Another year has come to an end yet another one starts! This is another beginning for me because I've decided to come back to the blogging world despite the busy

 schedule. I'll find my ways.

I'm gonna start this year right with a flashback! This early? Well.. yes! Consider this as an update. I've been lost in my own little chaotic but beautiful world here at my hometown. I miss Davao though.

I got hooked to a lot of stuff while I was away but I wasn't totally zero visibility because I still get updated but not as much. So one thing I got fond of was buying a couple of make up stuff due to the influence of my good friend Karla. So lately... I go this.

Originally my aunt's which she handed over to my mother which my mother... Well, I asked for it. She gave in anyway because she doesn't need it. (Like I do! Haha!)

A lippie from Colors Collection and another from wet n' wild plus an eye shadow palette from Estee Lauder!  I forgot to include the Revlon lip gloss though but I haven't tried it yet... Happiness, right?

Already used them on different occasions. I must say... good products!

These items I got from kcosmetics! Search them on instagram: kcosmeticsph

A set of fluffy good quality brushes, MUA lippie, a repacked ben nye powder and a lipgloss as a freebie! Great deal and fast and easy transactions! So far I've used the brushes and the ben nye powder and I must say I'm one happy girl. I'm just a starter so bear with me. My happiness with make up things are shallow.

I also found a box that can keep my lippies and eyebrow pencils safe and dust free. To add to that I also got 3 Excel Paris lip creams from a local store here in our city. This time in different shades! I was planning to swatch all of them and actually made a video but my phone's camera is such a loser. So, maybe next time.

I also got a mascara from Miss Beauty which I heard has lead content but I'm not so sure... but it's the only mascara I've got so... Moving on. I got a brush from Peniel Cosmetics in a local mall here and it is definitely of good quality. It comes in different kinds but I don't know how to use them so I didn't risk myself on getting those stuff and it might cost me a fortune.

When I occasionally went back to Davao I also make sure to buy stuff which are mostly not available in my hometown or I just don't know where to find them. Got another Goody brush, maybelline clear smooth powder, Eskinol facial wash, and e.l.f. lippies. This hair tie below that just looks so pretty I bought for a good price. 

Recently some apparel added to my closet. A dress for 399 which was discounted to 200 + that I wasn't aware of. So lucky me! Doesn't fit me well but I still got it because it will be my fitness inspiration to fit in that dress and flaunt it. A pair of bikini from an online store through my friend and colleague Luckie.

 A kid at heart. I was always hoarding cute pens and end up losing them. I got this bad luck for pens!

I recently watched saytioco's vlog and saw kinder joy there and I was pretty curious why everyone loves it. When I went to one of the farthest convenience store from my home saw it there and my instinct told me to get that thing off the rack. It was my first time to try it and it satisfied me. I just thought it was little expensive for two tiny wafer balls but when I think of the toy... Okay.

Got a new phone that year because our house got robbed and nothing was left for me but my handydandy N70. It's alive and kicking but its too vintage already. Haha.Had that since 2nd year high school! My father agreed that he'd get me one while I pay for it in an installment. He got me Cherry Mobile Flare which I sold to my sister and got a Flare 2.0 . It was 1000 Php difference which was worth it because 2.0 is way better. Last thing of a jigga' I got is a swatch watch that my awesome boyfriend got me for Christmas! Isn't it amazing? Amazing! Isn't it surprsing? Surprising! Isn't it? Haha. 

Well, I think that's all the significant things I got since I started earning. 2014 would be different because I'm claiming that I will save and spend accordingly. One of my new year's resolution!

That will be all for now. Until the next blog entry!

xoxo

As a Kim Chiu Fan it is my utmost duty to watch the first time on the big screen pairing with Xian Lim. My friends schedules their screening after duty which was kinda late for me already because I still had to travel back to my homeland. I already cancelled my plans of watching until my papa said he was in the city. So he gave me extra money for the movie and my fare for travelling. So I went for it! I regret nothing at all.

Although I watched it alone I  really enjoyed watching it because the people in the cinema were very interactive but not in annoying way. When there’s a kilig scene they'd all shout and scream stuff. You can feel how happy they are with the movie. It felt like I was watching with my fellow fans.

It is very light since it’s a romcom(Romance+Comedy) love story. Not the usual Kim Chiu movies you've seen. I'd say pampa good vibes!

The story line was predictable but very entertaining especially when Ramon Bautista enters the scene. I think a lot of people can relate. I mean once in our life we had that crazy moment too. Going gaga over someone. I think what gets your attention the most would be the unsolicited advice of Ramon Bautista. Well, the truth hurts. I think most of them, if not all, are facts and can be applied in real life.

Kudos to the whole team who made this movie a success. Xian Lim and Kim Chiu carried the roles very well. Just the right mixture of romance and comedy. I wouldn't tell you how great the movie is. With no bias at all, I left the cinema with a smile on my face. I don't want to raise your expectations but I would just tell you that you should watch it. See it for yourself :)

And remember pag kinilig wag masyadong malakas ang hampas ;)

Showing in all theaters nationwide!

You know when you deserve a break after days of work and stress. What better way to spend these fortunate days than spending it with the people you love. Going back to Davao is a way of unwinding and enjoying my vacant days. Since I rarely visit the city, my friends find time to squeeze me into their schedules even if it’s a little bit hectic and I appreciate them for that.

As a line from a song would say, “We don’t even have to try it’s always a good time.” There’s  never a dull moment when I’m with them.  Our team used to be all single. I think I was the first one to break the so called “curse.” Haha. But everything’s all looking good for us – career wise and happiness wise, because being single is never a hindrance to happiness! And umaarangkada  na ata ang lovelife naming lahat. Haha! *knocks on wood* Buyag!

(c) KarlaMisa

It was time for them to meet CORNBALLS (our code name for him before which turned out to be his name for our team now). We spent the evening at the place where all the talking unveils – Starbucks Abreeza. Yes, it has to be specific because this is our favorite place. We honestly think they do what they do best. Comparing to other branches we've tried, the yummiest food & drinks are here. Although you think they’re all probably the same… Think again! It’s really different.

So much for that... we spent the whole night talking about random stuff mostly work, latest buzz, and anything under the sun. Catching up big time because there’s so much happening for all of us. We talked it over coffee and ended the night young. Cornballs and I had to go out with our friends from high school after the that so we had to dismiss earlier.

 

(c) KarlaMisa

In another day of visiting the city just to get some documents from my alma mater, I spent most of my time catching up with them again. We had dinner at Café Mediterranean. We wanted to have coffee but everyone was drained from duty and we all need some rest. We left unusually early, looking forward for our next get together.

They day after, I had a lunch date with the absentee from the previous meet up – Pokieyaaa. After getting all the necessary documents from our school, we thought of where to go next because we wanted to put his car into use. We decided to go to Tea’Amo just to chill. Found myself hungry so I ordered their chicken parmigiana. Pokie only went for desserts because he was planning to eat a full lunch at their home.

Thumbs up for everything! :D Just can't get enough of this place. I hope we can have our christmas party here! After the lunch date we both headed our own ways to attend to different things... but that would be another story to tell... And that concluded my day current day(s) off. Shout out to Cindy! I miss you! Didn't get to see you.

All I can say is... When you're given a day off enjoy it. Spend it wisely! Go out and have fun! :D

My Nanay aka my lola bake cakes since... as long as my memory could recall. My favorite among her cakes is the mango cake! So good. I drool as I type. Lol. I used to spend my summer times at Tacloban when I was a little kid and I enjoy watching her bake. She used to do it a lot more before because the commercial cakes weren't very accessible and available that time. On my latest visit last summer she baked me a mango cake! Wasn't able to document that one but I documented this one instead. Quite interesting eh? Besides the fact that it's violet... It's justifiably yummy!

So let me share to you the experience of baking ube cake with my one and only nanay! :D

First up, of course, is the preparation of ingredients. I don't think I'm allowed to spill anything. Haha. Nanay underwent lessons for baking when she was 40 or something, if my memory serves me right. She says its her passion. Way to go on following your dreams Nay! Age doesn't matter.

She did a lot of mixing which looked awfully tiresome. Horay for the invention of mixers that make things a whole lot easier. I can tell because when I tried to make a cheesecake without one my arms felt like arms of men who went through a load of work.

After the baking and all... She sliced it lengthwise and added a jam in between.

And of course the icing!

Nanay made two cakes. One for a customer and one for our own consumption. She made me do the icing for the latter. Haha. Just to be safe! I did fairly well. Thumbs up! After all the icing stuff we topped it with purple chocolate :D

Looks promising! It tasted great! Especially after refrigerating it. Looking forward to my next visit and I'll make sure to have another baking experience with her!

I really want to bake. What triggered me most was when we made red velvet cupcakes with my friends. It tasted so good and I could say I want people to experience the joy of eating tasty food. Although we followed a recipe from a famous person we did add some twists to it that I think sets it apart form others. So, I think I'm gonna add that to the menu of my future coffee shop slash bistro. Haha! Let's see if my dreams will come true.

A glimpse of the place...

[Photos above are from their facebook page]

On our 4th month together we decided to go back to Bistro La Camille since we had a pleasant experience the last time we went there. We also like it there because of the serene environment. Not so much noise so you don't have to raise your voices when you talk. Though it's a little bit far from the city proper it was worth the time.

I like how they serve their food because it's neat and has a very nice plating. Plus, unlike other restaurants, you don't have to ask for water anymore because they serve it immediately as soon as you call for an order.

We had teriyaki and bistro fried chicken for dinner... and because our tummies are bottomless we had to order some more. A New York Cheesecake plus ham & cheese penne. I didn't get to finish the penne so it ended up for take out. I was so full with everything that I ate. I'll give a two thumbs up for everything. They all taste so good. Especially the cheesecake. I think I really like eating cheesecakes nowadays. Always craving for it.

I'm looking forward on trying all of what they can offer but let's just take this one step at a time. I think my tummy can wait. *winks*

Location: Old Barracks Suites, Sudapin, 9400 Kidapawan City, North Cotabato

Phone: (064) 288 1299

Facebook Page: Bistro La Camille

I was so stressed on what to do for le boyfriend's birthday. I wanted to do something special and personal. So I came up with this bright idea of looking up things you can do for your boyfriend's birthday. It showed a bunch of options. Some were too hard to achieve and all but I settled for what I think I can do and made some twists to keep it exciting.

With the help of a very good friend (wait... crash that out. Great friend - Jhan.) We were able to come come up with stuff we can do. We ordered balloons. I printed photos and attached them to the ends. If you want to do the same thing make sure they weigh equally  because your balloons won't float  on the same levels. Haha. Well, that's a lesson learned. Take it from me. Haha! But it added some effect that they were floating/flying on different levels but it was hard to contain them in one room since I set it up at an open area.

We also made a no bake cheesecake at Jhan's house. His parents were very supportive. I am an adopted daughter of the Mamon's. Haha! I'll make another blog entry on how to make the cheesecake. I still need a second try on it to perfect it. Nonetheless, it tasted good for someone who's not expert on making this kind of stuff.

I topped it blueberry jam but I failed to take photos. 

Le boyfriend didn't expect to see a lot of people on his birthday because it was usually spent only with his family. It was my first time to attend his birthday even if we've already known each other for like 15 years? Haha. The night was well spent but Jhan and I had to go home early because we still had duty for the next day.

I just love my guy <3

Thumbs up for our first time to celebrate birthdays together. Special thanks to Jhan & family, Corny's family, and our ever supportive friends. Much love and respect guys! Until the next celebration!