I'm a PREMIUM!

My Lips Like Sugar

2012-05-29T06:53:00.001-07:00

These are Strawberry-coated chewy cho-ko-latte from BIZU, YummyQ! :)

McChicken-Fries Bus Fest!

2012-05-28T19:23:00.000-07:00

With my very very good friend BIANCA!! :) What I love the most about her is that she's always on the go and can be very spontaneous! :) Meeting at MCDO Tandang Sora, we agreed to go together to the Mall of Asia. At the area, I arrived minutes earlier and then I decided to buy Chicken with rice since I thought we'll be running a little later. Just after I bought my meal, here she comes and she's hungry too! But we both suggested that we buy food as TAKE-OUT so we can save time and give a lee-way for what might be a traffic jam. :)

Woah, feeels like heaven~! I was just talking about this exact food craving of Chicken Burger with fries with my boyfriend Krey and I really really do wish he was with us at that very moment! The excitement and the adrenaline rush of eating outside the fast food and taking it with us while we happily wait until we reached our destination was surreal. SATISFYING EXPERIENCE!! :)

Will definitely do it again! <3

L'oreal And Philippine Fashion Week Giveaway!

2012-05-24T17:47:00.000-07:00

The Beauty Junkee X L'oreal And Philippine Fashion Week Giveaway!

I'm giving away L'oreal goody bags+Philippine Fashion Week Passes+L'oreal VIP Lounge makeovers

Hello guys! In two weeks, Philippine Fashion Week will start. It’s the biggest and most- awaited beauty and fashion event in the Philippines where top models, designers, and fashion and beauty brands gather to showcase the hottest and upcoming trends in our country!

In line with this event, I’m going to have a giveaway courtesy of L’Oreal Philippines and Philippine Fashion Week!

Five (5) The Beauty Junkee readers will win: Two (2) passes to PFW, free L’oreal Makeovers at the L’oreal VIP Lounge, and L’oreal Makeup and Hair Care goody bags!

Click READ MORE for the easy-as-pie mechanics! :D

MAKEUP THEME: PASTELS

PASTELS are on the rise this year. So I’m going to ask you to translate these beautiful runway pastels into makeup looks. But please take note, the colors that you may use are not limited to the ones shown in this picture. Let your creativity flow! :)

MECHANICS:

1. Each participant should have at least one (1) L’oreal True Match Foundation/Powder/Blush/Concealer to be an eligible candidate. Sample products of L’oreal’s True Match face products are posted on top. Please take note that the product requirement is not limited to these product samples. As long as you have a L’OREAL TRUE MATCH FOUNDATION/POWDER/BLUSH/CONCEALER, (even if it’s not posted in this entry) you can join.

2. Follow THE BEAUTY JUNKEE on Facebook and Twitter

3. Follow L’OREAL PHILIPPINES on Facebook and Twitter

4. Translate the theme into a makeup look. It’s up to you if you want to create something wearable or avant garde.

5. Take one (1) photo of your makeup look

6. Take one (1) photo of you posing with your L’oreal True Match Foundation/Powder/Blush/Concealer

7. Lastly, answer this question: Why is L’oreal the TRUE MATCH in Beauty and Fashion?

8. Submit your pictures, answer to the question, and cellphone number to martha.stabarbara@yahoo.com

9. Contest runs from MAY 14, 2012- MAY 23, 2012

10. Winners will be notified by me via email and SMS on May 24, 2012 (Only through email and SMS. Not through Twitter or Facebook)

WINNERS WILL WIN THE FOLLOWING PRIZES:

Philippine Fashion Week passes for two (2) on May 27, 2012

Free makeover for you and a friend at L’oreal’s VIP Lounge

REQUIREMENT:

One (1) L’oreal True Match Foundation/Powder/Blush/Concealer Product

Here are sample photos of L'oreal's True Match Face products:

True Match Minerals Mineral Powder Foundation

L'oreal True Match Super Blendable Makeup

L'oreal True Match Super Blendable Foundation

L'Oreal True Match Roll On Cream Foundation

PRIZES: I'm giving away L'oreal goody bags+Philippine Fashion Week Passes+L'oreal VIP Lounge makeovers

The Winners Of My L'orealXPFW Contest

I am now announcing my winners for the L'oreal X PFW Giveaway! :D

Before I announce the winners, I would like to thank all the ten contestants for joining. From the bottom of my heart, I love you guys and thank you for making this contest successful. :)

I really wish that I could choose everyone, but I can only accommodate 5 winners. But I think all of you guys deserve to be featured because you all did great! :D

Sooooo! This is the feeling of winning a blog beauty contest! CLOUD9! L'orealXPFW Contest ❤

ANNE MARGARET LUNA

WHY IS L'OREAL THE TRUE MATCH IN BEAUTY AND FASHION?

L'oreal is just simply impeccable with the transformation it gives! It provides sophisticated and exciting preferences from tone-down to runway looks that will surely steal the scene! Wherever you are, you'll know you can handle anything that comes your way because your CONFIDENT!

That's what makes L'oreal the TRUE MATCH in Beauty and Fashion! It gets us all captivated!

**I would like to commend Margareth for taking the time and effort to send two different looks! Thank you so much! The first look is called "California Dreams". I picked the second look, which is called "Garden Butterfly."

California Dreams

Garden Butterfly (My pick!)

Thank You very much Martha! I'm excited to go to Philippine Fashion Week on the 27th! :) More Power!

In his Loving Memorial

2012-05-07T18:47:00.000-07:00

This was the view when we went to ARLINGTON Memorial to visit our Papa Lolo. Very lovely sunset indeed. May is his birthday month and us family paid visit and prayed the rosary together. Rest in Peace Lolo and always guide us everytime! We miss you!

1st try to make a Home made Pizza

2012-05-01T21:26:00.000-07:00

Here's our picture when we were tryin to make our first home made pizza ever! Poorly, we didn't have a picture of the final product so, BOO. Oh well, the experience was fun and we did had a round-ful of spoofs in making the dough before actually be able to make a perfect one! :D

While waiting for the dough to rise up 2x as big as it's original size. Cm'on Dry Active Yeast! Do your job well! and Faster! :) haha It takes like about half an hour to wait till it expands.

Centerings: VMOBILE

2012-04-29T01:06:00.001-07:00

This was during my first formal NTO Training for VMOBILE. Our group is currently not as stable as I hoped it would be but that's the reason why I know that as a leader, I must expand my knowledge and go back to the very basic and foundation of the business. Learn it well and apply to be able to build a strong network and then Leverage. Personally, my goal in this business is simple: FINANCIAL FREEDOM at a young age. I know that taking this opportunity and owning it to brighten my future would not only be a success for my financial targets; moreover as my own personal training on how to deal with people, handling problems and coming up with solutions that would be for the best interest of everybody. What I like about my work is that I also get to have A LOT of new connections and gain friends. My initial perspective of only honing my skills in business was challenged as well, and I am very grateful because this makes me learn on a very personal basis throughout the entire course.

The most challenging part was building confidence in 'owning' it. Some challenges that I faced as well were people who lacked motivation easily and those who have'poor mind's mindset' according to Robert Kiyosaki (author). I'd be honest, a couple of times I considered other work-related opportunities; however, there seem to be a mysterious misfit just about every time and it makes me wonder, "Is this God's sign that I should focus on one goal and make it work?" Here's an opportunity, a very big marketing company whose ideas are very favorable to a vast target and would help people realize that there's more to employment than that of which we were all trained to think.

MAKE IT WORK.

Dinner at Luk foo

2012-04-23T21:03:00.000-07:00

PAULEEN AND MAAN ON FOODTRIP YET AGAIN!!

And just because we enjoy food so much, we had to take a dinner trip at Luk Foo! :) Chinese Restaurant now for a change. Where we went was in Commonwealth/Tandang Sora area and we had so much to fill our stomachs with great tasting, appetite bursting treats!

Chill Sunday

2012-04-21T18:33:00.000-07:00

Good morning! Have a great Sunday everyone :)

In the Social Scene with Bianca Lopez

2012-04-18T01:40:00.000-07:00

So sharing bits and parcels of myself here is somewhat helpful and a breeze-through of my every day life and I would like to update this as often as I could therefore now it's booked marked as a tab on my browser :)

However, I think it would also be interesting to write about other people too, don't you think so?

I decided that starting this day, I might post and write about some of the customary to exceptional people whom I have shared my time and friendship with. Some people are amazing on their own without needing to place a title on who they are and what they are doing.

It's Wednesday and I've got the chance to bond with one of the loveliest girls I know in college. I graduated from University of Santo Tomas with a degree in Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Anyone who studied Nursing is familiar with the small group circle inside a classroom wherein usually you are divided per batch based on your surnames which we term as 'RLE'. Her name is Bianca Lopez and one of the friends I made through-out my college years.

Early April this year, she has received the good news that she passed the board of Nursing (NCLEX). Come MAY 2012, she would be going to the states where her parents are and would be working as a full-pledge nurse. I admire this young lady for having a sense of direction and keen attention in discerning the things that she would want to have in life. She candidly shared with me her plans of making it into the big stream of business likely 5 years after working as a nurse. She has always been like that, very organized and systematic, responsible daughter and student and a very reliable friend. We had the opportunity to have a little get together and eat dinner at Red Kimono weeks before she flies to US.

It was over-all a great time to catch up after a year since graduation!

Exotic Foods? NO THANK YOU :)

2012-04-12T05:28:00.002-07:00

There's a super skim line of eating the foods that I could actually put on my tongue, munch with my teeth and digest inside my stomach, and some of which that just doesn't fit that category AT ALL. I do NOT eat exotic foods and not anyone can make me eat them. Seriously, don't even try contemplating about it. :)

I mean it! Don't mention it if you're with me, travelling or create that illusion where we'll be in a market place loaded with over stuffed exotic goodies; cause you'd see somebody from behind, puking at the very first glance I see those weird creatures being fried, sold, and eaten by people.

Peace Ciao!

Fell Love at First Sight

2012-04-10T05:34:00.000-07:00

Very beautiful, individualized and crafted with sexiness! Are you ready for cute, young, fresh new vibe?

Resist the urge of the normal heels with this one! Found it from ZALORA, people will definitely notice you with this look! ZALORA is a local brand here in the Philippines who styles ladies to the next level. ACHIEVE!

Sisterly Love

2012-04-08T05:47:00.002-07:00

My blog entry today is all about the special people whom you have grown up with, in most of the years in your whole lifetime; SIBLINGS! They are those who stood by you as you live through your life, asked you a lot of favors and do the same for you; those who make your day extra-ordinary and at times can so easily make you feel cranky and astonishingly annoyed. These are just some experiences I share with my own sisters.

In my family, I am second to the eldest along with my three beautiful sisters Steph, Chela and Maja. I grew up being both independent and dependent and I was gracefully raised by my loving parents. I make sure that I always stand by the side of my sisters whenever they ask help and would give way when they need my time and effort. And with that, I always feel their loving and joyful company every now and then. Most of the time, my two younger sisters spend afternoons using the laptop, downloading latest songs in Youtube, going through TUMBLR, raiding the fridge, or sleeping on my bed. Whatever they are doing, I find them amusing because they are having so much fun sharing interests together. I try to fit into their genre and interests all the time though our gap is 6 years and more. I have a different set of goals and aspirations knowing that I am leaning 22 years old this year, but I do enjoy what I'm doing even if this will tempt them call me 'trying hard' :) hahaha! I'll never get tired being the big sister I am. I'll never get tired of doing the same routine cause it makes me so happy and gives me a sense of accomplishment. I love being a sister!

My Little Soldiers

2012-04-06T18:35:00.001-07:00

What i have been accustomed doing everyday is kiss my two hands and

constantly thanking God for giving me 2 hands and 10 fingers.

2 Feet and 10 fingers down there too.

We may sometimes take for granted these little things but if they are taken by God from us,

it would have been a very different scenario.

I do not wait for that time so that I can appreciate what I have.

My blessings is abundant and I have much compared to what other people have
and I have the duty to give back

And I let God use me as His instrument in bringing about change to others

How To Get Rich by Felix Dennis

2012-04-05T18:51:00.004-07:00

Another brutal truth, in which I believe anyone wanting to become rich must confront, is the fear of failure. I believe no amount of books will set anyone afraid to fail free. This one I keep in mind:

“be prepared to remain relatively poor if you will not confront and harness this human emotion, which is fear. In fact, in my years of experience in business, I am convinced that fear of failing in the eyes of the world is the single biggest impediment to amassing wealth."

People who are afraid to fail never get started. People who surrender to it becomes paralyzed and defeated. Nobody becomes wealthy surrendering to fear. Trust me on this cause you're listening to a post-victim herself. Now let's see where life will bring me. I just have to make sure it's a quest towards a rich and successful life!

PS. Sometimes, you just really need to be unreasonable and unstoppable :)

What Does it Really Take to be Successful?

2012-04-05T06:57:00.005-07:00

And so tonight on a Maundy Thursday, I'm facing my laptop for what seems to be four hours now, thoroughly and patiently been reading and understanding a lot about Financial Investments, Money growth, Freedom accounts, Millionaire Minds and so forth.
With that, I would be sharing one of the millionaires I admire (although he does not belong to the popular likes of Kiyosaki and Trump), Felix Dennis, a British self-made millionaire said if you want to be rich, you must grow a carapace.

"To grow a carapace, you make it as your own mental armour. Thick enough to shrug off the inevitable sniggering and malicious mockery that will follow your inevitable failures, not to mention the poorly hidden envy that will accompany your eventual success."

Look how cute this is! :)

2012-04-03T20:34:00.000-07:00

First time I saw this, I was wondering what could have caused this puppy to be startled.

Maybe he just woke up and it's a reflex action?

Maybe someone has been trying to surprise him.

What ever may that be, he's just too cute to look at!! :)

One of the Best Letters

2012-04-02T18:24:00.000-07:00

When sisters fight and she says sorry.

There is No Fear where Faith in God Dwells

2012-04-02T07:57:00.001-07:00

Are you one of those people with a mind wandering around,

floating into the space in a world full of challenges and uncertainties?

Afraid of doing a step that may sooner leave you with regret

Anxious of what the people around you might say and speak of your name?

Do not give power to things, conditions, people or circumstances. Do not be afraid of anything or any person; for the only enemy you can have is your own negative fearful thought. Cease transferring the power which is within yourself to sticks and stones and foolish opinion of others. All of your fears and anxieties are caused by your belief in external powers, all of which are based on ignorance.

Think of your true goals and ideals whereby you give your energy to your desires, aspirations and ambitions rather than to conditions and circumstances. Love your ideal until you become closely absorbed and engrossed with it.

Let the old, worthless thoughts die.

Delays and blocks is our own negative, fearful, anxious mind.

WHAT WE FEAR, WE ATTRACT.

WHAT WE EXPECT, WE EXPERIENCE.

Soul Diva

2012-04-01T06:02:00.000-07:00

Love is in the Air

2012-03-30T05:18:00.004-07:00

We barely made a day this week without my nightly ranting about all the stuffs that seem to be endless in space occupying my entirety. You always had that calming presence and amiable spirit that soothes my nerves when things get really exasperating. You were there when my personal peeves were around. I will truly cherish that. Thank you for making it bearable today.

Proud Sister!

2012-03-28T18:57:00.002-07:00

I'm Big sister for a gap of 6 years

And nothing can be much more of an accomplishment than seeing her get her diploma

She has done an amazing job in academics and surviving 101 of High school life

You have gone a long way and we're proud of you Chela

Naga, Bicol. Summer Starts Here!

2012-03-26T17:22:00.001-07:00

I just had to post some of these! March 25 during our little event in Naga, Bicol. First time to meet Wendy, she's fun and friendly. At first she could look a little 'off-the-hook' cause she does have this sharp yet pretty features that may be mistaken as snooty; but when you start to converse with her you'll get more relaxed just about every time.

Kuya Mike's Birthday Dinner at Malabon!

2012-03-18T06:16:00.006-07:00

Back Row: Kuya Mike, Lian, Ate Nina, Chel

Mid Row: ME, Ate Chiqui, Kuya Den's wife and Kuya Den

Right side: Ate Cris and Pauleen

Chel and I!

Such lovely cousins! I received an invite to a dinner party for Kuya Mike last night. Last minute though, we were able to celebrate with him his wonderful "18th" Birthday. ECHOS. :) Cousins were there and I had so much fun seeing all of them and just talking and taking pictures. I'm so happy!! My cousin Ate Cris is the wife of Kuya Mike, and her sister Ate Nina, and brothers Kuya Kiko and Kuya Jap are some of the best cousins in the world! They are so fun to be with and super chill whenever we hang out. The last time were all together was I think a year ago which was in AMBER to celebrate homecoming of Jeff (relative) from the States.

I love being able to tour their house! The small dinner was held at the roof top of their house in Malabon and it had a catering service which made me super hungry. My favorite food was their Chicken Teriyaki. BEST DEAL, like the ones from Kimono Ken and Sumo Sam!! There was also Pauleen's ultimate favorite, TEMPURA (unfortunately it made me itchy when i tried to take a bite) :) Little bulilits of Kuya Mike and Ate Chris were also there! Kids running around, all over the place reminds me of how we used to be! Malilikot!

I'm so happy that though it was just recently that we became very close to each other and we spent childhood apart, we have such harmonious personalities. I admire their family, very generous, down to earth and loving. We were there until around midnight and it was amazing.

2012-03-15T22:20:00.002-07:00

HAPPYBIRTHDAYMAJA!

This blogpost is dedicated to my wonderful sister who celebrated her 14th Birthday last March 13!Her name is Maja and she's brilliant. She stands 5'6 1/2. She's a TUMBLR fan. Loves Mr. Chips. Likes Kendall Jenner a lot. <3

During Dinner at YAKIMIX.Oh how FUN it is to have such adorable sisters!:)

And so we had a dine out in YAKIMIX in their Tomas Morato branch to celebrate my sister's bday! Yakimix offers variety of food from different authentic Japanese, Korean, Chinese and Philippine food. You will enjoy the eat all you can salmon, sashimi, sushi, and tuna! You can select food that would suit your taste like Korean Barbecue as well as American Beef, US Bacon, korean beef local meat from the Philippines and seafood ranging from shrimps, squids and more! The thrill of the experience comes in because you gotta cook it yourself in the middle of your dine table! :) You make your own sauce for the meat with onion paste, onion springs,condiments and their special sauce and spices.You will also enjoy the Salad Area when you want a more healthy food.

BIRTHDAY GIRL!

Chela enjoying her food. :D

The dessert was wonderful with selecta ice cream of different flavors, popsicles, fresh fruits, mango sago (we were sooo happy!), pastries, mini cakes, etc!

We definitely loved the ICE CREAM CHEST!

My ultimate favorite though was their MANGO CREPE. ZOMG. I Die in delight. 0_o

Maja's Birthday Gifts!Book from Nicholas Sparks

and PURPLE LACOSTE BAG from my Dad!

I see myself going back. Real value for money. :)I am very surprised and happy to have had such a good dining experience with my Family!I love Dinners out!

_______________________________________________________________________________Location: 2nd Floor, Forum Building
270 Tomas Morato Avenue
Quezon City, Philippines
Telephone: (63) -2 - 3328073
Hours: Daily
11:00 am - 2:00 pm / 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Price per Person:
Php 499.00 - Mon to Sat Lunch
Php 599.00 - Dinner, Sunday, & Holidays
+ Php 65.00 for bottomless drinks

HAPPY MONTHSARYYYYYYYY! :D

2012-03-14T09:36:00.001-07:00

HAPPY MONTHSARYYYYYYYY! :D
I love my Baby. Thank you for making it special once again and greeting me with the warmest 'I Love You' from you. Bursting with happiness with how the day turned out. Almost there. ♥ It started pretty rough but of course, again, we'll always have each other's backs. Happy Monthsary, here's one for you. :)

So many opportunities & blessings coming our way!!! It's overwhelming. Thank You, God! :) we acknowledge you for ALL the great things. :)