I’ve Been So Judgmental Lately

I visited Villa Alfredo's Resort which is a local resort here in Pampanga. English camps are held twice a year here particularly for Korean students. I have been teaching since 2009 however I wasn’t able to join this year's summer camp due to some pretty important things. So I just thought of visiting the camp to make it up with my colleagues. 

Last Saturday, I was invited to judge their one-act play. Then few days ago, I was to visit the other camp with Mommy A this time in Villa Antonina Resort which has a bigger student population. We were joined by my other friends Noel, Aizle, Melody and Aaron. And I was a little surprised when Mr. Toni, the lead teacher informed me that I would be filling in a spot as a juror again. Okay, I should maybe ask for a Talent fee next time. Ha! Kidding.  The judging part is a bit arduous more so presented with equally good performances from the groups. I really appreciated the efforts put in by them from the costumes to the extravagant set. Definitely, a two thumbs up! By the way, the play is an adaptation of the Lion King movie. Nevertheless, I really was entertained watching them do their best and express themselves. So yes, I am judgmental. Aren’t you?

Choco pies and choco mallows, why so yummy?

My brother Kris went home yesterday bringing some goodies from work. My brother works as an English Instructor for foreign students. His’ students gave him presents like Korean noodles, chilli paste, and Choco pies! Of course, my eyes popped out once I spotted the pies. I have a sweet tooth and can’t resist these tasty treats. So after dinner, we ate the Choco pies. Bluntly speaking, that was the yummiest, heavenly and daintiest Choco pie I have ever tasted(Honestly). But, I got sad when I woke up today and I checked the box empty(haha).

I also tried another Choco pie (the one with the red box) from Lotte but I think this is the classic version. It also tastes fine but not as much as I have enjoyed the latter. My Korean students before once told me about this and they said that Choco pies are given by Korean girls to their boyfriends who will go on military training. I also googled this and according to Wikipedia it is given to Korean Military soldiers after their first week of training. No wonder they have to give them pies.


Here in the Philippines, we have Fibisco’s Choco Mallows(with the yellow box). This has been my staple answer to my sugary cravings. It is usually packed in a box of 6 and can also be sold in packs of two. This is my favorite Filipino sweet treat. This has been in the market for decades(I don’t have the exact details) and until now it still has a strong following.

Ugh, these sugary indulgence. They make me fat and nonchalant!