Marry old time

Had dinner with Mark and his friends last night, and the conversation was about KDrama recommendations.

Peter and I shared our faves - some of them they've watched, some of them were new. Some of the recommendations were old, some were new.

On my way home, I remembered one of my faves that I wasn't able to recommend.

"Marry my husband" was a KDrama that aired on Prime Video in 2024. It's about marriage and revenge, and a bit of fantasy thrown in.

It's actually quite campy, which adds to its charm. I've re-watched this twice, and still like it.

Time to re-watch it again.

Sleeping Sphinx

For a change, this Monday's sleeping cat isn't lazily sprawled down a surface.

If last week's cat was a "masa" cat, today's cat is an example of the other Pinoy saying: "Puwedeng matulog kahit saang puwesto." 

This cat might not be a sphinx, but he sure sleeps like one.

Speak of the Devil

Here it is!

The full and official trailer of "The Devil Wears Prada 2."

So many questions. So much curiosity piqued. 

Can't wait to see this on screen in a few months.

Sweet students

Today's class fell on a Valentine's Day. So, it started with a quote from my UP Professor: "Valentine's Day is just a social & consumerist construct."

But of course, that didn't stop us from exchanging some Valentine's Day treats.

Two of my students handed me these heart-shaped and sweet treats.

Yes, it might be a social & consumerist construct," but it shouldn't stop us from being sweet.

FMM: Rankin the hits

Kenny Rankin has so many hits, I'm surprised that I've only featured one in the history of my Friday Magic Madness posts.

So, here's another one.

"Hiding inside myself" was released in 1988, and back then, people loved to sing this song. Whether it was a party, a variety show, or just a random get together of friends with a guitar, this song would always be part of the repertoire.

Not surprised, though. 

A song this nice shouldn't be kept hidden.

Chews childhood

This chewing gum brand bring so many childhood memories.

Hubba Bubba was one of the American chewing gum brands that was all the rage in the 80s. This, along with Bubble Yum, was part of every cool ikds' lunch box. And because our grandparents lived in the US, we'd get this a lot.

There were also PX stores that sold this. Like Hyacinth, Orobelle and Casman drug. So, if our US stash would run out, we'd rush to these stores to get some.

I'm so glad these are readily available now. It's like going back to my childhood, one chew at a time.

Printed Matters: Florality

We have an art director at the office - Logie - who's a master at sketching. 

While he does a lot of different subjects, one of his works that really caught my eye was his floral sketches. And no, it's not spring yet, so this should be groundbreaking. Harhar.

One time, he sketched this pretty rose bouquet, and I told him that it would look great as a print on a piece of garment.

So that's what we did:

Noel, our creative director, has a printing business. So, when asked if he could print Logie's flower sketch on a denim skirt, he said yes. And that's how this piece came about.

Since we're in the mood for florals, the skirt was paired with this top. It's a vegan leather top with floral embroidery.

Together, this pair of florals make this outfit bloom.

(Okay, enough with the floral references.)

Closing the Gap (and Old Navy)

So, this is what has become of the big Gap and Old Navy store in Shangrila Plaza mall.

Used to enjoy visiting here since it was massive! Two floors of all things Gap and Old Navy!

But the past year, their stocks and selections were meh, so this store closing shouldn't be a surprise.

Hope Gap and Old Navy gets to pivot and be relevant again soon.

Masa Mondays

Well, I did say that a series was in the offing.

Today's Monday mood photo is the embodiment of the Pinoy saying: "Masandal lang, tulog na."

Gosh. This cat must've been exhausted!

And to think it's just a Monday.

Coco(pan)-tastic

Aside from their breads, this is the other reason for my regular runs to Cocopan.

Their Milo Overload is worth the trip back. It has the right amount of sweetness that complements the malty goodness of Milo. 

Price-wise, this is also the most value-for-money compared to other stores that sell Milo drinks.

Because of that, my Cocopan trips can now be filed under: "Come for the breads, stay for the Milo."