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I haven't blogged in ages! I always said I will go back to this and re-edit my layout and all that but I haven't lah~ But given all the opportunities that come my way this time around ... I guess I will be more active posting here again. I really missed writing and of course, you guys! My blogger friends and readers!

My layout still looks a bit tad-old and not organized but I'll get there! For now, I leave you with my very first VLOG Episode! Yep! I'm try'na do this too hehehe! I've been in Youtube since 2005 but I haven't really put much effort in my contents. But now, I'm really hooked to get better at my content so here goes ...

My Althea Korea VLOG Unboxing Experience

Click after the cut to watch ...

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Ann Marie Ventura Macaspac, or "Anpac" as we called her back in UST; is one of the closest friends I had. She's always been a bubbly and cheeky girl. A fighter! Really tough and mean to the point that you'd really call her a brat. She's an only-child anyway. We both love food and ... Chinovelas. Well, among many others.

Right now, it's with my deepest sentiments to write this post as I seek help for her medical condition. She's recently been hospitalized. Just last week actually, January 6, 2016 as she had stroke. It's actually a miracle that she woke up just two (2) days after. Last Friday, she did wake up as if nothing happened ... you lucky girl!

The bubbly Ann Marie Ventura Macaspac

But waking up is just one step of the way ... she has a long way to go. Her family needs help ... a very big help ...

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I've not posted in this blog for ages! For heavens-forbid-no ... some reasons! Like ... my heart ache in 2013 ... some massive-depressive state lah~ But yeah, the major reason was ... I had a lot of blog posts in queue already with set of photos on my desktop when suddenly ... it crashed and I never retrieved it again! Broke my heart even further ... *sniffs*

The passion in writing is still there ... just like my sentiments now as I get to experience this yet-another-horrible-not-so-new traffic situation in Metro Manila. What happened last Tuesday was definitely insane and it inspired memes like this pic ...

It wasn't funny! We laugh at it all as we Filipinos do ... smile amidst problems but yeah ... it wasn't funny at all. This photo definitely explains it. Traffic situation worsens everyday! And what's my take on it? Hop on after the break ...

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One day at a park, I was handed with this professional sample of a new product being introduced in the local market. The name appeared so "clinical" and medically correct. LOL. It's been a looong time and I can't even recall exactly when I got this ... I'm just posting my review now hehe.

It was a cleanser and cream pack from a new brand called Physiogel Hypoallergenic from Stiefel. Having sensitive skin, I don't really try out a lot of brands for my face. I usually develop redness / rashes / pimples right away. But this one, well, I tried ... it seemed good enough and oh-so-medical as it sounded hehe.

It claimed to be "hypoallergenic" so I said, hmm, must try ...

As per the product claim, Physiogel repairs skin and locks in moisture for up to 3 days. The pack comes with a mini brochure filled with information about their product line and other offerings. This promise however, has a reference / footer note that says "conventional moisturizes with synthetic emulsifiers."

I tried this for about a week or so - I has given 2 sets so that's four (4) packs of 3ML each cleanser & cream. Each set lasted me 3-4 days; the cream having lasted more since ... well, I don't really use much of it as my face becomes oily. Click after the cut to find out more ...

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So, who hasn't heard of 귀요미송 Gwiyomi or Kiyomi Player yet? That fun and cute song with this cute voice, accompanied with these cute hand signals / gestures type of dance / action popularized by Korean signer Hari 하리 ... as of yet? I'm sure in one way or another, you've heard of it. It has become the new dance craze! The "Kiyomi" or "Gwiyomi" as it's spelled romanized or in English (whatever), is a Korean slang meaning someone who is cute and it has become the latest web-viral sensation, taking teens across Asia, among others. And it didn't escape me and my sis so we did our own rendition hohoho~

Mostly popular in teens and the younger generation (although we believe this would be ageless and there's quite a number of versions from young and old-alike ...); a multitude of users have uploaded their own videos as well, doing the same action steps following the cutesy finger routines. Youtube has been taken by storm, which such a gazillion hits by these videos.

Have you done your version yet? See after the cut to view my version, together with my sister. Yay! Don't laugh!

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So ... I've been getting a lot of these requests (and I'm sure it's common in the blogging community) primarily in the area where I'm currently concentrating - fashion, beauty, cosplay, reviews ... and the likes. Personally, I have nothing against it and I would love to say it out loud, specially to my dear readers, followers, and guests now (and future visitors who'll see this). However, I must say I have a few "pet peeves" when it comes to this request.

Do you get these requests too?
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This will be entirely my opinion so whether you love it or hate it, I guess I'd probably not care. Well ... maybe I'll care too ... somehow ... a little. Of course, I value my readers' comments / feedbacks and as a blogger, I guess it's really important. Your readers thoughts matters so yeah ... I'll care. It might be subjective though - I'd listen to my regular readers more as they've been frequenting and commenting on this blog more. We're exchanging thoughts and giving feedback to each other which is really important. There's already a level of trust and understanding. There are some who seldom visits but have been my followers for long - I'd listen to them too. But maybe for random guests, I'll think about it ... it depends on the juice of the matter ...

Allow me to give it a blow-by-blow account as to how I view it and the varying situations that affect my opinion about it ...

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For this post, I wish to start off with these lines ...

Ever worried that it might be ruined
And does it make you wanna cry?
When you're out there doing what you're doing
Are you just getting by?
Tell me are you just getting by by by ...

Where there is a desire There is gonna be a flame
Where there is a flame Someone's bound to get burned
But just because it burns Doesn't mean you're gonna die
You've gotta get up and try try try Gotta get up and try try try

MANGO Skirt Suizo (Swiss Embroidery Skirt) - found here

Does it sound familiar?

Well, those are some of the lines from Pink's song "Try." I've heard the song since it was released; seen her music video since it went live; and seen her amazing rendition of her song in her live AMA Performance. The song is simply amazing! The lyrics convey the right words and message to a person who's really trying ...

I'm this dark mood lately and I'm not sure how it's gonna get better. A lot of factors beating me down to bits & pieces ... I'm just getting by ... Pink's song may be more suited for a lover suffering in violence but the lyrics are apt for all troubled folks out there too, not just lovers ... and it reminds us to stand back up and try, try, try ...

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First, I'd like to say that I am very grateful for all my readers, friends, and visitors who have made my past two (2) giveaways a success! It's really overwhelming and even I, myself, have not anticipated the amount of participation I got. I am also very grateful for my partners and sponsors who have made those past giveaways a sure hit, internationally. For reference these were the past two giveaways just last year, last month.

Ice Goddhez x Firmoo $500 Eyewear Voucher - December 9-16, 2012
Chai's December Birthday 1st Giveaway! $88 worth of shoes, clothing, and accessories from Asianvogue, FlauntPH, and Bedazzle Accessories - Dec 1-31, 2012

And now, I bring you with a new partner site. Allow me to introduce this new site - ROPE Accessories. I announced this on my Facebook Page that I'll be having 2 Big Giveaways ... well my dears, this is one!

This is online shop is great and is owned by a dear friend. It has just recently opened and now, it's ready to take on the online shopping market by storm and give a full-blown e-commerce venue for all of us! I can personally attest to this shop as it's been a wonderful journey all over! They offer well-crafted accessories at highly affordable prices, that cater to the young and young-at-heart. The jewelries are always in-style and in-season. The shop also offers original designer products like bags from Tommy Hilfiger, Nine West, and loads more.

Given that February is fast approaching and that I did not have any giveaway in store yet this January, this one is hopefully one of the many others I'm giving away with for all of you ... do you have what it takes to prep for Valentine's Day? Join this giveaway and you might just be in luck! Check after the cut to find out how ...

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I hope it's not yet too late hehehe. I know it's already January 2 lah (well, almost for us here in the Philippines) ~ It's been a busy season all over! I wish you all are having a great time celebrating the holidays and welcoming the new year! We'll also be celebrating dad's birthday so we're somehow preparing a bit for him. Next week, it's gonna be my sister's birthday soooo ... hang in there ... busy busy busy time!

I'm sure you also have stories to share. I'm also excited to announce the winners of my 1st Giveaway but I still haven't sorted out the entries ... my apologies! I promise I'll give it time this week and announce by next week at the earliest! Stay tuned! I wish it'll be a great welcome 2013 treat to you all!

Who's gonna win???
Chai's December Birthday Bash
- 1st Giveaway!!!
About Php 3,500 ($88) Worth of Prizes!

Ok, click after the cut to find out more ... about what I want to share with y'all ...

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#ATTENTION DEAR READERS / FOLLOWERS

Due to recent news that Google Reader is retiring by July 1, 2013; this means I may not be able to follow the feeds of the blogs I currently follow / read. Same thing with my readers. So to keep up with each other's updates, kindly follow me back on these other alternatives.

Thank you very much! I promise to do the same to fellow bloggers I'm currently connected with. (^_^) Just let me know my dears!

And if you wish to FOLLOW EACH OTHER, please read this post first to know my views about it.

My Thoughts on Follow Each Other Requests

If you're one of those I used to follow but now I'm no longer following you, either your blog was changed to private; no longer existing; or simply because you fall in those categories I mentioned in this article. Sorry but I wish to keep a friendly group and remain true with my blogging principles. Thank you.