br><br>33. Do you believe that married couples should still go out on a date?<br><span style="font-style: italic;">of course</span><br><br>34. Do you want to go out of the country?<br><span style="font-style: italic;">yeah, it would be nice to go on a vacation</span><br><br>35. For now, what is the one thing that you want so bad?<br><span style="font-style: italic;">my dissertation to be done with! <br><br>--------------------------<br><br><br></span> <!-- multiply:no_crosspost --><p class='multiply:no_crosspost'></p>barookiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14428601322976745443noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13197771.post-77047090651031808422008-08-06T18:32:00.000-04:002008-08-06T22:57:32.738-04:00One year at OMBToday, officially marks my one year working for <a href="http://nyc.gov/html/omb/home.html">NYC OMB</a>. I must say that it's been a great year. I've learned a lot from my work and it's been great being surrounded by very helpful and friendly co-workers. <br><br>Here are a few facts I've learned...<br><br>1. New York City has more debt except for the state of California.<br><br>2. New York Sanitation workers are called New York's Strongest. <br><br>3. NYC is the largest city in terms of population size, with more than 5 million next to the second largest city.<br><br>and much more. I would certainly recommend checking it out as a place for work. <br> <!-- multiply:no_crosspost --><p class='multiply:no_crosspost'></p>barookiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14428601322976745443noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13197771.post-67915840300360388382008-08-01T02:35:00.000-04:002008-08-03T18:42:16.768-04:00Happy Happy Birthday!I'd just like to greet everyone who are celebrating their birthday this month of August.<br><br>1 - leo v., bettina q.<br>2 - david e.<br>3 - tina h.<br>4 - audette v., pj p.<br>5 - chester p.<br>6 - mommy aida<br>8 - manang maria, kate n., dominic p., celine h.<br>11 - cheena t., lex t.<br>12 - karen t.<br>13 - mhir dls.<br>15 - joey l.<br>19 - elaine h., joyce s.<br>20 - romy r.<br>22 - carissa v.<br>24 - marthyn c.<br>25 - david c., cm d.<br>27 - mon b.<br>28 - cynthia u.<br>29 - rv m., aisa y.<br>31 - ray c.<br><br>God bless and may you all have a wonderful time celebrating this special day of yours. <br> <!-- multiply:no_crosspost --><p class='multiply:no_crosspost'></p>barookiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14428601322976745443noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13197771.post-52294445380629316262008-06-30T20:53:00.000-04:002008-07-03T22:03:10.125-04:00Happy Birthday July Celebrants...Sorry for this post being a bit delayed. Happy birthday to all those celebrating their birthdays this month. God bless and may you all have more blessings in the future.<br><br>1 - miguel q.<br>3 - tito ian k, camille v., paola d-m., tj o., giselle t.<br>4- marco s.<br>5 - gad g.<br>7 - jay e.<br>8 - pia d.<br>11 - armi c.<br>12 - tita marivic<br>16 - jonas d.r., owen h., pusoy l.<br>17 - lady c.<br>18 - abby a.<br>24 - me c.<br>28 - paolo a.<br>29 - ralph n.<br>31 - jonel h.<br><br>God bless! and again, if you know anyone's birthday that I might have missed, leave a reply indicating the date. <br> <!-- multiply:no_crosspost --><p class='multiply:no_crosspost'></p>barookiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14428601322976745443noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13197771.post-74055464022963818812008-06-14T20:58:00.000-04:002008-06-15T20:00:17.522-04:00Happy Father's Day...Happy Father's Day to Dad and Daddy!!! <br> <br> Thank you for all the support and sacrifices that you have made for us to be where we are today!<br> <br> We love you very much!!!<br><br><a href="/photos/hi-res/129/41"><span class="insertedphoto"><a href="/photos/hi-res/129/21"><img class="alignright" src="http://images.noelmnh.multiply.com/image/4/photos/129/300x300/21/IMG_0071.JPG?et=NWaILVPZ9T9enVrvm78TqA&nmid=93982868" border="0"></a></span></a><span class="insertedphoto"><a href="/photos/hi-res/129/41"><img class="alignleft" src="http://images.noelmnh.multiply.com/image/6/photos/129/300x300/41/IMG_2313.JPG?et=o4JgPhAqhrwpUS99pZjONA&nmid=93982868" border="0"></a></span><br><br> <!-- multiply:no_crosspost --><p class='multiply:no_crosspost'></p>barookiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14428601322976745443noreply@blogger.com0