Hello everyone! As Christmas is fast approaching, I've prepared a humble giveaway. Sadly, this is open to Philippine residents only. I do not have enough budget to make an international giveaway possible. hehe This is nothing special, but I hope whoever receives the items will enjoy each of them. December is my... birthday month  so, you may consider this as my birthday giveaway, hence the blog post title. lol But my blogger friends and I are also planning for a  collab giveaway too so you might as well stay tune for it.

The year 2014 is not a perfect one but i am very thankful for all of the things that happened. What better way to say thank you than to share it?

I personally choose all the items here with specific reasons. I chose stuffs that are both functional and inspiring for you to keep with the coming year. Every single thing in this giveaway is not sponsored :) This is also the first time that I am hosting a solo giveaway that isn't sponsored so I'm very excited. I hope you will join and have fun! 

I will choose one lucky winner to receive the following items below.

     Everyday Minerals brushes are inspired by the traditional Japanese Kabuki performance but are given a modern twist. It is made from 100% bamboo and synthetic bristles, making the brushes durable yet very soft and luxurious.


 The brushes came with them a simple pouch. Each brushes are also wrap with individual plastic too making it free from dust and dirt. I just love it.





That's all I have to say about the set. It only costs me 1,000php ($22.25). It is safe for me to say that I am very satisfied with my purchase. I will definitely recommend the whole set for pro and beginners. I chose not to buy the ones that are more expensive because I am not a professional makeup artist. I am a lover of makeup who loves brushes. I will update this post as soon as I have something relevant to share with you. I hope this review will help you.

love lots,
Tin

Our gracious host Sa-e and her warm cup of tea. Thank you dearest!!!

Moalboal has always been on my travel bucket list. I've been very jealous seeing photographs of the crystal clear water and fine white sand. Last month, my best friend and I got the chance to visit the place. We were able to stay at the place with the help of a very welcoming friend (Sa-e). We haven't seen her for a very long time but it's a wonder how she let us stay at their place.

As expected, Moalboal is very beautiful. It is surprising how it continues to be progressive with the number of restaurants and stores that sprung all over the place, both local and foreign. Foreigners continue to explore the place so it's no excuse for us Cebuanos not to experience the glory of the place by ourselves. Our trip was literally short but it is very much worth it. Not to mention the fact that I spent it with the best people.

We could have stayed longer but I have to attend a Calligraphy workshop on the next day, so I cannot stay as much as I want to. I thank my best friend for keeping up with me and my hectic schedule. I hope we can visit the place again with longer time.

I hope you enjoy the photographs above. If you want to relax without spending much, the resorts in Moalboal will take care of you.

love lots,
Tin