World Pyrolympics Day 1

Posted by pat on Nov 23, 2009 in Around the City, Events | 2 comments

Do you remember what it was like being a kid in a candy store? Or if you had the chance to step into Toys ‘R Us when you were a kid, do you remember what it felt like? Two words : child-like wonder (was that three?). That “woooaah” moment with your mouth hanging open as you just stare in amazement.

That’s how it is for me when i see fireworks. I become eight years old again.

Last Saturday, 21 Nov 2009, was the first Saturday of the World Pyrolympics. And of course, this pyrotechnics fanatic didn’t allow herself to miss out!

For those who don’t know what the World Pyrolympics is, its where the world’s best pyrotechnics teams come together and compete by showcasing awesomely dazzling fireworks displays. If I’m right, this is the 4th World Pyrolympics but the first time for it to be “pyromusical”. Think colorful explosions in the sky synchronized with music.

And yes, this happened and is going to be happening for the next couple of Saturdays in Bonifacio Global City, PHILIPPINES. You don’t get this just anywhere folks.

Last Saturday, Germany and China took the stage. This Saturday, it’ll be Canada and Australia. 5 Dec will be Japan and Italy. For 12 December, it’ll be South Korea and US. The last Saturday, 19 Dec  will be the fellowship of fire where the Philippines will be participating.

Here are the videos of the displays for Germany (courtesy of Vince of WhenInManila and Anton of Our Awesome Planet):

Germany (part 1)

Germany Part 2

The next one is part 2 of China’s display. When part 1 is posted by When In Manila, I’ll post it as well.

Between the two, I think China owned it! I wish you were there to see it. The video doesn’t do justice. Its just too bad that it rained during China’s set. I thin thats the reason why it became very smokey.

What do you think of the view from which the videos were taken? Best seats in the ENTIRE house ain’t it? That’s where I will be the coming Saturdays. Wooh!  Ask me where. Maybe I’ll tell you.

By the way, general admission also has a GREAT GREAT view. Its only 200 pesos for a ticket. Its well worth it. My friend and I watched from the SVA (special viewing area)  which is right in front of the launching point. The view was great as well.

I’m very excited to see what tricks in the bag the other countries have. I’m looking forward to Japan and Italy. I hear they are countries to watch out for. Italy won in the last World Pyrolypmics. Japan is very secretive about their fireworks shells. They refuse to see to foreigners. That’ll be a very interesting night. We’ll see.

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After the fireworks … chill time

Chika sessions with Nikki

Apple Martinis and Margaritas at New Orleans after the Pyrolympics

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Testing out my WordPress Account

Posted by pat on Oct 14, 2009 in Uncategorized | 8 comments

I’m pretty excited to be here on WordPress with my own domain. Hello friends!

Right now, using WordPress seems a bit daunting – new dashboard, new controls, more features than that of blogger… I’m only learning the tech side of a lot of things. Being semi-dyslexic, I can be quite slow with technical details. With a little patience and a LOT of focus, and help from some friends, I’ll get this blog up and running.

Themes-wise, I’m yet to learn the codes and techniques for HTML or CSS. I want my blog to be ME. Later on, I would like to create a blog thats catered to giving helpful information to its readers. The blog theme? Still no idea.

There is a lot to learn but I know learning WordPress will be really helpful in the future. Its not just for blogging, you never know for what purpose this tool can be used for.

Looking forward to establishing my little place in cyberspace.

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