THIS LITTLE LIGHT OF MINE

While probably half of the metropolis is in the thick of shopping sprees, the people at our company are biding their time. Why? Mainly because our bonuses, if at all, have not been released yet.

But once the bucks pour in, I promised myself that I will get those wooden furniture I reserved at the Leoque Collection. I've already earmarked key pieces, including lamps and other accents for our living and dining areas.

I still haven't made up my mind on what to get for the dining room though. I am undecided whether to get a a nice drop lamp that would go well with the dining table, or maybe settle for this interesting Minka Aire. Care to help me out?

A DIFFERENT KIND OF REWARDS SYSTEM

If you are still on the lookout for a nice gift for your inaanaks, let me suggest this Reward Board that I scored at a bazaar.
The Reward Board comes with a printed set of goals, rewards velcro, and precut stars which you attach to a foam board every time your little one does good. The system is very flexibile, allowing you to switch goals and rewards for the week.

This nifty discipline tool has saved me the time and effort of nagging my son not to do stuff. Instead, it has transformed my energy into positivism, making me instead, focus on my son's sense of resposibility and pride. All these, for sure, translate to a lot of savings as far as wrinkle treatment is concerned. Hehehe!

Only P200.00 at the Karl Edwards Bazaar.

ALL ABOUT MOMS

I should really be sleeping in a bit. You see, my sib and I have made a date tomorrow to visit this... At the rate I'm going, I just might find myself snoozing at those outdoor cushions of Rockwell Tent. And that's gonna be real bad since I am hoping to score some early Yuletide finds at what has been dubbed as the ultimate shopping event for Moms like moi.

With over 50 vendors showcasing the latest finds for moms and babies, fashion and home products, what more can a mom ask for. So excuse me folks, I just might have to hit the snooze button soon.

Expo Mom
Rockwell Tent
November 22
10am to 8pm
Entrance Fee: P25 per
http://expomom.wordpress.com/

SIX WINKS LEFT

Till I get my hands on this purple piece...
Thanks to good friend R of Therapy Bags, my dream of owning countless colors of Longchamp Bags is slowly but surely becoming a reality. With the financial crunch making its presence felt on every Filipino family, splurging on expensive bags, at the moment, seems totally inappropriate.

I've been a fan and collector of Longchamp Bags for years and my love affair with these lovable arm candies has been strengthened and deepened over time. After all, where else can you find a designer bag that combines sense and style without burning a hole in your pocket? It can swing from being a carry-all bag that can hold the heaviest of netbooks, to a nice tote that you you can carry with you to any affair.

Double yay that I'd be a proud owner of an LE all because of Therapy Bags! I.can't wait. Up next, Kiwi Green or Rouge in time for Christmas! :)

Therapy Bags
http://therapybags.multiply.com
+63917.8434777

TURNING CANTONESE

One of the many things that made our move down south worth the while was the great Cantonese resto located just a stone's throw away from our village.

If you find yourselves in the vicinity of a Puregold outlet, chances are, you'd also bump into a great Asian restaurant called Luk Foo. Luk Foo Restaurant offers over 200 dishes cooked Cantonese way, which, they say, have been painstakingly coined by master chefs from Hong Kong.

My mom has been a suki for years (because she's been a Puregold suki too), to the point that the waiters and cashiers have taken her favorite dishes to heart. Do note too that she is on first name basis with all the waiters and cashiers. Well what can I say free people, biba si grandmaver! Hehehe.

We've become Luk Foo converts too, eating there at whim. And I don't think we'll ever get tired of the place especially since we get great food at good prices. Case in point:

Seaweed with Century Egg - P180.00Diced Chicken and Salted Fish Fried Rice - P200.00Sweet and Sour Pork - P220.00Ampalaya with Beef Tausi Sauce - P250.00Luk Foo Fried Chicken - P220.00

Now you know why I love accompanying my mom when she does her groceries at Puregold. Hehehe!

Luk Foo Cantonese Kitchen
A: Puregold Price Club Bldg.
Ninoy Aquino Ave. Sto. Niño
Parañaque City
T: +632.8519288

LAVA LOVE

I am in love-a with this lava cake from new kid on the (GB5) block--Lorenzo's Way. Dubbed as the Banana-Chocolate Volcano, this concoction consists of a chocolate bundt smothered with chocolate ganache, oozing with coffee cream sauce, topped with roasted bananas. It is divine!

Lorenzo's Way is part of that famed chain of LJC restaurants which marries the tried and tested elements of great ambience, good food and reasonably priced meals. Everything is laid back, cozy, even homey. No need for those fancy gowns and tuxedos when dining in an LJC outlet.

More on my Lorenzo's Way experience soon!

Lorenzo's Way
A: G/F Greenbelt 5, Ayala Center
T: +632.7290047

WHAT'S IN STORE THIS NOVEMBER...

It's bazaar season once again and here's a lowdown of the various venues for retail therapy this month...

The Victoria Towers Bazaar
Victoria Towers, Mezzanine Level, Timog Ave. cor. Panay Ave., Quezon City
November 1 to 30, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Four Seasons Fair
Forbes Town Showroom, 26th Street corner Rizal Drive, Crescent Park West District, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City
November 4 – 15: Fashion and Accessories Fair
November 16-27: Beauty, Wellness, Gifts and Novelties Fair
November 28-30: Home, Food, Arts & Crafts Fair

Christmas Bazaar at Manila Ocean Park
Manila Ocean Park, Luneta, Manila
November 6 to 8, 13 to 15, 20 to 22, 27 to 29. December 4 to 6, 11 to 13, 18 to 20, 25 to 27.

Bazaar For All Seasons
Bahay ng Alumni, University of the Philippines Diliman, Quezon City
November 5 to 7, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Ultimate Girls’ Night Out Bazaar
November 6, Rockwell Tent, Makati City, 11:30 a.m. – 10 p.m.

Enjoy great bargains from the best beauty and fashion brands like Kira Plastinina, Fox, Lyn, Adidas, Ray-Ban, Iora, Giordano Ladies, Lei’s Closet, Ray-Ban, The Face Shop, gadgets including video cards, and more.

Exclusive Perks for Metrobank Cardholders: free entrance to the bazaar, raffle entry, free drinks and free photo at the picture booth.

My Little Art Place
222 Wilson Street, Greenhills, San Juan
November 6 to November 8, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

FOR KIDS ONLY

Better get those gift tags and christmas cards , because the biggest and "bestest" kiddie Yuletide sale is here!
Enjoy up to 80% off on all branded toys, clothes and shoes at one of the most anticipated warehouse sales for kids and even kids at heart. The Richwell Sale will run on select dates between November 14 to December 23, giving you enough time to experience this much awaited Yuletide shopping event. Better save up those bills folks, this one's cash basis only.

Happy (saving and) shopping!