Pinoy Cyber Sale at Ensogo Philippines

Gear up for the biggest online shopping sale! Pinoy Cyber Sale will start tomorrow!

It's great that we already have this local Cyber Sale version in our country. This event coincides with the popular retail shopping days in the United States - the Black Friday and Cyber Monday.

#PinoyCyberSale

This is a weeklong sale. So from November 27 to 30, we can visit over 20 e-commerce retailers like Ensogo Philippines, and do our Christmas shopping.

Ensogo Philippines offers wide selection of groceries, fashion, beauty and electronic items on sale. They've got something for everyone on your Christmas list, including for yourself. With those markdown prices and unique deals, they really make shopping online worth it.

Check this out -

beauty

fashion

groceries

electronics

I'm giving my support to this biggest Filipino online shopfest from Black Friday to Cyber Monday.

I love online shopping since it's more convenient and enjoyable. There's no need to battle the crowd of overly eager mall shoppers and fall in line at the cashier. There's really no stress at all.

So, let's all enjoy our cyber holiday shopping weekend! This is a sale we don't have to miss.

10 StartUp Innovators to "Pitch In" at Asia E- Commerce Expo 2015

Want to learn from and network with leaders from the biggest brands in Asia Pacific region? Know about the most awaited Asia E-Commerce Expo 2015!

‪#‎AECoE

Asia E- Commerce Expo 2015 is happening on November 25, 2015 at SMX Convention Center, Taguig from 8AM to 6PM. More than 20 speakers, 30 exhibitors who will showcase their products and services and over 300 attendees are expected to join the event.

This event aims to empower the start up innovators and traditional organizations to adapt E-Commerce & to learn from the following sessions and discussions about EPrivacy, Elogistics, EPayments, Market Analysis, Digital Marketing, CRM, Strategy, E- Commerce and Going Global.

10 Start Up Innovators who have submitted their profiles to AECoE will be chosen. These Start Up Innovators will be given 5 minutes to present their company profile, products and services for everyone to see. 

#AECoE is not just about learning, empowerment and inspiration but a potential future collaboration thru networking.

Event Speakers:
• Constantin Robertz- Managing Director, Zalora
• Lars Jeppesen- CEO, Tech One Global
• Jacqueline Van Den Ende- Managing Director, Lamudi
• Kristian Melquiades- General Manager, Viber
• Janette Toral- Founder, Digital Club Filipino
• Subir Lohani- Managing Director, Carmudi
• Chinkee Tan- Book Author and Radio Host
• Robert Yupangco- CEO, Yupangco Group of Companies
• Frederic Levy- Founder & CEO, CashCashPinoy
• Camille Montejo- CEO, Tree Top Adventure Inc.
• Bjorn Pardo- CEO, Xend Business Solutions
• Quentin Boucher- Managing Director, Ensogo
• Amor Maclang- Director for Communications, Geiser Maclang Marketing Communications Inc.
• Mannix Pabalan- CEO, Hashtag Digital

Free Admission: Sun Life Wealth and Health Expo

Do you want to enjoy a life that’s free from financial worries? Well, isn't that what we all want.

I'm inviting you to join Sun Life Philippines' Wealth and Health Expo on June 20 at the SMX Convention Center in the Mall of Asia Complex. This event is in partnership with Manila Workshops and is FREE for everyone!

Known personalities such actor-triathlete Matteo Guidicelli, lifestyle blogger Anton Diaz, runner Jaymie Pizzaro, TV anchor Edric Mendoza, and financial experts Randell Tiongson and Rose Fausto, will be sharing their tips and guiding attendees on achieving health and wealth balance. The event will be hosted by RJ Ledesma.

#FIT2LiveFree Expo

Since June is Financial Independence month, Sun Life Philippines focuses on nurturing health and growing wealth.

Here's what you can expect from the event:

+ For Millennials (1 pm)

• Learn how to find your purpose while balancing your many passion pursuits
• Get tips on how to start on an active and healthy lifestyle while young
• Learn the benefits of starting young on a financial roadmap to the future by putting a price tag and deadline to your dreams

+ For Young Couples (9 am)

• Learn how to balance your roles and goals for the family while pursuing your own individuality
• Learn how you and your family can keep healthy and stay healthy amidst the hustle and bustle of daily life
• Create a shared vision and get the entire family on-board to commit to those goals

Also, Ms. Rikka Redrico from Mommy Bloggers Philippines will be there to guide participants on how to create a Vision Board. When you create and share your vision board, you'll even get a chance to win a special prize from Sun Life! Isn't that exciting?

Admission is FREE. Register now at brighterlife.com.ph

Sun Life Wealth & Health Expo
June 20 SMX MOA

Sangobion Go Love Life! Shopping Event

I'm a Sangobion mom brand believer. With Sangobion, I can go ahead and love life!

Photo from Sangobion FB page

Sangobion has been taking care of my iron needs for years. I joined their #SangobionGoLoveLife 15-day challenge, and luckily I was part of the 40 winners. Yey!

My winning entry:

As a Sangobion woman, I promise to be a Woman of Value. I will embrace my Purpose, empower my Strength, keep a winning attitude and Nurture myself the best way I could. I will continuously fill my life with Love, Health and Happiness so my beautiful heart and grateful soul will shine through. I promise to appreciate my needs and take Sangobion everyday so I can go ahead and love life!

Sangobion Go Love Life! is a campaign that empowers women to take care of themselves inside and out. It reminds us that we should take care of ourselves in order for us to take care of others. So True! (... but most of the time this is something that I keep on neglecting.)

#GoLoveLife Shopping Event

Wow! It had been a fab and enjoyable afternoon! #GoLoveLife winners were treated to an afternoon of yummy food at Shine Bakery & Cafe and a Php 4,000 shopping spree. Love the sweet and savory dishes, plus the dainty interior of the cafe.

I love to shop, especially for my kids. Well, this time around, I have to shop for myself. :)

outfit #1

outfit #2

checking my shoe size (Photo from Sangobion FB page)

Thanks to Sugar for helping me pick the best outfit, and to SM staffs for assisting me and helping me pick my shoes.

My complete outfit - top and skirt from GTW :) and shoes from Parisian. Love it! I spent 1,700 for my outfit and kept the rest for my family.

love it!

We all got to showcase our new outfit after. See, Sangobion really helped women to empower and love themselves.

Another best thing is meeting online friends face to face and making new friends as well.

thanks to sis Josephine for this photo with Sugar :)

Ms. Debbie of Merck Consumer Healthcare and Mr. Jio of Sangobion also shared how we can be at our best despite our busy life and responsibilities. I really appreciate those important reminders.

lovely Ms. Ginger hosting the event

Thanks Sangobion for this campaign and for making me love my life even more!

Photo from Sangobion FB page

About Sangobion

Sangobion is an organic iron that helps fight the different signs of iron deficiency. Ferrous gloconate, its main component, is the most easily absorbed of all ferrous salts. Sangobion is also less irritating to the gastrointestinal system. Plus, it contains Folic Acid, Vitamin-B complex, Vitamin C and minerals.

Check out http://www.sangobion.ph to know more about it.
Follow Sangobion Go Love Life on Facebook

October 18, 2014
Shine Bakery & Cafe
3rd Floor SM Aura Premier, Taguig City

The New Glorietta Vibe: World's Biggest Fashion Show

Move to the Vibe at Glorietta this coming Thursday, November 29, 2012 at 6 pm and see fashion history unfolds.

Watch as the country attempt to break the Guinness World Record for the most number of people modelling on the runway. Around 2,500 of the Philippines' most beautiful, including the country’s top models, celebrities and personalities will be gracing the catwalk.


Well, guess what... I'm part of the list! And I got this AVA approved mark on my photo.

It was days ago when I got notifications from organizers that I'll be modelling for MEG Clothing.  This is something that I never dream of doing. But it is an honor to be included in the list. After that, I was informed that all MEG models would be joining the Vibe Segment.

Well, who wouldn't want to be part of the biggest fashion event in history?

As the event becomes nearer, I've seen more and more people wanting to be part of this fashion show. So, will you get to see me walking on the runway too?

Anyway, you can also catch this event via livestream at www.newgloriettavibe.ava.ph.

Palm Drive, Glorietta.
November 29, 2012 | 6 pm onwards

Belle de Jour Power Planner Fair 2012

The BDJ Fair is less than 2 weeks away! See you at the SM MOA Music Hall on October 14, from 10am to 10pm!

 Aside from their interesting line-up of guest speakers and fun activities, I’m super excited to check out the latest editions of the BDJ Power Planner, Navi: Your Lifestyle Navigator, and their newest babies – the everything is possible planner and newest edition of the BDJ FMN notebooks! The best part is: They will all be available at the fair for 20% off! :D

Belle de Jour Power Planner

The Belle de Jour (BDJ) Power Planner is especially made for the Pinay fashionista achiever. The term Belle de Jour (bel duh zhoor') is French fashion lingo for "It" girl, and we have redefined it to mean the modern day renaissance woman who dares to achieve her goals, lives her dream life, makes a difference in her community, all while doing everything in great style.

All pages reflect the uniqueness of the BDJ Girl. The BDJ Power Planner includes time-management principles to help BDJ Girls manage their life better, articles and affirmatioc ns to inspire them to live life to the fullest and over Php20,000 worth of coupons - to remind them of work-life balance.

NAVI: Your Life Navigator

Who wouldn't want to see the world? Inspired by the traveler who embraces uncertainty, NAVI: Your Life Navigator, reminds us about the importance of going places and belonging in those places. On their fourth year, NAVI 2013 encourages us to ask the important questions and to be patient with getting answers, while still keeping our life goals in check. With its low-key travel-themed design, inspiring travel articles, and plenty of space for notes every week, NAVI 2013 is the must-have planner for men and women who want to keep moving forward in life.

EVERYTHING IS POSSIBLE

Imagine what you would do every day if you tell yourself that everything is possible? everything is possible is about simplifying life by creating concrete goals and breaking them down into achievable steps. Pick from our inspiring quotes to use as your mantra, and maximize our much-loved time management-based layout to help you be mindful of anything, big or small, as a real possibility. With its minimalist clean design, everything is possible is the planner for anyone itching for a fresh start.


FORGET-ME NOT

Our BDJ Forget-Me-Not line is the ultimate companion to the BDJ Planner. Purchase one or all of these handy pads separately, for the endless things you need to write down.

CREATE/INSPIRE
Take a moment to write things down and never let a brilliant idea go to waste. CREATE/INSPIRE is your perfect idea pad.

DARE/ACHIEVE
Start with a clear agenda, organize your thoughts and assign tasks easily with DARE/ACHIEVE, your go-to pad for meetings.

SAVE/DO
Keep your cash in control and be on top of your tasks with SAVE/DO, your dual-purpose pad for tracking cash and to-dos.

Check out the newest releases of the Belle de Jour team at the 2012 BDJ Fair: Limitless! at the SM MOA Music Hall on October 14 with their discounted Fair Prices! Are you Bellas excited? I sure am! :)

Know more about the different BDJ Fair activities and sign up details here: http://on.fb.me/SNFueP

Like them on Facebook: facebook.com/BelledeJourPlanner
Follow them on Twitter: @BDJBuzz
Visit their website: www.belledejourpowerplanner.com

Wedding Plans

Weeks back, someone asked me for help in their wedding vows. It initially got me excited. Being a romantic-at-heart, writing love letters and poems is something that I used to enjoy. Yet, I never found myself writing a wedding vow for someone. Things got easier when I learned about the brief details about their love story.

I started writing and finished the personalized wedding vow in just a few hours. I can't believe that I've written more than 500-words just for it. It proves one thing - my mind and my heart is still overflowing with sweetness. When I handed the document over, I received a reply that the wedding vow I've written is really heart-warming, sweet and full of love. I still felt great knowing that my work would be part of their special day. I know that their wedding would be perfect.

Everyone wants to have a perfect wedding. If you're planning to get married soon, make sure you prepare a wedding checklist. It includes all the details that you need in your wedding - from the ceremony, the reception, the suppliers and even their guests.

You should also consider including wedding reply cards in your invitation. In this way, guests can send a quick reply aside from the usual RSVP number. Choose a creative theme that fits your wedding theme. These reply cards make you organized your guest list and it serves as a good keepsake as well. Moreover, you should not forget appreciating your wedding guests, people who send you well-wishes and everyone who witnessed your wedding ceremony.

Planning for a wedding is really exciting yet daunting. Making use of a wedding checklist is one key that would help your big day very happy and special. It keeps everything organized and prevents you from forgetting anything. 

Remember 2011 | Achievements and Celebrations

"People who live the most fulfilling lives are the ones who are always rejoicing at what they have." - Richard Carlson, PhD


I always choose to live life in gratitude. These are moments that makes me more prouder and happier.

[Achievements and Recognitions]

Third Honors



My kids' first year at SGIS had been fruitful. They both received the 3rd Honors award during the school recognition last March. They ranked 3rd (overall) in their levels respectively. In addition, my daughter received an award for Best in Conduct.

Proud that my sister got the 3rd Honors award as well.

Today, my daughter ranked 1st in class and my son is receiving high letter grades as well.


Blog Awards Finalist

A Woman Remembers had been a blog finalist for the Home and Parenting Category – National Level in the recently concluded Philippine Blog Awards. Being recognized and being included in the list is such an honor I never expected.


[Parties and Celebrations]

It had been a year filled with wonderful celebrations. From celebrating birthdays and attending birthday parties to welcoming new babies to the Christian world! In between, there are simple and "just-because" family celebrations that I would always be thankful for.

Daughter's 7th Birthday

a ballerina-themed party

Son's 5th Birthday

party at school

celebration at home

Cousin's 18th Birthday

fav-cousin's debut

with the 18 candles

Nephew's Christening

with the godparents

my "inaanak" with the proud parents

hubby's niece with my MIL

These are family events and celebrations and I thank God for love and blessings He had given all of us!

Smart Parenting Meet and Greet: Enlightening and Inspiring

The Smart Parenting Meet and Greet had been an enlightening afternoon filled with inspiring talk and interesting discussions.

Being a former Summit Media employee, it felt good to be invited as one of the lucky magazine reader, together with my sister and my nephew. There I've met mommy and online friends, bloggers, and of course, the people behind Smart Parenting magazine and SmartParenting.com.ph.

"Words are more powerful than fact."
"Choose your words... direct your kids' life"
"... words that daily empower them to direct their life, their decisions"

All these interesting words came from the informative talk by Aileen Santos. Her talk on raising successful and happier kids thru the power of words is indeed very insightful. She shared the value of words, the labels that parents put on their kids, and its effect on their lives.

She used as an example the water-crystal experiment (crystalline formations made on both clean and dirty water ) conducted by Japanese scientist Masaru Emoto. It illustrated what words words can do to human beings.

The talk was followed by discussions with Smart Parenting staff where we, readers, share insights and suggestions as to what we'd like to see and improve about Smart Parenting.

There had been a raffle as well. My sister won baby products and I'm happy for getting a this cute prize - a mini water dispenser from Sangobion.

Thank you Smart Parenting and sponsors for these goodies.

goodies and raffle prize

I know lots of moms are already looking forward to next year's Smart Parenting Meet and Greet event!

This event was held last November 29, at the Eastwood Richmonde Hotel. Major sponsors include Eastwood Richmonde Hotel and Sangobion.

photo with Smart Parenting staff

our table: mommy friends, SP mommy readers, bloggers

with my nephew and my sister

Remember and Share:

"Stop letting your worst memories be the moments that define who you are"

Manila International Book Fair 2011

The biggest and longest-running book fair is just a few days away! This coming September 14 - 18, SMX will become a haven for book lovers!

I had my first MIBF experience years back when I was still working in a magazine publishing company. I'm really thrilled by the thousands of books and educational materials to choose from.

Now on its 32nd year, MIBF has been a one-stop shop where local and foreign publishers, authors, book sellers, and readers converge to celebrate reading and the power of books.

This year, OMF Literature, the country’s leading Christian publisher, wants to share with you what they read for inspiration, instruction and insight.

Click HERE if you want FREE Entrance Ticket to MIBF and a Freebie from OMF Lit!

Just visit OMF Lit booth at Aisle D!

- Get 20% off on ALL OMF Lit local, republished and imported titles
- Visitors with the I Read Postcard can avail of selected titles at 30% off. You can get this from all OMF LIt Bookshops in Metro Manila or from their website.

Plus, get to enjoy the launch of new titles, exciting events, activities and more! Check OMF Lit event schedule here.

Don’t miss the chance to be part of this big event! Enjoy amazing deals and discounts. It's also your chance to shop books for Christmas gifts!

Some co-located event at the MIBF are:

- The 3rd Philippine English Language Conference (Sept. 15-17)
- My Wellness Program (Sept. 16-17, Function Rooms 1&2), a two-day health and wellness fair
- Super Kids 2011 (Sept. 16-17, Function Room 3), an early childhood education conference
- The Best of Anime 2011 (Sept. 17 & 18, Function Room 4 & 5)
- 2011 Music Festival Manila (Sept. 18, Function Rooms 1, 2 & 3)

Visit the Manila International Book Fair’s official website to know more about the list of exhibitors and full schedule.

Event Date: September 14 - 18, 2011 from 10 A.M. – 8 P.M.
Venue: Exhibit Halls 1 – 4, SMX Convention Center, Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City

"Books are the quietest and most constant of friends; they are the most accessible and wisest of counselors, and the most patient of teachers." ~Charles W. Eliot

Happy Mother's Day

"Mothers hold their children's hands for a short while, but their hearts forever." ~Author Unknown

Let us honor and celebrate the woman who has brought us up with love, made us happy, gave us strength and the million other things. Hope that the shine will continuously shine brightly for all of us.

Happy Mother's Day to all Mother's, Grandmothers and Great Grandmothers out there!

International Women's Day 100th Anniversary

March 8, 2011 marks the 100th anniversary of International Women’s Day. It's an event that honour and celebrate the achievements of women all around the world.

This year, United Nations’ theme is “Equal access to education, training and science and technology: Pathway to decent work for women.” Thousands of events worldwide are held to inspire women. It recognizes women for their achievements irregardless of their cultural, ethnic, economic and political views.

This is our time!

There's also a large gathering happening. It's a fabulous LIVE celebration in 10 cities across America and will be simultaneously live-streamed to women in 176 counties!

Amazing women celebrities, athletes, political leaders, and experts will speak about women’s issues today and how we can “Enlighten Women’s Minds and Empower Women’s Hearts … for a Better World.”

It's a day where women will “Celebrate, Commit, and Connect.”

Visit Women’s Information Network to participate and learn more about this celebration. 

I'm proud to be a woman! Happy Women’s Day!

Candlelight Dinner, Anyone?

It's Valentine's Day!

Many people celebrate this day by spending on flowers, chocolates, or having a dinner date. It's the typical way of showing their love ones just how special their Valentine is.

It is during this occasion wherein most dining restaurants are packed with couples celebrating this special day. But to those of you who haven't made reservations at any restaurant, you can make a romantic dinner at home with your special someone, family or friends, without spending a lot of money.

Preparing a candle lit dinner for your family is one of the most romantic thing to do. You can enjoy a romantic evening even without going out. You can get dressed and enjoy the ambiance of a chic restaurant. You can set the mood by playing soft music in the background. A candlelight can create the perfect setting for a romantic and warm family dinner.

It is always better to be comfortable having candlelight dinner wіtһ уουr Ɩονеԁ one using rechargeable candles. You won't worry of candles burning out halfway through уουr dinner. You can also be assured that your will be safe if you forget to blow your candles out after dinner.

These LED candles are flameless and can be used even if there are children or furnishings around. It won't get hot even if it is left burning for hours. It's flickering light, just like flame, makes it look realistic as possible. You can even use candle all year round!

Keep the love burning!

Express Your Love This Valentine's Day

Valentine’s Day is a special day of love and is very significant especially for couples and lovers. It's a day where lovers propose to their loved ones and everyone express their love towards anyone like their parents, brother, sister, grandparents, relatives, and friends.

This is an occasion when most people search for valentine gifts, greeting cards and Valentine’s Day messages to give to their beloved. The day is usually the most awaited day for couples wanting to show their affection for one another. Buying and receiving classic gifts - from chocolates and roses - can really melt anyone's heart.

Have you thought of writing a love letter to your special Valentine?

In this fast changing world of emails and text messaging, handwritten love letters are becoming rare. I remember how I used to write love letters, composing love poems, and reading love notes during my teen years. As the famous saying goes, "the pen is mightier than the sword."

Using a lovely pen can give you an exquisite writing experience. The sophisticated and stylish appeal of the waterman carene pen is like holding an eternal beauty in your hands. This pen can also make a great gift for the special people in your life.

Let love letters bring more passion and romance into your lives. This Valentine's day, take time to write a love letter to your Valentine.

Chinese New Year 2011

Kung Hei Fat Choi!

I'm sending everyone good good vibes and prosperity in this Year of the Rabbit! Hoping that this Year of the Rabbit would be a more welcomed and peaceful year. 

Chinese New Year is an important festival celebrated by the Chinese community. Here in the Philippines, most people would use the popular greeting "Kung Hei Fat Choi!" It's a Cantonese greeting that means "Congratulations and wishing you prosperity!"

If you want to greet someone “Happy New Year” in Mandarin, you can say “Xin Nian Kuai Le!”

Aside from the Dragon and Lion dances, the Chinese also give away red envelopes as a symbol of luck and wealth. They wear red clothes to bring fortune and new clothes to bring enough things throughout the year. Firecrackers are lit to ward of bad spirits. And of course,one of the most principal dishes cooked during this time is the ‘Tikoy,’ a food that symbolizes unity.

Oh, I just saw this morning that we already have 6 boxes of Tikoy (sticky rice cake) at home. Can't wait to eat some.

Kiong Hee Huat Tsai!

Mother's Day Gift From Nestle Nido Fortified

A bouquet of flowers and goodies from Nestle were delivered right in our doorstep this Mother's Day. I was surprised and I never expected that I would still get to receive these from Nestle when we've already enjoyed our prizes last year. This had been Nestle Nido Fortified's special gift for last year's winners of the "You're My Number 1" video contest.

Thank you Nido Fortified for making my mother's day a special one.
And to all moms and moms-to-be, let me still greet you a Happy Mother's Day!  
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See the official video HERE. This is just one of the screencap from last year's official Nido Fortified MTV:

Precious Moving Up Programs

graduating from Kinder 2

moving up from Nursery

March 18 and 19 were precious days for my kids as we a share with them another significant day in their preschool life - their moving up and graduation programs.

It was a short and simple ceremony - no lengthy hours sitting and listening to speeches - but still meaningful and memorable.

It was more of the preschoolers presentation. They deliver their lines, danced and sang... not perfectly, but heartwarming nevertheless. The teachers, the preschoolers and their parents are all beaming with joy and pride.

Their moving up day is more than awards and recognition, it's more of valuing the kids' experiences for a year and bringing it to a close. It's more about achievement, rather, it marks the start of another chapter in their lives.

the presentation

I am grateful for the teachers for nurturing my kids well, for the safe joyride from school to our home everyday, for the friendship. It was indeed a great decision that we've chosen Precious Partners. I know my kids will always remember their precious years in preschool. They have touched our lives in grand ways.

with the teachers and school owner

We've celebrated it with just how the kids want it to be - lunch at Jollibee for my son and Shakey's lunch for my daughter.

Jollibee and Shakey's lunch

We have moved on, literally. If not because of this move, my son would have stayed for two more years at Precious Partners.

This coming school year, my son would be in Kinder 1 and my daughter would be in Grade 1. They would soon be in a different school with new classmates, teachers, and environment. Now, It's time to gear up for another change.