I was able to acquire the cable turtles I saw in http://www.containerstore.com.

Of all the places, it was in Work Station in EDSA central. The best part is that it was 200php (about 4USD) for TWO pieces . . . unlike the 6USD per piece price tag on containerstore.

Tomorrow night, I’m getting my EOS 300D. Before I get the camera, Nono and I will go to far ends of the earth (Quiapo) to look for good stuff. I basically need some filters and a decent bag to protect my investment.