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source: Google.com When you reach the Google Adsense threshold (in my case) here in the Philippines it's $100.00, you are now eligible for payment.  Keep in mind that your account should be verified first before you can receive payment.  To be verified you will receive a Google Adsense Pin which will be sent to you by postal mail within 2 to 4 weeks.  It took a month before I received mine  because of the pandemic, I entered it as soon as I got it (Pin validity is 4 months from the date your pin was generated and if you don't update your account your ads will stop showing). After entering the pin and verfying my account  I added my bank information where the payment will be sent.  Before you can choose whether to receive it via Western Union but now payouts are sent by wire transfer to your bank.  For me, I think it's more convenient.  How to add your bank information: Log in to your Google Adsense account Click on PAYMENTS Then go to "How to get paid", and click

source: Sephora.com For those who is not familiar with this make up line, it's owned by Patrick Starrr.  Patrick Starrr is a Fil-American make up artist who recently launched his own make up brand.  Honestly, I have learned about this brand through the vlog of Small Laude, when she had a collaboration with Patrick Starrr.   I admit (super curious) really wanted to try it.  I have tried American make up brands like Clinique and Colour pop and they did not disappoint.  So why not try One/Size to support a fellow Filipino.   One/Size is available in Sephora Philippines online:  One/Size on Sephora PH .  Since I have a hard time sourcing Clinique Super powder double in Matte Honey, I decided to try it's powder foundation.  What's good about the Sephora website they can help you find your shade.  To find your matching shade: just choose the brand, product and shade.  In  my case, I chose my favorite Clinique shade - and the best match is One/Size Turn up the Base Versatile powde

source: google (ctto) Have you experienced fitting your favorite outfit and it does not fit anymore?  Or your clothes size started from Small and now you are either Large or Extra Large.  It's really depressing, right?! As people get older, based on my personal experience maintaining our usual weight becomes really difficult i.e., even if we don't really change our eating habits.  Honestly this had brought me a lot of stress and anxiety especially when I turned 50 last January.  Yes, I am aware that weight gain as we grow old is inevitable but let's face it this really affects us.  Especially when someone comes up to you and tell you: "Uy, ang taba mo!"  (Hey, you gained weight!)  Things we don't really want to hear, especially when you are in your peri menopause or menopause because women are more sensitive during this stage in their lives.  I exercise regularly, walk and use stairs instead of using the elevator and the escalators at work... I am always on th

Small or tiny bags are not new... Last year I also wrote about mini bags but this time one of the hottest trends this year is none other than the mobile phone bag.  Small bag but more functional, one that does not only fit your mobile phones but you can also your car key's, credit/bank cards and a lippy.  These bags are great for traveling. Here are some functional tiny bags for the budget conscious and to those who are into luxury ones:    Zara Nylon phone bag - P1,495.00  Source: Zara.com Zara Contrast Phone bag - P2,595.00 Source: Zara.com Kate Spade Manhattan Mini tote - $248.00 source: katespade.com Kate Spade Manhattan Striped Mini Tote - $248.00 source: katespade.com T Monogram Colorblock Jacquard Mini Tote - $428.00 source: toryburch.com Furla Essential Mini bag S Salvia C  source: furla.com Louis Vuittion Petit Sac Plat source: louisvuitton.com Dior Mini Book Tote Phone bag source: dior.com Do you think this cute bag will fir your lifestyle? xo, Chiq♥