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Archive for December, 2009

I think I have lived under a cave for quite a while. I asked Olivia to buy me Kaya jam from Singapore. I really loved that jam having it tasted in Toastbox while in Lion City.
I met up with Liv and she handed me the sweet treat. After a hours of chitchatting, we parted ways.
When I got home, I got a text from her that if ever I want a jam refill, I just have to swing by Trinoma, because there is a Toastbox branch there. She just discovered it too on her way to the shuttle service stations.
What an idiot!
I am excited for the Kaya toast and the milk iced tea.

While sipping on our non-fat decaf caramel macchiato, Liv and I kept on talking about our current lovelife status which has the words boring and zero written all over it. We kept on asking what is wrong with us? Or are we that really choosy? The time is ticking on us and the bomb of being legitimate old maids is on its final stretch of being detonated.
After so many considerations, we have decided not to be choosy and to jump in the opprotunity to have a boyfriend as soon as it knocks.
I am getting a vibe that it will the year for either of us, it’s good if it will be for the both of us.

I am really upset seeing toddlers on a leash. Recently, I asked my cousin who came from Canada why she puts her child on a leash when she goes out for shopping or a stroll. She just casually anwered that she does that in order for the kid not to be lost. WTF?, the child will not be lost if you will cuddle her or put her on a stroller. If you are scared of losing her, might as well leave her at some with someone else.
Child on a leash is just a brutal scene to me. Children deserve some respect.

A few years back, wearing black to a wedding is taboo. Now, in this ever evolving computer age, everything, as long as it is approriate and does not scream hooker or clown, is acceptable.
With a tight budget, I decided to have my hair and make up done at a neighborhood salon. The salon, based on my assessment, is not among those chains of thrift salons nor those who just pretends to know how to cut hair and style it as well. I used to have my hair rebonding and hair cut done there. Then again, I still have doubts on their skills in terms of hair and make up.
The hair and make up was priced at P550 which I think is pretty reasonable. I kept on texting my cousin whom I trust when it comes to hair, makeup and fashion. Too bad she cannot render her service to me as she is a part of the ntourage and I do not want to burden her anymore.
I was telling her that I hope I will not end up looking like a clown.
I first changed into my LBD and showed the hair and makeup stylists how I want my hair to look like as well as my make up. I was really obessesed with the outcome that I kept on telling them what I want as the session progresses.
While the hair and make up were not done exactly as I want them to be (I was really expecting that), I am kind of satisfied with the out come.
I went to the wedding with much confidence too bad I was not able to stay for the reception as I have my PM duty at the hospital. I managed to snatch some pix on my cell phone and the pix on my cousin’s cam when I was already in my nurse uniform (LOL).

My niece who’s now based in Canada came to town to have her and his husband’s (who is based in the US) church wedding.
It is a formal event. Strictly formal that is.
Being traditional and all, they need to tie the knot (again) this time in the church. My niece is not traditional at all, she just wants to make her dream wedding happen. And being one of the few chose guests to witness this momentous day in her life, I felt obliged to show my presence.
I bought this LBD a couple of years ago and I have not worn it since then. I even let our household help wear it to our barangay’s Halloween party thinking that I will not have the opportunity to rock it.
With the recent cut back in my paycheck due to my career change, I need to maximize the resources that are available (in my closet)
She is not traditional nor her husband although her husband’s main concern is telling the guests not to give them any gifts anymore. I admired my nieces, means of saying that monetary gifts are preferred as they cannot bring blender, oven toaster and all to Canada.
The invite reads: To save you looking, shopping or buying, here is an idea we hope you like trying.
Come to our wedding to wish us both well and bring an envelope to throw in our wishing well. Fill it with paper all colors will do.
Now that we have saved you all of that fuss, we hope you will come and celebrate with us
Although the groom does not agree to the idea of still requesting for monetary presents. I find the manner of informing the guests, cordial.
I asked the bride if it is okay to wear black to her wedding and she immediately replied it’s fine. The groom even agreed to the idea.
I already have my LBD, my only consideration for now (read: for now) is how I am gonna rock it. I mean the makeup and the bling.
The entourage will be having Barbie Chan as the makeup artist. And my ever reliable makeup artist is part of the entourage, so I am on my own. Since, I am still learning the tricks of painting my face, I guess I would have to jump on the bandwagon and shell out some serious cash.
In attending a formal wedding, here are some useful tips I have googled and gotten from Fashion.about.com
Do’s and Don’ts for Her

* Don’t wear white because it competes with the bride. There are plenty of other colors available.
* Don’t wear black or sequins during the daytime.
* Don’t worry about wearing the same colors as the bridesmaids or mothers. You can’t possibly coordinate with everyone in the wedding party.
* Do wear something feminine and appropriate, out of respect for your hosts. Clubwear, overtly sexy clothing (strapless, see-through, etc) doesn’t belong at a wedding. If you have to ask if it’s appropriate, it probably isn’t.
* Don’t wear opera-length gloves (to top of arm) with anything but sleeveless or strapless gowns.
* Do take off gloves to eat or drink.
* Do use good judgment if the invitation doesn’t specify the formality of the event. A pastel suit or soft floral dress for daytime or a little black dress for evening (after 6 p.m.) will take you almost anywhere.
I am keeping my finger crossed that my shift would allow me to attend the wedding. I cannot go on leave yet because I am on probation.