Northern Mindanao Bloggers Centrio Mall Tour

Weeks from now Centrio Mall will be opening its door to Kagay-anons. Since it has been anticipated I bet it'll have a lot of people going to the mall. Good thing though that Centrio Mall gave CDObloggers along with Iligan and Bukidnon bloggers an advance mall tour.
When we arrived we were welcome by the marketing team and divided into 2 groups for the tour.
While The first group already on tour the group I belong in headed to the Marketing office at the 3rd floor of the mall for the introduction and overview of Centrio Mall.

Food served to us...

During our mall tour most of the shops aint done yet. Only a few shops who are already set-up and just needed cleaning and product display.

Heading to the Cinema. The cinema can cater 300 people. They have 2 2D cinemas and 2 regular cinemas.

The mall has a garden wherein you can find 2 acacia trees that they did not cut down during construction. It has playground for the kids. The garden is sorrounded with fine dining restaurants.

Here are some snaps of my fellow bloggers...

An yes lets end this post with a photo of myself. ^_^

Emotera Goddess Gifts And Treats Winners

Congratulations to the winners on my Emotera Goddess Gifts And Treats!
I am finally announcing the winner of my first ever blog giveaway! I want to thank all those who joined. There are a lot of entries but sad to say, some entries were disqualified for not following instruction and no clear entry details. Better luck next giveaway folks!
So without further adieu here are the winners...

a Rafflecopter giveaway

1 Year Domain and Hosting 
Entry #3885 Ana M.

Eat-all-you-can at Chino's Deli
Entry #2931 Penda P.

5 Boyong's Special Bagoong (350 grams) 
Entry #1041 Zoan G.
Entry #3988 RiCalyn S.
Entry #5422 Marine R.
Entry #4579 Jimmy G.
Entry #1546 Gayle S.

2 Cetaphil Gentle Cleanser (250ml)
Entry #1960 Jacques A.
Entry #166 Roxanne G.

Cetaphil Daily Advance Ultra Hydrating Lotion
Entry #6143 Mary A.

The Lovely Me: Ex Angle Skin Foundation

Just recently, I got interested in wearing light or just the natural everyday make-up that is not so thick but just for a natural which is perfect for everyday look. And from what I have watch on some online video tutorials, I learn that using liquid foundations is the trick for a all-day lasting make-up freshness and soft skin look.
So when a friend of mine traveled to Olongapo City for work, I asked favor to buy me a liquid foundation at The Face Shop since they don't have a branch here in Cagayan de Oro.
Wonder why from The Face Shop specifically? Will simply because I'm a self confess anything-Korean addict and it's what inspires me to put on make-up. :D

I was actually interested on the BB  cream liquid foundation but instead my friend bought this Lovely Me: Ex Angle Skin Foundation. At Php 395.00, it turns out a great buy! I like that its not greasy and so far my skin didn't get pimples after using.. Its one reason I don't usually put anything on my face because some products I used in the past gave me pimple after using. Aside from that it also smell good and really makes your skin feels so smooth. 
Last Wednesday, I had a pictorial and that's where I first wear the Lovely Me: Ex Angle Skin Foundation. Here's how it look right after putting it on with a light a make-up on...

The below is how I look after the 5 hours pictorial... Amazing right? I bet if I used the foundation powder it will no longer look like this smooth but rather dry and make-up fading already. And I would more likely do some retouch from time to time but instead with the liquid foundation I just had lipgloss retouch and that's it.

I know my face kinda look different from the first picture though its because of my eyebrow. I actually ask help at the studio because I don't know how to shape my eyebrow. Hopefully will learn on that soon too. Anyone willing to teach me? :D
Anyways, I haven't receive copies of my pictorials yet but will surely share it here when I have them. Im excited already!

Thanks Ati Bang for choosing this product for me!

Strike That Pose!

One thing Im not confident on taking photos of myself is striking a pose... I really admire people who pose fiercely! Its a thing that gives impact to a self or group photo even just by simply wearing a plain outfit. Take for example a blogger friend of mine who really strikes a fierce model pose every time the camera turns her way, even if she's in the crowd she would never fail draw everyone's attention because your like seeing a Miss Universe in the crowd of people. Check out how Roxanne pose below...

Earlier, this day I really told her I like the way she pose and she said yes because she  used to join beauty pageant way back when she's still young... Praktisado na! lol Kidding aside here is our pose....

So here's some tips I've researched online for my readers who are also having trouble posing on camera.

• Look for inspiration. For example, if your taking photos outside, you may see the sky and be inspired to look up as you are being photographed. Or sit on a tree limb or in a flower garden.
• Get a little creative. Start dancing around (if its appropriate at the time), or make a big doe-eyed expression. Don't limit yourself to a smile.
• Be Photogenic. Try some poses in the mirror. Determine your good side. Fold your arms, tilt your chin down, smile or keep a straight face, lift one eyebrow, or make a crazy face!

To end this post, I'll strike my own fierce pose. ;)

Reference: WikiHow

Unexpected Blessing

Just a few minutes ago I opened my Yahoomail to recover a password of my Twitter account. I rarely checked this email, only times like this that I need to log to recover/change a password on the social networks that is associated with this account. So since Im already log-in after the verification process in Twitter, I go on and checked emails one-by-one and delete those are not important. As I progress reading through and deleting 1 email caught my full attention and I actually read it a few times before I went checked my other Paypal account. I received a payment on one of the affiliate websites I sign-up before. I never really give much attention to it and after installing the banner on one of my blog (of which I rarely update) I just left it and never monitored. Imagine my surprise receiving an amount of which is really a big help for me now since boss has not sent salary yet. And I had so many bills waiting for me to pay. Wheew!
God indeed never leaves me alone. He never fails to remind me to be patient with everything, to always hope for the best and to be always thankful of what I have right now. Surprises will come on the right time... in the right place, just like today! :)
Thank you God! I was so surprised that I got so emotional. I am amazed at God's grace even if this isn't the first time that He has helped and blessed me specially in times when I want to break down.

I was listening to my Emotera Playlist in Youtube that on a perfect timing the song "I Know You're Not Alone" by Sweetbox played. 

Kasalan Sa Kagayan 2012

I love weddings! And I do hope mine will come soon. ^_^
This coming September 13-15, 2012 the Kasalang Filipino will yet again have its local wedding and tourism industry display at the Limketkai Mall Rotunda. What you will see at the Kasalan sa Kagayan 2012 are wedding fashion shows, bridal make-up competition, bridal make-up demo and the creative wedding displays from local wedding suppliers, wedding photographers and videographers.
Its actually the perfect time go hopping for wedding services since most of them will give you discount if you book for the services till the end of Kasalan sa Kagayan bridal fair.
Last Kasalan sa Kagay-an 2010 I was there and I cant imagine my reaction while hopping from one booth to another. After the last booth I visited, I said to myself my dream wedding will really leave my soon-to-be-husband's pockets butas! lol Anyways, I will still be going and do another booth hopping for wedding services. Who knows I might meet my future husband there also. lol
And oh! If your looking for a photo and video services for your wedding dont miss to drop by at One Happy Story booth they have freebies and merchandise to be given away for engaged couples. And they will also be giving promo rates for couples who'll book till end of bridal fair.

Nails In Sapphire And Lucky Red

I think it has to do with me having mani and pedi on the first day of the year 2012 that I don't missed a month that I don't treat my hand and foot into a nail spa. lol Crazy myths right?! Or should I say lame excuse. 

I usually just have my nails treated once a month. Another lame! ^^  Mostly I have a home service Manicurista that is just a text away but if she's not available I go to random Salons.

Here are 2 of my fave nail colors I've had so far this year...

June - Sapphire

July - Lucky Red

August - Aquamarine

Next manicure will have something pink and stylish... Cant wait to use this up. This stamping nail art just recently arrive today which I purchase online.

Do you girls stick to one color only? Or like me you have a nail color of the month? And do you always match your hands and feet nail color? Coz to me I don't match them. ^^