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Read Fave: The Graveyard Book

I just finished "The Graveyard Book" by Neil Gaiman and loved it! This book won both the Newbery Medal and Carnegie Award, and I can see why.

What's Up Down South

December nights are proving to be cool and breezy and I, for one, would take any opportunity to take a quick trip outside Manila to breathe in this fresh air. So it was great that my work friends and I hopped on a car two Fridays ago and went down South to celebrate Christmas over dinner, coffee and lots of laughter in between. I guess craziness is what happens when it's Friday and you're just counting down days til Christmas :) What was new to me though was some of the new things happening down South, especially in places like Sta. Rosa which now has Solenad and Nuvali.

Happy Christmas!

Merry Christmas everyone! Just sneaking in a quick greeting to y'all!   For to us a child is born, to us   a son is given; and the government shall be   upon   his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful   Counselor,   Mighty God,   Everlasting   Father, Prince of   Peace.   Isaiah 9:6

Playlist Faves: Weightless

I may be nursing a mild case of karaoke hangover, lol. We celebrated my sister's boyfriend's birthday yesterday, KTV style, and it was pretty fun. We sang our hearts and lungs out as we lined up one song after another and took turns with the microphone. Anyway, here is one song that I enjoy listening to lately. How really talented is Natasha Bedingfield?!

Ho-Ho-Ho!

                                        Christmas crunch time is upon us! Exchange gifts here, Christmas reunions there, the never-ending last minute Christmas shopping and Yuletide decorations everywhere...

Let it Travel to Your Heart

I missed this space! Now back to writing and updating you guys :) Yes, yes, yes, we have heard it all before, busyness that kept me at bay from this lovely space, but no excuses... I will try to get back on this "horse" on a more regular basis. Amen? Amen! THAT reflective Honestly, I am learning a lot these past few weeks and one of which is confronting with the fact that I may not be maximizing my voice exactly for His glory. We just got back from the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People training by Stephen Covey and it made me come face to face with questions about my personal mission, values, etc.

Best Kind of Friendship

Just weeks before my best friend, Ja, is to walk down the aisle, I thought I'd invite her for a quick lunch for our BFF brownie points. It was supposed to be a casual cook-in, because.. and this next statement will surprise you as much as me: I miss cooking! Or at least whipping up something edible, lol! Maybe more about that rekindled frustration on cooking on my next posts, but for today, allow me to just say a piece about the best kind of friendship :)

Throwback Thursday: Blast from the Past

Hey, I am feeling a wee bit contemplative today so I am sharing this short story I wrote 3 years ago :) I wrote it to sum up the year that was and instead of writing it as it is, I cocooned it inside a fiction. So it's like a realism + fiction. You may want to try writing one as the year comes to a close :)

D&C: They're married!

Hi there! So my college friend Cathy is finally married! I told you guys about her bridal shower here, and here are some of our photos on her wedding day two Sundays ago :D Just look at how happy she is! :D All smiles! That's how all brides should look like!

Read Fave: Top 7 Reading List

There are curl-up worthy books that you just want to bury with under the covers... then there are the click-worthy blogs with thoughts, fads and raves meant to be consumed while sitting in front of the computer or with your mobile devices. So I thought I'd give the latter ones the spotlight they deserve: here are some blogs and websites I have been happily visiting lately :) Click, read and bookmark away, loves!

Yolanda: Let's help

With the impact that Yolanda has made on the Philippines these past few days, clearly documented on newspapers and media channels, I cannot help but look at the photos and footage with a crease on my forehead - worried and sad on the lives affected because of it. How can your heart not go out to those people who lost their shelters and their loved ones? I am honestly not the most emphatic person on this planet, but a surge of compassion goes out to those who are left hungry, devastated and bereft.

Dashing to the Great and Happy

My appetite has been growing and growing lately, that my officemates seemed to have noticed it too. One time was when we threw a baby shower for Rhea at Amici, in which I kept asking from the other side of the table to "please pass" me the seafood pasta, the tutta carne and the other dishes from their side. And on and on I tasted and munched, quietly devouring the elements piled on my plate, as they talked about motherhood and wifeydom.

Fashion Spotlight: Little Carrie Bradshaw

With the new Carrie Diaries show, chronicling the life of Carrie Bradshaw from the hit TV series, Sex and the City, comes the flashback of all things 80s -- most particularly the characters' fashion sense. So for this fashion post, I'd like to put the spotlight on the small Carrie with her undeniably big fashion play, as a high school girl played by actress, Anna Sophia Robb. These are some favorites! Scroll down and see!

Bridal Shower Pit Stops

October weekends are turning out to be really fun J Like two Saturdays ago, we threw a bridal shower for my college friend, Cathy. Her requests were just 3 things: (1) No stripper (was that a disappointed grunt I just heard from you? Lol!) (2) Sabaw fun! (3) and reminiscent of our college days (so I guess this one was already referring to #2) So what her maid of honor, Steph, planned was a girls day out/sleepover that constituted stuffing our faces with all things yummy and sweet, a little naughty sexy trip at La Senza to pick up something naughty and sexy (jeez, that was redundant), and a pamper me fix at St. Nails, for a halo-ed experience at their branch in Makati.

Haler Baler!

I cannot wait to go back to this piece of island next year! My foot is still a little sore and I have a big bruise on my upper right thigh, but it doesn't make me less eager to go back to Baler just because of how much my friends and I enjoyed our recent trip there last Oct 5-6.

26 is the new 16

It's official. I am already in my late 20s! 26, yes that's how young I am :D Positive scripting, bow. But really, what's wrong with being 26? Hehe! Days before my birthday, people ask me what were my plans and I just shrug and say that I don't really have plans on the day itself. I wasn't trying to be emo about the whole thing. I guess, the 10th falling on a Thursday kind of made it a little bit sketchy for me to plan anything.

Baler Snapshots

I can't believe it's already been a week since my last post :( And I thought I was being more diligent with writing... Whoops! But hey, another way of looking at it is that being busy with other things gives us more material to write about. Diba??? Pwde na bang palusot yun? Hehe! But seriously though, it's true! Case in point, I was out for the entire weekend because of the Baler trip I was telling you guys about. I am super excited to tell you guys about the experience.. and I write that with a sore right foot (piki--piki lang ang peg ko these days), aching arms and back, and bruised knees.

Watchaupto: BDJ's Make it Happen

Hi girls! Viviamo Inc. , the makers behind the Belle de Jour power planner, has something very special coming your way next weekend, Oct 13:

On my Plate Lately

I'd like to blame the erratic internet connection for not being able to post something sooner but actually there had been tons on my plate lately, so apologies that this page had been static for awhile. :) But this is me catching up! Yaaay! I missed writing! I am amazed and thankful for the things that God has blessed me with. This last quarter will prove to be really hectic but I pray that He will strengthen me to do everything joyfully and purposefully.

Love, Mummy

I get bummed out that I keep getting sick lately. Okay, not illness-type of sick, just fever, cold and sore throat that keep coming back after a week or so :/ Gaaaaah! Sickness, stay away from me! :( So while I say a silent prayer to God to make me healthy and to go through my day with 100% energy, here is a funny yet endearing post that I came across this morning. This made me smile, loved it!

Fontilea Manila

So I finally got to test run a few pieces from Ais' line, Fontilea Manila! Pardon the cover up-wearing-selfies to follow. I asked Achi and Mhe to take the photos to show how the kimono fits. Ang hirap magpose, I'm hardly a natural at this. Haha! So bear with me and please focus on the kimonos --how it fits -- and imagine ways of wearing it :)

Pino Resto Bar

Hi there! Have you guys heard of Pino Resto Bar? I've heard about it a couple of times and had always been curious as to what their gustatory fare looks like.

Throwback Thursday: Sunburn Stories

Time to open up the virtual chest of long-ago entries in line with today being Thursday! I don't know who started Throwback Thursdays, but this is me jumping on the bandwagon. But instead of posting photos of a young, toothless and giggly me, I am posting words that I wrote years ago.  For this one, I dug up a crazy entry from one of my the-world-is-just-awesome tags -- simply put, these posts are all things travel.  Anyway, I hope this one makes you smile. :)

Berrrrr!

Wheeeee! It's the first day of September! And we all know what that means, Christmas countdown begins! We, Pinoys, make such a big deal out of it, and honestly, I wouldn't want it any other way because I super love this season! See how every sentence in this post ended with an exclamation point? THAT is how serious I am with Christmas :)) Here are some Christmas photos from around the world to get us all warm and fuzzy for the weekend:

Life's Bullet Points

Hi guys! Things are a little better this week! But here some just some thoughts: ideas on change, words, food and friends. :) Life's bullet points for me for the week :) Feel free to share yours too and I'd love to hear of your ideas on these reflections! :) Change can be a good thing These past 2 months, there had been many changes that scared me, that made me want to bolt straight out the door to search for greener pastures. But this past week, I realized that change can actually be a good thing. Sometimes, those are there to mold you into a better person and to make things better. (And those are 2 different things.)

Sunday reflections

Have you ever had days when you wonder, "what happened to my old self?" I am having one of those lately.  Yikes! Warning: A little coming-of-age/reflections of a 25-year old post vibe right here.

La Creperie Boheme: Where Sweet & Savory Meet

When I came in La Creperie Boheme to have my brunch fix two Saturdays ago, I was quick to smile at the table of yuppies who smiled at my direction. I thought they were friends with Christine, the co-owner of this lovely resto, so I armed myself with an easy smile that seemed a little awkward at first, but was nonetheless sincere. That was the first sign that this was going to be a different-sort of dining experience. :)

Spotlight on Erwan Heussaff

For this rainy day, let me just share this video of Erwan Heussaff which speaks of man's utter determination and willpower. From being obese to placing 8th on the most recent IronMan Triathlon competition, and now to running one of the most-visited food blogs in the country, a certified chef and a budding restaurateur at that, I have to say that I have come to admire this guy not only for his pretty face (come on!) but for his discipline and character. :)

Mighty Roadsters!

Uma-arte, este... Uma-outfit shot :))

Long weekend highlights!

Oh! The glee that a 3-day weekend brings! :) Honestly though, I would've wanted to have a weekend getaway, but I wasn't able to plan on time :( So I am soooo looking forward to doing one of my favorite things in the next few months: travel! So for this long weekend, I spent it balancing exercising, eating, sleeping and catching up on new movies and tv series. In short, chillllaaaaax lang muna tayo . :P

Good Skin Care > Excellent Make up

Hey kikay girls! How are you taking care of your skin these days? Manila weather goes for the extreme at times, so sunshine-y on the first day, then it's pouring like crazy on the second day. And with the stress, dust and pollution, come the cry of our skin for help! This is coming from a girl who commutes via bus, train (MRT = Character formation program of the Philippines/ Patience Building Advocacy of RP) and jeep on a daily basis, so I tend to be melodramatic with all the pollution at times :)

Fashion Spotlight: V Hudgens

It's been awhile since I did a fashion post, and for this post let me put the spotlight on this fashion-forward lady whose style I have come to admire. Ready? :) Vanessa Hudgens This girl has come a long way from her cutesy outfits during her High school Musical days, and have grown her personality and style through the years.

Absolute

... And we're already more than halway thru the year! :) July 31! Oh, July was a busy, busy month but it was a "God, you are good!" month for us at church and at work. Last Saturday, the Singles ministry of Victory GH held "Absolute - a heart to heart talk on purity". Speakers were couple, Pastor Dennis and Thammie Sy:

When it's Ripe and Ready

Casa San Pablo posted this today on their FB page and it brought me back to the time when I went there, because these are as sweet as they look!

Photo Quote of the Day

Just wanted to share this photo which speaks volumes to whatever tough situation you may be in at the moment.

Story of a Well-Spent Saturday

Saturdays are fast becoming what my Fridays used to be... and what is that? My favorite day of the week! Last Saturday, I went home with sore muscles and a little headache from the heat, but with a happy smile on my face -- happy-tired. Gym Gym din pag may time For the second half of the year, I wanted to try out new things, as well as go back to what I like doing. So last Saturday, I went back to the gym after 3 years!!! WhoohoooO! Parang bulkan lang na pinatulog nang pagkatagal at sumabog ulit. So buhay pa pala yan nh?!? haha!

Read Faves: This is a Love Story

Hey! :) It's been two weeks! Anyway sorry for the short lull period with this blog, but I haven't lost interest on the written word, I have just been reading more than writing lately. Yaaay! So I finished my first book for the year yesterday! Kawawa! Hellow! July na po diba. Ohwells, but I am glad I finally gave in to the e-books mania and started stocking up my digital shelves, thanks to friends who are ever-so-willing to send me their reading lists :) So what book was it? Spotlight please:

Curls FTW!

When was the last time you did something new to your look? :) As for me, and pardon the selfie photos to follow, but it was just last Saturday, in the name of digitally permed hair! Woop woop!   I've had rebonded hair for more than two years already so it's high time to do something new with these tresses.

A Supposedly Secret Wedding

I am sure many of you have already seen the Maricar Reyes-Richard Poon wedding video. I have seen photos on Facebook and Instagram, someone even pasted the video link on my timeline, and one friend messaged me the video itself... so it's kind of hard to miss. :P All because I am such a freakin' cheeseballs, and they know me too well. And true enough, I can't help but get teary eyed as I watch the video... Waaaaahh!

Tech Savvy, Quiet Time Ready

Just the other day, I was imagining life without internet... And somehow it brought me back to the time when cellphones were more luxury than necessity, when meeting with someone at one place without this mobile wonder is still possible. Yes, it was POSSIBLE. So by now, that would've prolly given away my age... not yet too old but yes, inabutan ko pa ang casette tape days and boyband mania with matching songhits na tig P30 sa National Bookstore . :) Hmmm... sounds familiar? Apir!

Pearls and Gold by Mel's Collection

Nothing says classy more than a pearl-and-gold necklace over a black ensemble :) Spot this five-layered pearl necklace by Mel's Collection <3 

Throwback Thursday: Can't Wait to Meet

It's that day of the week again! And nope, this one is not about the lovey-romantic post as the last time, but it's the kind of friendship that grows with us when we ourselves change :) I wrote this when I jumped to a new job and reconnected with old friends, and found out that I have changed... time and distance do that. "ch-ch-chaaange..." :) 

No WiFi Zone

For the past week, I have slouched myself on the bed for hours, as I scroll down the news feeds of Facebook and Instagram, silently thanking Smart Wifi for allowing 5 gadgets to be online in our little abode. Finally! After years of using the stick and asking my sisters,  "Matagal ka pa? " as I wait for my turn to go wired, this little gadget of wireless happiness comes strutting in.

Why so serious???

"Helllloooo... this  is a parade... smiiiileeee..." that was probably one of the lines that made me like the character of Tara, the queen of the forest, more than the lead character, Mary Katherine, in the movie Epic.

Throwback Thursday: Be the Man You Want to Marry

Throwback Thursday! Words edition :) I wrote this post almost two years ago, I've had 3 blogs for the past four years so my ramblings and thoughts have been tucked away in three different places in the digital space. Reminds me of Voldemort and how he hid his soul to 7 different objects. Nerd alert! Hehe! So here it is, my realizations as far as marrying is concerned, when I was 23 years old:

Weekend Sale Alert!

Hey ladies! I know the weather is a little crazy these days, so here are some things to make your weekend awesome! Sale alerts from Fully Booked, Marks & Spencer, Body Shop, Wink and more!

SMFW Photo Faves

Thanks to the lovely and loyal customers of SMFW for the great reviews and photos! We're more than a year old and we're happy that Shoes Made for Walking is still at it -- selling uber comfy shoes for ladies at affordable prices. :) "My super duper lovey flats from SMFW :-)" - Teri

Foodie Faves: Early Bird Breakfast Club

...says the wall at the Early Bird Breakfast Club, one of the newest restaurants at the Fort, BGC.

Mommy's Day Package from Soiree!

Mother's  day is just one sleep away! Have you gotten something for your mom yet? I know that treating your mom to a spa or nail salon is something that has been done before, but really, with all the stress you put her under and the amount of work it took her to raise you, she deserves a break. :)

Read Faves: A Praying Life

Sometimes you come across a book that just really touched you that you can't help but share it other people... And this book right here just did that for me.

Where to in Bora 4/4: Chillin' like a boss with our red lipstick!

Our third day at Bora was spent lazing around the beach, wolfing down two breakfasts within one-hour interval (not a good idea to do this before hitting the beach :P), crashing at somebody else's pool and finally getting our seafood fest at dampa for dinner! Wheeee!

It's time to vote in!

Elections are but less than a month away! Have you decided who you're voting for? Well, neither have I. Yikes! I am hardly a politically aware person, and sad to say, I consider myself quite apathetic about the whole thing. :( But Philippines is getting better... and I am pretty excited with what God has in store for the country. Like the most recent development that Philippines has gained an investment grade rating, which would beckon  investors and tourists alike! This is great news for our economy and lets keep 'em coming by electing good, honest and competent leaders in the senate. At No, wala po akong kamag-anak sa mga tatakbo kaya isinulat ko ang post na ito. :D

Where to in Bora 3/4: Love is in the air at Kasbah!

If there was one foodie place that I was so ecstatic to have tried out on my most recent trip to Bora, it would be Kasbah! Kasbah: It's time to go Moroccan! Kasbah is located at Station 1 -- they serve Moroccan cuisine and has been the object of raves of many celebrities. That's why when our friend Jona asked for a recommended restaurant where she will throw a mini surprise dinner for her bf, Victor, my friend was quick to suggest Kasbah. And when we saw photos of the place, we were all quick to chime in with our resounding "Let's!"

God, please give me my book nook (pouty-pacute-face)

Sometimes I wonder how differently my 18-year old self will react over something compared to my 25-year old self today. Case in point: My family and I are planning on moving to a new home soon, and I just noticed that while years ago, I may still be looking for a house-house... Now, I just seemed to have confined myself to looking at condos and apartments, because while they are not exactly what my dreams are made of, they are more affordable. Thus, they are pretty much what our current reality could fit in. Maybe it's not so bad--being realistic--but sometimes the issue of faith kicks in and I ask myself, could it also be because I'm not believing hard enough? This is not to say, that with our fervor prayers and passionate cry-out to the Lord, we just await with our hands open as our dreams fall from the skies one by one... But maybe as time went by, I just stopped believing that it could happen, that together, we could earn more and that God is gracious enough to bless us...

6 Things that I'm Grateful for...

Every night before going to sleep, I do a short exercise: think about at least 3 things that I'm thankful for the day. So no matter how tiring the day may have been, I'll be reminded to count my blessings because there is always something to be thankful for. :) I can almost hear you say, "Eh ikaw na ang positib!" haha! But it's actually quite the opposite, because that is precisely why I do this daily exercise -- because it is not automatic for me. It's always so much easier to call it a day and slump my face on my pillow as I brace myself for the amount of work that awaits me the next day. I am no walking sunshine or Ms. Bright-Eyed-Wonder, so this is what I do to keep it together and to smile before going to sleep. So here are 6 things that I am thankful for this week...

"Doggiiiiieeee" no more!

Jazz! That's the name of our neighbor's dog! After months and months since my feeling-may-pet post , I finally know the name of this pooch. The thing about it though is that I have been so used to calling it "Doggie" (creative much!) that it just kind of stuck. Hehe! :)

Entourage dilemmas

My best friend texted me last night asking me for suggested necklines/styles of my gown as part of her entourage. Yesss, my friend of 22 years is getting married this year! Waaaaaaah! Now, just as with any girl who loves to shop, you can just imagine that this excited me. So I did what any 25-year old girl would do when faced with such decision: open Google then type "bridesmaid's gown" in the search box. Haha! So thank you Google creators for making life so much easier for mankind. We are forever indebted to your ingenuity. So now I'm scouring through tons of styles... and half an hour later, I am still searching for the ONE dress that I'll use as peg... Well, THIS apparently was not such an easy task to take on because there are so many choices! Izzz craaazy!

Where to in Boracay (2/4): Mañana & Epic

We were supposed to feast on fresh seafood on our first night at Boracay but we got to the market when they were already closing so they were only a few selections left... And we wanted to really EAAAAAAT, so we changed plans and move the dampa fiesta to some other night. Can you guess where we headed to instead for our first dinner in the island? Think Mexican... with red walls, colorful place mats and  sombreros decorating the interior... ...Think M a ñana!

Playlist Faves: Sweetness in Starlight

Where has this song been hiding?? I can't believe that this was way back from '07 and I only heard it a few weeks ago! Disclaimer: This is every bit of a sappy love song, but it's the kind that just makes you want to shut your eyes, imagine yourself under the stars and let yourself be danced away to a place of nostalgia and bliss.

Surfing... and what I did instead.

Happy Easter! How did everyone's Holy week go? Much-needed vacay for many, stay-cation for some...whichever it may be, I hope you were energized and refreshed for the upcoming week. :) A week ago, I was pretty bummed out when I found out that our La Union trip was canceled.

It is Done

I sometimes cry when I least expect it. And this song right here was the reason for my most recent tear-up episode.

Where to in Boracay: Don Vito Delizioso! (1/4)

Time to write about Boracay! The intense heat of the sun is a clear indication of one thing: IT'S SUMMER! And with that, I am sure many peepz will be flocking to the beach soon. And since Boracay is such a popular destination, it was not exactly my friends' and I first time to go there. Previously, when I went here, I wrote about the activities like ATV, Zorb, Parao sailing, Helmet diving in my old blog  here ... So to keep this post fresh and new, I will be writing about places to go -- such as foodie finds and hang out places. I'm a foodie at heart and I hope this post excites you too. :) And to not overdose you guys with so much foodie write up, I will divide this post into 4 parts. Aye? Alright! First stop...

Planner Backsliding

It might be a little late to write about the importance of planners since we're already three months into the year... but I have seen how my life is much more organized and my day more productive with one so let me write about it anyway and say that it's never too late to get one or get back to it!

A little breather

Whoops, I know I still owe you guys the post about Bora, but let me just take a breather from all the feature-vibe write ups I have been posting lately and take a more personal approach with this one. Yaaay! I think it has been quite awhile since I wrote something along those lines, eh? At first I was trying my best to strike a balance with this blog by constraining myself in writing something so personal (which has always been the case with my old blog), but eventually once I gotten used to it, it became easier. And now it just became all too comfortable not to delve much deeper into the personal stuff that it somehow became an escape route. So no more escaping!

Handmade by Etchosera

Yes, Etchosera talaga. When I first heard about this  online biz almost two months ago, I smiled and was a bit surprised with the name of the brand. I had to ask the person who recommended it to me to repeat the name just to make sure. According to its owner, Tiffany Uy, "t he name “Etchosera” refers to someone who possesses the power to blur the lines between truths and lies, leaving people intrigued." Humor-me much And just browsing through their albums, I find myself not just intrigued but even smiling at the name of each.  With names like "Charming ka teh?" for charm bracelets, "Hindi ako tinapa!" for koi-inspi red pieces and "Ambisyosang Dyosa" for neck pieces fit for a queen, this brand definitely has personality! And with branding, it is always good to cut through the clutter and be set apart from the rest. One of the Awimboweh pieces From Ambisyosang Dyosa collection Unique & Handmade Aside from the brand's per...

Summer is here!

Hey everyone! Remember the beach I was talking about on my Wink post a li'l more than a week ago? Can you guess where my friends and I went to? It's no secret hideaway, that's a clue. Lol. Dead give away na yan --- it's Boracay! :) And here's a little teaser on what transpired in that beautiful island during our 4-day stay there. I plan on writing in more detail soon! Bear with me please! :)

Outfit Shot: Color and Style Play on a Formal Event

Hey! Just a quickie outfit shot for a wedding I attended this afternoon. Thanks to Kimmy for letting me borrow her dress and shoes! I didn't have the time and money to spend anymore so she was a real life-saver! And I loved how the whole outfit came together after. Come and see!

Getting Beach-Ready with Wink!

Beach! That is what my mind seems to be saying these days, and on Friday we will be flying to a much-loved beach in Visayas (more about that soon). Finally! The sun and the seas! :D But before we don our swimwear and flip-flops, my friend and I made sure to get our skin beach-ready first. So just last Saturday, we went to Wink Laser & Wax Studio to get our waxing fix. We both have had experience in waxing, shaving and plucking so I think it was a great way to try what Wink has to offer differently in the market. Because we already have something to compare it with, we hope to bring something that will break it down into specifics, not just with the service but with the products and the  ambiance  as well. Hygiene is number 1 One thing worth remembering about Wink is its priority on cleanliness. Holly Chang, the young entrepreneur behind this budding business, is a self-proclaimed OC. And it shows the moment you enter one of the rooms. The s...

Playlist Faves: Shadowfeet

I'm a fan of Ms. Fraser right here, just because she is not only an amazing singer, but a great songwriter.

While I'm Waiting

While I'm Waiting was one of the events organized by Hardwired, Victory GH's Singles Ministry. This happened just last Saturday and one thing worth noting about the event was that it was jam-packed! Alam na ano ang concern ng mga singles ngayon. Haha! But yes, in the area of love life, everyone just seems to agree that it's something many people invest a lot of time thinking and praying about. So let's not deny it anymore and let us talk about it!

Chunky Heels!

It's like a hybrid of wedges and stilettos, and it gives you that height, class and comfort. Chunky Heels!!! This is what I am loving these days... and after perusing, here are my top 5 chunky heels picks that will suit different looks. As you will see, these are pretty basic choices so it's easy to match with any outfit and since we girls have a budget to follow, we have to invest in key pieces (just like the classic LBD).

Happy Hearts Day!

Now in other news and to keep the V-day vibe going, two of my closest friends are getting married this year: Ja and Cathy! And now they're both prepping for the big day! Ja was super ecstatic when one of the photographers she was eyeing, Samantha Erin, just replied to her for confirmation for her pre-nup shoot. So here are some of her really great photos (of other couples, hehe! Wala pa yung kina Ja eh) that I hope would make you go all googly-eyed and kilig:

Week 1 Lesson

Happy Happy Valentines! <3 Okay sorry! I'm a day late, been adjusting to the reality of working again. Honestly, I'm super tired during the first part of the week :/ We had a training last Wednesday and I swear, if I just blinked a second longer, I would have dozed off right there. Pinches just didn't do it anymore. So I had to picture the possible outcome: dozing off and waking up in the meeting room alone, and going back to my station to the news that "the newbie slept during training!!!" So I imagined that while I pray. And the desire to keep my job and God's grace prevailed. Thank you Lord!

Last Work-Free Day Ahead!

Yes, loves! Today is my last work-free day! And I am going to miss this! Haha! But yep, it's more than high time that I get back to work :) These past few days, I have been battling it out with a note card that says "get your priorities straight, miss." Truth be told, there are certain things that I need to say NO to in order to focus on my career. One major thing is SMFW. BUT I am not about to let go of that yet, but I decided that I had to lie low on that one. Too Tempted to Say Yes Just the other day, I had a quick meet-up with a customer and while her car windows were rolled down, and I handed her the shoes, she told me about this event that she wanted to partner with.

TV Spotlight on: Raising Hope, Hart of Dixie, Elementary & Arrow

What TV series are you following these days? During my 3-month hiatus from work, I was able to catch up on both new and old tv series. In a perfectly chillaxed position, I would watch one episode after another, alternating from one series to the next, depending on my mood. I think when you're well-rested, you can easily switch from the light to the slightly heavy to the heavy -- just one of the many perks of a goodnight's sleep. :) So aside from my usual Vampire Diaries and New Girl episodes, I started following new ones. ... and here are the new series I am following that are just too funny and addicting not to share:

Photo-full Monday!

I was rushing to the Ayala MRT station on my way home today when something on my left caught my eye. I was already really tired that it took me by surprise that something would be interesting enough for me to stop. At that time, my right arm was throbbing a little from the blood exam for the APE and I was getting a little heady because of all the walking under the smoldering heat the entire day (the nurse even asked me whether I was getting a little dizzy because my blood pressure was too low, oops). In short, I want nothing more than to take a shower and dive head-first on my bed. But lo and behold, after a full day... somewhere between my strides in Glorietta, I just had to slow down. It was the combination of colors in a photograph that made me stop and look closely. And beside it was another full-colored photo, and in front of it were a few more... I stepped back and realized:  Eh kaya naman pla!  It was because the whole stretch was a photo exhibit, specifically th...