Biz As Usual

Broadband for PC was down couple of days. Despite the fact I made the address change, in their office, at the end of the September, they sent the bill to the wrong address. So, took a taxi and problem was solved, for now.

Had a few drinks last Saturday. Intention was to check the local October fest, but when I arrived the Q was at least half a mile long... So decided to hit other bars and restaurants. Nice evening, I managed to pump my head to iron gate when hopping of the tricycle to the bar. Have to remember, doors are not as high as in Finland.

Made a decision to stay here in Mactan during my b-day party. Going to travel after that. Nicer to celebrate with friends and having a good one.

Bought my first 5kg bag of rice, starting to turn to a local chap.

Ant bite blister

A gross pic of my feet from early days here in Cebu. I was sensitive for certain ants, but nowadays no worries:)

2nd Visa Extension

Done. Damage was P7450 for two months, including U$50 I-Card payment. After two weeks that card should be ready. Only passport was needed, not even photos of my ugly face. They scan the image from your passport. Anyhow, it took two hours of waiting at the immigration office.

Paid my electricity bill at the bank. Helpful security guard offered guidance and what information to fill, no pain in that.

Hot day, maybe few beers now and relaxing. Planned to go to gym, but no food makes me angry:)

Sun is Shining

Yes, after a few darkish day, it is here again, thee Sun! Muy bueno! It was so moist and humid past three days. It started to grow green stuff on my yard, not grass but something else. Well, as said before, temperatures were OK for me.

Second Visa extension is coming soon. This time it is more expensive, almost P8k I guess. Because of I-Card, it is $50 extra cost. After that, under P3k per ~2 months.

My small but useful friend

Here is some Finnish music, at least some local people seems to like it:)
Missä muruseni on

A Finnish Weather

No, not quite. It has been raining through the morning, not heavily about an hour like usually. Can't complain because the temperature is ok:)

Two days ago I did woke up for singing. One of the neighbors had a party going on. Alcohol had something to do with that, according the volume and quality of the entertainment. Nevertheless, it is nice that people are enjoying their life.

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Tropical storm hit here yesterday. Or at least part of it. No pics, due to lights went off. Had to come home in total darkness and it was raining as hell. Water up to my knees. It was great to be back in bed after that.

Durian

My first Durian:) What a smell! Till wondering did I like the taste or not... Have to eat a bit more, then I perhaps can say more. Boracay Coconut Rum goes well with it.

Durian and Rum

Partying last Friday and Saturday. With Sambuca, whiskey and Jägermeister, I managed to spent almost P4500. Not much, but I stayed here in Mactan area, so no overly expensive bars. It was fun:)

Finally I got lazy enough and now I have a cleaning service during the Saturday morning. No more vacuuming and mopping, yes!

 Nite party at Gaisano Mall

A Flu

Using a proxy to access any of my google-related web services. Last Sunday evening I first thought it has to be my browser, firewall, virus etc. settings which are blocking the connection. All other services are working adequately, hence just a short update at this point.

I had a flu last week. No jogging, gym or partying during the last week:) However, I visited in a nice resort nearby, Maribago, if my memory serves me correctly. More info and pics after connection is OK again.

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The resort wasn't a beach resort, but having a really nice swimming pool, garden and facilities. It's owner is a Norwegian guy. Didn't quite catch what was the form of the occupancy, rented houses, hotel or hostel (only ~P1000 per night?). Someone told me that you can rent a long term house or use it as a hostel. The pricing is reasonable, beer only P38 and a western size portion of pork schnitzel with mashed potatoes P200.

Resort in Maribago

Starting to planning my trip to Boracay, big Four O is coming:)
Before that, been invited to a birthday party at the end of October, fiesta!

Cheers!