Awesome day at the ToyCon2014!

Held at the halls of SM Megatrade at SM Megamall in Mandaluyong City last June 20 to 22, The Philippine Toys, Hobbies and Collectibles Convention (TOYCON) considered one of the largest 3-day show of its type in Asia and has been held for more than 13 years now.

The Philippine Rugby Team meets fans in Fila Stores

Philippine Rugby as well as figure skating fans certainly know how to support their team as they waited patiently to catch a glimpse and grab a souvenir or two for some autograph signing occasion.

Stuckwithfood : Experience new yummy treats from Caliburger

The burger bandwagon rolls on and on. But which ones stick out from the rest, leaving the rest for dust? I have no idea.
Just so you know, the ever heavenly Tomas Morato or "Timog" for most, has a reputation that offers a smorgasbord of dining choices for the keen-eyed foodie monsters.

Promil Pre-School i-shine 3 hosts revealed. Angel Locsin joins as mentor.

It's going to be a fun and exciting season 3 this coming June 28 , 10am for Promil Pre-School i-shine Talent Campers where Ms. Angel Locsin , a critically acclaimed and world-class television and movie actress joins as mentor along with the other top caliber mentors , teacher Goercelle Dapat-Sy of G-Force and the country's music icon, Zsa Zsa Padilla.

It's ToyCon 2014 !

It's the 13th Philippine TOYCON 2014 once again at the Megatrade Halls 1-2-3, SM Megamall Mandaluyong City, Metro Manila, Philippines from June 20-21-22, 2014 ,10am-9pm
Ticket price is PHP 130 per day

You can buy your tickets at the event gate (June 20-22)

For press and media coverage email them at toyconph@gmail.com

For more information on schedule of activities and event details please visit:
www.toyconph.com
www.facebook.com/toyconph

This is co-presented by Collectibles Unlimited and the SM Megatrade Halls, and sponsored by Maxi Collector, Toy Kingdom, Toy Empire, Warner Brothers Pictures and Pacific Licensing. With special thanks to Big Boys Toy Store, Great Toys, Arigatoys, Authority Hoodie, Transfer It, Otaku Asia, War Gaming, Uplink, Level-Up, Cubizone, Canon, Level-Up, Cherry Credits, CIIT, Loctite, Walt Disney Studios, gaming Library and Resorts World Manila. With media partners, ABS-CBN, Flip Geeks, Reimaru Files, WheninManila.com, Chalk Magazine, UNO Magazine, Manila Bulletin, Inquirer.net and 99.5 PLAY FM. Also supported by Anime Alliance and World Cosplay Summit. 

Red Turnip Theater Launches "Rabbit Hole" for season two

Unless you live around Makati area, it’s probable you have never heard of Whitespace.
I certainly never had, until a blogger friend sent me an event invite last Monday, June 16, at 2nd's, Bonifacio High Street, Global City for the presscon of "Rabbit Hole", a 2007 Pulitzer Prize winning play by David Lindsay-Abaire by Red Turnip Theater sposored by Fila Ph.

Composed of 5 bold and daring actors (Ana Abad Santos, Topper Fabregas, Jenny Jamora, Cris Villonco, and Rem Zamora) , they are back with a vengeance with a fabulous line-up of actors.
They wanted to come up with a maiden season that would re-introduce Philippine audiences to the straight play while putting their own stamp on the theatrical experience.

For their first season, they introduced CLOSER by Patrick Marber , a the 1999 Tony Award nominated play and COCK by Mike Bartlett that will be shown again this coming October so watch out for it.

Rabbit Hole, as they say, is both funny and heartbreaking -- basically everything you want in  a theatrical experience.
It's set to the american couple who lose their son to an accident , tackling the 'What ifs' that plague the couple's lives.
It's all about heartbreak and coping up with the loss and grief --the actuality of life for most of us. Charts their bittersweet search for a path that will lead them back into the light of day.
Really a brilliant showcase to a great ensemble.
Although the language for this season is a little bit different from the first , it's no different when it comes to emotional journeys they're gonna take ---in a more full conversation with a fantastic , in-your-face experience.

The bombastic approach is felt more during season 1 possessing individual identities for each, whereas Rabbit Hole and and their second play for season two ,Time Stands Still, center more on home and the family.

"Rabbit Hole" stars Agot Isidro , Michael Williams, Che- Ramos-Cosio , Sheila Francisco and Ross Pesigan and will opens August 1 and will run all weekend of that month.
Directed by Topper Fabregas.

Tickets are available through TicketWorld ( 891-9999 or www.ticketworld.com.ph )
Email Red Turnip Theater ( redturniptheater@gmail.com or https://www.facebook/RedTurnipTheater )

EARLY BIRD PROMO:
Only Php899 for Patron seats and Php1399 for Premium seats if you buy your tickets now!
Promo runs until June 30 only.Valid for Aug. 8, 9, and 10 shows.

Whitespace is located at 2314 Chino Roces Ave. Extension formerly Pasong Tamo Extension ), Makati

Keep calm, roll out and multitask! #KITKATBreakMovement

If an Octopus has eight arms, a mother like me has a gazillion of them, only invisible.
Moms exude talents and potential when it comes to multitasking.

Although I haven't quite mastered the skill yet, but already pre-unlocked that skill for quite some time now,  still hereI am-- trying to learn more to accomplish what i need to do all at the same time, for the benefit of my children. Always for my children.

June 20 is National Wellness Day

Did you know that 9 of the 10 leading causes of death in the Philippines are health related? And did you also know that just by eating better, making small lifestyle changes and doing moderate activity on most days of the week, we can reduce the risk of many diseases and increase our quality of life?

The People Management Association of the Philippines (PMAP) is advocating health and wellness in the workplace as one of the most important issues that companies need to address today. With this, PMAP will hold a nationwide event called National Wellness Day that  is envisioned to be participated by various companies in the country, both PMAP and non-PMAP members, on June 20, 2014.

Children of Multiple Intelligence

When speaking of “intelligence,” most people only think of academic aptitude, such as readiness towards schoolwork or getting high grades.
Thus, parents say their child is “smart” when he or she lands the top of their class.
But with the advent of ‘multiple intelligence’ – the simplistic definition of intelligence no longer holds. Now more people are realizing that true intelligence covers a broader spectrum of an individual’s capabilities.

A new context of ‘smart’

Look instantly younger and glowing with MYRA VITAGLOW BB CREAM!

Taking four to five years off your face in this 21st century is immediate and within our reach.
Yes, cosmetic miracles do exist and they are called BB Creams.
No need for you to go under the knife to roll back the years -- BB Creams "tricks" can be just as effective.
When I got an email regarding a full review of a cosmetic from a well-known brand, of course I hesitated at first but didn't stop me from the challenge.
Truly grateful!

"When I started counting my blessings, my whole life turned around."
-Willie Nelson

Truth to be told, accepting this package has turned my life around 180 degrees ( haha ) , hence a blessing in disguise.
Why?
I've been meaning to use a makeup and do a review but to no avail.
Especially after I have gotten older and had 3 children, I became "lazier".
Most days it's just loose powder for the oiliness.
The other reason, well, i was petrified to use one because sadly I keep hearing more and more about the dangerous toxins that are loaded in all those products and my skin is way too sensitive but this is one big achievement!
A first of many hopefully.

I'm beyond words really when i got this gift. Totally crushing over this gorgeous makeup leather pouch in hot fuschia pink with my name embossed on a golden plate.
They have included several make up brushes for my use plus 2 easy-squeeze tubes of Myra Vitaglow BB Creams In Ivory and Beige (20ml).

Any beauty expert knows that the real "trick" to any successful beauty regimen is to find a product that works for you and your lifestyle and these products from MYRA provide all that.
These radiance-boosting tubes are packed with multi-benefits for your skin that allow you to combine the prettifying power of skincare and makeup:

•    It’s moisturizing. This lightweight cream hydrates your skin to keep it soft and supple.
•    It contains Vitamin E. This helps nourish your skin even more, so your complexion appears younger-looking and healthy.
•    It doubles as foundation. The tinted formula comes in two shades: Ivory and Beige, to help you even out your skintone perfectly and hide pigmentations.
•    It contains skin-enhancing minerals. Staying late at the office? Use this unique BB cream to add a natural, glowing finish to your skin! You’ll love how the subtle, light-reflecting shimmers in this cream will make you look like you’ve got a lit-from-within glow.
•    You can use it as concealer. Just pat an extra layer of Myra VitaGlow BB Cream to camouflage dark spots and blemishes.
•    It’s also has sunscreen. The SPF15 in this easy to bring tube will protect you from harmful UV rays that causes premature aging.
•    It’s hypoallergenic. Girls with sensitive skin don’t need to worry about breakouts, because this dermatologist-tested cream is proven safe for daily use.
•    It's the most affordable! There's no need to hesitate when it comes to purchasing this product, since you can score instant glowing skin for only P99 a tube. Such a great beauty steal!

Myra Vitaglow BB Cream in Ivory 20ml 

 Myra Vitaglow BB Cream in Beige 20ml

For me, I think both shades are suitable for Asian women.
The beige is more on the deep pinkish side with a tad orange-y while the Ivory tone is more of my tone, with a slight tint of yellow.
So I opted for the Ivory and lived together in perfect harmony ( Did I just sing on my post? Forgive me).

 My no mekaup look. Literally no make up at all. 

Although at first I though this was a little dry compared to the other one that i'm currently using , this suits my skin perfectly. 

For those who has dry skin, use a BB Cream with a water-based dewy formula so it would easily even out the skin tone when applying. 

 I applied the Myra Vitaglow BB Cream in Ivory shade on half my face after shower so you could see if there is a bit difference after using it.

I really like the natural soft illuminating glow this product gives.
As I have said earlier, my face tends to look really oily and shiny with other the product but I didn't get that with this product (maybe because of my super oily skin ).
I did moisturize a bit on the chin part prior because it was the only part that is drier.
I love the lightness and the full coverage for my face.
Although there were silvery-dusty-thingy after you applied it (like you are one of the Cullen's, sparkling in the sun) I can still live with it.

 Tada! Instant glowing skin only by Myra Vitaglow BB Cream!

 Myra VitaGlow BB Cream takes the guesswork out of your skin and makeup routine by packing everything you need in one handy tube.
While all BB creams moisturize, Myra VitaGlow BB cream contains light-reflecting minerals that make your skin more luminous instantly.

Take it from Ana Victorino, local YouTube sensation and beauty video blogger.
"Myra VitaGlow is now my go-to BB cream," she said.
"I love the instant, glowing effect it gives my skin. With this in my beauty arsenal, I can create my 'no makeup' look in less than five minutes, too."

For more beauty tips from Ana and to see a step-by-step guide on how to apply Myra VitaGlow BB Cream: #glowonthego

You can get the NEW Myra VitaGlow BB Cream (only 99 pesos!) on all department stores and supermarkets :)

LINE OFFERS FREE CALLS PROMO

LINE, the world’s leadinginstant messaging appthat allows its 460 million plus users to make FREE voice calls and messages worldwide, will offer its Philippine-based subscribers a special “LINE Free Calls” promo.

From June 17, 2014 at 12 noon, users will instantly get LINE Premium Call Credits* (up to 300 credits in total), plus an exclusive LINE sticker set, by just sending LINE messages from June 17 until July 1, 2014 only.

Promil I-Shine : Gifted Experiments

What happens when exceptionally talented children give surprise public performances?

For the past two years, the Promil Pre-School i-Shine Talent Camp has been giving talented children around the country the chance to show their talents on the big stage.
These children proved to be even more talented when some of them performed outside the so-called big stage. Nathan, Fitri, and Karl awed passersby with their talents as they performed in BGC and Eastwood.
The audience didn’t know they were in for a show until these three kids captured their attention with their performances.
Children can only truly reach their potential if their talents are nurtured properly.

Witness more talents develop on Promil Pre-School i-Shine Talent Camp Season 3, as they showcase the journey of exceptionally talented preschoolers with the help of their parents, proper environment, and proper nutrition with Promil Pre-school.

The Mommy Mundo Market weekend

THE CRIB is the place to be this weekend! 

Besides the BENTO WORKSHOP on Saturday and ZUMBA KIDS on Sunday, they've got the MOMMY MUNDO WEEKEND MARKET happening on both days 10am to 7pm!

FEATURING:

Our Best Western Mint Hotel quick summer getaway

I'm not absolutely sure if I'm using the camera wrong or the other way around but you have to forgive me for the quality of the images being uploaded here.
I'm considering getting a SLR but until that day, I'll settle for the phone cam on this freelance career.

The last time my husband had a work-related seminar in  Pampanga, the kids and I decided to tag along and have a quick getaway at Best Western Mint Hotel after a few weeks at work.
Of course, we could not be more pleased with this gem of a find.

Epic Freedom Party Unites Fillipinos with an Ayos Vibe

It’s time to celebrate freedom and show off that Ayos Vibe at the #OneViberPH party on June 11, at the Mall of Asia Concert Grounds.
Showcasing the best of the Philippines in music and art, #OneViberPH is the freedom party for the modern Fililpino.

READER’S DIGEST TRUSTED BRANDS AWARD 2014 : Recognizing a product that makes a difference

TRUST. Five letters that spell the difference between succeeding and building the legacy of a company. Much like any kind of relationship, trust is something that is not so easily achieved, yet has become invaluable in today's rapidly changing landscape.

There is no doubt that for business, trust is a form of currency.
It underpins the perceived value a brand enjoys.
If a product doesn't deliver what it promises, or what it has done on previous occasions, then there are many alternative products waiting to lure away its customers. But when a brand does deliver, consumers feel a sense of trust and are more likely to support it – and to continue buying it in the future.

JESSICA SOHO : MOST TRUSTED NEWS PRESENTER IN THE PHILIPPINES

 Jessica Soho often shares her story about being an “accidental journalist,” but her long list of achievements including the distinction of being announced as the Philippines Most Trusted News Presenter for 2014 by Reader’s Digest Asia is certainly no coincidence.

The veteran broadcaster’s latest honor is featured in the June 2014 special issue of Reader’s Digest. Voted for by consumers, Reader's Digest Most Trusted Brand Awards have been given to brands excelling in various fields for the past 16 years.

Thick hair don't care : WEN will save the day!

I used to have gorgeous thin head of hair back in the 80's.
Yes, It was my crowning glory except on the days the weather got the best of me in the battle with grasses.

Fisher-Price Play IQ Workshop 2014

Calling all moms and moms to be! 

Don't miss the chance to learn straight from international educational and parenting consultant, Ms. Carrie Lupoli a.k.a. "Chief Mum" 

Learn more tips and tricks on how you can enhance your child's potential with Fisher-Price Play IQ Workshop on June 7, 2014 at the Glorietta Activity Center. 

Admission is FREE! First 50 online pre-registered moms will get exciting gifts.

REGISTER HERE

For those of you who can't make it on Saturday, you can join in the mini workshop with Ms. Carrie Lupoli on these following dates and venues:

- June 6, 830-930am at Galileo Learning Enhancement Center, Salcedo Village Makati

- June 6, 10am-12nn at Gymboree Makati at Rockwell Club

This is a workshop that all moms and soon to be moms should not miss to get more insights and tips on parenting. 

Experience a Fun-Filled Day with the Yamaha Club Day 2014

Yamaha club has something exciting for its valuable customers!

Since it has been established, Yamaha club has been giving its loyal customers the enjoyment of a two-wheeler lifestyle that strengthens the organization, both individual group and the Yamaha club in general. And with its continuous support to its clients, they have been showing now the big numbers of Yamaha club!

This June 7, 2014 at SM Mall of Asia Concert Ground, join them with another milestone of giving excitement to the 84,000 members and you might be one of them, too! Enjoy a day filled with fun, excitement, music and exclusive perks that will showcase the numerous highlights of the Yamaha club and its line-up of different socially-relevant activities, and will also bind the organization into one big family!

Yamaha club day also aims to show-off the big number of attendees of the event, striking an attempt to create bragging rights line with a new Guinness World Record.

What are you waiting for? Come and experience a vibrant lifestyle with Yamaha Motor Philippines!

"Revs Your Heart" with Yamaha International Motorshow

This June 4-8, 2014, join Yamaha as they take you to their “Yamaha International Motorshow”, which will be held at SM MOA Atrium Hall.
This event will show off the innovative and unique features of its local and global models, as well as its various new products for 2014.
Yamaha aims to bring in to every customer the new Yamaha exciting world, which will be showcased in this 5-day event.

Also, Yamaha will be launching to the public its new brand slogan, “Revs your Heart”, to highlight the ‘company’s passion for innovation by creating an exceptional value and experiences that enrich the lives of the customers.’ With Yamaha’s “Refined Dynamism”, the company aims to captivate and help create vibrant lifestyles through the new product line up and technology of Yamaha.

The new brand slogan came from the word “rev”, which simply means revving an engine, being associated to the human heart that pumps the blood through the body’s veins to make all the systems work properly.
Revs Your Heart is a strong statement that is able to move people to greater heights and raise the quality of life. This is a statement that represents a deep sensation that lasts, a passion that endures.

Because of the company’s philosophy of providing its clients their satisfaction, Yamaha aspires to ignite a high-quality feel that projects the HEART of Yamaha through delivering an excitement ground that continuous to REV their exhilarating sense.

Together, let us all experience a colorful, vibrant motorcycle lifestyle with Yamaha!

Yamaha Motor Philippines Partners with UAAP

Last May 26, 2014, the leading in the motorcycle industry, Yamaha Motor Philippines Inc., formally launched their partnership with the University Athletic association of the Philippines at Yzone in Ortigas.

Over the years, Yamaha Motors aims to present their customers innovative and unique riding experience and with that, their clients are being empowered with passion giving them exceptional value and satisfaction of the customers.

Yamaha Motor Philippines recently has the largest market share for the AT or Automatic category.
To those who are not familiar, AT or Automatic is a kind of category for the motorcycle and Yamaha has been very big in that division.

When Sales General Manager , Mr. Romy tan started at Yamaha 7 years ago, the Mio Sporty brand has been there even since and he said that they truly have captured most of the market share regarding that section. This year, they would like to make it even stronger by having a partnership with the University Athletic Association of the Philippines that has a strong support.

They will continue to give exclusive experience to everyone by providing pioneering products and lifestyle events such as achieving pre-satisfactory of the clients because they are aligning to most of the universities with college students as their main target for that.
They believe that the result for this partnership will give the value of the customers to make it more exciting and can stay on top in the AT division.

UAAP board member , Mr. Rodrigo Roque recalled the UAAP history and discussed some of them like in the year 1930-31, it was a big year for the top 3 universities like NU, UST and UP that initially became the UAAP.
Founding members like NU, UST, UP and FEU was formally organized back in September of 1930. MCU, UM, Adamson University and UE respectively joined as well during the 50's but only Adamson and UE attained a regular status in UAAP.
It was then followed by ATENEO in the 70's and it is then complete with the coming of DLSU in the late 80's.
For a successful 77 years of UAAP and now with partnership with Yamaha, they hope to attain more success in the coming years.

Head, Licensing Division of ABS-CBN Corporation , Ms. Karen Coloma mentioned that
ABS-CBN is proud to be an instrument in bringing together a world class motorcycle manufacturing company like Yamaha with the country's biggest university sports league , the UAAP.
They have witnessed on how the sports league has grown over the years.
She furthered by sharing an experience in recent history-- how they already enjoyed unprecedented growth of ratings in the national television.
She pointed out never before seen audiences filling up the arenas wherein the UAAP has been played.
This is another testimony for the momentum of growth.

This year's UAAP theme which is UNITY and EXCELLENCE has no better way to sum up what this partnership is all about.
This launching seals and brings forth the embodiment of  the values of pioneering and global experience. Of course ,the sportsmanship and athleticism that UAAP has long been spicing among the youth.

Mr. Ryan Jude Camus of Yamaha marketing section manager , excitingly announced that they have numbers of events in store for all the Yamaha fans with regards to the partnership.

True enough, riding a motorcycle back then is associated as only a public transport tool.
But of course, the market is constantly evolving.
At this point, Yamaha has already made a way making motorcycle as a part of a lifestyle on everyone who utilizes it.
The AT products already represents the character of the different customers.
And with this Partnership, it will further strengthen the youngest, the stylishness the innovativeness of their products.

Aside from the TVC that will be airing on all UAAP programs, they will also have several school tours, they will also visit several UAAP universities and other activities that will introduce the partnership between Yamaha and UAAP plus the different Automatic products.
They will also conduct several activities outside events during the UAAP games and the most important is the representation of different schools using the YAMAHA products.

As mentioned, the athletes won’t be the only ones in the spotlight as Yamaha holds a graphic design contest for the MIO Sporty; a winning design will be selected for each university in the UAAP.
The top 3 designs for each school will be featured and winners will receive different prizes and the top design from each school will then be customized by Yamaha Motor Philippines for event display.

With its great partnership with UAAP, Yamaha will surely give its customers a thrilling riding experience that will be a one great adventure for everyone.