The kids and I bought this “lucky bamboo” at SM Fairview last December. It was our Christmas gift to Daddy. He was supposed to bring it to the office, but decided to just leave it at home.

Green indoor plants give calming or soothing effect. They also improve the air we breathe at home and the workplace as they absorb harmful gases present in the air.

My first entry for Green Living Monday. Kindly click on the badge to join.

Asbestos mesothelioma is one of the incurable diseases that can afflict a person exposed to asbestos for an extended period. The other diseases are asbestosis or pulmonary fibrosis, calcified pleural plaques, lung cancer, pleural thickening and laryngeal cancer.

Five years ago local health and environmental experts have warned that the country would experience the peak of asbestos-related deaths 10 to 50 years from now if asbestos use is not abated. Asbestos is considered one of the most toxic chemicals being used for industrial purposes.

The products known to contain asbestos include fiber cement boards, packaging materials, gaskets, and friction and mechanical parts such as brake and clutch. Some major building projects such as malls, gasoline stations, airports, and several condominium projects use fiber cement boards.

While 40 countries have already ban asbestos use, Metro Manila-based companies are still importing an estimated 4,000 metric tons of asbestos for the local manufacturing and distribution of various asbestos-containing products.

There have been efforts by the government to regulate the importation, manufacture and use of asbestos and the storage, transport and disposal of their wastes. However, the order was not strictly enforced because of the government’s limited manpower and technological deficiency.

A total of 101,010 marathon runners coming from various sectors are expected to join the largest charity run to be held in October.

The event called 10.10.10 RUN FOR PASIG RIVER is part of the “Malinaw” advocacy, one of the many initiatives of the ABS-CBN Foundation to restore the Pasig River. “Malinaw” advocacy was launched last April 15 by the Kapit Bisig Para sa Ilog Pasig (another effort of the ABS-CBN Foundation) and their partners. The advocacy aims to bring back the glory of Pasig River and mobilizes various communities in action.

The event might be another glorious entry of the Philippines to the Guinness Book of World Records as thousands of runners from government offices, schools, business corporations and other sectors will merge to support the rehabilitation of Pasig River.

I’m sure even the marathon runners that I have mentioned in my previous post (the Baguio-Benguet race) will join the charity event (or social movement as organizers call it) to raise awareness and for funds to clean the river.

The clean-up drive may take time but aren’t we glad there are committed individuals and organizations who are willing to protect and preserve what is left of the once majestic river? I’m sure many of you share the same sentiments as mine. I want my children and their future children to see the Pasig River clean and sustainable.

So mark you calendar for the fun run this October because I’m sure you wouldn’t want to miss this occasion.

There will be four major starting points – SM Mall of Asia (3Km), Luneta Park (5Km), The Fort Bonifacio Global city (10Km), and SM Markina (21Km), all converging to one finish line at the SM Mall of Asia where a grand celebration will be held after.

For those who are interested to join please visit http://www.101010runforpasigriver.com. You will have to sign-up in 10.10.10 run for Pasig River to get a slot.

This tag originates from Mommy Jac of Mom’s Special Diary. One year ago, Jac posted and share this badge to her fellow bloggers as her way of reminding us to do our share to help save and protect Mother Earth.

Here’s the rules:
~Click the badge and get the code then put the logo on your blog sidebar and post.
~Tell us what is your contribution to our planet? You live here for surely you’ve got something to share!! Post any pictures or share some of your ideas on how to help and save out planet Earth.
~Post this rules.
~Share this meme-tag to as many Blogger as you can think.

*** I re-use plastic or bottle containers at home. This way my household don’t add up to the burden of garbage management in my city; I turn off the lights when they are not in use; most of the light bulbs that we use at home are energy savers; except for important assignments, we don’t allow kids to stay as long as they want in front of the computer.

I’m now sharing this tag to all responsible inhabitants of Mother Earth, that means YOU! Come on grab the tag now and do your share. Show that you care.

We treat the kids for a late afternoon visit at the La Mesa Eco Park in Quezon City last week. We weren’t able to enjoy the facilities like the Superferry Boating Lagoon and Pavilion as it was already closed when we arrived in the area so we content ourselves with leisurely walk at the Lopez Picnic Grounds and hiking at the Shell Flower Terraces.

We really had a grand time although we were just at the area for less than two hours.

I love the outdoors although it’s rare that we do this kind of activity in recent years. The last time that we were there was in 2006. We hope to go back and explore the whole place even if it means conditioning my knees and feet for strenuous walking.

Outdoors like nature tripping is a good time for bonding with our families and friends. It is also good for our health and self-esteem.

An entry for Sassymom’s

Let’s join the rest of the world in celebrating Earth Hour on March 27, 2010 between 8:30 – 9:30 PM.

The momentous event marks the switching off lights for one hour to drum up awareness on issues of climate change and global warming. Turning off lights is just a simple action that send powerful message on the need for climate change solutions.

Last year, Earth Hour has inspired one Billion people in 4100 cities and 88 countries to switch off. Over 10 Million Filipinos in 647 towns, cities and municipalities joined in – more than anywhere else on Earth. This year Earth Hour Philippines aims for the participation of over 15 Million Filipinos in over 1000 towns and cities nationwide. Globally, 807 cities, towns and cities in 82 countries across every continent have already signed up.

Check out Earth Hour Pilipinas for more information on the event.

As promised in my previous post, here’s one of two videos taken from our guided park tour inside the Ocean Adventure (Subic, Olongapo) as part of our school field trip last Feb. 4.

The show held at the Nautilus Theater, features Simba, the popular sea lion member of the Sea Lion Marine Patrol team that teaches kids and adults about the value of 3Rs – reuse, reduce and recycle.

Plastic containers thrown in the sea pollute the water and kill cute sea creatures like Simba.

We were amazed at how Simba was trained to perform such tricks to the audience delight and entertainment. With Simba is co-actor Kuya Randy (the big fellow). (Mauie, thanks)

Watch the video now. Pardon the poor quality of sound.