Congratulations Team Mineski Infinity-PowerColor, Exo.Mski.Enderr and Duskin.HoN

After years of being behind the gaming scene, the Philippines through Team Mineski Infinity-PowerColor, Exo.Mski.Enderr and Duskin.HoN has finally stood up by accepting new challenges.  By doing so, they were able to make Philippine Gaming history by winning not only their first gold medal but also by dominating the first place in all categories.

The Games Xpo Arena is composed of seven different nations namely : Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Philippines, Vietnam, Indonesia and India.  Each country wants to be crowned the E-Sports champion. Categorized as the non-favorite of the competition, team Philippines weren't disheartened.  Instead, they gave their best and redeemed the three gold medals in each categories.

TGX Arena Regional - Defense of the Ancients (DotA)

• 1st -  Mineski Infinity PowerColor (S$3000)
• 2nd -  Orange eSports (S$2000)
• 3rd -  MUFC (S$1000)

TGX Arena Regional - StarCraft II (SC2)

• 1st -  eXo.Mski.Enderr (S$600)
• 2nd -  NEO.RedArchon (S$400)
• 3rd -  pRo.Cobo (S$200)

World Cyber Games Singapore - Heroes of Newerth (HoN)

• 1st -  Duskbin.HoN (S$2000)
• 2nd -  Xtreme ChaotiX SG (S$1000)
• 3rd -  MUFC (S$500)

To thank the love and support of their fans Team Mineseki Infinity-PowerColor, Exo.Mski.Enderr and Duskin.HoN held a victory party at Coal Resto Bar Grill at Harbor Square, CCP Complex.

Fan Made Congratulations by Potchi

Fans Lining up to join the party

Giant Cheques of Team Mineski

TGX Regional Grand Champion Trophy

Fans enjoying the night

Team Mineski Member entertaining their fans

Cheers to you Team Philippines

Congratulations Team Mineski Infinity-PowerColor, Exo.Mski.Enderr and Duskin.HoN. We'll be expecting more achievements coming from you in the upcoming future.

Attending the Virtual Staff Finder Seminar at Berjaya Hotel

We were invited to attend the FREE Virtual Staff Finder Seminar: How To Be an AWESOME Home Based Worker.  I've been wanting to go because of the ff. reasons:

1. I had absolutely no idea what Virtual Staffs so I'm very curious to know what its all about.
2. I sent my resume to Virtual Staff Finder and I never got a reply so I'm itching to know why.
3. I'll be studying MBA-Law for the next three years and I need some source of funding.  

Seeing this as an opportunity, I also invited Kurt to go with me but I guess he didn't find it interesting so I went there alone.  I arrived late so when I got there, the speaker Stephanie T. Tumulak was already discussing.  I looked at the attendees.  All of them were listening attentively and taking down notes.  Stephanie shared useful information about the field that I was able to see the overview and potential income of the job as virtual assistants.  

Stephanie's talk

During the break, I decided to transfer to the front seats to see the slides better.  I was able to meet Joanna, a virtual assistant from Quezon Province.  She was so nice! She gave me a couple of advises on how to enter the industry.  

Chris Ducker

Keys to success according to Chris

Great Principles=)

After the break, it was now Chris Ducker's turn to speak.  The guy was awesome.  He was an excellent speaker.  He could draw in the attention of the crowd in an instant.  He shared some tips on how to be successful and how to please the boss.  


The most interesting part of the seminar was during the question and answer portion.  Unlike me, a lot of participants are already working as virtual assistants.  Being home-based, they had a lot of problems and questions but there was no one they could address them to.  So when Chris Ducker stood there, openly,willingly and wittingly answering all their queries, the audience was very impressed.  I asked if Virtual Staff Finder hires newbies and he said "NO".  I guess that answers why my resume received no reply.=p  But for inexperienced wanna be's like me, I have great news because Chris Ducker announced that they will conduct a training around next year for a minimal fee.  Its a great offering because someone at the seminar remarked that some offer training for a price of P15,000.  Chris even commented that those types are the ones who take advantage of Filipinos who need to earn for a living.

My Certificate

Out of all the seminars I've been too, this seminar is one of the best.  I'm even surprised that its offered for FREE. I even regret being late.=(  Thank you so much Virtual Staff Finder, Chris Ducker and Stephanie Tumulak for organizing such a excellent event.  

In case you're wondering Virtual Staff Finder is actually a job finder site.  They charge clients to find them capable virtual staffs that meet their needs.  In the process, they are able to provide jobs for Filipino Virtual Staffs without getting any commission from them.  So if you're a Virtual Staff looking for potential income, check them out at http://www.virtualstafffinder.com

Reconnected at last! Blinking modem replaced

Being disconnected for a few days without out PLDT myDSL made me realize how overreliant our family was with the internet.  Luckily, I had Globe Tattoo for back up.  But it wasn't enough for all of us though.

modem power keeps on blinking other lights won't turn on

Instead of getting a copy of case books or having them photocopied, I search mine online.  So since Friday, I couldn't study, blog and tweet.  I couldn't check my mail.  I could check the online maps or commute guide to know how to go to where I'm suppose to.  I felt powerless.=(

After calling three times, the PLDT guy who was insisting that the problem was in our connection (NOT the modem) finally came to check up.  He replaced the modem and got our internet working again.  Now we know that if the power is blinking, insist for a replacement.=)

Crumpylicious Blog will be at Blogapalooza

Crumpylicious Blog just got an invite and will be at the Blogapalooza event. 

Blogapalooza is a community of 100-150 Influential bloggers and online social media influencers. The Blogapalooza event will be the link between big and small businesses who have something cool to share and the online community of people who love to share.   There will be giveaways for bloggers and big and small business will have the chance to showcase their brand/product/things. 


Its our first time to join Blogapalooza so we're pretty hyped about how things will turn out.  See you all there on Sept 17,2011!  


In case you have a business and want to be part of this event then head over to the official site of Blogapalooza.  

Found a Brand New Sony NWZ-E444 MP3 player on Ebay.ph

It's our first time to purchase a gadget on Ebay.ph.  It's a brand new but old model Sony NWZ-E444 MP3.

For an 8 GB mp3, its cheaply priced at 3,500 php so we bought it.  We used it for a week with no problem but one ear of the earphones suddenly broke.  The mp3 is still working though and the sound is awesome.  Honestly, its way better than my Philips Raga.  I guess that's why new models of Sony Walkman Mp3 are priced so high even more expensive than an Ipod.

Video Player

I guess buying an old model may be good or not so good depending on the price.  In our case, the Sony earphone can easily be replaced so its still a good bargain.

My Barnes and Noble Nook Color has Arrived!

The rainy weather and the long travel made it too impractical for me to bring my 15-inch laptop to school everyday so I decided to purchase a Barnes and Noble Nook Color E-reader Tablet.  After a few weeks of waiting, it is finally here in Manila and delivered at our home.

I've been testing it and I'm impressed with the screen response and the long battery hours.=)

The Tattoo Tatt Awards at Manila Peninsula Hotel

Last night, we attended the Tattoo Tatt Awards at Manila Peninsula, Rigodon Ballroom.  The venue was memorable for me because that was where I had my Junior-Seniors prom when I was in 3rd year high school.    

Before we entered the ballroom, our photos were taken and we posted it together with the rest.  Cool right?

Maria Ressa

@FireceDong and @Maria_Ressa gave an awesome speech.  Although, I am not very active in twitter, I followed Ms. Maria Ressa after her powerful speech.=) The Tatt Awards Awarding proceeded hosted by Divine Lee and Tim Yap.  Other indie rocker nominees such as Paramita (Check video below), Johnoy Danao and the YouTube sensation with 1 million views Arjohn Gilbert showcased their music during the intervals. 

Arjohn Gilbert

Paramita

Johnoy Danao

I previously posted my votes (see separate entry) and some of them won.  How about yours?  And the winner for the Tatt Awards are... 

• Stylismo - Laureen Uy

Laureen Uy

• Ballbreaker - Lea Salonga (represented by her mom Ligaya Salonga)


• Word Slayer - Roy Reyes Landicho

Roy Reyes Landicho

• Artiste - Jin Joson

Jin Joson

• Tech Junkie - Mark Macanas


• Thought Mover - Bianca Gonzalez (via video)


• The Advocate - Elizabeth Angsioco

Elizabeth Angsioco

• Indie Rocker - Up Dharma Down (performed on stage)

• Video Slinger - Mikey Bustos (via Youtube Video)


• The One - Filipino Free Thinkers

Filipino Free Thinkers

All the winners, speakers and hosts

Special award to Ms. Divine Lee

Special Award to Arjohn Gilbert

There were also special awards given to Ms. Divine Lee, Arjohn Gilbert and Maria Aragon for their outstanding accomplishments through social media.  


We also met Globe Tattoo endorsers Alodia Gosiengfiao and Coach Rio.

Alodia Gosiengfiao

Coach Rio

The sweet and innocent Maria Aragon performed two of her debut songs while everyone enjoyed the buffet.  Soon, the DJ started to play the music and there was free flowing drinks from the bar.  

Overall, it was an awesome night.  A big congratulations to the winners!  It was great that we got to meet our social media idols.  To be honest, its amazing that they may look like you and me but through social media, their powers are limitless.  We wanted to stay and party but we had to leave for the Suplado Show (see separate entry)