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FOOD TRIPS: Rodeo Grill
Saturday, November 10 Cebu City, Philippines
It was yet another day of celebration right before the long weekend hits, our team took the time off for lunch out at Rodeo Grill, home of great barbeque and sizzlers.
If you're into grilled foods and for a cowboy meal Rodeo Grill is the right place for you. Located along Archbishop Reyes Avenue (between Isuzu and Hotel Elizabeth).
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If you're into grilled foods and for a cowboy meal Rodeo Grill is the right place for you. Located along Archbishop Reyes Avenue (between Isuzu and Hotel Elizabeth).
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Why Do I Wear Make-Up?
Wednesday, November 7
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I’ve read this beauty post tag from Sharna. I loved reading the post and as I was about to answer the question, I
kept thinking really why? Well, obviously every girl loves to look pretty and
attractive. That is why, for me “make up” is God’s gift to women. (“,) would
you agree? It gives us that feeling of confidence about ourselves as we face
other people each day especially with working moms like me. So why not share with you this post and do my
tag as well.
1. When did you begin loving make up?
1. When did you begin loving make up?
As far as I can remember, my first encounter with make up was
when I was still 5 years old. well,
my aunt used to place makeup on my face and dress me up like I was some sort of
a doll.. back at school, I was a dancer, and you know the trick to fancy
our already pretty faces , are but a dub of powder, lipstick and blush-ons... I just love looking pretty, if I was really.
From that time I was a teenager I got myself quite comfortable wearing just
lipgloss and a little powder on my face. I started wearing makeup occasionally
when I reached college.
2.
How do you feel without make-up?
Most of the time I don’t do make ups especially at home or when
I go out strolling at the mall or when I reun for errands. I just put on little
powder and lipgloss just so I look presentable and to feel confident with
myself.
I do wear makeup to work I dab on a little powder from AVON
(ideal luminous pressed powder) in Oriental, a little lipgloss from AVON (simply
pretty) in coral sparkles, blush on from AVON (simply pretty) in blooming peach
and a little mascara on my eyelashes. Whenever I don’t wear them I feel naked
on the face. Most of them are from AVON since I am a loyal user since I am also
an AVON Dealer. (Which reminds me I will
be posting a review on the products soon here).
3.
What do you like about make-up?
Yes, I agree with Sharna I also love the fact that make up makes us look good and bring out our facial
features when we apply them properly on the face. And yeah, it also lifts up our moods most of
the time and gives us that sense of completeness and confidence about
ourselves.
4.
Three 'Holy Grail' Products?
These three items are the things I wished I had so I can also see its effect on my face.
These three items are the things I wished I had so I can also see its effect on my face.
Etude BB foundation and concealer
AVON eyeshadow quad in smoky eyes
MAC lipstick in pink
I am also tagging every lady out there like me who also love to
look pretty to share their thoughts. I enjoyed doing this tag with Sharna so if
you’ll do this on your blog leave a comment so I can check them out as well.
Till Then,
Food Trips: Matsu Yakiniku
Thursday, October 25
It is
October and our team decided to have our dinner out at Yakiniku Restaurant. It
is a Japanese Restaurant which serves Japanese cuisines.
If you are
into Japanese food, one good place to go is Yakiniku Restaurant located along Pacific
Square Building, F. Cabahug St., Mabolo Cebu City.
They serve great tasting food plus you get the chance to cook the food at the grill. Their specialty is the Angus Beef. The meat is so tender plus the taste is unique.
They serve great tasting food plus you get the chance to cook the food at the grill. Their specialty is the Angus Beef. The meat is so tender plus the taste is unique.
30 DAYS Challenge!
Friday, October 19
I had a text confirmation from my fellow blogger Pink Mommy that Dainty MD and her are doing this 30 day challenge posts in their fellow blogs.
They started last October, as for me I will be starting the challenge this coming November.
Below are the said questions for each day:
Day 1 - A photo that makes you happy
Day 2 - 20 of my favorite things
Day 3 - A photo taken over 10 years ago
Day 4 - Something you are OCD about
Day 5 - Your dream house
Day 6 - A song that makes you cry (or nearly)
Day 7 - My worst habit
Day 8 - What's in my handbag/purse?
Day 9 - Hopes, dreams and plans for the next 365 days
Day 10 - A dream for the future
Day 11 - Who can't you live without
Day 12 - If you could wish for anything that will come true, what would you wish for?
Day 13 - Have you ever had your heart broken? Have you ever broken a heart?
Day 14 - What do you like most about yourself?
Day 15 - What do you dislike most about yourself?
Day 16 - What do people notice about you?
Day 17- What's something you wish you could say to someone?
Day 18 - Whom do you admire the most?
Day 19 - What's your goal in life?
Day 20 - What are the 10 most significant event in your life
Day 21 - If you died tomorrow, what's the one things you'd regret not doing?
Day 22 - What's an inside joke you have on someone?
Day 23 - Two months ago, where were you at what you were doing?
Day 24 - Do you have saved text message? If so, who are they from and why do you still have them?
Day 25 - Write 5 messages to different people without using their names.
Day 26 - What's something your really excited for?
Day 27 - What do you feel guilty for doing?
Day 28 - Tattoos. If you have one, post it and its story. If not, what do you want?
Day 29 - Picture of your makeup collection
Day 30 - When were the happiest days of you life?
This are all lovely questions, I love the answers posted in my blog.
Well, can't wait for November. yeah. :)
Would you be doing this same challenge too?
Leave a comment if you'll so this challenge as well.
Till then,
They started last October, as for me I will be starting the challenge this coming November.
Below are the said questions for each day:
Day 1 - A photo that makes you happy
Day 2 - 20 of my favorite things
Day 3 - A photo taken over 10 years ago
Day 4 - Something you are OCD about
Day 5 - Your dream house
Day 6 - A song that makes you cry (or nearly)
Day 7 - My worst habit
Day 8 - What's in my handbag/purse?
Day 9 - Hopes, dreams and plans for the next 365 days
Day 10 - A dream for the future
Day 11 - Who can't you live without
Day 12 - If you could wish for anything that will come true, what would you wish for?
Day 13 - Have you ever had your heart broken? Have you ever broken a heart?
Day 14 - What do you like most about yourself?
Day 15 - What do you dislike most about yourself?
Day 16 - What do people notice about you?
Day 17- What's something you wish you could say to someone?
Day 18 - Whom do you admire the most?
Day 19 - What's your goal in life?
Day 20 - What are the 10 most significant event in your life
Day 21 - If you died tomorrow, what's the one things you'd regret not doing?
Day 22 - What's an inside joke you have on someone?
Day 23 - Two months ago, where were you at what you were doing?
Day 24 - Do you have saved text message? If so, who are they from and why do you still have them?
Day 25 - Write 5 messages to different people without using their names.
Day 26 - What's something your really excited for?
Day 27 - What do you feel guilty for doing?
Day 28 - Tattoos. If you have one, post it and its story. If not, what do you want?
Day 29 - Picture of your makeup collection
Day 30 - When were the happiest days of you life?
This are all lovely questions, I love the answers posted in my blog.
Well, can't wait for November. yeah. :)
Would you be doing this same challenge too?
Leave a comment if you'll so this challenge as well.
Till then,
Preparing For Baby's Arrival: What to Bring to the Hospital
Monday, July 23
The arrival of your new son or daughter is a time of excitement and joy. It's often a hectic time as well, so it can be difficult to remember to pack everything that you need to bring to the hospital.
About a month before the baby's due date, you should make sure you have the following items. Pack as many as you can beforehand.
You can use the following checklist as a guide to getting organized for the big event. :)
(This one is from my prenatal booklet handed to me by my OB-Gyne from Multicare Pharmaceuticals Philippines).
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Most of my baby stuffs I got from the gifts given to me by my office mates during my baby shower. So, I only need to buy newborn pants, mittens, new born cloth (lampin) and my going home outfits also best to use when breastfeeding at the hospital.
You can also check out this site for more relevant items to bring with you upon your arrival at the hospital on this site here.
Also, don't forget to bring the following essentials especially needed in the hospital for medical/legal purposes.
- Identification Card (ID) for you and your partner
- Philhealth Claim Form 1 (duly signed by employer)
- Updated Philhealth Member Data Record ( MDR )
- Hospital Receipts and Bills just in case
- Medical Note given to you by your doctor upon admission if you are under a private doctor, for those under maternity package (your copy of prenatal results and forms given by the hospital)
- Medical provider ID (for those enrolled in a medical insurance plan i.e Maxicare, Philcare, etc.)
Hope this post helped you on your preparation for the coming of your newborns.
Anything you'd like to add to the list? Do leave your comments and share.
Till then,
My New Pair of Eyeglasses
Thursday, July 19
Finally got myself a new pair of glasses for the third time. I was really bragging about my eyes for a few weeks already. My eyes are going nuts and I cannot fully concentrate facing the computer at the office for hours. So, finally I decided to go get one at Ideal Vision Center at SM Cebu.
I was examined and the Doctor found out my eyes grade already went up a notch.
I always loved the glasses from Ideal Vision as well so that was my second time to head down there for an eye check-up. Glad to know they have this sale of up to 50% for the frames!
I was ecstatic, this is it! I'm going to get one now!
The frame I got was perfect fit and the glasses was as well. My eyes seemed refreshed every time I wear them. Plus, I only bought it for PHP2300.00. Our company insurance will have to reimburse us with it naman so no worries. I can avail up to PHP1500.00 for my medical plan.
So, that was it. Just ranting about my new pair of glasses! Which I really adore.
Do love and take good care of your eyes guys!
Till then,
REPOST: TIPS for a Healthier Working Pregnancy
Tuesday, July 17
This is a Repost taken from
an online site which I personally used as guide throughout my entire pregnancy.
Read on!
There are things you can do to make your working life easier. Few
ideas to make a perfect blend of career
and pregnancy include:
# 1 Don't be a superwoman!
Get rest when you are not at work and reduce household chores, especially when approaching the delivery date. Studies show that one and a half hour of extra rest makes a lot of difference; uterine blood flow increases, and the supply of oxygen and other nutrients to your baby improves.
# 2 Relax when possible
If at all possible, lie down on your left side for ten minutes during your lunch break on a floor mat. Else, just rest your head on the table or elevate your feet. Relax your mind and body.
# 3 When exhaustion overtakes you, leave work early
If you are commuting to work using public transportation, don't be afraid to ask for assistance with regards to a seat, if necessary, from the conductor or driver.
Get rest when you are not at work and reduce household chores, especially when approaching the delivery date. Studies show that one and a half hour of extra rest makes a lot of difference; uterine blood flow increases, and the supply of oxygen and other nutrients to your baby improves.
# 2 Relax when possible
If at all possible, lie down on your left side for ten minutes during your lunch break on a floor mat. Else, just rest your head on the table or elevate your feet. Relax your mind and body.
# 3 When exhaustion overtakes you, leave work early
If you are commuting to work using public transportation, don't be afraid to ask for assistance with regards to a seat, if necessary, from the conductor or driver.
# 4 Negotiate a flexible work schedule
Work out a schedule that suits your health. If you suffer from morning sickness, ask about coming in later and ending your workday later. On the other hand if you are an early riser and get tired easily in the afternoon, ask to come in early and end your workday early.
# 5 Telecommute whenever possible
Try and work out such that you can group assignments and attend office 2-3 times a week. The balance days of the week when your presence at the office is not necessary, you can work from home. Another alternative is to work part of the day at the office and part of the day from home but ascertain you are always open for office contact.
# 6 Ask for help
If a project or assignment is causing your health to suffer, speak up to your boss about getting the help of a coworker or even a temp worker to fill in for you. If need be, request the project be reassigned to someone else and take a less stressful assignment.
# 7 Snack - time
To maintain energy levels and to avoid nausea & heartburn (common ailments of pregnancy), stock up a selection of snacks to work and eat something every few hours.
Work out a schedule that suits your health. If you suffer from morning sickness, ask about coming in later and ending your workday later. On the other hand if you are an early riser and get tired easily in the afternoon, ask to come in early and end your workday early.
# 5 Telecommute whenever possible
Try and work out such that you can group assignments and attend office 2-3 times a week. The balance days of the week when your presence at the office is not necessary, you can work from home. Another alternative is to work part of the day at the office and part of the day from home but ascertain you are always open for office contact.
# 6 Ask for help
If a project or assignment is causing your health to suffer, speak up to your boss about getting the help of a coworker or even a temp worker to fill in for you. If need be, request the project be reassigned to someone else and take a less stressful assignment.
# 7 Snack - time
To maintain energy levels and to avoid nausea & heartburn (common ailments of pregnancy), stock up a selection of snacks to work and eat something every few hours.
# 8 Pregnancy emergency kit
Keep the kit in your desk drawer. It should contain lemon hard candies to beat nausea, an extra pair of undies or sanitary napkin for incontinence accidents, an Evian face mister for instant cool-offs, and a cache of crackers, pretzels, wafer cookies for snacking.
# 9 Write notes
Maintaining a notebook at all times can offset memory loss in the first trimester. Note down important work reminders. Jot down anything you consider important for you to remember or act on.
# 10 Heroine you are not!
If possible, start your maternity leave a week or 2 prior to your due date to give yourself ample time to rest before the big day.
The Final Word
You will probably decide on discontinuing work either on your doctor's advice or exhaustion. There are certain guidelines you should follow to minimize health complications that can worsen if you are working.
• If your job is more rigorous in nature entailing heavy lifting, climbing or bending below the waist you should stop work by week 20. But if you have moderate load to tackle with rest periods in between, you can continue working till about week 28. However you should consider giving up your job after conception if you are carrying more than one baby, had a previous miscarriage, or premature birth. Cut back on your work hours if you have been diagnosed with gestational diabetes or high blood pressure. Bottom-line: listen to your doctor's advice on when to quit your job, how many hours you can afford to put in and the nature of job you can continue with. Don't ignore your doctor's recommendations, no matter what your financial status.
• If your job requires you to be on your feet all day, you should consider switching to desk job or stopping work beginning in your 24th week. If your job requires you to spend more than 30 minutes out of every hour on your feet, consider shifting to something sedentary by week 32.
Returning to work after baby:
Much of this depends on how you feel and the health of your baby. If all is well then returning to work is a personal choice. Whether you decide to take 3 whole months, less or more, some workday precautions apply as when you were pregnant.
• Avoid fatigue by taking short naps.
• Try to arrange to work from home sometimes.
• Go back part time rather full time until your body readjusts to your previous schedule.
• Push for a flexible work routine in order to accommodate to your baby's needs.
Above all, don't be afraid to enlist your husband's help with household and baby chores. Make certain to visit your doctor for a complete checkup before returning work. Take time out if despite your leave you still feel you need a break.
Keep the kit in your desk drawer. It should contain lemon hard candies to beat nausea, an extra pair of undies or sanitary napkin for incontinence accidents, an Evian face mister for instant cool-offs, and a cache of crackers, pretzels, wafer cookies for snacking.
# 9 Write notes
Maintaining a notebook at all times can offset memory loss in the first trimester. Note down important work reminders. Jot down anything you consider important for you to remember or act on.
# 10 Heroine you are not!
If possible, start your maternity leave a week or 2 prior to your due date to give yourself ample time to rest before the big day.
The Final Word
You will probably decide on discontinuing work either on your doctor's advice or exhaustion. There are certain guidelines you should follow to minimize health complications that can worsen if you are working.
• If your job is more rigorous in nature entailing heavy lifting, climbing or bending below the waist you should stop work by week 20. But if you have moderate load to tackle with rest periods in between, you can continue working till about week 28. However you should consider giving up your job after conception if you are carrying more than one baby, had a previous miscarriage, or premature birth. Cut back on your work hours if you have been diagnosed with gestational diabetes or high blood pressure. Bottom-line: listen to your doctor's advice on when to quit your job, how many hours you can afford to put in and the nature of job you can continue with. Don't ignore your doctor's recommendations, no matter what your financial status.
• If your job requires you to be on your feet all day, you should consider switching to desk job or stopping work beginning in your 24th week. If your job requires you to spend more than 30 minutes out of every hour on your feet, consider shifting to something sedentary by week 32.
Returning to work after baby:
Much of this depends on how you feel and the health of your baby. If all is well then returning to work is a personal choice. Whether you decide to take 3 whole months, less or more, some workday precautions apply as when you were pregnant.
• Avoid fatigue by taking short naps.
• Try to arrange to work from home sometimes.
• Go back part time rather full time until your body readjusts to your previous schedule.
• Push for a flexible work routine in order to accommodate to your baby's needs.
Above all, don't be afraid to enlist your husband's help with household and baby chores. Make certain to visit your doctor for a complete checkup before returning work. Take time out if despite your leave you still feel you need a break.
Source: http://www.welcomebabyhome.com
Till Then,
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