Part of my sidetrip on my vacay to the Kansai region was to visit 3 other towns aside from Osaka namely, Kyoto, Nara and Kobe. Last Oct.17th, I joined a 12-hr sightseeing tour by Limon Shinki Bus Tour. The whole trip was literally just sightseeing and picture-taking as you only get to spend for around 90 minutes per town so therefore, there's little time to shop for that matter.Haha

Anyway, we started at 8am from bus pick-ups at Umeda and Namba-OCAT. We were quite a mix of foreigners who joined the trip so they provided English and Chinese tour guides. Besides that,we were given our itineraries as the tour offers different packages like some do not include meals or others end their trip in Nara only. Mine consisted of having a set lunch instead of a buffet and journey to 3 towns. :)

Japan Tales: OSAKA!

Here goes my yearly travel in Japan! And this time,I fly to the Kansai region,Osaka! ;D

Petite Trends: Mumuso

So I managed to find time over shopping lately inspite of reviewing and working (as usual) and Mumuso has been part of the stores that I often visit to. As most people know, it is a Korean shop that sells products at a very affordable price from cosmetics, electronic accessories and lifestyle items. Hence, here are some of the things that I bought.

Nihao Hong Kong!

After 7 years, we're back in Hong Kong for the third time! Thanks to Fiesta Travel and Tours for our flight tickets :) We purchased it from a Travel Expo last February and their agency gave us a very good deal.However, we didn't go on a packaged tour anymore since we already went to places such as Disneyland and Ocean Park before.Our trip this time covers more on the Kowloon area in terms of sightseeing (and shopping haha!).

Random Musings

I wasn't telling about my activities lately apart from catching up on my travel posts.Generally I have been juggling over work and review all along. It was very difficult dealing with shifting schedules and going to review classes on most of my days off.I even have to cancel (again) my itenerary to the US this month! ;( So yeah, I'm bundled with my career priorities and hopefully ,it all ends soon! Anyhow I'm not really that workaholic since I still get to find time for leisure from online-shopping to movie marathons.I'm currently stoked on Lala Land and Fifty Shades Darker!And yeahp,I'll discuss that further later :)
A few weeks ago, I ordered a leather brown case for my Instax camera from @dealsonline.I bought it for P740 and it comes with a bunch of film stickers and a mini album.I was supposed to buy a film to them also but it was kinda expensive..though the films are very rare.You guys may want to check their online store for your Instax essentials. :) They also have their own app on Google Play for an easy-access to the store.

Here's a haul of my polaroid shots :)
Moving on with the movies, I have watched 2 big movies consecutively and the fangirl in me has risen again.Haha!Call me a bandwagon for watching "La la Land " 'cause it's a Golden Globe win.I became a fan of Emma Stone since then.She's so gorgeous that she and Ryan Gosling made a great pair on the film. I actually adore musical films like this that's why I really don't mind about the load of sing-and-dance scenes.My fav part was the moment when they were dancing on the mountain.The whole film's almost a 10/10 for me but the ending disappointed me (so I gave it an 8 instead). Yes, they didn't go on a happily ever after but the views can be split into 2 which can either be bittersweet or upsetting.It may be sad for Ryan to see her with another man after 5yrs of separation but on the other hand, it may be good seeing both of them successful to reach their dreams. Though in my opinion, it could've gone better if they were together. ;| As for FSD, I believe that my expectations were partially met! Well, it's good to see my Ana & Christian on the big screen again--and to see my favorite part of the series came in action was awesome.It's much better than the first since this was more captured from the book even most of the lines are taken there.Say,"I'm gonna be the boss' boss' boss?" But there are several twists from the movie which gives way to the final book,FSF.Hence,I can't wait for the final sequel next year! ❤️
These are just some of the activities that I've been going up for the past weeks. Sometimes I do take these as a way of distracting myself to move on from a past.'Cause yeah,even when that guy is a thousand miles away,my heart is still shattered from what he had done.But anyway,chickens will come to roost!
'til then!

#2016Memories

2016 has definitely been a year for CHANGE .I've gone through periods of adjustment to survive the year.I couldn't say that it was one of the best but it was fun and thrilling.Although this time,I only have 5 top mems because of such shortcomings ;( Inspite of the drama, I guess it's a disguise that my dream to explore the world came true this year ;) So here goes my top 5 mementos.

#2015 Memories

Basically,2015 has been a lot of ups and downs for me.It was full of trial-and-error periods that at the end,all those hardships were worth achieving.Let it be the events I've attended,the things I started to like and the people who became so important to me.So here goes my traditional rundown of the year ;)

Just when the '-BER' months began...

I'm back.
I wasn't able to write a lot because I have been very very verryyy BUSY. It's been a total whirlwind eversince I started work. This is real nurse sh*t already. The frustrating change of scheds,endless overtimes and restless days---I've been embracing it for the past 8 months.Yet it taught me more to be patient,especially in a cruel job world.Never lose your optimism.
Anyway, lets not go further with my job on this post.

Christmas Wishlist 2015

"Memories" by Lang Leav

-Available in all bookstores!I've read "Lullabies" and "Love and Misadventures" through Ebook already and it was awesome."I Love Him" is my most favorite so far ;) Yet this time,I really wish to have a hardbound copy of her book.please?Haha.

Korean Adult Coloring books

-Available in all bookstores or at the Stockroom at UPTC. Much appreciated if you'd include a set of color pencils as well!! :D

"25" by Adele

-i want the ORIGINAL version please!This just got released and I'm sure it's already in all music stores (preferrably at AstroVision or Odyssey).I'm no Adele fan before but "Hello" got me hooked on her.❤️ The song was even a perfect timing for my current situation lately.Sigh,anyway.

DIY projects from Typo
-"Typo" is located at the ground floor of Trinoma Mall in front of Gift Gate.I prefer a DIY tote bag or the cross-stitch set :D You may visit their instagram site: https://www.instagram.com/typoshop/ for more info.

Rastaclat
-Available at Sole Academy at Katipunan (near KFC) or in Titan at UPTC.I'm a collector of these bracelets and much preferred if I could have either of the ff:


once again, PLEASE BUY THE ORIGINAL.if any of it is not in stock,just don't buy the forest camo,the turquoise and the blue-violet style.I already have them.

So there goes my list so far.I don't think I'll be adding more soon like a watch (G-shock and not digital),camouflage socks or a Pandora charm (but yes,that's very pricey.lol).But PLEASE,lets not go with the fabrics or purses/wallets this time.I have too much of it

(#3) The Petite Trends: During the Holidays..

Finally,a first entry for the year!Sorry it took long, my pc got malfunctioned last time so I wasn't able to blog then.But I'll make it up for this!I've been to a lot during the holiday season and these past few days of January.I spent the Christmas day in a private resort at Laguna while on New year's day,we went ramenized on Ramen Nagi at SM Aura Premier. I really like that ramen place so much; I customize my butao king with a spicy grade of 1. You guys should try it! It's perfect for the cold weather lately :)

Here was the outfit that I wore during the festive season.Paring a blazer with shorts has become a casual trend--like yes,it isn't just for a corporate outfit anymore!Some people also wear it during club parties already. But of course you need to choose the style that doesn't look very business-like if you're gonna use it in a club. I bought mine at Forever21 and indeed, they have several designs of blazers there. I'll post another style of it on instagram :D

Here's another occasion that I wore it which was during my friend's party.

the traditional WISHLIST.

This entry is specifically for my relatives and friends---and for those who'd like to give me a gift this christmas ;p Though as much as possible,please...NO STUFFED TOYS. I have too much of it in my room already.Hence,here's a list of some gift choices for yours truly.Mind you,these items exceed from P1K-1.5K below.And these items excludes clothes and gadgets because they are very pricey and hard to choose when it comes to the clothes.

Any Rillakuma item from HAPPYLAND.From pouches,bags,notebooks but NOT the stuffed toy.The store is located at SM North EDSA,2nd floor beside Book Sale.
instax mini 25 polaroid film. Here's a sample from the fujifilm site: film samples. Either the comic,shiny star or pink dot design is much preferred.But if there are other choices,I'd like a Rilakkuma,Little Twin Star or a Hello Kitty film set instead.Haha :DDD
make-up bags from FOREVER 21.Check out the designs HERE.Any of the designs would do and I assure most of them are available in all branches here in Manila.
"HELLLP Ayoko na Sa Syota Ko" by Ramon Bautista. 

The Hunger Games trilogy set by Suzanne Collins.
a good JAPANESE language book.Yes,I'd like to learn how to speak in Japanese seriously now. :))
I hope it will be followed just like last years' (which i posted 3 days before Christmas.HAHA!) :)) 

'til then!

Parties with my 2 favorites

I've been attending events for the past 2 weeks and I'm so overwhelmed that each of it was with my favorites ❤️ My whole month of August has become so much fun and fearless at the same time! Fearless as I took my IV Therapy training at Capitol Medical Center and it went well. I hated IV injections and I was even so scared to be pricked by it.Yet I suddenly overcome my fears at it as my partner on the training pricked me twice! Hahaha :)) My veins on my hands were quite hard to detect that's why the nurse supervisor suggested to prick me on both hands. I did not mind about it,though. I took it as an experience and went fine. Nonetheless, I look forward to more of my RN trainings soon! :D "let the right job arrive to you on the right moment. #notetoself"

my temporary laid-back situation

It's been 3 weeks of laid back lifestyle and so far, I'm enjoying it. :) The first few days of it was kind of surreal adjusting thyself from being a busy person.To me,it wasn't boring after all; I often go out with my family and friends and even if I stay home at most times,I fill myself in with activities that can divert from boredom.Namely,these are actually things that I did not have the time for when I was busy in the academics.lol.Here's a few to share:

VOTE FOR CARLA D. AS THE NEXT #CaliGirl!

Since CaliBurger is soon to open in the Philippines, they are now in search for the next #CaliGirl!!The winner gets to fly to L.A. and shoot the commercial plus becoming the brand ambassador for this year.So I'm inviting everyone to please support my DJ friend here,Carla Dunareanu!! :)
WHY SHOULD SHE BE THE NEXT #CALIGIRL??
"I should be the Cali Girl because like the Californian spirit,I love the sun,sand and music!!"

VOTING IS EASY!!
Just go to this site:www.premiumcali.com, click on Carla D's name then scroll down to put your name and e-mail add.
VOTING ENDS ON FEB.15th. So what are you waiting for?vote now!!

You may check out @CaliBurgerPH for more of their updates.And you can also follow @itsCarlaD for those who'd like to know more about her :)

'til then!
PS:new new layout!! :D i did all the drawing featuring me and my polaroid which I received last November.Here's how the actual looked like:

Talk about RASTACLATS.

I'd like to introduce this wonderful collection of armbraids from Rastaclats.

taken at Titan store,Two Parkade branch

Rastaclat (rah-stuh-claht): the cloth of the righteous.Rastaclat is dedicated to the spirit of Spreading Positive Vibrations® encouraging individual style, a sense of positivity and freedom of expression. The brand originated at Long Beach, California that sells hand-made accessories of fine quality.They create belts and bracelets made out of hemp or shoelaces.Plus,several of their designs are inspired from famous icons which makes it even cooler! :)
So when I was at Titan, I bought 2 pieces of the bracelets: turquoise and namo(blue & purple) design.The prices depend on the design so I chose two of my favorite colors (and I could've bought a camo one if only it was available.Haha!).



Check out www.rastaclat.com for more of their products.You can buy their products in any Titan outlets here in Manila.Just follow @titan_22 on Twitter for more details :)

New year shopaholic.

Once again, happy new year to all!Hoped y'all had a wonderful start of the year like I do over these past few days. I've been out with my family as we tour my Japanese relatives around the town;and we ended up shopping,shopping,and SHOPPINGGG! :D Not only that, it's like we've been through drinking sessions with them every night!So yep,it was liquor coma this week.But it was fun!I really enjoyed being with them. :)

Our companion during our vacay at the South. ;p
Moving on, it was my first time to go to SM Aura last Wednesday and it was awesome.Inspite that the department store was closed that time,we took a stroll on each store outside instead.Basically,the whole mall is just like a typical SM mall but with bigger shops.Then we had dinner at Mary Grace which is becoming one of my favorite restos already.Aahh,their pasta and cheeseroll is so delicious!Plus apple-cinnamon and honey tea ♥ You guys should try it if you haven't yet!


On that evening also,I went to see the Titan store at High Street to buy Rastaclats as a christmas gift for myself.Haha! It was quite pricey for a shoe-laced armbraid but I really like it with its genuine quality.I'll make a review about it. :)

That's about it for now."My agony" aka school's back for me tomorrow..am I ready for another batch of crammy shizz?! Well,think positive!I'll put my new layout here next week :)

'til then! ;D

Sembreak blurbs

"New Girl" icons courtesy of Me. :) credits to NewGirlOnline for the pics.

Such a short,short sembreak it is!But at some points,I'm quite pleased for getting well-rested over the past few days.I definitely get to do what I want then---read novels,stroll at the mall and watch catch-up series of my favorite shows!Like I said before,I've been watching the 2nd season of "New Girl" on the net and i looove the story so much!❤ Zooey Deschanel and the gang never fails to make me laugh out of their wittiness on each episode.Haha.;D
So second sem aka the very last semester of my academic year starts tomorrow and I'm having psychosomatic feelings lately.I've been getting the nerves of our practicum's deadly 12-hr shift sched as to what they described..-__- Hence, I still try to look at the brighter side of it.As in,this ain't gonna be that tough,right?.Sigh~ I just have to face the perks of always going to school in a bun,with a black bag and no jewelries from now.Ohh student nurse life...Well anyway. ;)
Expect the unexpected!
'til then!

TOYCON 2013!

Yep,it's that time of the season again for cosplays,accessories and most of all,TOYS!!I went with my cousins over for this event and I never thought it'll be that crowded this year!

This is the line from the 2nd floor until 4th floor!We waited for about 2 hours to buy a ticket(P120) but anyway,it was worth it---and good thing it was.Haha :)

There were tons of good stuff at the con this year.Let alone,the three Megatrade Halls at SM Mega is filled with toys...

toys...

and toys(sss)!!!


And this is my most favorite collectible toy that I've seen there...Yotsuba&❤ I grew up reading the manga of this clover-haired girl together with the adorable Danboard.Haha!The figures cost at around P350-P1000.





Other than the random collectible toys,there are superhero stuff at the con!






And the one that i adored here the most is the Iron Man collection.See how Tony Stark looks so hot even as an action figure.hehe!



Here's more toy collections!


figures made out of cardboard boxes.






Superman collection.


Aside from the toys,there are also accessories being sold at the con(in which I usually look forward to) :D Here are polymer clay accessories,knitted accessories,hats,felt-designed hairpins,and comic strip bracelets.









And here's what I bought:star earrings by Kleyland,Macaroon charms by Pandora's Box and bottle cap keychain and necklace by Hodge Podge

And lastly,here are a few peeps that we took a pic with.

my little cousin being hugged by an oreo :)))

'cause he's a blue robot!i don't know what robot it is tho.Hahaha

with my camouflage homies!I didn't expect that I can find them here.Haha!!

So that does it!I'm looking forward to Ozine fest next time :)
'til then!