Recovery Room

Recovery Room http://docmillie.multiply.com/ I'm a Filipino physician who enjoys eating out, watching movies, surfing the web. Recovery Room is the fraternal twin of my blog Pulse. Fri, 18 Jul 2008 19:11:29 -0000 Fri, 18 Jul 2008 12:04:00 -0000 Recovery Room http://images.docmillie.multiply.com/logo http://docmillie.multiply.com 100 100 Lucky Me Sometime this week, I received a notice declaring that I'd won a raffle. I was thrilled. No, this is not what you think. This is legitimate. After all, I did join the raffle. A purchase qualified me for a raffle ticket. I entered my details and put it in the dropbox about a month or two ago. When I got home today, this was what greeted me. <a href="http://docmillie.multiply.com/photos/hi-res/upload/SICglAoKCCsAAEAp@7w1"><img class="alignmiddleb" src="http://images.docmillie.multiply.com/image/1/photos/upload/300x300/SICglAoKCCsAAEAp@7w1/ixus.jpg?et=gwG5gJ6UST6rrP%2CjW1ejOQ&nmid=0" border="0"></a> I plan to use it this Sunday when a favorite aunt celebrates her birthday. My friend Pink also won a camera in another raffle and is thinking of selling hers. I, on the other hand, am keeping this. As a souvenir of my luck. And because my point and shoot camera is a hand me down and 5 years old. Zara thinks that my winning is not entirely good news. She says people who win in raffles are unlucky in matters of the heart. What do you think? <a href="http://intentiontotreat.blogspot.com/2008/07/lucky-me.html#comment-form">REPLY </a> http://docmillie.multiply.com/journal/item/766/Lucky_Me Fri, 18 Jul 2008 12:04:00 -0000 Best Kept Secret What's Your Family's Best Kept Secret? is the title of an article today in the dining section of the Philippine Star. The article calls for contributions from readers about their families' secret recipe. For some families, guarding a secret recipe is almost like guarding a family heirloom. Think <a href="http://intentiontotreat.blogspot.com/2008/01/maxs-restaurant.html">Max's Fried Chicken</a>. Well-loved, distributed all over, copied but never equaled. It got me thinking too about my family's secret recipes. The dishes I commonly associate with home are calandracas and ube halaya. Even if they're no secrets, I don't think any of my generation has learned them. Not one is exceptional in the kitchen although S5 and cousin Bong do cook. They have yet to take over the kitchen though when we have gatherings at home. Does your family have a secret recipe? Have you learned it? Are you willing to share it? <a href="http://intentiontotreat.blogspot.com/2008/07/best-kept-secret.html#comment-form">REPLY </a> http://docmillie.multiply.com/journal/item/765/Best_Kept_Secret Thu, 17 Jul 2008 13:37:00 -0000 Captured Beat Click <a href="http://capturedbeat.blogspot.com">here</a> to go to my photo http://docmillie.multiply.com/photos/album/24/Captured_Beat Wed, 16 Jul 2008 15:33:09 -0000 On Heroes <img class="alignright" src="http://images.docmillie.multiply.com/image/1/photos/upload/300x300/SH9EJwoKCCsAAEunSxY1/THeBlogRounds448.jpg?et=KxF0Qt4UXVjYQyM9CF%2Bxvg&nmid=0" border="0">It's easy enough to spot a <a href="http://intentiontotreat.blogspot.com/2008/07/superhero.html">superhero</a>. Able to leap tall buildings in a single bound. Check. Faster than a speeding bullet. Check. The same however is not true in real life. When we speak of heroes, images of people dying for love of country come to mind. But one need not die to become a hero. In the medical profession, there are many instances of heroism. Blood donors. A resident on duty taking care of other people's kids while his own is nursing a fever. Medical personnel missing out on family because duty calls. A doctor contacting an infectious disease while taking care of a toxic patient. And so on. Yet these contributions are hardly recognized. The overseas Filipino worker is dubbed <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=som8QFxI1s4&feature=related">Ang Bagong Bayani</a> for contributions to the economy. I lament however the seeming double standard when it comes to physicians. Doctors who choose to train abroad or shift to nursing are lambasted for their choice and considered selfish. Yet, aren't they new heroes too? Why should they be treated differently?... http://docmillie.multiply.com/journal/item/764/On_Heroes Wed, 16 Jul 2008 15:19:00 -0000 Journey to the Center of the Earth <a href="http://docmillie.multiply.com/photos/hi-res/upload/SHyjbgoKCCsAAChmJeo1"><img class="alignleft" src="http://images.docmillie.multiply.com/image/1/photos/upload/300x300/SHyjbgoKCCsAAChmJeo1/3djourney.jpg?et=R0QYcMJJEHGe3YanDsfCmA&nmid=0" border="0"></a>I first noticed <a href="http://www.brendanfraser.com/">Brendan Fraser</a> in <a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0105327/">School Ties</a> where he played a Jewish outcast in a prep school. The movie introduced young actors who have gone on to play leads in big productions. These actors include Matt Damon, Chris O'Donnell, Ben Affleck and of course Brendan Fraser. He played the lead character and came across as an intense performer and a good looking one at that. Though there were serious roles in between, he is best remembered headlining <a href="http://www.themummy.com/">The Mummy</a> where he was part comic and part action hero, a role which I think suited him best. In <a href="http://journeymovie.com/">Journey to the Center of the Earth</a>, he is again a bit of both. Funny though sometimes I felt he's trying too hard. Action hero, yes, as he goes through all sorts of mishaps here. The movie started innocently enough but once the characters took off on their adventure I felt like I was in a theme park ride. There was no boring moment. I laughed out loud, got startled and was even close to tears at one moment. It's too bad that it's not as publicized ... http://docmillie.multiply.com/journal/item/762/Journey_to_the_Center_of_the_Earth Tue, 15 Jul 2008 13:07:00 -0000 Cavana <a href="http://docmillie.multiply.com/photos/hi-res/upload/SHyj8woKCCsAAEGhrf41"><img class="alignright" src="http://images.docmillie.multiply.com/image/1/photos/upload/300x300/SHyj8woKCCsAAEGhrf41/hainanese.jpg?et=Osnee6trLVOC%2CYoQDiZBlw&nmid=0" border="0"></a>I think I've found it. Stumbled upon it, really. I've always loved Hainanese Chicken. Although I don't really look for it, I make sure I order it when I come across one. So far, the best Hainanese Chicken I've had was in a food court in Singapore. This is followed by the EDSA Shangri-la Hotel version. The first one is inaccessible while the second one is quite expensive. I've also tried <a href="http://intentiontotreat.blogspot.com/2007/09/penang-hill.html">Penang Hill's</a>, dubbed as the best Hainanese Chicken in town but not to my taste. My plan was to have lunch at one of the restaurants near Toy Kingdom Megamall last Saturday but <a href="http://secure.cavanachicken.com/home/home.php">Cavana</a> caught my eye. The store facade was inviting and the offered meals (mostly chicken) were quite inexpensive. I asked the store clerk if they were a franchise and she said that they were based in Singapore. Not having seen the store in the few times I've been to Singapore, I was doubtful but proceeded to try it just the same. I ordered the Hainanese Chicken Rice (PHP 129) which came with soup, rice, chicken leg and three kinds ... http://docmillie.multiply.com/journal/item/763/Cavana Mon, 14 Jul 2008 12:42:00 -0000 Superhero Six humans responded to my call for entries to the <a href="http://intentiontotreat.blogspot.com/2008/07/tell-me-and-win.html">Tell Me and Win: Superhero edition</a>. They wrote about their favorites and much more. I don't actually know who Shadowcat is but I think she'd have a hard time resisting <a href="http://manggy.blogspot.com/2008/07/cauliflower-risotto.html">Manggy's cauliflower risotto</a>. For Gigi, the ultimate superhero is Spiderman. Perhaps her choice is so because she believes there are <a href="http://vgsamson.multiply.com/journal/item/89/The_Blog_Rounds_16_Call_For_Articles_Unsung_Heroes">heroes in each one of us</a>. Hawkgirl is Toni's favorite. In their case, I think the hero and the worshiper have one thing in common. They are <a href="http://wifelysteps.com/2008/07/10/my-favorite-superhero/">both strong women</a>. Strength does not just mean brawn. <a href="http://intricate-thoughts.blogspot.com/2008/07/my-hero.html">She-ra is special</a> to Kreez because she proves that women like men can be superheroes too and still fall in love. <a href="http://emeritus.blogspot.com/2008/07/my-favorite-superhero.html">Dr. Emer's favorite Thor</a> has a lot in common with She-ra. While both could have lived lives as royalty, both chose to take action to save the world. Sakai's least favorite is Robin. He says he never liked sidekicks. I think a lot of us feel this way because sidekicks are not really given much attention by the superhero or the writer. They ... http://docmillie.multiply.com/journal/item/761/Superhero Sun, 13 Jul 2008 10:37:00 -0000 Mamma Mia! <a href="http://docmillie.multiply.com/photos/hi-res/upload/SHi19QoKCCsAADlmXtA1"><img class="alignright" src="http://images.docmillie.multiply.com/image/1/photos/upload/300x300/SHi19QoKCCsAADlmXtA1/mammamia.jpg?et=umpDPEdn40KA7nEnMf6ERg&nmid=0" border="0"></a>There are several reasons why it's no surprise that I loved <a href="http://www.mammamiamovie.com/main.html">Mamma Mia!</a> I love musicals. When Repertory was still based in Shangri-La, I regularly watched musicals and the children's theater with S3. <a href="http://www.abbasite.com/start/">Abba</a>. I grew up listening to their music. While some songs in the movie were not familiar, there were more than enough old favorites that I found myself lipsynching too. Had I been home, I would probably have been singing along. After all, I think Dancing Queen is the best way to end a karaoke session even if <a href="http://intentiontotreat.blogspot.com/2008/05/of-angels-and-phantoms.html">I don't sing in public</a>. But no matter how much one enjoys the movie, <a href="http://intentiontotreat.blogspot.com/2008/03/movie-etiquette.html">movie theater etiquette</a> should not be forgotten. <a href="http://www.merylstreeponline.net/">Meryl Streep</a>. I first encountered her in Kramer vs. Kramer, a movie S1 and I watched as kids and one that left both of us crying. Since then, I've been a fan. I loved her too in Bridges of Madison County and One True Thing. She's simply remarkable in Mamma Mia! Dancing and singing with abandon, she shows her range as a performer and runs away with it. I loved her take on T... http://docmillie.multiply.com/journal/item/759/Mamma_Mia Sat, 12 Jul 2008 13:34:00 -0000 A Girl's Best Friend This is not about a who but rather a what. And for many girls, this could be one or all that follows. Jewelry. Particularly <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p0FDGnAIWpk">diamonds</a>. This was immortalized in song and is commonly associated with Marilyn Monroe. This even inspired <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3tYLo9FkqNc">one of Madonna's earlier MTVs</a>. I'm sure you've been witness to officemates buying jewelry on installment, commonly termed as gives, from someone hawking jewelry. Or have you done that yourself? Bags. I'm not so much into these. I'm happy with any bag that can carry my stuff. In fact, speedy has always been just an adjective to me. But in a <a href="http://intentiontotreat.blogspot.com/2008/06/visit-singapore.html">recent trip to Singapore</a>, I learned about Speedy, the LV bag, from my friend Zara. Another friend, Mango, is so into bags that she called me long distance to check if the bag that was out of stock in Cebu was still available in Manila. Shoes. A woman's love affair with shoes is probably best immortalized in <a href="http://intentiontotreat.blogspot.com/2008/05/sex-and-city.html">Sex and the City</a>. In fact, some quarters are saying that the movie ran up to 2 hours and 30 minutes because of all the me... http://docmillie.multiply.com/journal/item/758/A_Girls_Best_Friend Fri, 11 Jul 2008 15:59:00 -0000 Salad Days <a href="http://docmillie.multiply.com/photos/hi-res/upload/SHi1VQoKCCsAAClPa4c1"><img class="alignleft" src="http://images.docmillie.multiply.com/image/1/photos/upload/300x300/SHi1VQoKCCsAAClPa4c1/salad.jpg?et=XROWS8Y9YvJwvrY%2C2kJTEQ&nmid=0" border="0"></a>Salads are a good way to be full yet they are low in calories compared to other dishes. It's also a rich source of fruits and vegetables. Although I try to eat salads when I can, there are some barriers too. On a regular day, I find that eating a sandwich or a rice meal for lunch helps me get through the day better than just eating salad. I'm usually hungry by late afternoon if all I had for lunch was salad. There's actually a way around this which I've tried. When I've decided to have salad for lunch, I usually order one topped with chicken strips or the like. That way, I get some protein too. The trouble sometimes with some restaurants serving salads are that the greens are not as fresh as they should be. Since experiencing this in one restaurant, I've steered clear of their salad menu. It would be best to order salads in restaurants with a fast turnaround. Although vinaigrette is the best possible dressing for salads, I don't really like sour stuff. So, it's mostly mayonaisse based... http://docmillie.multiply.com/journal/item/757/Salad_Days Thu, 10 Jul 2008 15:59:00 -0000 Tell Me and Win <a href="http://docmillie.multiply.com/photos/hi-res/upload/SHSmMgoKCCsAAGxAFFo1"><img class="alignleft" src="http://images.docmillie.multiply.com/image/1/photos/upload/300x300/SHSmMgoKCCsAAGxAFFo1/j0433191.jpg?et=n9AFHrPQFDg2a6KxK6QYbw&nmid=0" border="0"></a>I love superheroes. I remember watching in earnest shows such as Justice League, Electra Woman and Dyna Girl, Wonder Woman. A black and white photo of Christopher Reeve as Superman even adorned my notebook back in those days when TV or movie merchandise was not very common. If a movie about superheroes is screening, chances are I've seen it already or planning to see it. I'd like to know what you feel about superheroes. <ul><li>Who is your most or least favorite superhero? Why?</li><li>What is your most or least favorite superhero movie? Why?</li><li>If you could have one superpower, what would you like it to be?</li></ul> Leave a comment to tell me what you think. Or you can post your thoughts in your blog; just leave the URL in your comment so I can find it. Remember to include your email (formatted as yourname AT emailprovider DOT com). Leaving a comment earns you one raffle entry. A blog post earns you another. A person is only allowed a maximum of 2 entries (one for commenting and one for a blog post). And since the th... http://docmillie.multiply.com/journal/item/751/Tell_Me_and_Win Wed, 9 Jul 2008 11:41:00 -0000 North Park <a href="http://docmillie.multiply.com/photos/hi-res/upload/SHSnQwoKCCsAABN63fQ1"><img class="alignright" src="http://images.docmillie.multiply.com/image/1/photos/upload/300x300/SHSnQwoKCCsAABN63fQ1/lechon.jpg?et=Jf6drKH91GVFq2CGVWgO6Q&nmid=0" border="0"></a>One of <a href="http://intentiontotreat.blogspot.com/2007/07/my-familys-chinese-food-addiction.html">my family's favorite Chinese restaurants</a> is Next Door which belongs to the North Park group . They never hesitate when the invitation to lunch is to this place. They know the menu by heart and though they may seem to hesitate about what they want, somehow they find a way to say why don't you order (insert favorite dish here)? Favorites include the Chinese lumpia, pinsec prito, shrimp dumpling, crispy noodles, broccoli with three kinds of mushroom and lechon Macau. We love that they serve good food at affordable prices. I thought all along that <a href="http://www.munchpunch.com/restaurants/branch/menus/5345.aspx">North Park</a> had a different menu and was more expensive. I was wrong. When I dined at North Park today, the same menu greeted me. The prices were also similar. I wanted to order all my family's favorites but since I was dining alone, I limited my choices to the rice toppings. I ordered the Lechon Macau on Fried Rice (PHP 160) which offered really good value for money. The serving could be shared by two and came even with sauces, free soup and... http://docmillie.multiply.com/journal/item/752/North_Park Tue, 8 Jul 2008 15:59:00 -0000 Hairy Stories I'm blessed with straight hair and for a good number of years I have been sporting a one-length bob. But life was not always like that. Photos from long ago show my sisters, cousin and I with the same hairstyle: the apple cut. I also have a photo of me sporting a wig. Apparently, somebody had fun with me that day and I obliged. I've had my hair curled too and that was largely because Mommy said so and I didn't know any better. In those days, curly hair was the rage. If I remember correctly, even cousin Ariel had his hair curled at one time or another. I stopped having my hair curled when I noticed the harmful effects of chemicals to hair. It was a wise decision. I also recall the time I brought my Sharon Cuneta tape to the parlor so that the stylist could copy her hairstyle. A few years after that, I had a siete phase. Then the bob and it's been that way ever since. Since grade 4, I've been blessed with salt and pepper hair. A detail that did not escape the friend who wrote my college ye... http://docmillie.multiply.com/journal/item/753/Hairy_Stories Mon, 7 Jul 2008 07:59:00 -0000 Pizzanatic <a href="http://docmillie.multiply.com/photos/hi-res/upload/SHSs0AoKCCsAAFIyiZU1"><img class="alignright" src="http://images.docmillie.multiply.com/image/1/photos/upload/300x300/SHSs0AoKCCsAAFIyiZU1/normal_shakeys_flyers.JPG?et=wvBmdSxn1bekx4Ey%2CJP93w&nmid=0" border="0"></a>I was at <a href="http://intentiontotreat.blogspot.com/2008/04/shakeys.html">Shakey's</a> last week for two reasons: to <a href="http://intentiontotreat.blogspot.com/2008/07/killing-time.html">kill time</a> and to check out the Pizzanatic card. You see, I planned to treat my staff to pizza and thought that their buy one, take one promo is a good deal. It is. I got the card for only PHP 199 and for the next six months, I am entitled to a free pizza of the same size when I order a large or party size pizza and a bottle of Coke for delivery. That same day, I was able to treat my staff to 2 large thick crust pizzas and a bottle of Coke for only PHP462. That's not all. The card also came with coupons for use in-store or carry-out. The next day, JT and I feasted on Chick n' Chips (5 pieces), a large thin crust Manager's Choice pizza and a pitcher of the house blend iced tea for only PHP 652 (tax and service charge included; the coupon quoted price was PHP 599) . We had enough left for Zara who couldn't join us as she had to work already. And somehow, today while watching HBO, I couldn't shake off the craving for pizza. I tried to but gave ... http://docmillie.multiply.com/journal/item/754/Pizzanatic Sun, 6 Jul 2008 15:59:00 -0000 Hancock <a href="http://docmillie.multiply.com/photos/hi-res/upload/SHSt3AoKCCsAAGfFOTU1"><img class="alignleft" src="http://images.docmillie.multiply.com/image/1/photos/upload/300x300/SHSt3AoKCCsAAGfFOTU1/hancock_w1_800x600.jpg?et=137mKMo%2BIoU3SCmLfXBgag&nmid=0" border="0"></a>There are movies where you meet actors for the first time and they make such an impression. Such is the case with Independence Day and Will Smith. I loved his portrayal of the regular soldier turned overnight hero. He looked good in uniform especially where he's shown walking across the desert. He was equally suave in Men in Black. Then <a href="http://www.sonypictures.com/movies/hancock/">Hancock</a>. Scratch those images of Will Smith behind. In this movie, he portrays a foul-mouthed, drunk superhero who desperately needs a makeover. And that's where Hancock is different. It's not a typical Will Smith starrer. It's also not a typical movie about superheroes. Beyond that, I cannot say more lest I give out spoilers. Suffice it to say that the movie has its share of surprises. The movie also talks about the power of publicity, branding and advertising. Hancock is a spin doctor's dream. And thanks to one played by Jason Bateman, we get a glimpse of what a superhero played by Will Smith should be like. <a href="http://technorati.com/tag/hancock,%20will%20smith" rel="tag">hancock, will smith</a> Photo from <a href="http://www.sonypictures.com/movies/hancock/">this site</a>. <a href="http://intentiontotreat.blogspot.com/2008/07/hancock.html#comment-form">REPLY </a> ... http://docmillie.multiply.com/journal/item/756/Hancock Sat, 5 Jul 2008 15:59:00 -0000 Killing Time Time. Most of the time we just don't have enough of it. <a href="http://intentiontotreat.blogspot.com/2007/09/time-management-prescription.html">Time management strategies</a> are almost always geared to extending it. But there are days too when we have too much of it. Like yesterday for example. I had an appointment in the early morning but the person I was meeting with did not show up. Although I used that time to have breakfast with Zara, do some errands, etc, I was still left with some 3 hours before work. I thought about working on a publication but sadly the office computer had crashed. Going elsewhere would have been a waste of resources. And so it was back to the old habit of killing time: sitting in a favorite restaurant to read the newspaper. I actually prefer restaurants which are quiet and relaxing where I can read the paper undisturbed save for interruptions for beverage refills, etc. How do you manage unexpected free time? <a href="http://intentiontotreat.blogspot.com/2008/07/killing-time.html#comment-form">REPLY </a> http://docmillie.multiply.com/journal/item/755/Killing_Time Fri, 4 Jul 2008 13:48:00 -0000 Jolly Stories Thirty years in the business. I'm sure you have stories to tell about <a style="font-weight: bold;" href="http://capturedbeat.blogspot.com/2008/07/bee-pinoy.html">Jollibee</a>. Here are some of mine. <ul><li>When we were growing up, my sisters, cousin and I would take the tricycle to the nearest <a href="http://www.jollibee.com.ph/">Jollibee</a> outlet to have merienda.</li><li>In college, I would make a bet with myself as to what time I would reach my destination. Each time I won, I treated myself to Jollibee.</li><li>We used to order breakfast for conferences when we were in training. We loved how it allowed us to save our unit's monthly allowance. From our savings, we were able to finance other purchases like a tape recorder, items for our Christmas party, etc. </li><li>When I was starting out in practice and barely had patients, Jollibee was my usual lunch haunt. I remember ordering the Yumburger meal then costing PHP 32.</li><li>When treating balikbayan or foreign guests out, we would bring them to Jollibee at least once.</li><li>I felt sad when they retired the buko pie. I used to order it all the time.</li><li>I love that they give out free newspapers for a minimum purchase.</li><li>I h... http://docmillie.multiply.com/journal/item/750/Jolly_Stories Thu, 3 Jul 2008 07:52:00 -0000 Seven Corners <a href="http://docmillie.multiply.com/photos/hi-res/upload/SG4n9woKCCsAAGSwJiM1"><img class="alignleft" src="http://images.docmillie.multiply.com/image/1/photos/upload/300x300/SG4n9woKCCsAAGSwJiM1/7Corners.jpg?et=ixo6JDEIFmjeW5js2jI0aw&nmid=0" border="0"></a>When we greeted a friend belated Happy Birthday today and teased him about treating us to breakfast, he countered meet me at <a style="font-weight: bold;font-style: italic;" href="http://www.crowneplaza.com/h/d/cp/1/en/hotel/MNLCP/dining">Seven Corners</a> tonight. Now, how can you pass up an invitation like that, even if it's short notice? Seven Corners is the premiere dining outlet of the Crowne Plaza Galleria Manila. It features a wide range of cuisine spanning the globe. There are Japanese, Mediterrenean, Oriental and Western choices plus a dessert bar that's simply sinful. Personally, I prefer Seven Corners to <a href="http://intentiontotreat.blogspot.com/2008/05/heat.html">HEAT</a> because of the ambiance. While the food is equally superb in the 2 restaurants, I like the food in Seven Corners better. The atmosphere at Seven Corners is also more appealing to me. It's more intimate with subdued lighting. People seem to be more relaxed and less bothered with time. When I'm here, I always get some steak because it's really very tender and cooked just right and as I want it. Dimsum and Japanese fare are my next favorites. Tonight, I discovered a new favorite - naan, whic... http://docmillie.multiply.com/journal/item/749/Seven_Corners Wed, 2 Jul 2008 14:59:00 -0000 Wanted <a href="http://docmillie.multiply.com/photos/hi-res/upload/SG4nbAoKCCsAAFQrq9Q1"><img class="alignright" src="http://images.docmillie.multiply.com/image/1/photos/upload/300x300/SG4nbAoKCCsAAFQrq9Q1/wanted_14_800.jpg?et=oB7pNU3uoXjwQBVaGPPD3g&nmid=0" border="0"></a>The moment I saw its trailer, I knew I wanted to see it. It seemed interesting with a lot of action yet the trailer did not give much away. Add to that the fact that Angelina Jolie is in the cast. <a href="http://www.wantedmovie.com/">Wanted</a> is the story of an accountant living a boring life. He is suddenly recruited into a fraternity of assassins and that's where the trouble begins. Action wise, this movie is definitely oozing with it. There is no dull moment and the chases, crashes, etc are the best I've seen in a long time. I'm not a Team Jolie member. Neither am I with Team Aniston. Frankly, I don't care who gets Brad Pitt. But I like Angelina Jolie because there are roles only she can play. One of those is this one. Only she can get away with it. Don't wait too long to see this movie. It's definitely worth your money. <a href="http://intentiontotreat.blogspot.com/2008/07/wanted.html#comment-form">REPLY </a> http://docmillie.multiply.com/journal/item/748/Wanted Tue, 1 Jul 2008 13:27:00 -0000 Shoot to Win There are a number of photography contests going on locally so whip those cameras out now and shoot to win. Pitik sa Charity: PCSO National Photo Competition. Open to both amateur and professional photographers, the competition's objective is to promote charitable works. Deadline of submission of entries is on August 1, 2008. Check out the <a href="http://www.pcso.gov.ph/news_page.aspx?nid=83">PCSO website</a> for details. Cameraderie Digital Photo Contest 2008. This competition open to amateur photographers only is jointly sponsored by Business Mirror and Coca-Cola. The theme is Life at Work. Deadline of submission of entries is August 31, 2008. Check out Business Mirror for details. UPiktyuran Na! with SMART: UP Centennial SMART MMS Photo Competition. This contest is in line with the state university's anniversary celebration. All you need is an MMS capable camera phone and some affiliation with UP. The competition ends on September 29, 2008. Check out the <a href="http://upiktyuran.smart.com.ph/">official websit</a><a href="http://upiktyuran.smart.com.ph/">e</a> for details. Take that winning shot now. Click, click, click, click! <a href="http://intentiontotreat.blogspot.com/2008/06/shoot-to-win.html#comment-form">REPLY... http://docmillie.multiply.com/journal/item/747/Shoot_to_Win Mon, 30 Jun 2008 13:34:00 -0000 UCC Vienna Cafe <a href="http://docmillie.multiply.com/photos/hi-res/upload/SG4mpQoKCCsAADlpGOY1"><img class="alignleft" src="http://images.docmillie.multiply.com/image/1/photos/upload/300x300/SG4mpQoKCCsAADlpGOY1/UCC.jpg?et=bACGqNyVdA2pIs0C5gfHAA&nmid=0" border="0"></a>I was very excited about today's breakfast since reading about Casa Armas' breakfast offerings. In fact, each time I'd pass the restaurant and see the banner proclaiming how they serve breakfast from 7 to 11, I'd reassure myself that soon I will be there. My breakfast companions wanted a quick meal today because of Manny Pacquiao. I was, however, able to convince them to agree to breakfast at Casa Armas; only to be disappointed when we got there. The restaurant was still closed to customers. We were told by the staff inside that breakfast is available everyday except Sunday. I told her that they should have at least mentioned that detail in the banner. I also don't recall reading that in their press releases. Oh well, we entered instead <a href="http://www.munchpunch.com/restaurants/branches/1697.aspx">UCC Vienna Cafe</a> and that more than made up for the disappointment.The restaurant has an extensive breakfast menu. The men ordered the Spanish Omelette (PHP 259), ground pork, diced potatoes, carrots, green peas and onions and Shiitake Mushroom with Japa... http://docmillie.multiply.com/journal/item/746/UCC_Vienna_Cafe Sun, 29 Jun 2008 15:18:00 -0000 Captured Beat My Photo http://docmillie.multiply.com/links/item/11/Captured_Beat Sun, 6 Apr 2008 16:11:29 -0000 Pulse http://docmillie.multiply.com/links/item/10/Pulse Tue, 1 Jan 2008 03:51:38 -0000