Hey Jown

I became teary-eyed with the amount of pink shown to me. Are you kidding me? Dress up, cooking, baking, salon, princesses and etc. Oh please give me a break! For the record, the games that I enjoyed playing are the ff:

Starcraft 1 and 2

Minecraft

Spores

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After proposal, the next thing in our list is our dream wedding. Nothing too fancy. We both like to have an intimate wedding as much as possible. Inviting only those people we have shared unforgettable and precious moments with. Every woman wants to have their "DREAM WEDDING" but is it still practical nowadays? We need to save up for our new home, family car, future kids and etc. So as much as possible, we try to lower the expenses for our upcoming wedding. First on our checklist is the VENUE. I heard that most venues need to be blocked as early as a year prior your date. Now that's something. Are there a lot of couple getting married lately? Nevertheless, I still went to my first ocular at OASIS MANILA. WEBSITE:  http://www.oasismanila.com/ LANDLINE: (02) 726-6832 (02) 721-4585 (02) 724-5016 LOCATION: 169 Aurora Boulevard, San Juan City, Philippines 1500 They have 3 venues to choose from: Pavilion, Verandah and Orchard I was not able to take photos of the Pavilion area because it will undergo renovation from August-September. No point of sharing if you ask me. Anyway, the capacity is up to 400 guests. Amenities: • fully air conditioned  • surrounded by views of the garden and pond
  • stylish drapings with crystal accents 
• built-in stage
 • complimentary garden gazebo  • complimentary bridal suite 
• landscaped restrooms • extra-large pantry
  • with full backup generator 
• handicap accessible Next one is the Orchard (photo below). Capacity: Up to 200 guests Amenities: • fully air conditioned  • commanding views of the gardens and the city  • stylish drapings with crystal accents • with full backup generator • handicap accessible

Photo by: Yani (my cousin) using her cp

And lastly, the Verandah.

Capacity: Up to 350 guests

Amenities: • fully air conditioned  • panoramic views of the garden,pond and Mt. Carmel Church
  • stylish drapings with crystal accents 
• complimentary use of the terrace • complimentary sound system • complimentary bridal suite • with full backup generator 
• handicap accessible

Love & Beauty by Forever21 NATURAL PALETTE Price: $7.80 (US - photo above)  and PHP300+ (PH - photo below) Excuse the crappy 2nd and 3rd photo. Sources: 1st photo - Google 2nd and 3rd - my crappy phone I recently went to Forever21 SM Fairview Branch and this palette got my attention. For only PHP300+, you have yourself a 10 shade natural palette with eye pencil eyeliner. Oh yes! Count me in! I've tried some of their makeups items before so I thought why not go and give this a try. This however reminded me of Urban Decay's Naked Eyeshadow Palette, don't you agree? And now for the pigment:

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My fiance and I went to Hong Kong last June 3-8 for a business trip.  He is a frequent visitor there and it really helped a lot for the tourist-y me. Just like in Japan, Hong Kong's main transportation is via train (MTR). For first time visitors, you will not have a hard time reading street signs or stations because all has English translation. Plus the fact that it is not as complicated compared to other countries. Please see below.

 Photo by: Google

Photo: Inside MTR 

To help you even more in going around the city, purchase a prepaid sim card -- One2Free and register an unlimited mobile internet and use your Google Map App when traveling to your destination (especially when on foot). TIP: Get yours at any 7/11 store. Tell the sales person if it's for an ANDROID or APPLE phone. Show the photo below if you're having a hard time communicating with them. They also have this in $88.  Note: This is in Hong Kong $. Instructions on how to register for mobile internet is in the kit.

Now for my top tourist spots and shopping. Source: http://www.discoverhongkong.com

1. AVENUE OF STARS Location: Promenade, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon Website:  www.avenueofstars.com.hk How to get there: MTR East Tsim Sha Tsui Station, Exit J. Follow the signs to the Avenue of Stars.

2. THE PEAK Address:   Mid Levels, Hong Kong Contact #: +852 2849 0668 (The Peak Tower)                    +852 2522 0922 (The Peak Tram)                    +852 2849 4113 (The Peak Galleria) Website:   www.thepeak.com.hk                   www.thepeakgalleria.com How to get there:

Peak Tram from the Peak Tram Lower Terminus on Garden Road (reach it by taking bus 15C from the lay-by outside the Star Ferry pier in Central, or walk from MTR Central Station, Exit J2.)

Bus 15 from Exchange Square bus terminus (near MTR Hong Kong Station, Exit D)

Minibus 1 from MTR Hong Kong Station public transport interchange.

3. OCEAN PARK Address: Wong Chuk Hang, Hong Kong IslandTel:+852 3923 2323 Website:  www.oceanpark.com.hk

How to get there: Bus 629 from Central Pier 7 or from MTR Admiralty Station, Exit B and alight at the park.

4. DISNEYLAND Address:   Hong Kong Disneyland, Lantau Island, Outlying Islands Contact #: +852 1 83 0830 (Reservation Hotline) Website:   www.hongkongdisneyland.com How to get there: The Hong Kong Transport Department or Hong Kong Disneyland

5. LADIES' MARKET (SHOPPING) With over 100 stalls of bargain clothing, accessories and souvenirs, the Ladies’ Market on Tung Choi Street provides a one-kilometre stretch on which to practise your haggling skills. Address: Tung Choi Street, Mong Kok, Kowloon How to get there:

MTR Mong Kok Station, Exit E2. Walk along Nelson Street for two blocks.

Bus 1, 1A, 2, 6 or 9 from Tsim Sha Tsui Star Ferry pier and get off at Nelson Street station

6. TEMPLE STREET NIGHT MARKET (SHOPPING) When the sun goes down, the traders have already laid out their wares and the opera singers and fortune tellers begin to emerge. Welcome to the Temple Street Night Market, a popular street bazaar, named after a Tin Hau temple located in the centre of its main drag, and a place so steeped in local atmosphere that it has served as the backdrop to many a memorable movie.

Address: Temple Street, Yau Ma Tei, Kowloon How to get there:

MTR Yau Ma Tei Station, Exit C, turn onto Temple Street at Man Ming Lane.

MTR Jordan Station, Exit A. Turn right onto Jordan Road and then take another right onto Temple Street.

Photo: My Engagement Ring

There's nothing wrong with being old fashion. Surprising your woman and all but let's face it, isn't it much better if you have an idea on what kind of ring that would suit her? Being a modern woman that I am, I had no problem with talking about the kind of ring that I wanted. I gave my man tips and I am really happy with my Engagement Ring. How did it happen? Well, he proposed without the ring. C'mon women, isn't the proposal more important than the ring? For the men out there who insists on buying the ring first, let me help you with this checklist:

BAND - Titanium, Silver, Gold, White Gold or Platinum Is she a fan of Gold jewelries? Acidic? Allergic to certain types of metal? Simple? High maintenance?

GEMSTONE - Birthstone, Cubic Zirconia and Diamond They say Diamond is a girl's best friend. But that best friend is expensive. If you can afford to buy, then GO! But if you're on a tight budget, why not settle for Cubic Zirconia?  Or perhaps, she has a a necklace or earrings of her birthstone? Why not complete the set by giving her the ring?

DESIGN - Classic, Eternity Ring, 3 Stones or Customized Classic is still the best. It has that branding of "Engagement" if you ask me. The choices are endless.

RING SIZE Have you bought her a ring before? If yes, then this will be easy breezy. If not, try asking for her friends' help. Or if you are close to her family, specifically her brother/sister, why not ask for help too?

JEWELER Where to buy? Do you even know where to start or you're just there on your seat having an intimate eye to eye session with Google? Here are some that may tickle your fancy: (Affordable to Expensive in Random Order) Click each entry to see more. 1. Meicel Jewelry 2. Joanne Wedding Rings 3. Kart Gold 4. MR Jewels 5. Stockedia 6. Olivia PIchay Global Jewelers 7. Via De Jesus 8. Diamond Fire 9. Gold Smith Diamond Setter 10. Odysseus Suarez Feel free to add other Jewelers!

BUDGET Now that you have checked the list of jewelers above, I believe you have a pricing idea already. Set a budget. Go ahead and splurge if you have more than enough. 

MODE OF PAYMENT It's better to pay in cash than to have Credit Card debts.