Dear Loved Ones,
If by chance any of you wish to surprise me, or for my, not-so-near birthday, I have
a few suggestions...
I love you, all, and I promise that it'll be money worth spent.
Love,
Fran
Thursday, July 15, 2010
Monday, July 12, 2010
Dream Design 4: Glamour Themes
I've been busy this whole week doing Abe's and my Android application project. It's almost done, guys! I will be announcing it here on my blog when it is done. For now, enjoy these inspirational videos for your next glam room!
Don't fret if you're in a budget! This video oughta help.
Don't fret if you're in a budget! This video oughta help.
Sunday, July 11, 2010
Dream Design 3: Feng Shui Inspiration
This is the living room of one of my most dearest friends.
The actual living room
... and the Dream Design it inspired me to do.
JJ Inspired by Frances Advincula on Polyvore.com
You think they give off the same vibe? I like the Siamese cat, too!
You think they give off the same vibe? I like the Siamese cat, too!
My Grandparent's Home
The following pictures make up a quick home tour of my grandparent's home in Quezon City, Metro Manila. My grandfather, General Federico Ruiz, ordered a lot of the furniture from local carvers in different provinces across the country during the 70's and the 80's. I hope you enjoy!
Narra Wood, Samar, ordered from a furniture maker in Catarman who needed business at the time. 1987
Souvenir from the Vietnam War
when my Grandfather was assigned there.
Mirror, Narra Wood with Bone Inlay
Kumintang, A gift from a Muslim Datu when my
grandfather was the Battalion Commander of the Cotabato Province.
1977
Chest, Bone Inlay, possibly 1980
Narra Wood, Chair, Part of a 10-seater Dining Set
when my Grandfather was assigned there.
Mirror, Narra Wood with Bone Inlay
Kumintang, A gift from a Muslim Datu when my
grandfather was the Battalion Commander of the Cotabato Province.
1977
1992, A gift to my grandfather
My greatgrandmother's closet, 1950, Narra Wood
Shell mirror, made from shells taken from Maqueda Bay
Living Room Set, Narra Wood with Bone Inlay
Korean Locker, from an antique shop, 1980
Glassware Cabinet, Narra Wood with Bone Inlay
1978 Curio Cabinet
Japanese Dolls, 1997
Narra Door, 1979
Our Lady of the Eucharist and Grace Statue
Sacred Heart of Jesus Statue
San Lorenzo Ruiz, Patron Saint of the Philippines
Caedo, Sculptor, Bronze ca. 1988.
This is the twin of the statue that President Ramos gave to
Pope John Paul II as a gift from the Filipino people.
Saturday, July 10, 2010
Design Dream 2: The It Girl's Room
I can picture a very successful young woman having this room. Every girl needs a chanel, killer RED heels, and a Mac.
Dream Designs 1 : Contemporary + Luxe
I have a new phase! Well, not really, more like a phase re-birth. I'm loving design right now, don't we all? Which one is your favorite?
Monday, July 5, 2010
Spa Massages, Makati
I love to get massages... yes, I'm a massage junkie. I've been to a few massage places, but these are my favorite.
My favorite place to get a massage in Makati is The Lotus, My Massage Place in Greenbelt Mansions, Perea St. The place screams RELAX! when you enter. I can literally feel the stresses of the day fall off my body when I enter this place. I love their Hawaiian Lomi Lomi massage.
It is a gentle-medium pressure massage, and the masseuse uses her forearms in massaging a lot. If feels oh..so good! It runs at 450 php an hour. The decor of the place comes across to me as Asian-Thai, with lots of parasols hanging on the ceiling. The ambience of the place is rather dark, and very cold. To me, it is very very relaxing. Instrumental music plays in the background as well. Once you enter the place and specify your desired massage, they will lead you reclining chairs (that remind me of those you find in old houses' porches), and an attendant will bring you a wood basin filled with stones and hot water to soak your feet. Then, you will be let to your "room." The whole place is actually divided off with drapes/curtains to separate off each room. Surprisingly, the level of quietness is very good; in fact, it is better than other places I've had massages in. After your massage, the attendant will ask you if you want ginger tea. I've also tried their Balinese massage, which is supposed to be good for blood circulation. It's not as gentle as the LomiLomi...it's more focused on pressure points. There was a lot of thumb-action
going on. However, the only negative thing for this place is the shower. I tried it last weekend before my massage thinking it would be very nice. Although it is was only 100 php, it was just a normal shower. There is nothing there that separates it from my bathroom...absolutely nothing special about it. Aside from the shower, though, this place has got to be one of the best massage places in the area... and not expensive either! It's number one on my list.
Rating: 4.5
Relax Factor: 5
Website: facebook fan page
My next favorite is The Spa in Greenbelt. It can be rather pricey for a student's budget though. I tried the Javanese Royal Bath there one time...and I felt like a million bucks after. It's a massage + lulur scrub + a soak in a rose-filled jacuzzi. Apparently, this is how a bride (way over in Java, way back then) would prepare for her wedding night... It's rather pricey though -- 2,100 php for 90 minutes of pure bliss. I guess since it's a more upscale spa, the shower is free; it's mandatory, and it's pretty darn nice. Plus, you get a locker for all your stuff too. If you've got the moolah, this is the place to go.
Rating: 5
Relax Factor: 5
Website: http://www.thespa.com.ph/
While my boyfriend gets a haircut, I always get a massage in Let's face it in Greenbelt 1. It's around 450 php for the normal Swedish massage per hour. It's great if you want a traditional massage. It's pretty good value for the money too. You get your own real room, and in contrast to other branches, the one in Greenbelt is very quiet. There's no shower, but the attendant rubs alcohol on your legs before starting the massage.
Rating: 4
Relax Factor: 4
Website: http://www.letsfaceit-spalon.com/lets_face_it_contact.php
Shui Hilot Healing Spa wasn't as fancy as the others (maybe cause I went there during the day), but my boyfriend loves it...and probably for that very reason. I mean, it doesn't come across as girly. Like its name, it's focused more on the healing aspect of massage. It is very good hilot. We also tried the ventosa cupping, and the feeling is heavenly --very relaxing as the glass moves about your back. After I got this done to me, I received about three comments that day on how radiant I looked. Maybe all that cupping sucked the negativity out of my body, eh? A bit pricey though; an hour of hilot with half an hour of ventosa therapy runs at 799 php. Extra bonus? The lady at the desk is very, very accommodating, AND she gave me two gift certificates!
Rating: 4
Relax factor: 4.5
Website: http://www.shuihilotspa.com/home
My favorite place to get a massage in Makati is The Lotus, My Massage Place in Greenbelt Mansions, Perea St. The place screams RELAX! when you enter. I can literally feel the stresses of the day fall off my body when I enter this place. I love their Hawaiian Lomi Lomi massage.
going on. However, the only negative thing for this place is the shower. I tried it last weekend before my massage thinking it would be very nice. Although it is was only 100 php, it was just a normal shower. There is nothing there that separates it from my bathroom...absolutely nothing special about it. Aside from the shower, though, this place has got to be one of the best massage places in the area... and not expensive either! It's number one on my list.
Rating: 4.5
Relax Factor: 5
Website: facebook fan page
My next favorite is The Spa in Greenbelt. It can be rather pricey for a student's budget though. I tried the Javanese Royal Bath there one time...and I felt like a million bucks after. It's a massage + lulur scrub + a soak in a rose-filled jacuzzi. Apparently, this is how a bride (way over in Java, way back then) would prepare for her wedding night... It's rather pricey though -- 2,100 php for 90 minutes of pure bliss. I guess since it's a more upscale spa, the shower is free; it's mandatory, and it's pretty darn nice. Plus, you get a locker for all your stuff too. If you've got the moolah, this is the place to go.
Rating: 5
Relax Factor: 5
Website: http://www.thespa.com.ph/
While my boyfriend gets a haircut, I always get a massage in Let's face it in Greenbelt 1. It's around 450 php for the normal Swedish massage per hour. It's great if you want a traditional massage. It's pretty good value for the money too. You get your own real room, and in contrast to other branches, the one in Greenbelt is very quiet. There's no shower, but the attendant rubs alcohol on your legs before starting the massage.
Rating: 4
Relax Factor: 4
Website: http://www.letsfaceit-spalon.com/lets_face_it_contact.php
Shui Hilot Healing Spa wasn't as fancy as the others (maybe cause I went there during the day), but my boyfriend loves it...and probably for that very reason. I mean, it doesn't come across as girly. Like its name, it's focused more on the healing aspect of massage. It is very good hilot. We also tried the ventosa cupping, and the feeling is heavenly --very relaxing as the glass moves about your back. After I got this done to me, I received about three comments that day on how radiant I looked. Maybe all that cupping sucked the negativity out of my body, eh? A bit pricey though; an hour of hilot with half an hour of ventosa therapy runs at 799 php. Extra bonus? The lady at the desk is very, very accommodating, AND she gave me two gift certificates!
Rating: 4
Relax factor: 4.5
Website: http://www.shuihilotspa.com/home
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