Monday, August 16, 2010

Me as a Blogger

I've been blogging since two years ago but unfortunately I haven't been able to spend as much time doing this as I would have preferred since I'm always swamped with a gazillion things to do. But every time I do, I feel this satisfaction and release from all the tension and stress of the day. I've had a love for writing ever since I can remember and blogging seems like a validation of sorts that I can indeed write (or at least I think I can). I'm sure other bloggers feel the same way. To answer the question "What is your most memorable experience as a blogger?" I would have to say the first few days I started blogging and/or the time I have just started setting up my blog. There were a lot of conceptualizing and decision making as to the blog's "look" and what kind of posts will I write to make the blog more interesting and worth visiting. I finally came to a conclusion that I can just write about my thoughts and everything that's happening in my life and around me for that matter. That's also the reason why I came up with the name "Me, Myself & the City (Nothing, anything and everything)". I know that my blog has a long way to go to be at par with the more popular blogs in the blogosphere but I can honestly say that I'm proud of what I've achieved as a blogger and I am looking forward to writing more interesting stuff.

This post is my official entry to Red's 1st Blogversary Contest (http://redamethyst.blogspot.com/2010/08/reds-1st-blogversary-contest.html).

Sunday, August 15, 2010

Red's 1st Blogversary Contest



Three ways to win in this contest: Blog post entry, highest pointer, and raffle draw but the highest pointer will get the biggest prize.

Required Tasks:
  1. Blog about the contest with contest badge and sponsor. Just copy and paste the code in the website http://redamethyst.blogspot.com/2010/08/reds-1st-blogversary-contest.html : (50 points)
  2. Subscribe to Red's feeds which can also be found in her website: (25points each)
  3. Place the contest badge on your sidebar (10 points)
  4. Create a post about your most memorable experience as a blogger. Indicate at the beginning or end of your article that it’s your official entry to the contest with contest link. Click here to leave your blog post URL, so other bloggers can visit it. Winners will be judged by relevance to the theme and by post popularity through number of comments. So, invite your friends to comment on your entry.
Fill up the form in http://redamethyst.blogspot.com/2010/08/reds-1st-blogversary-contest.html so your entries will be counted.

Below are the contest sponsors:

MAJOR SPONSORS

MINOR CASH SPONSORS (arrange alphabetically)

113 TidbitsA Walk through my NotebookARTsy NikoBetter Interpersonal CommunicationBon ViantBusy ReadingCaffeinated MuseCharming JunkieChubby Mommy MeCouple’s TripDesigner’s DepotElai’s Precious AngelEverything NiceFat Girl No MoreFree Famous QuotesFree Flash Games OnlineFun Family VacationGet Smart BlogHealth and Beauty GeekHealthy YobibHome BuddiesI am a woman, hear me rawr In Between the CoversInvest and Work at HomeIt’s not always about meKiss MiLiving Life to the FullestLove and ThoughtsMake Money Online FreeMake More Money OnlineMelandria's MusingsMike Mamaril: Growing 1 mistake at a timeMy Daily NotesMy So-Called WorldMy Thoughts on Daily LivingNiko’s HomeNursing UniformsOne Proud MommaOur Kids Plus UsPensive ThoughtsPetty Things in LifePop ups of my mindRache PhotographySherryever.comSpices of LifeSporty YobibSpread the WORDTech-ReviveThe Accidental TeacherTopics on EarthWalk With Me
Yz Mamaril

MINOR non-cash SPONSORS

My Blogs

Earn Money Online With RedSimple Pero RockMy Red Hot ReviewsThe Adventurous Little PrinceContest & Giveaway Craze

Prizes:

I. Blog post
  • 1st prize
    • $50 cash thru paypal
    • One month Adgitize coupon worth $14
    • one month ad space
  • 2nd prize
    • $20 cash thru paypal
    • Make up goodies
  • 3rd prize
    • $10 cash thru paypal
    • one month ad space

II. Point System
  • 1st prize
    • $100 cash thru paypal
    • dot COM domain + blog hosting
    • Blog Make over
    • One month Adgitize coupon worth $14
  • 2nd prize
    • $30 cash thru paypal
    • dot COM domain + blog hosting
    • one month ad space
  • 3rd prize
    • $15 cash thru paypal
    • One month Adgitize coupon worth $14
    • one month ad space

III. Raffle Draw for participants with minimum 300 points
  • One month adgitize coupon worth $14
  • 2 -$10 cash thru paypal
  • 4 - $5 cash thru paypal
  • 5000 ec credits
  • 2000 ec credits
  • 3 - 1000 ec credits

Contest is from August 14 - September 14, 2010

Nokia: My Life Promo



The Manila Blogs Family would like to thank all of their readers and loyal followers who have been with them for the past 5 years by giving away FREE Nokia phones. Manila Fitness is giving you the Nokia 3720.

The Nokia 3720 is the phone for active people. It has a Tri-band GSM/GPRS/EDGE support, 2 megapixel camera, autofocus and LED flash, FM radio Stereo with RDS, Bluetooth (with A2DP) and microUSB port. It is IP54 certified – dust and water jets resistant and you can convert the camera light into a flashlight for trail running.

Mechanics:

1. For the Nokia: My Life contest, each contestant will have the chance to gather raffle entries to win the FREE Nokia phone. To gather raffle entries, the contestant may:

a. Comment on http://manilafitness.com/2010/08/16/win-nokia-3720-manila-fitness-nokia-life-promo.html (1 raffle entry): The comment should be a reply to this question: “How does this Nokia phone fit your lifestyle?” Please post just 3 sentences at the maximum.

b. Like Manila Fitness Facebook Fanpage (1 raffle entry).

c. Be a member of their forum and introduce yourself (1 raffle entry).


To get more raffle entries, you can do the following:

d. Create a blog post (3 raffle entries): You can create a blog post, where you can write about the Nokia: My Life contest and the featured phone. Also visit http://www.nokia.com.ph.

e. Update your Facebook wall/status (1 raffle entry per week).

f. Send a Tweet (1 raffle per week): Tweet about the Nokia: My Life contest using the link to their entry.

Please visit http://manilafitness.com/2010/08/16/win-nokia-3720-manila-fitness-nokia-life-promo.html for more details.

Promo period is from Aug 16 – Sept 16, 2010.





Saturday, August 14, 2010

Win a Diaper Bag from ManilaBaby Shop

Manilamommy.com is giving away a Froot Loops diaper and travel bag and a LifeSavers bag from their very own ManilaBaby Shop! The promo period is from Aug. 9, 2010 until Aug. 27, 2010.

The LifeSavers is a super light weight, canvas bag which we use to bring DW’s stuff for overnight trips. This bag has also been used as a laptop bag and can also be used as a school bag for school-aged kids!

The Froot Loops is diaper bag that converts into a stroller bag so that you can have easy access to your baby’s stuff anytime, anywhere!

Both bags have waterproof interiors with lots of pockets. You also get a free extra large changing pad which provides maximum coverage for those public changing stations and a plastic pouch!

Mechanics:

1)
Leave a comment at http://manilamommy.com/2010/08/win-manilababy-bag/comment-page-13/#comment-3041 blog = 1 raffle entrystroller bag

2) Leave a comment at the manilababyshop site (add them as a contact too!) = 1 raffle entry

3) Join the ManilaBaby Shop Facebook fanpage = 1 raffle entry.


TO GET MORE RAFFLE ENTRIES AND GET MORE CHANCES OF WINNING:

4) Tweet about the giveaway in this format: I want to win a diaper bag from @manilababyshop! (http://manilamommy.com/2010/08/win-manilababy-bag/) = 1 entrylifesavers

5) Re-post about this contest in your blog = 5 raffle entries (feel free to use the images in this post)

6) Update your FB status in this format: I want to win a Diaper Bag from @manilababyshop! (http://manilamommy.com/2010/08/win-manilababy-bag/) Please don’t forget to tag manilababy shop in your status update so that they can keep track too = 1 entry


What are you waiting for? Join now!

Tuesday, August 3, 2010

Amazing Grace Amazing Birthday Contest !


To celebrate the blog Amazing Grace's birthday in the blogosphere, she is having a contest which is open here in the Philippines and abroad. It starts on July 22 and ends 43 days after. The winners will be selected through random.org.

PRIZES:

1st Prize :
$50 Cash thru Paypal

5,000 EC Credits
2 Domains with Webhosting

2nd Prize :
$ 30 Cash thru Paypal

2,000 EC Credits
1 Domain with Webhosting

3rd Prize :
$ 20 Cash thru Paypal

2,ooo EC Credits
1 Domain with Webshosting

4th Prize :
2,000 EC Credits

1 Domain with Webhosting

5th Prize :
1,000 EC Credits

1 Domain with Webhosting

Special Prize for US Bloggers only : 5 pcs Lip gloss Collection


How to Join:

1. Blog about the contest with the title Amazing Grace Amazing Birthday Contest!
2. Copy the Prizes , Mechanics and the the list of Sponsors below.
3. Place the link of her other blogs in your blog list: A Walk to Remember, GraciaFashioista, kids turf and A Bucket of Wisdom.
4. Shout the Contest on Facebook.
5. Return to the contest page and leave the URL of your entry.

Sponsors
For Cash & EC Credits
Josie's Files
What's Inside Johanna's Heart
My Life & My Journey Online
CDo Extreme
Just the Tip of an Ice Berg
In Pursuit of Happiness
Mom Write for a Cause
From Asia and Beyond
Sassy Chick's World
Anna's Alabama
Mix N' Match
Embracing my Past, Present and Future
Cups and Lower Case
Foreignpinay.com
Mix and Match Online
The 3 Chies
Home Decors & Gift
Fe's Journey of Life
Made to Worship
Moms Wish list
VivaPinay
Table for Five
Grampys World
Topics on Earth
Moms Up and Downs
Gagay
Pinoy MD
Cacai M's Place
Thoughts Ideas Resources
Cacai's Steps and Journey
Sher
kissmi.info
loveandthoughts.com
Hearts Content
Seasons and Seasoning
Mommy Diary
My Journey to Life
A Journey to Life
Pop Up of my Mind
Peach and Things
Yobib's Tales
A Perfect World
My 3 o'clock Prayer

For 6 Blog Domain and Webhosting
Caffeinated Muse
Pinay SAHM
Crayons and Pencils
Blogger's Nook
Life's Digital Moment
Easy Task Online

For Beauty products
Me and My Passion

Hurry and join now!

Saturday, July 31, 2010

New Orleans Bourbon Street Steaks & Oysters



Last Friday my friend and I went to New Orleans Bourbon Street Steaks & Oysters for a late lunch. Upon entering we were greeted by smiling faces and a nice ambiance. The room was dimly lit and there were artistic drawings on the walls. We ordered the sizzling hot and yummy Rockefeller Oyster, Caesar Salad, and the Baked and Blackened Chicken (delicious roasted chicken with grilled veggies and roasted garlic mashed potatoes). The food tastes heavenly and the serving is more than enough for two people. I like the fact that the food was reasonably priced and that the place was not crowded. I was able to enjoy my meal immensely.

New Orleans Bourbon Street Steaks & Oysters is located at Bonifacio High Street, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig, Metro Manila. Call them at Tel. No. (02) 856-4326 and get to experience the tastes of New Orleans.


Tuesday, July 20, 2010

Win Baked-to-Last Beauty Products from The Body Shop



Female Network
is giving away two sets of Baked-to-Last makeup products, The Body Shop's new line of makeup products. Each kit contains one bronzer, one blush, and four eyeshadows, Just be a registered member of Female Network and share the post by re-blogging, re-tweeting, or posting to social networking sites. Don't forget to include the link back to the article.

Send an email with the link to your post(s), your user name, full name, contact numbers, address and the subject TBS Baked-to-Last Makeup Promo to editors@femalenetwork.com.

Here's the link to the article:

http://www.femalenetwork.com/promos/win-bakedtolast-beauty-products-from-the-body-shop

Browse the photo gallery of the Baked-to-Last makeup products at

http://www.femalenetwork.com/fashion-beauty/photos/baked-to-last-beauty-products-from-the-body-shop


The two lucky winners will be revealed on August 11, 2010.