The Beauty Blog, M.D.

During one very lazy clinic day, I was reading an issue of Moms magazine and got caught up with the topic of finances. In the article, The Road to Financial Independence, Kendrick Chua emphasized the importance of recognizing needs vs wants. A celebrity finance guru said, " We spend the money we don't have, to buy the things we don't need, to impress the people we don't like." I will be the first to admit this is my struggle. The lure of sales just seem to have metal claws that sink into me. When Kate Spade throws a surprise sale I go absolutely crazy. After all the craziness dies, I will  proceed to ask myself , do I really need a new bag? My husband would immediately tell you I don't. After reading Kendrick's article I proceeded to list my debts and its not pretty to look at. It's not enough to bury me deep, but my family is still in a financial situation and I feel embarrassed to have spent on something I don't really need. I am currentl...

Image source:  http://www.babble.com/mom/special-needs-parenting-me-time/ As much as I love my boys,  my (rare) happy hour of the day is to have them both asleep. Then I can read, watch tv and blog hop in silence. I find solitude in being alone, with my thoughts heard a little bit louder and clearer in my head.  Of course, time alone with God is the best part of it. Good night everyone! TBBMD

I feel like I have to say something, with all the rampant issues in the society today. It seems that the world wide web has given people a louder voice, and an unbelievably huge amount of courage to say what's on their mind about anything and everything. I know there was this issue about a comedian making a joke about very delicate social issues, and there have been pretty severe blows from both sides, celebrities and non celebrities, about the matter. What saddens me recently (in fact, just this morning), is a statement that a friend of mine retweeted. which is something like, " If you get offended by comedy, it just shows what kind of person you are." Excuse me? I think its time I put a premium on morality, and beliefs. Most of the times I just stay silent on such issues, but as of late I have been pretty much bothered by how things contradictory to my beliefs have been so blatant and outspoken, and yet I sit here keeping my mouth shut. I feel like I letting th...

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I feel that our church, International Charismatic Service, is something like a bee hive these past few months. It's buzzing ( pun intended) with palpable energy. We have several activities and projects running simultaneously as of the moment, and sometimes I cant catch up! But nevertheless, I'm so excited and I cant wait to jump in. You've already heard of the homegrown album launch and concert happening this June 16. But another exciting milestone that ICS is anticipating is the preschool center that will open this month. Yup, sometimes I cant believe it myself! Finally, a school in our church! And with Matteo nearing the preschool age soon, can God's timing be any more perfect? This year, Matteo's second cousin Noah will be one of the first students. Will your child be one of them? I am really so overwhelmed by the pace of God's work that has suddenly been poured into our church. I love the passion and vision that the current pastoral staff has been thriving...

On with my virtual window shopping! I've put a cap on my shopping to Php 500 a month, because I will admit, I will combust If hold out for such a long time! Haha. I just being realistic, y'all. So I think 500 is pretty acceptable, what do you think?  I've used up this month "credits", and I have created a wish list of sorts when I stumbled into the Digital Traincase website. Digital Traincase is one of the most popular, and reputable cosmetics seller in the country and most people ( importantly, makeup artists) have vouched for it. I wanted to look into their Nyx line and fell in love with a few things. I am in a constant search for that makeup brush set, preferably travel size, not exactly pro. I know Charm brushes have quite consistent ratings among beauty bloggers, but the last time I checked their stock over at The Ramp, Shangrila last December they only have the Travel pro set set priced at Php 1,000 which was too much for me. So imagine ...

I recently purchased my dream nail polish color ( as of the moment) at the nifty price of Php18. Yes, you've read it right, my friends! It rose above my face shop and forever 21 shades! Woot woot! But first, here's the two shades I got. OMG? Haha I bet that one cracked you up. I pretty much liked the range of colors of this brand, it seemed modern and youthful. There were even neon shades, I tell you! Even the names are quite young, in constrast to Purple Orchid or something similar. Lol! And here is the Ultimate Polish Shade for me: I like how fine the glitters are, like an adult woman can pull it off unlike the circle and hexagon mega- glitters of other polishes. It also builds up, and the gradient is so subtle. If I can hijacked someone's nails I would love to show you the shade in ombre style. I shall wear you often my friend, please don't dry up in the bottle too soon.  Have a great day!  TBBMD