This is a very old blog that I should've posted last year but I couldn't remember the name of the resort but since I can't remember the name of the resort that we've stayed in, I'd rather not talk about the resort itself but our experience.

So my mom's officemates and her organized a Christmas Party at Real, Quezon and my mom decided to bring us along because breathing fresh air would be really good for our health most especially with Edmund's lungs.

We left the Metro very early to avoid the traffic, so while driving, I was really amused by the beauty of the sunrise, I couldn't help but take a picture.


It took around 5 to 6 hours to arrive at the resort and by the time we arrived there, good thing he didn't vomit on the way because he was sleeping throughout our trip. His eyes sparkle as soon as he saw the ocean for the first time, he was honestly excited to go to the ocean and splash through the waves.


We had our breakfast and I changed Edmund to his swimming clothes and I changed in my swim clothes but I scared with the strong waves of the ocean, I can swim but I am just so scared with the strong waves, it can really drag me towards the deep part of the ocean so I'd rather stay on shore and watch my dad and Edmund play. They didn't go too far though so we were able to take more pictures.

Unfortunately, the sun was not on our side during our stay, it drizzle and it rained the entire day, so we stayed in the cottage which was quite boring but I slept good, relaxed somehow, mom and dad were having fun on the Christmas party games. Of course, there were few alcoholic drinks but my dad drank moderately, I didn't drink though because I am still breastfeeding.


So we only stayed overnight which was really sad because I wanted to stay longer and enjoy the relaxing ambience of the resort but I had no choice. So we went ahead back in Manila.

We stopped over at Pilia, Rizal wherein you could see the pretty windmills. I never thought there are windmills here, no need to go to Ilocos.



It was a very fun trip. I was able to know my mom's officemates which were really amazing and I was able to relax even if it was just a short period of time. I hope I can be able to get back to a place wherein I can relax.

Few weeks left and it is already promenade season. In lieu with the promenade season, I will be sharing you guys different things on how to prepare for the big day and even if you won't be joining the promenade or you're too old for promenades, I know you could still be able to apply this.

Taking care of our hair is one of the personal hygiene that we underestimate, we value too much on our skin care and leave our hair needs behind. Personally, I am not a fan of hair rebond because it makes your hair more damaged. So I try my best to give my hair the most organic way of achieving a healthier more volumized hair.

Number one on my list is the Symply G Keratin Conditioner. I love this product because it's really affordable but it gives the nourishment that my hair needs. Whenever I use this, my hair feels really clean and if I feel so sweaty, I still feel fresh. My hair is not sticky and the product smells really good.


Aside from the good benefits of this product, this also really affordable. For a bundle of sachet that is being sold in local groceries, it retail for 30 to 35 pesos. They also have the pump bottle which retails for around 70 to 80 pesos per bottle.

Another product is quite pricey but for me, it was worth it. Argan System Sulfate-Free Shampoo and conditioner is available at Nail-a-holics Spa branches for only 820 pesos of 400 ml bottle each.


The shampoo and conditioner of this product have a different scent. The conditioner reminds me of the perfume Kenzo, which is one of my most favorite scents of all times. While the shampoo has a stronger scent, it reminds of aromatic essential oils. Whenever I use this not only the makes my hair conditioned, however, my hair feels kind of greasy but that's okay, I don't mind it, I love how soft my hair became when I used it. The scent stays long as well on my hair which is a really good thing.

The third product that I would like to share with you is one of my favorites, I use this as a deep conditioning treatment for my hair. I use this ever so famous, Nature Republic Soothing & Moisture Alo Vera Soothing Gel. I learned this regime at Nature Republic's saleswoman and as soon as I tried it, my hair slowly smooths.

Last product that I want to share to you is this oil that works wonders not only for your hair but for your body as well. Botanique Spa Morrocco Argan Oil is my most favorite hair vitamin that I love using whenever I use hair tools like hair straightener and curler. This repairs your hair over time. This is also available at Nail-a-holics spa. A 50 ml bottle costs 790 bottles and a 100ml costs 1,390 each.


Hair frames your hair it somehow frames up your whole face and it will carry yourself. So considering taking care of it right now before it's too late.

I am a member of a group of youtube vloggers in the facebook group, well, we made a collaboration to make connections with different video bloggers and hopefully build more connection as we make friends with them.

So the story was we are supposed to be uploading this before New Year because this is supposed to be a 'New Year's' makeup challenge but because we are very much busy with the holidays, it was postponed and was scheduled in a different date, which is tonight but I was really happy because instead of making a collaboration with 3 members, we ended up with 5 members with is AWESOME!


So basically, all you have to do is set the timer for 10 minutes and maximize that time to make a glam makeup look. Pretty hard right? But I'm happy I was able to pull it off.

Did I nailed or failed it? Watch the full video below:

I'm no makeup guru but I really like to collect lipsticks, I have a whole bunch of lipsticks in my stash and to tell you honestly, I love wearing them. I can literally go out and run errands with just my eyebrows on fleek and lipstick.

Shēqe Cosmetics sent their All Day Natural Matte Lipsticks and I was really excited to try them out.


FIRST IMPRESSION

The packaging was really lovely, it was made of plastic with a rose gold accent. It was really lightweight so you can easily fit your bags. The rotate-thingy was really smooth. On one side, you can see the brand's logo and what's really amazing here, they were able to print the manufacturing date on the cap which is really helpful to track if the product was already expired or not.


The All Day Natural Matte Lipsticks of Shēqe Cosmetics has four different shades that are available for everyday use and for special occasions.


I've tried the lipsticks and this is what it looks like on me. Please know that my skin is not in the best condition. I don't know why my skin has been acting so weird lately, maybe because of the sudden change of the weather? I don't know. Just don't mind it.


Eris (Nude) is my most favorite shade of lipstick in their line, I love the shade because it is perfect for my skin tone, it didn't make my teeth look yellowish. This shade is really versatile, you can use it for daytime and for date nights.


Selene (Mauve) was in the more pinkish side, it was still pretty but I am not into pinks because I think my skin looks darker but this shade is really best if you would like to look younger and if you would apply one coat, it would look so natural on your lips. I would wear this if I will be going on a date (if only a man would ask me, haha!)


Hera (Red) is really the best lipstick shade that you would opt for if you would go to a more formal event or meetings because it looks really sophisticated. I am personally not really a fan of this color (in every brand that I own) because it makes my teeth look yellow. So I rarely use red colored lipsticks. I feel like when you use this it when going to work, you would look like a boss who won't take no for an answer.


Athena (Burgundy) is my second most favorite color. This is my go-to look if I would go for a bolder look, I would love to wear this when I would go to a more formal blogger events. I love how it also compliments my skin tone.

I really love the product's pigmentation and formula, it does really moisturize my lips. I felt like I'm wearing a lipgloss but too tacky. However, this product easily transfers so you cannot use it if you will have a make-out session with your mi Amor *kidding* but it was really manageable. The scent was watermelon, I never had any product with that scent so I think that's awesome and it tastes good too.

The product has all the natural active ingredients such as argan oil, shea butter, macadamia oil, mango butter and jojoba oil. It is also lead-free- perfect for lactating and pregnant moms!

This locally made product retails for 349 pesos each plus shipping fee and Shēqe Cosmetics caters shipping nationwide.

If you are a single mother, working moms, students and working students who want extra money for savings? Shēqe Cosmetics is now available for resellers. Head over to their facebook page to ask for more information.

Ongoing promo and giveaway?

Well, Shēqe Cosmetics offers Buy 3 with free shipping within Metro Manila.

Image by Sheqe Cosmetics Shēqe Cosmetics is giving away All Colors of Creamy Matte Lipsticks to one (1) Lucky Winner. All you have to do is head over to this link and follow the mechanics.  The draw date is on January 31, 2018.  I really liked the products and I am really excited to try their liquid matte lipsticks that will be launching in February 2018.  For more information head over to their social media platforms: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sheqe_cosmetics Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sheqecosmetics/

It's better to be late than never, I know that this planner had been in the loop of social media for quite some time because of its amazing features but I still want to show you the planner, cover to cover. Since I'm a planner girl, I was immediately got excited when I found out their Mercury Drug Store's planner is already available, however, I had a hard time availing this because it was sold out in all Mercury Drug Store branches near where I live.

But with the love of God, I didn't only have one but two! YEHEY!


The front cover was really cute, there is an engraved doodle design which is really cool to look at, there is also a garter-like lock that would hold the front and back covers together, there is also a bookmark but it's not as fancy as last years. The material was I guess faux leather.

This is how thick this is, I really like it because there's a lot of room to write your stuff with.


Of course, here is where you need to put our personal information.


Here is an example of their monthlies, this is not the typical monthlies that I would use because I really need space wherein I could put important dates and other stuff.

One thing I am really amazed by their planner for this year is that they have different information that could really help you, from different techniques to help you focus down to more things to help you sleep better. They also have different activities that you can do like color and draw.


They also have trackers- food and sleep which is really helpful when you want to check if you're eating at the right time or sleeping for 8 hours.



Unfortunately, there are no dailies so if you wanted to do a to-do list, you basically need to do it on your own. Which is great because it can enhance your creativity. This can also be your practice planner if you wanted to start doing bullet journal.

This planner would be really great for my videos and blog ideas because it's really spacious and I am excited to do the activities included in this planner.

I am planning to share with you how many planners I'll be using this year and show you the pens and highlights swatches. How about you, have you already availed a planner from Mercury?

Let's admit, holidays are already over. Most of us, I believe have already kept our Christmas Decoration but not all things can be kept, like food. We have a lot of uncooked pasta. We're just 3 people in our household, that's why I need to think of a way to cook pasta and make a sauce that's really affordable that it won't sacrifice the taste. 

On special occasions, we always want to spice things a little bit and that includes not only our wardrobe but also our hair. I know that changing your hair is a very bold move to make most especially when you'll be bleaching your hair and dye it with striking colors.

But fear not, here is Cospray Haircolor Spray which is made especially to people who wants to change the color of their hair. It comes in 7 colors: Violet, Pink, Blue, Green, Blonde, Red and Silver. It is also paraben free, dermatology tested and safe to use, in fact, little kids can also enjoy this product.



I was given a chance to experience this product. I personally chose Silver and Red because I was aiming for an ashy blonde (something like that) and red because I want to use it in future makeup tutorials. Upon applying you may refer to the product's packaging and read the instruction first before applying especially when you're applying it on your own- they have a specific measurement on how far the nozzle is at your hair, they also instruct you to shake the package from time to time to avoid clumps.

My Personal Thoughts

This product is intended to be applied on your own, if you're first timers like me, I would personally suggest that you'll be assisted by someone if you want to avoid the mess. Trust me, I tried applying it myself it turned out that I wasted the entire silver bottle spraying it on one side of my hair and that won't even show much because it's in the inner part of my hair (silly me). When I tried the red spray, the pigment transferred to my skin, my clothes and my hands. As well as the Silver.

The color payoff is ok as long as you follow the measurement of the application. So your hair won't be too wet, because if the nozzle is too near to your hair, yes there would still be pigment but it will just slide on your hair unlike when you follow the right measurement, 8 to 10 inches, the product would be distributed on your hair evenly.

Scent. There's no strong scent in this product though on my personal experience, I was able to inhale some of the product scents but I didn't felt suffocated nor felt sick when I was able to inhale it.

Wear clothes you're comfortable throwing it away or better, where something over your clothes to avoid transferring the color to the clothes you're wearing but if ever this occurs, it is washable.

Your hair will stiff, this product is like hairspray to me. I honestly didn't expect that this will make my hair stiff because this is just a hair color spray, or did I just misinterpreted the product? Hahaha.

Overall, this is very fun to use, you can experiment different looks with this product it is well made and well thought of the product, I'm sure cosplayers will appreciate this product so much.

You may purchase this in any drugstores near you, for further information, you may refer to their social media accounts, https://www.facebook.com/Cospray/ and instagram.com/cospraycolor and their website http://www.cosprayhaircolor.com/

Watch my first impression with Cospray Haircolor Spray:

For a busy mom and woman like me, I always strive hard to balance everything from my work and my personal time, however, it's really hard!

I know and I can feel moms like me who are exhausted not only physically but also mentally but there's one thing that I want to share with you to help you to feel more beautiful, inside and outside.



Athena is the best milk specially formulated to meet our special nutritional needs such as:

• High Calcium essential for optimum bone health. 
• Vitamins D and K, Magnesium and Phosphorus – nutrients to help maintain strong bones.
• Low in Fat so you can enjoy this beverage without the risk of high caloric intake.
• Vitamins A & E and Zinc to help maintain healthy skin and promote optimum immune function.

Milk Flavor is available for 130.00 php for 180 grams and 273.00 php for 400 grams

Chocolate Flavor is also available 130.00 php for 180 grams

Athena has two flavours available for you, milk which retails at 130.00 php for180 grams and 273.00 php for 400 grams and chocolate flavour which is available for only 130.00 php for 180 grams.

You may purchase it at any Mercury Drugstores, Watsons and Southstar near you or online, www.athena.com.ph

I remember when I was pregnant, I was not allowed to eat chips in fear that something might happen with my baby. Living healthy, eating and drinking good food is the priority of one's women.

But sometimes, craving is just so strong!

But preggo mommies, fear not, there is already an available snack made especially for soon-to-be mommies.



Crave Healthy is the first snack product in the Philippines that is specifically designed for the pregnant woman by doctors and nutritionists.

It’s NUTRITIOUS because it contains essential nutrients – Folic Acid, Iron, and Calcium that are critical for both the mom and her growing baby. It also has reduced salt and just the right amount of calories that give the pregnant woman that extra energy she needs daily.

It’s DELICIOUS because it tastes just like her regular snack. Crave Healthy is currently available in Sweet Corn flavour and does not have any aftertaste of nutrient fortifications. It helps support the nutritional needs of pregnant women and their developing fetus.


A pack of Crave is worth Php 25.00 at 30 grams each. It’s available online at www.cravehealthysnacks.com, select Med Express branches, and select Robinsons Supermarket outlets.

2017 has been a year filled with challenges. I cried most of the year but it also taught me to be stronger and it moulded me to be a firm and bold person.

Looking back, I realized how much I wasted my year dealing with toxic people and staying in very bad situations but, I am still happy that I was able to lessen bad people in my life and finally put myself first before everything.

So for this year, I didn't start with a New Year's Resolution because I know that it'll eventually fluctuate, your good vibes will suddenly change into something bad or worse, demonic when sometimes moments would trigger you. Yes, it's normal but make sure that you ALWAYS bounce back and be the better person.


What is the best gift that you can give to yourself?

Happiness.

Genuine happiness that only you can give to yourself. It's hard to say 'no' to others, yes, but don't be hard on yourself. Put yourself's sanity before anything else. Why? Because when you always put somebody else's priority first and go hard on yourself, you will soon lose your sanity and be the toxic person everyone has been avoiding. And we don't want that.

Make yourself first. But yourself some coffee, relax and read some good books. If your boyfriend/girlfriend didn't reply, let them be. Make yourself busy and preoccupied, don't let demons culture in your mind. If you feel stress, find a way to de-stress. Go shopping, go on a vacation, go to a salon- enhance your beauty.

If you feel good outside, you will also feel good inside. Don't forget to smile and the whole world will smile back at you.

May this year be filled with nothing but happiness and peace of mind. May we all have more opportunities to come for our wellness and of course, good health.

Have a Happy New Year to my lovely readers. Hope you still stick with me 'til next year.