Wednesday, December 29, 2010

The Newer Asian Hospital in Alabang

"The new and improved Asian Hospital."

That's how I would describe Asian Hospital after having visited the place for my Sweetie's check ups recently. Being one of the most modern and well equipped hospitals in the metropolis and undoubtedly the best south of the metropolis, Asian Hospital has been refitted with a sleek interior and various improvements in its facilities. Even some new sjops have sprouted like a Coffee Bean and a bigger Delifrance, while a Pancake House will soon open as well.

Probably due to stiff competition such as the renovated Makati Medical Center and the Saint Luke's in The Fort, Asian has been working double time to keep its clientele lest they lose them to the other good hospitals in the metro. I bet they are also working hard towards medical tourism like the others.

To compete in pricing and beef up loyalty, they have come up with. They have a privilege card which cuts as much as 20% off your bill such as lab fees. The card is free.

Specialized centers such as that for women or lifestyle have also been a good innovation for Asian Hospital such as categorizing care for specific cases.

While parking is still a bit of a problem, there is a new Metro Parking-managed lot beside the Civic Building fronting Ospital ng Muntinlupa and just across Asian Hospital. However, it closes by 7pm. You can still park on the street anyway. There is a  Maxicare office is now at Room 819 of The Civic Building, too.

All in all, I'm glad that Asian Hospital has stepped up to surpass its own good record of quality and value care while staying competitive in rates. I'm also doubly glad that my Sweetie's tests turned out ok!

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf at Asian Hospital

Main Lobby with a Christmas Tree

The Baby Grand Piano at The Lobby



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Monday, December 27, 2010

Commerce Avenue Alabang: Army Navy + Yellow Cab

After much delay, we finally tried the restos on the newly built Commerce Avenue place. We went to Army-Navy and Yellow Cab Pizza which were in one place.

Here are some pics with their yummy food:






















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Outreach: Christmas Celebration with FFL Kids


On our 10th year as our family's outreach, we celebrated with the CFC-FFL Kids for their Christmas party at  McDonalds Kabihasnan (Ninoy Aquino Avenue, Paranaque City).

Sharing some pics:
Class picture
Prayer muna....
Welcome!!!
Let the games begin!
The Youth had fun too.
Fun & Prizes!
Merry Christmas!





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Sunday, December 19, 2010

Christmas is Definitely Here: Foggy Alabang

Just sharing some pics of a foggy night in Alabang along Commerce Avenue, in between Alabang Town Center and Festival Mall.







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Friday, December 17, 2010

Observe safety this Christmas to avoid financial losses or worse

(reposted)

Christmas is fast approaching and families are heading into the final stretch of their preparations for Christmas day and the coming New Year.  Parties and get-togethers have also become more frequent. As you continue to celebrate this joyful season always observe safety when partying, taking a trip or doing your shopping.  Not only will it help you save tons of money, it can also save life and limb.   Here are some tips to keep you safe and make you save:
 
Be vigilant. 
This is the time of year when criminal minds are at their busiest.  Because most people have more money than usual, almost everyone is a potential target.  Don’t give thieves the chance to take away your hard-earned money.  When shopping in crowded places always keep your wallet or purse close.  Put your wallet in the front pocket instead of the back.  If you have a bag, keep it in front of you instead of at the side or back.  Kung ikaw ay magko-commute lang, iwasang maglakad sa madidilim na lugar at huwag umuwi ng alanganing oras.  Most criminals are “nocturnal,” they prefer operating at night.
 
Don’t drink and drive.
The number of road accidents soars during the holiday season mainly because of drunk driving.  Figuring in a road accident can cost you a lot of money or cost you your life or somebody else.  If you have to drink, don’t drive.  Even 1 or 2 bottles of beer, a glass of wine or a few shots of liquor can already impair your senses.    Kung alam mong mapapalaban ka sa inuman sa pupuntahang party, mas maiging iwanan na lang ang kotse sa bahay.  If you are in a group, designate a driver, who should stay sober and not drink. (Well, a little alcohol is probably okay, as long as he/she stops drinking a few hours before driving.)

Keep your cool.
Don’t let alcohol to get into your head when you drink.   People who are intoxicated can easily get into a fight and heated arguments between drunks can sometimes turn fatal.  Okay lang ba sa ‘yo na may bukol, saksak o tama ka ng baril pag sapit ng Pasko?  I’m sure you don’t want to spend Christmas in the hospital or in jail. If you are the type who turns into a vicious ogre when drunk then limit your drinking.  Umiinom tayo para magsaya, hindi para maghanap ng gulo.  So, chill.

Be careful with firecrackers and fireworks.
Firecrackers and fireworks are dangerous, so store them in a secure location where it can’t get lit by accident.  Huwag hawakan ang paputok kapag ito’y sinisindihan, lalo na kung ikaw ay nakainom.  And do not allow small children to handle fireworks.  Masakit sa katawan at sa bulsa ang maputukan.  Fireworks and firecrackers should only be used outdoors unless you want your house to become one big fireworks display. Mag-ipon din ng maraming tubig bago sumapit ang hatinggabi ng Pasko at New Year para may pang-apula ng apoy sakaling magkasunog.  So you can stay safe from and save on firecrackers and fireworks, consider that you’re “blowing up” money every time you use one.  Manood na lang ng fireworks para hindi na kailangang gumastos.

Secure your home.
If you’re leaving town for short vacation or staying out late to party, make sure that all doors and windows at home are locked.  Iwanan din ang ilang ilaw na nakabukas.  Do not broadcast to the whole world that you're going on vacation.  Secretly tell a trusted neighbor that your family will be away for awhile and ask that they look after the house.  Or you may ask a relative to stay in the house while you’re away.  Mahirap kapag walang nakabantay sa bahay, baka malimas lahat ng gamit mo.
 
Eat and drink moderately.
When you’re attending a party almost every day, it’s so easy to overeat and drink too much.  Be conscious of how much you’re eating and drinking this holiday season.  It doesn’t pay to overstuff yourself for a few weeks in December only to spend the rest of the year trying to get rid of the excess weight.  Don’t allow yourself to gain more than 1 to 2 kilos during the Christmas season, so that it won’t be too hard for you to get back to your pre-Christmas weight.  Makakaiwas ka rin sa highblood at mataas na cholesterol kapag kinontrol mo ang iyong pagkain at pag-inom.  I know of people who suffered a stroke shortly after the holidays apparently due to overindulgence of unhealthy food & drinks.  Do your heart, your waistline and your wallet a big favor – eat and drink smart.
 
May you all have a Blessed Christmas.  Enjoy the holidays and stay safe!


Source: 
Alvin T. TabaƱag
http://www.pinoysmartsavers.com

 
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Wednesday, December 15, 2010

Biggest Christmas Bazaar @ World Trade 2010

On it's 10th year, the World Bazaar Festival at the World Trade Center in Pasay City still remains the biggest Christmas bazaar in the Philippines. Practically covering every available square inch of World Trade, the hundreds of booths sell almost every imaginable Christmas gift you can think of -- and they're all on sale!

You can also catch celebrities from ABS-CBN (who have a Kapamilya Village there) such as regular participants: Umagang Kay Ganda hosts Rica Peralejo and Donita Rose, who will be selling shoes and clothes in their shared stall.

Pinoy Big Brother’s first ever Big Winner Nene Tamayo, also a familiar face in the Festival, sells branded items, like bags and accessories on her booth with fellow PBB Winner Bea Saw of PBB Season 2. Tamayo is now on her fifth year stint as a holiday entrepreneur, as she’s been with World Bazaar for the past four years.
Come early on a weekday, say 12 noon. By 3 in the afternoon, the place is packing. They're open till 10pm until December 16th only. Gogogo!

And there they go....!
Eat before you shop -- there's a food area at the back
Lots of Santas around

Early shopper
Shoppers build up in a few minutes from opening
Textile section
Havaianas is a hit!
50% off!!! Now you know why many ladies flock here.
Another hit...Hello Kitty. There are about 4 booths.
Stuffed toys and many others!
Kapamilya Stars galore!

 The World Bazaar festival is organized by Worldbex International.





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