Not a Frustrated Model

Saturday, May 17, 2014

When one dreams, anything is possible. Reality bites whenever I realize that I was not able to fulfill one of my dreams, my frustration of being a ramp model.

However, I didn't let myself stop from that. I read articles about fashion and beauty. I always make sure that I read to equip myself with the right knowledge. I try to apply things that I read. It's funny that I even learned how to apply basic makeup from Youtube tutorials. Tips about fashion? I read it too.

And given this height, who would have thought that I could still do something about this frustration? What I love most is the chance to model for some of my friends' online shops. Yes! I feel like a model whenever I do that. I join go sees whenever I can. The recent one I joined was for Cotton On when they were about to open here in the Philippines. My cute face ( as Laureen Uy commented) wasn't enough though. I also joined Belle de Jour's fashion show before for the petite section.

When I was in college, one of the most memorable frustrations-turned-aspirations moments was for the test shots I had for the batch graduation photos. I was fortunate to be one of the models of our batch. Here I share with you some of the results of it. 

(C) SDA

(C) Fine Light

(C) Zone 5

(C) SDA

(C) SDA

(C) Expo Events
I still remember one of the owners of these photo studios saying that I can't be a ramp model but I can be a commercial model. That looked like a compliment for me!

So if there's anyone out there who have the same experience as mine, don't let yourself feel bad. There's still a lot you can do to flaunt that beauty!






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Things I Will Teach You, My Daughter

Tuesday, April 1, 2014


When I gave birth to my little miss, I was pretty much anxious of how I'm going to be as a mom. Life taught me a lot of things and I thought of writing this as my way of letting her learn through my eyes.
  1. Red lipstick is an all-time eye-catcher.
  2. Smiling is the best weapon you can have.
  3. Be responsible over the things and tasks that you were assigned (whether she likes it or not).
  4. It's difficult to find real friends. When you find one, treasure him/her.
  5. Family will always be there no matter what.
  6. Make yourself aware. 
  7. Have an opinion.
  8. Be aggressive yet cooperative.
  9. Read, read and read.
  10. Grades in school won't define who you are. Strive more.
  11. Assert yourself when the situation calls for it.
  12. Don't go on a diet all the time. Live a healthy life.
  13. Don't get too clingy over your boyfriend. He will leave for you another sooner or later unless he's the one. 
  14. Appreciate life (and everything bad).
  15. Use lotion all the time. It will save you from skin curse.
  16. Look up to your parents and swear that you will be like them or better when you become one.
  17. Siblings fights are normal. You will realize this when you get a bit older.
  18. You will value money once you earn it by yourself.
  19. There exists such an idea as "hell week" but don't be afraid because you'll get over it.
  20. Going to church is a not a measure of your faith to Him.
  21. Have your eyebrows shaped regularly.
  22. You will have to ditch your friends once in a while. Don't be bothered about it as long as you make up to them.
  23. Give gifts that are useful.
  24. Hydrate yourself.
  25. Teach your child all the things you learned, be it good or bad.


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