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Yes, it's true!  For  Starbucks and Snoopy Collectors this news has been circulating the net months already and it's really happening. In celebration of  Charlie Brown's 60th Anniversary .  (Manifesting - Hello Kitty again before the year ends - November maybe for her birthday?!) 🤞 Let's go back on this upcoming collaboration.  As Snoopy/Peanuts returns this 2026 at Starbucks with the The Great Pumpkin collection perfect for fall season.  The collection is set to be launched on September 15th in the United States, Canada, Latin America, Caribbean, Europe, Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific.  According to my Tweety bird (i also have one.. hihi) - it will released here in the Philippines . (But not sure which of the 10 collectibles will be available - hopefully all of them). It was expected that the Snoopy cold glass cup will be the most wanted on the collection.   Hopefully I will be able to get one for my collection.   The Gr...

source: Action City website I know it's been a while since my last entry... I have been busy with work, but now I am back for September. 😉   You all know that I am so into cute things... Lately I came across this cutesy bag charm that is a mini version of the Miss Fluffy Bag .  The bag charm is inspired by the popular Birkin and Kelly with tiny legs and of it literally smile back like Miss Fluffy bag.  source: Action City These cuties are sold blind boxes and comes in 8 different colors and just like Pop mart blind boxes it also has a secret rare pull.  It's dual purpose, aside from it being a bag charm you can also use this as a coin purse, air pods/ear phone case, lippy or any small trinkets case. I wanted to have this badly because it's perfect for my Miss Fluffy bag.  Luckily, a friend went to Singapore - I asked her to buy me one blind box.  Say hello to my frist Lollipoppi   Coco Cream !♥   Til next time.. xo,Chiq♥

Yes, after all these years I am still into it.  When others have upgraded to digital journaling I stayed with paper.  People may say I am a " lumang tao " (old person, ancient) but I do love jotting notes or writing.  When all of us have been into texting a lot of us have forgotten how to write.  Journaling helped me exercise my hand.. and not forget how to write especially in this era.  I tried to bring back my old penmanship which had changed all these years... because we got used on using keyboards.   As I have shared few years ago (2018) , the  Benefits of having a journal   - I still do have the same reasons, that is why I continue doing it.  It de-stresses me... it also serves as a reminder notebook of the things I need to do and etc. Having a journal is just like have a bestie right in your drawer: where you can share your daily thoughts, challenges, reminders... and others. Through the years, different kind of journals have emerg...

Yes, you all read it right... just like that my little boutique is 15.   My story: What started as a handmade headbands and accessories shop on Multiply (August 5, 2011) ... is now on it's Crystal Anniversary.  It took weeks before I was noticed and sold my first headband and it felt really good.  With P500.00 as my initial capital...  going to Divisoria to buy materials, making the headbands, bracelets and necklaces after work and during weekends... I put a lot of love and hard work to it.  I cannot imagine that I could reach this milestone.  It's not an easy journey... there are good and bad days... but I endured.  Especially now with the growth of online shops (who do live selling - which I can't do)  and inflation (played a vital role - "mahirap ang buhay"), I admit  my sales really went down... but I know I should not give up...  and be resilient... because I know tomorrow is another day...  Where I got my shop name? ...

Apple pay is the mobile payment service of Apple... and it has arrived here in the Philippines!  When I was in the US two years ago, they are already using it there.  I remember the first QR that was uploaded in my Apple wallet was my Shell Go+, now I can add my Debit/Credit card.  Now embracing this era as a Gen X. Haven't tried to use it yet but I have already set up and added my Credit Card.  FYI, at this moment not all banks can be added to Apple Pay... maybe soon more and more banks can be added.  I was able to add my China Bank Credit Card . This is how to set up on your iPhone : In your iPhone open the Wallet App . Tap the Plus icon (+) found on the upper right corner of the screen. Select Debit/Credit card and press/tap Continue . Manually or you may place your card near the back of your iPhone to scan it.  (In my case I chose to enter my details manually). Verification process: you may choose either via SMS or Email. - you will receive a one t...

Another Starbucks Bearista Cup coming soon in the Philippines ... The black cap + green apron that symbolizes a true Starbucks Barista .  I am not yet sure if this is a Philippine Exclusive , because I tried checking online if this was or will be released worldwide.  As of this writing I haven't found any.  Anyway, I am truly excited about this... a great addition to my collection. 😉

The Pink Bearista cup has landed on Starbucks Philippines !🩷  Starbucks Philippines uploaded this on their socials yesterday.  I am glad that they brought this here... I was not able to get the Bearista with green bonnet , so I got a dupe .  I woke up early so I will be able to drop by the stores, so I could get one.. I checked online at around 4am no postings on their official store. I visited two stores (on my way to work) - Sta. Lucia and Robinsons Mall, unfortunately it was not available in-store.  The Bartista told me that it's exclusively available online.  So I presumed that they released it at 12am (July 13, 2026).  Felt hopeless already...  (sigh) But at around 8am, Starbucks PH posted that it was already available on their Lazada Official Store .  I readily opened my blue selling app... and Whoala! I got mine! Price: P1,895.00  At last! I got my own original Pink Bearista Cup ... Can't wait to get my hands on you!♥ Yes, I wasn't...

Bag girlies!!  When Miu miu Beau bag was released last 2024, I totally fell in love with it..  The bag is so classic, it's still on demand and trending after two years after it's launch. (I am one who got so into that bag - *wink!).  This Spring/Summer 2026 expect new bowling bags (doctor's, east-west) are coming - with architectural arc, more structured and half moon handles. Mango Jacquard Bowling bag   P4,595.00 Mango Bowling bag buckle P3,295.00 Maise Carryall bag $448.00 Tory Burch Small Moto Quilt Bowler P24,500.00 Miu Miu Beau Bowling bag €1,965.00 Chloé Bowling bag embellished with charms €1,640.00

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 ...