tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7374424232357016654Tue, 29 May 2012 14:57:49 +0000ChocolatesDrinksMagazinesPerfumesDiet and Weight Loss ProductsGiftsBeachesHome and LivingClocksFranceFuruvikBeachwearSurprisesAirportsWWEJewelryAdventureFreebiesCostumesCooking SchoolAustraliaSMClothingTravelDenverBeltsEventsBagsLong BeachCamerasCosmetics/MakeupFitnessCosmopolitanItalyEyewearOrganizingWeddingsShopping-Wish-ListEurovisionTuscanyBloggerWigs and ExtensionsWatchesFloridaClothesCakesiPhone App ReviewsBlogging TricksCigarsSlippersAlcoholic BeveragesCosmetic SurgeryiPhoneSports Accessories and ItemsMobile Phone And AccessoriesSpainFestivalsMix And Match MomentsGoogle PagerankJournalFashionBeautyDiningOral CareCinemasRecipesCar and Car AccessoriesBlogrollBathroom AccessoriesFurniture and AppliancesHair CarePhilippinesSweNay.comPS3TechnologyHong KongCelebritiesSM Mall of AsiaCollectiblesReal EstatePhotosCulinary SchoolDessertsLondonHotelsProduct ReviewsSwedenNeutrogenaSingaporeTravel Wish ListAwardsShoppingWish ListCosmetic DentistryHealthFacebookHealth Items/AccessoriesShoesHome DiningBakingFew things in betweenGreat SavingsPizzaMusicOlayAccessoriesGadgetsSöderhamnYouTubeSwimwearTV AdsDisclosure PolicyKitchen ItemsBloggingTicketsSkin Care and Beauty ProductsCoffee ShopsRed CarpetBlackberry Cell Phone AccessoriesRestaurantsResortsIce CreamLookBookGood FoodDressesPet Items and AccessoriesInvitationsEuropeBaby Itemsbeauty. fashion. shopping. <br>Because coffee is my cup of tea. <br>http://ovahcoffee.comhttp://www.ovahcoffee.com/noreply@blogger.com (Mary Anne Velasco)Blogger734125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7374424232357016654.post-8012768683207912523Tue, 29 May 2012 00:14:00 +00002012-05-29T02:28:49.591+02:00FashionShoppingShoesSummer.  It is that time of the year when I get a couple of months to wear light comfy clothes.  No need for heavy jackets, boots, gloves and ear muffs.  Shorts, a sleeveless top and a pair of flat or dress sandals are all I need to go shopping, do the groceries and meet up with my friends downtown.  No fuss.  No muss.  Summer is indeed the perfect picture for a breath of fresh air. Just like http://www.ovahcoffee.com/2012/05/sandals-show-those-pretty-toes-because.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mary Anne Velasco)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7374424232357016654.post-12393531122180861Tue, 22 May 2012 19:42:00 +00002012-05-22T21:43:15.759+02:00FashionShoppingShopping-Wish-ListClothingI am currently watching the first part of Eurovision 2012.  Since a few entries are quite boring me, I have thought of amusing myself by Monki-ing around.  I am thinking of ordering one or two skirts online and Monki.com is my first stop for e-window shopping.  Monki has three above-the-knee skirts which will end up in my wish list.  And oh… they do have pages of lovely tops, too! Skirts from http://www.ovahcoffee.com/2012/05/get-monki-style-this-summer.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mary Anne Velasco)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7374424232357016654.post-8951940575337597287Sat, 19 May 2012 17:45:00 +00002012-05-19T19:45:09.228+02:00Kitchen ItemsLove them or loathe them, most of us tend to do our weekly shopping in one or more of the large supermarkets nowadays. The convenience of being able to source the majority of our groceries and other household necessities under one roof is difficult to resist, and there’s always the added bonus that we might pick up a bargain or two along the way. Stand beside the exit of one of these stores at http://www.ovahcoffee.com/2012/05/trip-to-supermarket.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mary Anne Velasco)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7374424232357016654.post-1886703649675966466Fri, 18 May 2012 16:40:00 +00002012-05-18T18:40:23.456+02:00Skin Care and Beauty ProductsJust like women, men also care about the way they look.  Although most of the times they do not admit to it, deep down inside, every man hopes to have a healthy younger looking skin perhaps not to impress other people but to have that level of confidence everyone wants to carry with them all day long.  Now, is it wrong for men to observe proper grooming and look their best?  Of course  not.  http://www.ovahcoffee.com/2012/05/basic-facial-care-routine-for-men.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mary Anne Velasco)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7374424232357016654.post-4338027040074900731Fri, 18 May 2012 15:26:00 +00002012-05-18T17:29:06.629+02:00Few things in betweenReal EstateAfter having a long Yahoo! chat with my family, we have decided to start saving for a new house.  Hopefully, my family [mom and two brothers, a dog and four cats] will be moving to a cozier home sometime late next year.  Although they love the apartment where they are staying for the time being [friendly neighbors, nice environment and cheap rent], we believe that investing money on a decent http://www.ovahcoffee.com/2012/05/plan-for-better-home.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mary Anne Velasco)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7374424232357016654.post-2093754617126043325Sat, 12 May 2012 14:39:00 +00002012-05-12T16:48:32.661+02:00Skin Care and Beauty ProductsBeautyBeachesWith brown skin since birth, it is only lately when I come to realize how lucky I am to have been wearing this skin color.  In my teen years, brown skin was ugly and undesirable while those with lighter shades were head turners and gorgeous and were even referred to as stunningly flawless by most.  Could it be that we were so idolizing Snow White’s porcelain skin, Nicole Kidman’s very fair color http://www.ovahcoffee.com/2012/05/because-brown-is-definitely-in.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mary Anne Velasco)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7374424232357016654.post-6302345289399274214Tue, 08 May 2012 13:31:00 +00002012-05-08T15:31:23.423+02:00ShoppingPerfumesWish ListI have my own set of perfumes hidden safely in the bathroom cabinet, still kept inside their pretty boxes.  I rarely wear perfume but I enjoy collecting them.  Although I believe in the saying, “Do not judge a book by its cover”, the famous quote does not apply when it comes to perfumes.  If the bottles look charming, they must smell really nice! Speaking of gorgeous perfume bottles, Juicy http://www.ovahcoffee.com/2012/05/luxurious-juicy-couture-perfume-bottles.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mary Anne Velasco)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7374424232357016654.post-4570605932580126631Tue, 08 May 2012 09:52:00 +00002012-05-08T11:52:47.032+02:00SwedenShoppingWhen H&M [Hennes & Mauritz AB] announced on December 2011 their plan of opening a store in Söderhamn, I was one of the many who got really excited.  The exact opening date has not been revealed to the public yet but it is said to be sometime this Autumn.  My weird guess?  September or October.  A month ago, a clothing store has already been transferred to a new spot while a lingerie shop is http://www.ovahcoffee.com/2012/05/business-as-usual-h-is-coming-to-town.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mary Anne Velasco)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7374424232357016654.post-7492030417282818481Sun, 06 May 2012 21:00:00 +00002012-05-06T23:00:02.430+02:00FashionShoppingShopping-Wish-ListDressesSummer means freedom..  Freedom to wear what I want!  Shorts, skirts, sleeveless tops, ballet flats, flip flops and dresses - my wardrobe favorites during the warm summer months.  The last I checked, I do not find the need to buy blouses, tees, new pairs of shorts and flats.  Neither do I need new dresses but thing is… I want to do some dress shopping soon!  A piece or two, I guess? So far, here http://www.ovahcoffee.com/2012/05/dresses-summer-wish-list.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mary Anne Velasco)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7374424232357016654.post-1380859489746854530Fri, 04 May 2012 23:36:00 +00002012-05-05T01:38:20.493+02:00Culinary SchoolThis morning was mind-boggling.  We were finally divided into groups of three and were presented with a list of the ingredients our chef wanted to have for the entrée, main course and the dessert.  We were also informed about our time limit, a bit about the judging criteria and a few more rules to observe [hygiene, prep and so on].  Each group were given some time to plan the menu, ponder on the http://www.ovahcoffee.com/2012/05/culinary-school-one-week-to-go.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mary Anne Velasco)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7374424232357016654.post-5586950033909907148Wed, 02 May 2012 14:51:00 +00002012-05-02T16:55:52.988+02:00FashionShoppingAt 13°C, everyone is appreciating the sunny weather and the warm silent breeze brushing against our cheeks.  Soon, very soon - summer is finally here!  This means ice cream cones and popsicles, barbecue, sunbathing, long strolls along the beach, sunglasses, shorts, tees and comfy shoes! Because of too much excitement, my summer wardrobe is now organized and ready for the upcoming sizzling months!http://www.ovahcoffee.com/2012/05/fashion-breezy-summer-looks.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mary Anne Velasco)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7374424232357016654.post-7797951205562003290Wed, 02 May 2012 12:57:00 +00002012-05-03T02:00:39.528+02:00Few things in betweenEyewearHaving eyeglasses on when spending a minimum of eight hours per day in the restaurant kitchen is quite disturbing.  When the kitchen gets really warm and I begin to sweat, my glasses keep sliding down my nose.  Contact lenses?  I have considered them and have even given them a try.  Because they irritate my eyes, contacts are not meant for me.  Lasik eye surgery on the other hand is one option I http://www.ovahcoffee.com/2012/05/lasik-eye-surgeryme-want.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mary Anne Velasco)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7374424232357016654.post-6263056535388917540Tue, 01 May 2012 21:30:00 +00002012-05-01T23:30:59.584+02:00Few things in betweenAs I grow old, life brings me to places I’ve never thought I’ll see and experience new adventures.  Along my journey, I meet new people, make new friends and have sadly lost quite a few.  Searching for my dear long lost friends has not been easy but with the help of technology, I have been able to reconnect with some of them.  An impressive huge percent of the people I’ve met from kindergarten tohttp://www.ovahcoffee.com/2012/05/long-lost-friends-no-more.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mary Anne Velasco)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7374424232357016654.post-6863139965072295020Mon, 30 Apr 2012 21:13:00 +00002012-04-30T23:17:36.070+02:00ShoppingSM Mall of AsiaCigarsWhenever I fly home to the Philippines for a short vacation [3 weeks, 4 when lucky], I make sure to stop by one of my favorite souvenir shops, Kultura Filipino.  When there, my first target is the cigar corner.  With lots of sizes and flavors to choose from, deciding which ones to pick is a challenge. Cigar shopping at Kultura Filipino, Mall of Asia, Philippines28 February 2010 In 2010, I flew http://www.ovahcoffee.com/2012/04/hows-your-cigar-collection.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mary Anne Velasco)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7374424232357016654.post-6791085793385686755Tue, 24 Apr 2012 12:27:00 +00002012-04-24T14:34:27.477+02:00ShoppingShopping-Wish-ListBagsIn June of 2011, I published the post “Irregular Shoes with Irregular Styles by Irregular Choice” and today comes the sequel… featuring the foxy bags and clutches by Irregular Choice.  If you feel like you are having difficulties falling in love with the quite weird shoes, these handbags are totally a different story.  At least one of them will tickle your heart and make you say, “Oh, I want it!”http://www.ovahcoffee.com/2012/04/irregular-bags-and-clutches-by.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mary Anne Velasco)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7374424232357016654.post-3511322747347123403Tue, 24 Apr 2012 11:04:00 +00002012-04-24T13:28:15.436+02:00ShoppingI used to enjoy going downtown, spending hours to shop for what I need and for things I desire.  However, due to the hectic schedule I have been having for almost a year now, I have slowly turned into one of those e-shoppers which is something I find so handy, without a doubt! Through technology it is easier for retailers, agents and business owners to connect to their probable customers.  With http://www.ovahcoffee.com/2012/04/ads-let-you-know-whats-new.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mary Anne Velasco)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7374424232357016654.post-6380536702029897414Tue, 24 Apr 2012 07:11:00 +00002012-04-24T21:19:40.441+02:00FreebiesFew things in betweenHow excellent is it to receive casino bonuses and if even luckier, with free spins after a boring afternoon or a long day at work?  I am not a gambler but I have signed up for quite a handful of online casino websites so I can grab those bonus offers.  You know, sometimes you just have to give it a chance.  After all, if the opportunity’s for free, why not play your cards?  Win or no win, at http://www.ovahcoffee.com/2012/04/casino-bonuses-its-fun-minus-risk.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mary Anne Velasco)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7374424232357016654.post-7293772932443949366Sun, 22 Apr 2012 21:35:00 +00002012-04-23T14:27:30.928+02:00FashionShoppingDressesAt Babies ‘N Bellies, you will find a wide range of clothing selection for the soon-to-be moms.  From maternity tops to bottoms, dresses for all occasions to sleepwear, name it and you will certainly find the one you want. Check out these three fabulous maternity dresses from Babies ‘N Bellies:   The Cream Lace Maternity Dress This lovely sleeveless short dress is perfect for the summer!  You http://www.ovahcoffee.com/2012/04/babies-bellies-maternity-dresses-at-its.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mary Anne Velasco)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7374424232357016654.post-7798670999724413298Sun, 22 Apr 2012 21:15:00 +00002012-04-22T23:15:15.747+02:00FashionShoppingJewelryIf you are into Amethyst, Glass and Hessonite beads, you might also want to check Charoite Beads which are characterized by its opaque lavender color.  It has lighter shades [cream and lightbrown for example] which swirls around each piece giving it the precious marble gemstone look. If you have not seen one in person yet, you are not alone.  Believe it or not, it is my first time to hear about http://www.ovahcoffee.com/2012/04/for-love-of-fine-gems-charoite-beads.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mary Anne Velasco)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7374424232357016654.post-8751837103632662425Sun, 22 Apr 2012 20:56:00 +00002012-04-22T22:56:34.003+02:00MusicShoppingShopping-Wish-ListI have given it some thought.  I fancy learning the guitar.  It is no surprise really.  I have tried playing the instrument back when I was still in high school and have even given it another shot after college.  With a short amount of patience, I then came up with the conclusion that playing the guitar was not meant for me.  But then again, really? With a few more weeks left in culinary school, http://www.ovahcoffee.com/2012/04/challenge-learn-to-play-guitar.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mary Anne Velasco)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7374424232357016654.post-5359801557256131925Sun, 22 Apr 2012 20:19:00 +00002012-04-22T22:19:51.727+02:00FitnessSummer job 2008 in a health shop downtown - Almost everyday, a number of male customers were asking about testosterone boosters and were curious which ones clients purchased the most.  They of course did their own research at home before dropping by the shop but still were inquisitive to make sure that they would be going home with a product that would give them the results they were hoping for. http://www.ovahcoffee.com/2012/04/testosterone-boosters-do-your-research.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mary Anne Velasco)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7374424232357016654.post-247156020154376813Sun, 22 Apr 2012 19:44:00 +00002012-04-22T21:45:45.428+02:00ShoppingShopping-Wish-ListFurniture and AppliancesBebe and I are so looking forward to purchasing a tv stand.  The one that we have in our living room right now obviously needs to be replaced.  Although it still look pretty, it is no longer stable.  I have fixed it a million times.  I am no handyman so well, expect no remarkable results.  Hopefully, before the whole thing crashes into pieces we already have a replacement. Looking around, we havehttp://www.ovahcoffee.com/2012/04/elegantly-crafted-tv-stand-with-mount.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mary Anne Velasco)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7374424232357016654.post-4041535499207322219Tue, 17 Apr 2012 08:27:00 +00002012-04-17T10:35:23.942+02:00ShoppingBeautyNeutrogenaThe only product by Neutrogena I use is the their Visibly Clear Toner which effectively helps me fight acne breakouts.  I have to admit, upon seeing their new skin care line, the Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair, I am so looking forward to trying it myself. Unfortunately, I wasn’t able to catch the detail about where I could get the Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle moisturizer or the serum as I was so http://www.ovahcoffee.com/2012/04/beauty-neutrogena-rapid-wrinkle-repair.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mary Anne Velasco)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7374424232357016654.post-7698372600796642355Tue, 17 Apr 2012 08:24:00 +00002012-04-17T11:23:51.218+02:00ShoppingHome and LivingSo you are visiting a friend, a colleague or a relative for the first time and all you have is the house address.  Although there’s GPS to help you locate the house number, isn’t it a lot easier if the home you are looking for have their unit clearly marked with illuminated house numbers especially if you are heading there after the sun sets? The Address Plaque Store sells illuminated address http://www.ovahcoffee.com/2012/04/solar-powered-illuminated-house-numbers.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mary Anne Velasco)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7374424232357016654.post-1761906581433966816Fri, 13 Apr 2012 23:01:00 +00002012-04-14T01:04:15.253+02:00EventsWeddingsBellagala is a Minnesota based ultimate wedding shop.  From planning to invitations, florist designers, cakes, transportation, hair and make up, photography, videography --- literally, they have everything a soon-to-be couple needs in order to experience the much awaited start of their “happily ever after” story. Every artist of Bellagala’s team of Minnesota wedding planners are experts in each http://www.ovahcoffee.com/2012/04/bellagalathe-ultimate-wedding-shop.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mary Anne Velasco)0