A terrific dream in the making

I finally decided to quit my job a couple of months ago and put up a business of my own. Coming from a demanding and stressful job, I guess it's time for me to fulfill my dreams. I just can't believe it took me this long to realize where to invest my time and savings.

I've spearheaded several events for the companies I used to work for - from budget proposals, supplier selection, detailed work plan schedules, logistics preparations to effective executions. Now, with my whole family to support me on my new endeavor, it's definitely time for me to put my expertise to the table.

After going through extensive trainings and seminars, my mom and I decided to put up our own events management and catering business, called Caterrific Catering Services (thanks to my ever reliable partner in crime, PJ, for suggesting the name!). We cater to all kinds of corporate and private or personal events, from serving breakfast, luncheons, dinners, and buffets for wedding receptions, parties, trainings, seminars, and private events like family gatherings and romantic dinners for two.

So if you're looking for a partner to make your events a successful one, without having to worry too much about exceeding your budget, then why don't you try us out? Check out our website for more details.

Thinking catering? Think Caterrific! We're more than a caterer.

Backseat driving

My son CJ, always mimics his dad when driving.. Here's one way to know if your child can be a good driver in the future.. =)

The newest addition to our growing family tree

Warmest wishes to my sister Reich, who is now a new mom to a healthy and cute baby boy - Santino Lorenzo Calpo.

Btw, my nephew's first name was actually my idea.. Fresh from watching "Goal 1" and "Goal 2" in dvd, I went to my parents' place and blurted out to my sister that "Santi" is a good name to consider in their list (Santi, short for Santiago was the name of the lead character in the movie). Who would have thought that both parents of Santino have the same grandfather's name, Santiago? So there it goes...

To our little Santi, welcome to the family! ..can't wait for your toddler years!

Grand Riverstone Village (Sta. Rosa, Laguna, Philippines)

For those who are looking for a nice and affordable place to live in, check out the Grand Riverstone Village in Dita, Sta. Rosa, Laguna. We went there this afternoon to see the model units, and I have to admit that the place is not bad at all. In fact, this could be a promising investment for those who are looking for a house and lot in the south area. After all, Sta. Rosa, Laguna is now a city and developments have been very evident with the rising of different malls and establishments. To give you an idea, below are 2 sample computations:

1. Lot area: 36sqm
Floor Area: 22sqm

Total Contract Price: 550,000
Down payment: 50,000 or 3750 for 12 months
Monthly Amortization for 25 years is 3,884

2. Lot area: 45 sqm
Floor area: 22 sqm

Total Contact price: 613,000
Down Payment: 43,000 or 3166.67 for 12 months
Monthly amortization for 25 years is 4,457.00

Interested? Don't let this good opportunity pass! Call/text Rubi Teruel (63.9209199874), and she'll give you more details on this new housing project of PAG-IBIG.

Baguio City: Panagbenga Festival 2008 schedule

It's February once again! Aside from Valentine's day, one of the things I look forward to during this month is the celebration of Baguio City's Panagbenga Festival - commonly known as the flower festival of the Philippines.

I certainly hope we can get-away from work for at least 3 days this month to see what Baguio City has prepared for this year. It was too bad that we missed to go there last year, for some reasons I don't remember now..

Thanks btw to my office mate Quick, for sharing with me the schedule for this year, which I'm happy to share with you also.. :)

FEBRUARY 1 - GRAND OPENING> DRUM AND lYRE AND Street Dancing, Opening and Blessing of Market Encounter.

FEBRUARY 22-24 - Abanao Nights= nightlife

FEBRUARY 23- GRAND OPENING PARADE> Parade composed of schools…

FEBRUARY 24- PARADE OF FLOATS AND BANDS> most awaited time which you can see a thousand flowers bloom and the bands on thier exhibitions…

FEBRUARY 24- MARCH 2- SESSION ROAD IN BLOOM> be at our very own Session Road and have the arts of the city be urs…

MARCH 2- CLOSING CEREMONIES WITH PLAYGROUND DEMONSTRATIONS AND EXHIBITIONS