February 2012
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A new smile
TeamMFJ features the story of 26-year old Rojan J. Pajarin who was born with a physical deformity but with a hopeful heart. With the unending support of his mother, Rojan persevered to live the normal life he has now. Today, Rojan shares his hope to other individuals born with the same condition.
In my childhood, being a cleft is no big deal for me. I did not care whenever people tease me or...
January 2012
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The ‘maleta’ story
Freelance journalist Cher Jimenez relates her interesting story of God’s blessings through her ‘maleta’ (luggage).
In 2002, I got my much-awaited return to Dubai via the Truth Awards of the Institute on Church and Social Issues of the Ateneo de Manila University. It was an answered prayer for me since I left the UAE in 2000 with quite a heavy heart. I knew in my heart that the Lord would send me...
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Mannaforjenny.org welcomes a new sister. (^-^) →
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Using my divine gift for the glory of God
By Philip Erpelo
I joined the music ministry when I was a third year high school student. Since then, I grew more mature in faith through having a consistent dosage of gospel music. My calling has been confirmed by God through people who approached me to simply encourage me to continue in it. My dream to become a professional singer is also one of the things that encourage me to improve my...
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An invitation you should never miss
(image from google)
Mannaforjenny.org believes that good people abound everywhere.
We believe that there are people who live inspiring lives by using their gifts passionately. These are ordinary people just like us but are totally different in one way or another. We often wonder why they always have so much joy and passion in doing their work or in doing other things that give us...
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Marie Digby and her first video Ad for Make Up For... →
Here’s Marie Digby in her first video ad for Make Up For Ever (MUFE) highlighting her favorite look for the holiday season.
Marie reminded me of the personal beauty class I attended at MUFE last October. I realized the need to do more practice about what I learned in the class. (^-^)
**My favorite MUFE products are the Lift Concealer and the Aqua Liner.
December 2011
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Tangerine will be in everyone's lips on 2012: A...
Next year, expect more tangerine in the eyes, that will be the color that will dominate the year.
This was noted by Maybelline senior color stylist Jim Ryan Ros in an interview during a basic make up workshop held last December 17 at Indielight media office in Roxas Boulevard.
Ros demonstrates the right way to apply the liquid foundation to a participant
While make up brands will...
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The PMA for Sendong survivors: an update
THE DOCTOR IS IN. A doctor examines the eyes of a male patient
Last Christmas Day, a multi-sectoral coalition led by the Philippine Medical Association (PMA) successfully conducted a medical mission with emphasis on psycho-spiritual processing or stress debriefing for the victims of Typhoon Sendong in Cagayan de Oro City. The humanitarian project called “ Oplan DOC SANTA” was held at the...
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Marie Digby is the Make Up For Ever Philippines’...
Fans of the Youtube singing sensation and fans of the make up brand recently spent a couple of exciting hours at the Make Up For Ever (MUFE) store in Bonifacio High Street in a meet and greet session dedicated especially for Marie Digby.
Digby, who popularized acoustic covers of several hits including Rihanna’s ‘Umbrella’ gamely answered the crowd’s questions that revolved mostly...
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Give to ‘Sendong’ survivors through the Philippine...
The Philippine Medical Association (PMA), the umbrella organization of all medical societies in the country is mounting its ‘Oplan Doc Santa’ beginning on Christmas Day to help restore the lives of the families who were affected by the tragedy brought by tropical storm ‘Sendong.’
The storm not only claimed lives but it also created a huge damage to properties in the cities of Northern Mindanao...
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Makeup and Fashion forecast for 2012
The coming year is set to bring in exciting trends such as tangerine eyeshadow, eyeliner and lots of patterns and prints, including polka dots, soft curls among others.
This was revealed by the team who made it as first runner up of the makeup and styling reality show Mega Fashion Crew - Mikee Arcano, Jeunella Atienza and Clarence Paul.
The trio graced one of the Christmas parties that I...
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To be a bride and to be a mom – every little... →
*** I’m sharing one of my favorite songs “I’m in love with You” by Kari Jobe in the sincere hope that you would be reminded of God’s presence and love. We all go through sadness, hopelessness, uncertainty and fear. But let us not forget that God is not watching high above the heavens, He is actually where you are – beside you - helping you live the life that He gave you. It may be easy to become...
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How to find love - the Fabulously feminine seminar...
Let’s admit it: some women have become jaded after breaking up a number of times with guys who have been reduced into various derogatory words after the breakup. Some vowed never to fall in love again. However, deep within the recesses of their hearts, they long to find ‘The One.’
There are also women who have not been into a relationship before. Someone came up with the label ‘No...
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Anne Curtis is new Primadonna endorser
‘Different shoe, Different you.’
This is the new slogan of shoe brand Primadonna as it launched its newest celebrity endorser, Anne Curtis.
The glamorous event held at the posh Makati Shangri-la hotel showed attendees a peek at the brand’s shoe collection that caters to the varied design philosophies of women.
The launch was co-hosted by the beautiful Divine Lee
Yes, the hosts wore the...
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December Favorites and Maybelline make up workshop...
Among all the makeup products I bought from my recent trip to Korea, I’ve only had the chance to really get myself acquainted with the BB Cream and the Itsskin Shimmering cheek color in Sparkling Orange.
All the makeup I brought home with me.
I find the BB cream an amazing alternative to liquid foundation or a makeup primer as it covers slight imperfections cleverly without making me...
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Coffee Culture in Seoul
One thing I noticed about this overly exciting city is that coffee shops abound everywhere.
As common as fashionable women striding here and there in their lovely coats, knee-high boots and perfectly lined eyes (Many Korean women seem to have perfected the skill of using the liquid eyeliner), coffee shops line the streets, each with their distinct allure.
If you are a coffee addict, Seoul...
November 2011
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The Sound of Music at the Resorts World Manila
The hills are alive with the sound of music With songs they have sung for a thousand years The hills fill my heart with the sound of music My heart wants to sing every song it hears My heart wants to beat like the wings of the birds that rise from the lake to the trees My heart wants to sigh like a chime that flies from a church on a breeze To laugh like a brook when it trips and falls over...
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Shopping for clothes this Christmas – the...
Christmas season actually starts as early as September in the Philippines but most people are only able to fulfill their shopping lists by December.
Are you looking for an economical way to add some exciting new pieces to your wardrobe? Then head to every practical fashionista’s paradise and have some fun!
Divisoria
Clothes, shoes, toys, accessories, bags – name it, they have it....
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The makeup and skin care products I enjoyed using...
1. Motives cosmetics perfecting face primer
I love how this velvety soft primer turns powder-like when I apply it on my skin. It never felt oily or sticky on my face when I used it for an entire week abroad. I believe this is also perfect to use in a country with humid weather because it will never bring discomfort to the user.
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2. Motives cosmetics dual...
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Shiseido workshop at Marionnaud
I spent some two hours of my Saturday in a Shiseido workshop at the Marionnaud store at Mall of Asia.
As Celeste Chavez, the training manager of Shiseido explained the proper steps in applying makeup, I recalled the interview I did with Shiseido executives in Tokyo, Japan five years ago. I love make up, so when I had the chance to choose the topics I want to write about when I attended a...
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Jehovah Rapha and the N Seoul Tower
After spending about an hour in Han gang Park, Hannah and I headed off to N Seoul Tower on Mt. Namsan.
We rode a yellow bus from the Chungmuro station that passed through several rows of coffee shops, boutiques, restaurants and night markets that signified a lively nightlife.
We passed by an almost deserted highway before we went up a winding road that offered an enchanting evening view of...
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My week in Seoul: Finding Han gang park
The Han River saw the economic transformation of Seoul following the Korean war. ‘Miracle on the Han river’ tells of the rise of South Korea from the ashes of the war, particularly the city of Seoul along the Han River.
This interesting historical fact led my companion Hannah and I to continue searching for Han gang park despite aching feet and tired leg muscles. We just came out of Lotte...
October 2011
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Seoul: a city of lovely sights and interesting pop...
All work and no play makes a life dull, they say. In a successful attempt to chop off monotony in our lives, a friend and I decided to visit Seoul last October.
Our plane landed at Incheon International Airport at 6:15 am.
Incheon International airport is said to be one of the world’s best airports.
The air hostess promptly told us that there is a one-hour difference in Korea and Manila,...
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Yes, God is everywhere – even in my trip to Seoul
I spent five exciting days in Seoul.
But before I share my experiences in the land of Kimchi, K-pop and everything Hallyu, let me first share an interesting conversation I heard from two Caucasian tourists who crossed the street ahead of Hannah and I on our first day, on our way to the guesthouse.
“This is my belief, that there is actually no God who takes care of every little thing here on...
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Learning Make Up Professionally
Make up is an art, some say.
But others who do not know the complexities involved in enhancing beauty through make up and the joy that ensues in achieving this goal would easily dismiss this. They may think it is easy to wield a few strokes here and there to create a polished look. Yes, it is easy for an expert, but for a novice, practice may just be the word.
This was what I learned when I...
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Here’s an App that tells you about the ingredients...
When you read the list of ingredients on your favorite shampoo, can you actually tell which chemical is cancerous or not? Can you pinpoint which chemical is toxic?
Many of us are clueless on the nature of the chemical ingredients in the products that we use everyday. Our toothpaste, mouthwash, soap, facial cleanser, shaving gel/cream, body wash, exfoliating wash, shampoo, facial toner, and even...
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Around the world with your Taste Buds
I know many of us are now trying to watch our diet or at least attempting to do it as Christmas day approaches. But what do we do when flavors all over the world are brought to us conveniently in one place?
Appetite magazine brings together Western and Eastern Cuisine in the Appetite Restaurant Festival 2011 from October 14 to November 30 at the Shangri-la Plaza in Mandaluyong City.
As the...
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AVON kisses breast cancer goodbye
There is strength in numbers, they say, and AVON certainly demonstrated this in yesterday’s Kiss Goodbye Breast Cancer (KGBC) walk and fun run at Mall of Asia, Pasay City.
The event was held to encourage everyone to participate in the battle against Breast Cancer by gathering 125,000 ‘kisses of support’ for breast cancer patients. For background information, read story here.
(Hosts Lyn Ching...
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The AVON Extralasting Mascara and my favorite...
My favorite Maybelline mascara died today.
I know I shouldn’t use this beyond its shelf life which is anywhere between three to six months. I loved this mascara so much, I used it ‘til it dried up. Truth is, I even felt bad when I finally tossed it in the bin.
But I have to move on and I have decided to finally use the Avon extra lasting mascara that I received about a month...
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September favorites and how to apply false...
I know it’s already October but I found myself swamped with so many ideas last month that I wasn’t able to post my picks for September.
Anyway, I’d like to begin with Motives cosmetics Lip Shine in Tropical Sherbet.
I’m fond of using this lipgloss for its sweet candy scent. When I apply it on my lips, it tastes like milkshake. Its sweet candy scent blends well with its taste giving me a...
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Why you need to find people who inspire you
Searching the web for inspirational quotes one day, my eyes delighted upon reading these messages from the great nun from Calcutta, Mother Teresa:
“People are often unreasonable and self-centered. Forgive them anyway.” “If you are honest, people may cheat you. Be honest anyway.” “If you find happiness, people may be jealous. Be happy anyway.” “The good you do today may be forgotten tomorrow....
September 2011
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On courtesy and Kindness
I was enjoying the last slices of my roasted chicken in this well-known fast food outlet when my eyes widened upon seeing traces of blood on the chicken meat and the chicken bone. The funny thing about this is that my shock led me to swallow the meat in my mouth in a split second.
As I reached out for my glass of water, hoping to push down the slightly raw chicken on my throat, a waiter passed...
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My mane story: Revlon Professional Weekend
The invitation said Revlon Professional Makeover Weekend.
Initially, I thought we would be enjoying a makeup session. Turned out, our tresses are in for an exciting treat in an otherwise ordinary Sunday afternoon.
Upon arriving at the Revlon office in Pasig city, our ‘before makeover’ pictures were taken. As I posed before the camera, I thought of the before and after pictures we usually see on...
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AVON celebrates its 125th anniversary with 125,000...
I’m sure many of us grew up seeing an AVON product in the house.
I remember enjoying the lovely scent of ‘sweet honesty’ when I was in my early teens and sprinkling the body powder ‘Imari’ all over my body just before I go to school. I was already in my 20’s when I realized that the scent was overpowering for a teenage girl like me. ^-^
Avon was founded by David H. Mc Connell at a time when women...
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Their own brand of music
“But we have this treasure in jars of clay to show that this all-surpassing power is from God and not from us.” 2 Corinthians 4:7 (NIV)
Some people just bring us so much joy and inspiration in their own sincere ways.
Thing is, many of them are unaware that they touch our lives just by doing what they do best.
I have heard a lot of music teams in the church that I attend and I must...
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MOTIVES COSMETICS WORKSHOP
Professional makeup artists fascinate me.
They always seem to have this magical ability to enhance beauty not by a bag of tricks but a handful of quality makeup.
The internet, youtube in particular, has made makeup application almost an easy task to learn. With just a keystroke, those who get absorbed into the videos of my favorite ‘makeup gurus’ Michelle Phan, Bubzbeauty (Lindy Tsang) and...
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The search for the Practical Fashionista Beauty...
On September 3, a leading international cosmetics line that recently made local cosmetics shelves more colorful is conducting a half-day makeup tutorial session. A professional makeup artist will lead the Motives cosmetics workshop that will start at 12:30 PM on the 13th floor of the Philamlife tower, 8767 Paseo de Roxas, Makati City.
I’m looking for one practical fashionista *beauty buddy* to...
August 2011
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August favorites
It’s a day before the end of August and I am posting about the products that I am loving this month.
First is the Etude house Aloha two two kiss lip tint.
This beauty product is basically a lip tint on one end and gloss on the other
It is a sweet pink that does not scream “I am here! I am here!” but will definitely be appreciated by people who love natural-looking pinks on their lips. It is...
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The Thrifted Series
A lot of fashion enthusiasts revel at amazing finds that are truly practical.
Many smart fashionistas I know now have some pieces of clothing that they sourced from bazaars and from the ukay-ukay stores. Contrary to what many believe, not all clothes from the ukay-ukay are second hand clothing. A lot of the clothes there, especially if the store says their clothes ‘have newly arrived’, would even...
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I had a great time attending the Second Blogger Manila Fiesta in SM Cyberzone last weekend.
Though it wasn’t my first time to come up on stage and give a presentation, I felt momentarily terrified to stand in front of you guys. But you were all so terrific and warm. Thank you very much. Thank you for appreciating my talk. I appreciated your response even more.
I received some requests to...
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There’s something intriguing about a celebrity doing altruistic deeds that makes him or her ubiquitous for the next seven days or so – until something bigger comes up or until another star does the ‘next big deed’.
When Enchong Dee came by the Department of Health office this week and donated blood in his desire to help dengue patients, he also sort of glamorized the act of donating blood,...
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Look what I got in the mail:
They say half of the excitement in receiving presents can be attributed to the beauty of how the gift was packaged. This logo of human heart nature certainly made my heart leap in anticipation of the goodies inside.
Wow! a toner, eye makeup, lotion and facial wash
I’ve been using this balancing facial wash about two weeks now and I’m really loving...
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There’s something beautiful about men supporting and promoting advocacies concerning women.
Seeing fathers doting and actually taking care of their little ones always sends a warm touch to my mushy heart making me appreciate the role of fathers even more.
This probably stems from the fact that I grew up with just one parent in the house, my father. To me and my sisters, he is both...