Note: This is my entry to R.O.X's Backpack for Bloggers
I am an only girl, and that meant I would most likely grow up overprotected and have to abide by strict rules. No partying. Be home by 6. Participating in sports needed my parents’ approval, which felt quite limiting. I rarely got to go to far places, let alone stay out late at night. Academics was always the emphasis in our household, and playtime was usually very limited.
Fast forward 8 years – I have since graduated, and yet these rules are still prevalent in my life.
I felt the need for change, and try something totally different.
Like a caged bird eager to test her wings, I took flight and went on adventures. 2010 was a year of firsts. It was the first time I went on a trip with my friends and we ended up in Visayas. It marked the year of my first ever outdoor trip – tandem paragliding at Carmona, Cavite. 2010 was also the year I fell in love with a new sport – climbing.
My Saturdays were then spent at Centro Atletico – wall climbing, belaying friends, learning techniques, and watching others in awe. I wanted to be like them someday.
And I knew I had just challenged myself to do so.
 Challenge 1: The Start
I first started climbing to shed off a few pounds and to get over my fear of heights. Doing so in an indoor facility was quite convenient. My passion for climbing developed because of the sense of accomplishment, and most importantly, the group of friends.
Little did I know that on the last few days of December, seven months after I swore not to go on outdoor trips, I would be with some friends, riding a jeep to Wawa, Montalban.
Our destination was the Uling wall - a very long hike from our drop off point. My legs felt like lead five minutes into the trail, and my back was aching from the weight of my baggage.  My friends were trying to slow down for my sake. It was embarrassing, and doubt began to settle in. As I was having second thoughts on why I tagged along in the first place, a majestic slab of grey rock came into view.
Challenge 2: Mars Attacks
My climb was not an easy one. At first, I was afraid to let go of the rocks because I might fall. “Where should I put my foot? Should I let go of my hand and reach up?”
I worked my way up, grunting, cursing, and screaming in frustration.
 
My friends coached, encouraged, and cheered. I had reached the top, and it was such a liberating feeling!
The sense of satisfaction was like nothing I had ever experienced. I had done it with my own strength. The exhilaration made me feel like I was on top of the world - definitely one of my happiest moments.
Challenge 3: Lunch
We wanted to maximize our climbing time so we deferred going back to Aling Norma’s, where we were supposed to have our lunch. We shared a can of fruit salad and a couple of crackers instead.
Admittedly, I ate more because I was hungry. I would sneak a spoonful of salad while the others tried their luck on a more advanced wall called Iskaplam-plam. And luckily, my friends were understanding enough about my big appetite. (I just got teased.)
Challenge 4: Slash and Burn 
We then headed to another wall and worked on Slash and Burn. Before climbing, my friends brought me to a ledge near the wall. Standing on the ledge, you can see the whole of Montalban. The sky was clearly blue and not gray. The clouds protected us from the harsh heat. There were lush greens everywhere, and I can see a stream was flowing somewhere. The mountains seem to engulf the place. Everything looked fresh and relaxing. You’d forget that the city and all its hustle and bustle is just an hour away. It was indeed breathtaking. Our measly mobile phone shots did not do justice to this place
The second climb was less scary because I already learned how rocks would feel on my hands and feet. The holds were rougher and smaller than the cool slippery ones in Mars Attacks, but the moves are more like the ones we do in the indoor gym. I was tired and still hungry but the feeling of wanting to reach the top was still burning in me. My hands were pumped but I slowly inched my way to the top.    Going down the mountains, I realized that it is not just the physical satisfaction of reaching the top that made outdoor climbing worth my while. The process of climbing itself – knowing where to put your hands and your feet, trying to pull yourself up, or standing on small rocks, even slipping and falling – these things make climbing even more fun, challenging and fulfilling. It was a different level of contentment that I cannot explain or compare when I reached the peak.
Back in Centro Atletico, I now have more motivation to climb indoors. I want to be better so that when I go back to Montalban, I can climb other walls. I now want to travel to Cebu, Quezon or even Thailand to climb. Yes, there may be no comfort rooms in the outdoors. There may be huge insects, and sometimes the outdoors smell, too.
But now, I want to do it.
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Hi Everyone,
Evert's Desserts will be temporarily closed on August 11 - 18, 2010. Orders (not delivery) will resume on the 19th.
Thank you for your continuous patronage on Evert's Desserts!
Regards,
Evert
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- Lithium-Ion battery (LI- 42B) and charger (LI-40C). - USB Connector - AV Cable
- Wrist strap - Installation CD - Quick Start Guide. - 2 XD Cards (512 MB and 1 GB) Price: 5,000 PHP Send me a PM or Text me at 0917-8383787 if interested.
Hi everyone, please save my new number: +63917-8-EVERTS (+639178383787).
Please delete my SUN number as I have lost that one before Valentine's Day. Evert's Desserts is not transacting with that number.
Also, please text/PM me your numbers since I am trying to restore my database.
Hi Guys,
My SUN number is not active and am currently using this number: +639178210426. Kindly update your phonebook. Also, please reply to me with your number.
Lastly, I have a couple of customers who I am to meet this weekend. However, due to unfortunate events, the only contact I have with them are in my Sun phone. I am asking if anyone knows Jomari and Justine or if you are Multiply/Facebook contacts, kindly let me know how to get hold of you.
Thanks you so much! :)
Evert from Evert's Desserts Dear All,
Evert's Desserts is not closed. We are very happy to help share the Christmas spirit (and to satisfy your sweet cravings! )
However, please only trust the emails from crisevert@gmail.com and everts.desserts@gmail.com.
Someone is scamming me and sending false information.
please note that the phoney email address makes a cheap impersonation of my name by using "crissevert@gmail.com", with a double S.
Please do not transact with the impersonator.
I also make it a point to reply through SMS to verify your order.
Thank you! - Evert
 For Sale: Burt's Bees Lip Balm for only Php 170.00 Mint Flavor, 0.15 oz! Save about Php 150 off! Message me if interested.  Evert's Desserts celebrates "Christmas in October" at My Little Art Place! My Litte Art Place in Greenhills, San Juan, is having a weekend art bazaar all weekends of October! Join the fun activities and grab something to eat! Enjoy fine art with delectable desserts, only from Evert's Desserts! Catch Evert's Desserts
at the
Oven Lovin' Bazaar!
Where: Christ the King Church, Greenmeadows
When: Saturday, August 15 - 4pm to 9pm
Sunday, August 16 - 6am to 9pm
PS. If you truly love Evert's Desserts, don't forget to vote us as your favorite booth in the bazaar ;)
See you!!!
Catch EVERT'S DESSERTS
at
OVEN LOVIN' BAKERS' BAZAAR August 15-16, 2009 Christ the King Church, Greenmeadows, Q.C.
Open from 4:00 - 9:00 pm on Saturday, Aug. 15 and 7:00 am - 9:00 pm on Sunday, Aug. 16  Hi girls! Evert's Desserts is joining the BrightCloud Annual Bazaar along with: plueys rain boots playsuit rain skimmers my brolly umbrellas closet raid (pre-owned items at bargain prices!) bend & snap accessories 
Come one, come all! Tell your friends! :) HOW TO GET THERE: From Katipunan, turn right after Miriam College to enter La Vista--no need to leave license here if you say you're going to Loyola Grand Villas (LGV). Go straight up Mangyan Road, the gate of LGV is at the end of the street, on the right. Just say you're going to the Ferrer Residence at 26 Soliven 1 Ave. Go straight after the guard house, and start looking out for the house when you pass the first corner - it will be on your left, with a black gate. :) Hi girls! Evert's Desserts is joining the BrightCloud Annual Bazaar along with: plueys rain boots rain skimmers my brolly umbrellas closet raid (pre-owned items at bargain prices!) bend & snap accessories
Come one, come all! Tell your friends! :) HOW TO GET THERE: From Katipunan, turn right after Miriam College to enter La Vista--no need to leave license here if you say you're going to Loyola Grand Villas (LGV). Go straight up Mangyan Road, the gate of LGV is at the end of the street, on the right. Just say you're going to the Ferrer Residence at 26 Soliven 1 Ave. Go straight after the guard house, and start looking out for the house when you pass the first corner - it will be on your left, with a black gate. :) Tune in to NU 107 tonight 9-11 pm. they'll be featuring online sellers, including Evert's Desserts! :)
PS. Please pray that I don't make a fool out of myself haha :)
Hi everyone!
Evert's Desserts is back from the Lenten vacation and we're back to our regular operations!
This vacation, we are proud to share that we have made the farthest personal deliver since the birth of Evert's Desserts - a 12-hour delivery to Tuguegarao, Cagayan for Marian Kathyrn dela Cruz (mariankathyrn)! Thanks for ordering and for the travel tips! =) Glad you enjoyed the fudge cookies and polvoron :)
Hi all,
I am on vacation from April 8 to 12 and I currently do not have access to the computer. Moreover, I cannot be reached in my SUN number.
For Monday orders, you may reach me at my Globe mobile, +639178210426. Otherwise, please leave a private message and I'll get back to you on Monday, April 13, 2009
Thanks,
Evert This has been circulating around the Internet for a while now. Read half of it in Facebook courtesy of Junie. This post seems apt since it's nearing Valentine's Day!
1. "Kung hindi mo mahal ang isang tao, wag ka nang magpakita ng motibo para mahalin ka nya.."
2. "Huwag mong bitawan ang bagay na hindi mo kayang makitang hawak ng iba."
3. "Huwag mong hawakan kung alam mong bibitawan mo lang."
4. "Huwag na huwag ka hahawak kapag alam mong may hawak ka na."
5. "Parang elevator lang yan eh, bakit mo pagsisiksikan ung sarili mo kung walang pwesto para sayo. Eh meron naman hagdan, ayaw mo lang pansinin."
6. "Kung maghihintay ka nang lalandi sayo, walang mangyayari sa buhay mo.. Dapat lumandi ka din."
7. "Pag may mahal ka at ayaw sayo, hayaan mo. Malay mo sa mga susunod na araw ayaw mo na din sa kanya, naunahan ka lang."
8. "Hiwalayan na kung di ka na masaya. Walang gamot sa tanga kundi pagkukusa."
9. "Pag hindi ka mahal ng mahal mo wag ka magreklamo. Kasi may mga tao rin na di mo mahal pero mahal ka.. Kaya quits lang."
10. "Kung dalawa ang mahal mo, piliin mo yung pangalawa. Kasi hindi ka naman magmamahal ng iba kung mahal mo talaga yung una."
11. "Hindi porke't madalas mong ka-chat, kausap sa telepono, kasama sa mga lakad o ka-text ng wantusawa eh may gusto sayo at magkakatuluyan kayo. Meron lang talagang mga taong sadyang fextra friendly, sweet, flirt, malandi, pa-fall o paasa."
12. "Huwag magmadali sa babae o lalaki. Tatlo, lima, sampung taon, mag-iiba ang pamantayan mo at maiisip mong hindi pala tamang pumili ng kapareha dahil lang maganda o nakakalibog ito. Totoong mas mahalaga ang kalooban ng tao higit sa anuman. Sa paglipas ng panahon, maging ang mga crush ng bayan nagmumukha ding pandesal, maniwala ka."
13. "Minsan kahit ikaw ang nakaschedule, kailangan mo pa rin maghintay, kasi hindi ikaw ang priority."
14. "Mahirap pumapel sa buhay ng tao. Lalo na kung hindi ikaw yung bida sa script na pinili nya."
15. "Alam mo ba kung gaano kalayo ang pagitan ng dalawang tao pag nagtalikuran na sila? Kailangan mong libutin ang buong mundo para lang makaharap ulit ang taong tinalikuran mo."
16. “Mas mabuting mabigo sa paggawa ng isang bagay kesa magtagumpay sa paggawa ng wala”
17. “Hindi lahat ng kaya mong intindihin ay katotohan, at hindi lahat ng hindi mo kayang intindihin ay kasinungalingan”
18. "Kung nagmahal ka ng taong di dapat at nasaktan ka, wag mong sisihin ang puso mo. Tumitibok lng yan para mag-supply ng dugo sa katawan mo. Ngayon, kung magaling ka sa anatomy at ang sisisihin mo naman ay ang hypothalamus mo na kumokontrol ng emotions mo, mali ka pa rin! Bakit? Utang na loob! Wag mong isisi sa body organs mo ang mga sama ng loob mo sa buhay! Tandaan mo: magiging masaya ka lang kung matututo kang tanggapin na hindi ang puso, utak, atay o bituka mo ang may kasalanan sa lahat ng nangyari sayo, kundi IKAW mismo!"
19. "Pakawalan mo yung mga bagay na nakakasakit sa iyo kahit na pinasasaya ka nito. Wag mong hintayin ang araw na sakit na lang ang nararamdaman mo at iniwan ka na ng kasiyahan mo."
20. "Gamitin ang puso para alagaan ang mga taong malalapit sa iyo. Gamitin ang utak para alagaan ang sarili mo."
21. "Ang pag-ibig parang imburnal...nakakatakot mahulog...at kapag nahulog ka, it's either by accident or talagang tanga ka."
22. "Kahit anung signs pa ang dumating at natupad, kung di ka niya mahal, hindi ka niya mahal."  Heartbroken
You see a couple holding hands while strolling, and you suddenly feel a pang of sadness inside. If it were a couple of weeks ago, you would have not noticed those sweethearts, because you were too busy holding your partner's hand and staring at those lovely eyes. Now, you are just another member of the Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club, harboring all the bitter feelings whenever you see someone else happy with their beloved.
 Your idea of February 14 is being alone in your room, belting out the most heart-wrenching songs with your mp3 player, feasting on chips and a bottle or two of vodka at hand,. Or if you are a non-alcoholic, you will be splurging on comfort food: greasy greasy pizza, burgers, chocolates, a gallon of your favorite ice cream. Looks like you will be painting the perfect picture of misery. *Hug*Lorelai Gilmore once said that you need to wallow after a break-up. If playing the saddest songs in your MP3 player or crying your heart out as you watch Titanic is your idea of wallowing, then so be it.  We hear that misery loves company, so Evert's Desserts has also come up with the perfect cheer-me-up treat: Liqueur Fudge! Drown your sorrows away with your ultimate comfort food: chocolate mixed with the perfect kick of alcohol! To shove away your sorrow, in fudge cookies you wallow! Prices Peppermint Walnut Fudge: Php 150/10 pcs. Cherry Fudge: Php 150/10 pcs. PS: Some unsolicited advice: Please stay away from blades, knives, glass shards, ropes, guns and other harmful devices on your wallowing period. =) Photo Credit: Arlo Vicencio: http://arluga.multiply.com Roget Callueng: http://rogetphotos.multiply.com Tagline Credit: Derrick Ong  Single and Happy
Weekdays are for work, and weekends are spent with different groups of friends and of course, with the family. You may go on one date to another, non-exclusive, of course. You are not really looking for a special someone, just waiting to fall in love with The One. After all, one should enjoy being single, focus on the careers, do a little bit of flirting here and there, and love, when the right time comes, will eventually happen.
Nothing special is planned this Valentine's Day. There is no need to feel mushy, and no need to plan something extraordinarily romantic. You'll probably go partying with friends, but that is just the same as any ordinary weekend.
Who says Valentine's Day is not for you?
 Indulge on Amaretto Dark Chocolates this Valentine's Day! Kept in a heart-shaped can, "spread the love" (as one of my customers call it) on February 14 to your friends, family, and relatives. Be the one who makes them feel loved on Valentine's Day! You need not have that special spark,
have a bite of Amaretto Dark!
Prices:
Amaretto Dark in Heart Can: Php 180
Amaretto Dark in Rectangular Plastic: Php 100 Photo Credit: Phil Velez: http://blinkandyoumiss.multiply.com Roget Callueng: http://rogetphotos.multiply.com Tagline Credit:
Derrick Ong
 In a Relationship: You hold your partner's hand every single chance you've got. You do not care if it's crowded in the MRT, it just means another chance to hug each other anyway. Stuck in a traffic jam? It means more quality time with your honey. This Valentine's Day, you plan to go out on a romantic dinner with your loved one, and end the night spending quality time with each other. Let us make it even sweeter for you. Surprise your baby with a heart-shaped strawberry cheesecake and a chocolate rose. Share a sumptuous cheesecake while spending precious moments with each other. Or have a surprise delivery for your partner before Valentine's Day. Cheesy much? So what? It’s deliciously cheesy, but you’re together and you don’t careStrawberry Cheesecake Package: Php 600 Photo Credit: Phil Velez: http://blinkandyoumiss.multiply.com Roget Callueng: http://rogetphotos.multiply.com Tagline Credit: Derrick Ong  | 2009 | Jan 5, '09 5:16 AM
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A Happy New Year to Everyone!!! We wish that your 2009 will be merry and prosperous. 2008 was a wonderful birth year for Evert's Desserts. A big and heartfelt THANKS to everyone who supported us - from the start of Evert's Desserts to the December bazaar to your recommendations to friends and orders. We hope that you continue to enjoy wonderful goodies this year. Just for kicks, here are the best experiences of 2008: - One person ordered from Evert's Desserts and brought it to Singapore as his pasalubong to his colleagues. I received feedback that they especially love the Butterscotch Bars! Other orders have brought Evert's Desserts to Cebu and the last one was brought to General Santos - Topping Ray Espanol's best cheesecake list with our Strawberry Cheesecake and of course, his cheesecake review- While we're at the subject of reviews, receiving comments on your favorite Evert's Desserts especially from Multiply customers - Meeting Multiply customers, especially at the Tiendesitas Bazaar! For 2009, we want our beloved and loyal customers to have MORE of Evert's Desserts! We already have a few ideas in mind: new products, bazaars and promos which might take place this year, so stay tuned!!! We hope to see more of you and your friends this 2009!
Have a sweet and fudgilicious year ahead!!! |
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