Simon Sinek on Millenials

https://www.facebook.com/deltaprotective/videos/10157890106040640/

Angeli, voice of an angel

https://www.smule.com/song/adele-i-cant-make-you-love-me-karaoke-lyrics/403162303_101449/arrangement

Link above is a song posted by one of my best gal pal, Angeli... she's got the voice of an angel and a face that match... Beautiful with a heart... ( sorry guys but she's taken though) I'm not musically gifted that's why I'm just proud of my girl...you're still gonna be my wedding singer whenever I get married next month or when I'm 50! Lol 

  

Childhood- it's realness!

My god daughter  who is 8 years old was with us last night while attending a party for one of our friend celebrating his birthday. We were served with red wine in tall glasses. So being curious she'd like to taste the drink. And her mom, my bestfriend said go ahead. A guest who was on our table said that it's okay in italy they encouraged their kids to drink wine even at a young age but he said in America it's illegal for you to give your kids alcohol if they're young.  But this guest encourage her and said honahead it's made from

Grapes anyway..

So when Yuri my goddaughter took a sip she said, I don't get why you adults like the taste of wine, it taste awful! And I said you'll get used to it when you became an adult it's an acquired taste.. (in my mind I was formulating a joke - but of course I didn't say it to her- it's very much like your Tita- I'm like an acquired taste- you may not like at first but your gonna look for it eventually! Lol!) 

  My god daughter is so adorable though.. she learned how to use Snapchat lately and she uses it like a pro!!! Bless her 

 

Coldplay in my Universe

I've finally listen to Coldplay today from my Spotify. Ever since the past weeks when I was not able to get a ticket for the upcoming concert here in the Philippines next year April 4, 2017, Im sort of feeling unhappy every time I hear their song.And not for lack of trying but I was just late or unlucky.  I tried to book on the first day for the globe employees exclusive but 5 mins it's already sold out I have friends wanting me to reserve for them the gold and platinum tickets but I can't even get GA ticket ( the idea was that we just buy a GA ticket then get upgraded by then because we know people from security since the company is the presentor) ... I waited for another week to text  for the regular sale of the tickets and as usual I did not get the  ticket by reservation . Then on the regular sale I tried to line up in SM ticket outlet but still it's sold out. Long story short it was crazy! 

Days before the official announcement I already have an inkling because I'm following them in Twitter. Curiously, I posted that I added to my bucket list is to go to a Coldplay concert. I was already imagining my self shedding tears as I listen to Chris Martin sing Yellow or Fix you... I can relate to Maine Mendoza crying while watching the concert ( she even went to LA last October to see the guys) well yes I have that fan mentality in me...not really groupie level but I appreciate their music. I don't even know all the band members except for Chris Martin because he's kinda mainstream having married Gwyneth Paltrow and dated Jennifer Lawrence. But Coldplay concerts are quite experiential production wise, with all the beautiful lights that changes with the music, ( pop culture aficionado here). And fans loved him because in spite of his individual fame he would always introduce himself as Chris Martin of Coldplay.. so anyway I called the bestfriend that I didn't get the ticket and she said it's fine. Like I wanna cry and I was hoping a little sympathy but she was like no big deal. Then I remember how much she wanted to watch Chainsmokers concert before and maybe I've  not given her the same support. lol! So maybe that was how she felt as well... I even entertained the thought of actually going to Singapore because they say it's less expensive there ( there was one netizen who computed the cost including airfare )  or Japan. There was this guy I was talking to who's based in Thailand  and I ask him if he wanted to watch the concert and when he said not interested in going because he said there's going to be lots of teenagers watching. So he just lost boyfriend material point.haha!  I called people from the mall selling ticket and a ray of hope came to me when I finally called the head of security asking him if he could maybe let us in by that time and he said as long as we  are the ones handling security details of the concert by then it's no problem.. it's next year anyway...plus there's a lot of other countries in Asia with schedules that month...My bestfriend suggested lately  the one  in Taipei..

Lately, we've been going out of town for our sales blitzes, like we would go to police and army camps, Guimaras islands and I always see beautiful nature scenery. And when I get a glimpse it always made me realize how minute our existence in the vast universe and maybe the creator of that awe inspiring scene. We are somehow insignificant to the universe, I told myself - your worries and problems more so...I'm so ashamed... 

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When it's Globe, it's wonderful

https://youtu.be/nZC4mXaosxM 

This one video has been shared worldwide and has garnered a substantial views... because it's something that tugs the heart...

Globe, my company has created relevant commercials and with the Globe productions it has created wonderful and realatable (some tear jerker) ads and videos...

Proud ka Globe here..

 

When does fun and sexy becomes creepy

So today I'm trying to understand the Psychology behind the dick pics... so I stumble upon this article.

Ive deleted my account in an online dating site for a lot of reasons but mainly because there's just a lot of creepers...

I've experience receiving unsolicited you know -and request for sexy pictures and all that..  and maybe  is just a usual phenomenon...read this link 

https://www.google.com.ph/amp/www.www.refinery29.com/amp/why-men-send-nude-dick-pictures?client=safari

 Anyhow:

  This has been one of my summer pic posted in my Instagram  so I guess this is not so private. So no need to really ask for a naked photo because already have a swimwear skin bared picture...

And this has been my usual photo in case some guy ask for something:

 Pussy   Nude naked 

  How am I in bed  hot . My favorite position- CEO.. you just gotta be creative and have that sense of humor...Because really that's modern day dating   Is all about..

Self made

Tonight I went out not on a date but an office thing but I've never felt self conscious and a little bit harassed not necessarily physically but a little emotionally . So I went out with an older, powerful  friendly customer of our store ( I work for a Telecom) because I'd like to maintain PR and maybe leverage and my thought was that I wasn't going out with him alone. And we consider him our friend.  I will be with my officemate although they are coming a bit later. For the 3rd time I have ride with him and so far he was a gentleman.  And he's got this really nice muscled car. He's lifestyle is kinda aspirational. Until he teased me that he's going to pick me up as long as I give him a kiss. I never mind that because of course I know he was just kidding. And of course I would never give in. 

The night went well until when he introduced me to a friend of his who happened to be the singer of the band that night in the restaurant owned by an officemate. He said this is "my darling". And of course I try to just laugh it off and said something like . Don't say that he might believe you. But deep inside I was squirming. And he's also has haptic that makes me uncomfortable sitting beside him. Plus I Know some people in that restaurant and he also knows a lot of people in our city. 

I mean I'm not a prude or malicious I have friends who are older but they are very respectful. They may have their naughty sides but they know I'm off limits because I'm their friend. But this guy was really hitting on me. I mean it's okay that he's old but he's married and with kids. I don't mind going out with older guys ( some of them are really hot and cultured and loaded) hello George Clooney . Even George Clooney married someone matured and relevant when he used to date models and it girls. 

So I was texting and calling my workmates to come already so I am not so alone with him in that very public restaurant. I kind of feeling self conscious because our place is a small city and I work in a very familiar office. My office mates have  to finish the month end reports so they came really late. 

And finally I wasn't alone with him and his friends  To be fair, he's really giving and treats everyone. He pays for everything and invites us every chance he got. He gives lunch to bunch of people in the office. 

 He even gives us bottles of expensive whiskey and wine and he would usually reserve a bottle for me to take home. I mean money is not an object to him. When most of my officemate are unable to reach their monthly target on sales they would rely to him to buy our expensive digital connectors (but I don't really plan on becoming a sugar baby) 

It's  not ironic when I am wearing a shirt I am selling with the word; self made emblazoned ( labels and text are all the Rage nowadays) because I want to promote independence and self sufficiency... because as the word of Ronda Rousey we are  not DNB ( do nothing bitches s).   

About today

I like today... even if I did lots of household chores. My Mother and I was able to spend time together. We went to have facials together and had dinner at this new resto in our city. The thought running through my head while listening to the throwback music was that these bring so much feels like it brings back teenage memories. The times when you go thru heartaches like you felt you've never survived it but you did... and now, you say to yourself - if I knew then what I knew now...lol   muelle restaurant and deli 

This is where we had dinner.. pretty special because Mother recently celebrated her birthday and I was planning for us to go out and have dinner but she opened to have a mini celebration at home for our friends and relatives..

   

On a tangent I also scored some shopping and got this Prada brogues at a price that won't let you cry...

  I am like every girl who has a full shopping cart at net a porter but never buys them.. like on line shopping and wishing them to be yours is actually a therapy..( but this one is a real deal; pre loved yet still lovable) were having a 90s theme for the office Xmas party and this creeper is a 90s staple! Where is that slip dress! 

Temp

The past 2 days  which was my day off became chore days - I have to clean the house and prepare my uniform which normally done by my helper. I guess this has been the advantage of living with your folks because they have a household help. So I remember doing stuff like these when I was living on my own. I know that I am independent and knows my way in being domesticated. But sometimes it's nice to relax after a day's work and not have to think about chores and errands.  So this happened because - last week I was knocking at our door and my dog, Dolce was he's usual self bubbly and was looking at the window anticipating my opening of the door. But that night it was locked so I called on our helpers name. after several tries I just waited thingking she must already fallen asleep although I know it was not too late . We live in a compound with our relatives so my aunt in the other door heard my knocking and calling on the name of Anne our school girl. So she opened her door and told me Anne left today. I was in disbelief and first reaction was of course denial. I wanted to believe that maybe she just went home for the weekend to her parents home. But deep inside I know she's not coming back. Her relationship with my parents has been a little strained lately with my Father especially. He was kind of demanding and a perfectionist and she was a teenager, she's 19. 

It's always bittersweet every time a helper leaves (house help) like all the others this one leaves me upset more than the last one. For one, she is still very young, and in school and I was at least rooting for her to finish senior high school. I guess people are always temporary in our lives and they somehow leaves a mark whether it's a significant one or otherwise.  I've treated her not as a maid but like a part of our family, bringing her to family dinners, out of town trips. She was even enrolled to a private school as an athlete. She was more of a school  girl than a maid, she goes to school everyday and wash my clothes during the weekend. My feeling bad is more for her that she did not appreciate the fact that she's in school and did not value that. And I was wishing that whatever her plans may she still think of ways to improve her life and that of her family. Also it's hard to look for a helper nowadays most of them wanted to go to Manila or even abroad. We can't blame them. So Anne I learned later was indeed going to Manila. Somebody sent her a ticket for the Roro and maybe promised her a job. I texted her telling her that her mother called to ask where she is but she has not responded yet. I just really hope she's okay and that whoever is helping her treats her well. And that while she's away she learns. Kids nowadays are truly more daring and adventurous. I had my first travel alone to Manila when I was in first year college to have my summer class in UP Diliman. 

 I was already learning independence as I was staying in a dorm but those Manila days where one of my best teenage memories. I learned how to ride the bus and the trains, I even visited my friends and relatives even that time we have to communicate thru landline only and no SMS.  

So my wish for Anne is that she learns from her experiences and that she won't give up on her ambitions and goals if any..she maybe driven by her bad decisions but hopefully she'll still succeed. I could only imagine her mothers fears and worry but maybe she knows she's a stubborn and free willed girl. And that's not necessarily a bad thing.  

 

That's Dolce our dog and playtime with my nieces, A & A...

Make up is life

It's always a choice what we do and how we accentuate our face. There's this trend of no make up like some celebrities like Alicia Keys. In the workplace we are encourage to put in make up to look professional. Since college we were encourage to put on a decent amount of make up. 

Woke  up one day just wanting to experiment on make up. So I tried putting on my contact lenses like most of the beauty stylist would usually put on their models. For this look I wanted to create the just woke up like this look - light, almost no make up but of course eyebrows on fleek. I have always practiced on putting eyebrows but I am never still an expert! #morepractice

  This ones just edited by my gay friend who is my kilay bestfriend (eyebrows expert)

Here I tried the blue lipstick for that fantasy look or the high fashion look some editors would put in the pages of some magazines or some shows... excuse the smudge as I wasn't able to fix it thoroughly due to time constraints...hashtag day job!  Plus I have to hurry to get my selfie and try another look and the Philippines temperature doesn't help!🔥 Notice my perspiration down my neck! (for the blue lipstick Mac has them)  

 

A littleblushhere and there... and gloss but not over glossy lips... there's a trend for the whole Matte look with the advent of Kylie's, Kissproof and other lipies which is everything proof...Girls at my work are actually obsessed with the matte lipstick and it's all cool but sometimes it causes our lips to break from too much dryness... (and loving my little longer eyelash here)  I guess our obsession with the kardashians stems from the fact that they always have perfect long lashes.. (aside from the being famous for being famous) lol #nohate 

 

Before I head out I have to choose what to share in the Instagaram account ... see all the other photos that didn't make the cut lol!  On a good day even at work you would see me in my cat eyes, my signature look if I may say...Here visible... my friend who's a guy would call this my cleopatra look...

 

My usual make up look in the office would be: 

 

(just last week my boss called me out that I spent way too much time putting on make up, she just didn't realize that while putting on make up I'm also doing other things such as doing sales call by phone etc) trust me I am a multitasker extraordinaire - I can do make up along with other things.  So they say it's a jungle out there we just have to arm ourselves with weapons- mine would be my red Lippy! Sweet!

 

Red tape everywhere

I love my country don't get me wrong. But the system and the politics and corruption in government to say the least is something most Filipinos are not proud about.  Last week my mother was hospitalized due to an operation. We brought her  to a government funded hospital. They required us to get all these documents from the our towns DSWD in order for her to get accesss to the discounted hospitalization bills etc. It was fine until I found out that we still have to bring these documents to politicians such as the governor and the Congressman so they will be the one endorsing fund tontbe hosital. What peeved me the most is that we need to comply this and it was the weekend and no government office on Saturday's and Sundays. So my mom has to check out on a Monday...I don't understand why they have to let a politician endorse a budget for health which is just basic privilege of the people availing government services. Anyways, this rant is just my remnant frustration from that glitch but all is good now. Actually grateful for all the blessings - that my Mother is safe and better, thankful to my brother who gave his utmost financial support and all our relatives who offered their concerns and prayers.To my cousins wife who was with Mother all through her days in the hospital ..Truly you will know the people who will be there for you in times of needs. As to the governments faulty bureaucracy - maybe will just learn to deal with it... Will just do our own thing to help in whatever way we can to make this country better...I have a scholar - she's still in senior year...hopefully she'll graduate and improved her life and her family's...maybe that's my own little share for nation building.

Afternoon spent in the hospital the white wall provided a backdrop for my selfie ...

Hair goals

I wanted Gigi Hadid's hair color (most girls do, because it girl) but of course for civilians like us there are a lot of things that needs consideration such as skin color, eye color or ethnicity, cultural appropriation and the list goes. So there I was passing a mannequin and then an idea hit me. So what if I just buy a wig with ash brown color and try to see if it fits me before actually commiting to the peroxide.. if my hair could actually talk like I would always joke, she would probably say, I'm so abused!  

3 out of 15 islands and my favorite place is number 1

https://www.facebook.com/CondeNastTraveler/videos/10154705704203982/

Iloilo (repost) proud Ilonga here

https://www.facebook.com/TheBestOfIloilo/videos/960751100737254/

Fascinating Pandan

It's a therapeutic cold spring according to the locals : I can see why - natural, fresh air and water and plenty of Fresh food products mainly sea foods 

Bugang River - (Google the cleanest )

http://www.choosephilippines.com/go/trails-and-caves/1648/bugang-river/ please see this blog as well - you can do the river rafting in this River 

Antique is now being discovered to be a next tourist destination with its mountains and beaches, unexplored islands an lots of untapped natural resources. Last week we had the chance to visit the Municipality of Pandan, Antique the last town adjoining  to the last town of Aklan which is Caticlan that connects to Boracay Island. We were hosted by our good friend, the mayor of Pandan into his Balinese style house beside the beautiful, Cleanest Bugang River.

I came from Iloilo and met up with Jam in Kalibo who came from a flight in Manila. We were driven from Kalibo to Pandan which is about 45 min to an hour by private vehicle.

This is what greeted us, the pool overlooking the mountain in Mayor Jonathan's place. Although this is in the left side of the house which is not a good placement as per our Fellow guest, Mastr Fengshui Aldrick who's is to do Fengshui in the home, beach house of the good Mayor. But for me the sight, made up for it..

I  could understand why he placed the pool in this area..

Bugang River beside his lovely home!  We are to do BBQ in this place 

The obligatory selfie

The visit to the beaches so master Aldrick can do the Fengshui to the beach houses which are planned to be renovated and soon published in AirBnB to boost tourism and encourage more travels in the place 

Prepping for after hours

Taking a dip

With this water so clean and calm its picture perfect

Master Aldrick, busy at work and Jam on a pensive mood - good, good, bad bad! "Oro, plata, mata, - applicable to house and stairs Fengshui as well as to other things in General 

By the pool: To chill the night: wine and swim time

Of course sea food for dinner

Lots of stories and chizmis and of not to miss out tips on luck and Chinese signs 

My pi Yao from the Master

With our host in his living room

Next day, we are to go on adventure at the Malumpati Cold spring

Meanwhile, its so cool to wake up and see this view outside your door

Native Choco from Iloilo courteousy of Ms Jam Baronda 

The cogoon roof is a unique identifier of the Mayors place 

No chill for the girls 

Food is a natural bonding for us 

Finally Malumpati! 

Outfit check

We have to trek for 30-45 min to reach the lagoon which is more than 70 meters deep. Some foreign divers tried but were unable to reach the bottom because of the current down below

This is what greeted us - Blue lagoon

Swimming is actually not allowed to the public in this area to preserve its pristine condition - but since we are privy and we couldn't resist the water we were excempted 😁

We were ask to wear a vest because we're going "tubing" back to the resort riding a rubber tube on the waves of the river...

Fresh coconut juice after the dip

The cool Mayor Jonathan gamely join us in the tubing (choobing) 

Looking like ninja turtles 

Splash! We could not go home without trying the jump as well

Then we get to visit beach resorts in the area - Phaidon Beach

Le Palme

There's an antique shop in this resort - with pretty tea cups and other items 

After all the tours we got back so tired and yet feeling so fulfilled. We were supposed to take a river raft back in Bugang River but the slow current wouldn't allow

We have to take an afternoon nap and really feel like it's a vaycay 

Madam Juliene, a penny for your thoughts...

Even with the slow connection we could not disconnect... Paging Globe Telecom!

Night view from up here

And the morning after babye Na!

I wish we could just ride this speed boat back to Iloilo... It's going to be a 4-5 hours drive back by land

The dried fish should not be missed #brakfastforchamps

The Fengshui lesson and all the other life's lesson we learned from Master Aldrick was truly worth the trip...

The ride back to the City of Love! - our City- Iloilo...

3 people in a photo is not necessarily bad as long as the one in the middle has the imposing power  the tallest, the oldest or the prettiest? Joke... ( Fengshui for ya!)