The Pyro Olympics has become a yearly event here in the country. Since its debut last 2005, I’ve been trying to get a chance to take photographs of the fireworks. However, due to the cost of getting a good view of the fireworks, I kept missing the chance until this year. For this year, my bf and I were able to reserve a table at MOA’s UCC, where you can view the show perfectly. We were able to watch team Portugal and UK light up Manila’s skies. Below are some of the lucky shots I’ve taken.

Team Portugal is up first.

Portugal team lights up the sky!

Starbursts!

so happy I got this shot.

Amazing ending for team Portugal

It’s team UK’s turn to wow the crowd:

Like blooming flowers

fun fun fun!

wow

Do you see the island with palm trees?

Colorful ending for team UK

Happy New Year!

2010 arrived and left in a blaze. And just like that a decade has ended. Back when I was kid, time seemed to go by slowly as I anxiously waited for my birthday, the summer vacation and the holidays. I guess when you reach a certain age, it seems that time is going faster than it should.

So this is my hello to 2011. I hope you’ll be nice to me.

In just 23 hours, this side of the world will be celebrating Christmas day. The holiday season is one of those times that  makes me miss being a student, because back then I had a ‘holiday break’. After two years of being part of the workforce, I have never really had a decent holiday break. Well, it’s definitely not like it used to. Ah, the simple of joys of childhood.

About two weeks ago, I planned to post my wish list just in case someone should stumble upon the post and generously decide to send me a gift. But with just a few hours before Christmas, it’s probably too late to post the list. Well, since I have my wish list typed out already, I might as well post it.

My Top 5 Christmas Wishlist

1. Fuji Instamax

White Fuji Instamax

I’ve been hunting down this camera for so long. So far, I haven’t found any Fuji Metro Manila branches that carry the Instamax cameras. Only local online sellers have them.

2. iPod Touch

The iPod Touch

I have always wanted an iPod since it came out. However, the thing is ridiculously expensive, especially when you know that another upgraded version will be coming out in the next few months. I’ve been holding out from getting one for several years now. But now, I really really want one. I’ve already arranged my iTunes playlist in preparation for it. If I don’t get one this Christmas, I might get one next year as a birthday present for myself.

3. Canon Powershot S95

Canon S95

And yes, another camera. This one is a point-and-shoot camera that should be easy to carry around. I already have a Canon EOS 400D camera, however, it’s quite bulky. Carrying it around especially during vacation trips is quite a pain. Sometimes, I just want something in hand to easily capture the moment and not worry about all the controls. The Canon Powershot S95 should be perfect for that purpose.

4. Canon Speedlite 580EX II

Speedlite 580EX II

The Speedlite 580 EX II will definitely compliment my Canon EOS 400D. I’ve been wanting AND needing one for several years now. It makes me wonder why I didn’t just buy one.

5. Boxing Gloves

Boxing Gloves

The boxing gloves seem really out of place in this gadget-full wish list but it’s something I’ll be able to use. I’ve recently tried out boxing and I’ve enjoyed it so far. Currently, I’m training using my own hand wraps while borrowing any of the gloves in the gym. And really, the gym’s boxing gloves are not, uhm, pleasant to use. I’ve held out buying my own gloves because I wanted to try out the training first and see if I’ll actually stick to it.

After several training sessions and using the nth smelly gym gloves, I think it’s about time that I have my own boxing gloves. I’ll most likely get myself one but it wouldn’t hurt if someone gifts it to me. And no, I don’t really want the diamond crusted boxing gloves.

And that’s it for my Top 5 Wish List. I have several runners up but I’ll save it for my birthday.

Happy Holidays!

2010. Day 1. As our neighbors blast their fireworks, we stood behind the comforts of our house gate and watched as our skies lit up. We did join the chaos by contributing the much needed noise to drive away the bad spirits or bad vibes which threaten to ruin the beginning of the New Year. And with this merry welcome, 2010 arrives at our side of the world.

Goodbye 2009! You’ve been a good-bad year.

Thank you for making 2009 memorable.

I’m excited for the greater things to come. Hello 2010!

It’s been a busy month. Anyway,

Happy Holidays!!!