I would have loved to write about the 2018 that has been awesome or whatever topic that's fitting for the new year but I am more excited to share this with you. You see, I never really thought a bridal bouquet can cost so much. Php 5,000-7,000 seriously?! No, thanks. Today, I de…
When Jan and I planned our wedding, we agreed to keep it simple because it reflects who we are individually and as a couple. And also, truthfully, we're on a tight budget. But we all know that even the simplest weddings can burn a huge chunk of money—in a blink of an eye at that…
Everybody knows that I am into arts and crafts. I can DIY whatever the hell I want. It's just that... I am lazy. And I don't have a lot of patience for it. Today, I installed a new cork board and a whiteboard for my workstation - which is pretty boring. And even though I am lazy…
After days of anxious anticipation and nights of reading horror stories of rejection and denial, Jan and I reached the highest level of excitement when we received our passports with approved visas yesterday that we did not feel the strong earthquake that shook our city. You see, the bi…
There are artists here in the Philippines that I really admire (and envy) for their first-rate art skills. To name some would be: 1.) the creative dork, Aseo . He is undeniably, one of the greatest illustrators/digital artists to date; and, 2.) Kerby , one of the most talented sketch mast…
One of the reasons why I was so excited about this trip is because I would finally be reintroducing myself to my roots. I am an Ilocano. Both my parents and most of my relatives from both sides are Ilocanos. But since I was raised in Davao, I never really got to know my roots. The only …
After enjoying the top tourist attractions in Pagudpud , we had our lunch at past 1:00 in the afternoon and headed to Burgos for our South Tour. HOW TO GET AROUND ILOCOS NORTE If you are going for a DIY tour, the best way to get around Ilocos is to ride a tricycle. You may opt for…
Before we landed in Laoag City, we HAD a planned itinerary. The weather forecast app warned us about heavy rains and scattered thunderstorms. So we had it all planned out. Let's do Plan A. If weather does not permit us, we'll do Plan B. But traveling does not always work that…
The holiday season is the most awaited season. It is an exciting time full of gifts and bright Christmas lights displays that would make you wish the holidays would never end. Between shopping, vacations, and extravagant holiday meals, saving money and conserving energy would be the least…
I took a day off from work last Monday so I could dedicate my day for the visa and wedding preparations. What I planned was to get my PSA birth certificate (BC) in the morning and meet with our coordinator and photographer in the afternoon. Three of my friends told me it only took them …
Jan and I visited our future home yesterday and we're so happy about the progress. See? Knowing how real estate development works here, one could say that that's a lot of progress. #TeamNoLigo Haha. I'm really looking forward to the day we move in because finally *d…
I take pride in my DIY skills . I was born creative. But if we're going to be honest here, I only do it because I am cheap practical. If I can do something with what's available, I will do it if it means saving more money for better things like books I don't get to read.
As someone who doesn't wear make up, the most comforting words I'll ever hear from another woman are, "I don't know how to put a makeup on either." Yes! I am still a woman after all. Haha! The other day, I found new (still sealed) lipsticks in one of our drawers.…
I love watching watching documentaries about ancient cities—their mysteries, their cultures, and the stories they tell through the remnants of their architecture. So when I had the opportunity to visit Bangkok, I couldn't let the chance to actually stand in the ruins of a city that on…
The nCoV (now COVID-19) outbreak was beginning to happen when we started planning this trip. But we still pushed through and simply scrapped out places that are definitely crowded, ditched the guided tours, and decided to go all-out DIY in this trip.
Most of the time when we travel, we DIY because it is a whole lot better than organized tours for the following reasons: you take control of your own time and speed, you have your own freedom to explore, and it is way cheaper. But that is not always the case. Sometimes, choosing conv…
Well, almost. Macau is also known as "Little Vegas" or the "Vegas of Asia", or at least that's what I've heard. And with its reputation for grand casinos and luxurious hotels, all the while we really thought going around Macau is expensive. But with researc…
I MADE THE SWITCH. I am now trying to live a plastic free life. I know it won't be drastic because plastic has been practically in every part of our lives (some even disguise themselves as friends). It won't be easy to ditch plastic completely but we'll get there. Baby steps…
The past few months have kept me busy with a number of blogging events, leaving me to rummage through my shoe collection in search of something to wear. It was a fashion crisis of epic proportions. I've been wanting to wear one specific pair of shoes that I don’t even own. Pathetic, r…
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