Day 29 – Something you could never get tired of doing

Believing.

This is one thing that I have been doing and will never get tired of doing for as long as I live. I may not be "that" religious but I have faith, I believe that everything is dependent on the Almighty Allah's mercy.

Day 28 – Your favorite movie

I love movies. My favorite movies for 2011 are the following:

I have not watched Transformers yet.. I have high expectations on Twilight's Breaking Dawn, Reel Steel, Larry Crown and Harry Potter 7 2/2.

Day 27 – A picture of you last year and now and how you have changed since then

About 1 year, 1 month and 2 days ago I was a beautiful bride..

Today, I am a happy housewife ;)

Day 26 – A photo of somewhere you've been to

Hong Kong DISNEYLAND! ;)

Disney Train :)

OCEAN PARK, HK

Our first official honeymoon -- in Hong Kong!

Day 25 – What's in your purse?

My coach purse basically has everything I need for on-the-go-fix :-)

1. Notebook
2. Pen
3. Coin purse with keys
4. Ventolin inhaler (in case of emergency)
5. USB
6. Camera
7. Lip stick
8. Mirror
9. Medicine
10. IDs and cards
11. Digital camera
12. Shine control papers (with instant matte finish)
13. VIP name cards
14. Chocolate or anything sweet

Day 24 – A photo of something that means something to you

LOVE is what is important to me. ;)

Love is important. It is what unites, moves mountains and makes the world go round.

Day 23 – 15 facts about you

1) Not your average housewife
2) One instance when I don't cover my feet (with socks or stockings): when taking a bath (swimming included)
3) Lights off please -- when I sleep
4) I always order the same thing at ZAGU: regular, chocolate with extra pearls
5) My one and only order at Starbucks: tall Chocolate Cream Chip Frappe with non/low-fat milk
6) Risk-taker and yet loves to calculate everything
7) I can survive without rice
8) I am a cookie monster :)
9) I still buy and collect Hello Kitty stuffs
10) My favorite all-time superhero is Dare Devil, a lawyer at day and defender at night
11) I am not a fan of sour foods like green mangoes and pickles
12) I am a self-confessed OC
13) People misjudge me as silent :)
14) I am actually shy
15) I am a frustrated architect (geez)

Day 22 - A letter to someone who has hurt you recently

Dearest Ignorance,

You may not be one of the seven deadly sins nor a major major sin in the world's three biggest religions but I am sure you have caused more doom than any other sins because you are their common element. You play safe and act cool as if you are harmless. You are nothing but a double-sided disease trying hard to know but doesn't want to learn and understand -- at all. Your influence is becoming popular nowadays. But I am happy to inform you that we, the lovers of wisdom and critical thinking, will beat you at your weakest point. So enjoy your last few moments here on earth.

Leave, ignorance. You are not wanted here or anywhere else in the world. You haven't had a point, ever since. So zip it up. Got it? Disappear forever!


Your worst nightmare,
Khal

Day 21 – A photo of something that makes you happy

Something that makes me happy? Something? Not someone? hahaha If it's someone, then obviously, he has to be my one and only. But if it's something, then I cannot think of one thing but many things..

1.) Fried bananas for breakfast
2.) Champorado (chocolate porridge)
3.) Tsokolate (native hot choco)
4.) Being able to wear socks all day long! (happiness + comfort)
5.) Warm baths
6.) Receiving at least 2 funny text messages or wise quotes per day
7.) Lots of hugs (and kisses too!)
8.) Ice cream!
9.) Being first in line
10.) Warm meal

*Pictures will be posted soon.*

Day 20 – The meaning behind your blog name

MY KHALEIDOSCOPE WORLD -- I have been digging the word kaleidoscope since third year high school; had it not been for Daniel Steel's super-drama Kaleidoscope novel, I would not have a novel analysis. I just love the idea of a thing where all colors can be seen depending on the angle, where different colors meet at a certain point and create a beautiful mosaic of everything about reality. Perhaps a kaleidoscope reflects who I am, perhaps not. I would like to believe that I am eclectic, especially my ethical principles, and I see truth as something relative. Everything is a matter of perspective -- how one sees one is relative. And because my nickname is Khal, viola! I decided to coin the two words: Khal + kaleidoscope = Khaleidoscope. To make it more personalized, I added "[M]y" at the beginning and ended it with "[W]orld."

Day 19 – Another picture of yourself

As of April 3, 2011

It's been almost 30 long days since my last blog and I feel terrible for failing in my 30-day blog challenge. Although the bad internet connection is not really a justifiable excuse, I believe it ain't too late to redeem my soiled reputation. LOL

Anyway, this is my latest picture. This was taken inside our house in CDO prior to my Sunday date with hubby at Ketkai.

Day 18 – Something you crave a lot

Source

Keebler Soft Batch Cookies -- uhmmm so soft, so chocolatey, so perfect for a chocolate chip! I have been craving for this for so long now.. I cannot remember the last time I had Keebler. I cannot find this in CDO.

Day 17 – A photo of you and your family

(Top left to bottom right) Faiz the bunso, Abde my hubby, Habib the middle child, yours the most beautiful daughter (haha), Papa and Mama

Day 16 – Your celebrity crush

Gerard Butler

Ever since Phantom of the Opera, I have been laying my eyes on this Hollywood ultimate hunk, Gerard Butler.  He mesmerized me in 300 and stole my heart in P.S. I love You.  Perhaps it was his character roles that added cherries on top, or maybe it was his great acting. 

P.S. He may have mesmerized and stole my heart, but only on the superficial level. *winks*

Day 15 – Something you don't leave the house without

Lipstick

.. and a big wide SMILE!

Day 14 – A TV show you're currently addicted into

GREY'S ANATOMY

I never missed a single episode of Grey's Anatomy..

GLEE :)

Even if I feel like I am "slightly" old for Glee, I still enjoy their teenage dreams and dramas.

Day 13 – Your favorite musician(s) and why

I love the artistry of her music; the poetically captivating lyrics add drama.

The genius in jazz.

Steven Tyler is truly a one of a kind musician. He is endangered and special.

There is something about this family of musician that makes me love them regardless of what music they play.

Voice + lyrics = complete package.

Day 12 – A photograph of the town(s) you live in

Cagayan de Oro City

Marawi City

Day 11 - What's in your make up kit?

As you can see, I am a fan of Mary Kay, Maybeline and Estee Lauder.

Day 10 – A photo of your favorite place to eat

My favorite fastfood in US -- orange chicken and beef broccoli, where art thou?

My personal favorite is their California Maki Twister :-)

Cagayan de Oro's very own Thai Me Up -- I just enjoy every taste of their food and every detail of the place.

Day 9 – A photo of an item you last purchased

From Toby's :)

Ahem! Yes, all these workout thing-ys

My new toys: a Yoga mat, 4lbs dumbbells, push-up bars, waist trimmer and a grip for the dumbbells

Day 8 – A song to match your mood

*Source*

Firework by Katy Perry :-)

I have been digging this song ever since I got sick. Now that I am almost fully recovered, I still enjoy every line and beat.

Here is the lyrics:

Do you ever feel like a plastic bag
Drifting throught the wind
Wanting to start again

Do you ever feel, feel so paper thin
Like a house of cards
One blow from caving in

Do you ever feel already buried deep
Six feet under scream
But no one seems to hear a thing

Do you know that there's still a chance for you
Cause there's a spark in you

You just gotta ignite the light
And let it shine
Just own the night
Like the Fourth of July

Cause baby you're a firework
Come on show 'em what you're worth
Make 'em go "Oh, oh, oh!"
As you shoot across the sky-y-y

Baby you're a firework
Come on let your colors burst
Make 'em go "Oh, oh, oh!"
You're gunna leave 'em fallin' down-own-own

You don't have to feel like a waste of space
You're original, cannot be replaced
If you only knew what the future holds
After a hurricane comes a rainbow

Maybe you're reason why all the doors are closed
So you could open one that leads you to the perfect road
Like a lightning bolt, your heart will blow
And when it's time, you'll know

You just gotta ignite the light
And let it shine
Just own the night
Like the Fourth of July

Cause baby you're a firework
Come on show 'em what you're worth
Make 'em go "Oh, oh, oh!"
As you shoot across the sky-y-y

Baby you're a firework
Come on let your colors burst
Make 'em go "Oh, oh, oh!"
You're gonna leave 'em all in awe-awe-awe"

Boom, boom, boom
Even brighter than the moon, moon, moon
It's always been inside of you, you, you
And now it's time to let it through

Cause baby you're a firework
Come on show 'em what your worth
Make 'em go "Oh, oh, oh!"
As you shoot across the sky-y-y

Baby you're a firework
Come on slet your colors burst
Make 'em go "Oh, oh, oh!"
You're gonna leave 'em all in awe-awe-awe

Boom, boom, boom
Even brighter than the moon, moon, moon
Boom, boom, boom
Even brighter than the moon, moon, moon

Spoiler: My New Workout Craze

Geez. The excitement that I have for my latest workout craze is enormous. (Disclaimer: As of 1:12pm, I have not tried it yet, all I am saying is that I am excited. Haha!) In about three hours, I am going to have a workout -- finally! I will keep this blog posted, promise.

Next week, my hubby and I are going to try the 30-Day Shred by Jillian Michaels. Oh boy, I can't wait.

http://30dayweightlossshred.com/

Day 7 - Your dream wedding

There is something so wonderful about my dream wedding -- I was totally awake the whole time! The dream became into reality last May 15, 2010 at Cheradel Celebrity Dome, Iligan City, Philippines. These are some of the snapshots:
  

Wedding gown was designed by yours truly (with the help of my Mom)

Make-up by Freda (exclusive Mary Kay products), flowers by Heart

My knight in shiny black suit and aubergine tie

Our passport wedding invitation,  postcard picture and description of the venue and ticket-concept wedding guidelines (plus map to venue which was not included in the picture) -- design by yours truly :)

Our entourage: best of friends and closest family

The unforgettable "Walk to Remember"

Our Ninongs

and Ninangs :)

The simplest and most delicious wedding cake.. ever! Chocolate (silver) cupcakes and one 12" cake with fondant icing!

Two loving people -- this is the first and most essential ingredient to a successful wedding.. and marriage.

The best part of it all? It was a fun and stress-free wedding.

With the Balisado family :)

With my husband's immediate family :)

Photobooth experience (c/o Clickworks)

As we exchange rings and vows.. Photography by George Cipriano