Say Thank You to Your Unsung Hero, the Unilab Way!

     "Real courage is doing the right thing when nobody's looking. Doing the unpopular thing because it's what you believe, and the heck with everybody.” ― Justin Cronin, The Summer Guest. I believe that there's goodness in everyone. It doesn't matter if the act is big or small. I believe that there's a "hero" in each and every one of us. No need to suffer pain or death just to be recognized. In our family, I consider my parents as my unsung heroes. Both of them wasn't able to go to college. They've just finished their secondary level from  a public school. When they got married, my father's mom gave them a small investment so that they can sustain the needs of their growing family.

Say Thank You to Your Unsung Hero, the Unilab Way!
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     It was a roller coaster ride for my parents. The ups and downs of having a small scale business. We have a small bake shop and a sari-sari store before that prospered and have several branches. These was the bread and butter of the family. Our bakery business gave us a good life indeed. We were blessed in terms of material things. But when my father acquired diabetes and kidney disease, our bakery and sari-sari store needs to be shut down as we cannot maintain it anymore because of hospital bills, medications, and dialysis treatment. But my parents are really the unsung heroes for us. Even though my father is sick with stage 5 renal disease, he is still thinking of our future instead of just staying at home and enjoying his life. 

     He always tell us that even though we don't have that kind of resources that we have before, he will still strive hard to bring back the things we lost because of his battle to chronic kidney disease. My mother on the other hand is doing her best to take good care of my father and my nieces and nephews. Instead of going out with friends and relax or unwind, she is dedicating her time in doing household chores and attending to the needs of my father. Their HUSAY at MALASAKIT have helped me succeed in the life that I wanted to be. My UNSUNG HEROES- my parents!

Say Thank You to Your Unsung Hero, the Unilab Way!

     Behind every Filipino is a loved one who has given them unconditional support with Husay at Malasakit through the years without asking for recognition. Unilab celebrates the Filipinos who make society a better place through the positive ways they impact the lives of those around them by giving their loved ones a unique chance to show their gratitude.

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Product Review: Scholl Velvet Smooth Express Pedi

     Hello dearies! I'm excited to share with you this new product innovation that will make your feet beautiful in less than 5 minutes. The result is instant and after first use, you will see and feel the difference. You can bare your beautiful feet after 1 use.

     Do you love going to nail salon and have your foot spa and pedicure done twice a month? If yes, what are the no-no's that you've experienced before in your foot spa sesh? I presume that the list of not so good experiences include long queues, heavy-handed spa attendants, an accidental cut from the manual callus file, a tad expensive service, and time. If you're so busy, I'm sure that you'll just opt to have home service foot spa but not all nail salons in the metro cater to this kind of service. Fret not, I have a good news- introducing Scholl Velvet Smooth Express Pedi :) This product can give all the benefits that you get your regular foot spa session at the comforts of your home! At first I was hesitant that it will give me a soft and smooth skin in an instant but after my first try, I'm impressed! Scroll down to see why you should have this product at home :)

Product Review: Scholl Velvet Smooth Express Pedi

Scholl Velvet Smooth Express Pedi

     An electronic foot file that gently buffs away hard skin in just moments leaving you with beautifully smooth feet.

Product Review: Scholl Velvet Smooth Express Pedi

Benefits:

• Beautiful, smooth skin after 1 use.
• Specially-designed Micralumina roller head for effective yet gentle removal of hard skin. 
• Ergonomically shaped soft-touch handle. 

Advantages of using Scholl Velvet Smooth vs. going to the spa and using a manual foot file:

• Monetary savings (at least 80% from foot spa sessions).
• Convenient to use as it removes hard skin in minutes. 
• Ready to use on dry (not wet) skin. 
• Hygienic because it is washable and comes with a replaceable roller head.

Product Review: Scholl Velvet Smooth Express Pedi

size:  1 Electronic Foot File with batteries

price: 1,685 php Electronic Foot File (batteries included) / (Around $37.13+)

550 php Refill (2 replacement roller heads) / (Around $12.20+)

place bought: Free

Available in selected Watsons Stores

instructions for use:

4 Simple Steps to Beautiful, Smooth Feet 

Step 1: Clean feet and prepare device 

Step 2: Switch and roll on 

Step 3: Continue until feet feels smooth 

Step 4: Rinse and apply cream 

made of: Specially-designed Micralumina roller head for effective yet gentle removal of hard skin

Product Review: Scholl Velvet Smooth Express Pedi
Photo above: Right foot with callus and a semi-cracked heel
Photo below: After using Scholl Velvet Smooth Express Pedi, the calluses are literally removed and the cracks are barely seen. Photo taken using my O+ 8.92 smartphone. No filter. 

What I like:

• The price is affordable if I'll do the math it saves at least 80% from foot spa sessions.
• Scholl Velvet Smooth Express Pedi's ergonomically shaped soft-touch handle makes it easy to use.
• It is battery operated no need for manual scrubbing. Just push the button and voila, let the specially designed rolling surface do the job!
• It is easy to use.
• No blade, cutting, and other sharp materials so it's safe and ready to use.
• The product can be used immediately, no other tasking procedure required. 
• The head can be replaced with a new roller head. Talk about convenience of refills!
• After using the file, there's an instant result.
• My feet feel soft and smooth to touch.
• The calluses that I got from wearing rubber slippers are not that visible after one use of Scholl Velvet Smooth Express Pedi.
• Removes hard skin without damaging my normal thin skin. I have thin skin and there's a time where one of my foot spa sessions gone wrong. The attendant over-scrubbed the callus on the lateral plantar section. 
• I'm impressed that it also blurs out or can lessen the wrinkled areas on the sole of my feet.

What I don't like:

• None so far!

Will I repurchase? Yes, it's in the realm of possibility. This is a perfect gift this Christmas to foot spa fanatic friends and relatives.

Recommendation:
     I give this a 4.5/5 rating. I highly recommend this product if you love having pedicure sesh twice a month and if you're the type of individual who is always on the go. This will perfectly fit your busy schedule. The convenience of having this product can save you time and hassles from going to nail spa and salon.

     No need to wait for long queues just to get a foot spa and pedicure in nail salons.. Just turn on the button and you're just a couple of minutes away to having a beautiful feet that you can bare anytime, anywhere! 

For more information about Scholl Velvet Smooth Express Pedi, please refer to instructions on pack:

Like them on Facebook: Scholl Philippines 

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Pizza Hut Kia Theater Now Open!

     When pizza comes to mind, the first word you'll hear is Pizza Hut! This pizza chain is one of the most famous American restaurants here in our country and their pan pizzas made a lot of wonderful memories in most of the family gatherings and celebrations. And because Pizza Hut wants to make things great when it comes to eating out and fine dining, they've opened a restaurant that is designed to cater to the most demanding customers who only wants nothing but the best with its good food, chic ambiance, warm lights, and casual seats.

     Pizza Hut expands its original concept of pizza restaurant into an exceptional venue, thus the birth of Pizza Hut Kia Theater. The store opened last July 23, 2015 and it is located in the former New Frontier Theater now renamed KIA Theater beside Gateway Mall Araneta Center.

Pizza Hut Kia Theater Now Open!

     It is a new concept store with the world famous pizza crusts and toppings and wider array of new menu items like appetizers, grills, salads, pastas, signature dishes and dessert. Experience great new entrees such as rib eye steak, baby back ribs with sides, the monster burger, beer battered fish, and pork steak barbecue.

Pizza Hut Kia Theater Now Open!
Clam Chowder Soup in a Bread Bowl

Pizza Hut Kia Theater Now Open!
Shrimp Mandarin Salad

     Aside from main entrees, the store serves breakfast at 7am and it operates throughout the day for lunch and dinner or until 11 pm. For the breakfast, they serve tapa, longganisa, ham and egg, pancake, corned beef, or chicken, all served with rice and your choice of ice tea, coffee, or softdrink.

Pizza Hut Kia Theater Now Open!
Shrimp Pasta

Pizza Hut Kia Theater Now Open!
Mushroom Carbonara

Pizza Hut Kia Theater Now Open!
Roasted Tomato and Egg Burger

     These new entrees are price friendly because they have platters for sharing such as Mexican Platter, Surf and Turf with Fries, American Platter, Tex-Mex Platter, and Combo Platter. If you're on a budget, fret not as there are readily available and affordable budget friendly meals too.

Pizza Hut Kia Theater Now Open!

Pizza Hut Kia Theater Now Open!
Stuffed Hungarian Sausage

Pizza Hut Kia Theater Now Open!
Surf and Turf Platter

Pizza Hut Kia Theater Now Open!
Rib Eye Steak

     This Pizza Hut also introduce a wine and beverage pairing with a selection of wines, cocktails and mocktails.

Pizza Hut Kia Theater Now Open!
Pizza Hut Super Supreme Pizza
Richly decked with nine delicious toppings - beef, ham, Italian sausage, pepperoni, seasoned pork, bell pepper, mushrooms, onions and pineapple.

Pizza Hut Kia Theater Now Open!
Slingers
American potatoes, tossed in special seasoning that's uniquely Pizza Hut. Served with a choice of dips.

     So come on over and visit Pizza Hut in Kia Theater. It is a place where you can unwind with friends and family, make small talks or simply have a good time.

For updates and exciting promos:

Like them on Facebook: Pizza Hut

Follow them on Twitter: @pizzahutphils

Follow them on Instagram: @pizzahutphils

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Shakey's Chicken 'N' Mojos Monday Madness

     Hello dearies! I have great news for ya'll! Mondays be like a day of fun and excitement. No need to fear Mondays. Lazy Mondays will now be super Mondays because Shakey's is going to make those manic Mondays really, really awesome! Who's in for a treat? Raise your hands and visit the nearest Shakey's store next Monday:) 

     In celebration of its 40th year, Shakey’s will be rewarding its loyal Guests with the Chicken ’N' Mojos Monday Madness Promo as an Anniversary token exclusive for all SuperCard holders. Scroll down to know more about this great news!

Shakey's Chicken 'N' Mojos Monday Madness

     Since it opened for the first time in the Philippines in 1975, Shakey’s has grown to become a household name and hang out favorite among Filipinos. From their mouth-watering thin crust pizzas to their all-time favorite Chicken ’N’Mojos, their menu has evolved over the years to cater to every Guest’s comfort food craving. It is a familiar place that Filipinos can count on for a good meal and a good time. 

     Thanks to Shakey’s, Guests no longer need to dread manic Mondays. From July 27 until August 24, Shakey’s SuperCard holders are entitled to a 40 % off on all Chicken ’N’Mojos packs like:

• Solo (3pcs)
• Buddy (5pcs)
• Family (7pcs)
• Party (12pcs)
• Blowout pack (20pcs)

     Only available for dine-in transactions, Guests now have another reason to plan their next get-together at the nearest Shakey’s branch.

For more information:

Like them on Facebook: Shakey’s Pizza 

Follow them on Twitter: @PHShakeys 

Follow them on Instagram: @shakeysph

The Practical Guide to Dressing for a Festival

     Festival season is well underway, and this summer is seeing many of us heading off to our very first festival event. And there’s definitely enough choice in the shops when it comes to our fashion choices, from dainty crop tops to patterned playsuits, deciding what to wear can be quite a task! But, what are the real essentials, and what’s going to be a practical choice whilst still looking bang on trend for festival fashion? Read on to find out what’s best to – and not to – wear if you’re planning on going to a festival this summer.

Playsuits Aren’t Practical

     Although the majority of us are sure to want to copy the style of Vanessa Hudgens who looked amazing in a pretty little playsuit at Coachella, the truth is, playsuits are definitely not the most practical of outfits to wear for a festival. If it gets chilly and you need to use the portaloo, the last thing that you’re going to want to do is get undressed in that small amount of space. 

The Practical Guide to Dressing for a Festival

     Dresses are a lot more practical at a festival if you’re looking for something just as cute as a playsuit. Choose a light, flowy dress with a trendy print – geometrical, floral and animal prints are all massive trends for this summer that will look fabulous, whatever festival you’re planning to attend. 

Flared Trousers

     Another fashion comeback that’s a huge trend this summer are flared trousers. However, if you’re thinking of wearing a pair of these to a festival, they’re not the most practical of choices – by day three when there’s no grass in sight and everything’s turned to mud, they’ll be your worst enemy as they drag along the floor and get you covered in mud. Plus, if you’re wearing wellies, are they going to look good together?

Denim Shorts

     You can’t get more practical at a festival than a simple pair of denim shorts. Paired with a floaty blouse, crop top, vest top and a pair of wellies – there really is nothing that basic denim shorts won’t go with. If you’re worried about feeling the cold, you could even take a pair of plain black leggings or tights to wear underneath, and you still won’t ruin your look. Yes, we’ve decided that when it comes to practical, fashionable festival wear, denim shorts are your best friend. Available to buy from almost anywhere, you really can’t go wrong!

Footwear

     Although you might want to pull out your favorite sandals especially if the weather’s forecast to be good, the most practical footwear that you can choose for a festival is a pair of wellies. After a couple of days even in dry weather the amount of people are sure to churn up some mud and muck, and the last thing you want to be doing is walking around getting your feet wet and dirty. Whether you choose to buy a pair of cheap wellies for the occasion or invest in a stronger, sturdier more expensive pair, we can’t stress enough how important it is to wear wellies – or at least waterproof footwear – at a festival this summer. 

Bags

     Festivals are jam packed full of people, so the last thing that you want to be doing is worrying about whether or not somebody’s pinching something out of your bag. Expect to be jostled around and pushed into a lot as well, so taking your five hundred dollar designer handbag to a festival is probably not the best of ideas. Instead, invest in a cheap rucksack, body-cross bag or even a bum bag where you can store any valuables, tickets, and money rather than leaving these items in your tent. 

Accessories

     When it comes to accessories you really can go wild at a festival, with everything from body jewelry to elaborate floral headdresses available. However, some accessories you’re really not going to want to forget – remember to protect yourself from the sun by wearing a pair of sunglasses, or at the very least a hat. Floppy hats are really in this summer, so why not wear one of those to keep yourself in the shade and looking fashionable and trendy at the same time. 

     Are you an avid festivalgoer? Which outfits do you tend to choose when you attend a festival? Do you have any advice or tips regarding what to wear for first time festivalgoers? Whether you’ve just come back from your first festival or attend a few different ones every year, we’d love to hear your experiences and advice in the comments below.