FRIVOLITY

Contours Advanced Face and Body Sculpting

2012-01-28T13:36:00.006+08:00

I'm sure you've been a victim of fraud at one time in your life, or maybe a couple of times in your lifetime. I wanted to share yet another story that I experienced last year with Contours promo. I purchased 10 vouchers for underarm IPL, I completed all 10 sessions at their Podium branch but the result was disappointing. Hardly no effect at all, I still needed to wax or pluck my scarce hair in my

Secret to Shiny Beautiful Hair

2012-01-24T12:11:00.003+08:00

I've always had long, thick black hair since I was little. Most of my weight consist of my hair Ha!!! I wish! Anyway, I've discovered something to make my mane shinier and healthier- au natural. After each shampoo and conditioner, I would mix 2 tablespoons of cider vinegar with 2 cups of water. I would just approximately mix these two together and use it as my final rinse. I noticed that my hair

Happy Chinese New Year (CNY)

2012-01-19T14:17:00.004+08:00

For those of you who believe... Here's a list of auspicious food to prepare on CNY! Let's all welcome the (water) Dragon with a feast!I'm going to set off the left over fireworks we had from Pinoy New Year and put lucky things on our food table to invite good luck, good relationships and good health!Cheers to 2012! Sana mabuntis na rin ako hahaha!

Agua Anyone?

2012-01-19T14:00:00.005+08:00

Do you find drinking water sometimes a task or a challenge at times? Well, I find it difficult to down water these days, not just lately but ever since, if I may say so. Water is BORING, tasteless and yet, its the only drink I take in. I don't drink sodas or alcoholic beverages. Although, I would love to drink anything sweet as a replacement! DILEMMA! DILEMMA! If I want to keep healthy, right? I

Linking Charms

2012-01-04T20:29:00.004+08:00

I just recently bought my silver chains to connect my charms I've gotten from my travels. I first coined the idea of getting a significant souvenir from each country I visit, and then I thought of compiling charms from each of my travel destinations to remind me of that place. Each charm would cost around 3k pesos or USD 68. Imagine completing a whole set of charms around that bracelet? It would

Team Philippines

2011-12-29T18:06:00.005+08:00

Singapore-- The recently concluded Asian Underwater Hockey Championships held last Dec 2-4 was a BLAST! It was my first time to join an international competition, and I can finally say that it was both exhausting and fun at the same time.Underwater Hockey is fast gaining popularity in the world, with almost 300 members in the country alone and more than thousands of players around the globe,

Project: HOUSE

2011-12-28T20:44:00.008+08:00

Merry Christmas Everyone!! I must be crazy embarking on a project during the Holiday rush, yes, I suddenly wanted to fill up our usually minimalist house with new items here and there. First, I added a huge Tree, its pre-lit, less hassle to put on all those wire lights that go around the tree. I had it shipped through door-to-door shipping. It arrived just in time for the holidays. I borrowed the

HIATUS

2011-11-28T15:35:00.003+08:00

I've been MIA in the blogosphere! I intended to write so many things about my past trip, yes, all 45 days of it. I did so many fun things, ate so many delicious food, and met some interesting people along the way too (i.e. Germain Jackson). I promise to document my long vacation as soon as I have organized the photos to show.I'm gearing up for another trip... a list from my bucket! I'm excited

It's Human Nature

2011-09-16T17:01:00.003+08:00

I have a new favorite brand called Human Nature. It's an all natural beauty product that gives you only the best ingredients sans all the bad things that usually are in most products in the market. I've known HN but never really bothered trying them, I got the chance to sample their shampoo when my hubby brought home a bottle of shampoo he purchased from Gawad Kalinga, I got to try it and-- I

MoonCake Festival

2011-09-06T20:59:00.003+08:00

What exactly are mooncakes and why do we have them? Apparently, mooncake festival is for lunar worship and moon watching; mooncakes are regarded as an indispensable delicacy on this occasion. It is either given to clients and among family while celebrating the festival. I just had one for dinner thinking that I'm cutting calories, when in fact, one piece of this delicacy contains 1200Kcal. Whoa!

(A Face Only A Mother Could Love)

2011-08-26T15:03:00.002+08:00

Mumar Gaddafi has a face that only a mother could love, I wonder if he's even lovable at all? I mean, look at that sour face? It only speaks nothing but evil... I wish I am wrong but with all that is going in Libya it seems that his face is as dark as his heart. He's pure evil. I hope the war ends and peace restored very soon. WHATTA FACE!!

Vintage Glam

2011-08-24T18:31:00.005+08:00

Fashion is a cycle as we all know it, so I was ecstatic when my MIL gave me her once-only-worn shoes from her prime ;) I have been in the look out for low pumps to wear. Anything above 3" high will make me look like an AMAZONA! I've had these shoes for a couple of years now but I never really got the chance to wear them yet, this morning, I had one of our house staff bring it to Mr. Quickly for

Objects of Desire

2011-08-24T17:51:00.002+08:00

Color Splash I love the burst of colors in this picture, although, I doubt that my hubby will approve of this, still, I am one that is not afraid of colors, in fact, these vibrant colors make me happy. Who wouldn't want to feel happy all the time, right? I used to think that less is more, but done in the right way, I think accessorizing can be a chic thing. It instantly gives you that oomph

Instagram Photos of the Week

2011-08-22T15:33:00.004+08:00

I've always liked eating Monggo, it brings back old happy childhood memories. Our cook then would make this for us, and surprisingly, I loved it even as a kid. A couple of days ago, I cooked Monggo for the very first time and it really tasted good. I put a lot of tomatoes, smoked fish, dried shrimps and bagoong. It came out really yummy, even Hubby said so. For breakfast I have been taking

Exotic Animal Skin

2011-07-22T09:12:00.005+08:00

These two Croc bags should be a staple for any fashionable woman. Therefore, I should have these beautiful handmade Nancy Gonzalez bags even if I am just a simple girl! They're understated and elegant enough to wear with anything. Popularized in SATC, bags of Nancy are well acknowledged in the fashion industry. I'm sure she makes her motherland, Columbia proud of her success in making handmade

Stop Me, Before It Gets Worse

2011-07-20T13:33:00.005+08:00

I'm enjoying online shopping so much. It's a good thing I still have self-control, otherwise I would be like those people swimming in debt. I love browsing (take note, browsing lang) at Amazon, Gilt, Hautelook, Ruelala, Ideeli and all those sales online. I also fancy local deal makers such as Ensogo, Metrodeal, etc. I can go one...And my most recent purchase that I'm willing to share is: TADA!!

Next Attraction

2011-07-19T15:08:00.001+08:00

I shall see you soon! I'm so excited....

So What Now?

2011-07-18T15:46:00.003+08:00

What will happen after the LAST HP movie?Are you one of the MILLIONS that cried over the end of an era-- The Harry Potter Era? I shed a tear or two during the last installment of the much loved Harry Potter series. I loved every second of the movie, I did not get ADHD syndrome at all. I actually wished it would never end... Although, I never read a single book, I still enjoyed each movie that

New Blog Title

2011-07-15T16:57:00.003+08:00

Yes, I've matured and mellowed down, time to be humble, time to change my bashful old title to something more apt and easy: FRIVOLITY! It's a word that describe most of what I write here in my personal online diary.I wish I can say that with the change of my blog title, I have also decided to change my hairstyle. I've ALWAYS had my hair long... sort of already boring me. I want to change it but

Sweet Salty = Perfect Combo

2011-07-07T15:18:00.006+08:00

I love anything that is salty in my food, no wonder it was love at first bite for me when I met Lindt's Chocolate + Sea Salt. Its sooo good. I would like to try other Sea Salt combinations too such as:Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Truffle Fudge BitesChocoloate Chips & Sea SaltChocolate Sea Salt Caramel BarsOthers might find it a weird combination but the play in sweet and salty is so good, you'll be

Public Display of Opinion

2011-07-06T14:27:00.005+08:00

I love that Adora is taking a conscious effort on social issues that concern the nation at the moment. It also encourages our youth (and everyone as well) to make a stand on such important issues that plague our society today. I am Pro Rh bill, I believe in what it stands for although, I am doubtful on the implementation. Still, I want to make my own stand on the issue and be heard.If I shopped

Customer Service Nightmare (Metrobank)

2011-07-05T15:07:00.005+08:00

Is it me or is customer service in the Philippines so backwards? I think its the latter. Granted that the fraud level in this country is high, it should mean that they should let their clients suffer its consequences with impossible passwords. It should have capital letters and numbers in your password. Sooooo annoying! So annoying and confusing that I forgot my password, which meant I needed to

Gourmet Meals ala Ruby

2011-07-04T20:28:00.005+08:00

We have a new gem at the kitchen, Ruby, our cook in training is whipping up some tasty and healthy food for us. Thank goodness! I don't have to cook that much anymore, but that doesn't mean I don't enjoy making good food, or eating. I still get excited over a new recipe. Here are some of the dishes that has been made by Ruby. Now, who needs to dine out when you have these equally enjoyable food

The Voice Season 1 Winner-- Revealed!

2011-07-04T20:19:00.004+08:00

I don't know if you've been following the show called The Voice because hubby and I are so hooked on the show. We had our own bets on who's going to win. My personal favorite was Vicci Martinez, I really thought she was going to bag the first title of the show... unfortunately, she came in last among all the top four contenders. Top 4 of the Voice (L to R) Dia, Beverly, Vicci, and the winner,

My Christmas Wishlist

2011-07-04T13:56:00.005+08:00

I know its a tad bit early to create a list for X'mas but I decided I want it written down as early as now. I do my gift shopping this early too, so why not do it at the same time. VOICE LESSONS- yes, its never too late to improve my singing voice- NOT! I have been telling my hubby to gift me with professional voice lessons. It would surely be nice to be able to sing without offending