Pacquiao v Marquez

Pacquiao v Marquez

Thursday, November 10, 2011

On November 13, Sunday morning, my beloved Philippines will be traffic free and probably crime free. Most of the roads will be deserted. The atmosphere will be more solemn compared to Good Friday. Television screens will be installed on tricycle and jeep terminals (and the drivers are somewhat irritated if you hire them). People will opt to attend the very early mass or the afternoon mass. Those with satellite discs and cable subscriptions will hold  mini family gatherings -- finger foods and beer overflowing. Other will go to cinemas and sports bar.

Why?

Because the boxing Filipino hero Manny Pacquiao will again bring glory (yeah, I bet he will win!) to the country.

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Hubby Birthday

Hubby Birthday

Wednesday, November 09, 2011

My husband celebrated his 35th birthday last October 12 at Cyma Greek Taverna Shangri-la Plaza. This restaurant is a recent addition to our list of favorites. We had lunch with his mom and brother.

 

Lenin and Marx (Interesting name, huh!)

Whenever we dine here, my husband never fails to order the Flaming Cheese. Nothing really special with the taste. After all, it's just mozzarella, parmesan and EVOO. We are actually paying P200 for the flame and the OPA! 

It was my first time to try the Roka Salata. This is one of their bestsellers and I've read great reviews about this salad. Roka Salata is a mix of fresh arugula (roka), chopped romaine lettuce, sun dried tomatoes, candied walnuts (yummy!), topped with shaved parmesan and drizzled with Traditional Greek Vinaigrette. I definitely LOVE this salad!

 

The Cyma Baby Back Ribs is so tender. It's juicy and falls off the bone. This is served with your choice of rice stuffed peppers or roasted Greek potatoes. This generous serving only costs P1200. I prefer Cyma Baby Back Ribs over the full slab I had at Outback.

 

For long life, we ordered Pastisado. This is a Greek Osso Bucco  -  Beef shank braised in Greek tomato sauce served over spaghetti. The Osso Bucco is very tender and tasty. It's actually delicious. Only we thought we'll enjoy it more if we have it with rice :D

I'm glad my mother in law liked the salad, the ribs and the roasted Greek potatoes.

And of course, hubby's (and mine) favorite dessert -- Skolatina! This is Cyma's molten chocolate cake served with caramel sauce and vanilla ice cream. The best molten chocolate cake ever!!!

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A Wife's Conversation With God

A Wife's Conversation With God

Monday, November 07, 2011

"Do you see the way he is, Lord?"

"Do you see the way you are?"

"Lord, are You saying there are things you want to change in me?"

"Many things. Are you ready to hear them?"

"Well, I guess so."

"Tell me when you're really ready."

"Why me, God? He's the one that needs to change."

"The point is not who needs to change. The point is who is willing to change."

"But God, this isn't fair."

"I never said life is fair, I said I am fair."

"But I ..."

"Someone has to be willing to start."

"But...."

"How important is preserving your marriage?"

"Very important. The other options are unacceptable."

"I rest my case. Let's get on with changing you."

"Help me to have a good attitude about this, Lord."

"That's up to you."

"Do I have to pray for my husband even if he's not praying for me?"

"Precisely."

"But that's not ... okay, okay, I remember. Life's not fair.
You're fair!"

(Silent nodding from heaven)

"I give up. Go ahead. Oh, this is going to be painful!
Cha ... change.... I can't believe I'm saying this."

(Deep breath)

"Change me, Lord."

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I'm Polished

I'm Polished

Sunday, November 06, 2011

The FACE Shop
BR803

The FACE Shop
PK103

I'm not very adventurous with nail color. I want the color to be as natural as possible. I only buy these two shades from The FACE Shop. I've been dreaming of one day painting my nails red. But that would probably come after I have gathered enough courage to color my lips red.

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Blushing Geisha Shoes at the Global Pinoy Bazaar

Blushing Geisha Shoes at the Global Pinoy Bazaar

Friday, November 04, 2011

 

Blushing Geisha Shoes will be at the Global Pinoy Bazaar on November 5 and 6, 2011 from 10am til 10pm. See you all at the Rockwell Tent. Let's support Filipino products. 

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Blushing Geisha Shoes are also available at Alabang Town Center (2nd Floor, Pop Culture). Visit the online store at http://blushinggeisha.multiply.com/

Happy Shopping!

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Wrinkle Stop

Wrinkle Stop

Wednesday, November 02, 2011

I just turned 35 last September and suddenly I have become concerned with my skin. I started visiting my new dermatologist on a regular basis to address some skin problems. I have a very oily skin. I thought if I wash my face as often as I can, it will be good for my skin. Oh, I know it's not right. But I love the feeling of a newly washed face. Lately, I noticed that my skin is now oily and at the same time dry.

My dermatologist advised me to stop my toner. Continue with the Cetaphil Soap and moisturizer and limit washing my face to only twice a day. I was using the Quick and Clean line from The Face Shop. When I visited the store recently, a new product was introduced to me. The Wrinkle Stop  Abyssine line. 

I only bought the Wrinkle Stop Abyssine Emulsion. According to the label, Abyssine is a survival molecule harvested from microorganisms that inhabits in hydrothermal vents (huh.. scary?!) in the deep sea of the Galapagos Islands 3,000 meters deep from the water's surface. I really do not know how these molecules will help my skin.  But I've read from the website that the Wrinkle Stop Abyssine Emulsion is suggested for the revitalization and nourishment of the skin. It is an emulsion that helps in the prevention of wrinkles, gives moisture and gets rid of dead skin cells. I was hoping that they have a smaller size but it only comes in a 130ml bottle. I have been using this for a month now and so far, I am happy with the result. The emulsion also does not feel heavy on the skin. I tried the Arsainte Eco-Therapy Vitalist Serum, after a while my face feels so sticky. Good thing I just got it as a freebie.

I also got myself the Herb Day Lip and Eye Makeup Remover. I use this to remove my waterproof mascara, eyeliner and lipstick. Although this does not remove all traces of  eye makeup, I still need to clean my eyes with Maybelline Make Up Remover Eye & Lip, then clean my face with Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser and lastly, wash my face with Dove White Beauty Bar. Somehow my problem with bringing the moisture back has already been addressed. I'll be visiting my dermatologist again two weeks from now for my facial. Next problem to address, the pores!

Another item I bought is Face it Designing Cake Eyebrow. I've been wanting to learn how to fix my not so defined brows. I'm not sure if this product is good. I am still not getting the effect I want. But for now, I think it's more of my lack of skill to fix my eyebrows.

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I Love PepperLunch

I Love PepperLunch

Tuesday, November 01, 2011

When I asked my husband last night if he wants to go to Shangri-la or Megamall, I already have an agenda. I want to eat at Pepper Lunch. But I haven't decided yet what I want to have. I tweeted about it and I'm glad I received a reply from PepperLunch Manila informing me that I better check the Megamall branch because Shangri-la is closed on November 1. We always eat at their Shangri-la branch so it's my first time at Megamall. 

Pepper Lunch Megamall

I learned about Pepper Lunch from a friend's blog. His family loves good food and I always check his blog whenever I'm on a gastronomic hunt. The idea of cooking my own food is very appealing and as expected, I went to Pepper Lunch Shangri-la the following weekend. Since then, I love Pepper Lunch.

It's always a choice between Beef Pepper Rice (if I do not want to eat a lot hehe), Cut Steak and Beef Yakiniku. Whichever I choose, I always smother it with my favorite Garlic Soy Sauce.

I ordered Beef Yakiniku. This generous serving comes with side veggies and a cup of rice. I'm actually on a low glycemic diet but because this is Pepper Lunch, I declared November 1 as my "cheat day".  I opted for the Bonus Meal. For an additional of P60, I had this meal paired with Coke Light (to lessen the guilt hahaha) and my favorite Miso Soup.

My husband ordered Double Hamburger Steak with Egg and mashed potato. It was our first time to try their mashed potato and we both agreed... it's soft and smooth and YUMMY!

I noticed that after cooking our food, we started eating and were not talking for almost ten minutes.  A sign that we are enjoying our food. Then I told him, "Hey, we are not talking! We are too busy eating." He said, "Yeah." Then we just exchanged short comments. Me saying, "I love the miso". He, "the mashed potato is good." Me, "I think I'll be able to eat all the rice." :D

 

How much do we love Pepper Lunch?  Well, the picture reveals an obvious answer.

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The FACE Shop Freebies

The FACE Shop Freebies

Sunday, October 16, 2011

Whenever I go to the mall and if there is a FACE Shop store, I am so fond of this Korean brand and  must visit the store and buy something. I was at the Shangri-la Plaza mall last Wednesday and I really needed to drop by The FACE Shop to buy a new nail polish. I ended buying other stuff that I think I want need. I love most of their skincare products but what I love most are the freebies. Yes, I love freebies. And every time I visit The FACE Shop store, they give me samples of their products. 

 

 I was given samples of the Arsainte Eco-Therapy Vitalist Serum and the Phytogenic Infinite Foundation SPF20. I visited the website to learn more about these products. 

The Arsainte Eco-Therapy Vitalist Serum is a serum that contains the "Vital Tea Complex". The effect is to keep the moisture of the skin and give it a healthy energy. This product works well for those who have normal skin and is ideally applied after using the Arsainte Eco-Therapy Extreme Moisture Tonic.

After applying the serum, I put on the Phytogenic Infinite Foundation. I like how it glided on my skin. It also doesn't feel heavy. I just had my facial and some pricking the day before. The foundation alone did not conceal some red spots. I'm not fond though of using concealer. I just finished this off with a mineral powder.

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Trick x Treat at the Shang

Trick x Treat at the Shang

Tuesday, October 11, 2011

photo courtesy of http://www.shangrila-plaza.com/

It's costume time once again for kids. Celebrate the Halloween at Shangri-la Plaza Mall on October 23, 1:30 - 4:30 PM at the Grand Atrium. Only 300 kids will be accommodated. There will be a magic show, games and prizes, food booths and of course, Trick or Treat around the mall.

So who will you be this Halloween?

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