My Few Lashes

I am one of those unlucky ones who were given a sparse amount of eyelashes... I've mentioned before that I have undergone several eyelash extensions already. Actually, they were a bit pricey, and after a months time, I really felt uncomfortable wearing them. When the glue wears off, that's the time I feel uncomfortable, and a little bit conscious because people might notice that my lashes are uneven! I've been thinking of going back to my aesthetician and have extensions again... She said that the latest invention now is "weaved". My sister had it already but she says it's the same, the process just took a little longer, but the results were the same, and yes, the duration of the extended lashes lasts a little longer than the glued ones, maybe a week or so... Still, I'm not convinced to have it done again... I have to admit that I find it difficult to maintain. And yes, I am not happy that the extended lashes doesn't last a lifetime... So, while surfing, I came across this Revitalash Eyelash Conditioner.


It claims to thicken the lashes and make them longer in 6 months time... I just have to use it once daily, apply it as a liquid eyeliner on the upper lid. I'm quite interested, but it's a little bit pricey... Almost $200.00 including taxes and shipping fees... But, what if I'm allergic to it? What if I don't get satisfied with the results??? Hmmmm... There's another one, the Jan Marini Age Intervention Eyelash Conditioner. I still don't know how much it costs, but I'm sure it'll be on the same range with the Revitalash... I hope some of you have tried these products... I want to know which one really works...

Firsts

When I posted about those cute Skechers shoes from my sister BSM and niece TSM, I began to have flashbacks on my first baby's first pair of shoes... It was given by my sister MS. They're so cute! Designed with built in socks for a snug and comfy fit, we don't have to worry about losing them... My baby's first signature shoes...

During that time, 2002, I didn't have any journals, or blogs, and I wasn't really documenting everything... Good thing I kept it and now, I can save it to my electronic journal... Wow, the wonders of internet!!! Isn't it awesome???

Robin Thicke - Lost Without You Music Video (Official)

Can't stop listening to this song... 'Been playing on my iPod for more than a month!

Cute Shoes!

I'm a fan of Skechers... Love their designs, and of course, I won't be a fan if they're not foot friendly and comfortable... Good thing my niece works there and gets great employee discounts! Thank you BSM, for sending me some goodies!!! (do you guys notice how much of a freeloader I am?) Love the shoes!!! These Cali Gear Skechers are like "improved" version of Crocs Mary Janes... I'm so excited to let my kid wear them!!!

Fonzie's first pair of shoes are also cute...


Just don't know when he's going to use them...

Wet Naps for Hair?

Yes... You read it right... The Ted Gibson Hair Sheets are like Wet Naps, Wet Ones, or those Baby Wipes we use every time we need a quick and emergency rinse for various body parts... But this one is used for tangled, unconditioned, and dull hair... Just a remedy for a bad hair day... We all experience having a very busy day at work and never even have time to brush our hair the whole day. Of course the hair strands tend to dry up, curl up at the ends, lose its sheen, or worse, get greasy and sticky due to sweat... Now, these Hair Sheets makes the hair return to its natural form, making it shinier and softer, it even smells sooo good... Each sheet contains ingredients that replace lost protein, inhibit moisture-loss, increase strength of hair, and provide environmental protection.

The Ted Gibson Complex - a unique blend of amino acids - conditions and strengthens the hair shaft by bonding to and filling in damaged areas. And the best part? This treatment is easy to apply - just smooth over hair anytime, for all-day-long conditioning or overnight repair.

Available at Sephora.

Happy Birthday Trish!

I can't believe that in a year's time, my favorite niece will be 18, and all I can say is, wow, I'm getting old!!! She's living in Vegas and God, I miss her so much. We share so many secrets together. Her boyfriend, Ty, whom I haven't met yet, seem to be really nice. They've been going out for over 2 years already and I've never heard ill things about him... Or maybe I'm just too far... Teehee... But all I know is that, he's full of surprises...

On the night of July 17th, Trish was given a dinner party by her grandparents. After the party, Ty brought Trish to Bellagio, and they both went to Tiffany & Co. (Trish was wondering why) When they entered the store, all the staff and crew sang the birthday song, greeted Trish, and gave them the blue Tiffany bag...

And this is what's inside...


I know this is not an expensive gift... But I can feel its warmth, its thought... How come I never had a boyfriend this sensitive??? Grrrr... But actually, I really enjoy stories like these... They're so inspiring, so exciting... How about you guys??? Do you mind sharing with me some of your surprising boyfriend moments???

Mood: envious, melancholic, romantic

LV Case for your iPhone

I know many of you guys, especially in the US are already hooked up on your new and techy gadget, the new iPhone... Too bad it will be released here in the Philippines in 2008. I believe that even if I buy one in the US, I still can't use it here, due to its frequency, or whatever, but as far as I know, it is safe to wait 'til the Apple people tells us when it will be available in Asia...

So for you iPhone users now, how about a new case for your new gadget??? Look what Louis Vuitton has in store for you...

Voila!!!

iPhone cases in variety of designs and colors... It shall be launched on July 16 at the Louis Vuitton Flagship Store at 5th Avenue Manhattan. Prices range from $225.00 (Monogram Canvas) to $1,120.00 (Alligator) wheow!!!!

Credits: www.fabsugar.com

Bling Blings!

I've always been fascinated with the rise of the USB drives. I think it's one of the best inventions everrr... But I guess if you're such a bling lover and loves everything that sparkles, this one is really, really cute... The Phillips-Swarovski Active Crystal collection has just launched their 1 GB Heartbeat and 1 GB Lock-Out padlock shaped USB drives... Sold at $179.00 each, I think it's worth if you're really into bling blings...


The collection also includes headphones and earbuds for your cellphones and iPods!!!


Aren't they cute??? They're all scheduled to come out in August this year...

Credits: www.luxist.com

Just In Time!

Hey guess what?!?! I received a package this morning... And you know what's inside???

It's this...

Black Chanel Classic Jumbo in Lambskin Leather

A birthday gift/new mom gift from my 2 beloved sisters... I didn't know they were planning to give me one... Before my birthday, they asked me what do I have in mind for a birthday gift, but during that time, I was 36 weeks pregnant and all I wanted was baby stuff... I told them to put their offer on hold until I give birth so that I can distinguish exactly what things I still need... So time passed by, I gave birth, and I actually forgot all about the birthday gift thang... Until last Wednesday, I read a post from my sister's blog that I'd be receiving a black box... Jeezzz... what's that??? I even asked her jokingly if it's just a box or is there something in there... Then she said that it is their birthday gift for me... Ohhhh, how sweet... This morning, when I opened the package, I was really ecstatic, looking really crazy trying it in front of the mirror... Ohhhh.... My very first Chanel...

Thank you Marnie and Benel... You made me really happy... How I wish we're never apart from each other forever... I love you guys so much...

Now, I'm looking forward to my next birthday... How about an orange box??? Teehee...

Post Partum Blues - Myth or Fact?

Sorry if this post seems to be a little depressing... But I'd try my best not to make it one... Last Sunday, 6 days after giving birth, I felt really, really sad... The thing is, I was sad for no reason at all... All I wanted was to leave, go to the US and have fun! I told my hubby that I want to go to the States, and he asked, why??? And I replied, to escape from you and forget all the bad things you've done to me... He just kept quiet...

That Sunday, he had a 6pm appointment. Maybe that was the reason why I was depressed. The fact that he's leaving and I'll be left alone with the baby and my 5 year old daughter...

He came home at 9pm and I didn't talk to him... I was grumpy... I was craving for attention... I don't know, but I started to shout and say bad things to him... Things a wife shouldn't tell to a husband...

I knew he was hurt... He slept outside the room... It was then that I realized that he stood by me in the Operating Room, he took care of me, he bathe me, he woke up several times in the middle of the night just to walk me to the restroom, he changed/changes my dressing every so often, he combed my hair, he gave me everything I needed when I was bedridden... I think not all husbands can do what he did for me... I felt guilty...

I'm just happy now that it's over... I just read that Post Partum Blues is a fact... The severe drop of Progesterone and Estrogen levels causes this and sends a signal to our brains that makes us feel depressed... Some women who have bigger problems lead to Post Partum Depression... The most common problems are marriage and money... And the best solution for this is just plain Talk Therapy...

Now, I feel sorry for what I did to my hubby... I prayed hard and thought to myself to be just happy, contented, and be thankful that I am blessed with a good and comfortable life...

At last!

Alfonso Benjamin "Fonzie" arrived on June 25, 2007, 7:38 in the morning, weighed exactly 8 lbs. and 50 cms. long... The first glimpse of him was undescribably heavenly, magically, enchantingly, I don't know... Maybe it's just pure happiness...

June 24 was traumatic... I was having severe gastro pains and headaches, probably caused by nervousness... I must admit, I am such a coward... You guys know that I was recommended for a repeat Caesarian Section and that word itself gives me heavy palpitations... The more I think of it, my blood pressure goes up! That is why I needed to relax because high blood pressure might make matters worse...

June 25, exactly 7am, I was transferred to the O.R. My hubby was instructed to proceed to the sterile area and wear scrubs because he was allowed to watch the procedure... He brought his camera with him to take pictures of those precious moments...

Doctors At Work

And finally,

This was my room

Thanks to all who texted me, called my hubby, dropped by, for all your prayers and wishes... DidithT, thank you for the prayers, I was deeply touched when you told me that you've been praying for me since I've had my first miscarriage... And boy, that was like, 10 years ago!!! You are such a beautiful person inside and out, and I feel so lucky to have known you... Thank you BlessF for the wonderful prayer, it made me stronger, really... Thanks JCC for taking the time to drop by, waking up early to bring us sumptuous lunch... Thanks PinkyR and JCC again for this wonderful balloon set up...



Thanks Butch, Christine, Charrisse, Braddy, and Eena for dropping by and for the yummy Conti's goodies... BillieF, BlessF, GlennF, thanks for dropping by, PinkyD, YengF, IngridG, AihG and MarkG, and lastly, to my family, thank you so much for all your prayers!!!

I might be a little delayed on my posts this time... Hope you guys understand... I'm trying hard to be a perfect mom this time... Teehee...