on subway franchise

Egg sandwich … Tuna Sandwich … BLT sandwich … These are a few of the delicious treats I enjoyed at Subway when I started my young career. Several lunches and dinners were filled with the treats of this Subway franchise . It never occurred to me that a week would pass without me munching on these delectable treats.

That is why when I was able to manage to gain savings, the first thing I did was to inquire about owning a Subway franchise . At first, I was hesitant when I knew the rigors of owning one. But my appetite got the best of me since it would be like a dream come true to have my very own Subway franchise!

Soon I'll be owning one of my dream franchise. But for now, I guess I have to content myself with my homemade egg sandwich, tuna sandwich … and, wait, where’s my BLT sandwich? Whew … I thought I lost it. Well, time to get back to work. It’s almost lunch time and my appetite is calling my fave sandwiches! Off to Subway deli across the office.

LO Invites from Adworks

Finally, received the LO for Sam's party invites from Adworks. Had a small hitch with the delivery commitment from this supplier but nevertheless, I love the result of the lay-out. They were able to incorporate my request for Strawberry Shortcake theme with Mc Donald's party place. Truly nice. Adworks was able to exceed beyond my expectations (again). Really happy with this supplier.

And for the tarpaulins and welcome banner, do check out how Melisse of Perfect Pixels was able to creatively execute my themed requests. Posted here Melisse's Strawberry Shortcake lay-out. (thanks girl, loved your work as always!)

hardware vendors

What is so fascinating with my work in the telecommunications industry is that I get to receive invites from hardware vendors once in a while. Invites for trainings, product launches, demonstrations and product testings for gadgets or equipment available in the market. I get to see and check first hand cutting-edge technology products that are new and available in the market. Telecom hardware equipments either an upgraded version of the existing hardware or box, or totally a new product that will change the landscape in the telecoms industry. And just recently, I received an invite from one of our trusted vendors for product demonstration of KVM type of switches as LAN extenders. Truly helpful product demo especially now that I am looking for switches that can be incorporated to our telecom service, the managed services. Since I am beefing up the MS product this year, I am in constant search for equipments or hardwares that can be bundled to our products at a very cost-friendly price. Hopefully, vendors will be flexible enough for payment terms and product warranties. Otherwise, it will be hard to sell these services now especially with the financial crisis all over the world. Companies are holding on their investments and prefers less capital expenditures.

Christmas wishlist for Samantha

As per request of the MBAPs, Christmas wishlist for our kids should be posted on our blog site. Thus, whoever got my little girl's name ... please refer to her toy wishes below. All items below can be found at Toy Kingdom / Rustan's branches.

1. My Little Pony

2. Play-doh play sets -- looks something like this

3. Puppy in my pocket -- new fad in TKThough I've ordered some of the play items above online from my aunt in NY, but it seems these toys will not make it on time for the bratinella's birthday this November. My aunt is currently moving some of her things from her NY flat to their old home in Illinois and to this date, she has not completed her house transfer yet. I think she just outsourced hauling and transfer services from mover NYC to speed up her movement. Hopefully by early December she'll be very much settled in her new home and can send all the online items I bought for the bratinella. It'll be great for her to receive these gifts as Christmas present.

surprising news ...

After six days in HK, I am now back. Still busy as ever.

In between answering business correspondences, I am also busy with my personal email. Need to finalize everything for my daughter's upcoming birthday party and MBAPs Christmas party on October 19. I haven't made my final arrangements with the caterer for the party and my daughter's invite. Yup, cramming again with Adworks.

Got some very good (and surprising) news too while I am away for an official business.

1. Ico made it to Top 1 of his class --- really smart kid! Truly proud of him.

2. Ico made it to the top 10% of the batch also. Because of this, he will be sent as school representative to NCR regional meet (advance classes) together with other schools.

3. We have a new boss for Bayan Business, our lovable VP was re-assigned to a new task. Happily, management decided to bring our old boss back as his replacement. We equally love them both. Our present VP Brigs and VP Chito.

4. And lastly, really a surprising news ... I received a call while I am on a business meeting in HK. I was told my promotion was officially announced as Department Head of Business Solutions and Partner Services (BSPS) yesterday during our General Assembly. My colleagues started calling and congratulating me, and I thought it was all a joke. But, our VP called to inform me about the good news. This was really a surprise. I never thought it would be this soon...still speechless... (sorry, in denial pa ako. lol!)

More HK post and kwento to follow...

For the meantime, I leave you with a picture of my happy family ... the Bayan Business in HK.

still here in hongkong ...

I am on my third day here in HK. I miss the kids and hubby, of course. This will be my longest stay here in HK. Since Day 1 we arrived, I've been shopping like crazy! Blame it on our hotel location which was strategically located in Nathan Road. Real shopper's haven!! It is very near in HK Peninsula, Gateway Mall and Ocean Terminal. I've visited the LV store twice since the day we arrived. First at The Peninsula, then at Ocean Terminal. Accompanied my very good friend with her big purchases (she bought epi speedy and monogram wallet). I am sooo tempted, but NO big purchase yet for myelf... yet. Still thinking. Hahaha!

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I also went to Macau (again) by Day 1. Disneyland and Tun Chung outlets by Day 2. And today at Metropolis Mall and Ikea in Kowloon. Hahaha! No time wasted. And just this afternoon, transferred to a very nice hotel Harbour Plaza in Kowloon. Thankful that I now have an internet connection. Kinda pricey at $120HK for 24-hours. Nevertheless, decided to plug it anyway ... need it badly for work tomorrow. I opted to plug it at 10pm ... just in time to catch all my Friday mails and to respond to all my mails Monday mails. That is to maximize my 24-hrs connectivity. Mahal noh?!

Anyway, tomorrow will be my official work day. Details of my HK trips and pictures to follow.

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For the meantime, I need to check the website for some cinema style home theater seating. The husband is begging me to consider getting one for our family room so as to maximize our entertainment viewing pleasure. Though with all the shopping spree I did for the past three days here in HK, I am not sure if we still have budget left to get the studio home theater seats. I guess this will have to wait until our next salary bonus. lol.

Happy Sunday everyone!! Signing off from HK.

off to hongkong again ...

Will be off to Hongkong (and Macau) this coming Friday, this time with my Bayan sales colleagues. This is our long overdue travel incentive, and finally the long wait is over. I bet it will be a super fun (and riot) trip, all 50+ Bayan Business employees off to Hongkong. Our travel itinerary so full ... and we don't know where to start! Of course, number one item on our list is shopping and ... more shopping be it in HK or Macau. lol! As a matter of fact, our team decided not to join the HK city tour and prioritized more shopping time at the Tun Chung outlet stores.

It will also be my first time to ride new airline, the Hongkong Express powered by Hongkong airlines. An airline that operates between Hongkong and mainland China. They've expanded their flights in Asia, particularly the Philippines effective Sept 25, 2008. New airbuses available and with hot meals provided on board. Hmmm...will definitely blog about this.

Aside from the new airline, it will also be my first time to stay at Imperial Hotel in Tsimshatsui. Actually this is the best location since it is perfectly situated around the shopping areas in Nathan road. Near the star ferry (for macau travel) and MTR stations. Just perfect.

Sadly, I will be away for six days from my family since my trip will be extended due to some business meetings.I'll surely miss them. Not sure if the husband can handle the bratinella that long. I really hope so! Nevertheless, I was told that its a holiday on October 7, thus more shopping time for me. I just hope they'll offer great sale items and discounts on this day. I promised NO big purchases this time. Totally done for the year. Though I am thinking of getting some home items from Ikea. I hope they'll be on sale too.

For the meantime, I need to do my packing and finish all my house errands. I've got lots of things to do before I go for holiday leave. Aside from buying food supplies for the week and pay month-end bills, I need to visit the bank for some papers to sign to avail our mortgage protection insurance. The husband totally forgot about this.

Anyway, until my next post.