Back to Meycauayan.

Mi familia

It's been quite a while since I have gone home to Meycauayan, my hometown. It's Uncle T's surprise advanced birthday and despedida party. Felt so good to be with family again. I've been insanely busy with work and my new venture so I haven't spent quality time with them in the past few months.

As usual, so much food it was insane.

THE MENU:

Main Course:

1. Paella

2. Pancit

3. Steak

4. Lechon

5. Turkey

6. Blue Marlin

Sweets:
1. Decadent Chocolate Cake
2. Mango Torte
3. Strawberry Shortcake
4. Tiramisu
5. Sam's Mocha Cake

Little Angel Baker, Sammy
and her Mocha Cake
(So proud of you)

6. Butter Cake
7. Mini Leche Flan, Brownie and Apple Tarts

8. Buko Pandan
9. Sansrival
10. Dirty Ice Cream

After the sumptuous dinner, my cousins and I had gone for a swim. I loved the water! It's hella hot in Manila!!

Los Ninos having a good time!!!


I'm so ready to jump in!!!

Nothing beats time with family!!! I just love 'em all!!!

Miss Philippines Earth 2010

This Year, I decided to join another pageant, which is Miss Philippines Earth 2010 (organized by Carousel Production). Miss Philippines Earth is a pageant with a cause. It is held annually in search of "the" most beautiful and environmental friendly woman in the Philippines.

This experience to me was entirely something new. More then just the competing against all the beautiful girls, I found that my own competition was myself. It was definitely a challenge as I tried to become more aware of the environment. And of course constant and never ending action for the betterment of the environment.

MPE Events

I represented Meycauayan City which is my hometown.

With MPE friends and co-candidates

Ads!!!

I was so happy I found out that they made an ad out of my experience! Hahahaha

Greenhills along Wilson

An article written by Butch Francisco


SM (Thanks ate Shea for the photos. hahaha) :D

Struggle with Weight

Weight has always been an issue for me since I've been a really really big girl most of my life. I had no way of controlling my eating habits as I took pleasure in anything edible. It was my lack of control that lead me to such body and such weight, which indubitably caused obesity and total insecurity.

(First Two Pics: Theme parks in the US; Third Pic: December 2006, NYC; Fourth Picture: August 2008)

I linked such massive pain in this situation that I got so tired of the pity I brought upon my self. I decided to turn my world around by the realization that security can only be accomplished if I improve myself daily, and better the caliber of my person hood. If I had wanted to do that, then I should definitely start with my body.

Lucky enough, my mom had enrolled me in Slimmers several years ago (which I had never used) until that very moment. So, I got up and constantly went to the gym.

One day, one of the Slimmers World trainers came up to me and asked me to join a competition called Mr. and Miss Slimmers World (2008). It was to my astonishment that someone would ask me to join the pageant. I had low self esteem and I thought that I am not good enough to join such a pageant. From August 2008 (Picture above), I wasn't so sure if I could shed all the pounds so easily. After all, the competition was November of the same year.

SWI, Trafalgar Branch (the branch I represented) offered Free training and treatments. And so, I thought, what have I got to lose? Might as well give it a try.

Training began and it was absolutely difficult as I carried heavy, heavy weights. The more difficult part is I was on a strict diet. My nutrition from food was very little so I had supplements to keep me going.

After months of training and with all efforts, I had finally accomplished the body that I wanted. Sad enough I didn't win that year.

Mr. and Ms. Slimmers World 2008, Representing SWI Trafalgar

The battle wasn't over for me and so I joined Mr. and Miss Great Bodies 2009. VICTORY!!

Great Bodies 2009, Representing SWI Pasay Road

Extremely and most ardently elated, I am absolutely excited about living my life. I've come a long way!!! There is no stopping now!!! :D

With Dear Friends and Family