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I need some waxin'...  do i really need to tell you this???

But when you see a waxing salon as cute as this, I bet you'll brag about  it too...  My SIL referred Pink Parlour to me because she had her facial hair waxed there months ago.  

I checked their website and found out their anniversary sale, so I called them right away and arranged for an appointment.  

Besides waxing, they also offer spa treatments, callous treatments, gel lacquer, spray tan, etc.

 Since it is their anniversary month, they are offering 50% off on some services.

Their manicure/pedicure/massage/treatment/service area...

Their waiting area...

I wasn't able to take pictures of the rooms where the procedures are done, but I assure you, 

they're as cute as these pictures...

Good thing my previous waxing technician at a different salon had her vacation leave, 

otherwise I wouldn't discover Pink Parlour...

Please do check their website (click here).  Soon, they're going to open their Rockwell Powerplant Mall Branch.

In 5 weeks, I'll be back...  

PAL is still my choice

Whenever we travel, I always choose to fly PAL.  And I almost always fly coach.  The price of business class is twice the price of economy, but of course, the service is different, plus, the seats!!!  But I just say to myself that we will all get to our destination wherever we seat (sourgraping).  Of course if I have excess money, I would prefer to travel first class with all the comfort, food, and service, and mind you, Filipino flight attendants are the most courteous of all...  Oh well, I have my ever reliable Mabuhay Miles membership so I can just add up the incurred miles and get myself upgraded when the need arises...   

I receive emails from PAL every now and then, and I always check out their promos. Something like this:

At times, airline promos go out simultaneously, especially Cebu Pacific and Air Asia.  I have nothing against the two airlines, but when I try the Piso Fair of Cebu Pacific online, I still end up with high prices.  I don't know why, but maybe because, I choose my seats, I buy meals, and I get extra baggage allowance, plus the taxes.  When you add those up, you'd be surprised at how much it would cost.  Most likely, it becomes more expensive than PAL.  

With Air Asia, I just don't like their stop overs.  And Clark airport is way too far.  But I once tried Clark-HK-Clark, it was uhhmmmmm, okay...

This morning, I got an email about PAL's promo, and I tried booking my family to Singapore.  The selling period started last week, and the travel period is between October to December, and February to June 2014.  I ended up buying 6 tickets for my family, with a total of P57,800.00 or approximately USD: 1,300.00, roundtrip.  Amazing isn't it???

I'm so excited because my kids are going for the first time to Singapore, and they look forward to the Universal Studios day tour.

I know it's a bit early to book a vacation, but, it sure pays to plan ahead, don't you agree?

My Aura Premiere Day

It was my first time to visit SM Aura.  I've heard that there are stores and restaurants that aren't common at Aura.  And they're right! First of all, I like that it's not crowded.  To think that I went there on a 3-day sale Sunday, I thought it would be full of people, but so happy it wasn't.

The first store that caught my eye was Peppermint Kids Salon and Spa Boutique.  

The place is beautifully designed, it is impossible for me not to go in and ask what they offer.  

I actually want to try their Bubblegum Footspa...  Yes, me, because, It's not just for kids, but for moms and dads too!  We could even book their "I Dream" room for a little privacy...  

The salon offers stylish braids too!

Besides haircut for kids, they also have "lice-off"sessions.

From nail grooming down to nail art!!!

I am so excited to see my kids get pampered with their Dead Sea Mud Mask 

while having my foot and back massage...

You can visit their store at Basement 1, SM Aura Premier, Fort Bonifacio, 

or call them at 478-3566 for appointments.

Then I spotted these!!!  You know I couldn't resist the sweet tooth, isn't it obvious?

As a follower of Downton Abbey, I began to appreciate the love of tea.  

Though I still don't get the tea with milk or sugar.

Because of the 3-day sale, the cupcakes were priced unbelievably cheap, some are below P100.00, and the teapot is free and refillable if you get 3 cupcakes.  I lovetttt!!!  Ohhhh, and please, do try their Red Velvet Cupcakes.  Spank me if you think I ain't right...  They have the best Red Velvet cupcakes in the Philippines.

Oh, did I tell you that The Royal Touch Gourmet Cupcakes are from the recipes of Chef Carolyn Robb, the personal Chef to the Royals - Prince Charles, Princess Diana, Princes William and Harry?

I promised myself that I'll be back on Sunday to have my nail spa, foot and back massage, 

and an afternoon tea.  

Wouldn't it be great if you just make believe that you are a Princess even for just 1 day??? 

i'm back!

this time, for real...

Eager to be back

I have been busy with work and social life, I didn't have time to update my blog.  Tomorrow is our office's Audit day for ISO 9001 and ISO 14001.  Come what may...  Hope I don't end up with Non-Conformities...

Anyway, as the "Just Habagat" or the Low Pressure Area hit our city in 2 days, the schooldays were cancelled for a week.  

(will write about this on my next blog)

I had time to organize Fonzie's activity sheets.  I just found out that I had to file a lot of his memos coming from his adviser.  I got almost all tips from my eldest daughter's school.  So I adapted Poveda's way of organizing his worksheets...

First, I filed these on a separate folder.  These are payments, accounting slips, school requirement fees.  I don't want to mix these with school memorandum...

 Then this one is for the school's memos and announcements, calendar of activities, etc...

And then I realized that I'll be receiving his Tests and Test Results and file them and record the grades he got on their individual Skills Performance Chart.  This was provided by the school.

 

I put plastic cover for protection so they last 

for the whole school year.

These are the worksheets/seatwork or activity sheets, which are different from Test Papers.  These are loosely given to the kids, so I had to file them accordingly.  Since I don't want to be confused with all the filing, I bought a filer.

 And then labeled every divider...

 And then everyday, he takes home small notes and memos from the teachers for his reminders and assignments.  I don't know how to file them since they come in different sizes.  So I got an unused notebook, and then made it as a planner or diary for these notes.

 Now they look more organized...

I am so happy that I learned these things from Poveda...  On the next PTC, I will show this to Fonzie's teacher to inspire other moms to do the same and help them organize their kids' stuff...

Can't Get Over You, Osaka!

As a warning, when I talk about our trip in Osaka, you'll never hear the end of it... I just fell in love with the city, the food, the people, the stores, the hotel, the restrooms, the roads, the subway, the train, the taxi, the airport, everything!!! I can't find a reason why not to come back. When my friend MC told me about Osaka, I couldn't imagine what she was talking about. Because I didn't expect it to be different from Tokyo.

Now, I understand... It's a lot different!

Now, let me tell you how I fell in love with the PEOPLE:

They're the most stylish/courteous people I've ever seen. When you smile at them, they will greet you and make their famous "japanese bow". When you bow, they will again bow, and they will never stop until you do. Because they want you to feel special, they want to be the last one to take a bow, that's their sign of respect. I've never seen people give so much respect for others the way they do. Whenever I pay for something in a certain store, the cashier first wraps what I bought, then says how much I need to pay, then when I give her the payment, she will give me my change one by one. And mind you, I never saw a crumpled Japanese money in my entire stay. Then after I got my change, she leads me to the exit, and there, she gives me the neatly wrapped item I bought. I felt so special, and all I wanted was to come back and buy more!!!

The SUBWAY:

Yes, there are tons of Subway Lines in Japan. You really have to read, search, and ask. That's what we did, if we rely on reading only, we won't get to our destination. What's fascinating is, we got to our destination in time, and we didn't have any problems asking them. Some of them may not really speak English, but they will try their best to help you. I really felt awkward asking them, but they showed so much interest in helping us. Aren't they nice???

The FOOD:

Ramen love!!! Sushi love!!! Yakitori love!!! Vendo love!!! I can't talk about food much because it will only make me hungry!

The ROADS:

Isn't this canal the cleanest one in the whole world?

Who wouldn't love to stroll around this place?

The SHOPS:

Name it, they have it. I only bought a few of their local shoe brands.

The HOTEL:

We stayed at Swissotel in Namba, Osaka. The hotel is strategically located, I loved that I didn't have to go out of the building after taking the subway because the hotel has access to the Namba Railway station, Takashimaya, and Namba Carnival Mall. Isn't it fabulous??? Now I ask you, wouldn't you feel the same way too???

I got so many stories to tell about my stay-cation, but so little time!

Just can't get over you Osaka!!!

The Perfect Blend!

I want one now!!!

Directions: Blend your way to a flawless face!

Bounce Beautyblender against your face when applying make up. Bouncing, called stippling in the make up world, blends make up without creating changes in the texture or tone of your skin. Use Beautyblender's pointed side for hard-to-reach spots like around the nose and mouth, and under the eyes. Use the round base for foundation and blush on the larger areas of your face such as your forehead, cheeks and chin.

If you apply make up with your fingers you'll find that Beautyblender will smooth and refine your make up to provide a clean finish.

Use Beautyblender damp when applying wet/dry make up. When Beautyblender is wet it is normal for it to expand to nearly twice its original size. Wash after use and place in the Beautyblender insert pedestal to dry. You can also put Beautyblender in the Beautyblender pouch and toss it in the dryer. Be sure to use an air-dry setting; Beautyblender should not come in contact with extreme heat of any kind.

If you have problem skin Beautyblender works to cover blemishes. Use the pointed end and the stipple and twist technique to work make up into depressed areas of the face. The stippling and twisting action feathers out the makeup's edges, leaving a perfect finish.

• Included in package: 2 blenders, instruction cards in canister with pedestal
• Double your fun! Use 1 damp use the other 1 dry. Take one with you and keep the other safe at home.
• Washable, re-useable, recyclable. Can be used with all types of makeup. Use damp or dry. We prefer damp. Very versatile applicator.
• If you have problem skin Beautyblender works to cover blemishes. Use the pointed end and the stipple and twist technique for a perfect finish.
• Beautyblender is made from a latex-free, anti microbial foam to help fight bacteria and sensitive enough for those with allergies.

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Missing Guam

I don't know why, but I fell in love with Guam last year when I first visited the Island. The people are very friendly, simple, and warm. The whole city is clean, as if I was transported back to Los Angeles Circa 1975... Wish I could go back anytime soon...

Stayed at Outrigger Guam Resort. Located in the heart of Tumon's Pleasure Island district complex that also houses the Tumon Plaza Duty Free Shopping Arcade, International Food Court, Hardrock Cafe, Sam Choy's, Gameworks, and Underwater World. Just across the street are Guam Duty Free Stores, Planet Hollywood, TGI Fridays and minutes away from the Outback Steakhouse, Sand Castle Dinner Club and Globe Night Club. The Outrigger is Guam's newest five star hotel and part of the well known Outrigger group in Hawaii.

Convenient Hop On Hop Off shuttles...

Just look at the parking space!!!

I just really need to get that Guam fix!!!