I was looking through some of my pictures from Manila (for the millionth time), and I forgot to share the ones I took from High Street at Fort Bonafacio. When you visit it, you wouldn't believe that you were in a third world country. For a 2 mile stretch, you're taken away from the squatters and the street vendors and into a high end establishment that resembles The Grove or 3rd Street Promenade. It houses an impressive 2-story Nike Store with a large selection of Sportswear tees, Kobe Bryant posters, and even the Jordan IV and IXX Countdown Pack (which wasn't displayed; you had to inquire about the $400 pickup). I left the store only with pictures. #24 Upstairs Sportswear Australia to Manila
While I was gone, I missed the first game that the USC Trojans played (or should I say dominated) against Virginia. Because of such victorious efforts, recent polls surfaced to declare my alma mater the number 1 team to beat. So I dedicate this entry to Pete Carroll and the gang. Here's to a winning season.
My sleeping patterns are still messed up, but that didn't stop me from the work I had to do today. There's so much going on for Chicharon Adventures in the upcoming weeks; I had to make sure we got to it. -Mid September: Fall artist series release (you don't want to sleep on this one) -September 6: Outfit Rhythm Natives for the 17th Annual Festival of Philippine Arts and Culture -September 13-14: Fil-Am Expo at the Los Angeles Convention Center -October 12: Chicharon Adventures 1 Year BBQ (again, you don't want to sleep on this one) So mark your calendars. We hope you'll join us.
After being thousands of miles away from the little things that make Los Angeles, I had to go back to my roots this Labor Day. The best way to fight jetlag? Hang with the CA Team and have dinner at one of LA's finest. Now, I'll try to sleep. I'm back to reality tomorrow.
It's good to be home. Back to the grind once I get over the jetlag. Manila - I'll miss you. The family I left behind - I'll miss you even more. MTRLSTC - let's go in December.