Vanity as a woman....

For the past few weeks, I was not in the mood to write. In fact, my blog serves as my online photo album since I've attended two consecutive wedding events. My focus has been on my look - my vanity as a woman. Imagine, the last formal occasion I attended was the wedding of my friend "Jenny," way back year 2000.

Dressing up in special occasion is rare to me, so why not take the chance! Then I usually ask my cousin "Dith" to play the role of an amateur photographer.

Isn't it amazing that I could preserve my pictures through my blog? At least, I have an outlet for my superficial inclinations. I know many women could relate with me, and there are some guys, too!!!

Never a bride, 1st time Ninang...

It's my very first appearance as principal sponsor in a wedding. I can't say "No" to my cousin - it's his eldest daughter who got married last Saturday. Last month, I felt old to be a bridesmaid and now, I feel young to be a ninang...Anyway, I just have to enjoy every event so my souvenir photos are my consolation. It seems my blog serves as my online photo album....isn't it cool?

idol ko si KRIS.....

I can't imagine being a bridesmaid at this age...Since it's my friend's wedding, I can't say no!

I feel like I'm Kris Aquino in a red gown...I'm quite tactless and "maarte" just like my idol....but with a big heart!!!

"these are my properties...."

There's one person I always remember saying, "these are my properties." It's my bestfriend "Jing" who uttered this phrase in jest many years ago....(there's a story behind it...secret!!!)

Well, it's my turn to deceive others who don't know me by this photo....My dialogue, "these are not my properties."

Read, read, read.....

I love to read but I’m a selective reader. I’m not the imaginative type so I seldom read novel or fiction. I tend to read lifestyle and showbiz magazine, self-help and inspirational books. I’m fascinated with the timeless message of a Hallmark card. I have great interest in people – how they’ve successfully and meaningfully lived their lives.

I prefer reading materials that are simply written and direct to the point. I always keep in mind that the purpose of a writer is to express and to get the message across. Otherwise, I won't give myself a hard time reading a complex book.

Let me introduce one of my favorite authors, Zig Ziglar, a celebrated motivator. I highly recommend his book entitled, “You Can Reach the Top.” It’s something you’d read over and over again. You may visit his website at www.zigziglar.com.

Enjoy reading!!!

My Collection

Over the years, I’ve collected different kinds of bags. I find enjoyment whenever I can get one that I really like. I have varying taste when it comes to style, size and color. Of course, I knew my limits when it comes to price.

I’m lucky enough that I can own bags whose price is beyond what I can normally afford. These cool bags are gifts from friends and close relatives abroad. And I just say in jest, “Thank you to the TFC (The Filipino Channel) Subscribers.”

Impulsive Spender?

Yes, I’m an impulsive spender. When I want something, I go out and get it. I’m the type who believes that I have to enjoy my hard-earned cash, but I’m also happy to share what I have to others. When I feel sad or depressed, I have tendency to spend lavishly even on trivial things. When I’m mending a broken heart, shopping lifts my spirit. It may be a temporary joy that I derive from material stuff but it keeps me going. Anyway, I’m a bonafide single – my usual alibi.

But this is to remind all guilty women out there, “it’s okay to shop but please spend below or within your means.”

My Baby Picture

It’s me! Five years ago, I showed this photo to my colleagues and I heard one of them saying,

“How I wish you didn’t grow up.” It’s insulting but it’s true. If I was just born today, you might see me in one of those TV commercials, featuring a baby in diaper. For sure, I’d be a perfect model.

I thanked my parents for bringing me to “Dennis Studio,” the only well-known studio in our province during that time. Otherwise, you’d miss the chance of seeing my sexy baby picture.

All About Me!

For the entire week, I’ll be featuring my irreplaceable self. I’m not Beyonce “the superstar” but you may find me interesting as I disclose a bit of my personality.

It’s my way of allowing the readers of my blog to get to know more about me. It’s also my way of thanking you for taking time out to visit my website. Even more, your comments are very much appreciated. It inspires me to write more and better each day.

Thank you so much!!!

Weekend Duty....

It’s Sunday but I have to wake up as early as 5:30. Hurriedly, I got out of my bed, took a bath, fixed myself and left for work.

Now, I’m on board again. It’s quite boring but it’s less stressful. There’s no traffic on my way to work. I’m not harassed in answering calls because volume is normally light during weekend. In fact, I have the luxury of time to do other things while I’m on duty. I can pluck my eyebrows. I can chat with my officemates. I can listen to my favorite radio station. I can read. I can brush up my vocabulary. I can take a nap. I can text my friends. I can write for my blog. I can even meditate.

Yes, I may be deprived of the time to relax at home and bond with my family. However, I’m lucky because I’ll be paid for a one-day work with less pressure but more time to do my personal stuff. Isn’t it a combination of work and play?

I Love Myself....

As the song goes, “learning to love yourself is the greatest love of all.” I could say that I do love myself because I enjoy looking at my reflection in the mirror, more than 10 times a day.

My friend reminded me of Narcissus in Greek Mythology - a youth who fell in love with his own image in a pool of water and was transformed into a flower. So I thought of a word “narcissism” which means excessive admiration of oneself or one’s appearance, most likely originated from that Greek character.

I may not have the best physical attributes, but I just love being me. I appreciate the uniqueness in me!