Archive for August, 2007

Pull the Stuff

I found this sign inside the jeepney that’s Pasig Palengke to Ortigas route. I don’t know if the sign maker intentionally wrote it this way or just naive.
In translation it should be: Your Pull, My Stop
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Metro Manila Terror Update

A suspected bomber was just caught carrying explosives while inside the Super Ferry at the seaport of Cebu City last Friday August 24, 2007. The suspect is only 18 years of age.
According to the investigation the suspect came from Cotabato City and will be heading to Metro Manila. The suspect admitted to have been given [...]

Terror Watch

Everyone in Metro Manila is advised to be careful every time the Philippine government is in the offensive against the Islamic extremists such as the Abu Sayyaf. These terrorists would do “diversionary tactics” by planting bombs in places frequented by a number of people.
The possible targets by these terrorists are shopping malls, churches, restaurants, transport [...]

Makati Map

I found a good online map about Makati. It is developed by YellowASP, an outsourcing company located in the Makati Business District. Their website says little information about their company, but they sure created a good online map.
Click the image below to use the Makati map:

Myths about Metro Manila

I grew up in Mindanao and the Visayas, and heard varied commentaries of those who had been to Metro Manila. I believe like any other handed down stories, it may be correct, wrong and a mixed of both.
Food prices are expensive. Wrong.
There are still inexpensive fast food restaurants or carenderias. Usually they’re found close to [...]

Text Scam Messages to Avoid While You’re In Metro Manila or Just About Anywhere in the Philippines.

Indications of a text scam:
1. The sender’s number is 11 digits, a number from any Philippine telecom such as Globe, Smart, Touch Mobile, Talk and Text and Sun Mobile.
Example:
Globe: 09171234567
Smart: 09181234567
Telecoms when holding a promotion sends out using four digit number or even lesser.
Example:
Globe: 2307
2. The text message receiver is proclaimed a winner, though he [...]

Davao Tuna Grill at Shangri-la Plaza

My brother who works as a seaman abroad treated me to dinner. He is earning more than ten times than what I am earning. He was with his wife.
We met at Shangri-la Plaza in Ortigas Pasig City. Shangri-la Plaza is one of the best places to hang around in Metro Manila. You can shop if [...]

Kenny Rogers in SM Megamall

Kenny Rogers in SM Megamall in Mandaluyong Metro Manila.
Before my futsal scrimmage last August 5, I went to Kenny Rogers to eat my lunch around 12 noon.
I ordered Solo A1 Classic which costs 135 pesos. Solo A1 Classic consists of 1 piece chicken, 1 cup of rice, 1 double corn muffin, gravy and a side [...]

Manila Tips and Tricks to Watch out for

Beware of a trick by people usually ladies carrying a baby or tagging along a kid asking (with a well acted sad face) for money for their trip going home.
I first encountered this in Cebu. A 30 something lady with a little child and a young girl, they were decently dressed. They asked me if [...]

Too Many ChildrenS

I shot this while i was seated on the front seat of a jeepney in the area of Pasig City, Metro Manila. Taken on July 30, 2007.
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