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WARNING: Gryffon Courier *You may SUE me*

12/22/17 UPDATE: The P80.00 has been returned last night.  After 15 days. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The search for a reliable courier is never over.  Simply because at one point, they will somehow fuck up a delivery, lose a package or just not pick up.  I don't usually complain here on my blog as I want this space to be a platform for positivity, but then when I heard what I heard from the person I was speaking to from Gryffon Courier, I knew I had to write this. This holiday season, as we all now, Filipinos are crammers.  We like doing things last minute.  A few weeks ago, I saw this company, Gryffon Courier being suggested by people in a facebook group.  It caught my attention and convinced me to book a pick up. The first transaction went on smoothly.  The second and the third as well, so for another package well I decided to use them again.  I mean what are the odds, right? So, Gryffon courier told me th

Happy Project: #HappyBreakfastJar & #HappyStickerLabels

Who would have thought that posting about the #QuakerOvernightBreakfastClub would open doors for me and a friend on a passion project?  Well, because of the overwhelming feedback I received with the jars, my friend and I decided - why not try our luck selling these jars? It was a slow but steady journey, one that entailed pulling our strengths together and pushing through.  It has been a few months and we are so very happy with the developments. So, welcome - our new and improved #HappyBreakfastJar! We are selling this jar for P275.00 each, our promo is buy 4 jars for P1,000.00 Shipping is P70.00 for every 2 jars within Metro Manila and P280 for Provincial addresses. We have recipes and a carrying bag for every jar. Another product of ours is the #HappyStickerLabels, we must give credit where credit is due - the labels were not really on our radar, but when friends (Mish and Sab of Mothers Who Brunch) says it's worth tapping - well, we listened and #HappyStickerLabels

Brightbrands PRICELIST

Here's the link to the Brightbrands PRICELIST: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1kcUGauJQsDVZ_wCiV_jO4hvy1syQF21h?usp=sharing Click to see HOW MUCH the following brands are: Yumbox Snails Lunch Punch Tiger Tribe SND Safe N Beautiful Nail Spa Treatments Drink In the Box Sanck In the Box Funbites Phone Soap Scrub Daddy and Cusina Home Dishwashing Lunchbox Love Notes Enjoy shopping!!

Serenitea JUMBO Cups 9th Anniversary!

I can't believe it's been 9 years. I remember it as if it was just yesterday.  Meeting up with food bloggers for a cup or two of Serenitea Milk Tea.  Do you know that I used to drive to Serenitea Banawe (it's old location along N. Roxas) about 3x a week just to get my milk tea fix?  I would order 4 large ones.  One for me during the trip back home, one for my Panget and another one for me for the next day.  Yes, I would always ALWAYS buy 4 large cups. The first question I asked my OB when I was pregnant with Kailee was if I could still drink Milk Teas - and she said YES.  I was soooo very happy!  Hahaha..  Kailee was a milk tea baby, and she's already 6!  Time flies noh? To celebrate Serenitea's 9th year anniversary - they're treating us to the JUMBO CUPS!  Wonderful news right?  Thank you Serenitea for loving us. You will always ALWAYS be my first love when it comes to milk teas.

Livin Lovin LOCALLY Fruit Juices

Locally is a juice brand made here in the country.  What is unique about it is that it's made from fruits found locally plus is humorous word play for each type of juice.  Look at the colorful and funny packaging: I think it's so mighty that a local company decided to pursue juices and launch them this way - with a little humor.  It's really cute and entertaining.  I believe that we Filipinos are happier compared to other people in the world - we smile amidst challenges and this perfectly personifies the Filipino brand.  I was so entertained reading through the captions of these juices.  What's more is that the taste is delicious.  I love them all - I don't think there's one variant that didn't taste good.  My personal favorite is Mangosteen because, I don't eat Mangosteen.  Hahaha..  I tried the juice and masarap pala!  The Sineguelas, I just watch my mom eat it too - but now I can proudly say, I drank sineguelas!  Haha.. These juices come

Parenting 101: Is there a right formula for disciplining?

The answer is NO, there isn't. Just this morning - I was so angry at Kailee because she opened toys that was meant for some of her friends.  She knew these toys were for her friends as we were preparing them the other day.  I have just set them aside and I was planning to wrap them tonight. As I was about to wear my shoes, I noticed that there were empty boxes of the said toy on the trash bin.  I could feel blood rising, I call Kailee and Connor.  When they saw me, Kailee had this guilty look in her eyes.  I asked them both who opened the toys.  The pointed to one another.  Connor said *Atchi opened it!* then Kailee said in return *He opened it too!* If you were in my shoes, what would you have done? What I did?  I was so angry that I wanted to throw a fit.  I had to be controlled.  It's so effing hard to control your anger with the kids.  Super hard.  REALLY SUPER HARD!  I really wanted to scream!  But I couldn't and so I did the next best thing - I spoke in a very

Multiple Destinations with Uber - POSSIBLE!

Now, it's possible - MULTIPLE Destinations with Uber! I'm so happy, I have long wondered it this was possible and now - officially, it is possible!  Woohooo!  It's so nice that Uber has rolled this out this holiday season - it's perfect, right? And it's so easy to do, with just clicks on your Uber app.  Wonderful right? Now, you can drop off gift with ease, no need to book and rebook trips!  You can book up to three (3) stops using this feature.  You can now seamlessly pick up friends along the way with ease and comfort.  The route is now clear to the driver, no more confusion, miscommunication and mix-up.  This will be a HUGE help to all Uber riders and partners in the country.  One this less to stress about, right? How it works: To use the feature, tap “where to?” and then “+”. Add the addresses of the stops, and then request for the ride. Changes in the route can be done in the app, in real time. The driver will be automatically given directions

GIVEAWAY!! Starbucks 2018 Planner

Yes, every year - I share this blessing of mine, the Starbucks Planner!  I pay it forward because #StarbucksPhilippines had been a very supportive partner throughout my blogging life.  I am very grateful to them and so I want to pay it forward to my blog readers. This is what the Starbucks 2018 Planner looks like: It even has a Pilipinas Starbucks card! And some other thingies for your planner needs.  Cute, right? So what are you waiting for?!?! Joining is very very simple.  Just share this * @candishhh is giving away a Starbucks 2018 Planner. Share your blessings and pay it forward! Click on this link to JOIN NOW   http://www.candishhh.com/2017/12/giveaway-starbucks-2018-planner.html * on your social media account and then, get the link of your share and leave the following details on the comment section. a)  Name b)  Email Address c)  URL of your share to FB and Twitter (make sure that you LIKE my Facebook Page) That's it! You have until 1 1:59PM of Dec

Starbucks 20th Anniversary + Merchandise

I remember it as if it were only yesterday, the first Starbucks store opening in 6750 Makati.  I have an aunt who is a huge HUGE fan of Starbucks and was giddy with excitement.  I remember too that she kept her receipt.  I wonder where that receipt is now.  Hahahaha!!  I remember we would go every Sunday to Starbucks for the next few months, it was a *reward* for us nieces and nephews for going with them to visit my Angkong in Manila Memorial. I can't believe that it has been 20 years already. As part of the Starbucks 20th Anniversary, they are launching these beautiful limited edition merchandise this afternoon at 2:00PM in their 6750 store. Look at those beauties.

Matilda + Promil: Get a chance to watch for FREE!!

Get a change to win FREE tickets to watch Matilda at the Meralco Theater when you buy Promil!  It's so easy to join!  Just log into http://www.promilfour-matilda.com/ and fill in the necessary information. I finally took Kailee to her first play - Matilda.  I was nervous because I was not sure if she'll stay put while watching.  Good thing, I was able to bring my two nieces - who are veterans in watching plays.  We were just in time.  I honestly forgot that I enjoyed watching plays.  So when Matilda started, I had this nostalgic feeling like I was a child again watching my first play.   The set was beautifully made.  I forgot how good the set designers are with making the props.  The lighting too was wonderful and the oh sooooo perfect sound system of a theater.  It really brought me back to when I was a lot younger.   Every single actor on stage was amazing.  The kids most especially since they memorized all the lines and the songs and performed

UBER: Unlocking Cities Together

I have been an Uber user since 2014.  Has it just been 3 years?  Well, I felt it was longer to be honest - why?  Because I don't usually commute here in the country.  I drive a car and I like driving - even if its traffic. I took my first ride last 2014.  I even documented it on this post - My first Uber ride .  I racked up credits from that first Uber ride and when it ran out, I still preferred and used Uber ALL THE TIME.  I need to emphasize that I am an Uber user.  I love Uber.  I love how convenient it is.  I don't need to drive, I don't need to worry about having an empty gas tank while stuck in traffic.  I don't need to stress myself thinking of where to park and a whole lot more.  It's so convenient really. At first, I thought - what was Uber's end game?  I really didn't understand the concept to be honest - it was for me just an app I could use to transport me to places.  At first, it didn't dawn on me the conveniences that I had been experie

Jeunesse Anion Feminine Pads

I have to be very honest.  I have not heard of the brand Jeunesse Anion (a line of feminine pads).  I see it a few times on my FB feed and assumed it was imported.  My friend Kaye swears by this brand.  She even bought a box huge box of it.  He daughter Kyla is also a huge fan of the brand.  I honestly wanted to try it out, unfortunately it isn't available in my favorite grocery store. A few months ago, I was sent a few packs to try.  I was really curious.  I felt though, that one time use might not be enough to be able to feel the difference.  I was honestly pessimistic, I assumed I needed a few months at the very least.  The timing was perfect since it was that time of the month. So I tried it, and I really really liked it. Being pessimistic on the *trial* period was beneficial pala, I did not have any expectations on the brand and so I started on a clean slate.  I was very much impressed with the Jeunesse feminine pad to be honest.  I felt the difference almost immedia

My #MakeItFit journey with Fitness Gourmet PH

Diet. Something I've done before and something I felt was easy to do.  But you know what - it's just in my mind.  It was stuck for the past 6 years.  I've tried, but failed.  I was always hungry.  There was always a reason - I was breastfeeding, I was traveling, I don't have energy - endless reasons really. About two years ago, I tried walking 10,000 steps a day.  Did it work?  Well, kinda - but very little.  I guess, I looked better but then after my brother's wedding - I kinda let myself go.  Hahaha!  I ate and ate and forgot about the 10,000 steps.  The following year, Kailee started going to ICA and since I was on the bring her to school duty - I had to sleep early.  So bye bye the race to having 10,000 steps at night time. Early this year, I thought about it - I decided that I wanted to try dieting again.  But nothing, I still did nothing.  I needed a push.  I've been doing the Military Diet on and off - but I kind of forget to control every so of