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source: Google One the hardest financial milestone is making your first P100,000.00.  Slow progress on the early stages of saving but when you get used to it, you will realize that you should have started it years back.   It will be hard to start especially nowadays when the inflation is high, all the commodities are expensive as well as the utilities.  To achieve this you should be focus on the goal : increase your income, maintain regular savings rate.  (Save now, "Luho" later). source: Google Here are some start up tips: Start an Emergency Fund : I have already discussed this few years ago.  How to start or set it up.   Emergency Fund -What it is or how to set it up?  (click in the link). Pay off high-interest Debt :  Eliminate your debt, this includes your credit card debt.  It's okay to use a credit card, but make sure you pay it all up in full on it's due date so it  will not earn interest. Keep cost of living low :...

Another cute collaboration from Starbucks Philippines...  Meet the Cinnamoroll x Starbucks collection.  The new collection is composed of 8 drink wares and 2 merchs.  It's available on all Starbucks stores.   Don't be surprised when you go to the store and these cuties are not on display.  You need to ask the Barista about it.  Which I felt is a bit odd?  Well, it's their rule.. we cannot do something about it.     Stainless Steel Doina tumbler 16oz These cuties were dropped last June 2, 2026. If you ask me what are my favorites?  As you all know I am really a Hello Kitty fan...Cinnamoroll is equally cute, but I made a promise that I will not buying any drink ware this year.  I am contemplating to get the 16oz Stainless steel Doina tumbler with handle (P2,195.00) .   Here are the other available drink wares and merchandise: Mook Stainless Water bottle 11oz P2,495.00 Zane Stainless Steel tumbler 12oz P1,595.00...

As promised I want to share what fits in my Miss Fluffy bag .  It's a 25cm bag (same shape as a Birkin ).  It comes with a detachable strap but for me I prefer carrying her without it. For me the bag is best used for coffee or lunch dates...I don't really use this as my work bag.   It does not fit so much stuff..  (maybe I just a person who brings so much stuff .. *wink!)  Here are the things inside my Miss Fluffy bag: Key wallet Small Kate Spade wallet Two mobile phones Medicine pouch Cosmetic pouch Card wallet Car keys  Foldable ecobag The bag really sends good vibes every time I use it.  It literally smiles back...♥

I watched this film yesterday... honestly, in order the understand and appreciate the movie, you should have seen the first which was shown 20 years ago. I loved the first one, that is why I am so excited to see the sequel.  Though entertaining, I found it lacks something.. "parang bitin".   This film shows us how print media (hardcopy magazines) is now replaced by digital content .  The shift that has a big impact on people who does not want to embrace change.  It's like vlogging is more popular than blogging .  Personally, I still blog but that does not mean that I am not open to change, but I feel I can express myself more on writing than doing video or reels. source: Google I truly enjoyed the fashion scenes: filming the scenes in the actual fashion week (at the Dolce & Gabbana Milan show) for authenticity. The cameo of Donatella Versace and Lady Gaga .  The OOTD's of Andy - super love!  My fave? - the patchwork maxi dress worn by Anne ...

I am writing this as a tribute to my Tita Linda who has passed away last March.  Honestly, I still can't believe that she's gone.  On my mind, it's like that she is in her home... just chilling and watching her favorite videos, live streaming of mass on her iPad.  And I am not sure if I could finish this without being emotional. I did a eulogy on the last day of her wake.. But I felt it was too short... (" bitin" )  and I want to honor her more. Who is my Tita Linda? To her siblings and close relatives she's their "ATE Linda" (eldest sister) To my cousins she's Tita.. To her friends - Linda... To her PGH workmates she's Miss Santos... To me I call her Tita but definitely she's my second mom. ( I am her loyal PA - personal assistant, sidekick, "dakilang alalay".. hihi) For those who don't know, I grew up with her... I spent my school breaks, Christmas vacations, with her (and my grandparents).  She always take me with her at ...

Who has not received a Trader Joe's tote as a "pasalubong" from your friends and family from the US?  This canvas tote have became one of the most coveted reusable bags worldwide.  Even well-known celebrities carry them.  It actually became a high fashion item..  2026 is the year when the world intensifies shifting to sustainability : By avoiding the use of single use plastic bags in order to protect the environment.   Here are some of the trendy reusable bags you can find: Classic Mini Tote Halloween Theme Mini Tote Easter Theme Mini Tote Easter Theme Large Tote Classic Large Totes are available in Blue, Red and Green Trader Joe's Tote - comes in two sizes Mini and Large.  This tote really started the trend.  It retails at $2.99 - $3.99 (approx. P180.00 - P265.00 each) according to Forbes online to is being sold on Ebay up to $50,000.00.  The tote also comes in variety of colors and designs, but the most popular is their classic tote with ...