First Outfit Post
Friday, December 12, 2008For quite a while I’ve been thinking about posting some pictures of my outfits but I never pushed through with it because I’m, uh, shy. However, after Liz suggested that I post my outfit pics on my blog I thought, what the hell, why not? Pics courtesy of Marv and Kei. Photoshopping courtesy of moi (and by that, I mean cutting out the background. None of that liquifying airbrushing crap, thank you.)
- Jacket from Freeway (I think. I don’t remember)
- Purple top from Lee
- Black denim skirt from Mossimo (Got it on sale. 2 skirts for P700)
- Black leggings from Gold Crest, Glorietta (again, don’t really remember)
- Boots from Figlia
- Turquoise nail polish from Elianto
Wore this to work because I was tired of wearing jeans all the time. And if you’re wondering if I was sweltering under all those layers, my answer is no, I wasn’t. You see, one of the aircon vents is conveniently placed above my cubicle so you could imagine how cold I get while working. In fact, this ensemble isn’t that warm at all and I wanted to throw in a pair of mittens and ear muffs!
Tis the Season for Thieves
Tuesday, December 9, 2008I blogged recently about my mom’s bag being snatched by an asshole on a motorbike, and just when you think things are ok, my boyfriend’s wallet gets stolen while he was on his way home. All this happened within a span of 5 fucking days. What’s the matter, Makati? Where the hell are the police when you need them? All of a sudden I don’t feel so safe here anymore.
Here are some tips for all you travellers of the night to avoid or at least minimize the incidence of such situations:
- Make sure all your important items are buried deep inside the recesses of your bag. Not in any outer pockets, but deep inside where no slimy arms could penetrate (sounds dirty, but you get my drift)
- When travelling, use a bag that isn’t easily grabbed by some asshole on a motorbike. A shoulder bag is fine, but when you’re walking around in the dangerous world outside, hug it tight to your side as if your life depends on it. You may look stupid but at least your stuff is secure.
- As much as possible, refrain from texting. Flashing your phone in the dark of the night is like a beacon of hope for all thieves worldwide.
- Do not listen to music while travelling. You are less alert about your surroundings if you have music blaring in your ears.
- If you are carrying large amounts of cash, divide them. Put some in your shoe. Some in your pockets. Some in your bag. It may look silly paying for a can of coke with cash coming from your sock, but it’s useful in cases when you get held up and/or your wallet gets stolen. Don’t put all your eggs in one basket, as they say.
- If you are wearing fancy jewelry, take them off before commuting. I’m sure we all know of those incidents where thieves have no qualms about ripping necklaces and earrings from your body parts.
- BE AWARE. While walking or commuting, it is important to look around you for suspicious looking characters. You are less likely to be victimized if they see how alert you are about your surroundings.
If somehow you follow all these rules to a T and still get pickpocketed at the end of the day, be thankful that you are still alive. I’ve heard worse stories of people getting held up. It’s best that you give up those material things instead of risking your life trying to get them back from a thief with a gun/knife.
Please share anymore tips that you can think of. I’ve had a long day at work, and an even longer evening so I can’t think that straight for now.
My Christmas Wishlist Part Deux!
As per request. LOL!
1. The Present by Philosophy
I blogged about this long ago but I never got down to actually buying it. Available in Beauty Bar outlets.
2. Smashbox Lip and Lid Primer
In “Natural” for light to medium skin tones. Also available in Beauty Bar!
3. Bobbi Brown Long-Wear Gel Eyeliner
In “Black Plum Ink”. If they don’t have that shade, then “Espresso Ink”. And if they don’t have either, then “Black Ink” (tee-hee). Available in Rustan’s.
And that is all. *Gets back to work*
Komikon 2008 Recap!
Saturday, December 6, 2008So, yeah, this post has been long overdue. I might as well write about it now and get it over with.
The mandatory group shot before leaving. Wheeeere’s Shelly?
The Komikon this year seemed to be more crowded than the previous cons with lots more attendees as well as exhibitors/sellers. Whoever said that the local comics scene is dead is sorely mistaken. And, no, I do not want to consider Carlo J. Caparas as the man who brought back Philippine comics (It’s a long story)
From the con I bought myself the following comics:
- Atomic Underground Issue 5 (my boyfriend’s indie comic)
- Mangaholix issue 6
- Nurse Macho Origins
- Skyworld Apocrypha
I didn’t get to buy Budjette Tan’s Trese and I had no idea that Arnold Arre’s Martial Law Babies was being sold at the con. I only found out too late, days later in fact, when I went online and read about people buying Martial Law Babies at the Komikon. Oh well, I’m sure I’ll be able to catch them when they get distributed to the bookstores.
As for our SEKSI calendars, sales weren’t as high as last year’s during our launch but it was all right. There were some pretty awesome people who bought our calendars, namely Harvey Tolibao, Chester Ocampo, and Lisa Gokongwei-Cheng (yes, owner of Summit Media). So awesome, I tell ya!
However, there was this guy who, when approached and asked whether he would like a calendar, said that he didn’t want to buy it. Instead, he said that he’ll just give us his autograph, or better yet, his picture. Kei and I left him laughing to himself.
Now, I didn’t know who this guy was but a simple “No, thank you” would’ve sufficed. It’s one thing when people come up to ask you for your autograph and an entirely different matter altogether when you offer to give autographs to people who have no idea who the hell you are. It’s just dumb and downright annoying. I’m putting him on my blacklist. He will most definitely will not be invited to my parties (LOLZ).
Anyway, it’s great that more and more people are hopping onto the indie bandwagon. I hope that local comic artists continue to go forth and multiply in numbers and that more people would patronize our local comic scene. These people are brimming with talent and creativity. Other than always checking out the latest X-men installment, why not try and see what the locals are offering in the next cons? I promise you that you won’t be disappointed.
TAYM POR SAM MOAR PEEKCHOORZ!
The geeky lovers: Marv et moi!
Mico at our booth making a free sketch for a fan.
Kei giving a live demo of her digital coloring skills.
One of my favorite artworks on display at the con. This is a watercolor painting by Nestor Renondo.
Kei, Mark and me. Wish I bought bunny ears too but Kei bought the last pair. *sniff*
For more komikon pics, check out this link.
Snatcher on a Motorbike
Friday, December 5, 2008Ok, some fucker snatched my mom’s bag when she and my dad were walking home from the groceries. The guy was on a motorbike and came up from behind them, outstretched his slimy arm, grabbed her bag and drove off. I hope he crashes into a wall. Or gets raped by a mad goat. Or both.
The strangest is that this has never happened before especially in my area of Makati which is pretty safe. I guess it just goes to show that things are just getting worse in this God forsaken country.
I told my parents that, on the bright side, at least no one got hurt. And it was a good thing that she left her wallet at home, but she lost her cell phone as well as her rosary and novena which she cherished dearly.
Oh how I wish I could put a hex on that bastard.
