Penny for your thoughts.

If you are not the first and can't be the last: be the significant in-between.

-R.D.V. (2011 November)

Paper and Passion.

Inspiring words to live by :)

Note: Photos are from SpreeCreations SC page.

One of my close friend actually started her own business. Inspired by her longing to apply her aesthetic prowess in the material she would often use: paper, she launched SpreeCreations SC.

Such a feat, I’d say considering that there are only a few who would dare to venture because of feeble excuses or, no excuse at all. Nowadays, people are drenched in their own fears of what may come – negatively and not see the infinite possibility first. She was among those who were bold enough to chase reality. I relate this to the different personal stories I hear, about how they could not start their own business because of this and that. Yes I know that it is risky to start your business, but if you think of it as a passion rather than a financial thing only, then everything else will follow.

Why don’t you see for yourself what my friend has to offer? I’m sure you will fall in love with what SpreeCreations SC has: quality work woven with quirky designs. It’s a must for those who simply want to put a zest in their daily routine. And would suit as a perfect gift for the holidays!

'til next post!

Ciao,

Maddie <3

Majo Majo: My first ever MU workshop.

In all my obsession with make-up, I have never been to a make-up workshop ever. My closest so far is only through Youtube.com. Well all of that changed when I got the most exciting news (at that time hahaha!) so far. I got in for free in Studio SnRxMajo Majo workshop.

I was really ecstatic over it, until I realized how horrible I look. That was no joke. My face was all red and blotchy from pimple marks, and on top of that I was still on the first week of my medication. A few days before the event, I was apprehensive on whether I should go. But in the end, heck do I care. It would be such a waste not to go (Talagang makap lang ang fez ko haha!).

Arriving at the event (I was late again), it was already halfway through the tutorial for day eye make-up. Since I was late, I just focused on taking shots of the goodies in the table.



I got so intrigued by this! I'm gonna buy this next time :)



Hello there! What sweet surprise do you have for me.

After the tutorial, we were shown the other products by Majo Majo. It was both a yey and nay for me. The former because I got to test the products without a S.A. following you around (I am the leave-me-for-awhile type of buyer). The latter - I could not test the products directly on my face. Ouch!



Aurora Tear Liner

We also had our break which served as the continuation for us to ask more questions from the MUA. I liked how they were attending to each participant.







 The experience for me was memorable and at the same time just okay. Memorable, because I really learned a lot about eye make-up (And despite my condition at that time, people there were really kind and polite). Just okay, because, well of some factors. Of course one (and the number 1)  factor is that I was still conscious of how ridiculous I looked at that time. The other factor is the presence of the oh-so-awkward dead air. It is really important for me that Before the event, I thought the workshop would be all about make-up - face, eyes and so on. But I was surprised that only the eye make-up was taught. Ms. Sydney explained to us that each brand has its own make-up specialty, it so happened that Majo Majo is known for their eye make-up.

PS. Ms. Sydney is really sweet. She personally talked to me and gave me some advice.

In the end, I am happy because I went there. If I had not, then there would be no post about this one; I should not have met Ms. Sydney; and I should not have known how brave I was for exposing myself to all those pretty ladies (Yuck. I sound as if I did something bad haha).

'til next post!

Ciao,

Maddie <3

Enchanted Kingdom.

When I was a kid, I was not the type to throw tantrums because my parents did not take me to the carnival. Why? Well, apparently, I am scared of rides – until now. The ones that make my head spin uncontrollably that I vomit even after an hour of stepping out of the ride. But I love all those games you could play and win prizes from haha!

It was decided that carnivals are not my immediate go-to list whenever I plan a simple trip. I find myself saying it would be just a waste of my money since their main attractions are the rides.

Anyhow, my family went on planning a simple trip to visit Enchanted Kingdom. Everyone was excited (except for me LOL) because it would be just our first time there (Yes, the first time. Sorry we are homebody people after all haha).

We arrived at the place 15-10 minutes earlier than 11:00 a.m., however we already saw some people inside the venue (The place opens at 11:00 a.m. as stated by their Customer Service and website). The parking area was spacious enough to accommodate buses and bigger vehicles. Although it was an open parking, it was safe because there were rounding guards (I saw it while waiting for our turn at the Dodger ride).

We had a quick lunch before all the action. Their food choices were not limited, but not that special either. They have Ice Monster, Pizza hut and the like. Unfortunately, we had a bad experience with their resto (The one near in Swan Lake). First up was the food; the taste can be forgiven but the fact that the serving was small (For the whole chicken and rice) makes you just want to buy a box of pizza for lunch. Second was the service. I have to return for three times to make a follow-up on our orders. They only served us three cups of rice instead of eight cups of rice we ordered. Then, I have to make them remember that we ordered two seafood baskets (Which came in when we were almost through with the first three cups of rice). And another thing, when we ordered the whole chicken, of course we trusted that every part of the chicken was to be included, but the wing part was missing. My parents informed one of their staff, to which she replied “Ah, baka po kasi nahiwa po”. We closely inspected the chopped chicken but no sign of the missing wing part. This was unforgivable and unacceptable to someone who serves to tourists (Filipino and foreigners alike).

I remember we even came in before lunch time so there were only a couple of diners yet their service was like poorly executed. I do hope the management would plan and improve their service in the future.

When we finished up the remaining food, we immediately went for the rides, but each ride we came to had a very long queue. You really need to be patient in waiting for your turn. Based on my observation, it takes 30-45 minutes for you to line up. There are a number of attractions you could actually try. And some are kid-friendly - I had let my six year old cousin to ride the Dodger alone. While others, well my heart really could not manage the height haha!

By sundown, we were already going out of Enchanted Kingdom. If we had ridden and entered each and every attraction there is, maybe we could have stayed up until 9 in the evening.

Over all it was a good experience (I told you I am not a fan of carnivals). I would like to go back there and try out all the games they offer (When I told my BF about this, he said “Mag-perya na lang tayo.”  Haha!).

TIPS:

·         Wear light clothing only (No, not those uber skimpy and see-through ones haha. When you sweat uber skimpy clothes will make you feel uneasy; see-through ones, well you know already).

·         Wear sunscreen. The whole place is an open area (Though there are some attractions which are under a roof and there are shaded resting places like the food court) so expect that sunrays will be saying hello to your skin.

·         You can buy tickets before coming to Enchanted Kingdom (Check out Ticket World). This will save you time in entering the place.

·         Also check out if they are offering special discounts. For example, we availed of their Sem-break promo for students.

·         Plan on how to get there. If you plan to travel by private vehicle, you can use the Bicutan-Taguig way to SLEX (Note: Check if this would apply to you). If you plan to commute, Enchanted Kingdom offers transportation service which can be located nearby Makati Square in Ayala.

Have you been to Enchanted Kingdom already? Do share your experience.

‘til next post!

Maddie<3