Five Things I Want to Do Before I Get Old

Yes, am getting old but am not that old yet. At least, am not on the senior citizen category yet. However, I can already feel my cells slowing down even my body resistance is not the way it used to be. So, that's why am coming up with my sort of a bucket list of five things I want to do before I get old. Here they are:

1. Do the World Tour or at the very least, the Europe Tour. I almost did it two years ago but a family emergency made me cancel my Europe Tour reservations.

2. Scuba dive. The introductory dive lesson I had in Miniloc, Palawan years ago was just awesome. It was supposed to be 10-minute dive but because the instructor saw me really having a grand time, he extended the lesson to almost up to 30 minutes.

3. Sky dive. I know I might be screaming my tonsils out for this extreme activity but what the heck, I'll just do it anyway.

4. See a very good friend abroad.  Can't say more.

5. Have my own business. Reality is kicking in that I'm getting old and while I may have some retirement pay when I retire, I don't think it'll be enough last me through until my twilight years. Running my own profitable business will ensure that I won't be having financial difficulties during my senior years.

This post is part of the BC bloggers meme and the host is >ielenna.

Bargain Summer Getaways: Cheap Cyprus Holidays

Cyprus is definitely one of the most versatile holiday destinations in Europe. Whether you are looking for a cultured break away, a week of clubbing or a relaxing family retreat, find cheap holidays to Cyprus online for resorts to suit all holiday styles. 

Cheap Cyprus holidays offer year round sunshine. Although winter months are much cooler than the high heats of the summer, Cyprus has the best climate in the Mediterranean. Summer temperatures can reach highs of 35 degrees C. Although winter temperatures average 17-18 degrees C, you can expect them to hit up to 21 degrees with very little rainfall.

Culture lovers will be captivated by the city of Paphos. The 11 blue flag beaches in the region mean that days sightseeing can be complimented perfectly with lazy days by the twinkling shores. 

Romantic getaways and honeymoons can be aptly spent on the shores surrounding Aphrodite’s Rock. The sea stack in Paphos is said to be the birth place of the Greek Goddess of Love. Take a swim together around the landmark and be granted everlasting beauty. 

The harbour town is guarded by an old medieval fort, which lies within walking distance of the ancient mosaics of Kato Pafos. Once laid as floors for noblemen, the mosaics tell the tale of many Greek legends and mythologies.

The beaches and Aphrodite waterpark of Paphos make the region excellent for families, however Coral Bay, near to Limassol, is also an alternative option.  

Situated centrally south on the island, Coral Bay has superb sands and shallow waters which are ideal for smaller children. Nearby, Limassol’s Fasouri Water Mania Water Park has plenty of flumes, shoots and slides to keep children of all ages occupied. 

Party lovers are not forgotten on the island. The infamous clubbing scene of Ayia Napa is located on the east coast. 

Find cheap holidays online for the best deals on a range of budget Cyprus breaks.

Sunday Stealing#127

Today we ripped off a blogger named Hui Lin from the blog Conversations with an Imaginary Audience. It's 200 questions, so we will do it in parts. Lots of parts. She does not state where she got it from. But this is someone who could not come up a separate screen name and a blog name. But, it was probably stolen there as well. So, of course, that will be as far as we go. Tracing back our theft's thieves might take some time. Take the time to comment on other player's posts. It's a great way to make new friends! Link back to us at Sunday Stealing!


 

Sunday Stealing: The Imaginary Meme, Part Six

101. Name 4 things you always have with you. 

Cellphone, comb, ballpen and purse.

102. How many SERIOUS exes do you have?

One

103. What causes you to you admire people? 

Being kind, smart, hardworking and humble.

104. Do you like sports? 

Very much

105. Would you have sex after marriage? Why or why not? 

Err..is this a right question or are you asking about sex with other person other than the spouse?

106. What is your favorite male name? 

Michael

107. Do animals go to Heaven?

I think so and I'm looking forward to seeing our pets when my time comes.

108. Last time you had a great time with your dad?

Hm..we usually have good time together while watching TV when he was alive.

109. What is your favorite hair style? 

Short one

110. Do you like your name? 

I used to not like it but as I grew older, I got used to it.

111. When was the last time that you quit your job?

Like two or three years ago..thought seriously about it.

112. When you wake up, what is the first thing you think? 

 "Thank God it's another day."

113. Have you ever pulled an all-niter? 

What kind of all-niter is it, anyway..

114. What is the perfect day for you? 

Sunny, no problems...

115. Last time you cleaned the bathroom? 

Yesterday.

116. Have you ever failed a grade? Why? 

Yes, unfortunately. In college, am not good in Math and during that time, I had a lot of problems that it affected my studies.

117. Have you met anyone online?

Yes, I did.

118. Have you ever smoked? 

Tried once, didn't like it.

119. Do you like celebrities?

Like how..I like them because they entertain us. That's about it.

120. Do you like traveling? 

Very much so.

 

Sunday Stealing#126

Today we ripped off a blogger named Hui Lin from the blog Conversations with an Imaginary Audience. It's 200 questions, so we will do it in parts. Lots of parts. She does not state where she got it from. But this is someone who could not come up a separate screen name and a blog name. But, it was probably stolen there as well. So, of course, that will be as far as we go. Tracing back our theft's thieves might take some time. Take the time to comment on other player's posts. It's a great way to make new friends! Link back to us at Sunday Stealing!


 

Sunday Stealing: The Imaginary Meme, Part Five

81. What’s your favorite action movie? 

A lot. An all-time fave is the Chinese action movie, So Close.

82. Have (or are) you ever been involved someone much older than you? 

Yes.

83. Do you believe in lust at first sight? 

Yes.

84. Favorite type of venomous snake?

I can't say it's a fave. Cobra.

85. Do you drink alcohol?  

Nowadays, rarely.

86. If you wanted to talk to someone who'd lift your spirits, who'd you call?

A very good friend of mine.

87. What do you wear to feel sexy?

Sexy lingerie.

88. Do you like to learn?

Always.

89. Have you ever been hit on by someone who really overestimated their attractiveness?

Yes and it's so eeeeww.

90. Where did you last go on vacation?

Laguna, northern part of the Philippines. Visited the province's centuries-old churches.

91. Dallas (as in J.R. & Bobby) returns this week. What film or TV series would you loved to be resurrected? 

Charlie's Angels.

92. Explain your karma beliefs. 

What comes around, goes around.

93. When do you think that you have a hard life? 

During my younger years, from high school to college. 

94. Favorite comic strip? 

Pokwang.

95. Have you ever broken a heart?

Inadvertently, yes.

96. Should pot be legalized? 

Legalized but strictly regulated.

97. Have you ever gone skinny dipping with someone that you shouldn't have?

Nope.

98. What do you do when you're down?

Eat, shop, work out, take a walk, watch a movie.

99. Last time you were really angry?

Went angry to one of my  nieces. Can't understand her, she totally likes breaking the rules and not be sorry for it.

Cheese, coffee.

 

And Pacquiao Lost

Pacquiao could have retired from the brutal sport. But even if he started going into the politics, he stayed on in boxing garnering several awards and facing mighty opponents along the way. For several years, he seemed untouchable. Millions of dollars lined thick on his pockets but he continued with his quests. I could hear in my mind his mother's pleas to stop his boxing and concentrate on his other projects and political career. He continued training relentlessly almost ruthlessly.

This past Sunday, Bradley won over Pacquiao. A split decision. It was a shock and the entire nation howled their protests. Pacquiao himself was almost stoic. Sure, he is due for rematch again Bradley but the pride lost? Coach Roach is requesting for investigation. Like Mommy Dionesia said..I say, let's do the rematch! And knock him out good, Pacquiao!

Sunday Stealing#125

Today we ripped off a blogger named Hui Lin from the blog Conversations with an Imaginary Audience. It's 200 questions, so we will do it in parts. Lots of parts. She does not state where she got it from. But this is someone who could not come up a separate screen name and a blog name. But, it was probably stolen there as well. So, of course, that will be as far as we go. Tracing back our theft's thieves might take some time. Take the time to comment on other player's posts. It's a great way to make new friends! Link back to us at Sunday Stealing!


 

Sunday Stealing: The Imaginary Meme, Part Four

61. Ocean or pool?

I like both but I've had more chance to get to the ocean than the pool.

62. Fridays or Ruby Tuesdays? 

Ruby Tuesdays because I've had good memories of it.

63. Did you want to go to college? 

Very much so. For me, it was a ticket out of poverty.

64. What did you last time at a mall? 

Look for rubber shoes and bought some bottled water.

65. Which close friend have you known the longest? 

Hm..somebody from high school days.

66. Why do you like the music you do?

Because it's upbeat.

67. Do you read much?

I would love to but don't have much time for it.

 

68. Favorite country? 

My own, Philippines.

69. What is something you wish you were better at? 

Public speaking.

70. What’s your favorite album/CD? 

It used to be one of Madonna's album but nowadays I don't have a fave one. 

71. What's a good dinner order? 

Something with well-cooked veggies, fish and rice.

72. Planes or boats?

Planes. Boats bore and scare me both.

73. One rumor that’s been spread about you:

That I don't like boys which actually was not true. It was just I don't like particular boys like those airheads and bullies.

74. Who is your newest friend?

Our adopted kitty, Ampy.

75. Have you ever sat on a rooftop?

Yeah and the last time was when I waited for the lunar eclipse to happen and took photos of it.

76. Was your last text useful?

 I think so.

77. Favorite soda? 

Coke

78. Do you like yourself? 

Sometimes, sometimes I don't.

79. The worst weather: Hot or cold?

Cold.

80. Do you play an instrument? 

I used to play a bit of a guitar and flute but I doubt it if I still know how.

Banning The Overbooked Flights

Finally, the authorities are listening to the clamors, complaints of travelers. For a long time, overbooked flights have been the boon of the travelers. Imagine tensing up on a traffic jam, praying to all the saints, nibbling the fingernails while going through the usual inspection of baggages and then, while still trying to calm down the frayed nerves you would hear that you got bumped from the flight that you were trying to catch. A big bummer, huh! But it did happen to a lot of travelers and I heard it’s a SOP for the airlines especially the budget ones. Now, that the overbooked flights are being banned by the country’s aviation regulator, I hope these overbooked flights would be the thing of the past.

Tuesday Travels#39 Davao's David

It caused quite a furor when it was erected years ago. Conservatives wanted him covered decently while freedom of expression lobbyists lobbied for its original state wearing nothing but his birth suit. Also, several issues came out about its location but after a lot of hullabaloo, its owners won over and development around its area continued.

Nowadays, the statue of David located along the Times Beach of this city is a favorite hang-out among the locals.  It has become a sort of a must-see place too among the city's visitors.

 

Sunday Stealing#124

Today we ripped off a blogger named Hui Lin from the blog Conversations with an Imaginary Audience. It's 200 questions, so we will do it in parts. Lots of parts. She does not state where she got it from. But this is someone who could not come up a separate screen name and a blog name. But, it was probably stolen there as well. So, of course, that will be as far as we go. Tracing back our theft's thieves might take some time. Take the time to comment on other player's posts. It's a great way to make new friends! Link back to us at Sunday Stealing!

 Sunday Stealing: The Imaginary Meme, Part Three

 41. Growing up, who was the easier mark: Mom or Dad?  It's my mother.

42. What is the stupidest pet that you ever saw? Stupid is a harsh word for a pet.

43. Tell us about a band whose every CD is a “must have”. It used to be Black Eyed Peas.

44. Where you surprised when Jim Parsons came out? Who is he?

45. Have you ever shoplifted? Nope, to scared to do it.

 46. We currently have a person who plays both this meme and Saturday 9 who signs in to Mr. Linky every week. Yet, if you click on that link, you are told that only “members” can read the blog. Why do you think that person even bothers to sign in or for that matter, do the meme? (Don't misunderstand, we have no rules and we aren't angry. But it is damn peculiar, no?) Agree to that!

 47. Have you ever driven a Ferrari? I wish for a real one. I've played a matchbox Ferrari though.

 48. What do you call those little plastic things on the ends of shoelaces? Hrmmm...shoelace ends?

 49. Have you ever walked more than a mile? Oh yes, part of my workout regimen.

50. Do you believe in magic? I should and we should. If we couldn't, life could be boring and harsh.

 51. Have you ever been arrested? God forbid.

52. Have you ever skinny dipped? Yeah. Fun!

53. Explain what you think about hippies. Happy go lucky and kinda strange.

54. New York or California? Both, they have different charms.

55. Have you ever been dumped? Yes, it hurt like no other.

 56. What are you wearing right now? Pink sleeveless shirt and light green shorts.

57. John Edwards had a mistrial. How do you think he conducted himself after the verdict? I don't follow US politics.

58. Did you watch the series finale of House? There's already a finale? Hmmph..I haven't seen it yet.

59. You may need to go back a long way if you are old like Harriet. Who was the last person who asked you out? (Or that asked you out. Same dumb question either way.)   A friend.

60. Do you have any collections? I used to collect songbooks then went to collect keychains and magnets from places I've visited, mementos from my travels and lately, postcards.

Excited To Have Bourne Identity

Finally, it is going to be shown worldwide this coming August 3, 2012. I am quite excited about it especially that I’ve seen its movie trailer showing scenes from Manila streets such as that of EDSA, Sta. Ana area, Leveriza and those tight alleyways. Bourne Identity is helping bring Philippines to Hollywood and international attention. I am excited about it and am sure, a lot of our countrymen too. Not only will it bring to light a country differently (hopefully, positively) but it has also been a very good learning experience (as based on the interviews of Filipino actors, actresses and crews hired for the movie). A big bonus is that I’ve read and liked all the Bourne books and so far, the previous movie installments with Matt Damon as its lead actor did not disappoint. So far, I’ve liked what I’ve seen from Jeremy Renner’s previous acting assignments. Thus, waiting is long to have Bourne Identity this coming August.