Semana Santa 2008

I finally have the free time to blog about how the Holy Week went for Krissy and I.

But anyway, before I proceed, I just have to write a couple of things first:

1. CONGRATULATIONS to my good friend Ikie. Somebody's got a girlfriend...! *said in a sing-song tone*
2. CONGRATULATIONS too to Atty. Sarmiento for passing the super tough bar exams. =)
2. Just tracked that somebody got his/her way to this blog through googling my name. Wala lang. ..

Holy Week was spent well for our family. I say that it was the most solemn celebration in four years! 2005 was the year I was pregnant so it was difficult for me to move around. Meanwhile, I had to pass a major hardship in 2006 so my prayers were focused towards something else. Last year, I was actually looking forward to a week-long trip after Easter so I was not able to concentrate on the celebration. Besides, Krissy was so young then. We couldn't make her sit still in the church for hours.

This time is different. I'm physically, psychologically and emotionally more stable now so that must have had a good bearing on how I spent the week. Aside from this, my dad was appointed as one of the 12 Disciples so our family had to be present in church events that require his participation. I was also able to regain camaraderie with my Lecom (Lectors and Commentators Group) org mates. In fact, I will be serving on April. I think the last time I served was in 2004 pa.

Just to keep things short and organized, I'm writing on a per day account.

PALM SUNDAY
Just went to mass. The waving of palms and blessing with holy water were new experiences for little Krissy. She said she got wet daw during the blessing.

HOLY MONDAY
Was at work and rushing some payments and other arrangements for a workshop that we're arranging for the CSR (not Customer Service Rep, hehe) Institute.

HOLY TUESDAY
Was at work again and thank God, meetings for that day were cancelled.

HOLY WEDNESDAY
Three superficial things made me rave about the day: half-day at work, dressing down (super casual) for the day and shopping!

MAUNDY THURSDAY
Went to mass and visited churches (Visita Iglesia). Krissy was tired but happy. Me too!

GOOD FRIDAY
Attended the Veneration of the Cross and had dinner and halo-halo at Petron in NLEX. Our helper was on leave and we did not have time to cook.

BLACK SATURDAY
Attended Easter Vigil. Krissy was amazed by the fire ceremony and the resurrection show.

EASTER SUNDAY
Was not able to attend Easter mass anymore because Krissy won't get up.

But my sister and I watched the Ateneo-La Salle PBA Showdown where the ending results were 90-90. Gave me a great feeling just watching the Ateneo guys who played for our team during my college days. If only Araneta was packed and the Blue Babble was there to enlive us, things would've been perfect. Nevertheless, the school spirit was alive... especially when things picked up for Ateneo towards the end of the second half.

We went to her friend Bec's birthday dinner afterwards.

Dumond Winter 2008

They have a bunch of exciting sandals this time. Click here to view the latest Dumond shoes.

My Handbag Wishlist

My Bag Philosophy is "treat your bag as your long-time companion."

It should match what you wear, able to carry your bare necessities, timeless, sturdy and most of all, it should match your lifestyle.

Case in point. I heard of one amusingly bizaare story of someone who toted her LV in Divisoria. Guess what? It got slashed. Tsk, tsk.

Anyway, here are the classic bags I wish to bring around sometime soon.



1. Chanel Classic Flap Bag


2. Louis Vuitton Damier Azur Berkeley


3. LV Damier Canvas Knightsbridge


4. Hermes Vintage Kelly Crocodile Handbag


5. LV Monogram Canvas Speedy 30


5. Hermes Birkin (white)

Live Post: Should memorabilias from a bad relationship kept in the first place?

Can't sleep. Sorted through some old stuff I don't care much about anymore.

What do you do with stuff that you have to keep but you don't wanna keep?

In the first place, should memorabilias from a bad relationship be kept at all?

The Dating Caste System

I'm afraid that the clichė “all is fair in love” does not always apply in love's very own prerequisite: dating.

When Carrie said in a SATC episode that New York's class system has been replaced by the Caste System, I cannot help but partly agree in behalf of the Philippine society.

How many guys have forgone chances of asking out the girl of their dreams by saying “she's out of my league”? And just how many girls have stuck up their noses and shunned the baduy, the nerdy and most especially, the poor boy?

As dating is a venue for both parties to get to know each other, lifestyles play a big role in compatibility. Compatibility usually determines whether the parties will move on to the next level, stay behind or just stop dating. Doesn't social status have something to do with our ways of life?

In the Philippine version of the caste system, the difficulty lies more on the shoulders of men than in women. Given that the role of the chief provider has been given to men, more pressure is put on them to meet, if not exceed, the lifestyle that the woman's father was able to provide her. That is why we hear men saying “I cannot date her because I cannot afford her.”

It may be easier for women since family names and income is determined by the man. There may be whispering and eyebrow-raising behind but still, if the man fights for her, then so be it. What the disapproving parents can only do is to take away his trust fund or refuse to give his inheritance.

But earlier, I stressed that I only partly agree that the Caste System exists in the Philippines. Let me explain why.

Highered.mcgraw-hill.com defines Caste System as:

“A system of social stratification in which social position is determined by the family into which a person is born, and change in that position is usually not possible during an individual's lifetime.”

The Caste System was originally part of the ancient Hindu culture. It is very discriminating such that persons of higher castes cannot associate themselves with those of lower castes. The Brahmins, Kshatriyas and the Vaishyas cannot even touch the Shudras (lowest caste performing the most menial of jobs) and much more that they cannot marry them.

Though discrimination based on Caste has been prohibited in India since the late 40s, it's effect is still deeply ingrained in India's culture.

Caste is determined by birth. It doesn't have anything to do with achievements outside of the dictates of one's caste.

This is where I disagree.

Perhaps the Caste System exists in Philippines' upper class society where the Elizaldes marry the Aranetas or the Prietos marry the Lagdameos. These families usually marry those who are born of the same status. Besides, they are not likely to mingle with those belonging to lower classes due to differences in lifestyles. (One is usually labeled a freeloader when seen hanging out with those whose lifestyles he or she cannot afford.)

But in high middle class societies and down to the lowest ones, birth-based castes are loosely observed. It is in this classes where achievements in life matter and where mixed society mingling is possible. This is where self-made millionaires with rags to riches stories end up marrying their Belles. This is where having a Bongkinki or a Bagonggahasa last name will not matter. On second thought, hmm...

I hate the fact that relationships are affected by economic stature but sometimes, it really has something to do with friendships, dating and marriage.

Like, will you ever date someone who dresses like Soulja Boy and brings you to 3 Pinoy Big Sisters Carinderia at Balintawak for dinner?

I'm afraid I won't.

Credits:
How does the Hindu Caste System work?
Caste System definition

Join the EARTH HOUR

On 29 March 2008 the Philippines will join countries around the world as we literally "turn the lights out" for Earth Hour - an event that will fuel awareness on climate change and prove that when the people of the world work together, they can make a difference in the fight against global warming.

Earth Hour will take place throughout the Philippines from 8 to 9 pm on Sat, 29 Mar. 2008. WWF invites you to participate by shutting off lights for 60 minutes, organizing your own "lights-out" event or by forwarding this mail to your friends, workmates and family.

Launched in Australia on the 31st of March 2007, Earth Hour moved 2.2 million people and 2100 businesses in Sydney to turn off their lights for one hour. This massive collective effort reduced the city's energy consumption by 10.2% for one hour. With Sydney icons like the Harbour Bridge and Opera House turning their lights off and unique events such as weddings by candlelight, the world took notice. Inspired by the collective effort of millions of Sydneysiders, many major global cities are joining Earth Hour in 2008, turning a symbolic event into a global movement.

Today's buildings account for:
12% of world's water use
40% of world's greenhouse gas emissions
65% of world's waste output
70% of world's electricity consumption

Green Buildings save:
30% in energy
35% in CO2 emissions
30–50% in water use
50–90% in waste costs

beneficiALI. An Ayala Land Campaign for Sustainability.

YOUR participation will go a long way in spreading the message that we, as individual droplets working collectively – can create an impetus far more powerful than the mightiest of rivers. For more information, log on to the WWF Earth Hour page at: http://www.earthhour.org/.

If you want to learn more about how else you can help make Earth Hour in the Philippines a success, reply to this email or drop us a line at (632) 920-7931, (632) 920-7923, or (632)920-7926

The love that keeps me alive

Found this while blog hopping...

Nothing is more practical than finding God, that is, than falling in love in a quite absolute, final way.

What you are in love with, what seizes your imagination, will affect everything. It will decide what will get you out of bed in the morning, what you will do with your evenings, how you will spend your weekends, what you read, who you know, what breaks your heart, and what amazes you with joy and gratitude.

Fall in love, stay in love and it will decide everything.

Pedro Arrupe, SJ.

* * *
This is why I try to help myself in retaining a healthy relationship with God.

Given the requirements of the workaday world--deadlines to meet, meetings to attend, parental curfews to follow and most of all, my mommy responsibilities which I have to fulfill, it's not that hard to lose focus and neglect one's responsibilities to Him. It does not mean yet that faith was lost in the process. But then, it could be. Continuously putting aside prayers, reflections and going to church weakens the relationship and may eventually cause our love and faith for Him to weaken.

Okay, I'm here again talking about God. I know I am so unworthy of writing about Him. I know.

I found myself putting visits to chapel, confessions, moments alone and going to mass on my "mamaya na/saka na lang list" for so many times already. Most of the time, there's an inner voice that seems to be calling me. Whenever I prolong choosing to ignore this voice, I always end up in "days of turmoil."

I think this is because by ignoring the voice, I have displaced God from being in the center of my life to being in the least of my priorities. Whenever this happens, I make myself vulnerable to temptations, end up doing bad things and feel even more unworthy. Thus, I move further away from God.

On the other hand, I realized that by putting God in the center of my life, there follows a strong desire to be good. There also seems to be less fear. I don't know if it's just me or if it's a natural thing for everybody, but I usually get the vibe whenever shitty things are bound to occur. But with my faith intact and my relationship with God being healthy as ever, I always have the courage to face uncertainties and challenges.

Yes, I love God. I am in love with Krissy (my daughter) and with my dreams for the two of us and our family.

This love keeps me alive.

Melissa Shoes

These Scarfun Summer shoes are so cute! Which color should I get?

Scarfun Summer in Green

Rear view

Scarfun Summer in Grey

Check out their local online store. They sell these items around P500 cheaper than Mix (unless I did not hear the sales lady correctly.) Click here.

They can also be purchased at the following authorized Melissa outlets:

Anthem, Powerplant Mall, 896-9534
Mia Bella, Serendra, 901-3040
Culte Femme, Rustan's Shangri-la/Makati/Alabang, 633-4636/813-3739/850-5561 to 64 (according to order)
Mixdenim, Greenbelt 3, 757-4731

The 1st PBA Ateneo-La Salle Showdown

Excited for Easter?

You bet. And one of the reasons is the 1st PBA Ateneo-La Salle Showdown. I just hope that Ateneo wins para hindi sayang...

Proceeds of this game will go to the scholarship fund of the children of former PBA players. Tickets are still available at Ticketnet.

Click here to read more about the showdown.

* * *

But anyway, let's make use of the non-working days to reflect and appreciate Christ. During lunch time today, I was kind of ranting to an officemate about not being allowed to join my friend to Bora this Holy Week. She told me something really nice and enlightening. She said:

"Isipin mo na lang na ang hindi mo pagsama ang ultimate sacrifice mo."

She's right. Our family tradition is not to spend the Holy Week in festive vacations. We'd rather spend it at home in Bulacan or at my mom's hometown in Bicol, where we attend to the local parish's activites like prusisyon, Seven Last Words, washing of the feet, etc.

This year is extra special coz my dad was invited to be one of the 12 Disciples so as members of his family, we'll be with him in the activities where he's required to be present. It's also nice that Krissy recognizes Christ and the value of "celebrating" this season solemnly.

I have already prepared myself to the occassion by going to confession last week. Hopefully, I get to follow a good advice from the confessor: to avoid the persons and/or things that cause me to sin (aka temptations).

Amen. =)

Bruno Frisoni

Nice, aren't they?

Check out the Bruno Frisoni Summer/Spring 2008 stuff.

From The Guidon: Organizing Empowerment. The Cause and Struggles of Campus-Based Women's Organizations

This write-up by The Guidon, Ateneo's official English publication, makes me both proud to have started something together with a bunch of passionate men and women and saddened by not being able to secure Mulieris' sustainability even after I left Ateneo. (Note: Mulieris was conceived on 2003, officially formed on 2004 and existed till 2006)

Organizing empowerment. The cause and struggles of campus-based women’s organizations

by Ryan Edward L. Chua and Sara Mae Mawis

The Ateneo may have opened its doors to women 32 years ago, but a women’s organization has yet to survive on campus.

In Ateneo

In both the Ateneo and the University of the Philippines (UP)-Diliman, women’s organizations are struggling - forboth recognition and survival amidst doubts and skepticisms about their purpose and existence. While there havebeen attempts to start women’s organizations in the past, these organizations have been dissolved. Last year,however, another women’s organization was formed on campus. Mulieris, an unaccredited women’sorganization, was founded last year by Joyce Talag (AB DS '05). Talag describes Mulieris, derived from the Latin word for women, as a women’s organization that aims to promote awareness and responsiveness through projects that are socially-oriented in nature. It has a vision of a society that is aware of complex gender issues.

Christine Bellen, a faculty member of the Department of Filipino, is the moderator of Mulieris. Bellen believes that there is a real need to establish a women’s organization in Ateneo. She says that there are certain issues on women that need focus and discussion in the University. While there are no specific issues that pushed for Mulieris’ formation, Bellen says that Mulieris’ primary driving force is to provide an intellectual avenue to discuss women’s issues. "[Naniniwala kami] na ang mga babae, kasama sa mga pulitikal [at] intelektwal nausapin (We believe that women are part of political and intellectual issues)" ; she says.

Mulieris President Patricia Miranda (IV AB PoS) strongly believes in their purpose. "[Ateneo is] a school that has both men and women...how come there’s no representation of women," she says. She adds that thousands of women in society are affected by social stigma and sexist norms, and that they are here to make students aware of that.

Ma. Luisa Reyes, Ph.D., a faculty member of the Department of English and a founding member of the Kalayaan Women’s Organization, believes that since Patriarchy is an ideology that allows men to dominate, its effects are on a subconscious level. "When I was a student, dominant roles were given to the men [in group works and the student council]. Why? Because of certain ways of thinking that men should become presidents. People don't say that, but you know it's there." Reyes believes that the propagation of stereotypes or gender roles becomes natural and normal and that is why an organization is necessary. Mulieris Internal Vice President Mavis Jalbuena (III AB HUM) shares the same belief. She observes a lack of attention in Ateneo to women’s issues. She says they organized themselves to take the first step in promoting awareness. Jalbuena believes that due to their education, they have a social responsibility to less-educated women. "We see [that we’re] accountable for other women out there," she says. In targeting their main goals, they use the elements of education, outreach, and advocacy.

Efforts include organizing forums, symposia, and focus group discussions. They also immerse themselves into institutions such as the women’s correctional facility.

For men as well

Although it is a women’s organization, Mulieris is not exclusively for females. Bellen explains that they accept anyone regardless of gender as long as applicants are aware of women’s rights. Miranda says that they have an almost equal number of male and female members. She says that the organization believes that both sexes experience oppression. Bellen adds that having members of both genders proves that a lot of people want to understand gender issues.

In UP

Long before Mulieris was founded in the Ateneo, a women’s organization was active in UP Diliman. Founded in 1994, the General Assembly Binding Women for Reform, Integrity, Equality, Leadership, and Action (GABRIELA) Youth (GY) chapter in UP was conceived. There were many issues that pushed for its foundation, including the case of a former Economics professor who was molesting his female students. Unlike Mulieris, whose formation was not really marked by such immediate issues, GY’s founding was fueled by the increased hazards to women’s security in UP.

Cases of rape and other crimes against women throve on campus at the time that GY was established. GY Chairperson Madella Santiago says that their primary objective is to instill awareness of women’s issues. They initiate various programs and services that reach outside the UP campus. These include advocacy projects such as forums, class-to-class discussions, and immersions. They also take an active part in protests against social injustice like the Hacienda Luisita demonstrations. Aside from this, GY pushes for bills on women’s rights in Congress. The organization also offers legal services and counseling to victims of gender discrimination and sexual harassment.

Another active women’s organization in UP is the Delta Lambda Sigma (DLS) Sorority founded in 1946. Unlike most sororities, DLS President Francesca Baltazar says they are different. Contrary to many people’s notions of sororities, they are aimed at service. "We’re not just here for ourselves. We’re here to serve other people," she says. According to her, although women nowadays are not as oppressed as they used to be, there is a need to bind women in discussion of issues that affect them. As a sorority, they help raise awareness and glorify womanhood and women empowerment.

GY in Ateneo?

According to Bellen, a chapter of GY used to exist in Ateneo with Ma. Teresa Tinio of the Department of English as its moderator. It was, however, eventually dissolved. Miranda wonders why GY did not succeed. She has also heard of another group called Medusa that was created in the Ateneo, but disbanded. She hopes that Mulieris would be the first women's organization in Ateneo to survive.

Making it

Surviving in the Ateneo needs a lot of work. While GY was recognized in UP almost immediately after it was formed, Mulieris is one of the many organizations undertaking the long process of accreditation in the Ateneo. Before it gets to enjoy the benefits of being an accredited Ateneo organization, Mulieris must undergo a tedious evaluation process administered by the Office of Student Activities (OSA). OSA Director Miriam delos Santos describes the accreditation system as complicated. She says it’s a yearlong process of data-gathering, surveying, and evaluating based on a number of criteria. Mulieris expressed intent for accreditation last March 2004. It needs to sufficiently meet the criteria on Ignatian values and practice, character formation and competence training, and social involvement to get approval. The disadvantages of unaccredited organizations include not being allowed to reserve venues for activities until three days before the event. "Even though we’d like to bypass the whole accreditation [process] and work just for the love of women’s issues and women’s rights, at some point we really need funding and support from the school to actually be successful," she explains. Bellen agrees. She says that they would like to start more projects, but being unaccredited often prevents them since they do not receive a budget from the administration. Nevertheless, Bellen feels that the Ateneo is supportive of their cause since their projects still get approved. She describes the Ateneo as a community that is always open to changes. She says, however, that there are limitations since it is a Catholic university with conservative values. Delos Santos says that the Ateneo is very much open to the idea of having a women’s organization in campus. "Women’s rights are still human rights, [and] I think the Ateneo as an institution would always want to uphold human rights," she says.

Struggle for recognition

Whether Mulieris receives support and acceptance from the Ateneo community in general is still debatable. Miranda shares that there are still a lot of people who question the idea of having a women’s organization in campus. She says that there are even students who say that there’s no need to have an organization like Mulieris, and some would even accuse the members of being lesbians. Mulieris Advocacy Head Joel Barredo (IV AB PoS) admits that the school was quite skeptical about their organization when it was still at its initial phases of formation. This doubt, according to Miranda, is always cast upon organizations which push for certain beliefs or ideologies. Mulieris External Vice President Charvic Flores (IV AB IS) says that they really have beliefs that some people may not agree with. Thus, they are not that aggressive in recruitment. Barredo says the community is supportive of them in some ways.

"The fact that we have a moderator from the faculty is also a kind of support from the academe," he explains. Bellen says that so far, no single person or group has ever openly expressed sentiments against Mulieris. She believes that the Ateneo community respects the thrust of their organization. GY faces the same problem. Despite being an already stable and established organization, Santiago says that they still face skepticism about the necessity of organizations such as theirs. Some of their projects were affected by this way of thinking. For instance, Santiago says that the GY-sponsored staging of the play The Vagina Monologues during last Women's Month celebration did not push through in other schools, like Miriam College and Ateneo. Santiago thinks that people might have prejudged the play because of its suggestive title, despite the fact that it is about women's struggles in society.

Santiago believes they face widespread apathy from students. A lot of them are indifferent towards women’s issues and to the organization’s struggles. Reyes explains that such indifference comes from a society where patriarchy is not obvious yet is extremely powerful.

Views on women’s organizations

According to Reyes, this is where the role of women’s organizations comes in. She stresses that women are often boxed within certain oppressive standards and are stereotyped in society. "We need an organization that will pay attention to that," she says. Baltazar, on the other hand, believes that there’s nothing wrong with forming a women’s organization. According to her, establishing such movements does not attack the other sex.

"We are not against men. Rather, we are here to protect our rights," she explains. Miranda also believes that although their organization is inclined towards women, they are more into gender equity. "Every time you liberate the woman, you [also] liberate the man. It’s not just helping women. You help both," she says.

Santiago supports the point, adding that issues against women should not be blamed on men. She says that societyitself has its flaws that need to be addressed, and doing so lies in organizations like GY.

Surviving

Despite the odds, these three organizations manage to survive. Miranda, Santiago, and Baltazar all say that what keeps them alive is the deep friendship and passion ingrained in each member of their organization. Santiago claims that she and other GY members are willing to die for their cause and convictions.

Reyes believes that whether a women’s organization like Mulieris will survive depends largely on the members themselves. "The victim must fight for herself. If the victim doesn’t fight for herself, nobody’s going to fight for [her]," she says.

While GY and DLS are both eyeing numerous projects outside their campus, Mulieris, while awaiting official recognition, focuses inside the Ateneo community. They are planning activities to stir students’ interest in women’s issues.

Mulieris Marketing and Finance Head Michelle Ordoveza (IV BS ME) points out that many Ateneans fail to see that the world outside the Ateneo lacks gender equality. Jalbuena stresses the need to help students step out of their comfort zones and face things that happen outside our small world. Bellen, on the other hand, says that although Mulieris is still a diminutive force in upholding women's rights and social justice, every little contribution is important in the long run.

With a report from Fatima R. de Lara

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In light of the Women's Month Celebration

Forgive me for posting no-brainers for the past weeks. And most of all, forgive me too for not coming up with something for the Women's Day last week.

While ideas for topics have been popping in my head, believe me, I am really having a hard time typing them down. I will be writing two women-focused articles... with more substance. But for the meantime, I'll let you read something women-inspired, which was written by Rick Olivares in his blog, Bleacher's Brew.

Please read A Woman's Touch: How the co-educational system changed the Ateneo forever.

Happy reading! =)

Catching up with Ikes

Ikie's one of my favorite friends from Amex. An occassional yosi buddy (coz back then I was smoking regularly), a seasonal dinner-coffee companion and most of all, a really good friend!

We bumped into Kara, Klenn and some other common friends. Here are the pics.

Dumond Salto Alto Sandalias Summer 2008

More of Dumond =) DROOOOOL!!!

"Yayayain sana kita mag-madre"

Would you ever believe that a nun from St. Paul would actually say that to me?!? Well, at least nalaman ko na na may good girl vibe naman pala talaga ako and to the highest level na yan. Yay! Nagiging bakla na ang mga pinagsasabi ko lately for reading too much Chiziman Chuva and Chikatime. Hehe.

Anyways, has anyone read the DJ Montano scandal which also involves the names of some of Manila's socialites like Tim Yap, Celine Lopez, etc?

Grabe.

Cathy's Bags Part 2: Summer Bags

I'm starting to feel the heat of summer. Though the feel isn't really there yet but it's March, it's getting warmer and holy week's just next week so there, at least we have good reasons to start basking in thoughts (and soon, the sun and a summer fling?)

I had to decline to a super nice invitation to Bora for the Holy Week. Kung pwede lang mag-PI sa panghihinayang but the thing is, it's for a better purpose. So I might as well, let it go. Haay...

Anyway, just for us to be in the mood for summer, I think these bags from Cathy's Bags are very summery. The designs and materials used are very Filipino. They look so nice to tote around the beach or the streets.

I already inquired about these bags. But let me just share the pics for you to admire and buy! They're available at http://www.cathysbags.com/.



Belt bag adorned with some pearls



The ultimate beach bag!


Swear, this is nice to carry to work


Daytime/Weekend bag


Pang beach gimmick


Great accessory to a summer evening outfit
I'm thinking of pairing it with my hot blue strapless beach dress

End note: Ayayay! Gusto ko na mag-summer. I miss the scent of Beach Hut spray and Maui Island... Also miss the summer of 2003. Talk about an unforgettable guy.

Cathy's Bags Part 1: A fab new discovery

Thanks to http://www.stealthatlook.com/, I was given access to all the nice local online shops which includes Cathy's Bags.

Here are some of the stuff I like:

Sa sHoEs!


Retro Print Silk
Peep-toe Maryjane Wedge

Too bad, there's just one pair of these left and they're in size 5.5! These shoes are so edgy. They're supposed to be retro but for me, para syang modern art.




Purple Snakeskin
T-Strap Ballet Flat

I have to check this first at Cathy's stores before making an order. It's on sale! Super cheap but some items may look good in photos but not when they're on your feet!

These fabbies are available at www.cathysbags.com.