My First Dream Board

Some people have dreams, some people don't. Some can't seem to figure out how to achieve their ambition. And for those who are not quite sure what their goals are, read on.

I started to realize that in order to achieve my aspirations, I have to be clear on what my dreams are. My dreams are huge and small, easy and complicated, precise and vague, attainable and impossible. The problem is: how to achieve them. The solution is: to make a dream board!

What?!! A dream board? Are you kidding me? Nah, I am too lazy for that! Yes, this was my first reaction.

But what is a dream board anyway?

Some people call it vision board, goal board or treasure map. It is basically a collage of dreams, put together to REMIND, INSPIRE and make you TAKE ACTION to ACHIEVE your goals. These could be pictures, images, affirmations or positive quotes taken from magazines and online. It can also consists of photographs, drawings or own writings.


If I remember it correctly, it was 2 years ago when my mom told me to create my first ever vision or dream board. She gave me this huge painting at home and she told me to cut pictures of things that I want to achieve in my life and paste them on the board.

So I browse through all our magazines at home and I just basically cut the good stuffs that I saw and without thinking I placed them on the board. And just like that, my project was done! I hang the collage on the wall of my bedroom. There were times before I go to sleep that I would look at the board and stare at the cut out pictures of my supposedly dream. But there were more nights where the board was just totally ignored.

My dream board is a compilation of cars, gadgets, money, house, travel around the world and lots of food. ^-^ I was unemployed during those times and I suddenly got a nice job after a few months. I went to the city with my husband and left my dream board at our house in the province.

I had been employed for 3 years when my husband and I decided to resign and went back home. I saw my dream board again and it felt good to know that I was able to attain some of the things that was posted there. But then again, I realized that there are things that anyone without a dream board can easily achieve.

I still don't have a sophisticated house though nor a luxurious car and I still haven't travel around the world. Money came and left my hands easily too. And just like that, the magic of my dream board still hangs on the wall.

 

I believe that everyone in their deepest heart have dreams. But sometimes, these visions are just in the head that the mind tend to forget them. Like the clouds that just float above the ocean, the horizon seems to keep them faraway. And when money comes in too overwhelming, dreams become just a memory.

It could be that I don't have the courage yet to start reaching for my ambitions. My desire and determination may not be that strong yet for me to realize that it is time to take action. Well I guess I will still keep my dream board to remind me to stay focus, inspire me to achieve them one step at a time and take action until I fulfill the last one.

So have you started your own dream board? Don't take your dreams for granted. Don't just put them aside. I suggest you start NOW!

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Amethyst Ablaze

My first ever purple lipstick and hope would not be the last! I bought this at Robinson's Galeria Department Store after a short visit at Gold's gym. This is the Maybelline Color Sensational Jewels Lip Color - 591 Amethyst Ablaze with SPF 15 for sun protection. Check it out!

                                   

Amethyst Blaze has a Mauvish Purple shade and it was said to be made especially for Indians. But of course, anyone who loves dark shades can wear it as long as you are confident enough to do so. I say it would take a lot of guts to wear this dark shade on your lips!

The packaging!

I love it's pink plastic bullet cap which has a prismatic effect and of course what's inside it - the dark shade of violet! It is creamy and a bit glossy on the lips and can stay for almost 4 hours, and still looks purplish once it has faded.  It has a spiral shiny surface with the usual silver holder which looks really gorgeous. 

According to the product, the illuminated color came only from deep jewelucent pigments and it has a creamier feel only from nourishing honey nectar. They also has a captivating jewel collection in 8 deeply provocative shades which you may also wanted to check out!

Lucky Meylin Food Ventures

Lucky Meylin Food Ventures
4th Floor Atrium, SM Megamall
Mandaluyong, PI

Daddy and I work in the city while our kids stay at home in the province with their Mama Lola (Grandma). We only have a chance to see them every weekend since that was our day off. So we make sure to spend quality time with them by hanging or eating out. 

Pakz heard this cool place which serves tasty seafood canton. Since the kids love seafood and noodles, we decided to check it out.

Meylin is a Filipino-Chinese restaurant which is famous for their hand-pulled noodles. Now that's something interesting!

The first thing that you will notice once you enter the place is the little teapot on the table. They serve free hot tea, which is sweet and mild to my taste. The place is cozy and the staffs are friendly.

So we ordered the famous Seafood Canton which was served in a big plate. It was seasoned with veggies, shrimp, tulya (clam), squidballs and crabsticks. Really savory!

seafood canton @ 190 php

This 3-cups squid has a distinctive taste, served with a slightly thick sauce. It was very nice and well-seasoned.

3 cups Squid  @240 php

Halaan (Clam) Soup  is one of their best sellers. For all seafood lovers, you wouldn't want to miss this dish. It has a sweet and mild taste. It looks simple but of course, it's healthy! Sunburst, who was a picky eater indulged on this soup and ate almost all the clams.

Halaan Soup @ 70php

The satisfied picky eater!

Sunburst and Pakz

Homemade Spicy Penne Pasta in Fresh Tomato Sauce

I was in my elementary years when I first learned how to cook spaghetti in red sauce. And my dull memory tells me that the pasta was a disaster! It was a school project and I cooked it with my classmates. Since it's really a shame for a mom to be ignorant in cooking, well i tried a little experiment on my own. Hubby only eats spicy pasta, and I know I love pasta when I was in college. But I wanna try something healthy without compromising the taste. So I came up with these ingredients:

Penne Rigate, whole wheat

Garlic

Fresh Tomatoes

Tomato Paste

Shrimp

Olive Oil

Pepper, Salt and Dry Basil

Ground Red Pepper

First cook the Penne in a large pot filled with water. Add salt to make it taste better. Stir and stir to prevent the pasta from sticking together. Cook until al dente.

For the sauce, cook the shrimp first for around 3 minutes or until it turns pink. Set aside.

Saute a lot of garlic, basil and pepper in olive oil. 

Add tomato sauce and tomato paste,and wait till the sauce is slightly thick. 

Put a lot of red pepper for a more spicy taste! :)

Add the shrimp, some basil and simmer for a few more minutes till all the flavors blend well.

Sauce- the end result

 And the end result is not bad for a first-timer! Well at least my husband said it was simply delicious.

Penne Pasta in Fresh Tomato Sauce

Little Tokyo Part 2

Working in a BPO industry with different schedules, my husband and I have seldom time for each other. I work in graveyard shift and he works 5 in the morning. But no matter how busy we are we have to make sure that we have time for each other. So we had a little date again at Little Tokyo and I got to try my favorite plum wine! I really love this wine.

plum wine and flavored drink

And yes! I'm crazy over Hana's takoyaki and they got the best in town! Filled with octopus, nori, mayonaise and fish flakes, these six giant takoyaki balls are really great and would make one's tummy full in a minute. I can only eat 2-3 takoyaki balls, that's how heavy it is.

The next one that we ordered was this amazing Tuna Maki. I'm not good in eating fresh tuna but this maki nailed it! Just a little slice of tuna was wrapped in seaweed and topped with mayanoise. It's simplicity makes it one of Hana's best seller! 

Tuna Maki

Of course what's the point of eating in a Japanese restaurant without ordering a noodle soup. This wonderful soup was seasoned with meat, egg and vegetables.I love it's very light but salty taste.One serving was enough for me and hubby.

Miso Soup

plum wine, flavored beer, takoyaki, miso soup

For all those Japanese cuisine lovers, don't miss this little place in Little Tokyo. Best to go in the evening the ambiance is really cozy and cool. This place is located at 2277 Pasong Tamo, Corner Amorsolo Street, Makati. See you there!

hubby and me @ Lil Tokyo

meh....hehe! cool place

Grendha Ivete

Grendha Ivete- Wedge

This is my first pair of Grendha Sandals bought at SM Ayala Department Store. Almost every lady in town wants a pair of Grendha nowadays.

Why?

Maybe because it's fashionable, feminine, chic, sexy and durable. It's a bit expensive for those who have a tight budget, but it's better to buy something that would last for a long time than to buy a couple of stuffs that you could only wear briefly. 

I normally wear flat shoes/sandals but this wedge got my attention. It has a very comfy strap and it didn't hurt a bit so it's okay to wear them for a couple of hours. 

Grendha shoes/sandals are made from Brazil but they are now widely distributed here in the Philippines. You would normally see them at SM Department stores or at Shoe Salon. For a complete list of their products and stores, you can check out their facebook account at Grendha Philippines or you can visit their website at http://grendhaphils.com/. I'm definitely a follower, and I'm hoping to buy a new pair!

Couple Stuffs

This is just for fun. Here's a few collection of our couple stuffs. Check them out!

Black for Him and White for me :)

Sophie Couple Watch

Gray for Him, Blue for Me

Jansport Bag

Black for Him and Red for Me

Converse Classic

Of course the one with the purple was mine :)

Converse Gray, White and Purple