There comes a time in our lives when we chance upon someone so nice & beautiful.

Last day of the month. How lickety-split August went by. Buh-bye.


Today, I will share with you this zero cool feeling I have for someone. I didn't realize that I could still fall for a guy. Thought my heart had frosted. I was so wrong.


He came into my life without a hint. At first he was just nobody. But, he's that stick-to-itive. His situation's a hard nut to crack so I tried ignoring him. But, he's that unflagging. He knew what he wanted, and that's me.


It's a love affair you can call against all odds. He's already pinned and with obligation. This should've warded me off from feeling anything groovy for him. But, obviously, it did not. He's everything I've ever dreamed of in a person. My life had never been this colorful until that day I met him.


Who would've thought that we could get along? I didn't really like him at first. But, fate pulled us to each other. At that point when I was down and lonely, he brought smile on to my face. And since then I've always worn one.


Love was not really involved at first. Thought twas just that we're getting along quite well. Why not? We work together.


He's a happy person. Very positive and intelligent. Which is the very attitude I like the most in a guy. In fact, he has everything I've ever dreamed of for a lover. Except the looks. hehehe I was wishing for someone who looks like Keanu Reeves. Shhh


I dunno how else I can express how wonderful I feel right now just thinking of him. Every second spent with him is like a dream come true. I love the way he stares at me. The way he holds my hand. How he nuzzles his nose on to mine. The way he embraces me and how his scent lingers on even long after his gone.


I love that he's so eager to know about me as a person. How he makes me feel so important. I mean, yeah, every guy would make a girl feel that but, this is something else. It's just so hard to put into words. But it's wonderful. He sees through me like nobody else can.


Our love story is not something that everyone would accept. But, who cares? This is my life. Yes, I am an icon. Always being chased by paparazzi. It's part of my career. But we promised each other that we'll hold on no matter what.

I am so in love.

Well, we have a movie coming up so please support us. It's going to be released on the 15th of November this year. My love Jet Li's co-starred by Jason Statham.

No, don't believe the nasty rumors about Jet just using me to promote the film. And our love story is not just on cam. *wink* Come on now!

I owe this to the fans and I will never forget you so I want to accept this award on behalf of all of you.

Yipee! I finally was granted the privilege to post and flaunt this cute badge! Am so happy and I dunno how to thank everyone who voted for my blog to be the Filipino Blog of the Week. Maybe hugs and kisses will do? *shy*


Anyway, here it is.

Awww. Am so honored. It's like I won an Oscar. hehehe *big smile* Am the Filipino Blog of the Week for week 70. And am still hoping to get another badge.


Am wondering, though, if I was the 2nd placer for week 69. Wasn't able to check. And too bad I can't understand percentage (%). So, I completely have no idea. But, as far as I can remember, supporters were with me the entire voting duration for that week. Hmmm. Now, there's no way to know anymore. Or is there?


Would love to post that 2nd placer badge as well. Hehehe.


Anyway, am already a hall of famer so, better not be greedy anymore. See the badge on the right side bar? *grins*


Actually, am so speechless that's why I was already able to say a lot without even acknowledging the person behind this brilliant idea of featuring and celebrating Filipino bloggers that share interesting ideas and experiences to the world. (Were my ideas even interesting? Shhhh...they might take the award back. )


Well, he calls himself Talksmart. He's just so fascinated with my wittiness that he nominated my blog. Of course, this is stretching of the truth. hihihi I think he just stumbled upon My Green Room when it was still on a Scribe and read through. *whispers* It caused him several yawns, actually.


He finally decided to nominate it cause he understands the importance of sleep. Which is what my blog induces. See? Not only that he's composed (his blog's name is The Composed Gentleman), he's also appreciative. And not to mention, intelligent. (Hope he gets to read this so he'd consider nominating my blog again.) *winks*


Here's a lil something about Talksmart:

A professor. An Engineer. A Geospatial Analyst. A Remote Sensing Scientist involved in a NASA project. Book lover. Part-time writer. A proud Filipino in South Dakota, USA.

His blog, "The Composed Gentleman", is an academic blog so it's nothing like My Green Room. The blog talks so much sense and to add to that, it serves a very good purpose. So more than any other blog, it deserves a space in every blog on the Net. Applause to you Talksmart!


...and congratulations to me.


Note: Am so speechless.

Promise me you'll never forget me because if I thought you would I'd never leave.

Please don't leave me. I will be very lonely. *frowns*


You see, had been busy as a bee the past weeks. My schedule was so hectic that I couldn't even get forty winks. And it's the same reason why I wasn't able to post for a week. I just hope you won't leave.


Loyal readers, please stick with me. And yeah, I have to thank those who keep on visiting my blog even if it's taking me long to write a new entry. Hugs and kisses tya'all.


You know how it is to have no time for yourself? It's draining...backbreaking. I feel like I am deprived of everything. Hahaha... Drama! Just because I don't get to have a letup...hehehe


Anyway, yeah, am so so so occupied. Like I work 24/7. There are breaks in between of course. Am no slave, come on!


It's so hard to earn money these days. You'd have to take at least 3 jobs to be able to support yourself and save some for the rainy days. I should know.


What do I do and am this busy? Well, I work as a print and ramp model, performing artist, movie actress and a zoo keeper on the side.


You think that being a celeb is fab?! NO! You are so wrong. Call time's at 5 am. Yes! You read it right -- 5 am -- to think that am not a morning person. And then when I reach the set, I'd have to wait for my turn to shoot. I'd usually get lazy eyes waiting in one corner.


...Taping ends at 2 am the following day. *yawns*


...after the tape you think it's my chance to finally take my well deserved holiday? No. Because I still have to head to my next engagement. No matter how sore my feet already are, I still have to endure another day's activity -- ramp modeling.


Since, there was no time for me to rehearse with the rest of the models the previous day, I'd have to be at the venue earlier than the rest to learn the blocking and get myself familiarized with the runway. Or else... *pooshoog*


And because am such a sleepy head, (you already know the reason why. But of course I can't just tell everyone to..."excuse me for being a slugabed...I just came from a taping") so inattentive with even the simplest instructions, the runway coach hurls all kinds of curses at me. Know what? I can't get to mind anymore since am already somnabulating. What do they know? hahaha


Walking in a runway feels like walking on fluffy clouds when you're drowsy. Just don't ask me how I look like.


...and so the fashion show's over. But, my day is not. Need to run to my next commitment -- pictorial for a print ad. That's another 3-5 hours work.


After that, will head home to freshen up and rest for an hour. You can call me lucky if I can even stay for 30 minutes to watch my favorite program, "Myth Busters". Sometimes, I don't take a bath anymore. Often, I just sprinkle myself with strong perfume. Thanks Victoria, but it's not anymore a secret. *wink*


Then I'd have to skedaddle to another taping. *whew* FYI, I was doing three movies concurrently.


It's also a dream-come-true-turned-into-a-nightmare that I got a stint with Bamboo. A nightmare as I was not able to enjoy my time with him anyway. Was too drowsy to even realize he's beside me and singing with me. How could I have forgotten it's his show? Geesh.


Finally, I have to see Ellie. The Elephant in the movie, "Evan Almighty". I am its keeper. I do it part time. It's another tough job. But, we're friends now.


I have to thank everyone who watched, "A Love Story". It's now a box-office hit. Please continue to watch it until you memorize the entire script and even the blocking.


Take a look at my photos. Proof of my hard work.

Not a lot of people know that
there's a third woman in the movie.
Well, there is. *wink*

Me and Harry Potter promoting the flick.

Am also in Ratatouille.





Poster for a clothing fab line.





Folded and Hung Fashion Show





My new model friends with me on the runway.

Duet with Bamboo...




I take care of this Elephant.





Waiting to grab that cake. Fwahaha

What else am I doing here? Should be sleeping by now. Zzzzzzz

See yah next time. buh-bye.

I’m tired of all this nonsense about beauty being only skin-deep. That’s deep enough. What do you want — an adorable pancreas?

Whitening products are all over the market. Grr! When all I need is something that could help me clear my pimple scars. You see, I have very delicate skin. It seems very translucent that you can even see my veins. But, all I spot in groceries and supermarkets are various whitening products.

Have actually been using calamansi (sometimes spelled as Kalamansi) and I can guarantee you that it is one effective way to treat pimple breakouts and scars.

So, why am I looking for an alternative if I find calamansi effective? Well, am still looking for a more effective one that can promise an instantaneous effect. Y'know, something that will wipe out all my scars over night.

...to my dismay, all I see are hundreds of different whitening products. Yes, I know there is no other way to do it but to peel the outer layer of the skin. But, I already look like a moomoo (ghost) to even consider peeling my skin more. Grr!

My friends would tell me that many Filipinos desire to have whiter skin that's why whitening products are incredibly sought after merchandises. I wonder why. Don’t they know that lots of Americans would kill for a skin tone like that of Filipinos? They’d even bathe under the radiant heat of the sun just to achieve that look.

Oh well. Life’s like that. We always hanker for something we don’t have. Must be the influence of chi-novelas and korea-novelas. Hehe. Koreans have very smooth and fair skin. And yeah, I must agree that having lighter skin makes one more attractive.

But, that’s not what I need, though. I just wish that manufacturers would also create products exclusive for people like me who only needs to remove blotches.

Calamansi

Is there really no other way but to bleach? Calamansi also lightens, FYI. So, I wonder why won’t people desiring for a lighter skin tone just bathe with calamansi extracts in stead? It’s far less pricey. Plus, breakouts will be less common as well.

Another option for blotches or dark spots caused by pimple scars, which I also tried, is radish. Yes, it is as effective as calamansi.

Rub a small portion of radish on the problem area or obtain its sap and apply on your skin where lightening is needed. Leave for about a minute or two and then rinse. You will feel a tolerable sting, though. You need not wait for a minute once you start feeling the tingling sensation.

Very simple and practical way to treat zits and pimple scars, right? All can be found in the kitch. The only downside is that the effect doesn’t show as fast as you expect it to. Dunno, maybe it’s just with me. Hehe. Or did I expect too much?

Tomato is a good alternative, too. Same with radish, it can be rubbed on the skin and leave for a few minutes. There is also a tingling sensation once the skin absorbs the extract. Just rinse it well. It’s better to use lukewarm water for rinsing. After a few seconds, wet your face with cold water to close your pores.

You should feel your skin smooth and supple after doing any of the regimens I suggested. If you don’t, don’t blame me. But, it’s worth the try. So, try any of the three!

By, the way, you can also combine calamansi with evaporated or fresh milk.

For more tips, visit this site.

See, I know a few tips? So, why the heck am I putting up with the hassles of foraging each beauty soap shelf in the supermarkets?! Just impatience, what else?

Am scared of trying out just anything so should you have any suggestion, I will be glad to hear them.

Tea Tree Oil Foaming Facial Wash

Tea tree oil is also another option. It’s good for zits. However, it leaves pimple scars. I tried it before and I must say that pimples go away fast. But not the scars. I think it depends on the skin texture. So, it’s still worth the try. The one I used, I bought from The Body Shop.

So far, the most effective pimple fighting solution I have tried is Proactiv. It was suggested by my aunt. Now, it’s also in the Philippines. You can buy it at any Watson’s branch. It’s a bit costly, though, for the average buyers. Priced at almost 3,000 PhP. Correct me if am wrong.

Among the best seller pimple fighting treatment is Murad. Haven’t tried it yet but it’s on my list now. And yeah, the one Bryanboy promoted – Obagi.

Well, there are several more. You can go visit recognized derma clinics around like Belo. They can better give you suggestions. But, most of the time, they promote their own formulations. Me… am so scared of going to a dermatologist. So, not an option for me.

List of other well-known Derm Clinics in the country:

DermClinic
Calayans
Ysa Skin Care Center
Let’s Face It
Ellen’s Aesthetic Center

Now, here are a few of the top rated soaps for whitening you can find in the groceries and everywhere (actually):

Oil and Herbs Whitening Soap
Also available
Green Papaya and Orange Papaya

Likas Papaya

Placenta

Savona Kojic Soap

I do not have a price list so just do your own research.

Anyway, going back to the pimple scar problem, I believe the best there is in the market is Ponds Whitening Detox. It promises a week or two noticeable changes. Your pimple scar will be less visible in a matter of weeks. Still not good enough for me. Am expecting an overnight, right?! hehe. Shooting the moon.

Here's another one recommended by a few friends. It did work for them. And many local performing artists are using the product -- Amira. It's also a whitening something, of course. It's just so an 'in thing'.

Oh, and a lot of people believe that Glutathione really whitens skin. It's a misleading marketing scheme, people! It's more of an antioxidant, so don't get fooled. The whitening is just a side effect which may or may not occur. So, unless you need to detoxify yourself, do not waste money on this one for your whitening ambitions. You will just end up frustrated.


...and if you are going to buy one, do not buy the cheap ones or else you will get a rather bad side-effect. In stead of making your skin light, it might only make it dark or even worse, blotch. You will have spots.


The Gluta soaps...hmmm...can't tell yet. But, it could only be another fake.

Read here about Glutathione.


There are still countless beauty products available like whitening toners, bleaching creams... I dunno a lot so just add any suggestion if you have.


Just a tip, it's important to read labels. Do a lil research before heading to the store to buy whatever you need for your skin. It will save you time if you know exactly what you are looking for. You will also be able to spare yourself from spending for products that won't really help.



Finally, to achieve a healthy and glowing skin be sure to always get enough rest, drink plenty of water, exercise, do regular cleansing routine (twice a day) and have some time under the sun at least 10 minutes a day.

No problem is so formidable that you can't walk away from it.

We often hear people grumble about how hard it is to get a job. Most are already losing hope. Most of them come from the provinces. Some are even from the remotest areas trying their luck here in Manila. They have this notion that opportunities are here. What they do not know is that, although, bigger chances of opportunities are here, the very tight competition will impede them from getting close to their dreamed break.

(Needless to say, many companies, especially the big ones, prefer applicants coming from the most prestigious schools and universities in Manila.)

Poor people usually would point out how deprived they are of so many things, including a comfortable life. Those who live in the shanties beside creeks, I often hear them point fingers at the government as if it is the government’s obligation to feed them everyday and supply them all their daily needs.

How about those people who are working their asses off just to support their families and themselves? Are they not also the government’s responsibilities as citizens of the country? I hate it when impoverished people complain that way.

My view about this is that they (the indigent people) also have responsibilities to themselves. Like, for goodness sakes, when you go to slum areas, you will witness how indolent people are living there. All they do (almost) the whole day is to gossip about the latest showbiz happenings…about a neighbor living the next door…about nonsensical things that do not in any way help in earning them even a centavo.

You will also see adolescent men taking pleasure in drinking alcoholic beverages (gin or beer) in front of the stores almost everywhere even early in the morning! Who ever gave them the right to complain when they are the ones causing their misfortunes? Had they worked their way out of their present condition, they could’ve somehow elevated their status… which, later on, could stop them from whining and blaming the government for their state.

Lizzie would often reiterate to me that I should not always pity the needy. Yes, I understand his point. Poor people, they are poor partly because it’s their choice. Like, I know some poor people who were given the chance to study as scholars. Good will. But, they screwed up the chance. They let it go away.

Just a couple of months ago, I was to help a teenage girl to get a job. I was telling the mother that it would be better if she earn and save money so she won’t need to depend on anyone since it’s only her mother who’s working for the family. The mother only works as a house helper; earning only 2,500PhP a month. The girl still has two more siblings. Both are studying. One is in Elementary and one is in high school.

But, in stead of taking that advice / offer, she married a teenage boy who doesn’t have a decent job like her. Am just wondering who’s going to support them? What if she becomes pregnant?

… and they even prepared a good wedding reception last June. For crying out loud?! Where the *&^$ did they get the money to spend for that event? Just unimaginable.

Lemme emphasize that the mother is just getting 2,500PhP per month and two of her 3 children are studying. How much is the daily spending needs per family in a month?

According to a research, “for areas outside NCR, the daily cost of living was 662.93PhP”. This figure was the COL back in 2006. I wasn’t able to get the figure for this year.

So, 2,500PhP in a month is a very inadequate sum to support the needs of all the members of the family for the whole month. A family should actually get around 19,887PhP per month.

I am not against it. I mean, it’s their life, y’know. Why the heck should I care?! Yeah yeah, I know I sound so anti it. But, I really find it impractical, though. She’s just 17. And just imagine how many teenage girls and boys marrying at a very early age? What’s going to be the future for them and their children?

This situation is more prevalent in the provinces. People marry at a very young age. The earliest I heard of was 15. A few of them eloped. Eventually, the parents would just consent for an arranged marriage (is this even the right term?).

I find this really alarming. And, I actually believe that early marriage is one of the major causes of broken family or failed marriage. Why? Because they are still too young and they do not know the consequences of their actions. They still do not know what they want. And they do not understand that marriage entails responsibilities and obligations. Sooner or later, they will realize that this is not the person they want to be with for the rest of their lives. Eventually, they will just call it quits.

So impractical. So habitual. I dunno but as a concerned citizen, I think this problem should be solved firstly. I have heard so many situations where a young boy gets a young girl pregnant and the parents would resolve to arrange a marriage for them. Which, should not be the case.

Not that I do not value what everybody else is valuing. It’s just that a mistake should not be covered with another mistake. Marriage is not always the solution. Especially, not for kids.

I have blogged about limerence a couple of times before. I think it’s about time that we become practical with every decision we make before it’s too late.

I have also seen this documentary -- Reversal of Fortune (2005) -- about a homeless man who was given a $100,000 by a film director. The idea was to do a lil experiment, “what would a homeless man do with this huge amount of money?” It’s interesting, right?

I got interested because I have always been thinking of doing charity work. And I really wanted to know if giving them ( poor people) money to start a life over would truly help. Just as expected, the homeless man just blew the $100,000 off!

Of course, this is just one example. Who can tell with so much certainty that the others would do the same? Well, here in Manila, there was a lotto winner who won a lump-sum millions. If I remember it right, it’s 8 million PhP something. That was about a few years back. Now, the winner’s life hasn’t changed a bit. Still living in the same house and still living the indigent life.

How pathetic!

The money was spent for unnecessary luxuries -- rented a suite in a nice hotel, spent 20,000PhP cash everyday for whatever… -- they did not even think that no matter how big that money maybe, it could be gone in a flash.

Same thing with the other needy people who were able to climb up and reached a certain success but now are again living miserably. They screwed up. One example? Nah...won't drop names. She's a BIG star.

On a television documentary, I have learned that there are homeless families who have 13 members and up. There are couples who have 12 children and to think that they do not have a decent shelter. Plus they don't get to have a decent meal. They only get to eat once in a day. Just some 'pandesal' and a cup of coffee for all 13 of them. At night, they just find a waiting shed for them to stay.

Now, what is this ranting about? Just what am I trying to say?

Simple, before others can help you, you better help yourself first. You better understand that there are lots of opportunities for you no matter where you are and who you are. It’s just up to you to take it in or screw it up.

And for people like me who have visions of helping the needy, you better realize if the help you are giving will truly help. You have to understand when to help and who really needs help.

Anyway, for people who are determined to uplift their status, here’s a list of websites you can check for job opportunities.

Best Jobs
JobsDB
Learn For Good
Call Center Jobs
My Trabaho
Trabaho.Com
Manpower Philippines
Jobstreet

I don't mind being sexy and girlish and womanly...

Everyone wants to have an attractive body. I included. Especially, I will become one of the most coveted models of those popular glossy magazines in the country. (yeah, yeah…dream on!)

That’s why I am currently on a very strict diet. But, no matter how strict as I describe it to be, there is no way I will survive the day without nibbles. GRRR! I wish they will be banned here in the country. Waaaahhhh!!!

And really, dieting requires so much discipline. Not that I have little or none of it. Just that, whenever I see someone eating, I’d get enticed to grab a bite, too. I miss pizza, pasta and rice. Poor me. But, I have to remind myself that it paid off. Just look at my tummy. *enthusiastic smile* You will agree with me.

You might be asking how did I achieve that flat abdomen? No, I did not touch the picture. Honestly. No PhotoShop was used to make that effect. It’s authentic! Fwahahaha. (For a lack of better term.) Well, that was not really the result of the “strict dieting”. It was because of the 3 day extreme depression from April of this year.

No. I won’t talk about it anymore. Just find out for yourself. What? Should I spoon feed everything to you? Why not browse my blog and learn why? Hehehe Just a suggestion. Don’t be scared. I did not intend to frighten you. As if I can kill you if you choose not to, right? That’s just if you want to know. *wink*

So, obviously what I will blab about today is about ways to lose weight...Some, I have tried. Some I just read about it.

You know what is the best way to lose weight?

Starve yourself.

Yes, that is very effective…only it is unhealthy. bwahaha!!! It could kill (worst case, of course). Seriously, I tried starving myself in the past after gaining so much weight. In great desperation, I must say.

The only things I ate during those episodes of food deprivation were crackers. What made it tough for me was the feeling inside the stomach. Can anyone relate to what am saying? It feels warm as if something’s boiling inside. Then, Id hear my stomach growling loudly that the other person (and even the other person beside him) beside me can hear it. Hehe. That one.

Green Tea...nah-uh!
Defintely NOT for me!

…and yeah, I used to drink tea, too. But, how I hate the taste. Am not a lover of tea so forgive me if I said this. Not that am saying it tastes awful. To me, it is. Hehe. Sorry, am just being real honest. I tried putting some honey. I also don’t like honey. *sobs* It would take me 3 hours to drink a cup of tea, y’know. It’s like am being punished or something.

At the same time, I worked out, as well. I have this step exercise equipment. Used to be a loyal user of it. One sunny day, after deciding that I should start working out again, I took it off the old chest, which was in the basement. It was dusty and had lotsa cobwebs. This is an exaggeration, of course.

There are just so many ways to lose weight. Countless, actually. Tried a few and so far, everything worked. At least, for me, so don’t quote me saying that ‘any diet will work for everyone’. I think it also depends on one’s body type.

I found out about “Blood Type Diet”. Only a small percentage knows about this. Perhaps, those who are like me who never stop looking for a more effective way to lose the excess fats and maintain a well proportioned body have come across this type of diet plan.

Basically, it’s just choosing the right food for your blood type. Yes, you read it right. According to the author, there are certain foods that can’t be properly digested by some blood types. Say, I am a type A, I cannot properly digest rice and red meat such as pork and beef).

Want to know more? Check this website.

How can I forget about the more popular diet plans like South Beach and Atkins? They are all effective, I must say. It all depends on how well you follow through the plan. Takes a lot of discipline, determination and dedication.

Did you make the same mistake, too?

Sometimes, when I have this urge to eat, I just do Atkins. I eat small portions and then perform workout to burn calories. It’s very basic. I think, this is the best way to lose weight since, you won’t have to deprive yourself of your favorite foods. Anyone who agrees with me, raise your hand. *wink* But, of course, great discipline is involved. Just eat small portions and make sure to exercise.

The idea is to program your system to eat just enough food. In fact, during the first phase of this type of diet program, a participant is allowed to eat whatever he wishes to. But, of course, there is an equivalent workout to follow for every type of food consumed. Sounds good if you have spare time to waste away doing a physical activity.

Yeah, I almost forgot, it’s a low-carb diet. A participant should cut down on carbohydrates.

I am not promoting any diet program, ok? This is just to lay some options for you. You may or may not join any diet programs. There are reliable websites that can provide you information about different weight loss programs. If you get to understand the logic behind each, you can opt to do it on your own. But, you won’t have a nutritionist to guide you which foods to eat, though. Anyway, it’s not such a problem since, like what I said, everything’s on the net. Just GOOGLE it.

Another diet plan that promises remarkable result (they say, it should make you lose 10 pounds in a week) is the Cabbage Soup Diet. In 7 days, all that you will eat is …what else? …the Cabbage Soup! It’s a nightmare, though. But, if you are determined (like if you badly need to lose weight after having been offered to be the next month’s UNO Magazine’s model), then nothing can/should stop you. Actually, you may just opt to starve yourself eventually. If you ask me, the idea makes me nauseous.

I recently tried, Oatmeal diet. All I ate for a couple of weeks was oats! Of course, there were times when I added some things on it. Don’t ask what. Hehe But, the monotonous routine, of course, eventually driven me to pine for delectable treats.

Yes, it did help me lose weight significantly. *wink* Here’s a pretty good read to convince you.

Aside from the diet programs, there are exercise programs that can truly help you achieve the body you’ve always dreamed of. You need not be envious of those very skinny runway and magazine models, anymore.

Most of us (mostly girls) have problems with our abdomens. Flabby and ugly love handles! Disgusting! Some have lotsa stored fats around the thighs. Yuck! What an ugly sight, right?

Does this help increase your motivation?

Sadly, there is no exercise to specifically target certain areas like what I just mentioned. There is no better way but to dedicate oneself on regular cardio exercises. Some of the best cardio exercises include running, biking and swimming.

Interval training is also one good way to start giving your body a fresh new look. Of course, it will take time. It is not an instant result, come on! It takes patience and great motivation to attain that body you wish for. Set your expectations low because for some people, it takes really long to notice a positive outcome. Who knows, you’re one of them?!!! *devilish laugh* So, just keep on. *wink*

Interval training is a kind of workout practice involving intense exercise periods followed by low intensity periods. Basketball is a good example. (My favorite sport)

Try running really fast for about 2 minutes and then slow down. It’s better if you stop for a few minutes and then repeat the routine. It will surely help you burn calories and at the same time, increase your metabolism.

To learn the basics read here.

It’s also helpful if you do resistance workout and weight lifting.

Ok, I will share with you the best advice I can give… There are actually three things that you need to do to make sure you get rid of fats.

1. You have to change your eating habits and be watchful of your calorie intake. As much as possible, eat plenty of vegetables and fruits. Avoid those that are high in carbs, though.

2. You have to exercise regularly. Keep moving. Take at least 10 minutes of walking everyday. In stead of using the elevator, use the stairs. Especially, if you have time. Hahaha Good luck to those who have to climb the 20th floor!

3. You have to live a healthy lifestyle. Healthy lifestyle means, get enough sleep, avoid too much stress, quit smoking and drink occasionally (if you can’t really stop).

These are just basics. It is, of course, important to do your own research. Learn and don't be discouraged.

More reads:

EHow - How To Lose Weight

Net Doctor - How To Lose Weight The Healthy Way?

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Pornography is a satire on human pretensions.

Twas a lonely and dull night last Wednesday. There was nothing to do. My eyes were actually dropping but my mind was unwilling to sleep. Didn't get enough shuteye previous to that night, so, was kinda wondering how come I was wide-awake.

Unfortunately enough, the cable's not cooperating with me. There was nothing good to watch and I ended up watching local channels. As I scan the channels, I bumped into this "debate" show on GMA 7. Didn't get the title, though. I believe the topic was about pornography vs. art. (maybe it's not but it's what's being discussed when I ran into it.)

Of course, who could be the better guest but Asia Agcaoili? Kristine Reyes, younger sister of Ara Mina, was there with another sexy actress turned comedienne, Laureen Larazabal (correct me if I said her name wrong or misspelled it). That's it. I have nothing more to say.

JOKE.

There were sociologists, of course...and the hosts. hahaha Plus the studio audience.




Asia Agcaoili
I find this 'non-porno'.



Seriously now, the show was nothing edifying. Was expecting every guest to be pragmatic with their responses. Turned out that the sexy actresses won the debate without sweat (at least before I slumbered due to disappointment).

Asia was the most outspoken person in the show. Well, I think the question was very basic. "How can you differentiate pornography from art?"

None of the sociologist guests were able to clearly define the two. Which was kinda weird for me. One of them said that it's porno when the girl feels bad about what she's doing. Another point given was that it's porno when the photo's 'obscene'. Yet, the definition of obscene was not even clearly stated. booh.

The first thing that popped into my head when I heard the question was this,

"a photo can be categorized as porno when there's suggestive gestures and facial expressions".

It's as simple as that.

"Any pose that arouses sexual fantasies is considered porno".

Another thing is,

"which magazine is the photo intended for? FHM, which is short for For Him Magazine"

...tell me now what kind of mag is it?

Both FHM and Maxim are men's magazines. What the hell are men's magazine for?! Now, tell me whether it's porno or not.

FYI:

Pornography is defined as "any sexually explicit writing and/or picture intended to arouse sexual desire."

I think I have already given my point.

Am not really sure what's the topic about but this is what I had seen and it kinda frustrate me that none of the professionals were able to give a clear statement about the issue. It doesn't really matter what reasons those girls have for posing for those magazines, the question was ...are their photos considered porno?!

Who wouldn't want to celebrate the beauty of one's own body? ...and flaunt it. I do. But, well, posing for men's magazine is another story. For me, it's sort of a more 'decent' prostitution. Only because there's no physical contact. But, it's basically the same.

Am not against women posing for men's magazine, don't get me wrong. I respect their decisions and I am in no position to question their judgment and character. There really might be weightier reasons why they chose to.




Christine Reyes



...if I will be offered another of the similar opportunity, who knows I might grab it this time? I don't want people to judge me for my decision. And having said all these things, I clearly have shared with you my two cents thoughts on the issue. Well, not because people do what they do, means, they're for it. If I will ever pose for men's magazine, it's not that I decided to celebrate the beauty of my body like Kristine's argument. Nor because I was given no other alternative. Whatever my reason will be, I believe I don't owe anyone an explanation.

fwahahahaha I sound like so serious.

I have to quote what Kristine said. On the other hand, I can't/won't ...might get sued for defamation. Ok, she just said that in the future she wants her children to see how beautiful she was when she was younger. She won't be ashamed for taking that decision, ever.

Asia later added that folks have always been telling her (verbally) how beautiful their bodies were during their younger years blah blah...but it's all talks. No proof. At least, their photos will serve as their proofs for their stories. True, right? They can laminate their photos or preserve the mags. And voila! There's evidence.




Maureen Larrazabal



Am swaying from the reason why am ranting. Ok...will maneuver back to it.

I just couldn't understand why those professionals weren't able to say the obvious facts. It's as simple as this. They posed for a men's mag. Ok, there's still distinction between a men's and a porno mag. Ok, ok. Well, browse those men's mag and check if the above definition for "pornography" is not incorporated in each men's mags' contents.

Let's be realistic now. There's no point being defensive. I think porn mags are just an exaggerated pieces showing rather excessively indecent photos and articles. But, both cause sexual arousal.

Come on now, guys! Admit it.

Contemporary dictionaries give a very different definition: today pornography is considered ‘obscene material whose intention is to provoke sexual arousal’.

- Excerpt from Oxford University

Now, another question arises. How is "obscene" defined?

Here's what I found from the net:

1. Offensive to accepted standards of decency or modesty.
2. Inciting lustful feelings; lewd.

* Taken from The American Heritage Dictionary

And here's another one:

The Supreme Court has established that, to be obscene, material must meet a three-pronged test:

* An average person, applying contemporary community standards, must find that the material, as a whole, appeals to the prurient interest;
* The material must depict or describe, in a patently offensive way, sexual conduct specifically defined by applicable law; and
* The material, taken as a whole, must lack serious literary, artistic, political, or scientific value.

Well, I have given my opinion. Maybe, it's up to you now how you view it.

If I will pose for a men's magazine, what will you think of me? Will you stare at me with so much lust while imagining me on the centerfold? Will you just appreciate my body's beauty without malice? Without getting aroused?

Just answer truthfully. Come on!

hahaha

Anyway, share what you think. The blog entry doesn't end with my opinion. *wink* Share your thoughts.

How can you tell pornography from art?

Standing on the sidelines, waving and grinning.

Dumped: (adj.) throw something out as unwanted: to get rid of something that is unwanted, especially by taking it and leaving it somewhere.

Synonyms: discarded, forsaken, derelict, vacant, neglected, cast off, empty

~ My Green Room ~ is still one of the featured blogs at BlogDumps and nothing's changed, am still happy and bouncing around. What's the drama up there, then?

Well, I signed up on Blog Catalog about two days ago. Just less than 5 minutes ago, I received an email telling me that my blog submission was...




*ouch*


What is wrong with my blog?!!! *frantic mode*

So, I went on to check. It's unbelievable! How could this happen to me and my blog?! I am so devastated.

Hmmm...I would understand if they declined it for my choice of words, or because my ideas are "BS". I will wholeheartedly accept that. But, NO. They have other reasons.

Seeing this as the subject of the email...

BlogCatalog - Submission Declined: ~ My Green Room ~

My heart was torn into pieces. *faints*

Any idea, what their reason is? Check the image below.




Yes! It is a gigantic mistake! *frustrated*



Yes. After a year of blogging, I never knew there was even a single pornographic material some where around here. * looks around* Maybe, posting my yellowish, round face is already a porno. Is it? *sobs*

...Or is it my flat tummy?!

Anyway, life's like that. *showing a fake smile* (Victor, am following your advice.) *Smiling forcefully* (Just imagine how I look like)

Am I funny or what? As if, it's such a big loss, right?! fwahahaha

As I was writing typing this, Blog Catalog sent me another email. This time, informing me that my blog's already approved. Were they trying to dupe me? *scratches head*

There's no more to blog about, then. Problem solved. blah blah blah

Thanks, Blog Catalog, for approving my blog submission. I have another widget to add to my already cluttered page. Just bear with me loyal readers. Am such a collector. *wink*

And yeah, before I forget, there might be a time when you check my blog and, in stead, you're directed to an unfamiliar blog. Don't worry. It's my blog ...with a totally different outfit.

Yes, I am changing its look. So, don't get tired of visiting my blog. You've seen its birth, you've seen it blossom (with so many chicklets and widgets), support it all the way. *big smile*


Note: Nonsense, I know. But, hey! It's 1st of August. At least, I have a blog entry first day of the month. *wink*