Feed My Vanity

I know I’ve yet to build up a bigger following, but for my pinoy readers, I know you’ve already heard of the devastation wrought by the Typhoon Ondoy (International name, Ketsana). The Philippines needs all the help it can get. Just to give an idea, here’s our house when it wasn’t that flooded YET, srsly.

Our living room last Saturday

Believe me, we were lucky! So lucky! My family is alive and well. But the others were not so lucky. More than 80 have already been declared dead, some people are still missing, some people are still on rooftops with no food and water for 48 hours. Wrecked cars scatter the streets. And the cars are the least of our problems! It pains me to think of all those people, those children, babies, even animals! struggling to get home or find safety. I’m so lucky… and thankful. It’s a month’s worth of rain that fell in one day! So imagine the damage!

Here’s a couple of links in YouTube t0 give you an idea of the magnitude of the damage:

Typhoon Ondoy

Typhoon Ondoy

Here’s a photo:

Great thing is, we can help!

Click this link for the list of verified bank accounts for cash donations. This way you can help through the medium of your choice and verify the account’s authenticity.

This is one of those moments when nothing, NOTHING, not a TV footage, a photo, or a blog entry will be able to capture the magnitude of such a tragedy. I have friends who are awaiting news of their loved ones, and even friends who lost a loved one(s!). I am lucky indeed, to know that those dear to my heart are home, safe and sound.

I know with the global recession, we are all tightening our belts (which is ironic to say in this blog), but as one FB post put it “Prayers are the best ‘donation’”

In addition to angel wings, I also have a fondess for the camouflage print. I have several shirts and a pair of shoes in camouflage. So imagine my delight when I found this:

YRYS Camouflage jacket

I don’t shop that much in Glorietta anymore since they’re renovating it. Most of my favorite shops are gone, and the sight of the boarded up section of Glorietta only reminds me of the tragedy that happened there.

Anyway, there’s a section in Glorietta I go to, near the Techno Hub (is that what it’s called?). There’s a clump of shops there with brand names mixed in with relatively new labels. I found this jacket hidden at the very back of the YRYS stall. It was originally priced at P1,300… I got it for P399! I love how it fits snugly at the waist. Here’s a pic (another bathroom pic hahaha, I really should start a category for it) of me wearing it:

Another bathroom pic hehehe

Yes, I should buy a tripod soon.

PARTING SHOT:

Tea for sale at Sonya's Garden

I went to Sonya’s Garden last month but I haven’t had time to resize all the photos yet. But I will share my experience there soon. Above is a picture of tea jars in their Gift Shop.

Remember the LBD from Pink Manila which I bought from Greenhills?  Here it is as worn:

LBD by Pink Manila, shoulder bag by Mango, bejeweled cuff from Girl Shoppe, Shades by Perry Ellis, Shoes from Cinderella

I have no idea why my arms and legs are so white in this picture, in contrast to my brown face! hahaha. Anyway, here’s a view of the back of the dress.

Sadly, the dress didn’t fit as well as I thought it would; the waist was too high.

I’ve been taking out some of my more dressy clothes for a test run since it’s been while since I’ve donned dressy clothes. I worked for a long time for a sports magazine and I’ve accumulated a lot of running shoes, sports attire, and the lone pair of grappling gloves. Hahaha. I recently switched jobs which would require me to wear more business and semi-formal clothes which I’m really lacking so I’ve been building a whole new wardrobe. I’m really excited about this job since it also entails quite a lot of traveling which I love to do.

Also, I’m spearheading my own shopping magazine now! Watch out for it! I’ll post the cover here once I get everything all sorted out. 

PARTING SHOT:

Different

The picture above reflects the reason why I changed… uhhh… “circumstances” lately. In my previous circumstance which I’m proud to get out of, I felt like a white shoe with a bit of bling in a sea of dull dull dull shoes. This picture was taken while walking around Marikina expo.

Probably number one on my wishlist! View number two here.

I’ll look good carrying and shooting pictures with the PENTAX K-x DSLR in red noh? Hahaha.

DSLRs often come in black, white, or gray, but Pentax has come up with this beautiful red DSLR. The white version isn’t bad either.

I’ll look good carrying and shooting pictures with the PENTAX K-x DSLR in white noh? Hahaha.

PENTAX K-x in White

Here are the specs, it’s not bad for $649.95!

• High resolution 12.4 megapixel CMOS image sensor features sensor-shift Shake Reduction for stabilized image and video capture up to 4 stops max.
• Large 2.7 inch LCD features Live View with contrast, phase difference, and Face Detection autofocus (up to 16 faces).
• Widescreen HD video capture in full 720p resolution (1280×720) at 24 FPS cinematic framerate, using any PENTAX 35mm lens.
• Creative processing and filter modes produce high quality finished images, while offering the ability to explore artistic freedom through unique special effects.
• True High Dynamic Range (HDR) image capture blends 3 bracketed images into a single picture with outstanding shadow, highlight, and midrange detail.
• Fast 4.7 FPS capture speed and 1/6000 second maximum shutter speeds are possible with the PENTAX PRIME II image processing engine.
• Powerful automatic modes, including PENTAX Auto Picture and scene modes, ensure the perfect shot in any situation, while helping new photographers learn DSLR photography.
• Responsive 11 point wide angle SAFOX VIII autofocus system focuses quickly and accurately and easily tracks moving subjects.
• Captures up to 1900 shots with universally available, easy-to-find AA lithium batteries (also compatible with AA NiMH rechargeable and alkaline batteries).

What’s neat also, is that Pentax now offers a Colorware-service for this camera in the land where you can find anything kawaii! Japan! There are twenty different colors to choose from for the body, and five for the grip. Here’s an example:

PENTAX K-x with an orange body and blue grip

I heard that it’s possible that there will be no additional charge for this service.

Hay, I want I want I want. I’ll sign off now before Olly (my Olympus e500) gets wind of this entry.