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source: Google.com Just like that I am celebrating my 30 years in Sta Lucia Realty & Dev., Inc.  Time really flies so fast.  I started working when I was 20 (even turned 21 few days after working).  As I look back, I never thought that I will be staying in the company this long.  Honestly, it's hard to work in a company when you are related with the owners. (well that is the other half of Sta. Lucia).  At first I did not want to work there because I am afraid that people may think that I got in because I am a relative.  I believe I am capable of finding a company where I can showcase my abilities.  Being a graduate from a reputable university - University of Santo Tomas I know I can make it.  I was already accepted in a well-known bank in Makati when my mother told me that my uncle talked to her - because they badly need an accounting graduate.  To make the long story short, being the "obedient" daughter - I said yes... but I gave myself 2 or 3 years.   Fast forward t

I recently found this online... and I am speechless.  As a Hello Kitty fan and collector, I really wanted something that I can use.  Since I love cooking these kitchen gadgets are really a thumbs up! source: Russell Taylors  The Pop-up Toaster:  The toasts pop-up automatically when done .  It also has a cancel function to abort toasting with just a touch.  Voltage: 750watts, 220-240 volts, with 7 shades browning control. source: Russell Taylors The Waffle Maker : Dual heating non-stick plates, Power 850 watts, 220-240 volts.  Plates are non removable. source: Russell Taylors The Hand Blender/Food Processor : Beaker capacity 700ml, Chopper Bowl capacity 500ml, 2 speed setting with stainless steel blades.  Power: 650 watts, 220-240 volts. source: Russell Taylor The Smart Weighing Scale: High Strength tempered glass, tracks progress using Okok app, 12key body composition analysis, all new ABS material, up to 180kg weighing capacity. source: Russell Taylors The Air Fryer: 4.2L 360 degrees

It's been weeks since Halloween but I was not able to share this right away.  It was Mochi's 2nd Halloween: last year he was Paddington Bear.  This year I wanted him to be the Mad Hatter.  I want to share how I made his hat.   First of all, I got the pattern from  www.craftyourhappiness.com  , but I did some changes you may also follow how they did the hat but I tweaked mine.  Since Mochi is a small dog, I photocopied the pattern and reduced the size to 70%.  Theirs is not sewn but since I am using a felt cloth then it had to be sewn. (well, I handsewn it.) Materials: Green felt cloth Green thread, needle, dressmaker pins, and scissors Black Gros grain ribbon Velcro tape Thin black garter Scrapbooking cute materials (for hat design)  Instructions Step 1: Download and print the pattern from  www.craftyourhappiness.com .  Photocopied and reduced the size to 70%. Step 2: Trace and cut to your green felt cloth; Step 3: Sew the hat starting with the crown.  Attach the ends with dres

I remember I wrote about this few years ago  Co-ords Trend 2015♥  and it became a statement look until today.  Going matchy-matchy with your outfits is the safest thing if you feel you are not good in mixing and matching your clothes.  This cohesive look started from a trend and now it became a classic one.  If you are into minimalist but fashionable look this is a must try. You can see a lot of women wearing coordinates or "coords" ("co-ords')  anywhere from malls, party and now a usual airport fashion.  From lounge wear, sweaters + sweat pants, top and skirts co-ords.  Here are some of my Top Coords picks this 2023: source: Zara source: Zara source: Zara source: Zara source: Zara source: Zara source: Zara source: Zara source: Zara source: Zara source: Plains & Prints source: Plains & Prints xo,  Chiq♥

source: Starbucks Philippines Are you ready for this!  November 2, 2023 is the start of the sticker collection for Starbucks Traditions.   I have been collecting their annual planners since 2007.  It has also become my own tradition... New year is not complete without the Starbucks Planner.  A couple of years ago, aside from the planners they have also included limited edition merchandise - from drink wares, wallet and etc. source: Starbucks Philippines It's pink and beige planners for this year! Yey! I am so excited... Gorgeous right?  I am betting on the pink first.  But I love the rose gold pen on the beige.   Drink wares this year - Siren inspired - Stainless tumbler in black, Cold cup with straw & straw cover and classic coffee mug that comes with a tote. source: Starbucks Philippines source: Starbucks Philippines source: Starbucks Philippines I hope I will be able to complete all again this year! (*wink!)   xo, Chiq♥