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I don't know how and what throws me to sign up for twitter.  Oh, i remember now..it was following those make up gurus from you tube that i am subscribed to. Then it became an all out personal obsession.  Then it went from not even knowing what twitter was all about to not going to the shower thinking how many tweets do i get out of my tweet.  Or how many have loled at my latest tweet.  Then the list goes on and on.

How many times do you actually check twitter to see updates of people you have followed?!  Does checking 5x in an hour marks the so called obsession level?!

I don't really have a lot of followers as of yet.  I followed not too many people.  But following them made me learn so many things from fashion to makeup to daily lives.  I learned what makeup is best for summer.  What toothpaste made teeth whiten in no time and less money..like every sort of tweets.. And now i am writing nonsense topic and i have to say if you have any comments on this post just, tweet on!

MAC SURVEY

I saw this tag/survey from beautymaintenance and i thought it is fun although i am new to Mac products

How long have you been using MAC?
Since 2007

What was your first MAC product?
A holiday set 2007 in smokey eyes quad

What's your all time favourite MAC product?
Nylon eyeshadow.  I can use it as highlight and all over color

What's your least favourite MAC product?
Their mascaras.

Do you own a Pro Card?
NO

Your MAC foundation shade?
NW 15

What's your favourite MAC foundation? 
N/A

Blusher:
I only have 3 at the moment, i got margin but lost it somewhere...so i have dame, dollymix and style

Powder:
MSF natural in light medium

Eyeshadow:
I filled up 2 palettes now but my favorite that i reached most is my neutral palette

Lipstick:
Viva Glam V, ravishing, shy girl, lollipop loving, b-babe, lavender whip

Lipgloss:
she's a star, queen bee, she loves candy, live and dye, viva glam V

Liner:
I own one but i cannot remember what it is right now.

Brush:
recently got 239, 109, then i have 217, 224, 187 hk collection, 219, 209.

Nail Lacquer:
I love mercenery..The only one i own so far from the style warriors collection.

Pro Product:
I don't own one

Comment on the following MAC product; Have you used them? If so, give feedback. 
Prep & Prime Skin:
cool but don't use it a lot

Full Coverage Foundation:
never used them

Studio Sculpt Foundation:
too heavy for me

Face & Body Foundation:
Never used

Mineralize Satin Finish Foundation: 
Never used

Studio Fix Fluid:
Never used

Hyper Real Foundation:
Never used

Select SPF15 Foundation:
Nice coverage but i don't use it a lot

Studio Tech Foundation:
Never used

Studio Fix Powder:
Never used

Studio Stick:
Never used

Hyper Real Pressed Foundation:
Never used

Beauty Powder:
i love the MSF natural in light medium..It gives a nice glow

Sculpt and Shape Powders: 
Never used

Loose Blot Powder:
Never used

Pressed Blot Powder:
Never used

Mineralize Skinfinish Natural:
yup, love it!

Mineralize Skinfinish:
totally in love with msf's

Bronzing Powder:
Never used

Powder Blush:
nice and very natural glow

Blushcreme:
Never used

Mineralize Blush:
Never used 

Gel Blush:
Never used

Cream Colour Base:
Never used

Studio Sculpt Concealer:
Never

Select Cover Up Concealer:
Never used

Select Moisturecover Concealer:
Never used

Studio Finish Concealer:
Never used

Studio Stick:
Never used

Lip Erase:
not interested

Tinted Lip Conditioner:
very moisturizing

Lipstick:
99.9% of my lipsticks are MAC. I LOVE their lipsticks more than any other and have never had any issues with them.

Lipgloss:
I'm not a huge lipgloss fan but I have a few and they are mainly MAC.  I don't like the sticky feel of lipglosses

See Thru Lip Colour:
Never used

Dazzleglass:
Never own one

Cremesheen Glass:
i love the feel of it.  It's creamy yet not sticky

Lip Gelee:
Never used

Lip Pencil:
not a fan

Solar Bits:
have a hard time dealing with it..

Nail Lacquer:
I only own one and i love it

Shadestick:
I have 2 from the rose romance collection.  But i am not really a fan of it.

Paint:
never used

Paint Pots

Bare Study is my favorite. 

Eyeshadow:
It's all that i have been collecting right now

Pigment:
I LOVE their pigments, they have nice effect but i pressed mine coz i have hard time dealing with pigments and fallouts.

Glitter:
N/A

Eye Kohl:
It glides and very smooth

Chromaline:
N/A

Liquid Last Liner:
N/A

Lustre Drops:
Never used

False Lashes:
N/A

ProLash Mascara:
N/A

Zoomlash:
N/A

Plush Lash Mascara:
See above

Fibre Rich Lash Mascara:
See above

Dazzle Lash Mascara:
See above

What has been your favourite MAC collection to date?
Ahmm, rose romance collection was a great one.  But i'm not really crazy with every collection.  I see to it though that i get an item or two of each collection.

Which MAC collection in your opinion do you think was disappointing, if any?
Idk,  i just think they need to re-release the best selling items they have.  

What products do you think MAC are missing?
none

Let me know if you decide to do this too, I'd love to see what your favorite products are!

Niagara Falls Encounter!

The exciting Niagara Falls was one worth of a long 8-hour drive!  It is long especially having a baby in the car who gets bored from time to time... restroom stops, snacks and meals in between the long drive made it really long yet so worth it!

Our roadtrip to Niagara Falls was one of our major trip.  Except my parents inlaw, we haven't been there.  And hearing from people who have gone there for more than once said that NY side has been developed for tourist and the amazing falls is beautiful..We really need to see the falls!

We stayed at a hotel close to the area.  We went to see the falls both day and night.  And of course took a lot of pictures here and there. How can we miss the picture taking..lol!

The following day was intended for the whole day tour, riding the ferry to get us up close to the falls.  We were first in line.  When we get closer to the ferry, our Den freaks out like no other.  I think she was scared with the blue coats that we wore so that we won't get wet.  We ended up not getting into the ferry which was good.  The rest went by the way.  Only me, hubby and Den didn't go...We waited at a souvenier store while they were on the ferry.

Then we took a ride with a trolley for a closer view of the majestic waterfall.  AMAZING how strong the running water that you cannot survive a second if you jump off...If you want to end your life, then jumping to Niagara Falls is the best way to end it soon! 

Family Reunion!

The moment of excitement will come to an end.  not really!! May 14,2009, my hubby's family arrived JFK international airport in NYC.  The long awaited reunion and first time for them to see Denise-made them extra excited...  Their flight arrived pretty late NY time but of course we have to bring Den to the airport.  Their vacation has some sort of hindrances.  They were not suppose to fly because of the overhyped news about swine flu.  Scary i know!!!

At the airport, we waited for about 30 mins for them to finally come out from the waiting area.  Of course, there were hugs and kisses.  We haven't seen the family for 3 years if my memory serves me right.

Then we head home coz it was late at night.  We still have to eat dinner and unpack...  Then time to hit the road for out of town trips in between the whole vacation time.  

Mother's Day

How can I forget this very special day when i am one of the mothers to celebrate it with.  This is my second time being a mom to celebrate that special occasion.  Well, I deserved to be treated like a queen on this day...What more made it special was the blue box.  To my surprise hubby lets me pick an item at the Tiffany & Co. store.  I don't own anything from Tiffany til then..It was my 1st jewelry from Tiffany and of course that blue box...It is lovely!  While i was browsing, i saw a lot of dad and kids looking out for a Mom's gift.  I am just lucky to be there and given the opportunity to pick what i really like.  Den was also there with us and she was good.  (as if she understood)..

So i picked the chainlink necklace with toggle lock and a heart.  I have been wanting to buy that necklace for so long and finally i get to have it.  

I am so lucky, very well loved and not to mention...SPOILED?!

Pacquiao vs Hatton

As a girlie girl type of person, i also have a sporty side of me!  I have been watching all fights of our very own Pacquiao.  I think i watched his fight twice when i was pregnant.  Can you imagine?  I feel like my baby at the at time was also boxing my tummy! haha!

Come Saturday, another fight he has to make.  We have invited some friends to come over for bbq, swimming and then watch the fight.  The fight won't start til very late coz it will be held at Las Vegas.  They have PST and we do have EST, it's like 3 hours time difference.  I don't mind waiting for the fight for it will be a momentous event.  I hope Pacquiao will make it again and many Filipinos will be proud of him.

I heard mix emotions and rumors about this coming fight.  My concern is to enjoy watching the fight and share that moment with friends and family.

I can't wait for our little get together.

Makeup Swap

I heard about makeupalley.com from youtube gurus that i have been watching.  It's a website where you can swap makeup or any item agreed by both parties.  You will have to list your swap items and wishlist items.  In this website, you can also read reviews about products, makeup, hair products etc etc.  

I joined and registered this site not long ago but just started with swapping this week.. I tell you, it's very addicting!  Yet you also have to be careful coz there are also swaplifter! Who would think they existed? Right! They do! I love makeup ally, great reviews! and it can really be a fun and resourceful community.

So far, i have sent 3 items to 3 different girls who i swapped with items that i have been wanting but hesitant to buy!  This way, i'm able to save a little money and get rid of makeup/products that i don't really use and i dont want to keep.

If you are a makeup addict like me, you can try this community!  And let me know what your experiences are! Be it great or not so great!

One Nap a Day

My days are tough lately.  Denise's nap is out of schedule.  She used to take naps during daytime twice, one in the morning and another in the afternoon.  Then off to bed between 7-8pm. But not anymore or i'm still trying to get her back to the same routine.  I always think that babies should need to take a nap or two.  But i understand that she has been getting active and curious about her surroundings.  She's learning and developing her skills.  I am amazed with how kids react to things, her problem solving is so amazing!

Anyhow, i am hoping to get her back to the same routine if not drop a nap.  But i still think she needs at least one nap a day.  On weekends, i have hard time following her schedule coz we always go out and if not, her dad is around.  She wants to be with her dad all the time causing her not to nap.

Then, no napping made her so cranky.  She's having her moments lately, fake crying and all that! It is annoying.  You gotta have cup full of patience.  Once it's over, i don't what will happen next.  I need to control my temper and be more patient when it comes to my growing little bub.

A Rose Romance!

After Hello Kitty Collection from MAC Cosmetics comes A Rose Romance Collection.  I heard mix reviews and feelings out from this collection.  Most makeup geeks love this collection more than HK.  Hmm, I think they are right.  Spending way too much from HK made me not spend any from this collection, or shall i say, maybe get an item or two! Or it will broke my wallet once again.  I can't ask this for no occassion, bday is over and too soon for Mother's day gift...right?!

And i spent nearly a hundred last weekend for makeup..Yeah right, i failed on no makeup buying project plan.  I just can't get enough.  I even ordered online pigment samples.  To be honest, i can't use up all my makeup collection anymore.  I need to wear makeup every single day for me to at least give it a dab or two. tsk, tsk, tsk!

Going back to the Rose Romance, their beauty powder is such a collector's item.  It has rose embossed in it.  You don't even want to use it.  It is just so pretty.  The pigments in this collection is what i want to get, but i still have samples to use up and i'll see if i really like it, then i will get it.  The eyeshadows are also beautiful. Not so crazy about the lippies.  I have so many lippies to use that i don't think i need any. wahhh! 

Let me know what you think about this collection and what you end up getting.  

Ciao bellas!

Red Velvet

Red Velvet cupcake is one of the best cupcakes in NYC.  Okey,  I heard about this name in the MAC makeup SUGARSWEET COLLECTION.  Since MAC released this collection, i have been dying to try out red velvet.  

Red velvet cupcake has  rich cream cheese frosting, topped with red velvet crumbs and rimmed with white sprinkles.

So, here is a picture to satisfy your craving.  I will try to order online from Crumbs bake shop in Manhattan.  Yeah right, they do deliver overnight.  I can't wait!!!