Things I Want but Don't Need

When it's Christmas time, there's this strong urge to just shop and shop and shop until we drop. Probably because we feel that after a year's hard work, we deserve a treat. And while it is okay to reward oneself, there's the tendency to overdo it. And I don't want to do be like that anymore.

I will just buy what's necessary and the rest I will try to ignore even if they are already calling my name. LOL!

Here are the things I would LOVE to buy not because I need them but because I WANT them.

So in a way, this is my Christmas wish list. If anybody out there wants to give one of the list below, just leave a comment. Hahaha! Merry Christmas!

Charles Phillip Shanghai, Lizzette Python-Print Smoking Slipper $175 from Neiman Marcus

Rayban, Icons Wayfarer Sunglasses $145 from Neiman Marcus

Play Comme Des Garcon Stripe Sweater $390 from J. Crew

Fendi, Chameleon Tote Bag, Large $2,390 from Neiman Marcus

Chanel Cuff. I don't know how much but I am sure it doesn't come cheap.

Little Special Gifts for Her

When it's Christmas time, I always have a difficult time choosing what to give to a certain family member, friend, colleagues. Maybe it's the pressure or maybe it's from so much choices available also.

But this time, I prepared early. I just hope that the people I am giving gifts to will appreciate my effort.

Here are some of the things I wrapped, mostly for myself. LOL!

Crane and Co. for J. Crew Sketch Note Cards

Liberty Crystal Braid Bracelet from J. Crew

Vintage Pajama Set from J. Crew

This quilted cover is a special gift for a special someone. I hope this will be put in good use :)

Overalls for Him

It is just several days before Christmas and I am sure there are still million of people out there frantically looking for the perfect gift for their families, friends, colleagues and even acquaintances.

And if you are in the Philippines or a Filipino in a another country, there's an exchange gift you have to think about also. That's another gift list you have to include in your shopping.

I am lucky in a way that I don't have that many friends and families to give gifts to. LOL!

But yes I still have a couple of people or so in my gift list that I have not decided what to give. So I did some online scouting today.

I came across these Dickies bib overalls that would look cute on your husband, boyfriend or brother.

Zip Pocket Bib Overall

Sanded Duck Bib Overall

I like these because they look comfortable and durable. And the best thing is that they're all below $100. The top one is only $34.99. I think that is a steal.

I would buy this for the hubby because I think he will look cute on it but I do not think he'll wear this on a Saturday stroll. LOL!

But once we have a farm of our own, I am sure he will appreciate this. It is such a perfect work clothes!

Save Your Head

Cambodia is not a Christian country and they don't celebrate Christmas. But Christmas being hugely commercialized now, you can definitely feel that Christmas is around the corner by just visiting grocery shops (lots of tempting chocolates!).

I am not sure if it's just me or traffic is also really getting worse around this time of year in the city. I mean, I can understand christmas rush in Manila. People are probably running from one party to another, shopping for christmas, etc.

But here? Hmmm...

I mentioned this because yesterday, the traffic was unusually heavy made worse by another motorcycle accident on the road.

When we passed by the accident area, I saw a kid being helped out. The kid looked fine but was a little disoriented probably. He did not have a helmet on.

Geez people! Just go to the nearest helmet shop helmets and get one. It's for your own safety!

This one looks like a hit with the kids.

Parents should not let these youngsters run around bare in the head when driving a motorcycle. I know I won't let my son.

Anyway, I am off today to finish my christmas wish list. Here's hoping I won't encounter any more accidents on the road today.

Stay safe everyone!

Taylor Swift and Her Bags

I've been a fan of Taylor Swift for a while. I love her music, I love her style and now I am loving her more for her practicality.

I followed taylorswiftstyle on instagram about a week ago. It's a Taylor Swift fan's intagram account and she posts pictures of Taylor Swift.

I noticed that Taylor Swift repeats her bags, shoes and shades. It's not really a big deal but most celebrities won't be caught dead wearing the same item all over again.

Some celebrities will only wear the latest trend - be it bag, dress, shades or shoes.

But Ms. Swift, she's a class on her. Take a look at the picture I swiped from the fan's page.

She has worn this bag countless times! And I am loving it big time.

I also saw one bag that she wore several times, it's the same Mango bag I have. I gotta find the picture first so I can brag it here. LOL!

Some Me Time

Stress, if we don't know how to manage it will manifest in some form of disease or sickness in our body.

I had some rashes all over my body and I cannot think of any food that's causing me allergy so I blame stress. And rightfully so, because when I researched stress can give you rashes.

So today, I am having some "me" time. I am going to have a Spa session, the whole works!
I'll have a massage first. Then a facial. And lastly, a mani-pedi session. Yeah, I reluctantly agreed with the mani-pedi. LOL!

I am excited because I will be bringing my own deep massage body cream myrrh from I Coloniali.

It's a gift from a friend and I am excited to try it. She said it's really soothing and to the skin and the muscles.

This cream is actually for men's. But she said it will definitely work with the women's too.

Let's see how it works!