Time For Another Makeup Give-away by P.I.P.

Pretty in Pigment is giving away another makeup products on her blog site. It's my frist time to join her contest and I am trying my luck this time to at least have a chance if I would be lucky to grab her fabulous prizes.

The lucky winner will receive the following:
Sonia Kashuk Brushes: Contour/ Lid Brush

Benefit "One Prime Day"

ELF Candied Lip Balm Collection

Inglot Rainbow Palettes in Yellow and Blue

To Join just click the image below

So join now friends. Offer is good till Sept. 18, 2011.

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Jaw Dropping Junior Masterchef (Pinoy Edition) Show

I really can’t believe what my eyes have seen. Kids at an early age are cooking? Can handle pressure in the kitchen! And can also think of a recipe impromptu as the ingredients are given straight in their faces and they need to pick up their chosen ingredients to cook what they have in mind.



Wow! My jaws really dropped out when I saw those young Filipino kids cook excellent and exciting dishes. In fact, I was really challenged because good for them they have started this passion for cooking at an early age. I haven’t tried baking and this is what I really desire to learn. It is not that easy because it will take also a budget for the recipes and practice to make the recipe perfect.

I have seen the effort of those kids as well as their desire to cook. In my early childhood days, I experienced to participate in an inter-school cooking competition. At first my teacher in home economics shared me the recipe to prepare but I was really scared on splashing hot oil that is why when I first started to sauté pork with garlic and onions, I was really scared of that hot oil.

Anyway, as they say practice makes perfect. I did not win that said competition but the experience was really exciting. From what I have seen online, I was really amazed because those Pinoy kids were able to execute foreign dessert recipes with ease particularly on baking which I haven’t tried. They even showcased dessert recipes which I have just encountered hearing today and I am now curious to find out what those recipes are but of course, it will not be done by today since I don’t own an oven yet, lolz!

Good work for parents who have encouraged their kids not just to cook but to have that passion to be a chef someday. I guess this generation is really something to look forward too. One contestant also said that she learned the recipe online and the judges were also amazed to hear what technology can do for kids who also are eager to learn more and uses the advantages of information superhighway.

I also wanted to influence my kids to participate on cooking such as that. Actually, I really don’t mind if they wanted to help me in the kitchen and cook, I will be so delighted. Cooking is something that you cannot just dictate, it is a continuous process of learning and it can be an art itself. Good to watch such shows like this because it is really educational and it moulds interest of those aspiring to be good chefs someday.

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Make-Phoebe Over Birthday Give-Away Contest

Phoebe Ann is generously giving away fabulous beauty and makeup products courtesy of Make Phoebe Over Birthday Giveaway! However this contest is valid for those who have Philippine address only, so meaning not internationally. So for my friends who are in the Philippines or even residing abroad but has resident address in Manila has a chance to join this contest. There are two ways to win for this contest, one is for just following and the other is for posting FOTD pics which I will be skipping since I am pregnant and my doctor does not allow me yet to put makeup since I am having breakouts. So anyway, I still have one entry for the contest, just keeping my fingers crossed if I could grab these wonderful loots.

Here are the gorgeous prizes to be won.

Stash #1

Asian Secrets Lulur Whitening Body Scrub 20g sample tub
Avon Advance Techniques Straight & Sleek Conditioner
Avon Advance Techniques Straight & Sleek Shampoo
Avon Advance Techniques Straight & Sleek Smoothing Creme
Binaca AEROblast in Peppermint
DKNY Be Delicious EDT 15ml
Dream Girl Faith BB Cream
Eyliplex-2, Filextra, Smooth-365 2ml sample packs
Listerine Total Care 80ml
Majolica Majorca Blush in OR211
Majolica Majorca Jeweling Eyes in BL711
Majolica Majorca Jeweling Pencil in BR633
Majolica Majorca Lash Gorgeous Wing Neo in BK999
Majolica Majorca Rouge Majex in 21
Neutrogena Fine Fairness Deep Whitening Mask
Nivea Express Hydration Body Lotion
Nivea Pure & Natural Action Deodorant
Pure Beauty Perfect Cleansing Liquid
Tri-Aktiline Face 50ml
Watsons H Bella Protect & Nourish Body Lotion in Pomegranate & Ginger
Watsons H Bella Protect & Renew Body Polish in Pomegranate & Ginger
Watsons H Bella Protect & Repair Body Butter in Pomegranate & Ginger


Stash #2


Asian Secrets Lulur Whitening Body Scrub 20g sample tub
Avon Advance Techniques Damage Repair Conditioner
Avon Advance Techniques Damage Repair Shampoo
Avon Advance Techniques Damage Repair Reconstructive Treatment Mask
Binaca AEROblast in Spearmint
DKNY Be Delicious EDT 15ml
Eyliplex-2, Filextra, Smooth-365 2ml sample packs
Gluta & Placenta BB Cream by Glorious Skin
Listerine Total Care 80ml
Majolica Majorca Blush in OR211
Majolica Majorca Jeweling Eyes in BL711
Majolica Majorca Jeweling Pencil in BR633
Majolica Majorca Lash Gorgeous Wing Neo in BK999
Majolica Majorca Rouge Majex in 21
Neutrogena Fine Fairness Deep Whitening Mask
Nivea Express Hydration Body Lotion
Nivea Pure & Natural Action Deodorant
Pure Beauty Perfect Cleansing Water
Tri-Aktiline Face 50ml
Watsons H Bella Protect & Nourish Body Lotion in Rose & Mixed Berries
Watsons H Bella Protect & Renew Body Polish in Rose & Mixed Berries
Watsons H Bella Protect & Repair Body Butter in Rose & Mixed Berries

Makeup from Stashes 1&2


Majolica Majorca Blush in OR211
Majolica Majorca Jeweling Eyes in BL711
Majolica Majorca Jeweling Pencil in BR633
Majolica Majorca Lash Gorgeous Wing Neo in BK999
Majolica Majorca Rouge Majex in 21

Team E Choice Award Stash


Asian Secrets Lulur Whitening Body Scrub 20g sample tub
Avon Advance Techniques Daily Shine Conditioner
Avon Advance Techniques Daily Shine Shampoo
Avon Advance Techniques Frizz Control Lotus Shield
Binaca Breath Spray in Peppermint
Bobbi Brown Blush in 9 Pale Pink
Bobbi Brown Lash Glamour Extreme Lengthening Mascara in Black
DKNY Delicious EDT 15ml (this is from my personal backup stash)
Estee Lauder Cyber White EX Advanced Brightening GelCreme Makeup in Warm Creme
Estee Lauder Signature Eyeshadow Quad in M08 Blue Smoke
Estee Lauder Signature Lipstick in Venetian Rose
Eyliplex-2, Filextra, Smooth-365 2ml sample packs
Listerine Total Care 80ml
Majolica Majorca Blush in 88
Majolica Majorca Jeweling Eyes in BL711
Majolica Majorca Jeweling Pencil in BR633
Majolica Majorca Lash Gorgeous Wing Neo in BK999
Majolica Majorca Rouge Majex in 21
Nanny Rose’s Sticks & Pulls All Natural Hair Remover 200g
Neutrogena Fine Fairness Deep Whitening Mask
Nivea Express Hydration Body Lotion
Nivea Pure & Natural Action Deodorant
Purederm 3 in 1 Magic BB Cream
Pure Beauty Perfect Cleansing Oil
Tri-Aktiline Face 50ml
Watsons H Bella Protect & Nourish Body Lotion in Strawberry & Cinnamon
Watsons H Bella Protect & Renew Body Polish in Strawberry & Cinnamon
Watsons H Bella Protect & Repair Body Butter in Strawberry & Cinnamon

Makeup from the Team E Choice Award Stash


Bobbi Brown Blush in 9 Pale Pink
Bobbi Brown Lash Glamour Extreme Lengthening Mascara in Black
DKNY Delicious EDT 15ml
Estee Lauder Cyber White EX Advanced Brightening GelCreme Makeup in Warm Creme
Estee Lauder Signature Eyeshadow Quad in M08 Blue Smoke
Estee Lauder Signature Lipstick in Venetian Rose
Majolica Majorca Blush in 88
Majolica Majorca Jeweling Eyes in BL711
Majolica Majorca Jeweling Pencil in BR633
Majolica Majorca Lash Gorgeous Wing Neo in BK999
Majolica Majorca Rouge Majex in 21

Winners will be announce on Sept. 19, 2011. So hurry now and join her great contest!

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Got a New Blog Award

Surprise, surprise! I got a new Blog Award from a blogger friend Itin of Missacidic. Thanks for linking me also on your site. I will be returning the favor by following your post too.

And for those other blogs that I tuned into for information and online contests, I will also be listing you as part of this Liebster Blog.

Well according to the rule as what was passed to me, if you have less than 200 followers, you are entitled to give that blogsite an award such as this particularly if you like to read their posts. So without further due, here is my list of 5 blog sites I enjoy reading:

Please pass it to your chosen five bloggers with less than 200 followers and link back to the blog who granted this award!


1.(Nash Goes Chenelyn)
For posting comments on my food blog Food Fashion and Fun

2.(Munchy Crunchy)
For always delighting my eyes on delicious foods those Restaurant or Food chain she showcase on her blog site

3.(Laura of Vegan Culinary Adventures) For a healthy food offers and recipes she share on her site

4 (Sweta of Swetawriter)
For the passion of presenting home cooked meals on her blog

5.(Gagay of Oh Gosh Gulay )
For the information she gives on foods particularly veggies that are essential to our health.

Keep on posting exciting and informative posts my friends! Thank you very much!

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Kiss and Makeup Birthday Give-away Contest

Diane of Kiss and Makeup is giving away fabulous beauty products for the lucky three winners of her birthday Give-away online contest which will be up until Sept. 8, 2011 only. Join me friends if you are also interested in winning these fabulous prizes.

Click the image below to join the contest



Here are the Prizes to enjoy:

First Prize:
Too Faced Naked Palette Sponsored By La Petite Confiserie -$35
Beauty Blender Sponge from La Petite Confiserie- $20
Smashbox Color Correct Foundation Primer- $38
Soap & Glory The Switz Toiletries Bag- $15
Shu Uemura Eyelash Curler- $27


Second Prize:
MAC items of your choice worth of $50 (For International Winner)
or You may choose the Rustan's GC worth PHP 2,000 (for Local Winner)

Third Prize
Sigma Travel Kit Nice in Pink or Sigma Travel Kit Naughty in Black $49

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Pyari Beauty MUA Give-Away Contest

Pyari Beauty is giving away MUA (Makeup Academy) gift prizes to a lucky blogger who joined her contest. It's my first time to hear this wonderful makeup since it is made in UK. SO friends if you are interested, join me also in this wonderful online contest, offer till Sept. 4, 2011 only.

Click image below to Join Pyaribeauty's Contest

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Indian Bus Transportation and Streets not friendly for Pregnant Women

Sorry if I really indicated "India" in what I have to say but I am just honest about it and this is my opinion. As a foreigner living here in India, I was really frustrated on how bad the roads are and whenever we ride rickshaws and buses, it will always be a bumpy ride. We do all know that most of the drivers are in a racing mode for driving. Of course, there will be exemption to it but definitely 90% plus are really rough drivers.

I just do pray and ask God that He might give us a car of our own so that before or after I give birth, baby and I will be safe in that bumpy and dangerous ride. Bus drivers in India don’t care about their passengers. They are such in a hurry to go away from bus stops and they don’t wait for the passengers to come in. Most of the people here will run after the bus and most even the female are pushing each other to get in and they don’t care even if you are pregnant also.

In India, only A/C buses are those for travelling in provinces or long distant travel. Most of the city buses are ordinary buses which they call “BEST” which I find opposite of it. Anyway, about the bumpy and dangerous ride, whether it will be rush hours or not, buses are really fast and swift and you should be aware to catch it by running or if it stops, it will be quickie so tendency is that people would rush and push each other to get in.

The lines or queue in bus terminals in market will never be that easy too. There are allotted seats for ladies and the elderly men which you cannot sit your butt into. Public buses here are owned and operated by the government and only the provincial buses for long distant travels are owned and operated by private sectors.

Rickshaw drivers are choosy and as for the latest survey I have read on newspapers, they topped as the most hated people here in India. Rickshaw ride costs double or triple the amount against buses or trains. The reasons why most people still choose to ride rickshaw is that they are really in a hurry, carrying heavy goods or stuffs or when attending such an occasion and are wearing an elegant attire.

Now going back to the buzzing story of inconvenience, I cried that day when one man came to me and asked me to vacate my seat because that is for the elderly. Okay, I gave way, it’s really the seat sign for old ones but I was pregnant and I am really feeling my back paining. This elderly man was not so elderly at all but he does not care and he does not even know about being gentle so what the heck, I stand up and crush my way to other passengers who are also standing up, since the bus was jammed packed like sardines.

I cried for the reason that I missed my country because it has more good buses to offer plus kind hearted men and women who would give their seats for pregnant woman just like me. Half heartedly, I also felt so pity that if only I have my own vehicle, I would not be experiencing all this difficulty. I really really don’t want my child to experience this and that is why I am persuaded to do the best that I can so that we can also pass this trial and testing. Maybe God is also testing my patience and how I can still hold myself humble against the midst of people who doesn’t even know God.
I am just so thankful for God because of His protection to us that no matter how bad the roads are, no matter how rude the passengers are, no matter how fast the drivers drive, my baby and I are safe. I will just have to limit my going out particularly I am also nearing my due. This article is written to inform pregnant women to be extra careful. I have no intensions of belittling or mar the image of India because as I have said this is based on my own opinion and I am entitled to share it here in my blog, peace to all!

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