- 00:01:51: @cocotteloup i'm well...hoping you will be, too, and soon!
- 00:02:45: @IvyBean104 hallo, Ms. Ivy! i'm well, but sad to say many of my countrymen are not. much flooding in the Philippines after major storm.
- 00:06:44: RT @juliusbabao: RT @gccbasa: you can drop donations tomorrow at St. Paul Manila in Pedro Gil Malate, Manila starting 8:30 am
- 00:07:33: RT @mitzvf: http://twitpic.com/jhvyw - Human chain @ Phil. Red Cross, Rizal HQ. Still need volunteers, help if U can.. #philippines #Ondoy
- 02:46:32: [Blog Post] Twitter MicroBlog - 00:02 Definitely Filipino | Facebook ow.ly/rhxR (bad case of foot-in-mouth disease,... http://ow.ly/15RC6p
- 10:07:09: @joneilnyc Makati City escaped the worst of it, so I'm ok. Marikina, Malabon, Navotas worst hit. But yay bayanihan spirit! :)
- 10:09:55: trying out Brizzly (http://brizzly.com). i may use this to read tweets and Hootlet to post (to leverage ping.fm function)
- 10:12:53: RT @delamarRX931: ABS-CBN needs volunteeers. 924-41-01 loc 2063.
- 10:16:47: RT @KevinCNN: Our phenomenal Jenny Harrison has just marked the 10 year point with CNN International Weather. Send her congrats @jennycnn
- 10:17:50: @jennyCNN a decade with CNNi Weather! It's been fun watching you through the years, and hope to see you for more weather updates! Congrats!
- 10:20:00: RT @SayChiz: For those based in Belgium contact Shiera Catalan at +32485328811 to donate goods for typhoon relief
- 10:23:40: @DanielleCNN re grasshopper on windshield: Awww. But yes, I do agree, that certainly isn't the place for the wee critter!
- 10:35:31: RT @tjmanotoc @ANCALERTS: BREAKING: Education Sec. Jesli Lapus says classes in ELEM & HS NCR will still be suspended on Wed, Sept. 30
- 10:36:56: working out how to make best use of brizzly and hootlet twitter clients. doing laundry while sun is still out, and soon a bath. busy tuesday
- 10:40:57: credit card bill arrived, so satisfying to see a Total Amount Due of NIL. next year, may get something on installment. :)
- 10:41:43: off to shower. will be in silent running mode till i catch up with offline activities.
- 14:43:07: [Blog Post] Because all life deserves a chance - A rescue kitty facing a choice: amputation or euthanasia. See if y... http://ow.ly/15RKBs
- 16:21:06: popping out of radio silence to announce that i have finally made it through my LJ Inbox and all its related tabs. also: things arrived.
- 17:09:42: @JennyCNN be around for a long while longer yet, Ms. Jenny - or I assure you there will be wails of dismay from my corner of the world! :)
- 17:11:30: RT @ANCALERTS: NTC:Beware of people claiming they are relatives of Ondoy victims and will solicit e-cash (i.e. load).
- 17:11:53: RT @tjmanotoc: RT @maymaybalatayo: guys,GK is accepting cash and kind donations.Drop Off cntr:RFM Pioneer Gym
- 17:13:05: just applied antihistamine cream to hubby's back. don't know what he ate, but he broke out in hives or similar-looking. lucky we have meds!
- 17:15:01: RT @gma7news: NTC warns all cell phone users against syndicates/scammers posing as Ondoy victims. Give only through credible organizations.
- 17:17:28: RT @jimparedes: RT @criseflores: volunteer doctors and nurses pls proceed to PNRC Shaw Blvd. nr Kapitolyo Rotonda Mandaluyong City tom 10am
- 17:17:54: RT @jimparedes: RT @criseflores: ...to be deployed to different areas that need medical assistance.
- 17:20:33: RT @gma7news: Classes suspended until Friday (preschool, elem & HS) in MM, Cainta, Cavite, Sta. Rosa, Famy, Calamba & Mabitac in Laguna.
- 17:22:18: @TroyBarrett it's marvelous, how our community spirit is getting people going. many volunteer centers have more people than donations atm
- 17:23:57: @WoodsonHawk recovery has got the citizenry out in droves, keeping an eye on govt (non)response as well as helping out. so far, so good. :)
- 17:24:50: RT @ANCALERTS: Surfers w/ or w/o boards, we need your help assisting the stranded Ondoy victims. Also coordinate with Lui (0927-8947232)
- 17:25:16: RT @mlq3: @maramanzano: Jose Rizal University in Mandaluyong open to receive donations for victims of Ondoy..they will help in distribution
- 17:25:45: RT @mlq3: Philippine Dragonboat team brought 4 boats to Marikina. Today, they moved boats to Pasig to continue. (WIN!)
- 17:26:59: @Lauratheexpat re Facebook poll on Obama: WTH? Isn't there a law against making statements like that, free speech be damned? He's the Prez!
- 17:28:09: RT @mlq3: RT @carambs: Fully Booked Boni High Street is now a drop-off point for any donations for the victims of Typhoon Ondoy.
- 17:29:39: sad to see tweets reminding folks not to go off half-cocked re (non)action of various entities; tweets warning about scams. AUGH
- 17:31:02: @bobreyes re lack of SSS Calamity Fund: WTH? someone's got some 'splaining to do, and fast! how could they not have such a fund?
- 17:38:32: RT @mlq3: @jimparedes Red Cross can dispatch, or call Dr. Victor Gisbert at 0917-8922807/Dr. Johnny Sinon at 0917-5261345 (MMC/CardSantos)
- 17:40:49: RT @mlq3/RicoHizon: In Singapore, relief goods drop Afreight Cargo, 03-09 Lucky Plaza, Orchard Rd.; see Ms.Schepers 6235-1011/9111-7855. #fb
- 17:41:28: RT @mlq3/@EnderunCD LATEST FR ENDERUN'S KITCHEN! Fed Today: 1,700 Current rate: 50 meals in 3 minutes. KEEP THE DONATIONS COMING! PLS. RT.
- 17:42:00: RT @mlq3: RT @staticnoise84 if any relief center needs transport of goods.M35 Trucks- Joyce Urieta 09175124164,Air Force Volunteer
- 17:42:54: break from retweeting to have dinner. back in a little bit.
- 17:43:01: RT @gma7news: CHED: No classes (College Level) until Saturday in NCR, Region 4a & 4b, Pampanga, Bulacan and Zambales.
- 19:04:10: dinner break segued into quick trip to local drugstore to buy anti-allergy meds for hubby. all well now. :)
- 19:06:32: @Lauratheexpat true, hard to call who are cranks and who are serious, and limited resources. hindsight is always 20/20 as it's said.
- 19:07:23: @yazmanian_devil hi! i'm fine. my area wasn't as badly hit as those seen on the news. community spirit has everyone on the move to help
- 19:08:27: @WoodsonHawk pfft. the less said about govt (non)actions the better. most folks are focusing on helping those who need it, now.
- 19:09:38: hubby saw Dan Rivers reporting on the floods before we had dinner. what a way to visit the Philippines.
- 19:10:43: @bryanboy may you have a wonderful time while you're in the City of Lights! :)
- 19:12:10: RT @SayChiz: RT: @tinsiazon La Salle Green Hills needs WATER and CANNED GOODS #ondoy #fb
- 19:13:21: RT @SayChiz @ajisantiago Please send foodstuff to 1100 Campus AvenueMcKinley Hill, Fort Bonifacio. Running out of food to cook. #ondoy #fb
- 19:16:57: RT @SayChiz: RT: UST donations 4 Ondoy victims @ the TANYANKEE bldg, DAPITAN GATE for questions call 4011611 loc 8322. #ondoy #fb
- 19:17:33: RT @mlq3: RT @giboteodoro: For concerns regarding relief goods distribution contact NDCC 9122665, DSWD NCR Region 7348622
- 19:18:43: RT @mlq3 @tonyocruz: NYC/NJ: Sinugba Cafe 561 Westside Ave./Casa Victoria 691 Newark Ave, both in Jersey City accept donations 4 Ondoy
- 19:19:21: RT @mlq3: TIP-QC students who want to help, contact LEAH 09183822725, MECA 0908612217,NELSON 09084733842 and KENNETH 09287575652
- 19:21:49: RT @mlq3/@JimAyson/@NBN_Ch4: Canadian Red Cross accepting donations to help relief efforts at www.redcross.ca or call 1-800-418-1111 #fb
- 19:34:48: RT @mlq3: RT @miriamq: QATAR OFWs: MEET NOLI PEREZ DQ RAMADA PARKING 6:30 TODAY FOR ONDOY DONATIONS, CALL HIM 5642942.
- 19:36:11: RT @carlosceldran Makati >Angel Brigade needs you NOW to sort & load bags 6-10pm. Former Icon showroom in front of Pacific Plaza, Fort Boni.
- 19:39:22: RT @mlq3 @tonyocruz: Kowloon, HK: Donations 4 Ondoy victims at Bethune House, 2 Jordan Rd. 2721-3119/2723-7536 [UNIFIL/Sagip Migrante]
- 19:39:46: RT @mlq3: Please consider donating can openers to relief/aid collection centers.
- 19:40:20: RT @SayChiz: @lew0122 Calling all MEDICAL HEALTH PROFESSIONALS who can go to Karangalan Village, Cainta, Rizal. Call 631-1212! #ondoy #fb
- 19:40:56: RT @SayChiz: @emangili pls address need of clean portable toilets in the evacuation centers for proper sanitation in those areas. #ondoy #fb
- 19:41:48: RT @SayChiz: RT:OFW in UAE Pls get in touch with Pres. Jo (050-7456452 josepha@perceptgulffz.com) for Lingap Kapwa-Ondoy victims #ondoy #fb
- 19:49:22: @richardquest not a bad picture...a bit of the deer-in-headlights look, but not a bad picture at all! :)
- 19:51:39: @tyrabanks thanks for highlighting plight of flood victims in the Phils! Rock on, Ms. Tyra! :)
- 19:54:12: If you have had to revise upcoming travel plans, there may sti... More for Capricorn http://bit.ly/mrA9a
- 20:29:30: @richardquest *grin* you are rocking that flight with that tie, no denying it. :)
- 20:33:36: @octavianasrCNN whoa! 20yrs delivering great news and insights! Congratulations and we look forward to seeing where the journey takes us! :)
- 20:35:36: @Lauratheexpat yup, excited just about sums it up. he looks really enthusiastic in his pics.
- 20:49:08: @javashri well, "deer-in-headlights" was my first impression of that first pic he posted...*grin*
- 21:04:02: yay! Clean House is back on! :)
- 21:19:29: @AtiaAbawi there's something about smiling school kids that warms the heart, and makes one want to guarantee them the best future possible.
- 21:19:57: @juliusbabao "humor even in the worst" - truer words were never spoken!
- 21:20:42: @zuzufalta doing ok here! :) watching my favorite TV show, Clean House (about decluttering messy homes)
- 21:30:10: @zuzufalta not CNN. Clean House is on a local cable channel. it's all about cleaning out messy homes. :)
- 21:44:04: @Lauratheexpat i love home makeover shows. the transformations are awesome - and inspiring! :)
- 21:49:31: RT @gma_news_tv: [via GMA News] Globe to restore mobile coverage Tuesday night: Cellular operator Globe Tele.. http://bit.ly/3D1T9 #NEWS
- 22:20:36: RT Raise the Roof:A Benefit Concert for the Victims of Ondoy. From MYX, NU 107 and Megatent Volunteers.Oct1,Megatent#30 Meralco Ave. Ortigas
- 22:21:14: RT Raise the Roof Concert entrance: P100 or a survival pack containing water, 2 canned goods, 2 noodles and biscuits.Call 9853690/3879484
- 22:21:42: retweeting can test a person's editing skills, no two ways about it. *nods*
- 22:55:07: will be signing off early - need to get an early start tomorrow, Dad has to have fasting blood sugar extraction. no breakfast for anyone!
- 23:44:39: Just changed my twitter background, check it out! Found it at http://www.TwitterBackgrounds.com
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Am pleased to reassure everyone that my area of the Philippines was not numbered among the worst-hit areas of the recent flooding reports that you may have seen on the TV news. Me and mine are safe; Ramon and I did our share in terms of donating old clothes for the flood victims. Our closets and drawers are happier for the decluttering, and we are content that the stuff will serve a good cause.
So far, it's been one of those days where no sooner do I sit down than I need to stand up. This, combined with PMS, is not making for a clear-headed person. Am working my way though things one at a time, and the list of the morning's accomplishments is making me feel better:
**the sun has come out, so the parents' laundry has been run through the machine and is now drying on the lines
**the termite control company called; contract renewal form has been faxed, signed, and faxed back; check prepared and ready for pick-up
**Technical House has a check they're supposed to pick-up. Must remember to call them.
**checked e-mail and Twitter; trying out a new client called Brizzly
**finished editing contacts display on the LG Cookie (I love this phone. Next time I'll get the Arena.)
Not bad for half a day's work, eh? Now...I have another phone call or two to make. Tomorrow's plans include Dad's visit to Makati Med for his pre-checkup blood extraction and a trip to the grocery, just in case that new weather disturbance *does* (Lord have mercy) decide to move across the Philippines by the end of the week. Still too early to tell, so...best to be prepared. Also, a visit to the Sony service center to check out that 46" LCD Bravia that we're being offered as a trade-in unit at Php 83K. It's been on display for a week, hence the drop in price from the usual Php 163K that I saw at the SM Makati Appliance Center. Looking forward to checking it out - have slotted the service center visit between Dad's Makati Med visit and the grocery trip.
In other news, my cold has gone. This is a good thing.
- 00:02:45: Definitely Filipino | Facebook http://ow.ly/rhxR (bad case of foot-in-mouth disease, via @juliusbabao)
- 00:06:30: @mitzvf high and dry, thank God! got groceries today. may do another trip on Wed, more bad weather incoming, accdg to forecasts. :(
- 00:07:44: No rich, no poor for Ondoy’s onslaught - INQUIRER.net, Philippine News for Filipinos http://ow.ly/rhA3 (every bit of help, HELPS!)
- 00:08:12: RT @jiggycruz: Balay Expo is in Araneta Center along EDSA (Northbound) cor McArthur. It's right across Samson College of Sci and Tech.
- 00:08:26: RT @jiggycruz: list of missing people, Pls RT http://bit.ly/141ETD
- 00:13:42: @mitzvf mismo. i saw a weather map, showed *two* TDs. first hits (God forbid) in 3 days. 2nd is right behind. Time to get prayer power going
- 00:20:05: @mikeantwerp congratulations on your party's decisive win! :)
- 00:23:07: signing off Twitter now. hopefully tomorrow another dry day for waterlogged city. praying that incoming weather disturbances change course.
- 00:30:32: @goursote so far, so good, Ms. Barb! my family is safe and dry, at least. getting house checked before new rains come in. off to bed now!
- 00:31:43: RT @mlq3: RT @ninaterol: TO ANYONE WHO WANTS TO DONATE THROUGH PAYPAL, HERE IS THE LINK: http://bit.ly/27ZQVB. PLS RT!
- 02:43:05: [Blog Post] Twitter MicroBlog - 00:00 RT @carlosceldran: Situation Map: bit.ly/xvczt (Metro Manila and environs) # ... http://ow.ly/15Rqun
- 05:35:45: seen on FB: "floods are man-made, rains are natural" -> so does that mean you can be totally without shreds of sympathy for victims? pfui.
- 05:37:19: @dezbee2008 I'm high and dry. :) In fact, am taking my Ma out on a spa date to get her mind off the weather, she's going stir crazy a bit.
- 08:18:30: @DayNightTrader isn't Kristie on-air now? I just saw a tweet that says she's interviewing the LG head or something?
- 09:55:38: blue skies over makati. Hope it lasts! -Update via SMS for FREE using http://isip.ph
- 19:48:44: It's all about getting ahead in the most gracious way possible... More for Capricorn http://bit.ly/mrA9a
- 21:35:08: signing on again from damp (as opposed to waterlogged) Makati City. :) will be answering replies in a few minutes. :)
- 21:35:58: @dezbee2008 hallo! Ma had a blast at the spa - just what she needed after being cooped up at home all through the rainy weather. :)
- 21:36:40: @yutomama0307 konbanwa, yachiyo-san! blue skies alternated with clouds/rain today. BUT! there was sunshine this afternoon! *happy*
- 21:37:27: @WoodsonHawk yes, things are easing up. new weather pictures don't look *too* bad. now there's mud everywhere in badly-affected areas.
- 21:38:55: @goursote hi, Ms. Barb! i'm safe and dry; worst-hit areas all muddy now floods have gone down. hope your internet stays ok. :)
- 21:39:53: @zuzufalta yes, sweetie, all is well for me and my family. in fact, had a spa date with my mama this morning. there was sunshine this PM!
- 21:40:40: @dezbee2008 you said it. *grin* i also treated Ma to lunch at the hotel coffee shop after. buffet was YUM.
- 21:42:44: @clancycnn he should be in jail. good grief, he skipped out of the US to avoid the sentence; he should serve time some how!
- 21:45:47: @dezbee2008 certainly was! *grin*
- 21:49:29: RT @RicoHizon: To all Pinoys in Singapore, to help our kababayans impacted by the floods, the drop off point... http://ow.ly/roZP
- 21:53:21: RT @momtintinbabao: RT @guts0n: list of missing people/found http://ow.ly/rp4Y
- 22:01:19: RT @momtintinbabao/@iamsuperbianca:donors of money, pls b vigilant, sadly there are scams. most trusted sites=schools or media networks.
- 22:03:09: RT @MariRamos: Tropical Depression 19 still very far away fr #Philippines. It MAY get close nr end of the week. Right now too early to say
- 22:04:14: @zuzufalta will do. right now am praying that new weather disturbance will not decide to visit us...still too far away to tell, though.
- 22:06:00: RT @JimAyson: RT @joeyalarilla: R.I.P., David Fernando. Smart co-founder killed in wall collapse http://ow.ly/rpfF
- 22:09:07: @octavianasrCNN me and mine are safe and well, thank you! :) family is making up donation kit of clothes, necessaries for flood victims.
- 22:09:33: @zuzufalta happy napping, sweetie! :)
- 22:12:07: RT @jiggycruz: Assumption Antipolo - Accepting donations!!! Many of the students affected by the typhoon.
- 22:14:27: RT @juliusbabao: @starryarry: Vista Real Classica 1 phase3 needs water and manpower in getting the mud out....
- 22:16:14: RT @momtintinbabao: Red Cross Shaw has run out of donations. Nothing to repackage. For donations/pick-up, text 0917 5370265, Pls. pass
- 22:19:29: RT @momtintinbabao: if u know of a caterer who can make a decent , filling hotmeal for less than 50php/pax, do let me knw.
- 22:23:54: RT @ANCALERTS @makieduardo @singkit @gangbadoy: HONDA & NISSAN OFFERS FREE TOWING! 09228504452 -09224452242 -09228997959 Pls RT
- 22:25:20: Chronology of one of RP’s worst storms | ABS-CBN News Online Beta http://ow.ly/rpwo
- 22:25:43: ‘Ondoy’ damage on schools reach P73M - DepEd - INQUIRER.net http://ow.ly/rpwx
- 22:29:30: @joneilnyc @joneskay expect to see a lot of tweets from the Phils re getting the word out about help for flood victims...
- 22:33:11: RT @momtintinbabao: this is the REAL SAGIP KAPAMILYA acct: BDO #5630020111 abscbn foundation. pls retweet thanks . (tatlong 1 sa dulo ha)
- 22:34:32: RT @jiggycruz @caie28 ofc of vice mayor Eric Martinez collecting donations for ondoy victims. 3rd flr convention ctr VALENZUELA CITY 9AM-5PM
- 22:35:21: RT @ANCALERTS @anthonyrbls thr will B a donation drive 2m from 10am-9pm @ #49 Don Manuel St., SMH, QC. pls drop by
- 22:42:01: RT @jiggycruz: RT @martinladores Megatent Pasig (beside Renaissance Condo along Meralco Ave.) now a relief hub!
- 22:44:23: RT @jiggycruz: RT @tinsiazon Brgy Calumpang Mrkna (near SM Marikina) stl has no water,fud,electricity. NO RELIEF GOODS yet!
- 22:44:41: RT @jiggycruz: I'm getting tweets that Provident is still being invaded by robbers. SECURITY PLEASE HELP!!! :(
- 22:45:54: re looters at Provident: makes me wish we had an equivalent of the US National Guard...unless they're all spread too thin.
- 22:54:23: @kenshinasuka maybe. so far, community spirit is carrying the day forward. authorities caught totally flat-footed for this.
- 22:55:42: @BackStory hi, Ms. Sho! saying hello from a drying-out Makati City. weekend full of Rs=rain, rescue, relief from floods! myself am safe, tho
- 22:56:27: RT @mlq3: Katipunan ng mga Magulang ng mga Batang May Kapansanan needs food and clothes. 09178664789 - Jean Gonzales.
- 22:56:55: RT @jimparedes: RT @sweetums1614: Singapore dropoff for relief goods @ airfreight lucky plaza #03-09. call 62351011, open up to 7pm.
- 22:57:44: @anthonyrbls you're welcome! :)
- 23:00:25: @BackStory I know, Atlanta was caught by surprise, I think, just like we were...only we had LOTS more water. More than Katrina, they say.
- 23:01:52: @BaffaMustapha in my area, it's almost back to normal; worst-hit areas are full of mud, and one place reporting looting now. so far no rain
- 23:02:39: @BaffaMustapha and we're hoping the rain stays away as long as it can. a new weather disturbance has been sighted, but too far away yet
- 23:03:00: @BaffaMustapha to see if it will affect Philippines in a major way.
- 23:03:12: RT @jiggycruz: RT @cille07 LBC and i-Remit Singapore will be waiving remittance fees for donations to Philippine Red Cross.
- 23:05:54: RT @mlq3: Para sa mga Mandaragat ng Paete na nasalanta ng bagyo. If you're in UPLB, you can donate relief goods. Txt 09154388727/09159250783
- 23:06:30: RT @jiggycruz: RT @MirelleQuizon Mc Donalds Metro Manila branches also accepting relief goods http://bit.ly/16Fffw
- 23:09:33: Spider Wranglers Weave One-Of-A-Kind Tapestry : NPR http://ow.ly/rq5M
- 23:12:39: Virginia M. Moncrieff: Philippines Notebook: A national disaster brings death and blame. http://ow.ly/rq8F
- 23:19:24: RT @mlq3: RT @flyPAL PAL will airlift for free all relief donations intended for victims of typhoon Ondoy: http://tinyurl.com/yd6ln7p
- 23:19:39: RT @mlq3: RT @runefrancisco: New Manila and San Juan 2000 refugees in Mt Carmel Church. Kids sick.No govt units. In dire need of food etc.
- 23:20:05: RT @mlq3: RT @margz29: Tulong Tomasino! UST Donation Drive.http://twitpic.com/jhf35
- 23:20:45: RT @mlq3: @ninaterol: Volunteers, drs needed for relief ops @ Tahanang Walang Hagdan, Cainta, TOM 930AM. Details here: http://bit.ly/2HdoBP
- 23:23:27: @yutomama0307 oh dear, that means no QMB, right? hopefully after maintenance, better broadcasting!
- 23:24:20: RT @kc_concepcion: DO SOMETHING! we r packing relief goods again 2mrw morning. donors,u can drop them off at Wackwack Clubhouse bet 9-2pm.
- 23:24:50: no, please, no...it's raining again! :(
- 23:26:33: @confabmac things are ok on my end. community spirit working to get relief to flood victims. and it's raining again... :(
- 23:28:40: @kenshinasuka hm...there's a pause in the rain. if it stops, relief action will be easier.
- 23:30:03: @goursote nothing to do but pray that it will stop. it's wonderful to see the ordinary people getting involved in the relief efforts.
- 23:31:24: @confabmac we live in hope. :) someone's prayers must be working, the rain is slowing down to a slow shower. hoping it stops soon!
- 23:32:05: RT @jimparedes: RT @TheDEXpress: @jimparedes for all our kababayans in Toronto:- how to donate - http://bit.ly/EjE0X
- 23:34:35: RT @jiggycruz @chris_tiu GMA Kapuso Foundation: Samar St. cor GMA Network dr, QC. Tel#9284299/9289351/9827777
- 23:39:22: RT @kc_concepcion: govt just called on the UN for support on relief!! you can now DONATE thru our EASY ACCESS page: www.wfp.org/donate/ondoy
- 23:42:33: RT @mlq3: Globe has waived the transaction fee for Red Cross donations! To donate, text RED<space>AMOUNT to 2899.
- 23:47:42: RT @jimparedes: RT @therosenetwork: to those wanting to donate goods fr Sydney. Thanks http://bit.ly/1u9C6p Typhoon #Ondoy Philippines
- 23:48:31: @BackStory now that is a tease, Ms. Sho SW, if ever there was! @fpleitgen and "rock star" in the same breath... *grin*
- 23:49:22: RT @jamesgerald DONATIONS ON WHEELS! If you have donations 2 give but no means 2 transport: contact 09189791229, 09177974098, 09326991794.
- 23:49:53: RT @jiggycruz: RT @gccbasa St. Paul Manila is also in NEED of Volunteers!
- 23:54:37: @BackStory whoa! will try and catch the show live...i seem to wake up early enough now.
- 23:55:44: RT @jiggycruz: Donations on Wheels is an initiative from my close friends, don't worry guys!!! Safe yan!!! :)
- 23:56:03: RT @mlq3: How Cebuanos are pitching in to help Luzon: http://ping.fm/6wTH1
- 23:56:32: RT @jiggycruz: I was told Barangay Calumpang Markina has not received relief yet... Pls RT. They need help too :(
- 23:58:13: coming up on midnight. will have to sign-off soon. haven't even checked my e-mail today. fingers crossed to do laundry tomorrow! :)
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- 00:00:52: RT @carlosceldran: Situation Map: http://bit.ly/xvczt (Metro Manila and environs)
- 00:04:09: @dcpswann Gah. We still have bottled water, but the delivery service stops on Weds. Company will install water purifying system next wk.
- 00:05:22: @confabmac have been on local news all day-local weather says storm is already in South China Sea, so we've made it through the worst.
- 00:06:03: RT @mlq3: Government has ordered malls to open parking spaces to accomodate stranded vehicles for free. (YES! Now how about mall employees?)
- 00:07:57: past midnight. my house and its inmates are secure and sleeping. guess that means i should be sleeping too. catch y'all on the sunny side!
- 00:11:03: @dcpswann your guess as good as mine. in any case, i go sleep now. *hug*
- 00:12:27: RT @mlq3/@JimAyson/@hellobebe: East Ave Medical Center no electricity, not even emergency lights. Pls pray for Drs & patients. #fb (PRAY!)
- 00:13:01: RT @mitzvf: Drop-off point for relief good donations at all Petron stations/branches. Let's do our part to help out. #Ondoy #Ketsana
- 00:13:57: RT @inquirerdotnet: Waters in Bulacan dams breach maximum levels http://url4.eu/Wobz
- 02:42:47: [Blog Post] Twitter MicroBlog - 02:47 [Blog Post] Twitter MicroBlog - 00:02 hm! Gmail may be acting strange, but I ... http://ow.ly/15RirZ
- 10:25:28: Cats have food again! Or lunch at least. Off to do real grocery shopping now. -Update via SMS for FREE using http://isip.ph
- 12:16:47: Sunday brunch at Jollibee Glorietta and the Sunday paper. Back to normal again. -Update via SMS for FREE using http://isip.ph
- 15:01:24: home and drowsy after putting away groceries. drank choco-flavored carabao milk - YUM.
- 20:13:30: This can be a day of solid growth if you are willing to let go... More for Capricorn http://bit.ly/mrA9a
- 21:26:23: @coffeebased got the choco carabao milk at SM Supermarket. same brand as the usual carabao milk. :)
- 21:32:50: @WoodsonHawk Hi! Me and mine are well, thanks much. Donated excess clothing to flood victims. At grocery, felt like half the city was there.
- 21:35:19: RT @inquirerdotnet: Which flooded Metro roads still impassable? http://url4.eu/XCVb
- 21:35:40: RT @inquirerdotnet: Ondoy dumped more rains than Katrina http://url4.eu/XCVZ (I can believe that!)
- 21:36:00: RT @inquirerdotnet: Even MMDA chief could not rescue stranded daughter http://url4.eu/XCVe (see paragraph re rainfall stats)
- 21:40:31: @WoodsonHawk thank you! the cleaning up has already started, but there are pockets of people stranded by floodwaters.
- 21:49:32: @Lauratheexpat latest headlines say 25% of the city still underwater. folks are drying out. Storm dumped more rain than Katrina!
- 21:50:58: @WoodsonHawk @cabreraCNN said there's going to be a special report on the flooding and aftermath. should air in about 5mins or thereabouts.
- 21:55:29: @Axl0706 there may be, but it's not a standard practice for the state to offer support to individual homeowners.
- 22:13:14: @dcpswann will call them early tomorrow before i take Ma out to the spa. hopefully their office will no longer be under water.
- 22:13:58: @WoodsonHawk *sigh* well, it's kinda supposed to be monsoon season. but geez - seems like we had the entire season's allotment in a day!
- 22:16:13: @Axl0706 in cases like these, many victims are actually squatters with no legal right to structures they live in.
- 22:17:30: @Axl0706 usually after emergency relief is over, city/municipal govts step up public services to try and help. relocation/rebuilding usual.
- 22:19:08: @kenshinasuka thank you! my area dried out rather quickly; other places still waterlogged, flooded. volunteer workers going strong. :)
- 22:20:46: @qbuscato @Axl0706 2006 - Typhoon Milenyo. Manila a direct hit by center winds of 200kph. parents and i in Switzerland, hubby home alone :(
- 22:24:02: @Axl0706 the Marikina river has a spillway system that was totally overwhelmed by rainfall. it's like this: flooded areas are near sites
- 22:24:36: @Axl0706 of the four major dams that supply Metro Manila with water. in one night, dams went from critical-low to overflowing, so had to
- 22:25:37: @Axl0706 release water, thus aggravating situation for everyone living below dam area. to top it off, Manila itself is *below* sea level.
- 22:26:13: @Axl0706 that is, City of Manila proper. thank God there was no high tide last night, it would have been the apocalypse, for sure.
- 22:28:03: @kenshinasuka yup. at the moment, it seems private sector moved fastest to jump-start relief. govt was moving, but they weren't telling...
- 22:28:45: @kenshinasuka didn't seem like anyone knew what govt was doing till really late in the day. whereas anyone with a way to communicate, was.
- 22:35:58: HOMG 21 new tweets...must catch up!
- 22:37:15: @kenshinasuka tell me about it! once things settle down, the finger-pointing and accusations will start. watch those in need get left out.
- 22:38:23: @yutomama0307 ne, yachiyo-san! don't be sad, even your wishing that we will be all right, it helps, i do believe. :)
- 22:38:53: RT @inquirerdotnet: No classes in Metro, Southern Tagalog areas http://url4.eu/XDox
- 22:39:58: @Axl0706 i remember once, coming home from the north; monsoon rain, just ordinary+high tide=flooding. left office at 7pm, home by 2am.
- 22:40:56: @Axl0706 thank God for (then-new) mobile phone technology. my mother was FRANTIC. was stuck 2km from the village gate for 4hrs, no lie.
- 22:42:24: @kenshinasuka gah, our current admin's credibility at home is all shot to pieces. but each time there's a disaster, the same thing happens
- 22:44:01: @kenshinasuka no matter who's in office. :( personally, i feel that if not for private initiative, a lot of good ideas would just die.
- 22:44:24: @kenshinasuka and govt gets the credit for idea's success. blargh.
- 22:45:51: RT @inquirerdotnet: Meralco says only 4 substations without power http://url4.eu/XDos
- 22:46:00: RT @inquirerdotnet: Delayed rescue angers Marikina residents http://url4.eu/XDov
- 22:47:17: @DanielleCNN *sings "On The Road Again"* have fun and stay safe on the road! :)
- 22:48:00: @Axl0706 to tell truth, we don't *always* have them in those dimensions either. it's a combination of "perfect storm" circumstances.
- 22:49:02: @Axl0706 according to my parents, we've never had storms like these recent ones before, either. usually a typhoon is about 120kph tops,
- 22:49:54: @Axl0706 now they're 170kph-plus center winds. it has to be global climate change, there's no other reasonable explanation.
- 22:52:30: RT @momtintinbabao: if ur a nurse & wish to volunteer : richard villena of PNRC Port Area 09178714515. Alex 09175093061 thanks, God bless!
- 22:56:41: @Axl0706 to every cloud a silver lining: it's for sure a wake-up call, on many levels, including climate change effects! :)
- 22:57:37: @yutomama0307 Good night to you as well, and pleasant dreams! :)
- 22:57:53: RT @jiggycruz: Volunteers willing to help at Balay Expo, I think it's safe to go there around 9:30
- 23:00:42: RT @momtintinbabao: @ChristineAmador: drop off your relief goods at CCF Alabang CCF ALABANG: 3F CCF Bldg., Prime St. Madrigal Business Park
- 23:08:31: RT @jiggycruz: OK, newsflash for volunteers. Balay Expo in Cubao will start operations at 8:00 AM tomorrow. Pls help guys!!! Thanks!!! :)
- 23:09:43: RT @jiggycruz: Volunteers can go as early as 8:00 AM tomorrow at Balay Expo (Cubao) for repacking of relief goods. Please RT
- 23:11:32: Ways on How You Can Help Victims of Typhoon Ondoy « The Pinoy Chuva http://ow.ly/rhdY
- 23:14:07: RT @jimparedes: RT @petitecp: Petron & SMC are lending choppers for rescue operations. Call or text LYDIA RAGASA -- 0917.814.0655
- 23:14:53: RT @jimparedes: RT @eilsmendoza: pls help trapped family w/ no fud,h20 in C15 RSG GUEVENTHOMES POLICARPIO ST, BRGY SAN ANDRES CAINTA THANKS
- 23:16:51: RT @MariRamos: Do not try to cross flooded roads!! (Danger from *live electrical wires*, open manholes. 1 dead from submerged live wire.)
- 23:18:45: RT @jiggycruz: South ppl drop at Brainbeam Events 2/F MB Aguirre Cornerhouse Bldg15 Pres Ave cr Elizalde St, BF Pque. Across old Caltex BF
- 23:19:42: RT @candsmontenegro: @jimparedes New map of most urgent cases needing rescue. Authorities take notice. http://bit.ly/474A9z
- 23:26:48: RT @abeolandres/@darthlaurian: I don't know if we can survive another storm. http://bit.ly/e9SMO (the time to pray is NOW, people...)
- 23:27:48: RT @jiggycruz: Wherever you are in The Philippines, you can still help. 1) Pray 2) Help your own community 3) RT Impt Info
- 23:29:24: if the crew comes in tomorrow, must make sure they make those additional drainage holes in the front fence...
- 23:29:30: RT @inquirerdotnet: Inquirer launches Ondoy relief drive http://url4.eu/XF5r
- 23:30:25: RT @momtintinbabao/@i_am_sammie: FYI: U cn also go 2 Sct.Bayoran cor. Tomas Morato, QC 2 volunteer 4 SAGIP KAPAMILYA. puno na sa Examiner St
- 23:37:16: RT @momtintinbabao/@ninaterol: @paulocoelho Mr. Coelho, thank you for helping. Donations possible through PayPal: http://bit.ly/jMj9P
- 23:40:41: @dcpswann will call as soon as i can talk to them.
- 23:44:38: RT @kareinxo: @juliusbabao @momtintinbabao the HappySlip way? http://bit.ly/13AZWj ? just need to convert amt into peso http://bit.ly/OAgrt
- 23:52:30: RT @momtintinbabao/@miriamq: ABS-CBN needs volunteers Sep 28, 29, 30. Shifts 8AM-12NN; 1-5PM & 5-9PM. Call 924-4101 loc. 2603, 2579, 4759
- 23:54:24: RT @momtintinbabao: RT @stephdiputado: For all those who've come into contact with floodwater, pls take your leptospirosis prophylaxis
- 23:55:18: RT @momtintinbabao/@stephdiputado: ASAP: 2 capsules doxycycline 100mg.Take w/ food+avoid taking w/ dairy products. DO NOT GIVE to children
- 23:55:38: RT @momtintinbabao: RT @stephdiputado: or pregnant women.
- 23:56:49: RT @jiggycruz: those in san juan area: RT @dakilangkulot drop off your goods at xavier school,volunteers will sort, bring to ateneo.til12nn
- 23:58:47: RT @mitzvf: PAWS is opening its doors 4 dog&cat evacs! Aurora Blvd.,Katipunan Valley,Loyola Heights Q.C. Telefax:4751688 (via @crazycamco)
- 23:59:35: @mitzvf Yay for PAWS! *happy dance* Must really find a way to get some kibble/pet stuff up their way. Have unused flea powder...
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- 20:08:37: start of another calm stretch in the weather. signal 2 over zambales, last i heard.
- 20:09:58: RT @juliusbabao: Calamities like these have been happening in d provinces but not in MMla. This is a wake-up call.
- 20:35:48: RT @mlq3 @gangbadoy: Appeal: lend 4x4 trucks for rescue. Pls send truck to GrnhillsShoppngCntr Unimart Grocery for deployment. 09209072902
- 20:37:07: RT @jiggycruz: @ANCalerts 2 women trapped in mango tree since noon. losing strength & don't know hw 2 swim. 37 Riverside Provident Marikina
- 20:38:44: RT @delamarRX931: RT @DivinemLee If u can help: send ur old clothes &donations(no cash pls)2 LUCA store:rockwell,shang or eastwud.Tnx!
- 20:40:14: @octavianasrcnn http://twitpic.com/j70lt - that is lovely! btw, i'm safe and dry despite stormy weather. RT-ing PSAs as they appear on m ...
- 20:41:11: RT @jiggycruz @mlq3 MRT and LRT will be open 24 hours in response to the emergency.
- 20:41:48: RT @mlq3 @owrange @AllenYuarata: Students at PolyUPhil are STRANDED inside the campus. They are desper8ly askng for food.
- 20:42:30: RT @delamarRX931 @Deelish11 @chicogarcia Please RT. 100 agents stranded in ICT Marikina, Riverbanks. No food, no nothing...
- 20:42:43: [Blog Post] Life In The Time Of Ondoy - We've had nothing but rain since early this morning. The city is INUNDATED... http://ow.ly/15Rgyu
- 20:43:37: RT @ANCALERTS: To those who want to appeal for help LIVE through phonepatch, especially those from provinces, msg us your name and number.
- 20:45:38: RT @jiggycruz: Please call Red Cross 143, MMDA 136, NDCC 9115061 & Coast Guard 5276136 for rescue.
- 20:52:02: @WoodsonHawk mine is a country of survivors. :) rain stopped abt 30mins ago, praying water goes down overnight.
- 20:55:16: @DivinemLee you're welcome! every little bit helps, after all. stay safe!
- 20:58:12: @JenDelgadoCNN Rain seems to be over for Makati. :) so far, so good for me, all utilities up. community spirit kicking in for rescue/relief.
- 21:00:48: RT @jiggycruz: Typhoon Ondoy - Emergency/Relief Information http://ow.ly/raV0
- 21:03:23: RT @delamarRX931 @creyg711 Ateneo is open 4 shelter. Rescue operations onging w/ Marikina, Cainta and Pasig as prioirty
- 21:08:43: RT @mlq3 @flipmozart: #ondoy Making a situation map for Marikina/ nearby areas here: http://tinyurl.com/ybodkde send updates with location
- 21:09:49: RT @mlq3: RT @ageofbrillig: DZMM: 100 students of St. Paul Manila stranded, 1000 students stranded at UST.
- 21:11:08: RT @mlq3: How to help: http://ping.fm/kbLcg
- 21:13:09: RT @mlq3 @rosselle: Repost: TO ALL STUDENTS, IF YOU KNOW OF PEOPLE WHO ARE IN NEED OF HELP, PLEASE CONTACT THE SANGGUNIAN AT 09088877166.
- 21:15:19: RT @mlq3: RT @rosselle approx 200-400 [speople stranded] here in ateneo
- 21:18:20: *listens* oh, please, no, don't start raining again...
- 21:19:09: RT @zapberenguer: the floods here in makati are still waist deep... #ondoy
- 21:19:43: RT @mlq3: @ageofbrillig: DZMM: Rescue efforts ongoing along Araneta in Malabon. 10-12 feet high floodwaters., amphibian vehicles needed.
- 21:25:48: RT @inquirerdotnet: Meralco cuts off power due to flooding http://url4.eu/WktH
- 21:28:12: @yutomama0307 Konbanwa! for me, all is OK. but for most of the country, severe flooding. many in evacuation centers, stranded at work
- 21:28:49: @yutomama0307 or stranded at school, cannot go home. major highways still heavy traffic.
- 21:32:18: @yutomama0307 The Daily Show:Global Edition is also on CNNi - am recording it now to watch later. :)
- 21:35:43: RT @mlq3: RT @ageofbrillig: DZMM: 400 staff of Baptist Hospital in Pasig City in need of rescue. #ondoy
- 21:43:32: @yutomama0307 not to worry, we are all safe! :) tomorrow will make quick trip to grocery for weekly shopping.
- 21:43:45: RT @gma_news_tv: [via GMA News] PRC cancels teachers' exam in Metro Manila: The Professional Regulation Comm.. http://bit.ly/43blxU #NEWS
- 21:46:24: RT @zapberenguer: 13 RUBBER BOATS DEPOLYED BY THE PHILLIPINE NAVY AND THE NDCC FOR THE EVACUATION OF THE FLOODED AREAS, ALL OF MANILA...
- 21:47:22: will be on silent running while i make the rounds of the house and wash up. back later.
- 21:48:12: @momtintinbabao at least you heard 20 boats. i just saw initial figure of 13 boats. yikes!
- 21:49:41: RT @mlq3: RT @ageofbrillig: DZMM: 100 people holed up at NCO Call Center, 2nd floor, Robinson Bldg, Marikina City. Floodwaters rising there.
- 21:50:00: RT @mlq3: RT @ageofbrillig: DZMM: Call for vehicles on road to park cars at SM North Edsa, Megamall, in order to clear roads.
- 22:05:07: @dcpswann re Smart cell: noted. i saw some tweets that said Globe was going down a few minutes ago.
- 22:06:07: RT @juliusbabao: As per ABS-CBN: NCRPO HOTLINE 4 rubber boat requests : 8383303 8383354
- 22:07:06: RT @MARoxas: RT @pau_pa08 MARIKINA RESCUE: 6462436 Boats now available. Pls contact Nor Domingo/ La Salle Greenhills 0920 907 290
- 22:08:59: RT @mlq3: RT @dementia: Those abroad who want to send donations Ondoy victims, read this http://bit.ly/4tKgCv #manilaflood
- 22:10:02: @octavianasrCNN coffee and bagel sounds yummy! i like my bagels plain with lots of cream cheese (figure? what figure? *grin*)
- 22:10:29: RT @ANCALERTS: Cebu Pacific cancels flights due to storm http://bit.ly/RLCZb
- 22:11:04: RT @jiggycruz: From Rock Ed Radio - BOATS FOR MARIKINA RESCUE = Call 6462436
- 22:11:43: RT @ANCALERTS: PAGASA: Rains to continue until Sunday http://bit.ly/7KmWB (AUUUUGH)
- 22:12:33: RT @mlq3/@nightwing24/@miguel_n Landslide in Sumulong Hghiway near Padi's Point. Not passable. via @rockedradio
- 22:17:43: RT @zapberenguer: RT @ateneodemanilau: #Ondoy: please send help over to 121-D Moscow Street, Green Park Village, Manggahan, Pasig City.
- 22:21:25: @mitzvf re Christine Reyes: oh, that poor woman! with kids and mom to worry about. :(
- 22:21:34: RT @ANCALERTS: NLEX Sta. Rosa, Pulilan exits still impassable http://tinyurl.com/yawvz5v
- 22:39:34: @mitzvf you mean the networks got close enough to video her plight but could get close enough to help? ack, that sucks!
- 22:41:14: RT @zapberenguer/@trafficmanila: *Magallanes going Pasay-Taft passable. C5 Tiendesitas water waist-deep. Balintawak heavy traffic.
- 22:45:07: RT @mlq3/@dementia: Fr Kiri Dalena #fb, motor boats needed at 24 8th St, New Manila. Current too strong 4 sml boats @ANCALERTS @giboteodoro
- 22:46:36: @Lauratheexpat I'm in Makati City, which is just outside Manila. But both cities are part of the admin district Metro Manila.
- 22:47:24: @Lauratheexpat on a good day, Makati is about 45mins from Manila. :)
- 22:47:41: RT @dragonsigh: Ateneo's MVP Building is open for shelter. Food available. PLEASE PASS.
- 22:47:53: RT @mlq3: RT @kaffee: Tel No. 4681697 San Juan City Hall Command Post #Ondoy #manilaflood
- 22:49:23: RT @dragonsigh: # Ondoy To all Ateneans who know anyone stranded/need help: please txt their name, contact numbr and loc to 0908-8877166
- 22:51:36: @mitzvf oh man...i do hope she and her family will be all right! there's allegedly only 13-20 rubber boats to serve all of Metro Manila?!
- 22:52:56: @octavianasrCNN based on bagel+coffee combo, good to know your mood is delicious! may your day be blessed!
- 22:55:15: RT @mlq3/@nikiayende/@dementia/@ederic: Guys, Work with us. Rescue InfoHub Central : http://tinyurl.com/ybca4dd (from @ka_edong)
- 22:56:04: RT @jimparedes/@ninaterol: We're also trying to consolidate info at http://helpondoyvictims.wordpress.com. Feel free to post comments there
- 23:03:11: i hear planes taking off from the international airport.
- 23:03:52: @octavianasrCNN will do! :)
- 23:07:33: @mitzvf insane that only 13 were on standby. navy amphibs were out and about this morning, but that a diff class vessel.
- 23:10:23: @maeglinhiei it's bad: so many places underwater. Marikina, Navotas, Cainta hardest hit. MRT/LRT running for 24hrs, people stranded all over
- 23:11:42: @maeglinhiei here's the best part: there are only THIRTEEN RUBBER BOATS to cope with the rescue efforts.
- 23:12:50: @dcpswann why shouldn't he cry...THIRTEEN RUBBER BOATS to cope with the rescue efforts?
- 23:14:55: @maeglinhiei thank you! every little bit helps, for sure.
- 23:16:11: @anooprk07 working technology is indeed a boon during times of emergency, i totally agree!
- 23:17:40: RT @JimAyson: RT @rjled: Relief Op'ns Drop-Off Ctr set-up at La Salle Greenhills., those living nearby may bring their donations to Gate 2
- 23:21:02: RT @ANCALERTS: CORRECTION: US embassy donates $50,000 (not P50,000) to RP disaster relief http://tinyurl.com/y9hdlnc
- 23:22:21: RT @juliusbabao: 2,000 soldiers NCRCOM & 25 rubber boats deployed but having difficulty. (Thank God more rubber boats deployed!)
- 23:26:22: watching local news. video of flooded areas is awesome, and not in the good way. :(
- 23:30:00: RT @JimAyson: RT @kccarag: RT @ateneodemanilau: Pls send boat to rescue Bryan Conde and family at 1st st 217 Metrogreen Village, Sta Lucia
- 23:31:55: firemen in chest-high floodwaters battling fire, evacuating people. God bless and keep them safe.
- 23:32:34: @yutomama0307 yes, thank you, that is what we need right now, for the rain to stop.
- 23:38:44: RT @jimparedes: Continuously check http://bit.ly/1VWAgs if you want to help or know what is happening.
- 23:39:23: RT @juliusbabao/@joevtan: Pls rescue: koy banal holding on to a tree (per his wife Minel) nr entrance Golden Meadows Subd along Marcos Hwy.
- 23:40:59: RT @mlq3/@ageofbrillig: DZMM: SM Mall of Asia refused to let employees stay overnight, employees forced to go out into the road. (O HALE NO)
- 23:41:15: RT @mlq3: Sinjin from Cebu reports PAGASA says center of storm in South China Sea already. Weather will start to improve!
- 23:41:54: @kimnewsomeCNN wisdom teeth out=owch. hope you feel better soon!
- 23:45:06: @mitzvf apparently 25 more rubber boats have materialized for deployment. but srsly, you'd think govt would invest in navy, coast guard!
- 23:46:22: @dcpswann re malls: pffffft! :(
- 23:49:00: @mitzvf it seems SM Mall of Asia/Cash n Carry won't let the employees camp in the mall, out of the wet. whose blooming management idea...?!
- 23:50:07: RT @mlq3/@iammiguelito: Floodwaters in San Antonio Vill. in Makati receding (this is cheering news)
- 23:51:10: RT @jimparedes: Team Manila in Trinoma, Mall of Asia, Jupiter Bel-Air, Rockwell will accept relief goods; distribution by Veritas for Ondoy
- 23:53:43: RT @JimAyson: Guys there are actually over 4M Philippine Facebook users, not 1.6M #fb
- 23:54:56: @mitzvf investing in navy, coast guard, marines is something that ought to have been done long ago. hope next prez learns from this fiasco.
- 23:57:36: RT @cabreraCNN: 67 have now lost their lives in the #Philippines as a result of flooding from #Ketsana #Ondoy
- 23:59:32: hopefully i'll wake up to sunlight tomorrow, however watery. the city is waterlogged enough as it is.
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We've had nothing but rain since early this morning. The city is INUNDATED, no other word captures the atmosphere so well. Not since 1967, per the local weather service, has anything like this been seen. Once again, the country's helplessness in the face of disaster is underscored - even now, my Twitter stream is full of retweet requests for rescue, rescue equipment, prayers for the rain to stop. The major dams have had to open their spillways to relieve pressure - how is it possible that one tropical storm (not even TYPHOON class, WTF) can bring the water levels from critical lows to overflowing? Water everywhere.
It's been a week since I wrote a proper blog post. Today's rainy weather will trump nearly everything that's happened since the last time I wrote. So far, my community has been lucky, all our utilities are functional. Am fervently grateful that I managed to get my laundry done before the rains came down, but kicking myself for not getting some extra food for the cats while I was at the grocery yesterday. *facepalm* Nevertheless, the chibikits are a forgiving lot, and if I can manage to get out tomorrow, there will be food for them again.
We had a flood crisis of sorts this morning; Dad discovered that the lanai furniture was standing in an inch of water. Oh, did we ever scramble to set that to rights - Dad with his iron pike to unclog the drainage, the maids to get the water moving, me to the circuit breaker to turn off the power to the lanai outlets (and also disabling power to the telephones in the office and my bedroom, booyah). We had the situation resolved within 15 minutes, which is when it was deemed safe enough to return power to the outlets.
(Awww. Trixie-cat has decided to snuggle down in her usual corner. Nothing like a sleeping cat to make one believe that things will be all right.)
I've done nothing of note today except monitor Twitter and do periodic sweeps of the house, to make sure everything is all right. Pica-cat gave birth to two lovely kittens yesterday. One is brown/white and the other is black/white. They had their first adventure last night, when their mama accidentally tipped over the (tall) box where she had placed them. I put the box back in the cabinet on its side, but Pica didn't like it, and expressed her displeasure by taking out her kittens and putting them on the floor at my feet, then miaowing at me and jumping on the box. Fortunately, I picked up that she wanted the box just the way it was before, so I set it up again and put kittens back in - and there they have been happily sleeping and nursing the livelong day. *relief*
Really, all else pales in comparison to what is happening now. So maybe I'll leave this entry like this, and make separate posts for all the other events of the week. Off to watch local news and monitor Twitter now.
- 00:00:07: @mitzvf hand sanitizers? OY. that's...well, it puts a whole new spin on the word "moonshine", i'll tell you that.
- 00:01:19: @zuzufalta we were talking about desserts and then the conversation went "Let's go to Atlanta and have a CNNi convention!"
- 00:02:38: hm! Gmail may be acting strange, but I managed to download my mail via Thunderbird just now. *scratches head*
- 00:03:47: @mitzvf i agree - crazy! alcogel is one of those things you can't imagine ingesting, like bleach or insecticide.
- 00:08:33: ok, i have a busy day ahead of me tomorrow. time to sign off. catch you all when i catch you!
- 12:14:55: RT @ouija_sam: Last week: Dean and Sam break up. This week: Dean and Castiel break up. Next week: Dean breaks up with himself? I THINK LIKEL
- 12:20:12: in glorietta food now. finished today's errands, now nursing cold with food and meds. -Update via SMS for FREE using http://isip.ph
- 13:03:11: decided to spend some time at the hair salon. :) a hair spa and nail maintenance. -Update via SMS for FREE using http://isip.ph
- 13:26:59: good lord but the girl who did my scalp massage is GOOD. -Update via SMS for FREE using http://isip.ph
- 13:28:40: nails are presentable again. :) -Update via SMS for FREE using http://isip.ph
- 13:41:50: @yutomama0307 I agree! Not so many people in salon. Quiet and relaxing!
- 14:33:37: coffee time next. *bounce* -Update via SMS for FREE using http://isip.ph
- 15:48:37: got line jumped at package counter by lady who went through the claim window to deposit her stuff. Tsk! -Update via SMS using http://is ...
- 16:01:26: sisig hooray for merienda. Appetite is returning. :) -Update via SMS for FREE using http://isip.ph
- 19:31:29: You could be a bit uneasy today because you are afraid of bein... More for Capricorn http://bit.ly/mrA9a
- 21:27:51: @juliusbabao re Gordon's Food Donation Bill: it would be totally AWESOME if this were approved! "Waste not, want not" - old but true saying
- 21:29:51: @momtintinbabao re Gordon Food Donation Bill: it's just gone on my prayer list, too. Wish I'd noticed this Bill before, though.
- 21:38:32: looks like we've lost the last of the calm weather. it's raining like it means business. otoh: hubby sleeping like a baby at the moment. :)
- 21:39:33: *chuckle* the frogs, they be waking up. :)
- 21:57:32: *yawn* rain+busy day=sleepy me. guess i'll go snuggle under a blanket now. catch you when i catch you! :)
- 22:05:53: Alok Jha on the best eco lightbulbs | The Guardian http://ow.ly/r2qg
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- 00:00:56: RT @christmasinkl: @clancycnn he probably wants UN HQ to be in a country where it'll be much easier to put up his tent :) (BWAHAHA!)
- 00:02:19: @BackStory Gadhafi's speech doesn't seem to show any signs of ending...oy! And it's midnight my time already. :(
- 00:03:55: RT @jenmelia: maybe if we made a drinking game out of this it would better for everyone :) (with everyone's national liquor!)
- 00:04:46: i still think it's highly probable the reason the delegates are leaving Gadhafi's speech is 'cause they need the washrooms. *nods*
- 00:06:17: @yutomama0307 hai, yachiyo-san! i can't wait to see the actual transcript of the speech. likely, less confusing if read instead of listened
- 00:10:12: @zuzufalta yes, dear, we are! read some of our tweets, you may laugh! :)
- 00:12:57: ok, it's past midnight and i'm still shaking off this blasted cold. :E time for me to get to bed - have fun, y'all!
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- 12:51:10: @BackStory watching the replay now. best after-lunch thing there is!
- 13:03:29: I went to Afghanistan and all I got was H1N1 – Paging Dr. Gupta http://ow.ly/qOrP (Oh, the irony. Good to know he's better now!)
- 13:09:40: @kayjones this DM allegedly from you: "hey, i made $484 yesterday . this website showed me how http://gglcash4u.info" ->you've been hacked?
- 13:11:28: @mitzvf: This DM allegedly from you:"hey. i make $300-$500 a day online. this website showed me how http://moneynet123.com" = spambot
- 13:42:40: The greatest email in the history of the Internet | dooce® http://ow.ly/qOIa (Oh. Oh my. Oh, my goodness! :) )
- 13:46:28: looking at PLDT WeRoam brochure. if i ever got a netbook, maybe i'd get this to go with it. *lists in bucket notebook*
- 13:48:34: random rhetorical question: what to do with photos once they've been scanned into digital format? keep the albums? isn't that redundant?
- 13:51:07: electrician crew here to install new outlet for incoming water purification system. need to call Sony about TV trade-in later.
- 13:58:43: 8 Racist Words You Use Every Day | Cracked.com http://ow.ly/qONI (Ah, etymology! Word origins are always fun.)
- 14:01:43: Genesis Starter Kit | SodaStream http://ow.ly/qOOV (oooh, i could love something like this. guava juice soda for the win.)
- 16:23:01: *blink* ok, new outlet installed. called Sony and set up inspection of new unit. ate garlic toast. edited contacts entries in the Cookie.
- 16:51:26: quick shower has me feeling fresh again. :) let's see...productive day, more or less. gah. have to record hubby's blood sugar readings.
- 18:29:47: finally input hubby's blood glucose readings into matrix form. we submit charts to his doctor every check-up. can print them tomorrow.
- 18:51:12: Las Vegas woman accused of Web drug sale scheme - Las Vegas Sun http://ow.ly/qQiM
- 18:51:14: You may feel conflicted now between being out there in the thi... More for Capricorn http://bit.ly/mrA9a
- 19:14:34: @donriddell re putting out your back: *winces in sympathy* I agree - OUCH! I hope you feel better soon.
- 19:18:42: @confabmac re old photos: i'll probably toss the ones i can't stand before storing the originals. :)
- 19:20:50: @JenDelgadoCNN as a Manila resident, I will be all ears for your weather report...as long as the cats don't call me away from the TV. :)
- 19:31:54: @momtintinbabao just read your tweet about placenta previa. will pray that all will be well on your delivery date.
- 19:34:58: RT @AtiaAbawi: Pls RT our story on Afghan Women, 90% suffer from domestic abuse. Written: http://bit.ly/G4Uz6 Video: http://bit.ly/1CP0dS
- 19:38:23: (via @JimAyson) Is Nokia Interested In Palm? Palm’s Stock Soars On Rumors | mocoNews http://ow.ly/qQv0
- 19:51:25: Afghan women hiding for their lives - CNN.com http://ow.ly/qQAC
- 19:57:03: (via @flowellg) No to Flag cha! « Filipino Voices http://ow.ly/qQCB (do people have nothing better to do than tinker with the FLAG, OMGWTF)
- 20:38:20: tweaked my seating and TV corner here at the office. it's a bit more comfortable than it was, for sure; could still be better.
- 20:39:09: have got "Vital Signs" on the TV, but only have one eye on it at the moment. pfft. ooh, Wii Fit!
- 20:41:51: @kenshinasuka definitely more relaxing! Just need a few more things on the floor here, and I'm all set.
- 20:44:59: @kenshinasuka half the fun is the process. it's going to look like a little nest down here when i'm done. *grin*
- 20:47:40: @zuzufalta so far, i haven't had any problems with spam or whatever. *knocks on wood* getting over a cold, but otherwise fine!
- 20:50:12: "In My LIfe" by the Beatles will always be one of my favorite songs, right up there with "Yesterday". :)
- 20:59:47: how can it be friday tomorrow? it was just friday the other day, wasn't it? (and look ma, don't need tissues n'more!)
- 21:02:16: *chuckle* Andrew's black suit/purple tie coordinates with Maggie's black and purple outfit. Charles in the middle for a color break. :)
- 21:14:43: @jenmelia http://twitpic.com/ixom4 - *melts* too cute! :)
- 21:15:25: Jim Bitterman is continuing the purple theme - and the tie shows up as purple and pink on my screen...*smile*
- 21:35:51: @bobreyes eep. so far Sky Broadband is still live in my place...should i start crossing my fingers now?
- 21:46:18: Obama has obviously chaired many a meeting, it's like watching a textbook come to life. :) love the time limit he imposed on all speakers!
- 21:53:46: @zuzufalta doing fine, am almost over my cold. a textbook case: nearly one week from start to finish. days 3-4 were the worst!
- 21:54:26: @kenshinasuka his teaching background showed, i think. he's like a professor in front of a grad school class. :)
- 21:55:57: @BackStory *waves hello* Will do my best to tune in, Ms. Sho SW! :) am loving that i can now catch the replays when my brains are awake.
- 22:03:28: @BackStory am loving the revamp, for the most part. the weather music is such fun...one version makes me want to bellydance, it does. :)
- 22:07:49: @zuzufalta no prob, "textbook case" means all the symptoms follow the ones in a medical textbook. books say a cold lasts for 7 days. :)
- 22:15:55: RT @mitzvf: Nikon & Canon in on the Lomo game! Sweeeeeettt!! --> http://ow.ly/qS1o
- 22:17:14: switching into silent running mode. need to wash up and change into jammies. :)
- 22:50:53: @BackStory *chuckle* there was a rather merry discussion about the music on the day it rolled out...we wondered if the music was on iTunes.
- 22:53:58: @Axl0706 good heavens, you're back! *grin* nice to see you online again!
- 22:55:32: apparently #gmail is down? another gmailpocalypse?
- 23:23:47: @DanielleCNN hi, Ms. Danielle! just wanted to know if your house got through the rain/floods all right? i hope your vacation is loads of fun
- 23:25:58: RT @KevinFlowerCNN: RT @jdickerson Somewhere Qadhafi is still speaking.
- 23:30:29: @Dryah http://twitpic.com/ivyle - now that's what you call a "money shot", yes, indeed! :)
- 23:36:10: @delie31 @jenmelia @cocotteloup my ultimate power breakfast is buttered toast bread, liberally sprinkled with cinnamon and brown sugar,
- 23:38:22: @jenmelia @cocotteloup *suddenly realizes there is a pint of coffee crumble ice cream in the freezer. MUST. RESIST. at least till tomorrow.*
- 23:39:09: @jenmelia definitely on my menu tomorrow, unless someone beats me to the bread in the wee hours of the morning. *grin*
- 23:43:10: @DanielleCNN i remember how worried you were about it; was wondering. good to know your house is okay. carry on with the vacation! :)
- 23:45:35: @cocotteloup *places pint of ice cream in virtualizer. -ZAP- there you go, one pint of coffee crumble ice cream* bon appetit!
- 23:48:50: @cocotteloup @jenmelia @delie31 don't forget to include @zuzufalta in that CNNi convention!
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- 20:21:15: Dust Turns Sydney Sky Red | Sydney Morning Herald| http://ow.ly/qErk (Yikes! Looks like Armageddon out there.)
- 20:36:25: Video 48: ALFRED HITCHCOCK IN "CAMEO ROLES" http://ow.ly/qEz0 (I like the cameo in the movie "Rope". *grin*)
- 21:21:26: the predicted rain has started falling. good thing i got the laundry done this morning!
- 21:24:56: mrmph? hormones are on swing-time mode. feeling tired and blah after an energetic morning (and a long afternoon nap!)
- 21:47:31: the rain has stopped. quiet now, except for the occasional drip.
- 21:57:25: just finished with feeds. LiveJournal and mail also current. not really sure what i want to do now.
- 22:21:34: the rain is back. looks like it's going to be an on-again, off-agan thing. made up a list of things to do: it's going to be a busy week.
- 22:29:14: Brizzly: Faster, Better, More Open http://ow.ly/qG9m (The tutorial video makes me want to try it out - signed up for an invite code!)
- 22:33:05: RT cnni Emma Thompson is on Thurs 'Connect the World' raising awareness on human trafficking. Send us your questions via http://ow.ly/qGbW
- 22:36:14: @BackStory *passes you fresh-brewed coffee* glad to see you online, Ms. Sho! we've got some of that rain over in Manila, too.
- 22:38:32: @amyCNN @octavianasrCNN it should be very interesting indeed, to see what happens when Ahmadinejad gets up to speak!
- 22:58:25: @MariRamos that story about the Mom carried away by the floodwaters made me tear up, too. aside from family, my heart goes to 911 dispatcher
- 23:00:55: Drowning mother: 'Please, come help me!' - CNN.com http://ow.ly/qGyD (via @MariRamos) (This is tragic.)
- 23:06:22: @octavianasrCNN often the original language does the best job of conveying the speaker's sentiments; alas that we can't all hear in tongues!
- 23:09:03: @HalaGorani @octavianasrCNN the one time we really need the translation services to work well, it doesn't...oy. totally agree, wait for text
- 23:10:57: @MariRamos fire-starter could have been "spontaneous combustion" of composting manure? @___@ that's a new one for me.
- 23:11:55: @yutomama0307 yikes! @octavianasrCNN was saying the UN translation service really bad, they can hardly hear it.
- 23:14:11: @clancycnn make sure that compass needle points to true north, or you'll need the stars to navigate...but it's raining where you are. :)
- 23:18:15: @jenmelia what's that phrase? "a ramble down the garden path" or something similar. the translation issues are not helping much, either.
- 23:19:40: @amyCNN if CNN is getting the original Arabic, what a blessing it would be if subtitles could be added to the speech.
- 23:21:33: @jenmelia good idea. politics is dicey enough to watch as it is. :)
- 23:31:35: @kenshinasuka re subtitles: not to mention, hearing-impaired would have a chance at understanding what's being said.
- 23:36:29: @amyCNN maybe they need bathroom breaks? how long have they been sitting still through speeches?
- 23:43:30: RT @dezbee2008: I can hear Kanye West: "Gadhafi, I like your speech, but Ahmedinejad has the most confusing speech I've ever heard" *grin*
- 23:46:25: RT @McKenzieCNN: Re Gadhafi's speech. He regularly gets standing ovations for simillar offerings at AU get-togethers...so does Mugabe (EEK)
- 23:53:09: @yutomama0307 um, Gadhafi is not considered a leader with good sense - is accused of supporting terror incidents.
- 23:55:09: RT @amyCNN: member of the Japanse delegation falling asleep in his chair during Ghadafi speech. #CNN #UNGA
- 23:56:43: @clancycnn relocate the UN HQ? that sounds like something Chavez might have said...
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