Errands: Passport Renewal in DFA

Ongoing construction of New DFA

GummyBear:  I don't have any picture of the New DFA, so this is just from Google. :) Anyways, I was so excited for my passport renewal. Imagine, I still have the brown passport with my baby picture, way back when my family and I needed to go back here in the Philippines from Libya (my birth place). 

My appointment time was 10:30am, Nov 13, 2010. I got there just in time but the problem was my papers and all the requirements was with my boyfriend, Paulo (Butterfinger) and he was still on his way. I left it in his car the other day. Geez. According to guidelines, I should arrive there 30 minutes before the appointment time. Arggh, so stressed.

To make the story short, I was still able to catch the appointment because they had a cutoff upto 11:00 am. Even though your appointment time is 10 or 10:30 am you'll still be in time if you arrive not later than 11am. But I suggest to not rely on it because you'll be in a hurry. It is much better to go there without the sweat unlike me. *sigh* 

I was amazed of how the new system of the DFA works. It's definitely fast. After I showed my papers to the guard, I proceeded to the verification area, then next was inside the building where you'll be going to show your papers again, they'll punch your old passport and will give you a paper to be used in paying the fee which is in second floor. There was a line though, but so glad that it was not that long. I paid the fee and they gave me a number and my receipt. I sat down and waited for my number to be called for data encoding which included the picture taking. Geez, I forgot to put on light makeup. Anyways, simplicity is beauty (rationalization).*sigh*  I haven't experienced the old DFA system so I can't compare it. Anyways, I love the experience! Wee! I paid the express one so I'll get my new passport on Dec 1. Yey! 

Butterfinger stayed in his car which was parked in the nearby Petron because escorts were not allowed inside.

By the way, I did the Online Appointment, and you might also want to try the DFA Hotline            (02) 737-1000.

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Event: Sweet Surrender 1st Ever Dessert Expo 2010

Suger High Madness! As our nick names imply, we both love sweets and deserts! What better way to satisfy our cravings than a desert expo! Time to sink in some of the industry's best cakes, pastries, chocolates, and much much more! If you have a craving for the sweet stuff, this is where its at!

-Gummybear: Deserts O Deserts! This will definitely test our strength on whose going to be "certified sweet surrender". I can't stop imagining all the lineups of sweet little things with cutey designs. Oh, what joy this will be! Not just for us but also for our sweet tooth!

-Butterfinger: That's right!  You heard it right! A desert expo is on our way, Sweet Surrender! Indulge in a day of sweet treats and delectable munchies as Goodfellas Productions bring in the sugar high this November 13, 2010, Saturday, to be held at Sitio Elena Events Place (Ortigas Extension) 6pm onwards. And there will be an after party 12mn onwards. :)  

The regular price is P1200 pre-selling, or P1500 door charge, inclusive of buffet food, and drinks from Bardeli plus the wide selection of deserts. If you are a blogger and a photographer and want to get an invite for free, you may contact Stephanie So at 0917-518-5188 and thesweetsurrender.gfp@gmail.com. Just blog about it and email your name and link of the blog entry to her. Amazing! 

You can also visit Goodfellas wall in facebook, HERE...  

You may also join Boy Kuripot's contest..

By the way, attire for the event is semi-formal! :)

You wouldn't want to miss this great event! Time to let the cravings be satisfied!

Manila Ocean Park Musical Fountain

Cue the Starfish! Lights, Water, Action!

It has been more than 2 years since the grand opening of Manila Ocean Park,

the famed name across Asia as one of the premiere marine wildlife leisure parks.

We were lucky enough to visit it for the first time to watch the Musical Fountain

show, said to dazzle kids of all ages. 

We are kids at heart after all!

-Butterfinger

We are indeed! got lucky to have had that 50 pesos promo.

Dream come true! -GummyBear

We opted to avail of the great promo, register with them and watch the show for only 50Php! 

The show wasn't until 6PM so we went on ahead and explored the vicinity 
for a awhile. All I could say is that the park was big enough to accommodate 
at least 500 people, was not huge as compared to the Ocean Park of HongKong,
 but still was larger than I could have imagined. Also, there is a hotel inside 
the park itself, called the Hotel H20.
We went inside and asked for a brochure, but they were all out.
Here's their website if interested, as the hotel seemed high class.
http://www.hotelh2o.com/

Love the concept of the hotel. Such a catch! 
Got  the idea already about the rates? :)


Not lacking in food choices, there were lots of restaurants to choose from.
From the mass oriented Chowking, or if you decide to partake on different
Asian inspired cuisine, the Makansutra.
-Butterfinger
We wanted to try but we can't afford it. Too pricey.
 -Gummybear

After awhile, the line outside started to get crowded, meaning the show was
about to start. When we got to the bleachers, the staff gave us free 
raincoats in case strong winds blow the water towards us.

It was a thrill ride for both young and old, and all of us in middle, hehe..
I was actually surprised that we are now this close
 to water park entertainment as compared to 
Singapore and Hong Kong. The music is pretty catchy and the
lights were just spectacular! Singing and dancing marine life, 
what more could a chid want? I know I was very satisfied. 
-Butterfinger

The musical fountain got our young hearts. My sister told me that this show 

was based from Singapore. We're so lucky  to watch this undeniable entertaining show

in 50 bucks.Can you believe it? Uhuh, us either.

Aside from that, they were live actors in fat chef, starfish, prawn's costumes

who played for a definitely catchy story.

Sounds bombarded us with enthusiastic rhythm with no doubt 

made the show full of excitement. 

The children, who was on a field trip that day, wowed that much. 

-Gummybear

Events: Galleon Andalucia!

Another once in a lifetime experience.

We feel honored to witness this epic ship that played a huge part in our history.

I know, it's just a replica but a ship that really sails is a replica?!

Of course, we wanted to see it.

Even though, we waited for almost 6 hours. -Gummybear

Events: Surprise Gift & John Mayer Live in Manila

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"A simple little kind of free." -Perfectly Lonely by John Mayer


Watched John Mayer in a parking lot with Butterfinger, Ella, Tinay and klasmeyts was
just purely AMAZING.

Butterfinger found the best spot to have an overlooking view of the concert.