Boredom Management

Sitting next to your computer is boring whole day, isn't it? So while listening musics from youtube, I diverted my attention on exploring things. I downloaded Instagram in my phone. And believe me, enjoying my instagram app lately. It's easy and very manageable. Familiar with Textgram application for android phones? I just downloaded and again, explore! Why don't you download it too and see the difference. Create your own textgram and widen your imagination and creations! 

Aside from that, I customized some of my time doing decors! Since its February is a the month of LOVE and HEARTS, we made decorations in the office that could definitely describes LOVE! Oh yeah, Valentines day is near! Its only a one-two-three steps! Simple!

How to make a paper cupid?

1. Gather all the materials needed (scissors, pencils and red Cartolina)

2. Draw a cupid on the cartolina using pencil. If you're not gifted with artistic hands, you can google the images of cupid and trace it. 

3.   Cut using scissors! And you're done!

I tried to make my own, so its your time to do it yourself (DIY).

Paper cut of hearts and cupid. :)

What else I did to relieve for boredom? Girls are girls! Do you know what's on the mind of girls aside thinking of their boyfriends, and family? Yes! Shopping! Introducing my new collection - Mary Kay! 

Meet my new lip gloss and facial cream from Mary Kay

She told me "if you feel beautiful inside then you're beautiful outside". lol. I'm not that pretty. Besides got first degree burn a week ago. :( Well, thanks to kojic soap with papaya and age-defying cream of 1GOAL. So happy that my skin became fairer. 

Aside from collecting girls stuff, got interested of reading books lately. The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People written by Stephen R. Covey. This book taught us to become positive in life and adapt optimistic attitude towards yourself, social and life. You should understand yourself first before you can understand others. I'm still on the first chapter of the book. Well, hopefully, I could finish this before February ends.

                       

              

I also recommend read the books of Chinkee Tan: The Rich Dad and Poor Dad and Till Debt do us Part. It is also helpful that could change your life. :) 

What else makes me busy right now? Oh! Just reading books about relationships which were recommended by some of my dear friends. One of the books in my shelves right now is "Why Men Love Bitches" written by Sherry Argov. Honestly, I got intrigued about this book and the title really captured my attention. So I think, I didn't waste my money for something that is worthless. Well, going back, before reading this book, I texted some friends listed in my phone book. After 15-min, I got a reply from Bang (not his real name) stated that "Well.,hija, I didn't like nor love bitches". LOL! He's funny! So defensive! After reading the introduction, I understand what she (the author) meant about "bitches". Well, I don't want to spoil you! Just read it. :) 

Taken via Instagram

              "Why Men Love Bitches" is a book of Sherry Argov which delivers a unique perspective as to why men are attracted to a strong woman who stands up for herself.  And this book tells us, more about girls/woman.  So are you a bitch? :) For sure, you'll love this! And oh! you can also download this via online through goodreads.com! 

I recommend also to read about this following:

1. Men Who Hate Women and the Women Who Love Them: When Loving Hurts and You Don't Know why by Susan Forward.

2. Why Men Marry Bitches: A Women's Guide to winning Her Man's Heart by Sherry Argov

3. The Relationship Cure by John Gottman

4. If this is Love, why I could feel Insecure by Carl Hindy

5. When It Comes to Love, You've became Idiot by Dr. Matt

If you're bored, then work for something that can ease your boredom. :) Reading books is also helpful. 

Mixed 'N Match

While everybody is busy celebrating Valentine's Day, I'm doing mixed and match with my "old" clothes. Random clothes that I didn't use yet. lol! It's not that I'm bitter but I just don't feel to celebrate it. Har2! 

Mixed 'N Match  1 || Conservative-Seductive Look

White and black with sweet sensation of Filipina attitude, conservative-inspired yet seductive. The top is a white loose with embroidery of old rose on the hemlines which some of your skin can be shown. Embroidery is a handicraft of decorating fabric using thread and needle. And it became popular especially in 5th century which commonly use by wealthy and popular people. I decided to pair it with a high-waisted skorts (skirt+shorts) so that the lower part of the loose top can be emphasize especially the designs. Accessories are simply black and white metals. 

Mixed N Match 2 || Free Nymph  Look

While reading the book of Sherry Argov, "Why Men Love Bitches?". This principle attracts me the most, "Act like a prize and you'll turn him into a believer". We all know that some of us has exemption and charismatic beauty that could threaten our ego. On that point, we felt insecure. Or worst, decrease self-esteem. If that thing will happen, don't let your ego threaten by someone's presence. You should boost your confidence. So mixed n match 2 is more on a Free Nymph Look! Wearing your sexuality on your sleeve isn't advantageous in luring a man. It covers your special parts while exposing some of your skin. Great body curves are kept secrecy and makes the man think unconsciously. 

Mixed N Match 3 || Nautical-Inspired Look 

And lastly, the nautical-inspired look! Wearing long sleeves isn't bad at all. You can feel sexiness and feminine on shorts. Your long-legged is the key! Colored accessories breaks the plainness of the outfit. 

Isn't it the theme color for valentines is red, is it? Well, for me, it doesn't mean if you're not wearing red-colored dress on February 14, you're not celebrating it. What's the most important? Both couples are enjoying their moments on this very special day. Lol. :D

So which is which do you like? Spare time on your closet and make out the difference in you.  

Happy Valentines Day!

xoxoxox

Ann

Empty Stomach? Worry No More!

        Are you craving for craaaaaabs? Yes! I do! It's been a year since the last time I ate crabs! But I felt like its a decade already :( Poor me. But who would thought that my prayers were answered! A big treat for my empty stomach. Introducing the Glamour Crab Buffet located near Roxas Avenue, Davao City. If you're living near downtown area, it's like a 10-min. travel using "padyak" or jeepney. :)

This is the entrance of Crab Buffet. Looks like a traditional house, isn't it? :) 

Peking Duck

            Never judge a food without tasting it! Swear! If I didn't try to eat this duck cuisine, I will regret it myself for real! Yes! You heard me, it's a duck dish! Peking duck is one of the famous duck cuisine in Beijing and has been prepared since the imperial times.  So lucky that Glamour Crab serves a dish like this. It tastes like a chicken meat. :) 

If you'll drop by here, don't forget to eat these sweets! :) 

             Fruits are the best! After I ate my heavy meals, my tummy bloated too much! I want to eat some more but I decided to eat lots of watermelons and papaya instead. Fruits that are rich in fiber aids digestion, promotes absorption and prevents constipation. 

Crab attack! 

Sir Ahser's Dish (first batch) :D

with my 1GOAL Family: from the left: Me, Sherylyn Ejercito, Josephine Salvador (EVP), Dudz Salvador
and Jeihmi Ejercito (BM)

Introducing Glamour Crabs Buffet located near Roxas Avenue. 

            Definitely, you cannot leave DAVAO without eating at Glamour Crabs Buffet". For only 398.00per head, sulit na sulit! Surely, your empty stomach will became full! :) They also serve leche plan, fresh fruits and mini cakes for desserts , soups and dried mango for appetizer. For main course, of course, crabs, peking duck, veggie toron, shrimps, octopops, etc. So if you'll visit, Davao City, don't forget to drop  by here. Believe me, its so delicioso (Spanish term for delicious) :) 

Advance Happy Valentines.

All I want for Christmas is - You!

This blog is dedicated to someone who is very dear to me. I hope he can read this despite of his hectic schedules. Few more days, anniversary  na namin. Hope he can remember that. :-/

 Dear Love, 

          It might be this is not the right time for everything, but I'm so grateful that I have you. You're not just a special friend, but a brother who comforts me every time I face dooms and trials. You were always there, and never leave my side until I smile. Those short times I've been with you is like a forever. 

          Remember the day you asked me why do I loved you? I remained in silence and never give you an answer. For the reason, that I really don't know why I love you. All I know, that I care so much to you, hurt when you get hurt, and happy when your happy.

         It maybe took another month, another year for everything but I'll be always right here, loving and supporting you. :) (char! ang O.A ko na. har2!) 

            Love you so much,
XOXOXOXO

ANN

Plans for weekends: (Hope matuloy *crossed fingers*)
A Day with him

 How I wish our time will move so slow. :( 

such a memorable place for us! Clue? far from Davao City.  :)

 Flying Lanterns near seashore

          Disney Movie - Rapunzel (2009. This is the movie where I saw floating lanterns and got really amazed! I told  myself, someday, I will make this for real. With whom? Of course, with him! I want this so bad in our first anniversary. But I feel it won't work. :( 

Few more days to go, what do you think shall I give to him?

Happy Holidays everyone.
^_^

PS: Photos grabbed grabbed from internet random.

Retro-Inspired

At last, an outfit shot! It's been a while since I posted my very own faces in this blog. :) So this is what I wore last Saturday, December 15, 2012, during our 1GOAL Retro Xmas Party. It was held at El Bajada Hotel, Davao City. The theme was, of course, "Retro". I was scanning over the internet what does "Retro" means. And I found out that retro was common during 1970's. Most of the retro outfits were bright colors, using afro heads, flare pants and shaggy ones. Styles common are polka dots, ribbons, swirls and lines. I was thinking to wear something unique.  Quick chosen clothes for my hectic schedules. And here's the outcome: 

Pardon me for the blurry photo. This was taken
just before we leave the function hall using Iphone.

I did not wear lots of jewelries. Simply, because I want to focus more on the outfit.
Abstract never fails me. It gives a lot of meaning. 

Vintage Abstract Retro-inspired Blazer

For unknown reason, I'm very particular especially with the designs. What makes me hype with this blazer were the abstract lines, would you agree?

I was thinking of wearing booties during the event. But I don't have one that can fit or blend with the colours. So I decided to wear my old pumps and wore a black stockings. Alternative thoughts! 

I miss photo shoot so much. 

A year end photo shoot, 

What do you think? 

^_^

ANN

PS: Photos courtesy of Sir B. Thanks a lot.

Who Loves Romwe?

How Lucky I am! It's a good sign! 

           Last time, I blogged about my December 2012 wishlist!And one of my wishlists is clothes from Romwe. Fortunately, while scanning my ymails earlier, Romwe emailed me about this good news! Yay! It's a a sign! Please help me grant my wish!! (desperate mode) haha

THIS IS HOW? 
1. Search "Ann Ortega Mati-ong and add me on Facebook.

2. Follow me & Romweshop on Twitter and tweet: (Optional)

"Romwe Xmas Sale up to 70% OFF @ROMWESHOP @Dlaconicann"

3. Like my post on Facebook.

4. Like Romwe Lookbook Fashion Collection on facebook.

That's simple!

Please help me and send this link to your friends too.

I'll appreciate and give you all my thanks.

Deadline is on Dec. 19, 2012.]

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with mysterious gifts inside 
From December 19th to 25th. 

Feel free to leave a comment below. 

Thank you very much.

ANN

Giveaway: Statuesque Canvas X Blinds Creation

What do you think?

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Just click here, and follow instructions thereafter. 

Don't forget to read their blogs!

I just joined their giveaway! Now, it's your time. 

Thanks!

ANN

Christmas wishlist

Have you read my latest blog? If not, read "Are Santa Claus Real?" Then, read this blog again. 

Well, Can you be my Santa? If yes, can you grant some of my Xmas Wishlist, please? 

Apparels (Tops, Shorts, Skirts and Dress)
              Every girls love dress, right? Want some from Romwe. and more clothes, clothes, and clothes. *_*
              

 Been in-love with lace-style mini shorts! Aren't they pretty?

Accessories (Necklace, rings, and etc)

             
Foot wears (Pumps, Heels, Wedges and Booties)

            I promised myself if I'll work and got my payslip, I'll treat myself of something. Luckily, I got a job early summer of this year. Since then, I kept on buying foot wears randomly. Was that bad? I've been so addicted with heels and wedges. Can't help to resist them so bad. Since then, I got 25 pairs of different foot wears. Four random shoes are use for my daily office outfits . 21 pairs left unused. I know that it's too much, but I want some MORE. 

Trendy Shoes more on Facebook.

   
 

Gadgets (Cellphone & Camera)
    I admit! I already had 2 cellphones with me. But I just want a Samsung Galaxy Note 2 so bad. :( 
   

 Samsung Galaxy Note 2 (Above) & Digital Camera (Below)

     Of coarse, a digital camera! I don't care if it's not a DSLR. I'm not going to pursue professional photography anyway. A simple camera will do. :)

Sewing Machine
    I want to learn more on how to sew clothes. Actually, I'm planning to buy one this month. So that I could start to make my own clothes. I guess, it wasn't a bad idea. Less clothes expenses for my part. Who  knows, what if I could make my own clothing styles and sell those via online? It's already a business!

Romantic Vacation with him.

     I never had a serious relationship before him. When I was in high school, I thought engaging into a serious relationship is worthless since ,for sure, you'll ended breaking up, got hurt and worst, depressed. I have some friends (not to mention their names) at a very early age, they got pregnant. They were left behind by the guy who used to "love" them. That's why, I'm so scared to commit myself in a serious relationship. I'm scared to be hurt emotionally!

     Months before our college graduation, I meet this guy. I thought that his a gay knowing that he sound like one. LOL! His voice was so soft, and feminine-type.I kept on teasing him. Days passed, I just found out myself of "liking" him. And I couldn't just explain this kind of feeling. Am I falling already? I was asked by a friend, "Do you love him? And why?" There was a long silence. And then, I answered him softly, "Yes, but I don't know why." And he said, "Indeed, there is no answer why you love a person." Then he smiled.

    

     Since he decided to continue schooling, he enrolled medicine. Med-school is a very tough one. It means a lot of sacrifices especially time. If you'll ask me, when was the last time we dated? My answer, "I think it was months ago". As his girlfriend, I want to support him as much as I can do. I admit, Less Dates, Less Time, Less for Everything. But I hope we can celebrate our first anniversary this December. 
     Ahai. I already miss him. :( How sad! I promise  not to communicate him unless everything will turn okay. So, I'll make myself busy then. Pwew!

Anyways, what's your wish for this year's Christmas?

Wishing you an advance Christmas! 

Love,

Ann

PS: Photos grabbed via Google random.