I was asked by Pilar Bonin to do makeup on some models for a class she was teaching. Pilar was my former boss in Bella Luce Publications and it was great working with her again. These photos were taken by one of her students that day, Muloy Luib.
Now that the issue with Grace Poe is all over the news, it really bugs me that her adoption is being used against her.
Don't we as adoptees have rights? We're all over the Internet about anti bullying, yet here are the members of UNA bullying her because she is adopted. Why? Because they are afraid she's going to win? Yet no one is telling him to stop. This is a form of violence against women and children. This is a LAW they are violating. One of the articles I read, General JV Bautista and Navotas Representative Toby Tiangco said that "a foundling is stateless" and that even if the United Nations has a treaty on this, they claim that we did not sign the treaty, therefore it doesn't apply to us. What is their problem with adopted children? Another thing that upsets me is what makes them think that Sen. Grace Poe is not interested in looking for her biological parents? What gives them the right to impose this on her? What makes them think that the biological parents even want to open up their lives to the public? It is their prerogative. They have their own reasons on why they gave her up for adoption. It was probably the hardest decision they made and these evil politicians are making it their business. Why don't they fix their lives first before meddling in other people's lives. It makes me wonder, are they doing all of this because they want their boy Binay to win? But Grace Poe hasn't said she was going to run for president yet. Scared much? It is no secret that I am adopted and I am really frustrated that we have leaders in the Philippines that would stoop that low for a position in the government. How can we vote for someone like that? Are they saying that all adopted children should never hope to become president one day? Are they saying that adopted children in the Philippines cannot call themselves Filipinos? Cos that is what it sounds like to me. I was raised as my parents' own child. They love me more than anything and vice versa. So I don't see why these politicians are more or less saying otherwise. How dare they! How dare they say that just because I am adopted I cannot reach for my dreams. How dare they say that the country I was born and raised in is not my country. How dare they make other adopted children feel inferior for their political gain. I think my love for this country is far greater than theirs, because really, why are they in the government? What have they REALLY done? I never thought that one day, I would be a full time housewife. My mom worked full time until I was about 15 years old and then continued to do consulting, real estate, non-life insurance and volunteer work. I thought I would be following her footsteps. Life's road led me to being here and I do not regret any of it.
Leaving the corporate jungle sent some panic and shock waves, but being able to serve my husband, has become the most fulfilling job in the world. I used to be stressed about deadlines and office politics, now I am stressed about what dinner to make for him or having to do the grocery list. It's a different kind of stress now, it's a good kind of stress. I know that at the end of the day, my husband will be thankful for what I have done and that my efforts will not go unnoticed. I thought housewives had the most boring, mundane jobs in the world. Now that I'm here, I realized this is more work than I thought! There are days when I wonder where time has gone. Unlike before, I don't have to clock in for work, nor do I have to weave through heavy traffic to get to the office on time. Now, I use my college degree to make our house a home. Truth is, I think they should have a course for this. I wish back in college they had a course for planning out meals or a course that prepares us for house budgets and efficient grocery shopping. haha! It is a 24/7 job and I don't even have kids yet! But like they say, it won't feel like work if you're enjoying. I asked my husband if he minded me not being in the corporate world, bringing in a stable pay check and he answered no. When I asked why, he said, now, he's even more excited to come home to a less-stressed wife who has prepared dinner for him lovingly. Naks! ;) Some days, I can't believe I hung up my stilettos for an apron, but I wouldn't have it any other way. It's not for everyone, but it's for me. Besos & love, Tina I know I have neglected my blog, but I am back and ready to blog again!
Today, I am really excited to talk about my road to pregnancy. So excuse me if this blog won't be about beauty or makeup. My husband and I have been trying for over 2 years to have a baby. Since my grandfather passed, I went from one OB to another, and at last, I have found an OB that I am really confident and comfortable with, Dr. Virgilio Novero. See, I don't want to take another 2 years to do trial and errors. The first time I met Dr. Novero last week, I felt at ease. He explained that I had PCOS, but that there was nothing to worry about. It would be easy to correct and he had a plan. He had a schedule of what we were going to do and try. He asked me to take some blood tests and yesterday, we had another appointment. (I went with my mom! :) He had my test results, as well as Mark's test results. Now, we are on an ovulation inducing treatment, that will help me ovulate and get pregnant right away! I cannot wait for the first week of June to see what's happening with my ovaries! **+xXx+** Sprinkling baby dust and prayers.. keeping our fingers crossed.... Besos and Love, Tina I don't know if many of you can relate, but losing my Scuba was one of the worst days of my life. Scuba was my pal. My buddy. My bubba. My puffin. My snuffles. My Mr. Farty Pants. My little champion. I can't believe you're gone bubba. So fast. You were the light of this house. You knew your momma so well. You knew when I was sad. You knew when I was happy. You knew when I was hurt. You would be there, right by my side when I would get hurt because I was clumsy. Everyone loved you Bubs. Every time our friends would come over, you would be the first to greet them. No one could be scared of you! You were Mr. Tsismoso. You loved being around people, no matter how late it was. You would stay up and listen to our stories. You were spoiled by me. You knew that when I was there, you could get away with almost anything. Your daddy hated it! I wasn't supposed to, but I couldn't help it. You looked at me with those eyes and boy did you know it. You hated it when we would leave. Sorry we had to put you through that. I remember the first time we left you for so long. Letlet said you were sad. But you knew we were coming back. I called everyday to check on you. When we were out shopping, you were always on our minds. I remember Mark and I went to Harrod's. We didn't buy anything for ourselves, but we bought you a doggie bowl, treats and toys. Coming home to you was amazing. You were so happy! I knew you never wanted us to leave you again. You even fought with the malettas! When I stopped working, you were my partner. Every morning, you knew I was up. You knew you were about to get snuggled, kissed and scratched in your tummy and behind your ears. In the afternoon, you would stay with me at the foot of my bed, in front of the fan, snoring and farting away. But I didn't mind. I loved hearing your snore. I was happy you found comfort just being with me. Although bubba, your farts really made me laugh! Sometimes I would catch you dreaming. I think dogs really dream. Every night, you knew I would go to you and check if you were ok. You had your corner in the living room, that you snuggled in. I always said good night and asked for kisses, which you always gave me. You were our little champion. You knew how to walk in the ring and show the judges you were the boss. You were so guwapo! How could they not love you? I was always cheering for you bubs. My favorite part of going to the shows, was going home. You would snuggle up to me and sleep on my lap. I loved that part the most. You listened when we said no. You obeyed when we said sit or stay or down. You were the perfect dog bubba. Thank you for making us happy. Thank you for loving us so much. You left us so quickly Puffin. You didn't even give me the chance to say goodbye. I know that morning you gave me your kisses. That morning I was able to tell you I love you so much. I'm so hurt that you're gone. I still haven't stopped crying. I hate the fact that I won't have my walking partner with me anymore. I hate the fact that I won't be able to kiss you again. I hate the fact that I won't be able to snuggle with you anymore. I hate that I won't be able to be smothered by your kisses anymore. I'm still crying bubs. I'm still hurting so bad. I know you're in doggy heaven. I know that you're happy there. I just don't understand why you had to go there right away. But it's ok. I know it's probably a happier place. My heart is broken now that you're gone. Don't stop watching over us ok Bubs? Don't stop loving us from up there. I'm loving you so much from here and I always will. I will never forget you Scuba. Thank you for being with me. Thank you for being my dog. Thank you for making me laugh and smile. Thank you thank you thank you. I love you so much. We all do. I will never forget you. I will never stop loving you. I love you baby boy. I always will. Who said makeup has to be expensive to do the job? Ever Bilena sent me their new Matte lipstick collection and I love it! It's Matte but doesn't make my lips dry and the color is perfect for the tan I just got over the weekend, during the prenup/Engagement shoot. :)
Thank you for sending this to me. I would have never thought :) Don't be afraid to step out of the box and try stuff out! Just don't buy fake makeup. Love in beauty, Tina I don't know if it's an Alabang thing or a swimming thing, but I have always been a flipflops girl. I always had to have a pair in my bag or in my car.
I was so happy when Havaianas came to the Philippines. I had to have a pair and I never looked back. (Well, I've had a couple of pairs of Roxy ones just because I am a Roxy Girl - obsessed with the brand ever since I can remember). I have to say they have been the most comfortable flipflops I have ever worn. I tried FitFlops but they didn't work for me. they hurt my feet. So when my favorite gold Havaianas went to slipper heaven a week ago, I went and got myself a new pair. I don't know if I got a dud, but they suddenly feel so flimsy! I swear I feel like they're going to snap any minute now. And they have come undone 4 times this week alone. So is it me or have you experienced it too? The other day I received amazing news and prayers were answered. This news I will share with you all soon, but it got really dampened by some boys who disguise themselves as men. I was brought up around men who are chivalrous. I was brought up around men who treat women with respect, regardless. That's why having these men babble on, gossip and insult me just really gets my goat. However, like I said, they are boys disguising themselves as men. I don't even know why I was surprised with the way these guys were insulting me. I mean they have done it in the past. I really just don't understand how men could treat women that way. I understand that I am not the perfect, I used to say what I want, when I want. I have learned from the past and have been continuing to try be a better person. I am not claiming I am a saint, I am not claiming that I am perfect. I have moved on from the past and I don't understand why these people can't? To think, it was something they started while I just stood up for myself and the people around me. I want to remind them of that. I talked to my friends and my husband about what happened and they just told me to keep my head up. They gave me that boost of confidence I needed. They reminded me that I was not at fault. They reminded me that I was better than them. I was also reminded not to stoop down to their level. One of them told me "Small minds can't comprehend big spirits. To be great, you have to be willing to be mocked, hated and misunderstood. So stay strong, great woman!" I am thankful for these people. I am thankful for these friends who are always behind me, 100%! Thank you guys. I am also thankful for those haters, for teaching me how to be strong and for pushing me to become the better version of me. The photos sum up everything I feel. In closing, As Puffy and Ma$e said "Can't nobody take my pride, can't nobody hold me down, I got to keep on moving..." haters are gonna hate and I can't stop that. Enjoy watching me succeed. #thanksforhating #GodBlessYou #hatersgonnahate What have you done when you got hated on? Besos, Tina |
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