Milk and Makeup

I am B-A-C-K

2010-10-12T09:44:00.002+08:00

It has been months since I last posted a blog. Been busy with my engagement. Yes, gus, I am engaged. No longer a single mom. Hahah!!!I visited my blog recently, and realized that I need to go back to blogging. Received messages about how I should not stop blogging, just because I am going to start on a new phase of my life. I thought, why not... I can share about my upcoming wedding.So here we go

Belts for my Body Type: Short Waisted

2009-07-23T18:15:00.002+08:00

I have always been a fan of belts. No matter how simple the outfit is, it can always be glammed up with accessories such as colorful belts. My only problem is... I have to consider some factors before buying belts.The first thing I always, always consider is... will it fit my short torso body type? Sure, there are a lot of fabulous belts you can choose from. The wider it is, it is supposed to

A not so new tip, but I am loving the video

2009-07-18T13:41:00.002+08:00

Using cards to apply my mascara mess-free is not something new to me. However, I love how Michelle Phan made this video. Very funny... you should check this out!So now gals... don't stash those cards from freaky admirers, ROFLMAO!

Tips I've Learned as a Newbie in Odesk

2009-07-03T18:19:00.001+08:00

I've encountered a lot of questions on how to succeed in oDesk as a newbie. I myeslf have just started working in this site. However, I've earned my first few hundred bucks in a few weeks time. It takes a lot of patience at first. When you get a hang of it. You'll learn that working online is not that bad.Here are a few tips I've gathered from experience:If you haven't registered yet to oDesk,

I won't kill for the sake of vanity... tsk!

2009-07-01T13:01:00.005+08:00

I was checking out Youtube, for the latest tricks my favorite makeup gurus can share. However, there's one comment that caught my eye... something about the products used in the video... killing many rabbits. That got me really curious, and so I decided to check the youtuber's sight... only to see videos and information that changed the way I look at makeup.Watching this videos made me love

Another favorite look... that I wish to learn soon

2009-06-27T10:05:00.002+08:00

I have been looking everywhere for this palette. Hope I can buy one soon. If not, atleast a similar one. I just love how it looked on Michelle Phan. And judging from the tutorial... I don't think it's that hard to learn. Check it out...

Venus & Mars Haul

2009-06-25T18:26:00.012+08:00

As usual, I always make it a point to read product reviews and forums before buying for myself. After a lot of reading, I guess I was convinced to finally have my first Venus & Mars haul.At first, I was really confused on which products to buy, if you check the Venus & Mars website, you'll see that they have a lot of goodies to offer. But, I decided to buy according to my needs. Besides, I can

Summer Makeup by Johnny Lavoy

2009-06-22T13:42:00.003+08:00

I have always loved Johnny Lavoy's hairstyles and makeup looks. I particularly love this look, because I find it very wearable... an everyday, and so easy to do. I am no makeup expert, although I love makeup. However, with this look, I felt like a pro... not to mention, it's fresh and just in time for the season's looks.

Ellana Minerals

2009-06-19T07:26:00.018+08:00

Although I first fell in love with Barenaturals, adventurous as I am, I decided to try out other local mineral make up brands, such as: Ellana. I have to say that their website caught my eye. Also, they gave me a free catalog on my first order. For me, it is very helpful... and it made me want to buy more products because I can just check on the catalog anytime.Here are the stuff I bought:I am

Barenaturals Minerals

2009-06-17T18:05:00.015+08:00

I have always loved makeup, and have used quiet a lot of products already. However, when I heard about mineral makeup, I decided to give it a shot. Everyday Mineral Makeup was the first MMU product that caught my attention. I have heard good reviews from them in Youtube and through other MMU users. I have ordered from them through their online site... yet, I still can't wait to try using mineral

Online Earning in Odesk...kewl!

2009-06-17T10:43:00.005+08:00

It's been almost two months since I started doing freelance jobs at oDesk. Though I work less than 10 hours a week, I have earned quiet enough... At first, I contemplated whether it's worth a try, I was too scared of online scams. Now that I am receiving my earnings on weekly basis, I am uber happy, and I just want to share to you guys about it.Below is a screenshot of my oDesk account profile,

Gossip Girl: Chuck's I Love You's Were Worth the Wait for Me to Hear Them

2009-06-16T10:07:00.007+08:00

They are my favorite Gossip Girl couple. And I like Blair, I waited in agony for Chuck to finally say those three words, I Love You. I don't get the point of how it's so hard for him to utter those words, and I feel for Blair everytime she feels the hurt of it.With this Season 2 Finale, when Chuck, finally sayed the magic words: I Love You, I felt like it was worth it all. I cried watching this,

Mommy in Chef Wannabe Mode

2009-06-14T17:47:00.006+08:00

My friends always tease me for being such a trying hard in the kitchen. But for this afternoon... I was in my wannabe-chef-mode... that I wanted to make one of my favorite snacks.A lot of you may be familiar with this. But since I just learned thies recipe, (and I am very bored tihis afternoon), I thought of sharing this to fellow kitchen dummies, lol!Chili Cheese SticksIngredients:Green Chili (

One of My Favorite Kevjumba Videos

2009-06-14T10:37:00.003+08:00

I love watching Youtube... and I'd like to share one of my favorite, subscribed Youtube idol...kevjumba. The video below, is basically one of the funniest. Being a make up lover myself, I can't stop laughing after I saw it...that I thought, this is something I just want to share to fellow make up addicts.And to the boys out there who thought the same way as kevjumba? We hear yah....

Sharing, Caring...and Budgeting

2009-06-13T14:16:00.007+08:00

My baby may have inherited his sensitive skin to me, that’s why, like me... he can’t just use any products in the market. A few days after his birth, he had Infantile Acne... I pity his skin condition, that we did not only shop for products to suit him, but also looked around for the best pediatrician and, or dermatologist. He even tried a lot of products that is suited for teenagers considering

Mylot Earnings

2009-06-13T11:02:00.016+08:00

For the past weeks, I have enjoyed starting and answering discussions in Mylot, that I didn't notice that I am earning quiet enough, for someone not expecting to earn there much. I may have been a member for months now, but it's not only until a few days ago, where I really poured out my thoughts to the discussions. This just made me uber glad, coz this will really help me a lot with extra funds

Tummy Dilemma

2009-06-12T19:07:00.005+08:00

I am on my way to a friend's birthday party, and just realized that I have wasted quiet a lot of idle time, not minding my tummy flabs. I was so horrified, that the only option for me to wear is my colored leggings, instead of my skinny jeans!!!I tried on my jeans and they fit well with my thighs.. but hips and waist? I can't even close the damn buttons! I am so mortified! Did I just gained more

Stretch Mark 101...anyone?

2009-06-09T09:39:00.011+08:00

I just came home from the drugstore and bough for myself a Palmer's Tummy Butter. This is actually my second jar. I finished the first one before I became an official mommy. I just thought of buying another one, since I have a friend who swore that her stretch marks vanished (maybe lessened) after using this butter.I didn't have any problems with it's formulation. It is a bit greasy, but I guess,

Preggy Nightmares: Stretch Marks and a Flabby Tummy

2009-06-02T12:53:00.003+08:00

I guess it has been weeks since my last post. I got a little busy with embassy requirements and other stuff. I just thought of making another blog about my latest thoughts, that has been bothering me... my tummy.It has been moths since I last gave birth, and I always here all kinds of praises of how I maintained my figure, what’s my secret, blah, blah, blah!!! But what they do not know, is that,

EDM Flat Top Brush..Me, Happy!

2009-05-13T16:42:00.019+08:00

It has arrived!!! For two days, I can’t stop checking the gate, hoping to see the courier bring my goodies...and now here it is...my very own Everyday Minerals Flat Top Brush! Oh okay, I also bought the EDM eye shadow brush, but I just can’t contain my happiness for finally having the flat top brush!!!You see, I am a certified mineral make up convert. Starting my make up kit from ground zero is

Odesk, Mylot, Elance...what else?

2009-05-02T15:30:00.009+08:00

It's been days since I last posted here. I have been busy since I just started a job in oDesk, and yet still hunting for more jobs in Elance. Being a single mother, It's not that easy to leave my son at home... at the same time earn money. The best option for me, is to earn from home.So what does it take to be a member on these sites? I tell you, a lot of patience. I personally prefer oDesk,

Randomness...after days of being absent here?

2009-04-24T22:23:00.009+08:00

I am back.Been busy for the past 2 days, sorry. There are a lot of forms to fill up for the visa processing, and not to mention...sooooo many requirements to complete. I have to prioritize though. But hey, you gotta do, what you have to do. I submitted myself to this, and have to accept, that along with it are uber many responsibilites. Wanting to go to Canada is one thing, doing something to go

Random Thoughts: Lazy Day with my Son

2009-04-20T17:48:00.004+08:00

I am bored and thought of posting some random thoughts...I spent the whole day with my son. I noticed that he's been having some tantrums already. Since, I don't feel like strolling anyway, I opted to stay at home with him.Man, this little guys can grow up in a short span of time. I just realized how I need to buy him new stuffs like: onesies, new socks, and caps. He's clothes are getting smaller

Blog Newbie

2009-04-19T00:03:00.002+08:00

I love reading blogs...and it’s not until today, that I decided to make one... my own blog site. I surfed the net on how and where to start, just learned recently about the how to's, and I hope I am applying them now.Okay, so here’s where I begin. I am a single mom, on my 20’s, a registered nurse in 3 countries...soon to be 4, but still afraid of blood (figure that out!). I loooove surfing the