Like Daughter, Like Mother

Seriously, the resemblance between Cindy Crawford and Kaia Gerber is mind-blowingly uncanny!

They have the same career path. They both because cover girls. They're both faces of major make-up brands. And gosh, they look so much alike!

If Kaia had a mole where Cindy has hers, that would've been the ultimate!

FMM: Another Pillow talk

While typing the title of yesterday's blog entry, a very old song suddenly played in my head and the lyics resonated clearly in my head:

"Ooh, you can't find love on a one-way street, It takes two to tango, it takes two to even compete."

These lyrics are part of super catchy song that first played on air in 1973, by a singer named Sylvia Robinson.

Everything about "Pillow Talk" feels deliberate and thematic. From the soothing, R&B melody, to the enticing lyrics, all the way to the sultry way that Sylvia sang the song. It's gives peak bedroom vibes, which is just what the song is about.

Thanks to this song, now I've got something to talk about.

Pillows talk

Oh, the things you find on Shopee.

I'm a fan of Pillows, particularly their chocolate flavour. 

But apparently, there's a bigger universe of Pillows out there. Particularly in Vietnam.

They have Hazelnut and Coconut flavours! 

And yes, they taste as good as you'd imagine.

Gotta hoard more of these soon.

Sweet as Sugarhouse

It was one of the places that we'd frequent way back in high school and college.

Sugarhouse was a bakeshop and cafe that was a go-to destination back in the 80s and 90s. The ambience was nice, the food was really good, and the vibe was giving. (Yes, I'm talking like a Gen Z.) Suffice it to say, it was like the Mary Grace of their time.

One of the things that Sugarhouse was also known for was the fact that they sold sugar-free desserts. I'd remember how we'd buy Sugarhouse treats for our diabetic friends.

Memories of that bakeshop suddenly flooded in because of this:

Sugarhouse is opening in Ali Mall!

Sweet!

Shining through

I've recently been watching the FB channel of this guy named Josh. He's an American who goes around the US and helps random people in need. It's always a joy to watch his content because it's both inspiring and heartwarming. It's something I'd love to do given the opportunity and resources.

Watching it again this week, one particular post caught my attention. 

If you notice in the background, you'll see the tail livery of Philippine Airlines!

Judging by the video, this was taken at LAX, and it's one of the airports that PAL uses. So, seeing a PAL plane there isn't a surprise.

But given the context of this video, and how Josh loves to surprise people, it's providential.

It's a surprise within a surprise.

Hello, Kitty!

While Kuya Marv and I were chatting near Toni's stall in Trinoma, a lady in red approached us.

"Marv?"

Kuya instantly recognized her.

"Kitty!"

Yup, it was my sister's best friend, Kitty!

She was one member of Ate Lissa's life constants. Throughout her college life, Ate would always be with Kitty and Nenette - her college besties who are her besties until now. Whether they'd just be hanging out at home, or going to Petit Four, or even Nenette's Tagaytay home, they were inseparable.

That's why they're also part of our extended family. The last time we saw Kitty was during Ate Lissa's surprise 40th birthday party!

Yup, almost 2 decades have past. But seeing her yesterday, it felt like we just saw each other recently. Which is one of the hallmarks of true friendship.

Women achievers

We have 2 of those in the family this Sunday.

First, Ate Bullet just finished her first half marathon!

She finished 1st in her age category. Woot!

Second, Toni just wrapped up another successful bazaar!

I'm always amazed at the number of loyal customers she has. Loyal customers that are willing to line up just to buy her cakes. Woot! Woot!

It's such a joy to see the achievements of these successful women!

Avengers, Assembly!

Today was the general assembly of the Comm Soc in school. 

It's always attending events like these since you see your students in a more relaxed state.

Their theme was "Avengers Assemble" and encouraged everyone to come as a hero. Of course, Iya and I didn't have costumes, but I had a ready answer if they asked me who's the hero I dressed up as.

That answer would have been: "Myself. Because I"m my own hero."

Too bad they didn't ask me the question, though.

FMM: Loss of breathing

Among D' Frendz, we all have our "signature songs" whenever we go to videoke joints.

Mine is this 1996 Grammy Award winning song from Duncan Sheik.

"Barely Breathing" is such a beautifully written and sung song. It's lyrics are emotional, but balanced with the fast-paced melody. This contrapunto is what makes me like this song so much. Not just to sing, but also to listen to.

So, it's sad to hear that the singer has joined the big concert hall in the sky. Another musical talent who's gone too soon.

Gown town

True to his red carpet aesthetic, a big chunk of the Elie Saab x H&M collection will be gowns!

Looking back their past collabs, it looks like it's the first time they'll really feature this many gowns in one collection. While their Roberto Cavalli and Erdem collections had long dresses, Elie Saab has full-on, red carpet worthy gowns!

I'm sure these will be the first ones sold out when the collection drops this month.