My Salary Haul : Confessions on an addict

 Happy Monday! Salary came too early and I promised myself that I'll buy nothing fancy until November. But then, just this Saturday I had my 2 dogs groomed. I arrived at the pet shop around 2:30 I think and there were a lot of dogs on queue. By the way I have 8 dogs in total :) 5 Shih Tzus, Chihuahua, Doberman and a Retriver Mix. But these furry creatures have like the most expensive type of maintenance tho it will take a while before I need to have their fur cut.  Anyway, this is Leila. She's my spoiled dog. She barks and I follow. =)) Look at her all caged up in queue for grooming. In this picture she is barking at me to release her. HA! Prisoner!

 And yes I spoiled her to much. So this is what we did since she wanted to be out the cage. STARE AT THE ROAD and WATCH CARS PASS BY.

 Now this is Lira. My sweetheart. The most lovable of all the 5 shih tzus. :) She just sits and waits for her turn. I love her to bits. She always kisses me and be with me wherever I go.

So I went to the Baking Supply Specialty shop and got myself some piping bags and tips. I planned to make some macarons but then there was no almond meal there.  So next, I went to lay bare first and had some threading and waxing done. I got myself some Milk Tea and headed to have some lunch. When I got back to the pet shop they are still in queue. So I just waited and they started at 6pm. OH MY GOODNESS... goodthing Im not in a hurry or so.

So this is what they look like after. This is my princess Leila all comfy on her bed. 

 Anyway, afterwards, BB picked me up and the dogs and headed home. But then he told me that there is a party in the compound and we have to get a gift or something.  TRUST ME, I was trying to stay away from the mall. But HECK. I just tried to reason out to myself that I really didn't get anything nice for my birthday (because I didn't want to spend at all until December) except for a flat iron. So Yeah... tragedy! These are stuff I got.

 I love everything natural now. I am staying away from what is thought cancerous or so. My mum was diagnosed with breast cancer early this year and thank God that she is now A-OK! :) I was searching for things to be aware of like food and products that is believed to contribute in causing breast cancer. Anyway for cosmetics, I stay away from anything that has paraben. So I have some stuff from human nature like balm tints and so.  Now this time I found a really amazing product from Body Recipe (which is like Human love Nature).

Like every woman in this planet, I am too lazy to get whitening stuff on clinics. Of course it costs some bucks and a lot of patience. I used the underarm deo from a bazaar which costs around 180php for 100ml. It has a sticker with "Florence" on it. The seller said it was made by the nuns. I did use it and notice a wonderful change on my u.a. Great huh! so I was going to buy like 3 more and found it expensive. One day, I went to HBC and found Calamansi Tawas Facial cleanser. I used it on my face and the dark spots were removed and tried it on my u.a. Amazingly, it brought the same results as the florence one. It became whiter from the plucking. So I ditched my Nivea deos and used The Body Recipe one. I tested it on a high performance level. I went on a Pole Fitness Class (YES I DID! After a year of persuading from my friend! maybe next blog or so) and my u.a didn't smell funny or anything at all. The best about it is that its all natural!Another plus for this because I spent 100 pesos for the facial cleanser and roll on.

 I picked up a dupe for Denman fine tooth comb. Sturdy one indeed and grip is awesome! 2 pcs of bangs holder. (the one you stick on your hair to prevent the bangs from falling and a cheap facial oil control film.
 

I had my how many years old brush from Pagani retire and bought a new brush from Pagani again. Cute color like blue ish green. An atomizer to place my facial wash on and stuff from Fanny Serrano.

A lot of Guru's are raving about Fanny Serrano cosmetics. Most specially the 2 way cake. I am an NC25-NC30 in MAC. I was really looking for a compact foundation and the trust me, the sales assistant in the department stores are totally giving the wrong shade. For example. I got myself an HD cream foundation from Ever Bilena. It was just too white for me. I had to put another yellowish powder to like neutralize it. But THEN, I found Fanny Serrano in Duchess just right. The Sales Lady did a great job. It did match my skin tone although not exactly like MAC. But cheaper and just great.

 I got a shade in Duchess and it does really work good. I made some searching over the net and the packaging seems to be different compared to the compacts the made before. Now it looks like MAC.

 It has a sponge when you lift the pan area.

 Since I spent like over 500 pesos I got a free Liquid Lipstick. What's so cool about it is that it had LIGHT.

Of course, my ever so waited item in my bucket list, GEL LINER.

Now this one is from Sophie Martin. In Iced Pink. It has always been sold out. I loooveee this color like one of my NYX and Forever 21 lippies. I am a Pink and Red Lipstick addict. Trust me im a sucker for lipsticks. They instantly flush your face made up.


So I guess that's for now. I'm gonna make some more entries in the next few days. Watch out I made Malaysian Chicken Rendang! :)

Random Thoughts: Stuff around the World

Hi you guys! I know I have this long due stuff to blog about. I've been very tired for the past few weeks literally. It has been very stressful at work. Never ending deadlines and reports to meet. I have missing out to dine out on my list. I even had to tweet about it. But anyway let me just share to you what I've got from my friends and boss just last month :)

My friends went to Singapore and Malaysia and one of my dearest friend who is based in Malaysia sent me some spices to work with. I have been trying to cook new recipes and hope to get it right. One weekend, BB and I went to the market and bought a couple of stuff for my packed lunch. I picked up chicken, fish and some spices and greens. When we got home, I was left to wash the fish and chicken. He was still out talking to the neighbors and I was really hungry. I wanted adobo that night. So I geared up and attempted to cook one. You must know :) I haven't cooked adobo in my entire life :). I know it's easy cause it's just soy sauce and vinegar and pepper and basil. But I wasn't that sure how the portion is. Besides, I love my mom's adobo. In the end I think I did something right. :)

So anyway, here are the spices I received from Malaysia. Kari Daging (Curry Powder), Rempah Rendang (Rendang Powder) and Serbuk Cili (Chili Powder). I'm still typing in google the exact amount of powder I'm going to use for making Rendang. But I guess I'll just do an experiment this week or so. I'll blog about it anyway. :)

Well a keychain from Malaysia and another keychain from Singapore. But what I love most is the Teh Tarik Milk Tea. One of the best I suppose that I have tasted :)

My other boss who went on a Euro trip with my other 2 bosses gave me 3 yes THREE BOXES of Larnicol Macarons. :) Sweeettt right! :) They are my favorite :) Each one of them tastes divine. :) See that? I have 3 smiley faces on this one. That made me really happy!

I just want to share what my boss gave my friend :) I bet it tastes FUNNY. :) :) :) This one is from Cologne.

Our company was in charge of the IT for the 2012 Olympics. I'm glad that my proclaimed Uncle, Dawed sent this over to me and some of the guys here in Manila. All the way from the UK. :) I wanted one so bad and I was surprised that he sent Wenlock! Woot Woot! :)

 

And this one is from Starbucks in Eastwood. PHILIPPINES! ;-) A midnight birthday surprise for me by my friends <3 p="p">
So I guess that's all for now. I will blog soon I promise :) It's now October and I'm pretty sure alot of things will be happening for this and the coming months. I will talk to you guys soon! :)

Big D's Smoke House

Since I was really in a bad mood which started on a Monday. I went on a shopping spree to ease myself. To end my day just fine, I told bb I wanted to try the taco's at Big D's in Katipunan.

Just beside Hassan's Big D's Smokehouse focused very well on their interiors. Everything is car and motorcycle related. They have diecasts on sale on the left side and Oil can seats to accommodate. I am a huge fan of cars and diecasts and appreciate the setup.

So here is their sample menu which I got from their facebook page.
I can't really say that it's cheap nor expensive. It's like it is a bit over priced. I also wish they have more on the menu.

 

I was very intrigued by their huge tacos.

Chicken costs more than beef. This is priced at 150php while chicken is at 175.

So yes... we are just amazed how big it was. The question is how do we start eating this?

Whats inside the taco by the way? Some melted cheese more of shredded veggies and on the bottom part about 1/8 of the taco rests the cheese and the ground beef which is awesomely good. I was just of disappointed that the whole thing has more veggies than the meat. But its good. The taco shell aint taco shell. Its like Lumpia wrapper. So yes that made me a bit disappointed too. But don't get me wrong. I loved the whole thing its just that with what is inside 150 is just too much.

This is the Total Wreck Burger. Which also costs 150php. Just regular sized bun with oversized meat patty. I think they were having fun with the Cheese sauce. So whats in it? Bottom to top?

Bun - Beef Patty-Coleslaw-Im tasting pinepapple-Cucumber-Tomato-White onions-Cheese-Mayo-Bun and a toothpick to hold everything together. Nothing spectacular really. If I am selling a burger like this with its name, Ill include potato wedges, bacon in huge buns then deep fry it. And thats what you call a total wreck!

=))

Break Out: Day 7

Hi you guys!  I know I made an entry back in July I think about breakouts and stuff like that. So yes let me give you an update.  I bought lots of products and I was really impatient. So the next day I had to go to the dermatologist to get a shot of cortisone. It did subside faster and dried up in a few days.

It was a killer picture moment for those huge zits. But anyway its there and all I have to do is just be patient that it goes away. By the way, when I went to the dermatologist, she gave me some prescriptions which I didnt buy. I did regret it tho because the month after I was having the same cystic problems. So last week I finally bought what was written in the prescription. I made sure to research first on the products and reviews. Some gave different feedbacks and I ended up "what the heck! Ill just try it for myself"

So here it is. I started last Wednesday and it has been a week that I have been using these products.

First Day:

Sorry Im just using my phone to take a pic. But here it is the red patches near my jaw which appeared.  Just huge!

So in the morning, I have Benzoyl Peroxide where my zits are and where I happen to have my zits before.

This does't feel like Panoxyl. I don't know but Panoxyl doesn't work for me for some strange reason. 

This costs around a little below 300 pesos for a 15g tube. It doesn't feel that mentholly (you know that cold sensation)

Every night after washing my face and doing some facial cleanser, I put on a think layer of Stieva-A. I was prescribed on a .25%.  After that I just pray it works.

In the morning I wash my face again and put on Benzoyl and Moisturizer.

So today is exactly one week.

There it is! :) I also have my hair up most of the time. It is still along way to go :) Im giving it 3 months to see the results.

What I have noticed that has happened:

-The pores along the sides (between my eyes and nose) have gone smaller.

-Blackheads in that area has been removed!  :)

-Skin peeling (more like flaking) along the nose and sides of my cheeks. That's why you should put moisturizer in the morning.

-Smoother and softer skin.

-Blackheads on my nose has reduced.

I'll blog again after a week and we'll see. :)

SaladBox!

Hoooray! I signed up for SaladBox and I am still waiting for a confirmation on to when they'll be sending me a link for my plan options. If you don't know what SaladBox is, it is the Filipino version of GlossyBox! You get samples for different skincare and beauty products for only 500 pesos a month! Ain't that neat?! Anyhoo We'll see if its worth it :) I hope so. Just excited for my first box!

Get your own box now! :)

http://saladbox.com.ph

CDO Diaries: JRJ Deep Fried Chicken

If there is one KFC "Kanto Fried Chicken" that I would put in my list aside from the dirty chicken before Shopwise, JRJ Deep Fried Chicken is the place to be! :D You can't complete your stay in CDO if you haven't tried the JRJ chicken. This was our last meal because we were all pretty low on our budget. Of course we are not that choosy and not those type that would go on a very expensive restaurant or so. The chicken costs  less than 30 pesos and are really huge! The chicken gizzards and liver costs about 15 pesos only.

Create your dip! Ketchup, soy sauce, chili, calamansi

Chicken

More chicken!

Gizzards and Liver.

of course it aint complete without lots of rice and eating with your hands.

Just delightful and unforgettable :)

I'm a chicken killer! (just kidding)

xoxo

CDO Diaries: Rafting

Hey you guys! I attempted to update my blog few weeks back and yes it has been more than a month now since our yearly vacation in Mindanao. I wanted to blog during weekends but I am using a dongle and the connection just sucks. I can't upload any pictures and it just messes my whole moment of blogging. Now, I have a bit of time left before I head home.

So yes, going back to CDO, everything was just random. I checked out the site of 1st rafting adventure and saw that there was a promo in their site 5+1. I called them up and tried booking for advance course the next day. However, there are no slots and had to go on a weekends for that. The rate in their website is totally different from their rate over the phone. The website says around 1,400 php while over the phone it's only 1,000 php and it includes pickup-rafting-lunch-drop off.

Yes, thats a loonng way to go!

If you are wondering our 6th, he was in another raft!

We felt like warriors lolz!

The rafting was a bit quick compared to what is expected. Since it looks like it was raining in the mountains or so, the waters are really fast flowing and we rafted for about 3 hours I think.We also accidentally fell because no one went on the high side on the very calm no rapids part. I lost my slippers but found it about few hundred meters away. :) Such an experience!

After the raft, we were dropped off in a partnered restaurant for our lunch. I really didnt enjoy much but hey its part of the package! (I forgot the resto name by the way.)

Sweet and sour fish

Not included in the lunch package but we got some blueberry cheesecake

Oh yumm

And some chocolate cake.

:) We were dropped off back in our hotels and that afternoon it rained really hard.

We had to prepare because it's our flight back to Manila the next day.

We were dead tired and slept once we got back.

xoxo