Max Factor #GlamJan - My #GlamJan Look

Yes, that's me!
But nevertheless I'm posting this for a reason!  It is #GLAMJAN!

Most of the time, at the start of the year, women around the world would put "Diet" as part of their New Year's resolution.  As for me, "Diet What?"

Sorry, I just need all the energy I can get as a Blogger, Makeup Artist, Consultant (yes I have a real job), a home-maker and a hands-on mom!  So instead of visualizing myself to get thin in no time, I'd rather do it gradually and stay healthy.  But as I go through this "looooong" process, who says I can't transform myself in other ways?

YES, you and I can!  With Makeup!  I'm sure you love makeup as much as I do because that's the reason why you are here, reading my blog post!  And you do know that makeup can not only change how a woman look but feels?

Max Factor is inviting women to post their most glamorous transformation selfie using #GlamJan and a message about how good it feels to glam up!  And I'm taking part of this because looking good can really help you feel good!

The red lipstick looks "Marilyn Monroe-ish" right?  Well, because she is the new Glamour Ambassador for the brand!  Just a brief background, Mr. Max Factor was the man responsible for her incredible transformation from Norma Jeane to Marilyn Monroe!  Propelling her career and creating a glamorous look that has become truly iconic!  

Marsala Inspired Lipsticks - Drugstore Edition

Happy Monday!  The nerd in me over the weekend rummaged through my lipstick stash for "Marsala" hued lipstick shades that I currently own!  Yes, I took the time and effort to swatch and compare because I am actually excited with this year's Pantone Color of the year!

It must be the 90's blood in me!  Well, I'm really an 80's baby but I definitely started to wear lipstick during the 90's!  Can I just say Late 90's para hindi mukhang matanda?  *Laughs*

AMW Cooks: Beancurd with Minced Pork in Oyster Sauce

Hi AMW Friends!
I missed cooking!  For this whole week, I got to cook (like really cook) for 2-3 times only.  The rest?  I relied on Longganisa that was given to us, or corned beef with potatoes (you know those easy-to-cook meals?)

So yes, this mom (me!)  misses the chopping of ingredients, setting them aside.  Or marinate chicken or pork and other nitty-gritty stuff when it comes to cooking!

Today, I will share to you one of my favorite meals!  Beancurd (Tofu)!  I pray I don't get "Uric Acid" when I grow older because I just can't stop myself from eating Tofu!  I mean seriously, aren't they delicious???  (Sorry to non-tofu lovers out there!)

How to cook Beancurd dish?  So many ways!  But this is the simplest and my favorite!

Beancurd with Minced Pork in Oyster Sauce (you may add a bit of Hoisin Sauce for that extra OOMPH)

Ingredients:

• Tofu, cut into cubes
• Minced Pork
• Green Bell Pepper
• Garlic and onion
• Oil
• Water
• Salt and Pepper
• Soy Sauce
• Lee Kum Kee Oyster Sauce
• Lee Kum Kee Hoisin Sauce (Optional)
• Mushrooms (optional)
• Cornstarch used to thicken the sauce

Bobbi's Holiday Gift-Giving Guide

What?  Holiday Gift-Giving?  Isn't the Holidays over?
Well, not for me!  I am still wrapping gifts and sending it out to people who matters to me!  Well, for me, technically, if Chinese New Year isn't over, then the "Happy New Year" greeting won't be over for me!  That's how much I love the New Years I tend to extend it in my own little world!  

But honestly speaking, excuse na din yon!  Kasi I was too busy to post about Bobbi Brown's Holiday Gift-Giving Guide year 2014!  These products are drool-worthy and Blog-worthy so I really had to post this!  Saves you from going to counters to ask about the price of each item because I took the liberty to type it down for you!  Now, don't I deserve a huge HUG?  :D

 “There’s no better way to give the gift of glam this holiday season than with Bobbi’s personally curated Holiday Gift Giving Collection. With a selection of sets and palettes offered in a variety of flattering and festive shades, there’s something for every person and every occasion.”- Bobbi Brown

#KyleNash 's First OOTD

My baby AMW is definitely a big boy today!  Looking at his photo, I can't help but reminisce on that moment when I held him in my arms --- all 4.2lbs of him!  Yes, he was underweight and super fragile.  Looking at him today, I want to give Mr. AMW and myself a pat on the back for a job well-done!  Yes, first-timer parents here but we're doing a great job!  (In my very humble opinion :P)

As I browse through KN's photos, I chanced upon this cute OOTD photos of him that I want to post!  Dear AMW friends, do not expect me to do a series of KN's OOTD ha?  It is VERY difficult to take outfit shots of a very active toddler!  *laughs*

But that fateful day when I took my parents and brother to Hot Star, as we were waiting for our orders, Kyle grabbed his dad's phone and did this pose...thankfully, we are quick, and took this shot!  

The photo says: "Please do not text or take calls or DAYDREAM about Crispy Chicken when you are crossing the street!" 

Ayan, pang safety ad ha!  That's a public service from KN!