Dreaming of Snow

Coming from a tropical country, it's been a long dream of mine to experience snow! 
Oh, making snow angels, snowball fights, winter coats and making my very own Mr. Snowman! 
Insha'Allah!
I know I'll be able to do all of these soon. 
Am also day dreaming of Blair Waldorf's winter outfits...or of Queen B's closet. 
Awww... I miss Gossip Girl. 
Am seriously giving it a thought of watching a few episodes any time soon! 

Have a great day.

Cheers to everyone on this bright Saturday morning! 

Chocolates Anyone?

It was two days ago when I had visited the Qatar Airways Staff Shop and found these. 
I must admit that I am not really a heavy chocolate eater (yeah, aside from some cravings at times) however, I could not resist buying these. 
These are by Lindt: Strawberry Cheesecake, Crunchy Nougat and Caramel Brownie. 
The ones below are from Cabdury's Marvellous Creations: Cookie Gummy Crunch and Jelly Popping Candy. 
They do bring back childhood memories. 
When I was in grade school, there used to be a lady who sells candies, toys and other stuffs outside our school. 
I would save up my allowance and buy a box of Nerds or Popping Candies :) 
I've read somewhere that eating chocolates in moderation is healthy. 
Anyways, too much of something is bad enough. 

Leaving you with these munchies in mind. 
Ciao! 

Nivea Skin Care

Am just relieved that the weather here in Doha is cooling down a bit. 
I do like it when it's colder (even if I am always a victim of flu). 
With this, my skin is also getting flaky and super dry. 
I am a big fan of body butters but there are times when I feel that they are too heavy on the skin. 
I've found this Nivea Cocoa Butter and I don't regret getting it. 
The same goes for the Nivea Creme, though it's my first time to use it, it is indeed moisturizing. 
I've read in an artist's post on Instagram that she puts the creams in the refrigerator so it has a cooling effect on the skin. 
I did the same and the effect is surprisingly amazing: my skin became lively and the dark circles/eye bags are lessened. The same thing for the breakouts and blemishes however, it does not lighten the dark spots yet - that I will have to watch out for. 
Try it too and let me know how it goes! 

Not Stressfully...But Passionately Yours

Whoa! 
That was quick! I was just on a looonggg vacation and it's been almost two weeks since I came back. 
Well, I came back recharged and with a clear head: I was able to think through some stuffs and plan a bit. 
I came across this quote on Instagram and is quite timely. 
Stress is unavoidable; I think it's about how people handle it. 
I had promised myself that I won't be complaining much and focus my energy on other things and activities instead. 
Am quite a chronic complainer I must admit and it is not doing me any good! 
Ughh, all of the negative energy and vibes are not quite helpful. 
And this passage says it all...
I shall try my best to be passionate and positive again about work. 
There was one motivational video of Zig Ziglar about a lady who is not motivated to work anymore, has too many complaints. 
And guess what was the advice that he had given? 
He asked her to write down the good things about her job: good pay, twice a week days off, health insurance, etc. and read these every single morning. 
After a week or so (am not quite sure of this one), the lady said that the people around her changed. 
Work has become lighter and Life is less stressful. 
She did not realize that it was her who had actually changed! 
So I shall do the same. 
I am very grateful and thankful for the opportunities and am positive that I can stay as long as I can; 
be passionate as I can be. 
Remember: Do what you love; Love what you do. 

Happy Thoughts Only

Sending everyone only positive vibes! 

Negativity does not do us anything good. 

I was in a deep, depressed mood and Alhamdullilah was able to swing back towards happiness. 

Might be because of personal strains or stress at work. 

Every once in awhile I do feel sad and down so I had turned to reading - only those that could lift my spirits up, lessen checking on my Facebook account, unfollowed as much people as I can and stayed away from the negative ones. Am not watching drama or emotionally packed series or films and switched on to comedy :) A little online window shopping and make up video tutorials also helped. 

My vacation is almost over and I can say that I had bounced back a bit and am looking forward to what is ahead of me. 

Cheers everyone!

Stay positive! 

Eid Mubarak

Eid Mubarak to all my Muslim friends! 
May Allah continue to bless and guide us!

Purple Love

Hello! 
Purple is love. 
I've realized that I have loads of all things purple. 
Also this is my first attempt on taking flat lay photos. 
Am still learning on the lighting and stuffs. 
Wish me luck! 

Manhattan Love Story

Looking for another "kilig" series?
Then count this one in! 
A story about a young gal from Britain who moved to Manhattan to pursue her dreams and was set up to date her best friend's brother in law, who happens to be such a playboy. 
It deals with the ups and downs of dating, love and being intimate. 
Another kilig story that I totally like and for sure you will definitely too! 

Stop Worrying!

Hello! 
With today's busy life/lifestyle, stop worrying about stuffs. 
Pray and live your life to the fullest every single day. 
Have a great Thursday everyone!

The Mindy Project

Yay! 
The Mindy Project's Season 4 is on! 
I've loved Mindy since I watched the rerun of this series pilot episode. 
She is so bubbly and offers a different take on comedy. 
I do love her outfits as well. 
Ciao! Ciao!
Have to watch it already! 

Himalaya Peel Off Mask and Skin Lite Masks

Hi there! 
I would just like to share these beauty finds that I had discovered from the grocery store (found these in Food Palace in Al Sadd Street). 
Visible blackheads and whiteheads are not a good sight. 
Was in search of the Freeman one but I cannot seem to find any and I stumbled upon the ones from Himalaya. 
I've always love the products from Himalaya especially the mud and fruit masks that they have. 
The Almond and Cucumber Peel Off Mask smells divine and is very refreshing on the skin. 
You will have to cleanse your face first before applying this one. 
It dries off in 10-15 mins (which is quite enough for you to do other tasks) and you can simply peel it off gently. 
The Skin Lite Masks on the other hand made my skin softer and revived. 
Think about the pricey treatments at the beauty and facial centre about these. 
It won't hurt to give these a try.

Making Sense of the Kagandahan Concept

Hey Pretty! 
Yes, you, the one reading this! 
Bakit di ka makapaniwala? 
You are indeed beautiful! 
To be frank, minsan insecure ako: bakit hindi ako maputi, bakit hindi pang model ang aking height, bakit sensitive ang aking skin, bakit wavy lagi ang akin hair, at iba pang mga bakit. 
Maybe that's the reason why I don't like Barbie (the doll). Haha. 
She is so perfect...the body shape, that long blonde hair, a cute boyfriend and a sexy crew. 
I know maraming nakakarelate. 
Minsan pagbukas ko ng Facebook, hala, andami mga pampaputi na inooffer, mga pampaganda, pampasexy at kung anu-ano pang pampa... 
Nakapagtry na din ako nyan, ung whitening lotion, kasi justified naman at napaka init sa gitnang silangan, pag medyo maikli na ung sleeves ng shirt ko eh kita ang tan lines. Hahaha. 
Ung Ate na binilihan ko tinanong ulet ako after a few weeks kung order daw ba ulet. Kako meron pa. Sabi nya, talaga, di mo ginagamit? At the back of my head, I was thinking, ummm, ano ba tong lotion na ito, pinapahid or iniinom...Nakakalimutan ko din kasi. Adik ako sa lotion and my husband can attest to that. Un nga lang na-dry ang aking sensitive skin when I used this one. But am trying to finish it off. 
The funny thing is we try so hard to be white and ung mga iba gustong gusto ang kulay kayumanggi at ilang oras nagbibilad to achieve our glow. 
Pag nasa mall ka, ung suot lagi ng manekin ang gaganda parang bagay sa yo. 
They seem to be whispering "Buy me", "Take me home with yah!". 
Anyways, graduate and nakamove on na ko dyan. Last week lang ulet ako nakatuntong sa mall. 
Yes, at nakapagmall tour ako. Hahaha. 
Ung basics lang binili ko: flats kasi lagi lang ako nagstairs pag pumapasok ako (pa-health buff kuno); ilang shirts that I can pair off with slacks or jeans and a bit of make up (di man halata, mahilig po ako sa make up, so alam nyo na what to get me for Eid). 
Pati ung ibang mga models and artista minsan exaggerated naman na (I have to mention na hindi naman lahat, kasi meron na kahit walang makeup and pagsuotin mo ng white shirt and jeans plus tsinelas ay maganda pa din). 
May kung anu-ano na treatments to keep them pretty...kung sa bagay, that is part of their job, to always look flawless. 
Kaya minsan gusto din natin na ganun. Kaya lang di naman tayo artista? 
I do exert effort to look presentable but is that all? 
It pays off when you always look "good", kagalang-galang ika nga. 
But you don't always have to break the bank just to have that bag. 
You can also check the tons of DIY beauty tips online, medyo napupuyat ako ngayon sa Pinterest, most of the things there are found in your kitchen/pantry. 
Buy during the sale season and try to have it ordered online. Kasi pupusta ako, pag sa mall ka pa pumunta for sure may mabibili ka na di mo talaga kelangan. 
Of course, when you look good, you do feel good but come to think of it, the same thing applies if you do good things to others di ba? 
Do a good deed every day. Especially kung bad trip ka and when nothing seems to work out right. 
It will lighten up your burden.
When you know that you did something really extraordinarily good, people can see that "shine". 
Every one is beautiful in their own, unique way. May kanya-kanya tayong ganda. 
Just make sure na di lang ang panlabas ang kagandahan, pati ugali din. 
Recently, I finally realized, it pays off to have a good,beautiful heart and from there I gained back my confidence. 
Do good things. 
Disregard the insecurities. 
Love your own skin. 
You are beautiful! 
#MahalinAngSarili 
Go girl! 

Addicted to Sticks...Are you?

Loving these sticks! 
Maxfactor CC Sticks are very handy plus they do have a powdery feel when applied.
There is always a CC Stick for your need - concealing dark or red spots as well. 
Am also loving Revlon Colorstay Ultimate Suede. 
If you are looking for a vamp up look, try NYX in Medussa and you'll definitely stand out. 

Happy Saturday!

Today's mantra :)  Have a safe and fulfilling weekend everyone!

Happy Saturday!

Whatever it is that you are going through... Don't ever...ever give up... 

Sakto!

Lam mo yung feeling na minsan you are at the point of exploding?  Hahaha.  Well, sabi ko nga lagi...Tiis Ganda ang puhunan to survive in this cruel world.  Less reklamo at angal... More kilos at dasal...