Steph: Fashion Rev Manila

Update your style and see the latest fashion trends! Hop on to The Megatent, Ortigas, Pasig City on November 19 and 20!

Steph: October List of Running Events

REGISTRATION: P750 (Runnr Trinoma, Toby’s Megamall, R.O.X. Bonifacio High Street)

RECOMMENDATION:

• Prior to joining these events, make sure you have your doctor's approval.
• Please take note on registration instructions (fees, registration centers, deadline, pick up/delivery of race kits) especially the terms and conditions.
• Be ready with your running outfits!
• ENJOY the event!
• For complete list of race events, visit Takbo.PH and Pinoy Fitness

Steph: November List of Running Events

As a Maldita, trying to get fit and practice a healthy lifestyle, running has always been my favorite routine! Will post more on my passion in running on my next blog. For now,  you might wanna join the following races for November:

 

Energizer Night Race on Novenber 5, 2011 at BGC, Taguig City

Chevrolet Power Run 2011 on November 6, 2011 at BGC, Taguig City

Millenium Run for Women on November 6, 2011 at Mckinley Hill, Taguig City

MY RECOMMENDATION: 

• Prior to joining these events, make sure you have your doctor's approval in getting into running marathons.
• Please take note on registration instructions (fees, registration centers, deadline, pick up/delivery of race kits) especially the terms and conditions.
• Be ready with your running outfits!
• ENJOY the event!
• For complete list of race events, visit Takbo.PH and Pinoy Fitness

Julie: 20 years and counting :)

It is the 10^th of October, the day after my awesome birthday!

I want to briefly thank everyone who has sent warm, sweet and beautiful “Happy Birthday” wishes over e-mails, text messages, and instant messages, Facebook, Twitter etc. All those wishes meant a lot to me and absolutely made my day. I cannot thank you enough for being so kind and thoughtful. You truly have made my day so very special. My birthday only gets better by each year and I’m sincerely thankful that I have. A big thank you to everyone! It’s appreciated!!!

On this special day of mine, I had some personal reflections for the year. I reflect on all the friends and relationships I have made, formed and renewed for the past year. I remember the events, happenings and people that have influenced me to help me become who I am, I become totally inspired and fully committed to achieve more. I learn and relearn, and give thanks. :)

Birthday presents, birthday cake and whatever birthday things doesn’t seem to matter anymore (pero mas Masaya sana kung meron).At this age, birthday is not a big deal to me anymore. The thing makes me happy wasn’t the expensive gift I’ve got (yeah, that too =) but the thoughts that count. What appeals to me most is that when people whom I have walked with the past year takes time to make effort of greeting me a simple “HAPPY BIRTHDAY” out of their busy schedules. Besides, Papa God has never stopped giving me presents! (So everyday feeling ko birthday ko)… but I must say that this is year is my most blessed year ever! This year I graduated, had a job, celebrated our anniversary, found and kept new trusted friends and still got my family behind me J so ano pa bang mahihiling ko?? :) 

So that’s it for my birthday month .I had lots of fun! Let’s do it again next year!

Steph: At Trendsetter's Bazaar last Oct. 7

Got new stuff from the Trendsetter Bazaar - Rockwell! To everyone who missed check out my next blog for the Fashion Rev event at The Megatent - Ortigas

FREE Loot Bag upon registration, inside are Vitress hair coat and Hygeia Hand Sanitizer Spray

Floral Blouse (P300) inner blouse included

Printer Polo (P380) and Red Polo (P250) from Fashion Galore

Wide Legged pants (teal) - P980 from ilovekoi

Fashion Ring (P100) from Mia Casa

Steph: On Friendship

And so, a Maldita can have a handful of best friends as well. I am missing one, right now, Gen is a blessing to me   in so many ways. She's funny, a critic, thoughtful, she made me forget how hurtful I am and how hard it is to deal with other people and sometimes a Maldita too. 

I met her in my previous company, we known each other for 4 year now. At first, she annoys me with her talking too much and her maldita comments. But later on we get along, we had meryenda together, go out after office, watched movies, she gets me into running actually. I feel pressured to run with her, I don't know why, I just wanna make her feel that I can do it too.She really pushes me to take courage in doing things that I thought I can't do.  

She left today bound to Dubai, her Tita made her leave the country and helped her to explore job opportunities in Dubai with her. I know deep in my heart I am happy for her, but I was hoping she stays here.

Gonna miss her terribly. 

Steph: FASHION PALOOZA: A Trendsetter Bazaar @ Rockwell Tent

LOCATION: Rockwell Tent, Makati City
DATE: October 7 to 9, 2011 opens at 11am

 For Entrance Pass, visit this link Ensogo Philippines and get 50% OFF!

Reel Review: No Other Woman

Saw this movie with my girlfriends last night, and it was all fun! At first, I don't have plans to watch it, napanuod ko na kasi yung "A Love Story" (Maricel Soriano-Aga Muhlach-Angelica Panganiban) so, parang predictable na for me yung flow ng story ng No Other Woman. Then suddenly, naintriga ako sa mga tweets and posts ng barkada.. movie lines like, "Ang mundo ay parang Quiapo, maraming snatcher, maagawan ka! kaya lumaban ka! - Carmi Martin" Then, said to myself, I must watch the movie. 

And, voila! long line awaits us at Glorietta 4 Cinema, the 335pm schedule was close and full while it was only 210pm. No choice, but to wait for the next time screening , at 550pm. Got our seats sa pinaka gilid na.. 


One of my favorite scene is when Charmaine (Cristine Reyes) fought for her husband, pushing Cara (Anne Curtis) to the floor, pulling her hair. And Cara was left begging her to stop. 

MY VERDICT:

• The movie is worth it. Love the story. The comedic acts in between scenes are very entertaining.
• I applaud performances of all the cast, especially to, Anne Curtis, Cristine Reyes and Derek Ramsay. Sana marami pang sing-gagandang pelikula ang magawa ng Star Cinema. 
• A must watch!

 

BEAUTY: Burt's Bees Lip Balm

P385 from Beauty Bar

For a healthy and kissable lips, best to try - BURT'S BEES LIP BALMS!

 (RIGHT) Burt's Bees Nourishing Lip Balm with Mango Butter it has this rich moisture after feel that leaves your lips nourished and healthy.

MY VERDICT:

• A must try lip balm, definitely will buy again.

Php 385 from Beauty Bar

(LEFT) Burt's Bees Replenishing Lip Balm with Pomegranate Oil

BEAUTY: Etude House Nailwash and Lip/Eye Remover

Fresh Nailwash Safe (P78); Lip and Eye Remover (P198)

The Fresh Nailwash is a nail polish remover that leaves you nails moisturize and smelling good! The one I bought is in a blue bottle (fresh scent).

The Lip and Eye Remover is another bestseller that safely removes your makeup on the most sensitive areas of your face, the eyes and lips. To use, you must shake well the bottle mixing the liquid inside until it turns completely blue. Then, gently wipe unto your face/lips.

Line Nuance Duo (P254)

The Line Nuance Duo is an eyeliner and eyeshadow in one! You just twist the liner out and unscrew the shadow on the other end! There's only one shade available, it's frosted light-pink. Not sure if they'll come out with new shades.









MY RECOMMENDATION:

• Their Nailwash dispenser is a must-buy! 

BEAUTY: Etude House

ETUDE HOUSE is a total beauty solution shop that embodies the beauty and youth as described in a romantic fairy tale. (As you walk-in to their store, they'll greet you, "Hello my Princess!") They have a wide variety of cosmetics and skincare products that caters to all skin types.

Here's some of their bestsellers I bought:

FREE: Silk Scarf Conditioner and Pink Membership Card for a minimum purchase of P500!

MY RECOMMENDATION:

• Be a Pink Member and enjoy perks and rebates!
• You may check their complete product line here: Etude House Philippines

MY RATING:

• Definitely will visit their store again and make myself feel like a princess! 

Boracay 4-Day Itinerary 2011! - DAY 4 (via Iloilo)

AND THIS IS DAY 4. Breakfast at Tan's Guesthouse - Main Building rooftop. Ginisa ampalaya, fried rice, chicken adobo, and your choice of coffee, milo or orange juice is on the buffet. We braced ourselves for long travel back to Manila via Iloilo.

We basically follow same route from our Day 1, this time from Caticlan Port we took a bus to Kalibo - Bus Station (around 1hr travel) then, we rode a bus again to Iloilo. And the looong land travel begun.... mountains and rice fields was all we can see.

We arrived at Iloilo City Bus Station. We had our lunch at Andok's Lechon Manok. Our flight going back to Manila was around 6pm. So, I suggest to roam around first before we go to Iloilo airport.

We went to this nearest plaza,  in front of a church, the Nuestra Senora dela Candelaria. They said Iloilo has nice to go to old Spanish Churches! Thank god got the chance to see one...

A view of the whole plaza

Graciano Lopez Jaena  monument

An old bell tower

Nuestra Senora dela Candelarie
St. Elizabeth of Hungary Cathedral
Jaro, Iloilo City

 After resting for a few minutes, we headed to SM City Iloilo. Bought some butter scotchpasalubong. Had some coffee at Starbucks. Then we headed to the SM Van Terminal, rode a van to Iloilo International Airport. A few minutes, less than 30min i think, we arrived at Iloilo International Airport. Clean and spacious lobby welcomed us. Really a very tiring day,  and then Zest Air announced 6hrs delayed flight due to airport traffic in Manila. Great. Our supposed to be 6pm flight to Manila became 10pm. We arrived at Manila Domestic Airport around 11pm already.

Boracay 4-Day Itinerary 2011 - DAY 3 (land trip)

THIS IS DAY 3. We checked out at La Carmela de Boracay and transferred to Tan's Guesthouse near D' Mall. Their apartment is new and clean. Accommodation is good, plus, they also offer buffet breakfast. We are to take an ATV Ride so we headed out to the main road and rode a tricycle (fare is P70) to the ATV Rental station. For 1hr route, P350/pax. The Aviary to the highest peak in Boracay.

Be careful not to get carried away with fun and excitement an ATV ride gives, do not race on the road. Do not over-take and change lane. Test drive your ATVs before leaving the premise. Check you breaks. And listen well during briefing. =)

The Everland Aviary is owned by Korean couple...

A view from The Peak! 

This activity is fun and the view from the peak is breath taking! Super! =)

Boracay 4-Day Itinerary 2011 - DAY 2

THIS IS DAY 2.  We woke up early for our Island Trip call time, 9am.

Allan B Fun Tour are more organized, they gathered us, around 20 people in one area then when the boat was ready we walked down to Station 3 (port) and hop on with our sunglasses, bottled water, cameras and SUNSCREEN. Below is the list of our activities:

Tour Package cost - Php 700

• Snorkelling - Fish Frenzy here! P20 additional fee for the fish protected area. 
• Crocodile Island - snorkelling
• Lunch - buffet lunch is included on our tour package
• Shrimps, grilled fish and liempo, pinakbet, pork barbeque, pancit bihon, banana, sodas, beers others i don't remember. - all is well. enough to feed your hunger! 
• Crystal Cove - additional fee of P200 for entrance, tour inside the resort. 
• Cave exploration (3 caves)
• Sightseeing
• Puka Beach - THIS ONE IS THE BEST! wished we stayed here longer.. the long stretch of white fine sand beach shore was breath taking. very quiet, serene (you'll here different birds whistling around), love the sea, not too cold, current not that strong, it was awesome!

We went back to Station 3 (port) around mid afternoon. We we're suppose to try Reef Walking but the Island Tour itself lasted for 6 hours, and best time to do Reef Walking is in the morning while the current under is not that strong and the fishes are all out looking for food. You will also have to undergo a briefing on how to use the helmet and for sign languages But still you may wanna check that out.

Paraw Sailing is also a must do in Boracay. This would cost P1400 - 1600 depending on how you haggle for discount.  Best is to do this with a huge group so you can divide the cost among yourselves and pay for your share.

Dinner time again we scout for best buffet along the beach front. There were also available commercial restos, and fast food chains around Station 1 and 2.

We decided to try spa massage services in Boracay, but all was full except for this one. Located at Station 2, 2nd floor of a boutique (sorry, i forgot the name) it was not bad at all. we waited for a while, and then all is well, relaxing and well suited for our tired aching muscles...cost P250 each person.

I was too sleepy for another nightout so we went back to our hotel right after and had a good night of sleep.

Boracay 4-Day Itinerary 2011 - DAY 1

BORACAY. Is the hottest place during summer and bet most of you would agree with me, right? :) Well, let me share with you my experience in this place last May 2011.

I took the initiative to plan for our Boracay itinerary, I know I can’t rely on my BF since he’s busy with his work and I am the one who’s gonna handle the reservations with hotels and airlines as well. So, here's our 4-days Boracay itinerary, somehow I could give you idea on your next or first trip, like mine.

THIS IS DAY 1.

Via Zest Air, we fly to Kalibo, Aklan. we did not arrange for any transfer services since we wanted this trip to have a feel of adventure for us. So, below is a table of our land travel to Boracay via Kalibo. We did almost the same land travel with our return flight but from Iloilo City to Manila (with longer travel hours; I'll post details soon).

Activities / Description	Fare and Charges
Manila – Kalibo (230PM)
*Manila Domestic Airport – terminal fee	P200
ETA - Kalibo Airport (345PM)
KALIBO – JETTY PORT (Caticlan):
Bus (South Star, Island Express, Ceres)	P220-250
Van	P250
*Travel time is 1.5hrs
JETTY PORT:
Boat Fee:	P25
Environmental Fee:	P75
Jetty Port Fee:	P50
*Register your names before boarding boat
JETTY PORT – BORACAY CAGBAN PORT:
Tricycle	P20-100
*7-10mins travel from Boracay Cagban Port to destination hotel

 
We stayed at La Carmela de Boracay at Station 2. we checked in around 530pm, welcome drinks was served for us.The service was great. Buffet breakfast has a line of homey cooked food, perfect to help you last the whole morning of jump-packed activities. Our room was the best! The Ocean View Suite 1 if you haven't got any hotel reservations, I highly recommend to booked at La Carmela simply the best Class AA resort. Plus! with their affordable rates and first class service.
  

Dinner time, we started to roam the beachfront where all buffet caterers lined up, with display of those mouth-watering lobsters, crabs, barbeque, and a lot more!  We went for a grilled bangus and liempo  and ensaladang talong. A meal would cost, P160/person with rice. Drinks not yet included. Ensaladang talong is P60 extra rice is P12. All was good I love the ensalada it complements the grilled fish and meat. J

Then we went to Club Paraw in Station 1 for a couple of drinks. Cocktail drinks would cost P120-190. It was a bit early for a party so we just enjoyed the music and watched a couple of drunk men, dancing to the tune of some 80’s music that I didn’t know. Tired and sleepy we headed back to our hotel. J

Ooops! on our way back to La Carmela, we saw fire dancers! A must see in Boracay... 

P.S. Should you have any questions, please feel free to post it to comment box below. Thank you! =D
  

WELCOME!

This is officially my first ever blog post! HOORAY!!!! :D

I am very much excited there's so much to talk about these days. Salute to all veteran bloggers out there for inspiring us, blogger wanna be's, like me! I adore those gifted writers of our everyday lives. I love how they share their experiences and opinions. Have few favorites but I am interested to learn and know more.. i know there's more. 

And with that, i decided to create my own blog. Hoping i could reach out to other peoples lives as well...at least to most of you! :)

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