Tested: Make up workshop in Cebu

The most beautiful make up for a woman is passion! But, cosmetics are easier to buy” – Yves Saint Laurent And they can do the trick: No wonder so many men have trust issue .. blame it on the make up! But honestly, SAHM peeps, who hasn’t dreamed of mastering the magic tips and tricks that would make us look as if had slept 9h straight … Continue reading Tested: Make up workshop in Cebu

Pit Senior ! Welcome to Sinulog!

Another great thing Filipinos do better: Parties! Heart thumping drums and trumpets, breath taking parades, bright an colourful costumes and massive heat : welcome to Sinulog, the most awaited Cebuano grand street parade ! A bit of history (thanks Wikipedia): On April 15, 1521, the Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan arrived and planted the cross on the shores of Cebu, claiming the territory for Spain. He presented the image … Continue reading Pit Senior ! Welcome to Sinulog!

Best and cheapest way to digest the French elections: Try Hot Yoga

  After the results of the last French elections, I decided to change my diet: I’ll always keep the espresso, but I am going newsfree and I am enrolling in a new yoga class. When you can not change the situation, at least you can try to change the effects it has on you. I wanted to try something totally new, so I signed for Hot … Continue reading Best and cheapest way to digest the French elections: Try Hot Yoga

Did you know that Santa is working undercover in the streets of NYC ?

In the cold streets of New York, a particular Santa hadn’t waited for Christmas to warm people’s hearts and put a big smile on their face.. If you haven’t recognised him, it’s because he is working under cover: look for a tattooed Filipino hairdresser in his early 30. Distinguishing mark: His sack turned satchel with a bunch of brushes and scissors. “It’s all about being grateful and sharing my gift” … Continue reading Did you know that Santa is working undercover in the streets of NYC ?

Quote Challenge Day 2 : nature …

“For the nature of things, if we rightly consider, every green tree is far more glorious than if it were made of gold and silver” – Martin Luther Day 2 is dedicated to Nature, essential to my physical and spiritual well being. I know the 3 bloggers I am nominating feel the same, so tatata, ladies and gentlemen, welcome the greatissimo Hubert from Active Outside … Continue reading Quote Challenge Day 2 : nature …

A Mundane Monday from the Japanese toilets …

What’s more Mundane than a WC? I am the proud Mum of 2 toddlers, hence fluent in “pipi, poopoo”. The toilet stop with hyperactive kids is dreadful, as toilets are never clean enough, kids need to be carried, the cabin is always too small for 3 ( me and the kids, together no matter what!). At least mine don’t need nappies anymore. Sounds familiar?.. Then … Continue reading A Mundane Monday from the Japanese toilets …