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Are you tired of salivating over the lower prices seen in U.S. websites like Amazon, Carter's, and GAP or wondering how to get authentic US brands such as Bath & Body Works? Are you frustrated with the overpriced imported products here in the country? Can't wait to online shop during Black Friday, Cyber Monday or any kind of big sale holidays?

Like you, I am one of the million parents who can't seem to understand why a pair of Crocs in the Philippines will cost around Php 4,000 - Php 5,000 when on the US site it costs only around $30 - $50 (and it's not even discounted). Of course, being always on a budget, I often scout the web to find ways on how to get things cheaper or at a discount.

Fortunately, I discovered LBC Shipping Cart. And today, I finally got my first Amazon purchase online straight to my doorstep!

A Dark Path

I'm sorry for the lack of posts because I am currently in a so-called "dark path" of my life. I do not know if you can call this as the start of a mid-life crisis or quarter-life crisis --- whatever crisis it is, it is somehow draining the joy out of what I should be feeling right now.

I am very confused. I do not know if what I am doing is towards the right path or if this will be what the Lord has built me to do. I have so many things running in my head, I can't believe I can actually sleep at night.

Trying the Waist Training Challenge

Waist training is definitely one of the latest slimming fads today and with celebrities, like Kim and Khloe Kardashian promoting it, you'd bet people all over the globe will give it a try. And yes, that includes me.

9-Boned Jacquard Waist Training Corset from icahonline.com

I recently purchased a nude, 9-boned Jacquard waist training corset from the online shop, icahonline.com. I was inspired by the feedback on their Instagram account, especially by IG user mhoyperez who became my instant fitspiration.

Should I Go Back to the Office?

After a year of working from home to take care of my health and my son, I have realized several things:

1. Money will be tight as online jobs are not as stable as having a corporate job;
2. I don't have any benefits;
3. It can also be stressful;
4. There are many scammers out there; and
5. Sometimes, it can be literally monotonous because there is less interaction with other people.

Also, as I have a weekend jobs, I keep on missing quality time with my family. Sadly, it's the only way I can earn and increase our savings because I don't want my husband to be the only one working even though I handle the work at home (like cooking, cleaning, laundry, ironing, etc)

Still, it sucks not to have benefits. Like today, I am sick so I had to take a leave of absence for two days which meant no pay for two days as well (ouch).

Home Sweet Home... Soon.

When we visited our lot in Ampid, my husband and I were extremely happy with the progress. There are now concrete roads, NAWASA pipeline, and we can already see where the playground and open areas will be.

With these progress in sight, my husband and I can finally predict that we can build our home in a year or two. And yes, I am very excited about being the queen of my own castle after five years of living with my in-laws. It took awhile but we don't mind as long as we are in no hurry to build the house of our dreams.

The Angry Birds Movie Review

Z, my husband and I were very psyched that "The Angry Birds Movie" is now showing in the Philippines. We have been anticipating the release of this movie ever since we've seen its trailer during "The Good Dinosaur" film viewing. Z was especially excited because loves Red, the "angriest" bird of all.

Z very happy with his Red tumbler

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Casa Italia Cafe Review

It was my mother's birthday last May 10th and as I was not able to visit her last Mother's Day because of work, my siblings and I have decided to do a double celebration. It was nothing fancy; we heard mass together at the Diocesan Shrine and Parish of Nuestra Señora de Aranzazu (where I got married) then we took her out to lunch.

Since my mom is a fan of Italian cuisine, we went to the newly opened Casa Italia Café at SM North Edsa. It was homey and rustic little hole-in-the-wall type of restaurant which serves Italian food, coffee and gelato.

Easy Mac & Cheese Recipe for a Very Tiring Day

Whew! I did the laundry today. Yes, after 31 years of existence, it is my first time of completely washing our clothes, jeans included. I am used to washing our lingerie but we hire someone to do our laundry.

However, since my husband and I are tightening our house budget due to the fact that I am only working weekends, we have decided that I should do the laundry. We will give it a month to see if there will be any changes in our budget.

I pay Php 2500 per month for our laundry plus Php 1000 for the monthly detergent. Hopefully, our sacrifice will pay off. We are keeping our fingers crossed.

Anyway, sorry for being off topic. Since I am very tired (I woke up at 5:30AM to start the washing machine. Good thing I was able to sort and soak the whites last night. I finished at around 8:30AM), I was too lazy to cook a heavy lunch for me and Z.

Hence, I came up with the Easy Mac & Cheese recipe.

Disney Junior Birthday Book Registration

The start of May doesn't only mean that Mother's Day is coming (which is this Sunday already, by the way) but it also means I can start Z's registration to the Disney Junior birthday book. He has been appearing on it since 2013 when he turned 2 years old.

We've always been a fan of parties and while I prefer to semi-DIY everything, like what I've done during his first birthday at home, sometimes I can ask for help from my trusted suppliers. Just check out my old blog for the list.

No Disney Junior book yet because age limit is 2-7

Captain America: Civil War Review

Hello, May 1st!

I can't believe it, time sure flies when you're having fun! It's already the first of May and you know what that means? It is time to watch Captain America: Civil War! Woohoo!

Whose side are you on?
Z: "Captain America!"
Me: "Iron Man!"