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A New Kind of Dog Event

Animals 11/20/2015 01:43:00 AM

Do you share a special bond with your dog? Are you looking for an event that suits you and your pet? Come out and join the first ever human and dog outdoor challenge - the 2nd Team Kovu Dog Sport Cup!

Whether you are a dog sport fanatic or just a regular dog owner, the organizer promises to have a level playing field for all its participants. This memorable experience will only cost you 450 PHP (registration fee). You won't only enjoy this activity but at the same time you're also helping the Island Rescue Organization (IRO) - a non-profit animal welfare group based in Cebu, the official event beneficiary.

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Majority of the obstacles are made from bamboo and were based on real-life obstacles Team Kovu faced on their outdoor adventures. No dog training experience is required to overcome the obstacles and win the challenge. It is safe for everyone, even kids!

Here are some of the courses to complete:

Qualifications:

Children below 13 years old will need parents or guardian
Participating dog should be at least 6 months old
Any dog breed (regardless of size) can join, as long as it is not aggressive
Participating dog must have updated vaccine

Complete all 8 obstacles plus the bonus challenge and win this crystal trophy! Look at that beauty! Seriously, this will look good together with my other trophies.

Not feeling competitive and just want to have a relaxing time? Why not try the Beginner's Fun Challenge? For only 150 PHP, jump start your canine relationship with Crystal Wakeman of Dog's World Training. Learn and have fun with your dogs!

Qualifications:

Participating dog should be at least 6 months old
Any dog breed (regardless of size) can join, as long as it is not aggressive
Participating dog must have updated vaccine

This one of a kind dog sporting event is set to commence on November 28, 2015 at the Greenfield City Sports Field, Paseo Center, Sta. Rosa Laguna from 8am to 7pm. For more details, visit their website HERE.

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Pasig City E-Trike

Environment 6/19/2015 01:47:00 PM

Sometime around early May, I was on my way home when I got to ride Pasig City's first ever E-Trike. It was a different kind of experience, being that I was used to smaller tricycles here in my area. And boy did I feel like a princess! Everyone was looking at me! Uhm... Actually they were looking at the vehicle.

This is my view from the inside. If my memory serves me right, it can reach speeds up to 30 or 40 km/hr, which is good as it will prevent drivers from over speeding. Have you seen a trike na humaharurot? More so have you ever ridden one with a driver from hell? I did and it was scary as f*#k.

Just look at that spacious leg room! This is probably the most comfortable trike ride I've ever had. Besides my seat which is big enough for 2 people, there's also another one (can fit 2 more) that folds up. It is partially visible in this picture.

Since it was only on it's third day of operation, the sticker that identifies the "TODA" was not yet available.

I think the tires are too small. There's definitely some kind of mechanical reason as to why they used such a size.

Virgilio Soriso, the very humble and friendly president of MERSANTODA gave me the scoop on this vehicle (besides willingly posing for a picture).

The vehicle charges for at least a day and can be used up to 8 hours.
Fare is the same.
The first batch of E-trikes (less than 10 units) were provided to presidents of selected TODAs. I didn't ask if it was given or if they had to pay for it.
Operators who are willing to switch to this unit will be accommodated by the local government from what I was told. Maybe they will be provided with financial assistance or reasonable terms to pay for it? I'm pretty sure the price tag isn't cheap.

I understand that some drivers may not find it appealing because of time restrictions since most of them go beyond 8 hours of operation just to provide for their families. But why not keep it as the primary means of transport then switch to the gas-powered ones afterwards? That's still 8 hours of not emitting harmful gases to the atmosphere. Imagine how the air around us will be different if there were a multitude of these.

I am also aware that demand for electricity will go up if more operators use them, and that could be a whole other issue. However it will surely address some of our current environmental concerns. That argument alone should be enough reason to promote this vehicle. Hopefully, we got to see more of them soon.

Did you get a chance to experience riding an e-Jeep operating somewhere here in the Metro? Have you ever seen any similar vehicles around here? Comment and share your thoughts!

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Vision Therapy Eyewear: Is it effective?

First Impression 11/27/2013 11:26:00 AM

On my recent trip to Watsons in SM Megamall, this product caught my eye. At first I thought that they're just cool pieces of eye wear, but to my surprise they are sold to correct vision. This product promises better eyesight without glasses, and claims that it is suitable for nearsighted, farsighted & astigmatic adults or kids.

Price tag starts at Php1580 and goes up depending on the size. I tried the "L" one, and to my surprise, I can clearly see through the small holes and read from a far even without my prescription glasses! Squinting helps me see better whenever I don't have glasses on - it's somehow similar with seeing through the pinholes, because it's directing the eye's ability to focus on any subject.

Despite the shocking (and amazing) experience, I had to pass up on purchasing the item as I was still a bit skeptical on it's effectiveness.

Why glasses don't help (as stated on the flyer)

1. Glasses are 20 times over-powered when reading at 1 foot away

2. Prescription glasses tend to cause stress and strain, which may contribute to progressive myopia, presbyopia & astigmatism.

3. Nobody wore glasses and return to perfect vision

Benefits of Vision Therapy Eyewear (as stated on the flyer)

1. Helps one see clearly near and far using the pinhole scientific principle

2. Users becomes less dependent on glasses

3. Exercises and trains one's vision system to see better

4. Promotes good vision habits & helps improve eyesight naturally

Vision Therapy Eyewear FAQs (as stated on the flyer)

Q: Who and when were the vision therapy eyewear or pinhole glasses invented?

A: It is not known who invented the pinhole glasses but the scientific principles of pinhole effects (light travels in straight lines) were discovered many centuries ago. Pinhole glasses are widely sold in America, Europe and Australia as alternatives to prescription glasses since the 1950s at least.

Q: What is the benefit of the eyewear?

A: It helps relieve strain and stress caused by prescription glasses, yet enabling clearer vision. Promotes an important vision habit to perfect vision: central vision

Q: Are there any side effects?

A: None. But due to the restricted peripheral vision, one should not wear the product when driving or moving about outdoors for safety considerations.

Q: When and how long do you wear the item?

A: Should be worn frequently as a substitute of prescription glasses indoors, such as when watching TV, when in front of a computer, and reading. For severe myopic, presbyopic and astigmatic cases (>5.0 diopeter) stepped-down prescription glasses are helpful when used with the product. Wear 5 to 10 minutes the first time and increase length of usage after getting used with seeing through the pinhole.

Q: How long do we need to wear the product to experience vision improvement?

A: It is not the length of time, but the need for reducing the root cause of vision challenges: stress and strain in the visual system. Most customers find it beneficial to wear the item progressively, starting from 10 minutes per session extending 60 minutes each time, after getting comfortable seeing through the pinholes.

Q: How do we know that vision has improved?

A: The world has become super sharp, one's existing pair of glasses has become overpowered and may even cause headache. Use the Snellen Eye Chart to measure improvement.

Have you tried this product already? Does it actually work? I'd love to ditch the frames and see normally, without having to go through an eye operation. Let me know!

Go to the nearest Watsons outlet in your area to buy or contact Natural Vision Therapy at (02) 6256616 / +63 9173833490 / www.thebatesmethod.com for any inquiries. Purchase includes Free Eyewear Manual, Near and Far Training Eyecharts (download from www.thebatesmethod.com receipt number/date required)

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