It's a Fashion Statement, Too!

I have been wearing eyeglasses for 18 years now. Before, I would hate it when people would classify me as a nerd, or someone who has four eyes, and what I hated the most was that I can only wear one kind of eyeglasses for more than a year, since eyeglasses are quite expensive and going for multiple eyeglasses would mean more money spent. On my part, I would always just have to wait until my eyeglasses broke before I could have it replaced.

On my last visit to the optical clinic, I asked the doctor if there are now more people wearing eyeglasses. She said yes, but some of the patients she has were only into getting eyeglasses to make a fashion statement. Hmmm, never have I thought about doing that, since I know eyeglasses could be very expensive, especially if the frame itself is very classy and stylish.

Take a look at these three eyeglasses. Can you guess how much it would cost you should you get all three? Believe it or not, these are just a few of the $ 8 Rx eyeglasses from Zenni Optical. Very pretty, eh? As a woman, I really do want to have eyeglasses that affordable, I can mix and match it with the clothes I wear. Nowadays, people with eyeglasses should certainly know How You Can Start Spending Smart. Times are rough, but it doesn't mean we don't have the right to be fashionable.

Taking a look at these eyeglasses, Zenni Optical is certainly now My favorite high fashion eyeglasses!

Back to School Treat

Back to school days may give most of us a pain in the wallet, especially the parents. For parents with kids wearing eyeglasses, sometimes, it gives more pain when the kids' eyeglasses get lost or breaks because of the kids' hyper nature. When I was much younger, I recall my mom getting angry at me because I would accidentally drop my eyeglasses and it would mean another trip to the optical shop.

Had only there's the $ 8 Rx eyeglasses back when I was younger, for sure my mom would choose it for me. Well, not only do their eyeglasses right on the pocket, I like their designs, too! For girls, I am sure they'd love the yummy colors and decorations on their eyeglasses. Actually, not only can you see Zenni Optical on the Internet, you can also check out Zenni Optical on TV!!!

This back to school season, it's another High Five to Zenni Optical!

Lovers

The SM Mall of Asia bay area really attracts all kinds of people, especially during sunset. My sister said we might not be able to see the sun disappear on the horizon, so while the sun was still preparing to set, I already took some pictures. I recalled sets of pictures from friends / online buddies who took pictures of the sunset from here featuring silhouettes of people sitting by the wall, so I tried the same aspect as well. There were lots of people taking pictures of the sunset, so no one would really suspect that the photographers were already taking pictures of them. Well, it was a silhouette, so I guess it's okay.

*** Jenn ***

W = WordCamp Philippines

September of 2008, I was one of the lucky bloggers who took part of WordCamp here in the Philippines. Even if I was just a newbie in using WordPress as a blog platform that time, I really took the effort in making sure I could be one of the campers because it was the first time it's happening in the Philippines, and I want to be a part of it.

Hmmm... my photo blog is in Blogger, but my travel blog - Jenn Was Here - is in WordPress platform. Actually, the camp wasn't just exclusive for WP bloggers, because I met a few who uses Blogger, although it would be nice if you're in WP, of course.


The day was divided in different classes - all related to blogging and WordPress. It was a very educational time to spend with other bloggers, but I guess the sweetest part of all was being able to have a picture next to the man behind WordPress, Matt Mullenweg. My friend Mabelle and I knew early in the day that if we won't be able to have a picture with him that morning, we would be having a real hard time being photographed with him. If not for Mabelle's determination, I won't be able to have that picture I could certainly brag about. =)


After lunch, all the campers converged in the hall because classes were intended for all. It was also the time when games were played, announcements were told, and upcoming news about WordPress were given. Before we all called it a day, we were able to have a class picture with Mr. Mullenweg. Nice!

The 2009 WordCamp Philippines is now in the works. I am so looking forward to be a part of it again.

*** Jenn ***

ps - the second and last pictures were taken by Mabelle Santiago-Rubia. Thanks, Mabelle!

Karatong Festival Beauty

Continuing with the pictures from Aliwan Fiesta 2009




She isn't the festival queen of the Karatong Festival from Dulag, Leyte but she sure has able to make everyone's eyes glued on her. She was so mesmerizing, she even made it at the front page of a very popular daily newspaper here in the Philippines. The minute she came out to join her group, photographers didn't stop taking pictures of her!

According to the Aliwan Website, Dulag is one of the municipalities situated on the eastern coast of Leyte. In ancient times, Dulagnon communicated using the karatong – a bamboo implement also used to warn of impending danger and to drive away intruders. When Moro invaders ravaged the town to get their golden bell, the natives were allegedly moved by the Nuestra Senora del Refugio and the Senor Santo Nino to tap the karatong to save the town. Since then, it has become a highly progressive town. Dulag’s float is made of 100% bamboo as this is an abundant resource in the municipality. The open bamboo stands for a new beginning for the town, while the cornucopia laden with fruits and grains symbolizes abundance and a bountiful life.

*** Jenn ***