While I would really want to have some sort of celebration for this blog yesterday, a contest perhaps or some giveaways, sadly I can’t. Since last week, we have been busy for Dad’s birthday party for Monday during our community prayer meeting where we distributed some packed dinner boxes, and last Wednesday, it was yet […]
While working on my laptop, my media player was turned on and playing random selections mostly from alternative/rock music bands. Dad heard one particular song (I think it was from Switchfoot) and he disapprovingly commented, “What sort of music is that?!” I just smiled and went on with my work. After all, whenever he plays […]
Disclaimer: This is not a book review. I chose The Zahir to borrow from among the many others displayed on my sister’s bookshelf. I thought I needed some company to keep me from boredom while waiting at the airport lounge for my trip going home. True enough, I had a lot of idle time before […]
On my first day in Finland, while we were on the bus to Pori from the Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, I immediately noticed the many Hesburger establishments along the way. “It’s yummy hamburger,” according to my 8-year old niece, who was my seatmate/guide that time. As my stay in Finland progressed, I noticed that there were more […]
It was a sunny Sunday and after the noontime Mass at the Church of Our Lady Victorious where the Infant Jesus of Prague is enshrined, we were just so hungry. So off we went to the Novy Smichov mall, and after passing by some restaurants at the upper level, we settled for Lebanese fast food. […]
Last Sunday, we were at the Vysehrad Castle which gave us a nice panoramic view of the city of Prague. I had fun trying to identify the famous landmarks – the St. Vitus Cathedral at the Prague castle and the TV Tower. There was also another interesting view right below us: Playing your favorite sport […]
If you see them along the way, stop by for few minutes and be entertained. I’m referring to the musicians and performers on the streets. They provide entertainment for free, though some donation on their drop box is very much welcome and your applause after every performance brings smile to their faces. Their presentation makes […]