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 Hello, I'm finally writing again after a month of hiatus. It's been crazy-busy with thesis and projects coming my way. I'm happy I finally have time to edit photos and write a little here and there.  Hope you like the photos! Hanna shot them a couple of weeks back. They felt a bit gloomy so I added a couple of painted light leaks. I can never post anything without color in it. I love my pastels too much. I'm wearing a top from South Shores and my culottes are thrifted by my very thoughtful friend, Emery. She gave them to me just because . Can you believe people like that still exist? :) She is such a great friend and something in her feels... warm and soulful. I hope to meet more people like her. I feel like updating you with the hustle that's been happening lately at school and other stuff so be on the look out for a Life Lately post this week or next week (depending on my mood). I don't want blogging to be a stressful activity so I'm...

 Here I am with a backlog trying to make up for January where I had 3 blog posts planned about starting the year right but only posted 2 of them. I feel bad for ignoring this blog and failing to shoot something. So here's a travel diary when we went to Bohol last year, during my birthday weekend.  We were a 30-minute fast-craft, boat ride away from Bohol.  The Koi ponds in the lobby and at the entrance of the hotel (Bellevue) where we stayed at were my favorite. I have a thing for fishes and sea creatures. My friends found it odd that I'm not afraid of deep waters and what lies beneath. I love deep, dark sea water and the thought that there might be thousands of fishes and (possibly) sharks underneath excite me. Weird, noh? We explored a little. Did a couple of touristy activities. Churches, Butterfly farms, Chocolate Hills but I've been here more than 8 times (I think), so I didn't take much photos. But I do have another post about Bohol nex...

I have been asked this question a lot of times whenever I am caught writing down (instead of typing on my phone) tasks and shit that I need to do. So I thought I'd share with you the reasons why planning is a very important thing that will help you achieve anything you want to accomplish whether your goal is towards a healthier lifestyle or just a passion project that you've always wanted to do. Always with a pen (or 4 pens) and a planner at hand, I jot down EVERYTHING that pops in my mind whether it be a blog post idea, a random thought or a last-minute "eureka" moment for a campaign. I write more than I talk to people, tbh. Not that I'm an introvert. I just really like writing. And what I love about it is that I remember the things that I write more than the things I see, hear or type. That's actually the first answer to today's question: Disclaimer: Written here are just thoughts and opinions that I think are the reason why planning has helped inc...

I'm so ready for the new year to start! How is your evening so far? I'm super hyped up because of the the mini sparklers and the wine we just had. The holidays feel like it's coming to an end but who says we can't extend it even just for a little bit? And what better way to start your new year than to have a gift sent to you by Y-O-U??? Self-love represent !!! Earlier this December, I had the chance to try out Beauty MNL's site. It's probably the easiest online shopping experience I've ever had. You just have to choose, check-out, choose the mode of payment you want and that's it! I'm all for great customer service and Beauty MNL's CS is hard to beat. Read on for the ratings below and a mini haul! My baby and I all cozied up as we scroll and choose from over 300+ brands on the site! They have organic products that ranges from hair care, beauty tools, make-up and skin care. What more can a girl ask for? Here are the goodies I ...

 With the stressful rush of last minute holiday shopping, my Aunt and I found ourselves in this dazzling corner at SM Seaside as we were buying gifts for the family. I've been meaning to have my bacne (tmi? idc lol) cleaned and I couldn't find it in myself to spend a thousand for a session of pimple clearing. I'm just too much of a cheap-o when it comes to self-pampering. I'd rather spend Php.300 on a good, notebook than a facial TBH. But upon seeing Dermcare Luxe's prices (which were surprisingly affordable) I was sold.  I mean, srsly. Who would think that this sparkling, luxurious clinic was affordable? They have soft velvety chairs, crystal chandeliers, gleaming marble tiles and the inside of the clinic where they pamper their clients looks like a dream. Read on to see more! This is where they do the face related services.  This is where I lay down for 45 minutes as the "ate" prodded, pricked and scrubed the shit out of m...

Last Sunday, I was invited by my friend Gabe to M.Wilson Salon & Spa's 3rd year anniversary. I was late (as usual) but they gladly gave me a session of eyelash extensions the same day. They were fully booked that day so there was a waiting list but atleast before the session, I had time to do a shoot with Gabe's boyfriend, Karhlo. The photos are down below, so read on! Hi Gabe! I was lucky that day. Aside from the free food and service, I also scored a few shots from Karloh. He brought with him 35mm and 50mm lens and the shots looked so professional. I felt like a legit blogger lol! I think I'm putting new lens for my camera on my wishlist! TOP: Thrifted Pants: ForMe Choker: Diyed Slip-ons: SM Dept. Right after the photos were taken, I read my sister's copy of China Rich Girlfriend. It's now on my list of fave books. Kevin Kwan makes me laugh and envious at the same time. The lives of the ridiculously rich Asians and...

What a month! I never expected November to be this hectic. Maybe the semester break on the start of the month is meant to be there to get my body ready for all the crazy things that would happen. I have never had a more busy month in my life. Here is a list of the things I've been meddling with for the past weeks: 1.  I organized my first workshop as an intern! It was an amazing ride with only 2 weeks to prepare the kit and the whole thing. You can watch the video Banana and I made right HERE . She added the cute animation and I directed the video. The workshop was for Earl Tawny , a brush calligrapher based here in Cebu. It was fun and stressful but so worth it. I'm currently in the process of organizing another one... which just made me realize that I haven't even made a poster for it! Ohmygod I'm gonna diieeeee 2. I've been taking a lot of photos of paintings lately but not much of my life as a blogger (haha). I'm still poor (will send you an upd...