Tints of My Heart

March is my birth month. I am doubling a number this year. Time sure flies and it’ll be 2 years now that my age is no longer included in the calendar. Figure my age out if you want. This is me today…

From being a shy girl in Elementary to being a dance club member, a cheer dancer from sophomore to senior years and be active and social in High School and just be a regular student in a huge university in College and graduating a degree in Doctor of Optometry and experience numerous job search and end up in a small hospital to serve the Armed Forces of the Philippines and their dependents and getting married to my first love and long time boyfriend and being a mom to a very cute little boy after experiencing a high risk pregnancy sure sums up my years. For the future, I will still be me, pure and simple. Enjoy my family more and be with the company of my few but very treasured true friends. I pray for the best of health not only for myself but for my love ones as well and yes, I also pray for world peace, no matter how cliche it is!

I love denim. I call it, classic fabric. They never go out of style plus is a very versatile fabric. Have a few denim items in your closet and pair it with some of your other pieces then you will definitely be chic and “in”. I love how denim evolved these years. You don’t only see them as your regular jeans or shorts. The fashion industry saw all the possibilities and today we can enjoy denim in so many ways…

Chambray western shirt - perfect to pair with your black or white shorts or capris.

Chambray drawstring shirt dress (LOVE this piece) - wear with flops for Summer or your black tights and boots during Fall or Winter.

Faded denim blazer (another piece that I would LOVE to have) - the soft denim fabric will look nice on just about anything from your summer dress, little black dress or your shorts and regular tee!

Plus these versions of denim jeans which evolved from just the regular jeans we had during those good ‘ol days…

Easy straight destructed boyfriend jeans

and

Always skinny destructed jeans

Find these pieces and you will never go wrong. If you don’t know what to wear, grab one of these and you will be fashionista all the way!

My friend is investing and she will buy gold coins and is so happy to surprise her husband who actually gave her the extra money to think of something out of her boring day at home. I find her idea pretty much exciting and clever. She may have idle time at home but being a stay at home mom is never easy or boring, as to what her husband thinks of it. Anyway, gold future is on the rise and from what I read about it, it actually has a bright future because it’s moving again as the euro gains against the U.S. dollar. The euro gain is making the yellow precious metal an even more attractive investment alternative and analysts and investors are predicting that investing is stable and it will be reliable to have golds as an investment. I sure hope my friend reads more about it though, having a business needs knowledge and no matter how stable and profit earning it is, she has to know the ins and outs of everything.

or at least something similar to one of these jersey blazers that I’ve been wanting since last year but was a little occupied with some other things that I forgot about it…

This jersey blazer features a notched collar and a single-button closure. Faux welt bust pocket. Long sleeves. Striped lining.

This jersey blazer features a notched collar and single-button closure. Cuff detail at patch hip pockets and 6″ vent at back. Rounded slit and striped woven lining at cuffs. Long sleeves.

My cousin volunteered that she looks for it in the States, maybe something she can give for my birthday? HAHA. Nah! Anyway, I’m kinda disappointed looking for something similar here, because what I find are so expensive and the fabrics are not even that nice, I want the jersey fabric. I hope she finds one.

Yes, it’s my first time to give my 2 cents regarding this year’s Oscar’s Awards Fashion. I’m no fashion expert but this is a free country! HAHA…

I must say, this is my favorite gown! Sandra’s embroidered lace and metallic Marchesa sheath hugged her body to a T. I so love her hair as well, even her make up. She came tonight very prepared to accept her Best Actress award.

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Summer is officially here and we are actually looking for possible resorts to get away from all the bustle and hustle of the metro even for just 2 days. I would want to go to Hawaii actually and live for maybe 2 weeks in a vacation rental Hawaii home in Waikiki. But going to a grand vacation such as that will have to take a lot of preparation and savings. I know someday we’ll bask in the sun in one of the most gorgeous paradise such as this…

But right now all I ask is we get a reservation in a nice resort in Batangas.

March is a very important month of the year, simply because it’s my son’s birth month and mine as well. We are actually more excited to celebrate DS’s birthday but of course turning 33 this year is such a celebration as well and I want a few items for my birthday and most of them are really expensive stuff but I know that this blog entry is free and I can totally include anything on my list. I wish to just get one from these items this March, I will let you know which one I love the best after the last item on the list…

Elliptical Machines such as this Smooth Agile DMT X2 Elliptical, that will help me lose more weight when I’m at home and don’t have the time to hit the gym.

A Silk Jersey similar to this one but I want something with 3/4 sleeves since it is very hot in the my country, to pair with a black or dark brown shorts and a pair of nice flats sandals .

A Gucci G-Wave. A medium shoulder bag in leather with G ornament with woven leather accents. I know this is something that will only be in my dreams, unless I win the lottery since it is priced at $2540.

Tom Ford Whitney Sunnies. I’ve been in love with this sunglasses for a long time now and though I’ve been looking for replicas, I think I might as well save up for the real thing.

Vita Fede Bangles. I love the first 3 bangles which is nice to wear all at the same time the green is in L size, the dark brown in M and the light gray in S. And when I have the 3 of them maybe I can have the bottom 2 also. HAHA…

Panasonic Lumix LX3. Because I want a small cam that I can carry in a medium sized purse all the time and which also takes great pictures like that of a dslr.

A shopping spree at Schu and any nice boutique in Powerplant or Makati or MOA.

So what is my very fave in this list? I want the Tom Ford sunnies first since it’s Summer already and I’ve been wanting that for so long. Oh well, a girl can only dream. I hope my Prince Charming will read this though.

A friend is living in New York and she recently gave birth to a very pretty baby girl. She doesn’t know how to drive and is actually a stay at home mom but run errands all the time. Though they live in the city and most shops are just walking distance from their apartment, her growing baby is getting a bit heavier each day so I suggested to her of buying a nice baby jogger city mini which is very light weight and compact.

Shopping for babies is very exciting. Now that I have a toddler, it’s less fussy. So when a friend asks for help, I am happy to contribute.

I’m in love with this swimsuit and it’s expensive! How depressing right? I think I can carry this one even if it’s a bit sexy, even without those weight loss pills, pairing this top with a nice black boyleg will be nice. I want a new swim suit. Mine is a bit old though I love my old bikini since they have sentimental value (my best friend gave it to me), I want a new pair and this tankini will definitely cover up my bulges, looking so hot! (as if! )

Ruched tankini offers you the coverage of a one piece with the perfect fit of a two piece. Straps features adjustable sliders for more of less coverage in the cups. Cups are adjustable. Top ties at neck. Fully lined. Made in Brazil.

I woke up at 4:30am with a headache and a joint pain and I have no idea why. I slept early last night and had a sound sleep but when I woke up this morning, I don’t feel nice. I don’t think it’s the hormones, I just had my period and I don’t think the joints are affected when your hormones are going crazy. I should really get into the fitness and exercise stuff more seriously. I need motivation. How? Here are some tips:

1. Now that Summer is around, buy a bikini. Hang it somewhere where you can see it everyday so when you see them it will inspire you to exercise and eat healthy.
2. Treat yourself once in awhile when you complete your weekly regimen of exercise and diet by maybe buying yourself a bouquet of flowers or a nice top during the weekends.
3. Post a note around like on your laptop screen or your work station wall to remind you why you want to exercise, notes like “Bathing suit season” or “Getting healthy one step at a time”, this will remind you when you feel lazy to move your butt.
4. Are you sexy and really slim before? Dig some of your nicest old photos and post it in a place where you can see it often like you closet or your bathroom, ladies in a magazine might make you feel ugly but seeing yourself from way back like that will truly inspire you because that’s you!
5. Treat yourself to a spa once in a while after your gym routine. Looking forward to the spa time after hitting the gym will never let you miss your exercise.

These are just samples of motivations and you can make your own unique motivation for yourself. I will be healthier and sexier this 2010, we have to claim it and do something about it!