Frannywanny

To be honest, I wasn't really expecting a big birthday celebration to happen this year. Unlike most birthdays where I would be celebrating it for almost two weeks, I honestly didn't have much plans of being busy and celebratory this year. If anything, I look forward to having a quiet birthday for a change. All I had planned for was to have lunch with my flatmates and friends -- 6 amazing people who have made Singapore feel like home to me. They're my new family here and basically, all I wanted was to simply spend my special day with them. What I didn't expect were obviously the surprises that came from friends and my own family back in Manila. They indeed took the extra effort and time to send something my way. I am really touched as they really didn't have to do it. A lot obviously wouldn't as to send something overseas, we all know, entails a great deal of planning, some online clicking and a couple of peso spending too. Papa always tells me that it'...

Through the years as Paul and I have visited thousands of restaurants here and abroad, we have opened our eyes to the different themes and styles imaginable. Normally, restaurants would just have the fun, casual vibe that matches their food. It's either that or a more refined, formal setting for fine dining restaurants. Aside from coffee shops that continue to grow in every corner of the metro, I secretly wish that there would be a little restaurant that would be inviting enough for you to stay and daydream the afternoon away. I'm talking about a restaurant with pretty interiors matched with classy trinkets decorated here and there. Perhaps they can throw in a nice reading nook where I can keep myself engrossed in my favorite chic lit novel while enjoying a piping hot plate of pasta. This is probably the kind of restaurant I'd have someday...the kind that girls like me can stay for hours on end as they catch up with their friends or spend that much-needed me-time. It s...

I'm stuck at home today. Had to take a leave from work due to a nasty stomachache that kept me up all night. Was it something I ate or is it because of stress? Whichever it was, I'm just upset that I'm wasting a beautiful day doing NOTHING. Going through the folder filled with my favorite photos I came across a couple that made me smile... these things truly make me happy and so I'd like to share them with you. my favorite drink my comfort food a sweet surprise wish I can be a kid again :) a delicious discovery the best set of friends LOVE :) Tell me, what makes you HAPPY?

I just saw how cute the Havaianas USBs are! Oh I'm so envious! Super duper cute! :) Please do me a favor, let's not put these cuteness to waste.... JOIN NOW !!! :)

I've blogged earlier that you and three of your dearest friends can actually win an all-expense paid trip to sunny, happy Brazil care of Havaianas Philippines . While Havaianas Philippines will take care of that exciting trip, I would like to give out 3 cute Havaianas USB sticks as an additional treat to all those who will be joining their contest! I'm revising the mechanics to make it easier for all of your to join! To those who have already sent in their entries may opt to send another entry and just label it my official entry . 1. Promo is from March 9-April 4 (extended!!!) , 2010. 2. Contestants must reside in the Philippines and at least 18 years of age. 3. Contestants must do the following: a. Post a comment on this page with your answer to the question: “If anything was possible, what would you do to make the world happy for a day?” b. include also your full name, Havaianas Happy Sole user name, cellphone number, and mailing address to help me c...

I remember the day when I bought my first pair of Havaianas . It was a laid-back Saturday back in 2005 wherein I was leisurely strolling around The Podium Mall . With no where else to go, I decided to check out this sports retail shop that carries brands like Roxy, Quicksilver and Havaianas . After scanning through the rack, my eyes zeroed in on this cute pair of baby blue flipflops that has a thicker sole giving me more height. It didn't took me that long to decide that I wanted this pair of flipflops! I didn't even bother returning it to the box. Instead, I requested the sales clerk to box in my worn out shopping sandals as I will be wearing my new pair of flipflops. Within minutes, I walked out the store as a proud and happy owner of my first ever Havaianas Joy . Since then, my Havaianas Joy has been my constant companion wherever I go. It has accompanied me to several domestic and inter national destinations already, it has been there through my ups and downs and it has...