Pinoy Golfer's Burger Eating Contest

Sharing you more of our funny videos of last week. Burger Eating contest! Enjoy!

Cast: Anthony Fernando, Zanie Boy Gialon, Brent Sumampong, and myself.

The Top 5 Killers of Men

The Top 5 Killers of Men

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Golf Commentary in 4 Languages

In our futile attempt to play golf last week due to the stormy weather, we decided to have some fun out of it and take a shot an another career: acting. Check out our first production video! Brent Sumampong, Zanie Boy Gialon, Anthony Fernando and myself.

Enjoy!

Empire State in Mind

Last month, May 7th and 8th, I visited New York City for the first time since taking an "official" college visit to Columbia University back in October of 2005. I got in late Friday evening and took a cab from Laguardia to Tito Martin's place in the city.

Over those two days, Tito Martin, Tita Marigin, Sabrina and I walked all over the city. Apple store, Columbus Circle, Ferrari store, Dylan's Candy, and many more. Tito Martin of course cooked the best meals at his house. That Saturday evening, he found a way to stream the Pacquiao fight against Mosley.

On Sunday morning, I got to meet up with my fellow ND graduate Kristin who now works in New York. Upon meeting up in Times Square near her office, we took the train over to this restaurant called Spice Market which served an interested mix of Asian fusion food. That afternoon, it was off to the Gershwin Theater to see a musical I've been wanting to watch: Wicked! I must say, the play really did live up to its hype! Amazing production and amazing talent by the performers.

Then... after meeting up with Martin, Marigin, and Sabrina for a Japanese dinner, it was off to the airport for a flight back to the Philippines. What a weekend! And I have them to thank for their hospitality.

Me and Tito Martin

Sabrina 

Kristin and I in Times Square

Wicked!

Tali Peak House Rental

Here's a video of the house our family rented out overnight. Great views on the cliff overlooking the ocean.

Tali Beach Father's Day Weekend

Sunday and it’s father’s day! For father’s day with the Paras family, we boarded up our cars this morning to go to Tali Beach. Another beach day and by “another” I mean its because I just came from the Calatagan beach last Wednesday for a day trip with some friends. A total of 12 family members including myself. Tita Ginger, Tito Dading, Tita Bernie, Tito Yeyo, Tita Teresa, Tito George, Gabby, Luis, Katrina, Lolo Rene, and Mamita are going this time. Off we departed at 7:45am this morning which was perfect timing as I was able to wake up early and watch Rory Mcilroy sizzle through Congressional as he continued to open up a commanding 8 shot lead heading into the final round.

We’ll be staying overnight in this gorgeous compound with a total of 10-bedrooms. Of course, with the Paras family, there’s always an abundance of food from junk food, drinks to our main courses of barbeque for lunch and Japanese beef for dinner. A lot of swimming, relaxing, and chatting going on over here. All meant to unwind and have some fun – my type of vacation. Tomorrow, we’ll be exploring the beach and going to this cliff where you can dive down to the ocean below. And since it’s a holiday (Monday) and we can’t practice in Country Club, I’ll be back on the course again on Tuesday to workout those Mizuno irons. I’m now a Mizuno player through the bag and head to toe as of last Friday! More on that on a future blog. ‘Till then, I’ll catch ya’ll later. Enjoy the videos!

ASEAN Tour Malrayat Final Round

Written: June 11, 2011

            Fitting in three rounds in the last two days put a toll on everyone.  At least we could all somewhat breath a sigh of relief going into the final day as the tournament was all caught up and only 18 holes was left to complete the four round, 72 hole event.  Despite the long hours on golf property over the previous days, I was pumped up and ready to play heading into the last round.  Upon waking up after a goodnight’s sleep for the 4^th day in Monti’s hotel (check out the previous video blog), I was well rested and headed straight for the course.  I went through my regular routine of eating in the caddy’s canteen then warming up an hour before and I mean literally by just warming up and getting lose thinking of no mechanics in the swing.  It was that easy. I was flushing the ball shot after shot.

            Same group with Rolando Marabe and Attaphon P. from Thailand.  Man, I wasn’t expecting it but I again got off to a cold start.  Par, bogey, bogey, par, par.  Chances, chances, chances, and continued not to capitalize.  The 6^th hole of the day was the first hole I walked off feeling like the course gave me one as I rolled in a par putt from 7 feet on the long 225 yard par 3.  With a bit of a spark, I’d go on to par the final holes of that 9 to turn in 38, 2 over par.

            Yet a series of unfortunate events continued to unfold.  Par, bogey, bogey.  Alright, I told myself, “even though you gave away about 25 strokes (literally, I kid you not.) I can still finish strong.”  And I pride myself for accepting the challenge of that day, of that week rather to hang in there and stick with it even though things don’t always go your way.  2 under through the last 6 holes, including a 2-putt birdie on the 18th was certainly a nice way to finish.

            Overall, 4 over through 72 holes and a tie for 32^nd place.  $478.  There’s a lot to happy about and a lot learned from this week.  One of the best ball striking tournaments I’ve ever played.  Just a little more digging left but when I find that diamond in the rough, watch out! I could sense something big coming up.