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10.02.2014
8.12.2014
A few of my favorite things #9
A few of my favorite things #9
1. SP Chocnut
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| Super sized Chocnut!!! |
2. Bread Talk Cakes
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| Bread Talk's gorgeous cakes in display. |
I think Bread Talk makes lovely cakes,just the right "frou" with the the right touch "kawaii" : 3 It's a nice alternative to Red Ribbon and Goldilocks cakes - para maiba naman. Hope to be able to try out all the flavors. Dear, dear, dear... : D
3. Buko Juice
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| Nothing beats ice cold fresh buko juice. |
Sure there are :sanitized" easy to drink buko juices available in tetra packs in supermarkets but buko straight from manong cart is what enjoy drinking best. All the nutrients and goodness of the buko, as well as added "flavorings" from the surroundings makes this the best thrist quencher available on the streets hands down.
What about you? What are you craving for now?
Post below, I'd love to hear about it.
TTFN,
Didilights
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6.30.2014
A few of my favorite things #8: Keep Calm and Watch Movies
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| This is Di Dilights entry to the "Keep Calm and Watch Movies" blog contest. |
Growing up I would always look forward to movie nights with my family, my dad would set up his own makeshift movie theatre at home - complete with surround sound, projector screen, and popcorn. We would turn off all the lights, play the laserdisc player, and turn the sound way way up until the windows would tremble and shake at every explosion. Fun times!!!
When asked what movie made me fall in love with watching movies there was no one answer I can think of. And so I came up with my must watch list!
1. Jurassic Park
I'll never look at a glass of water the same ever again. |
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2. Total Recall
The scene where his eyeballs bulge out and almost pop-out will make you speechless. |
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3. Fifth Element
This movie was out of this world and advanced for it's time, a visual eye candy feast for the senses. It's comedy will make you laught till your sides hurt and the action keeps you on the edge of your seat. |
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4. Men In Black
A movie to remember, unless you've been flashed by the shiny light. |
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6. Mrs. Doubtfire
Getting hot flashes just got a new definition. |
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But the one that sold me to watching movies would definitely have to be
7. Back to the Future
A memorable, feel good movie! |
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today my favorite would be...
8. Thor!!!
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| Sorry Ic! :p (pic from HS Story) |
Now, I watch movies with my hubby, he is an avid movie watcher. He watches to destress after a long work
day at work and to relax on weekends. He's the guy who would always initiate a movie night and invite a group of people to watch, esp. when there was a new film out. Scheduling these trips would usually take a bit of effort and coordinating but it's well worth the effort.
Before we would usually call up the cinema, check the newspapers, or go online to check movie schedules. These tools helped us check which theater we should head out to in order to get home as early as possible, as we usually had to carpool home.
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| GMovies App |
Now we need not fret, Globe has come to save the day! You can keep yourself updated with the latest movie screening times and cinemas and where they're showing. Globe has launched a new app to help us stay updated with the current and upcoming movie releases on cinemas nationwide.
It's called GMovies, the ultimate pocket app for your movie fix.
To download, search GMovies in your playstore. Just find the movie ticket pictured app and download it to your phone and you've just gained your golden ticket to the movies - except that it's red and not gold.. :p hhe!
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| It's your movie ticket to the cinemas! |
It's the first and only one of its kind in the country as GMovies allows you to begin your movie going experience anytime, anywhere!
Stay updated with the current and upcoming movie releases on cinemas nationwide, get the best seats and buy your movie tickets straight on your smartphones!
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| Want to know where you can watch "Transformers" or "22 Jump Street"? Fret not for it's just a tap away. |
Open the app, pick a cinema, choose a schedule, choose the best seats available, and click to buy tickets. Just input your email and your credit card details, and you'll recieve an e-ticket - easy as pie!
A Php20 fee that is charged, but the convenience this app gives makes this fee worth paying. Imagine not needing to wait in line, not needing to call the cinema to ask for movie schedules or for reservations, and not needing to pay for membership fees.
You'll know exactly where you'll sit, how much you'll pay, and where and when you need to be there. You'll also have instant access to trailers and preview movies that are coming soon. It's just like booking a plane ticket, but easier! Can't wait to try this out, Ic will be soooo excited!
So what are you waiting for? Download this app now!!! :D
This film-tastic mobile app is FREE for download for both Android and iOS users.
Fully enjoy the GMovies experience by following:
- GMovies on Facebook
- @GMoviesApp on Twitter
- @GMovies on Instagram
- GMovies on Youtube
visit GMovies on www.gmovies.ph.
Do you want a chance at #movieallyoucan passes??? Just comment below on 'What movie made you fall in love with watching movies?'
ttfn :D
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6.19.2014
Good to be back!
I'm back!
Sorry for being away for so long, I've had major life events happen this last year. I was proposed to, engaged, prenup pictures, planned for the wedding, tied the knot, went on a honeymoon, and fixed up our own pad.
Exciting, exciting things and now I am a "Mrs." I'll give you time to let that sink in, as I'm still getting used to it.
I'll be posting soon! So keep in touch.
See ya around ^^,
Sorry for being away for so long, I've had major life events happen this last year. I was proposed to, engaged, prenup pictures, planned for the wedding, tied the knot, went on a honeymoon, and fixed up our own pad.
Exciting, exciting things and now I am a "Mrs." I'll give you time to let that sink in, as I'm still getting used to it.
I'll be posting soon! So keep in touch.
See ya around ^^,
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11.12.2013
How you can help: Typhoon Yolanda Relief
In light of the devastation that Typhoon Yolanda has left in the Visayas I urge everyone to pray for the people and situation there. Give what you can and offer what you can. Now is the time to act and to help. I am sure that we will be able to rise up and move forward from this with God's mercy and grace!
Here below are some ways you can help.
(Updated as of November 12, 2013)
Philippine Airlines will start the free airlifting of critical supplies and relief goods for victims of typhoon Yolanda in the hardest hit areas of the Visayas region following the resumption of operations of some of the affected airports.
The PAL Humanitarian Cargo Grant, which is open to government agencies, SEC-registered foundations, non-profit and charitable organizations will cover the following necessities: medicines, medical supplies, hygiene products; toiletries such as new underwear, and ready-to-eat products such as dried fish and dried fruits, which cannot be readily sourced in the affected areas.
To help ensure the efficient processing and delivery of goods, PAL said that only donors under the said categories, duly-registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission, will be eligible to avail of the grant.
To maximize cargo space for these critical necessities, the grant will not include products that are either already distributed by the local government units or available near the calamity-stricken areas. These include canned goods such as sardines, noodles, and bottled water.
PAL will fly the goods on a space availability basis.
Donors only need to contact the PAL Foundation at telephone numbers (02) 851-2980 or (02) 8526090 (telefax) or email palfoundation@pal.com.ph and provide their name, the contact information of the consignee, and a list of the contents of the shipment.
The PAL Foundation will then contact the donors to inform them whether their shipments are eligible for free airlift.
IT'S TIME TO BE OF GREAT HELP!
With the urgent need for food and other products in the disaster areas, we would like to announce a 50+10 VitaMeal matching donation program with immediate effect until December 31, 2013.
For every 50 bags of VitaMeal, our company in cooperation with Nourish The Children Foundation & Nu Skin's Force For Good Mission will match it with 10 bags. As you read this, we are already sending some Vitameal products which we have on hand. Food is most needed in the disaster-stricken areas so we will be needing all the help we can get. We are in a business to be a FORCE FOR GOOD, we live by this commitment.
FYI: Vitameal is a FDA approved combination of rice & lentil. It provides calories and protein with 25 essential vitamins and minerals. It boosts immune system and prevents diseases from spreading.
Godbless! Basta't sama-sama, kayang kaya! Thank you!
Should you wish to donate, 1 bag of Vitameal can feed 30-50 people, contact Angelene Ong at 09224031373 if you wish to help!
Hi!
If you have time and resources, please help! Please see attached letter.
Ptr. Asser Padrillan and Ptr. Rex Llavore will be our contact for the area their church is currently an evacuation center for their island in Iloilo. They will also be partnering with Operation Blessing, who were just in Bohol recently due to the earthquake, to forward the donated items to the locale. You can contact Ptr. Asservia their CP 09498547487 and 0932887417 or drop your items off at Rhyme Lab Learning Center 71-C Xavier St. Greenhills, San Juan, Philippines.
Thank you,
The Covenant Singers
Read this article to know why Money is usually the best thing to give - Don’t Send Shoes or Breast Milk or Teddy Bears to the Philippines. Send Money!
HELP US THRU:
1.) National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Center (NDRRMC)
Account Name : NDRRMC Donated Funds
Account Numbers: 0435-021927-030 (Peso Account);
0435-021927-530 (Dollar Account);
Swift Code : DBPHPHMM Account #36002016
Address: Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP), Camp Aguinaldo Branch, PVAO Compound, Camp Aguinaldo, Quezon City, Philippines 1110
Contact Person: Ms. Rufina A. Pascual
Contact Number: (632) 421-1920;911-5061 to 65 local 116
Email : accounting@ocd.gov.ph; website : www.ndrrmc.gov.ph
2.) Philippine Red Cross (PRC)
www.redcross.org.ph; Tel. (632)527-0000
Banco De Oro: (Peso)00-453-0018647; (Dollar) 10-453-0039482;
Swift Code: BNORPHMM
Metrobank: (Peso)151-3-041631228; (Dollar)151-2-15100218-2;
Swift Code: MBTCPHMM
Philippine National Bank: (Peso)3752 8350 0034; (Dollar) 3752 8350 0042; Swift Code: PNBMPHMM
Unionbank of the Philippines: (Peso)1015 4000 0201; (Dollar) 1315 4000 0090; Swift Code: UBPHPHMM
3.) Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD)
Account No.: 3124-0055-81
Bank Branch Address: Land Bank of the Philippines,
Batasan, Quezon City, Philippines
Contact Person: Ms. Fe Catalina Ea
Contact No.: (632)931-8101 local 226; CP(632)918-628-1897
Website: www.dswd.gov.ph
4.) Click the line for more venues for donating
How to Help
We
pray for the protection of the donations to our fellow Filipinos who
were devastated by the recent calamities. We bind the spirit of
corruption and stealing in the Name of Jesus. We declare that the money
will be in good hands. Amen.
Pic Via : Albert Millo
Be a Sagip Kapamilya Volunteer!
Sa lahat po ng interested to #volunteer for #ABSCBN Sagip Kapamilya just call 411-4995
2. GMA Kapuso Foundation
3. Tabang Norte & Tabang Tacloban
Let's help our fellow brothers and sisters in Northern parts of Cebu who were affected by the typhoon Yolanda.
The team has decided to change our relief goods formula based on a survey we did last Sunday, Nov. 10.
So to those who wish to donate in kind, we highly encourage you to send in your goods repacked in this formula:
1+1+2+2+2+3
1 L water
1 Matchbox,
2 Kilos Rice
2 canned goods (ready-to-eat)
2 sachet goods (ready-to-eat)
3 large candles.
(** "ready-to-eat" : i.e. pork and beans, sardines, tuna, vienna sausage..etc.)
Other items you can donate:
Trapal, Mats, Blankets
Basic Construction Materials (martilyo, gabas, dakong lansang, etc.)
Medications (antibiotics, Calmoseptine (anti-itch), analgesics, antipyretics, Oresol Salts, Cough medicines)
*** Please LABEL and itemize your boxes/ sacks with #tabangNorthernCebu or #tabangLEYTE.
DROP OFF AREAS:
Kukuk's/Turtle's Nest - Gorordo Ave.
Gals' bakery - Tipolo and Hermag branch
MINT Dental - Mango Ave. across Jollibee Gorordo
Bridging Homes Learning Center - La Guardia, Lahug
PLEASE send an SMS to Zsa Zsa Garcia (09336217797) before dropping off your goods and please state which area you dropped off your goods.
*** GRAND REPACKING day for Northern Cebu this coming Friday, November 15, 2013 at Ranudo St., just across Casino Español. Martinez residence (Big black gate). Volunteers are very welcome.
Thank you and remember, your share, their hope...
4. For a list more venues that are in need of volounteers click the link below.
Compilation of Relief Centers
10 Things Filipinos Shouldnt Do On Social Networks
Palace: 'Don't take advantage of misery of fellow Pinoys
Here below are some ways you can help.
Send items via Philippine Airlines
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| from the FB Page of PAL |
(Updated as of November 12, 2013)
Philippine Airlines will start the free airlifting of critical supplies and relief goods for victims of typhoon Yolanda in the hardest hit areas of the Visayas region following the resumption of operations of some of the affected airports.
The PAL Humanitarian Cargo Grant, which is open to government agencies, SEC-registered foundations, non-profit and charitable organizations will cover the following necessities: medicines, medical supplies, hygiene products; toiletries such as new underwear, and ready-to-eat products such as dried fish and dried fruits, which cannot be readily sourced in the affected areas.
To help ensure the efficient processing and delivery of goods, PAL said that only donors under the said categories, duly-registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission, will be eligible to avail of the grant.
To maximize cargo space for these critical necessities, the grant will not include products that are either already distributed by the local government units or available near the calamity-stricken areas. These include canned goods such as sardines, noodles, and bottled water.
PAL will fly the goods on a space availability basis.
Donors only need to contact the PAL Foundation at telephone numbers (02) 851-2980 or (02) 8526090 (telefax) or email palfoundation@pal.com.ph and provide their name, the contact information of the consignee, and a list of the contents of the shipment.
The PAL Foundation will then contact the donors to inform them whether their shipments are eligible for free airlift.
Purchase NuSkin Vitameal Nutripacks
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| from the FB Page of Angelene Ong |
With the urgent need for food and other products in the disaster areas, we would like to announce a 50+10 VitaMeal matching donation program with immediate effect until December 31, 2013.
For every 50 bags of VitaMeal, our company in cooperation with Nourish The Children Foundation & Nu Skin's Force For Good Mission will match it with 10 bags. As you read this, we are already sending some Vitameal products which we have on hand. Food is most needed in the disaster-stricken areas so we will be needing all the help we can get. We are in a business to be a FORCE FOR GOOD, we live by this commitment.
FYI: Vitameal is a FDA approved combination of rice & lentil. It provides calories and protein with 25 essential vitamins and minerals. It boosts immune system and prevents diseases from spreading.
Godbless! Basta't sama-sama, kayang kaya! Thank you!
Should you wish to donate, 1 bag of Vitameal can feed 30-50 people, contact Angelene Ong at 09224031373 if you wish to help!
- "Instead of canned goods, porridge or instant noodles, you can donate bags of Vitameal. It's healthier and a bag can feed upto 30-50 people one meal.Vitameal is a rice and lentil meal packed with 25 vitamins and minerals and essential fatty acids and is a complete meal that not only fills the stomach but rather giving nutrition to help fight diseases that spread in affected areasIt's 1150 per bag thats around 20-40php per meal. You can also donate cash and vitameal bags with the equivalent amount will be donated for you."
Donate directly to a community in Iloilo via The Covenant Singers, Rhyme Lab, & Operation Blessing
Hi!
If you have time and resources, please help! Please see attached letter.
Ptr. Asser Padrillan and Ptr. Rex Llavore will be our contact for the area their church is currently an evacuation center for their island in Iloilo. They will also be partnering with Operation Blessing, who were just in Bohol recently due to the earthquake, to forward the donated items to the locale. You can contact Ptr. Asser
Thank you,
The Covenant Singers
Donate cash directly to local government and organizations
Read this article to know why Money is usually the best thing to give - Don’t Send Shoes or Breast Milk or Teddy Bears to the Philippines. Send Money!
Here is a post of some agencies that you can course your donations to:
from the FB page of Caroline
"For friends abroad, best way to help the typhoon victims in the
Philippines is to donate through cash to avoid logistical problems and
ensure that the best items necessary for relief operations can be
distributed on the ground. Thank you.HELP US THRU:
Account Name : NDRRMC Donated Funds
Account Numbers: 0435-021927-030 (Peso Account);
0435-021927-530 (Dollar Account);
Swift Code : DBPHPHMM Account #36002016
Address: Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP), Camp Aguinaldo Branch, PVAO Compound, Camp Aguinaldo, Quezon City, Philippines 1110
Contact Person: Ms. Rufina A. Pascual
Contact Number: (632) 421-1920;911-5061 to 65 local 116
Email : accounting@ocd.gov.ph; website : www.ndrrmc.gov.ph
2.) Philippine Red Cross (PRC)
www.redcross.org.ph; Tel. (632)527-0000
Banco De Oro: (Peso)00-453-0018647; (Dollar) 10-453-0039482;
Swift Code: BNORPHMM
Metrobank: (Peso)151-3-041631228; (Dollar)151-2-15100218-2;
Swift Code: MBTCPHMM
Philippine National Bank: (Peso)3752 8350 0034; (Dollar) 3752 8350 0042; Swift Code: PNBMPHMM
Unionbank of the Philippines: (Peso)1015 4000 0201; (Dollar) 1315 4000 0090; Swift Code: UBPHPHMM
3.) Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD)
Account No.: 3124-0055-81
Bank Branch Address: Land Bank of the Philippines,
Batasan, Quezon City, Philippines
Contact Person: Ms. Fe Catalina Ea
Contact No.: (632)931-8101 local 226; CP(632)918-628-1897
Website: www.dswd.gov.ph
4.) Click the line for more venues for donating
How to Help
Be good stewards of the donations given
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| from the fb page of Cheridel Alejandrino |
Pic Via : Albert Millo
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| from the FB page of Erik |
Where and how to communicate
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| from the fb page of Justine Paolo |
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| from the FB page of GMA news |
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| from the FB page of GMA News |
Help in the packing of relief goods
1. ABS-CBN Sagip Kapamilya
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| from the FB page of ABS-CBN |
Sa lahat po ng interested to #volunteer for #ABSCBN Sagip Kapamilya just call 411-4995
2. GMA Kapuso Foundation
3. Tabang Norte & Tabang Tacloban
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| from the fb page of Tabang Norte Cebu and Tabang Tacloban |
The team has decided to change our relief goods formula based on a survey we did last Sunday, Nov. 10.
So to those who wish to donate in kind, we highly encourage you to send in your goods repacked in this formula:
1+1+2+2+2+3
1 L water
1 Matchbox,
2 Kilos Rice
2 canned goods (ready-to-eat)
2 sachet goods (ready-to-eat)
3 large candles.
(** "ready-to-eat" : i.e. pork and beans, sardines, tuna, vienna sausage..etc.)
Other items you can donate:
Trapal, Mats, Blankets
Basic Construction Materials (martilyo, gabas, dakong lansang, etc.)
Medications (antibiotics, Calmoseptine (anti-itch), analgesics, antipyretics, Oresol Salts, Cough medicines)
*** Please LABEL and itemize your boxes/ sacks with #tabangNorthernCebu or #tabangLEYTE.
DROP OFF AREAS:
Kukuk's/Turtle's Nest - Gorordo Ave.
Gals' bakery - Tipolo and Hermag branch
MINT Dental - Mango Ave. across Jollibee Gorordo
Bridging Homes Learning Center - La Guardia, Lahug
PLEASE send an SMS to Zsa Zsa Garcia (09336217797) before dropping off your goods and please state which area you dropped off your goods.
*** GRAND REPACKING day for Northern Cebu this coming Friday, November 15, 2013 at Ranudo St., just across Casino Español. Martinez residence (Big black gate). Volunteers are very welcome.
Thank you and remember, your share, their hope...
4. For a list more venues that are in need of volounteers click the link below.
Compilation of Relief Centers
Post responsibly
Read this article for things we should avoid posting in this time of tragedy10 Things Filipinos Shouldnt Do On Social Networks
Don't take advantage of your fellow men
Read this article regarding what ourPalace: 'Don't take advantage of misery of fellow Pinoys
Donate to other institutions
Eat out
When eating out you can also support by going to restaurants that have pledged a portion of their sales to helping the people affected by the typhoon. More info here.9.30.2013
Free Stock Photography
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| Creativity is the ability to introduce order into the randomness of nature. ~ Eric Hoffer |
Hi dear readers :)
There's a saying that goes a picture's worth a thousand words and for this post I'd just like to share with you and repost lovefromginger of some sites that give Hi-resolution stock photos for free.
Enjoy!
1) http://unsplash.com/
Unsplash has a number of Hi-res nature stills that take your breath away. The pictures there range from wide range scenic locations to closeup details of flora and fauna.
2) http://morguefile.com/
Morguefile's images range from product and people shots with movement and emotion. It also has architectural and nature details and has a wide range of stock photos for you to choose from.
3) http://deathtothestockphoto.com/
Subscribe to deathtothestockphoto and you'll receive stock photography in your inbox regularly. The photo's are of products, nature, and some are even surreal artistic shots of the daily and mundane done artfully. Their architechtural shots and skyline are also awesome.
4) limelanephotography
Limelanephotography has photos that have a nostalgic feel to them. I can just imagine being down under and enjoying basking in the sunlight whilst sipping a cup of coffee by your kitchen counter. It's old school with a fresh take.
4) freehdwalls
Here in freehdwalls you'll find high definition screen images free to use. From graphics to artistic product shots to people. You'll have a wide range of pictures to choose from. You can just choose from amongst their many categories and selections.
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8.23.2013
8.07.2013
Sister's Sweetness: Homemade Cakes & Pastries
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| Looking for a sweet treat to give or a scrumptious dessert to gift? Why don't you try out Sister's Sweetness goodies and sweet delights! |
Let me introduce to you an office favorite, Sister's Sweetness ~ Home Made Cakes & Pastries. Sisters's Sweetness is a home based cake and pastry shop. Using only the finest ingredients to make sure that their clients get goodness out of every bite. Mrs. Crispina Chang, is the head chef behind these scrumptious tasty desserts. Much love is poured into each batch as she personalizes each treat to fit the occasion.
7.02.2013
A few of my favorite things #7 - Sites to see
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| My top picks on the www! |
It's been a while since my last post and to start things off let's do another "A few of my favorite things post" :D
ohhh.. aaaaand it's also my first post as didilights, le'ts make this a good one! ;)
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| Alternative to Google Reader |
#1 Feedly
Today marks the 2nd day of the death of Google Reader... :( *tear* but fret not! There are lots of better options out there. Sure it won't have the simple interface that the old reader had... because it's so much more interesting and useful. My first choice out of all of the new readers out there would be feedly.com.
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6.17.2013
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