Maybelline New York launched the Maybelline White Super Fresh Matte Powder Foundation early this year. The “no touch-up” foundation promises to bring out that super fresh and matte beauty of every Filipina. I received the Maybelline White Super Fresh as a gift a couple of months ago so I’ve been using it for quite a long […]
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Rock Your Summer Look with Jergens MoisturizersSummer is just around the corner and women are tempted to wear something light and easy. Problem is, too much exposure to the skin will make their skin dry and itchy. So Jergens, one of the most trusted skin care brand, promises to help women have amazing skin even in summer. Jergens moisturizers are specially […]
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Fun and Easy Melted Crayon Art PaintingWhen I was in grade school, we were taught how to make melted crayon art paintings. Making one was so easy and fun. For this melted crayon art project, you will only need a few basic materials and tools that you can easily find in your house. Materials: Crayons in different colors (preferably broken, old […]
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Book Sale: Scholastic Sizzling Summer Sale 2015Scholastic Publishing Inc., the largest publisher and distributor of children’s books in the world, is having their most awaited warehouse sale (yay to that!), titled Sizzling Summer Sale on March 23 – May 24, 2015. Scholastic takes pride in providing high quality, educational, and entertaining reading materials that encourage children to read and to learn. […]
Food
Vikings Buffet Dinner with my MomIt was a well-deserved dinner feast for my mom and for me as well at Vikings Buffet, December last year at SM City North EDSA. It was mom’s first time, so she was really excited to sample the dishes. Japanese, Chinese, and Spanish cuisines filled up my first plate. I had salmon nigiri, tuna sashimi, […]
Technology
Video Game Addiction in Children May Lead to GamblingThe Link Between Video Gaming & Gambling Today, video games can be found almost everywhere — computers, home consoles, smart phones, and even tablets. [Online] gaming has become very popular, especially when social media sites popped up one by one during the last decade. I personally approve of a number of gaming breakthroughs because I […]
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Arafu Cafe: Enjoying Japanese Home-Cooked MealsIt was one of our family eat-out days. My husband and I love Japanese food so we checked out yet another new Japanese resto — Arafu Cafe. Being a ramen freak slash noodle geek, I ordered Arafu Ramen (with Teriyaki Chicken). The serving size is quite small, and I was also disappointed that my ramen […]
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Baby Leaf Cloth Diapers for NeoSo we’ve finally switched to cloth diapers. I’ve been wanting to let Neo try them because I’ve heard that they’re more economical and fun to use. Ray bought a starter of two packs (a total of six cloth nappies) from SM Department Store. The Baby Leaf One-Size Pocket Cloth Diaper is an all-in-one snap diaper […]
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Beer Bouquet for the Husband from Edible Blooms in AustraliaMy husband had to go to Australia for a company training for 3 months. It was the first time that we parted as husband and wife. I am a thoughtful person and I always want to give gifts and surprise people. Of course it depends if I have a budget for gifts or not. A crazy […]
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WAV Scent Marketing: Hotels Entice Guests with FragranceIf you were asked to describe your last hotel experience, it would start with a journey primarily of sights – extravagant lobby decor, cozy room ambiance, and great outdoor scenery (visit https://www.outdoorfountainpros.com/). Your next words could be about the soundscape, from the quietness of your bedroom to the crashing of the waves on the beach. […]
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WAV Instore Radio Amplifies the Spirit of ChristmasSince it’s beginning to look (and sound) a lot like Christmas, I suppose most of you have already made plans for the upcoming festivities. Now is the season of sharing, the time of the year when friends and families reunite and give meaningful gifts. It’s also the season of salary bonuses and shopping sprees, and […]
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My First Bento Accessories from Saizen TrinomaI’ve finally decided to try bento-making so I shopped for a few bento tools and accessories at Saizen Trinoma last week. I was hesitant to take the plunge and get artsy fartsy with food because there are a bunch of talented moms out there who create out of this world bento lunches and I’m not sure […]
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The Jergens Chronicles: My Jergens 7 Day Challenge + Giveaway (CLOSED)When I was invited to take the Jergens 7 Day Challenge, I repeated the word “challenge” for a couple of times and thought about how troublesome it would be for a busy mom like me. But then, I’ve always been a risk taker since time immemorial so I answered the invitation with an unwavering YES. […]
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Celebrate a #MerrySMChristmas at SM SupermallsSM Supermalls, the country’s first and largest chain of shopping centers, welcomed the holiday season with a royal ball titled “The Princess in Me” last November 7 at SM City North EDSA. Me and my sister attended the grand launch and many were inspired to have a colorful & fashionable #MerrySMChristmas this year. The event, in […]
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FREE Workshop: Makeup 101 by Ellana Minerals & SpeedyCourseAll makeup beginners and beauty enthusiasts must check out this free workshop by Ellana Minerals and SpeedyCourse. Ellana Minerals, a local mineral makeup brand, and SpeedyCourse, an Online Course Finder where you can search for short courses, workshops, trainings, seminars, and other learning events, teamed up to give an early holiday present to women who […]
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Pamper Couch Nail Spa and Body Sugaring Salon + Giveaway (CLOSED)A few weeks ago I was invited to visit Pamper Couch Nail Spa and Body Sugaring Salon. It is a new pampering hub at Spark Place Building (along P. Tuazon, Cubao) which offers superb nail care services, as well as body sugaring hair removal, body scrubs, and body massages. I usually do my own nails […]
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75 Years of Batman at SM SupermallsAfter we had a filling dinner at Taisho Ramen, me and my husband checked out the Batman Through The Years exhibit at SM The Block, in celebration of the iconic hero’s 75th Anniversary. Batman, also known as Bruce Wayne, the Caped Crusader, the Dark Knight, and the World’s Greatest Detective, first appeared in Detective Comics […]
Partners & Sponsors
Multifunctional Accessory Kit by Bend AccessoriesA gift package from Bend Accessories arrived early last week and I’m happy that I have extra time today to share with you what’s inside it. Bend Accessories is a seller of handmade accessories and fashion jewelry. Their bracelets & necklaces, featuring fresh and trendy designs, are one-of-a-kind. They sent me a custom-made hand stamped […]
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Second ‘Blood Moon’, Total Lunar Eclipse 2014Blood Moon 2014 We were able to witness the Blood Moon last night, October 8, 2014. We were all in awe of the moon’s fiery red glow, including my 4-year old son who’s into astronomy lately. I realized that I know so little about eclipses so I read a couple of articles after the event. […]
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Tim Yap Trusts Novuhair, Nature’s Answer to Hair LossHost and style icon Tim Yap is the newest ambassador of Novuhair. Just like Fanny Serrano and Kuya Kim Atienza, he swears by Novuhair’s efficacy. The Cost of Style Tim Yap has gone from long and short cuts to straight and wavy fares, to dyed looks and fringed bangs. Unfortunately, going the extra mile in […]
Arts & Crafts
Personal
Our Mini Photo Books from Photobook PhilippinesI learned about Photobook Philippines from groupon sites. They have ongoing promos and it was last year that these discounts inspired me to plan our family yearbooks. I’ve already downloaded their software but I haven’t finished organizing our photos (thousands of them) yet. Hopefully, by next year I can start ordering our photo books. Photobook […]
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Banapple Pies & Cheesecakes with my BFFsMe and my childhood bestfriends had some catching up to do last December. We scheduled our meeting at the mall so we can talk over some coffee and good food. We seldom see each other now that we have our own families to take care of, so we make sure to spend as much quality […]
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