Back From Hiatus

Purple Lady Banks Rose

I have been on hiatus from my blog for about eight months.  I feel bad but I had to focus on the most important-my darling daughter.  Her schooling needs as well as our family's daily activities were my main focus in the past few months.  I was occupied almost everyday.  Now that the school is almost out, which is in four days, I hope my blogging routine will be in the books again this summer. I missed this hobby, you know.

Back From A Long Vacation

I'm back!  Yes, I was away for over two months. I was on a long vacation with my darling daughter. We went to the Philippines to visit my side of the family and have had a wonderful summer vacation. By the end of March, school is out and summer vacation starts over there.  So my nieces and nephews were with us in all our getaways.

So, I am back now and will start posting about our adventures and new experiences from the vacation.  Hopefully, I won't forget a thing. :D  See you around.  Have a wonderful day peeps.

Spring Coming Early This Year?

Hello everyone! It's February already.  I bet most of you cannot wait for Spring, huh?  Well, I think Spring is coming early this year.  What's your plans in the coming season?  Are you preparing Easter goodies for the kids?

I will be on vacation this Spring so I won't be in the US for Easter.  Hopefully I will be able to get some Easter stuff for my daughter while we're on vacation to the Philippines.

Almond flower

Easy-Grip And No-Pinch Eyelash Curler

Lovely Lashes Eyelash Curler

It was time to replace my old eyelash curler.  This easy-grip and no-pinch eyelash curler is just perfect to use on my small eyes.  I like it more because it comes with an extra silicone refill pad.  I am very sure that I will be using this thing more often and it will last for a very long time.

*I got this product free from Amazon in exchange for an honest review.  

A Lovely Gift For A Lovely Me Indeed - Free Products to Try in My #JingleVoxBox

It's the day before Christmas.  Nobody was making a sound inside the house, not even a mouse.  Because my family and I were heading out of town to our folks' for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.  As we were backing up to the road, I saw this pretty red box at the doorstep of the house.  Oh what a lovely gift indeed.  Early Christmas presents for me.  This is the second time Influenster sent me a VoxBox during the Holiday season.  Influenster rocks!!!

My #JingleVoxBox under the Christmas Tree.

The products in my #VoxBox.  Yay!  Early Christmas presents from #Influenster.

• Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream
• NYC City Proof 24HR Waterproof Eyeliner
• KISS Strip Lash Adhesive
• KISS True Volume Natural  Plump Eyelashes, Chic
• Pure Ice Nail Polish, Deja Vu
• Hallmark itty bittys SPIDER-MAN Stuffed Toy
• Biscoff Coffee Flavored Cookies
• Ore-Ida Coupon

Wow!  So much stuff.  I know there so many to do here but I don't mind.  Particularly the KISS Volume Plump Eyelashes, which I never have tried any type of it, will be on my eyes in the coming days.  How awesome is that?

I do have fun reviewing products.  Most of all, I love it when I get them for free.  :)  If you would like to get the chance to receive free product samples like me, please check the link below and sign up for free.  Thanks!

*I received these products complimentary from Influenster for testing and review purposes.

Celebrate Your Mini Wins With Tastykake Minis Cupcakes #TastykakeMiniWins #Review

#Tastykake Minis #VoxBox from Influenster

Here is a sweet treat that I know you all will enjoy as part of your every day breakfast, snack, or dessert.  The Tastykake Minis cupcakes.  I am sharing with you my tasting experience with this yummy product.

I was one of the lucky ones picked by Influenster to do some taste test this.  So I received this product complimentary for testing purposes.  And it is really nice to receive free products to try out.  Thanks to #Influenster for the opportunity.  If you want to join me in Influenster community, you can sign up for free by clicking here.

Now, how does the Tastykake Minis cupcakes taste?  To be honest, I really liked how they taste.  Made with Hershey's cocoa adds to the fine taste and flavor of the chocolate mini cupcakes.  The filling is not too sweet.  The size of each mini cupcakes is perfect for a toddler to hold and eat.  My daughter liked them so much.  I cannot wait to try other flavors of the Tastykake Minis.  The VoxBox include two $1.00 Off coupons that I can use for future purchases of the product.  Winner right?!  

Here's what's in my Tastykake Minis VoxBox.

These Tastykake are not only for usual snacks and such.  They can also become a part in celebrating your life's mini wins.  Any kind of achievements, big or small should be celebrated with Tastykake Minis cupcakes.  As for me, I always celebrate life everyday.  As a stay-at-home mom and full-time housewife, I do almost all the work in the house.  Taking care of my family is one of my priorities.  So when my daughter wakes up early in the morning for her pre-Kindergarten activities at home, I celebrate it with a cup of cocoa drink with her and some sweetness on the side.  Or when my family enjoyed the meals I prepared for lunches or suppers, that is a win win for me.  Small achievements like that are worth celebrating, too.  And you can always do that with Tastykake Minis.  

For more updates and information about these yummy mini cupcakes, please follow them on their social pages below.

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Tastykake

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/Tastykake

Tastykake Minis cupcakes are great with cocoa drink in the morning.

*I received the products complimentary from Influenster for testing purposes.  All opinion are my own.

There Is Someone Who Believes In You

This is a very strong, touching, and meaningful song.  I dedicate this to those who are facing any kind of struggle in life.  Believe in yourselves.  Be strong and hold on to your dreams. If you think that nobody believes in you, look up in the sky.  He is with you.

Someone Who Believes In You -  by Air supply

Comfortable Footwear At Home

My pair of Nike Comfort Thong Sandals

I love lazy Sundays.  I just like to be in my lounge wear and I also love wearing my Nike Slip-ons with memory foam and comfort footbed.  They're very comfortable and my feet feels relaxed.  I am on my feet most of the time because I play with my child and do household chores, too.  My feet feels cold easily especially when I am on barefoot.  That is why I always wear house slippers.  

I bought this pair for $12 from Kohls I think two years ago.  I think the retail price now ranges from $24-$30 a pair.

Moisturizing Lotion For All Skin Types

L'oreal Active Daily Moisture Lotion

I just love this lotion from L'oreal.  It smells good which makes it my favorite lotion as of the moment.  To me, it's not overpowering and doesn't hurt your nose. :)  The creaminess of the lotion doesn't leave my skin oily and sticky.  And another great thing about L'oreal Active Daily Moisture Lotion is that, it's for all skin types.

Sensitive Gums And Teeth

Honestly, I don't like going to the dentist.  It's not that I hate it but I just don't have enough courage to deal with the cleaning of my teeth and stuff.  My teeth and gums are sensitive.  It makes me very nervous.  

There was a time when the dental hygienist took my blood pressure and it was very high.  I was like, man!  So I had to relax and think of something nice so the stress will go away.  After a little while she tried it checking my BP again and it went down a little bit.  Good thing it was just a cleaning appointment.

I am so chicken when it comes to dental appointments.  Arg.  How about you?

Waterproof Eyeliner #FrostyVoxBox

Well, I received very nice gifts last year.  The Frosty VoxBox from Influenster was one of them. Included in the box was a Rimmel Scandaleyes Waterproof Kohl Kajal Eyeliner in black.  I don't wear makeup so often so sometimes it takes a long time for me to finish painting my face. Hahaha.

Wearing Rimmel waterproof eyeliner and warm shades of eye shadow.

Wearing black Rimmel Scandaleyes Waterproof Kohl Kajal Eyeliner

Since the Rimmel eyeliner is waterproof, it stays on your eyes the whole day.  An effective make up remover for waterproof make ups is needed to wipe the eyeliner off. 

For latest cosmetics products from Rimmel London US, kindly follow thru Facebook and Twitter.

Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/RimmelLondonUS
Twitter - https://twitter.com/rimmellondonUS.

*I received this product complimentary from Influenster for testing and review purposes.

Special Occasion

My birthday falls on a Thursday of this month.  I am going to be a year older again.  Ugh. Time flies like an arrow.

I don't have any thing fancy planned for my birthday.  I just want to go out and eat at a fine restaurant.  Lunch or dinner maybe.  But my husband said we will go to our folks' and celebrate my birthday there.  He also wants to celebrate his promotion at work with his parents.  Congratulations, daddy!

So we'll be out of town this coming weekend that's for sure.

Excruciating Headache

An excruciating headache woke me up this morning.  My body was feeling so heavy and I was nauseous.  I wasn't able to do anything except laying on the couch and rest while my darling daughter was playing play doh and doll house.

The weather was very pleasant because it's in the 70 degrees.  Though it was breezy, it was a great day to go outside and play.  I couldn't get my body to cooperate.  I took a pain reliever to get rid of the headache so I can at least watch my little girl ride her bike in the driveway.  But I was feeling tired and weak.  

My strength came back slowly as the day went by.  I managed to prepare dinner for us and loaded the laundry into the washer and dryer.  Because it's Thanksgiving Day week, I want lessen the chores because we are going to our folks on Thanksgiving Day.  Gladly I am feeling better as of this moment.

American Made Luxury Timeless Brands Huge Giveaway

Hello my lovely friends.  Are you ready to win something big? Yes because what I am sharing with you is a giveaway that will excite you for the rest of the year.  I am super excited about this too.  You know why?  Two huge prizes are to be given away by Stearns & Foster®.  But first let me tell you something about this amazing company.

Stearns & Foster® has 167 years of bedding heritage and innovation. They have created the world’s highest quality mattresses that reflect a focus on craftsmanship and deliver a luxurious sleeping experience.  American Made Luxury. Superior Craftsmanship. Timeless Design.  And now two timeless brands, both handmade with the finest materials by master craftsman, are coming together for a unique giveaway opportunity.  Of course, entering this giveaway is VERY EASY.  Simply visit the company facebook page to enter for the chance to win a limited edition “Lockland” handbag by Hammitt, courtesy of Stearns & Foster®. 

 

And one lucky winner will receive their very own hand-stitched Stearns & Foster® Lux Estate mattress. Isn't that amazingly huge?!  Please check below for the giveaway rules.  Good luck to us!

Abbreviated Rules: NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Void where prohibited by law. Open to legal US residents (incl. DC), 18 years or older (19 years old in AL and NE, 21 in MS) at start of Sweepstakes. Promotion consists of 4 separate Sweepstakes the first of which begins at 12:00 a.m. ET on 8/13/14, and the last of which ends on 12/14/14, at 11:59 p.m. ET. To enter, go to https://www.facebook.com/stearnsandfoster, “like” the page, and complete and submit the registration form. 20 prize winners will receive a limited edition Hammitt® Handbag. Approximate Retail Value (ARV) of each: $760. One winner will receive a Stearns & Foster® mattress set (ARV: $1499). Limit one (1) prize per person/per household. Odds of winning are based on the number of eligible entries received per sweepstakes. For complete rules and eligibility requirements, visit www.stearnsandfoster.com Sponsor: Tempur Sealy International, Inc. ©2014 Tempur Sealy International, Inc. Stearns & Foster®, Hammitt®, and Facebook® are registered trademarks of their respective companies in the United States and abroad. The Sweepstakes is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with, Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram. All rights reserved. This is a paid promotion by Temper Sealey. 

*Yours truly was compensated for this post.  Mhar's Display is not responsible for the shipping of the said prizes.  Winners will be contacted by the sponsor.

Gratitude Challenge - Day 5 of 5

Day 5/5 - Gratitude Challenge

Today I am thankful:

1.  for the online tasks received today.  It is great to have regular online jobs that I can do on my free time.

2.  the cousins' visit.  My little one is always anxious to see and play with her cousins.  It's a pleasure to have them.  Not only they have a great time playing, they also get the chance to be with each other.  

The girls were just enjoying the play time.

3.  that I am getting by...somehow.  I may not have the big opportunities that every one else has but I am very thankful for the comfortable life I am enjoying right now.

So, it's the end of the 5-day gratitude challenge on my part.  But it doesn't mean I will cease.  No.  It doesn't end.  As long as we have air to breath, gratefulness shall always be.

Tagging Emz, Anne, and Elenie.

Gratitude Challenge - Day 4 of 5

Day 4/5 - Gratitude Challenge

Today I am thankful:

1.  for a beautiful morning.  My cousin brought some yummy food and a pretty house plant.  It is called a spider plant.

Spider plant.

2.  for coffee.  And I am always thankful to the one who discovered it and how it helps to relax me.  :)

3.  that it is pay day again.  Big or small, it is still one of the things to be thankful for.  Some people are struggling to find a job.  I am happy that I was given this opportunity to work again even if it is only a part time job.

How about you?  What are you thankful for today?

Gratitude Challenge - Day 3 of 5

Day 3/5 - Gratitude Challenge 

Today, I am thankful:

1.  for a smooth day.  

2.  that I did not hit the coyote.  When my daughter and I were on the road on our way home from my work last night at about 8 o'clock, a coyote (I am pretty sure it was a coyote!) crossed the road.  He was quite a few feet away on front of me.  But he ran fast that he was on the other pretty quick.  

3.  a nice dinner prepared by dear husband.  :)

Gratitude Challenge - Day 2 of 5

Day 2/5 - Gratitude Challenge 

Today, I am thankful for:

1.  another work week.  I just started on a part time job last week.  

2.  good health, happiness, and love around me everyday.

3.  my cousin's new love life.  I told her that she is not getting any younger. :) She is in love and her husband-to-be feels the same way with her.  Hopefully everything goes well in the processing of the fiance(e) visa.

I had a nice day today.  My daughter and I went out to lunch with my dear husband and his office mates.  We met two newly hired staff and the boss. 

Gratitude Challenge - Day 1 of 5

Yesterday I received a tag from a blogger friend.  She is challenging me to post three things I am most thankful for.  The  challenge runs for five days.  Well, I accepted the challenge.  And here they are.

Day 1/5 - Gratitude Challenge

Today, I am very thankful for:
1. yesterday's family time out of town.  My dear husband promised to take darling daughter to the park and let her ride her bike there.  The weather was nice.  Though it was sunny, we strolled on the trails where there are shades from the trees.  We had a great time feeding the...turtles.  Yes turtles.  There were ducks around the pond but seemed like they were shy or regularly fed because they just ignored the popcorn.  But the turtles came and ate some popcorn we threw into the water.  

2. it's Fall season again.  I am ready for cool weather in the Fall.  And so happy that it has come again.  In the next few days, cooler breeze and changing color of the leaves will be felt and seen.

3. regular communication from family and friends here and overseas.  This always makes my day.

Have a wonderful week y'all.  By this weekend, I will be tagging three people (family and friends) to do the challenge. :)

Comfort In The Perfect Footwear

I love it when I have time for myself - to travel, unwind, and to shop.  Me time is very important to me. I thank my husband and appreciate his understanding and thoughtfulness on stuff like that.  It makes me feel very secure with our relationship.

As I was saying, I love leisure time.  Traveling and shopping are good combination to me. :)   I like going to the parks and botanical gardens.  I enjoy looking around and these places are relaxing.  Feeling the cool breeze makes you feel good inside.

When going out on a hot summer day, cool and comfortable clothes are recommended to wear.  Light colored clothing is best.  Summer dresses, cotton shirts and pants are great example of these clothing.  Of course, the outfit won't be complete without the perfect footwear.  I prefer wearing flat comfortable shoes made with high quality leather or fabric because they make walking easy and comfortable.

www.zalora.com.ph

 And every time my family and I go out of town, or even just going out to run errands, I wear my flat shoes because I couldn't stand walking on heels for a long time.  I recommend wearing comfort flat shoes because they won't strain your feet while you're out and about like me.