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Five years already?  That was fast.  I remember when I started with Pag-ibig MP2 back in March 11, 2020.  After my first remittance of P500.00 via Palawan - then pandemic started.  I was not able to continue my monthly remittance because of the lock down.  When it was lifted I resumed my MP2 remittance and decided to increase my remittance to P1,000.00 per month.  At this time GCash has already started accepting MP2 remittance payments so it's very convenient with a P5.00 transaction fee as compared to Palawan's P7.00 per transaction. When your MP2 savings matures, there are two ways to claim it: via Online Claim via Virtual Pag-ibig or Over the Counter Claim.  Since there's Pag-ibig Kiosk near my office, I preferred the OTC Claim.  But if you would like to do an Online Claim you can find the instructions online via Virtual Pag-ibig website. Here are the things I prepared for my Over the Counter Claim: Accomplished Claim Form:  Click here to ...

They say jeans never go out of style... but this 2025 we will see more of new denim silhouettes and styles.  From your classic straight or skinny.. be ready for the return of the flare, baggy and the boot cut.  One my favorites in this returning trend is the "wide leg denims".   Remember denims does not only mean jeans per se, but also tops, jackets, skirts and shorts. Here are some of  the denim trends you will see this year: * The Co-ords (Double Denims) :    Why settle on wearing one denim when you can wear two, right?   An oversized denim shirt + Wide leg high waist denim jogger.  This is one of my faves, aside from I love coordinates dressing: I  am also into wide leg trousers, because I find it comfortable to wear.   Source: Zara Denim Cape + Shorts : The cape gives a different take on the usual denim jacket.  For sure it will also look good when you pair it with your favorite jeans. Source: Zara * The Jorts : ...

After my post on  the bag trends this year, the next question is - What Jewelries or Accessories will dominate Year 2025?  I love accessorizing but when Covid-19 struck, I refrained from wearing accessories ( because you have to sanitize everything after each wear.. haha).   Here are the accessories that we will see more this 2025: source: Refinery29 Brooch & Pins   - Yes, brooches are back!  Vintage brooches and pins on your coat or jacket gives them a different personality and uniqueness on your ensemble.  Let's just say that these trinkets are the bag charms of the world of jewelry.  source: Cosmopolitan Stacked bangles - These trend made a major role on the S/S2025 runway.  I love bracelet stacking... will surely add this on my OOTD. source: Cosmopolitan Bold Beaded Jewelry - Layering beaded necklaces and stacking beaded bracelets is definitely a big YES for me.  Best to layer multi beaded necklaces of different lengths.  ...

Happy New Year!  My first post for the year...  I love bags so why not post something about it.  As a bagaholic, I always look forward on what are trending bags every year.  Been browsing several  fashion sites to know what's in for 2025.  I hope you are all excited to know too...  COS Eastside Bowling bag ($170.00) The Top Handle  Top handle bags rarely goes out of style.  The trend continues this coming 2025.  Though the top handles have been reinvented a couple of times, but it's still the classic office bag trend.  Classic, Chic and Ladylike. Jacquemus Le Petit Calino Brode Mini Tote  Flower Power  Though I am not really on floral bags, but these bags are making a U-turn this 2025.  Rosettes, floral embellishments may not be for everyone but these will be something to look forward on the Spring/Summer of 2025. H&M Tote bag ($44.99) The XL Brown Bag  Who would not love this?  Brown bags are the counte...

Few more weeks before we welcome 2025... Time really flies fast...  I wanted to  share some of my personal "Tita Finds" this year.   Goli Ashwagandha and Magnesium Glycinate - these two products helped me with my sleep problems.  There are also other benefits for taking these supplements.   Ashwagandha - According to webmd.com - it calms the brain, reduce swelling and lower blood pressure.  It also helps in reducing anxiety, insomnia, physical and mental stress.  Magnesium Glycinate - According to healthline.com : Relieves anxiety, improve bone health, lower blood pressure, reduce the risk of stroke, cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes; and helps prevent migraine headaches. Cortizone - I found this gem on my recent US trip.  This truly helps in relieving  itch from bug/insect bites, rashes and minor skin irritation on which I am really prone.  I hope it will be available here in the Philippines soon. Some By Mi spot / ...

When all are still eyeing the Labubus... me I am going back to what I originally love... Sanrio!!!  I already have a couple of Labubus, I think that's enough.  But for Hello Kitty or Sanrio stuff I can never have enough. (*wink) Top Toy is a collectible toy dream factory in China which was established in 2020.  So yes, the Sanrio Character Latte Baby comes in a blind box.  It's either you have to buy the whole set to get the character that you want.  There's no secret edition on this series, but I tell you all of them are so cute. The Sanrio Latte Baby V1 set includes: Hello Kitty Strawberry Latte, Cinnamoroll Sea Salt Latte, Kuromi Taro Latte, My Melody Peach Latte, Pochaco Mint Latte and Pompompurin Pudding Latte. The bag pendant measures approximately 15.5cm in height dressed in pastel colored onesie pajamas.  These cutesy charms are undeniably super adorable. Labubus are cute but Sanrio will still be the cutest for me.  Yes I do gave in to this - I...