I was trying to fix our wedding blog and ended up changing mine too. Just something blue and something new...
Just simply bored.
New do for the Blairbitch
Wednesday, February 14, 2007
Two years ago, I saw Teri Hatcher and her daughter in a magazine wearing matching Crocs. They were green. I thought it was so cute so I looked for it in the US while I was there. I never did get around buying a pair but was so happy when I found out they sold them here. Fast forward two years later and I'm still Croc-less.Last night after Valentine's dinner with my family at Tatami in Serendra, we walked around and my mom saw the Crocs store. She demanded a pair from my dad as a Valentine's gift. So there we were, buying Crocs. My mom chose the red Maryjanes. I was seething with envy! Tini thought of giving me one for Christmas but for some weird reason he didn't. I found out about it and never forgave him for it!
I'm really a Havaianas girl but maybe a pair of Crocs -- ballet flats or Maryjanes -- wouldn't be so bad.
Monday, February 12, 2007
and the Grammy goes to...
Country singers had a big night. Dixie Chicks went home with five awards despite having a controversial year because of their anti-Bush comments. Carrie Underwood also was a big winner, a testament that American Idol does dish out quality performers. Of course there's Mary J. Blige and Red Hot Chili Peppers.
Wait... I'm not here to announce the winners of the Grammy... but the best dressed... those that I loved anyway.
My ultimate fave... Christina Aguilera's white suit. Androgenous-ly sexy!
Shakira... those hair don't lie! Lovin' the dress but not the hair!
Corrine Bailey Rae. Simple elegance for a soulful lady.
Carrie Underwood going with metallic.
Wait... I'm not here to announce the winners of the Grammy... but the best dressed... those that I loved anyway.
My ultimate fave... Christina Aguilera's white suit. Androgenous-ly sexy!
Shakira... those hair don't lie! Lovin' the dress but not the hair!
Corrine Bailey Rae. Simple elegance for a soulful lady.
Carrie Underwood going with metallic.(pictures from wireimage.com)
Friday, February 9, 2007
I'm sore and groggy but lovin' it!
My friend Tin-tin suddenly calls up one afternoon asking if I wanted to try Bikram Yoga with her. Bikram what?! She told me it was different from the yoga we were used to. We'd be in a hot room. She wanted to look sexy in her wedding gown. That was enough for me to say yes! I wanna look hot in my wedding gown too!
Earlier this evening I found out what "hot" meant in Bikram Yoga. It really means HOT!!! I saw about four or five heater-like machines. It said 29 degrees. Argh! After a couple of poses I was really sweating like a pig! My face was literally melting. But I just kept on going. My inspiration was our instructor... nice legs, flawless skin and no tummy!
We wanted to do it about two to three times a week. We realized it ain't happenin' baby!
I love the cleansing feeling after yoga. It really clears my head and I feel the toxins slipping away.
I need a new mat. And outfits. And maybe shoes. Oh no...
PYE TRINIDAD (Instructor)
2314 Morado St., Dasmarinas Vill., Makati City
MWF 730; TTH 630; Sun 300
My friend Tin-tin suddenly calls up one afternoon asking if I wanted to try Bikram Yoga with her. Bikram what?! She told me it was different from the yoga we were used to. We'd be in a hot room. She wanted to look sexy in her wedding gown. That was enough for me to say yes! I wanna look hot in my wedding gown too!
Earlier this evening I found out what "hot" meant in Bikram Yoga. It really means HOT!!! I saw about four or five heater-like machines. It said 29 degrees. Argh! After a couple of poses I was really sweating like a pig! My face was literally melting. But I just kept on going. My inspiration was our instructor... nice legs, flawless skin and no tummy!
We wanted to do it about two to three times a week. We realized it ain't happenin' baby!
I love the cleansing feeling after yoga. It really clears my head and I feel the toxins slipping away.
I need a new mat. And outfits. And maybe shoes. Oh no...
PYE TRINIDAD (Instructor)
2314 Morado St., Dasmarinas Vill., Makati City
MWF 730; TTH 630; Sun 300
Thursday, February 8, 2007
I’ve always believed little girls are never too young to start being kikay. I found a place where these aspiring kikays are truly welcomed, it’s called Dashing Diva.
A month ago, I went to Dashing Diva to have my nails done. When I got there, a little girl, still in her stroller, was having her nails done too! How adorable! So, when my favorite godchild’s birthday came a few weeks later, my birthday gift to her was a day of pampering at Dashing Diva!
Last weekend I set an appointment for a Little Diva Manicure and Pedicure. She was kinda cranky when we got there because everybody knew about the surprise and nobody would tell her. But her face slowly lit up when she realized what was going to happen. The manicurist handed her a booklet of nail art she could choose from. Balloons, cakes, flowers and fishes were just some of the designs. She chose cherries for her hands and strawberries for her toes. We gave instructions not to push her cuticles anymore, just buffing and filing.
The nail polish they used had a tip similar to a sign pen. They had another one with a finer brush for easier application. We were amazed at the precision… and of course, patience of the manicurist! When she finished with the hands they dried it with a drying machine. They did the same thing on her toes. Their drying machine is great because it really keeps the polish stay longer.
The whole afternoon her hands were in constant flip because she was afraid of ruining her nails. Monday in school she took off her shoes and socks to show off the strawberries on her toes to her classmates. I hope I haven’t created a monster! But one good thing that came out of it was so far, she stopped thumb sucking! I know moms have a hard time weaning their kids out of it. Here’s a tip though, Dashing Diva sells a clear polish called Don’t Bite. It has a bitter taste that discourages nail-biting, and even kids from sucking their thumb! 
A month ago, I went to Dashing Diva to have my nails done. When I got there, a little girl, still in her stroller, was having her nails done too! How adorable! So, when my favorite godchild’s birthday came a few weeks later, my birthday gift to her was a day of pampering at Dashing Diva!
Last weekend I set an appointment for a Little Diva Manicure and Pedicure. She was kinda cranky when we got there because everybody knew about the surprise and nobody would tell her. But her face slowly lit up when she realized what was going to happen. The manicurist handed her a booklet of nail art she could choose from. Balloons, cakes, flowers and fishes were just some of the designs. She chose cherries for her hands and strawberries for her toes. We gave instructions not to push her cuticles anymore, just buffing and filing.
The nail polish they used had a tip similar to a sign pen. They had another one with a finer brush for easier application. We were amazed at the precision… and of course, patience of the manicurist! When she finished with the hands they dried it with a drying machine. They did the same thing on her toes. Their drying machine is great because it really keeps the polish stay longer.
The whole afternoon her hands were in constant flip because she was afraid of ruining her nails. Monday in school she took off her shoes and socks to show off the strawberries on her toes to her classmates. I hope I haven’t created a monster! But one good thing that came out of it was so far, she stopped thumb sucking! I know moms have a hard time weaning their kids out of it. Here’s a tip though, Dashing Diva sells a clear polish called Don’t Bite. It has a bitter taste that discourages nail-biting, and even kids from sucking their thumb!
Dashing Diva can be a place were moms and daughters of all ages can bond and get pampered at the same time. I’m definitely bringing my godchild there again. This time, my graduation treat for her.
*** Dashing Diva is in Beauty Bar Rockwell and Glorietta
(As posted at www.kikay.exchange.ph)
Saturday, February 3, 2007
Last night, over some steak at Hot Rocks, we finally told my parents about getting married this year. Wew! It was hilarious and scary at the same time. I knew my parents were not going to object but we really couldn't predict how they would react.
Tini gave me the signal and I made introductions. He made his speech... but not without my brother, my cousin giggling and I. I could feel my mom gripping her fork and my dad gripping his bottle of beer. Geez.
It all went okay I guess. We talked about our initial plans already and how to tell everybody in the US, where most of my family are, that they need to come home this Christmas.
So, it's December this year. No exact date yet coz we can't decide where the reception will be. We have a church already and as much as possible I'd like that to be non-negiotiable. Dela Strada is very special to us.
Now the craziness begins!
Tini gave me the signal and I made introductions. He made his speech... but not without my brother, my cousin giggling and I. I could feel my mom gripping her fork and my dad gripping his bottle of beer. Geez.
It all went okay I guess. We talked about our initial plans already and how to tell everybody in the US, where most of my family are, that they need to come home this Christmas.
So, it's December this year. No exact date yet coz we can't decide where the reception will be. We have a church already and as much as possible I'd like that to be non-negiotiable. Dela Strada is very special to us.
Now the craziness begins!
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