Hello, you. It's been a while. I hope you have been well. ♡
I have been too busy enjoying my wife era that I hadn't been able to blog as much I would have wanted, but hey, I'm still here. Domain's still being paid, et cetera, and I thought I'd drop by to say hi.
So many things have happened. most notable of which is that my brother got married so I gained a new sister.
It's my birthday month this month and my husband and I have two beach trips planned. My birthday trip was a bit spontaneous as I planned it while tossing and turning at 2am, suddenly getting the urge to go parasailing, while the other is a trip with our Man of Honor Ed and friend Myk.
Things are looking up, and although there are a lot of things I still yearn for like an honest and effective government and an efficient transportation system, my heart is happy and content.
Happythankyoumoreplease.
Time flew by when we were still planning our wedding, and now that it is done it felt like time flew even faster. I can't believe we'll be celebrating our half-year anniversary in about two weeks!
And because I want to retain the memories and have something to look back to when we are older, I would like to dedicate some posts to document how we prepared for our wedding. With these posts I also aim to share the spotlight with our wedding vendors who helped turn our vision into reality. We couldn't have had the most beautiful wedding without their help ♡ I also hope to help future brides out there who might stumble upon these posts.
We are starting this series of wedding posts with my fairy hair godparents Jude and Rose of JuRo Salon Exclusif. A quick search in this blog will lead you to other hair makeovers they did with me in the past.
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| With Miss Rose and Sir Jude |
Sometimes I look at my salt and pepper hair and think I look chic especially with that streak of white hair in front, but most of the time I feel blah and wish I could regain my raven black hair from my youth.
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| The BEFORE photo |
No thanks to genetics, my gray hair is here to stay, but for my wedding wherein I wanted to look and feel my absolute BEST, Sir Jude and Miss Rose came to the rescue and gave me my most amazing hair makeover yet.
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| Me in one of JuRo's magical chairs |
I went to JuRo exactly a week before our wedding and was treated to a precision haircut c/o Sir Jude, a luxurious nano hair treatment, and a custom mauve caramel balayage c/o Miss Rose.
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| The AFTER photo |
I felt MAGICAL! It's amazing how much impact beautiful hair has on one's self esteem! I was ready to get married right then and there! I felt and looked my absolute BEST on my wedding day even though I didn't get to sleep properly the night before and had jitters the whole day, thanks to Sir Jude and Miss Rose, our derma treatments c/o J's derma aunt Tita Gel, and my HMUA team who I will talk about on a future post.
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| After my JuRo Salon makeover, we met up with my Man of Honor Ed for dinner and for a quick visit to our wedding venue. I remember that night as if it was yesterday. Fun day even though we had a million things left to do. (ღ˘⌣˘áƒ¦) |
Prior to my JuRo appointment, J and I paid them a visit for a quick consultation so the duo could already conceptualize what to do with my hair. It's been almost six months now and even though my stubborn gray hair has appeared yet again, my hair still shows hints of my custom hair color and I am still in love with it. ♡
TL;DR, I could never recommend JuRo Salon Exclusif enough and will endlessly sing them praises to everyone who would listen. Sir Jude and Miss Rose have magical hands and eyes and will make you feel your absolute best after your visit. Watch my Reel here.
Name: JuRo Salon Exclusif
Location: Kensington Place, Taguig, Philippines
Price available upon request
Set a free consultation by messaging them on Instagram.
Even when I was still living alone after moving out from home, one of my favorite errands has always been doing shopping for groceries. Walking across the aisles with my cart in tow, comparing brands and prices is therapeutic for me. Now that J and I are married, it's even more convenient because the errand is halved between us; we have a Shared Note on our iPhones with a list that we tick off every time we cart an item, plus I now have someone to carry heavy grocery bags for me. He also does an excellent job of monitoring our purchases by keeping a close watch on his credit card statements.
Yesterday I went to a next level affair to celebrate the launch of the Landers Cashback Everywhere Credit Card by Maya at Landers Arca South, and I had so much fun saying hi to people and catching up with friends old and new! J had work so I took my mom-in-law Mommy Judy as my plus one because I knew she would enjoy the event and the grocery shopping after.
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| With Mommy Judy |
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| With Ashley, Nikki, and Ava |
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| With Ashley and Ruth |
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| With Ruth, Ashley, and Seph |
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| With Angelu |
During the event, we were shown a cooking demo and a mixology demo with ingredients shopped from Landers on the day! And of course, we were given a special presentation on the perks of using the Landers Cashback Everywhere Credit Card by Maya and why you should get one.
With the Landers Cashback Everywhere Credit Card, you literally get cashback e-ve-ry-where! 3-5% at Landers, 2% on dining, and 1% everywhere, it is simply a card that gives you a portion of your money back every time you use it. Can't beat it! What's more, this credit card also serves as your membership ID for Landers, so you can do your grocery runs in their expansive aisles with their wide selection of goodies and necessities in peace. We were only able to shop a bit as we needed to get home before rush hour, but I really liked my haul and I am so excited to bring J there.
Convenience is also at your fingertips when you avail this card because everything can be done using the Maya app. You need to freeze your card a bit? Do it on the app. You need to activate your card? Do it on the app. You need to pay your bills? Do it where? On the app.
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| One of the goodies I brought home is this whole Landers Signature Roasted Chicken Biryani and it's so yummy I will make sure to grab one again when we go back. |
Happy grocery shopping! (ღ˘⌣˘áƒ¦)
Know Your Budget
Once you’ve got your budget, you’ll find it much easier to search for a home because you can narrow things down and you’ll have fewer options. That might not sound great, but when there are so many homes to choose from, easily creating a shortlist is going to save a lot of time and stress!
Different home styles offer different things, so think about what matters most to you and that’s another handy way to whittle down the list. Are you someone who needs plenty of room for their hobbies, for example? Do you like a minimalist lifestyle with less to clean and keep tidy? Do you want outdoor space or would you prefer not to worry about it? All these questions and more will give you the results you need to find the home that ticks all the boxes.
One option to consider that might not have come to mind but that could be ideal would be a mobile home. Take a look at mobile homes for sale and you’ll see that many of them are in communities with shared facilities and amenities so the upkeep isn’t so difficult, and they’re both comfortable and affordable, so they could be just right.
Explore Neighborhoods
Your home’s location is something that’s sure to have a huge impact on you, so as well as looking for something in budget that’s the right size and has all the right components, you’ll need to consider where the property is as well - it’s not use finding a wonderful property if it’s in a neighborhood you don’t like or that has a bad reputation or that’s far away from where you work and so on. It just doesn’t make sense, and in the end you’ll be unhappy with your choice.
That’s why it’s a good idea to research and explore all the areas you’re considering before you make any final decisions. Do as much research as you can to find out about the things that matter to you, like public transport, schools, shops, road networks, crime rates, and so on. In that way, you’ll be sure of making the right choice, and with a purchase as large as a property, that’s crucial.
The Beach House is the newest café/ hangout spot in Kapitolyo
23 October 2024 Kapitolyo, Metro Manila, Philippines
One of the coolest things in life is seeing your friend's dream come to life. I am honored and stoked to be there during the very early days of The Beach House and be privy to how my friend Sarah saw her vision through.
From planning to scouting the perfect spot in Kapitolyo,
to online window-shopping furniture and decor to early taste-tests,
to focus group discussions turned chika sessions --- what a beautiful process to witness!
Congratulations, Sarah and team! My husband and I can't wait to visit again soon! ♡
Friends, if you are looking for a new café or a cool new spot to hang-out in, or if you are a WFH corporate slave like me who likes to work outside their home from time to time, come check out The Beach House. They are located in 11C East Capitol Drive, Pasig City, Philippines, or you may just look for The Beach House Kapitolyo in Waze. They are open every day from 9AM to 9PM. Aside from coffee and snacks, you may also get your favorite Beach Born products there or have your bottles refilled. There is also Monkey on 3rd at the third floor if you like your drinks a bit on the stronger side ;)
Hope to bump into you at The Beach House one of these days!
Experience a burst of color and a bunch of delightfulness as two brands with rich heritage come together to introduce a one of a kind sweet treat experience. Krispy Kreme Philippines brings Hello Kitty 50th Anniversary Doughnuts, a great celebration to cap off the doughnut brand’s 87th birthday since it was founded in 1937. ♡
Here's a sneak peek into the delectable lineup:
Hello Kitty Doughnut: The all-time favorite Sanrio character comes in the most lovable present made with a ring doughnut dipped in white chocolate, drizzled with apple-flavored chocolate, topped with sprinkles and Hello Kitty candy topper. This is my favorite!
Kuromi Doughnut: It isn’t always a dark day with Kuromi when you bite into a ring doughnut dipped in white chocolate, drizzled with cotton candy-flavored chocolate, topped with sprinkles and Kuromi candy topper.
Cinnamoroll Doughnut: Voted #1 in the recent Sanrio Character Ranking Contest, this charming character is paired with an adorable doughnut dipped in white chocolate, drizzled with bubble gum-flavored chocolate, topped with sprinkles and Cinnamoroll candy topper.
Pochacco Doughnut: This cute and lovable pup is represented in an equally cute treat in a ring doughnut dipped in white chocolate, drizzled with honey dew-flavored chocolate, topped with sprinkles and Pochacco candy topper. A sweet treat for Pochacco, our sweetheart.
My Melody Doughnut: All hail to our favorite pink princess that matches the energy of a pink party doughnut dipped in white chocolate, drizzled with strawberry chocolate, topped with sprinkles and My Melody candy topper.
Pompompurin Doughnut: This little ball of sunshine brings in a gift that will make you feel the sweetness of a warm day in a ring doughnut dipped in white chocolate, drizzled with banana-flavored chocolate, topped with sprinkles and Pompompurin candy topper.
It was a purrfect launch event as Sanrio fans got together and enjoyed the Krispy Kreme x Hello Kitty 50th Anniversary Photo Zone in Krispy Kreme's SM Mall of Asia Fresh Shop to celebrate this collab!
Time to get your hands on this cutie collection for Php70 per piece. Complete the whole Sanrio experience with a limited edition Hello Kitty 50th Anniversary doughnut box of 6 for only Php420.
Enjoy this #SpotHappy surprise via dine-in, take-out, Curbside® and in-store pick-up, drive-thru, or through their delivery channels:
● 🖱 Order Online
● ☎️ Metro Manila Hotline at 888-79000
● 🛵 GrabFood, FoodPanda, Pick.A.Roo, OrderMo, and Groover.
Terms and conditions apply and these limited edition cuties will not be available forever, so make sure to grab your favorite Hello Kitty 50th Anniversary doughnuts while they last!
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