Wednesday, June 05, 2013

Me Love Heima Brixton

It was a rainy Saturday afternoon when we went to the pinners paradise, Heima Brixton. They held a mini back-to-school shindig where I've got to see how paper sculptures are made by Thursday Room's creative group. At the same time, I enjoyed the intimate live sessions by my loves and talented friends (Nights of Rizal and
Love in Athens).

I felt like a child in a toy shop, giddy and ready to play. This shop has a certain aura that easily lifts any mood. Maybe it came from the good vibes of what's written
on the walls, the colorful things that radiates positive energy, the sweetness of Mamad's stare while he sings, or the free wintermelon tea from Moonleaf -all my favorite things in one place.

For design geeks, artsy hipsters, and fun people who loves quirky stuff for their homes, this one is for you.
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Welcoming wall outside
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they sell interior design books
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not intentional. we're just meant to be. ^_^
how about a wall canvass of your favorite album?
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Alva took this. Thank you. :)
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hello there gorgeous Crosley!
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there he goes. :)
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Love in Athens. Maria and Alva. Sweetness.
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The finished product, Heima paper sculpture.
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Me Love Heima
^_^


Get to know more about Heima.

Wednesday, May 15, 2013

INSPIRATION: Geek in Love


What's your favorite?
Illustrations made by Nicole Martinez


Sunday, April 21, 2013

We are Blueming

We are equally unaware with that thought. Is it the clothes we wear, the food we eat, the emotions from the songs we love to listen, our fancy freelance job, or the amount of money we earn? These things are temporary. Loving God first more than each other makes everything fall into place. The natural bloom we have is God's overflow in us. His generous love, joy and peace in our hearts are the reasons why we're still grateful in spite of the imperfections of what life brings.

searching me caught you with holga
And the last thing I'm most thankful for...
is HE letting us find each other.

Thursday, April 11, 2013

She & Him New Single Premiere

I have to admit that watching the series New Girl excites me to hear the upcoming release of She & Him's Volume 3 album. The last song I've been playing was "In the Sun" and their cover "You Really Got A Hold On Me". I miss them! What fascinates me is the thought of how Jess' quirky-colorful character will reflect on their new sound. Well,I think it does.
Here's something to awaken your platonic working days and something that will encourage to wear polka-dot dress or high waisted skirts plus colorful flats. Is there such thing as "Vintage Happy Pop"? Hope you're enjoying this song, too.
Hello to their new track "I Could've Been Your Girl".

She & Him "I Could've Been Your Girl" by MergeRecords

Tuesday, March 12, 2013

I Am Funemployed

I got this cool word "funemployed" from one of thought catalog's trending articles. It could mean, "it's fun being employed" or "where's the fun being unemployed?"
Whatever that is, it would be much interesting to write about putting F next to being unemployed. 

Being unemployed makes you broke, lessens your self-esteem, and worst, makes you think your worthless.This is what over thinking gets you. It might lead to depression when not handled positively. It came to me. Someone told me I am so used to it that job hopping was my thing. I'm not proud about it. Unemployment happens not only by choice, but also by chance.The only thing that you have to do is to face it and take it as a challenge.  

Make a liFe

There's a saying. "Never get so busy making a living that you forget to make a life." 
Don't get so preoccupied with your work. It's your break. It's your time to unwind and go to your home town.

Go back to your First love
Having a break from your monotonous job will allow you to think and see things outside the box. I'm talking about your passion. What do you really like doing? What is it that will make you boast about your hardwork? 


Be craFty
Boredom pushes you to do things that will make yourself busy. You are your own boss, no one will push you to do a certain task. This is your time to sit and make your own craft. It could be a new song, a new design concept, a new shirt to print, a new DIY project, a photograph, a new story to tell, a delicious food to share..whatever your mind drives you to unwind. Do it. Who knows? Your hobby could be your next career.

Know about Fuchsia
Stop suggesting to change the color to red when someone asked you to spell it, spell it out. I'm out of F words here. What I'm trying to say is, you'll have time to learn more things. It's ok to gain few facts and new thoughts from what you read online. But are you sure that those things you read are beneficial for your growth? Stop wasting your time on social media sites or browsing unnecessary news for the sake of chismis. 
Get Fat
Sorry that's a fact. You have all the time to open your fridge and load up your belly while watching your favorite flicks. Another thing is, you have the pleasure of sleeping all day..unlimited. What a bummer! Don't abuse these privileges. Exercise and stay fresh. 

Know your true Friends
Being broke reveals your true friends. Who stays there for you when you're alone? Who still ask you out? At this point of your life, you need a friend you can depend on. Not only for financial purposes, but for just having someone that will encourage you, help you out and pray for you.

Exercise your Faith
In all aspect of your life, faith will take you far. He will open a door somewhere else. Let God be God. He knows exactly what He is doing. He is ready and able to help you as long as you respond to him with faith.

Redefine your Fulfillment
Look at the other areas of your life aside from work. How's your relationship with your family, friends, church and with God? Sometimes you need to evaluate yourself. Get back on your track and align your life towards your goal.

Receive Favor.
God has a perfect plan in your life. He gives you his best when you trust and live your life to him. He favors you out of his deep, abiding love for you, a love that is not contingent upon any effort you put forth. Wait for it. Your next job is already waiting for you.

Sunday, February 17, 2013

When Stars Crashed in Manila

I have this fascination about anything related to stars, and it became more legit after knowing that there's an indie band that sounded close to my heartbeat called Stars. The movie Like Crazy moved me to find Stars.. and it was love at first listen. I've been longing to watch and hear them live. And here they are!

Watching Stars live was the best celebration of heart's day so far. The first time to catch them live, the pleasure to shoot them up close with my camera, comfy chucks and jeans to go, with crowd that feels the same sentiment with their songs, and a debonair hipster date made the night almost perfect.
Thank you Mamad for making it possible. ^_^
Stars LIVE in Manila
"There's been a lot of talk of love.. But that don't amount to nothing.You can evolve the stars above..But that doesn't make it something..And the only way to last..
And the only way to live it. Is to hold on when you get love, And let go when you give it.. give it " 
- Hold On When You Get Love And Let Go When You Give It
Stars in Bloom
"There's one thing I have to say so I'll be brave..You were what I wanted..I gave what I gave..I'm not sorry I met you..
I'm not sorry it's over..I'm not sorry there's nothing to save.." -Your Ex Lover is Dead
Midnight Coward
"When did I grow up?..I don't want to say too much..I'll be the first to leave.
What can't be decided..In the morning it will bring itself to you..What can't be decided..Can fool you into thinking maybe you can choose."
-Midnight Coward

 Watch it here.
that moment
"I could say it but you wont believe me..You say you do but you don't deceive me..It's hard to know they're out there.It's hard to know that you still care.."
-Dead Hearts 
Amy Millan
"And to this day, when everything breaks, you are the anchor that holds me..All the things you say, the way you shift your eyes
I never knew there was someone, to make me come alive." - My Favourite Book
Mind and soul1
Torquil is theatrical. The songs they played felt like it just came out right there. It was so real.
melodica comes in
The melodica gave me chills. 
jazz guitars
Yes to the guitars. 
Together
"I'm tired of what I do..Turn the heat on early..It'll be cold when I get through..It has to go right this time..It has to go right." 
-The 400

"Oceans won't freeze..So loosen your heart..Underestimated..Undefeated in this love..We will always be a light." -Ageless Beauty

Super Sulit! (though we didn't catch Ciudad and Outerhope on stage. huhu..) We did asked for more! Stars warmly graced us with 20 plus songs including my favorites; Midnight Coward, Your Ex-Lover is Dead, Walls, The North, Calendar Girl, Ageless Beauty, Do You Want to Die Together?, Dead Hearts, Take Me The Riot, and My Favourite Book. Their songs revealed true stories about relationships. From friendship, falling in love, heartaches, fights, to moving on stage..anything in between -all in detailed and real. Their music just moved me.

We have our own bands here that also deserves the warmth we give to foreign artists. Keep supporting. Indie music deserves to be heard. :)

Monday, February 04, 2013

Lovely February



                                                               
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