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Hello darlings! Welcome back to the blog. Today, I'll be showing you what transpired last weekend at the 2nd BDJ Women's Summit. This charitable event was not only inspirational, but it also paved a way for people to get in touch with causes that benefit the women and children of the Philippines. These partner organizations include: Ahon sa Hirap Inc., Angat Buhay, ECPAT PH, Kinamot Nga Buhat, Grace to be Born, Elsie Gaches, Miss Possibilities Foundation, Fairplay for All Foundation, Girls Got Game PH, Plush and Play, as well as Jacinto and Lirio. I took my friend with me to the Summit Talks and we thoroughly enjoyed their stories. Among the amazing line up of speakers, my absolute favorite ones were about BDJ founder, Darlyn Ty's beginnings and OFW turned Businesswoman, Rebecca Bustamante-Mills success story. It just goes to show that anybody can make it big with small beginnings. Overall, this event was amazing! I hope...

Hello darlings! I've gone to Hongkong with a few my friends around this time last year. It was such a fun time for us that I do tend to look back at that time and wish we could go on a trip overseas again. If you and your pals want to go on a trip abroad, I highly recommend Hongkong for its close proximity and for the number of fun activities that you and your friends can enjoy. The best part of the trip, for me, was the wide variety of food. We enjoyed both fast food and local cuisines, and I think I can vouch for me and my friends when I say thay the best meal we've had was at Cafe De Coral. Of course, I can't read Cantonese - but you wouldn't miss that red and yellow sign board that meant good food was near. I wish I could have taken more food photos but I'll leave you with this cute Mcdonalds meal we had on our last day here. Yum! See you next time with more travel photos. Let me know if you like these kinds of posts and I'll be ...

Hello my darlings! It was around this time last year that we have seen the success of the first-ever Belle de Jour (BDJ) Women’s Summit, and for their 11th year celebration as an all-female community, BDJ presents their 2nd BDJ Women's Summit. Let us all make a difference and join them at the 2nd BDJ Women's Summit on March 25, 2017 at the Samsung Hall, SM Aura Premier.  With interactive and though-provoking discussions by an inspiring line-up of speakers, this Women's Summit is an event you surely wouldn't want to miss! Speakers share their stories, advice and insights on various topics and advocacies which will absolutely open your hearts and eyes, broaden your knowledge, and strengthen your can-do attitude with action-oriented goals. Want to take part in BDJ's pursuit for action? Join them as they create positive contributions to women's lives with the help of these important topics for women, by women : (10:00 - 11:35 AM) Unleashing...

Hello my little darlings!  Sorry for not posting anything for the past few months. I have been hooked on microwave popcorn and Netflix for so long that I forgot to update this little space. Speaking of binge watching, I have been enjoying streaming the latest episode of Riverdale on my TV thanks to Google Chromecast and Netflix. The Google Chrome cast is a tiny portable gadget that turns any ordinary TV into a smart TV in four easy steps: 1. Connect one end of the Chromecast to any HDMI port on your TV. 2. Connect the USB end into the power adaptor and into a power outlet, or just simple connect the USB into any USB ports in your TV. The Chromecast has a lengthy cord that can be perfectly hidden behind the TV by adjusting the straps. 3. Download the Google Cast app on your mobile phone or tablet and set up the chromecast to connect to your home wifi. 4. Download streaming apps like Netflix, Hulu or Youtube and start watching your favorite shows. If this doe...

Every year, I would always look forward to writing a list of things I would like to achieve for the year in my journal. From planning trips with my girls to participating in various work activities, I would carefully plot these out in my planner and happily tick them out of my to-do list. And every year, without fail - my BDJ Power Planner helps me keep myself organized throughout planning and carrying out all of my pursuits. Having wanted to accomplish more charitable work this year, I was very glad when I opened my inbox and saw an invite to this year's BDJ Fair . This event is where Bellas come together to have fun and raise funds for causes that support and empower the everyday Filipina. Now on their 11th year and with over 60,000 members and counting, the BDJ Team is continuing their mission to make a difference in the lives of Filipinas through encouraging us Filipinas to overcome the waves of life by having unshakeable trust in our hearts and pushing ourselves forward ...

Hello guys! Here's a snapshot of what I wore this week. This outfit reminds me of what characters from Koreanovelas would wear to work on an average day. Personally, I think this would make a perfect back to school outfit since both pieces can be matched with other items you might have in your wardrobe. The top is from H&M , and the skirt is from Chicabooti . And in case you were wondering, I wore this cutesy outfit for a Ramen run at a local Mitsuyado Sei-men . 😊

Hello lovely bellas!  It's another bright new day filled with fun surprises. And speaking of surprises - Pantene's revolutionary hair care system just got even better with Pantene Pro V System and 3-Minute Miracle's new and improved Pro-V Core Active Formula that straightens hair from the core. Now you can do it all with stronger, and shinier hair! BDJ and Pantene Philippines is kind enough to give away Pantene Gift Packs to ten (10) of my Metro Manila/Cebu readers - so you too can Shine From Within and Do It All! All you have to do is enter through rafflecopter below: a Rafflecopter giveaway Reminder: In order to be eligible to win, please complete all 3 mandatory tasks (like HautemeNot on Fb, register at ilovebdj.com, and leave a comment as directed below- so we can contact you for prizes ;) ) Winners will be chosen randomly and will be announced on October 19, 8 PM .  Giveaway ends this weekend, so hurry up and join now! :) ** EDITE...