STYLE FOR LESS: Havaianas' Brasil Flip-Flops vs. the Havanas' Brand

THE SPLURGE: Havaianas' Brasil flip-flops (Php895)

Living in a tropical country like the Philippines, flipflops have become a must-have fashion staple.  You see them everywhere!  And one of the most well-known brands would, of course, be Havaianas.

Source: Havaianas website

At Php895 a pair, you too can own one from their trendy Brasil line as you go about your everyday travels.

The Wonders of Gcash Wallets

I know, I know.  This is most probably one of the most pathetic late posts regarding a very old technological concept ever!  As I've mentioned before, I'm really not a very techie person and as such, am only able to appreciate the ease that these new ideas bring when I am faced with no other option but to finally use them.

I've been a member of Ebay.ph since 2005, both in a buyer and seller capacity purchasing and selling anything from books to clothes to women's accesories.  As a seller, I used to offer payment options through cash deposits made to my personal bank account.  As a buyer, I'd personally go to a Globe center and cash in as required by the buyer.  However, since becoming more aware of scammers and the huge number of bogus buyers I've been encountering in the web today, I shifted gears and decided to use Globe's Gcash service instead.  At least I won't be crying buckets in case my account gets hacked (knock on wood...)


Photo retrieved from the Globe Gcash site



Get Rewards Simply by Exercising! The S2H Reply Watch

Whoever said that losing and maintaining a normal weight was all fun and games sure isn't right in the head.  Having battled with weight issues my whole life, I know firsthand how hard it is trying to eat healthy and living an active lifestyle, what with everything else that requires your constant attention as well.

All experts agree that one important trick in achieving one's weight loss goals is to have the right motivation.  Whether it be for health concerns or for vanity reasons, having the proper motivation will ensure that your drive won't wane and you continue on regardless of the hardships.

But what if there's a product that not only monitors your daily exercise but rewards you for pushing yourself further?  I present the Step2Health (S2H) Replay watch!


Photo courtesy of http://www.cnbc.com/



STYLE FOR LESS: Liz Claiborne's Heritage Mosaic Mini Satchel vs. a Secosana Bag

THE SPLURGE: Liz Claiborne's Heritage Mosaic Mini Satchel (Php4,500)

Liz Claiborne, a well-known U.S.-based fashion company since the 1970s, designs and sells a wide variety of men and women's appareal and accesories.  Known for their interesting patterns and laidback designs, one finds a Liz Claiborne creation very appealing and extremely versatile for any occasion.

For those in the market for a chic everyday bag, might I suggest their Heritage Mosaic Mini Satchel selling for Php4,500?

Source: Liz Claiborne website

Teriyaki Boy Munchies

Teriyaki Boy has been around for so many years already, but I just realized I've yet to post an entry about them.  I think it's high time I did anyway.

Owned by the same company that brought us Pancake House, Dencio's and Sizzlin Pepper Steak, among others, Teriyaki Boy aims to deliver high-quality Japanese cuisine at an affordable price.  It's one of our family's go-to restaurants when we crave for some Japanese fare.

I do, however, have sort of a love-hate relationship with them.

Dusit Thani Manila Views (3 of 3)

One thing I really regret was that I wasn't able to bring my DLSR camera during our stay in Dusit Thani Manila.  But since I was gonna have a hard time lugging it around, what with the heavy bag and netbook I was already bringing, I had no other choice but to leave my baby at home. 

Woe is me!  For when hubby and I went around the hotel grounds the following morning, we were met with a quite a few amazing sights that could have made perfect portraits!  And so working with what I did have on hand (a point-and-shoot Sony digicam), here's just a few pictures of the hotel gardens and their pool area:

Orchids are everywhere!  Placed in teeny, tiny glass vases.  So cute!

Food Tripping at Dusit Thani Manila (2 of 3)

Eating is a favorite past time of both Hubby and I.  We just love trying out new places to chow down.  And our staycation at Dusit Thani Manila provided us with another opportunity to loosen up our belts and hanker down for some well-deserved treats!