For me one of the necessities in today's generation are bags. Yes, it may be odd but I think or perhaps I could say that bags are just one of the many needs. It is multi-factional as it can be used to carry different loads like books, kikay kits, clothes, groceries and other materials. It can also be used as an accessories for your trendy style just like the teens today. They make use of bags as part of their fashion statement. Of course bags comes on different sizes, styles, and uses but it serve its main purpose, to carry load.

For young adults like me I consider bags as necessity because I use them to carry my kids clothes and things they need but of course as a Mom I also need to be stylish and trendy, not too bright and not too Gothic.
Since we're talking about bags I am very thankful to one of PR friends that I was invited to witness the contract signing between Kathryn Bernardo and Ruffles Bags. They are both not new to me, I used to watch Kath's teleserye and she is really well know in the showbiz industry while Ruffle Bags, I bought one way back 2010 when I was still working and I can say that the quality was great and it is trendy as well.
According to Selwyn Ching, brand manager of Ruffles Bags, the new campaign will be launched with its endorser Kathryn Bernardo, as "she embodies the spirit of the brand which highlights individuality and self expression. Ruffles Bags are available in a wide range of designs that cater to the fashion savvy youth, the creative and the sporty, party goers and travelers and to those who simply enjoy the being themselves.

'I am so excited not just because I am the new endorser of Ruffles but because we have many interesting plans ahead. Ruffles really knows me very well and they have been supporting my interests and my plans even before the launch of this campaign, I really hope everyone will share my excitement - madami pa kaming sorpresa in store for all of you," says Kathryn Bernardo. She added "Ruffles knows I've got to be me!".

According to Ruffles Bag Kathryn will be coming out in billboards, posters, transit and digital ads, as well as during special events of Ruffles. So, followers and fans can get to see her more often holding a Ruffles Bag.

Here's a little trivia about Ruffles bags. The said bags are designed and produced and marketed by Trendy Labels, Inc. It was launched in 2008 to cater to the taste, preferences and the needs of the growing teen and young adult markets. Ruffles bags offer a wide range of bags from casual to sporty, bags for everyday use, to bags for school and for travel. these bags are highly affordable and are available in a wide range of prices from P300 to P800. Low price but with great quality.

Currently, Ruffles bags are available in 25 SM Department stores and is located at bags section. To get more fun details and information about Ruffles bag follow them at their twitter account @rufflesbags.

This is my old Ruffles Bag.

As I have mentioned earlier and because of the quality of the bags they got I only got one Ruffles bag since I was still an office girl. Now, because of their generosity I received one from and because I'm lucky also that day I was able to bagged the prize that they raffled off which is the one that Kathryn Bernardo is using on the posters. So lucky and blessed that I was able to have two of them. What's even great is that these two bags were signed by Kathryn Bernardo. So it's just one of the many reason to be thankful that I own these two bags.

Because of this I am going to share the blessing by holding a give away raffle. I'll be raffling off one bag with Kathryn Bernardo's autograph to one enthusiastic follower of this blog. The only requirement I need is that you're at following instructions because we will be putting all the tasks on rafflecopter as what I've previously done.

This will be the Prize for the Raffle.

So without anymore delays and for to have more entries check out the rafflecopter below for the tasks and fire away, share, and win this awesome prize.

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I'll be using the rafflecopter to get the winner of this awesome bag and yes this contest is open to all residing in the Philippines because I will be sending it to the winner through courrier.  Yes!  So those who wasn't able to join the TRIO Blog Giveaway can now join here as I will be shouldering the expenses of sending it off to the winner.

The giveaway will run from May 7, 2014 to June 7, 2014.  Announcement of winners will be on June 7, 2014 then I'll contact the winner.  If the winner will not be able to send the details in two (2) days we will have another round of raffle.

Okay Dads, Moms, Dudes, and Gals, after a month length of gathering entries from you dear readers and followers it finally come to an end.  To finalize the giveaway today we're announcing the lucky winner of the Php10,000 Worth of Gold's Gym Gift Certificates.  As a first hint our winner is a SHE and she'll be Php10,000 worth of GC sexier than before.  She'll be flaunting her sexiness soon.  So, without further ado the winner of our giveaway is....



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CONGRATULATIONS to you and hope to see you on our next giveaway.

One of the highlights in our lives are the success that we experience. Success in life is one of the greatest thing that we treasure and be thankful to God all ways. This is the fruit of our labor.

In my case, family is my success.  They are the greatest gift that God gave me.  When I got married, it was hard for me to bare a child.  Though we wanted to have a child as early as possible the problem made us wait for quite some years then that's the time that we decided to see an ob-gynecologist.  With some test and medications my hubby and I decided to give up my work and took a rest together with the monitoring of my ob-gyne.  It was God miracle because after few months of medication, finally I got pregnant.  So after 2 years we got married I gave birth on our eldest. So now, we have already 2 kids.

Though my success of having children and making my husband happy need to gave up my work, still its a fulfilling feeling that I really treasure and be thankful.

My story may not be a big success compared to others I find worth sharing that we all need to be patient prayerful for our success wouldn't be complete without the help of God.  Just like this inspiring story of Coco Martin on how a simple waiter of Max's Restaurant become a well-known celebrity and the best of it is the endorser of the establishment where he once worked with.  From being a waiter at Max's Restaurant in 2000-2001 and now Coco Martin is one of the most respected actors in the country.

Take a peek into the TV commercial that depict Coco's journey to success. If you have any #SarapNgSuccess story and pictures depicting your own story, you can share it by completing the sentence "Successful ang araw ko dahil __________."
"Successful ang araw ko dahil nandyan ang pamilya ko." (My day is successful because my family are there.)  To know more about success stories you can visit Max's Restaurant's website www.maxschicken.com or get updates from their facebook page www.facebook.com/maxsrestaurant.  Get involved in the hashtag #SarapNgSuccess

For fans of The Amazing Spider-Man and lovers of Jollibee, here is another good news for all the kids. An amazing treat and a happy bonding moment awaits the entire family.

The return of everyone’s favorite friendly neighborhood superhero in The Amazing Spider-Man 2 calls for a fun get-together for families and the whole barkada.

Jollibee turns these bonding moments into an even greater adventure with Jollibee Amazing Treats featuring The Amazing Spider-Man 2.

The Chickenjoy Bucket Treats comes in a special reusable bucket featuring Spider-Man

Kids and parents are sure to enjoy the adrenaline-filled movie with their favorite crispylicious and juicylicious Chickenjoy Bucket Treats, which comes in a limited-edition reusable bucket featuring the image of their favorite Marvel character. For only P649, kids and kids-at-heart can enjoy eight pieces of Chickenjoy with four servings of rice, four regular drinks, four side dishes of their choice and four NEW KIT-KAT Mix-ins for dessert. They can also get a 6-piece bucket, which includes three cups of rice, three drinks, three sides and three NEW KIT-KAT Mix-ins, for only P519.

The WALL JUMPER makes Spider-Man jump and stick to the wall

The CITY LEAPER makes Spidey leap forward to grip the wall on all fours.

The DISC LAUNCHER showcases Spider-Man’s sharp shooting skills

Teens and yuppies can also join the action with The Amazing Spider-Man 2 Image-Appearing Tumblers for only P60 with every purchase of Jollibee Burger Value meals. See Spider-Man in full color as you fill it with your favorite cold beverage.

The Image-Appearing Tumblers reveal Spider-Man’s image  when filled with your favorite cold beverage.

These Amazing Treats are available in all Jollibee stores nationwide until May 31, 2014.

Lastly, from May 1 to June 30, 2014, kiddie fans of the web-swinging superhero can also recreate Spidey’s big-screen adventures with The Amazing Spider-Man 2 Superhero Set which includes the Wall Jumper, City Leaper and Disc Launcher. These toys and a vanilla cone twirl come free with every purchase of any of these Jollibee Kids Meals: Yumburger Meal (P80), Jolly Spaghetti Meal (P83) or 1-piece Chickenjoy Meal (P100).

Enjoy the non-stop action of The Amazing Spider-Man 2 and get the limited-edition Chickenjoy Bucket Treats, Image-Appearing Tumblers, and Superhero Sets only at Jollibee. Hurry and visit a Jollibee store near you.

Another reality TV show of ABS CBN will let the viewers be hooked to continously watch the PBB All In every night. To further know more and to familiarize the housemates of Kuya here are the list.

the Jock-Next-Door of Taguig, Axel Torres

Rising Celebri-teen of Quezon City, actress Jane Oineza

Biba Rakitera of Valenzuela, Cess Visitacion who used to sell pirated DVDs and played bit roles in TV shows and commercials

the Simpatikong Salesman of CamSur, Chevin Cecilio, who is now trying his luck in real estate to help his family

15-year-old Nichole Baranda, the Sweet Revelation of Makati, who joined the show to find and prove herself as a person and to make her mom, Phoemela Baranda, proud

Aina Solano, the Dancing Bombshell of Boracay, who is training to become a mermaid-swimming teacher

Devoted Daughter of Las Piñas, 23-year-old and licensed nurse, Jayme Jalandoni

16-year-old and out-of-school youth, Joshua Garcia named the Tatay’s Boy of Batangas

Wonder Son of Quezon City, Manolo Pedroso, who is also 16 years old and never had a girlfriend despite the fact that he was a heartthrob in different schools where he studied

Singing Sunshine of Davao, Maris Racal, who at 16 is very passionate about music and knows how to play the piano, ukulele, and guitar

Maginoong Marino of Quezon, Ranty Portento, a seafarer who works in a cruise ship and the season’s oldest housemate at 26

Alex Gonzaga, Sassy Sister of Rizal

Gonzaga’s entry to the famous bahay ni Kuya shocked not just viewers but also her sister and co-host, Toni Gonzaga. When Big Brother or Kuya got the chance to talk to Gonzaga, who is dubbed as the season’s Sassy Sister of Rizal, he said he wants Gonzaga to experience the life of a housemate so she can be an effective host of the show.

Spunky Spiker of Quezon City, Michelle Gumabao

Aside from Oineza and Gonzaga, volleyball superstar dubbed as the Spunky Spiker of Quezon City, Michelle Gumabao was included in the roster of this season’s celebrity housemates. Gumabao is the daughter of actor-politician-turned-pastor Dennis Roldan.

Fourth Pagotan, Brad Bait of Pasay

Fifth Pagotan, Brad Kulit of Pasay

Also introduced were twins Fourth and Fifth Pagotan, the Brad Bait and Brad Kulit of Pasay. The former is a chef at a five-star luxury hotel, while the latter is a businessman and owns a hamburger stall in Manila.

Jacob Benedicto, the Cutie Crooner of Parañaque

15-year-old student and a member of the talented group 3G, Loisa Andalio, dubbed as the Talented Darling of Parañaque

freelance model and Mutya ng Pilipinas International 2011 Vickie Rushton, named as the Lady Mahinhin of Bacolod

The grand kick off was hosted by Toni Gonzaga, Bianca Gonzalez, John Pratts, Robi Domingo, and host-turned-housemate Alex Gonzaga. Former housemates Kim Chiu, Gerald Anderson, Zanjoe Marudo, Ejay Falcon, Jason Gainza, Nene Tamayo, Jason Francisco, Ryan Bang, Keanna Reeves, Yayo Aguila, James Reid, Gaby Dela Merced, Beauty Gonzales, Myrtle Sarrosa, and Yves Flores were also present to welcome and support the new PBB housemates.

Viewers and followers of the show also warmly welcomed the new housemates as the grand kick off recorded a national TV rating of 20.5%, or almost twice its rival program in the Philippines that got a 10.9% rating.

Micro-blogging site Twitter was also dominated by “PBB ALL IN” and its housemates with 10 out of 10 trending topics in the Philippines.

Get to know more about the housemates and tune in to “Pinoy Big Brother ALL IN” and “Pinoy Big Brother ALL IN Uber” everyday via TFC (Mondays to Fridays in Saudi Arabia and Dubai and Tuesdays to Saturdays in Australia, Guam, Japan, and New Zealand). Follow the housemates via 24/7 livestream on TFC.tv, available in the Middle East, Australia, New Zealand, Japan and the rest of Asia (except the Philippines). Connect with fellow global Kapamilyas worldwide. Visit facebook.com/KapamilyaTFC, twitter.com/KapamilyaTFC and http://instagram.com/KapamilyaTFC/

Johnny Rockets invited me and my son for their bloggers' event which was held in Eastwood.  Though it was quite far from our home but still we manage to go there since it's a bonding moment for me and for my eldest son, Maki.  Too bad that Daddy and Gelo wasn't with us to make this event another family bonding but anyway it's a Mom and Son bonding moment this time.
Johnny Rockets offers a dining experience from a typical American-style diners, it is an international restaurant chain that provides food, fun and friendliness reminiscent of feel-good Americana. Both the exterior and interior are quintessentially American. The fixtures, the decor, the tiled floor all memorialize the era of feel good American with some Coca Cola memento of various kind. The jukebox near the entrance is a classic.  I only saw this kind of diner on movies but thanks to Johnny Rockets I was able to see personally.
Maki was delighted when they welcomed us with their summer shakes sampler which made us taste it first before going into further explanation and details on what the shakes are made of.  For my son, Maki, he loves the taste of the purple colored shake.  

Aside from the sampler they also served their Original Burger which comes with fresh lettuce, ripe tomato, chopped onions, relish, pickle, mustard & mayonnaise with free fries.  Well, for me the burger is just enough because it is really one of the big servings that we've encountered.  If you're not much of big serving, Johnny Rockets is not for you but if you're in for a really big surprises and treats then you can immediately head on to one of their stores to get a burger, fries and shakes.  Loved it!

A mom like me with three boys in the house sure needs to know things when it comes to sports and gladly that I was invited to one of the events of Master which happens last April 24, 2014 at Treston International College Gym in Bonifacio Global City.  It is an intriguing face off that happens, as two of today's stars in the Philippine basketball meet in one event that sure made the court as hot as ever. Master, the country's leading men's skin care and face care brand launched this years Master Game Face All-Star Basketball Challenge where the two clashing basketball stars Chris Tiu and Marc Pingris together with their team from the collegiate leagues like the UAAP and NCAA will meet in an exciting match to win Master Game Face Challenge. The event was witnessed by media people and bloggers. There were raffles and some three-on-three action happened where each media and bloggers were paired to two of the players and held a very exciting match.
According to Unilever's Male Grooming Brand Manager Jonathan Pua, “As the no. 1 male face care, male facial wash and face cleanser brand in the country, it is natural for us to come up with an activity featuring the No. 1 sport – basketball. We are proud to invite fans to the Araneta Center on June 21 for the Master Game Face All-Star Basketball Challenge, where Master ambassadors Chris Tiu and Marc Pingris will battle for an epic showdown with their respective squads of top collegiate hoops players and all-star players from the Gilas team and professional basketball groups. It will be a good venue to showcase how top Filipino basketball players put their oil-free game faces on with Master Oil Control Max Facial Wash.

For the group of the former Ateneo Blue Eagles and SEA Games team captain and current Rain or Shine player Chris Tiu are UAAP basketball stars, Jeron Teng (DLSU), Chris Newsome (ADMU), Kevin Ferrer (UST) and Mike Tolomia (FEU).
Tiu said that “Fans are going to have a great time seeing such powerhouse players in the Master Game Face All – Star Basketball Challenge this year, and I'm especially happy to be able to play with such talented young blood and with other Professional basketball players.” Tiu's team is expected to include other top players from the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and from the PBA. Fans of Chris Tiu's team can show their support online by using the hashtag #MasterGameFaceChris.
While the group of current Gilas Pilipinas player and PBA defensive play legend Marc Pingris is also set to lead UAAP stars Andre Paras (UP), Jeoffrey Javillonar (NU), Jericho Cruz (ADU) and Roi Sumang (UE). His team will also include professional basketball players and selected collegiate players. Fans of Marc Pingris' team can show their support online by using the hashtag #MasterGameFaceMarc.
“I'm excited to start playing with my team. We hope to put up a great game against our opponents and to show young athletes how to put their Game Faces on with Master,” said Pingris

Along with the unveiling of the starting five players, Master also announced the launch of an online app for basketball fans to vote from a selection of All Star Players from the professional league to join Team Chris and Team Marc, Fans can vote by logging on to facebook.com/MasterPhilippines and by clicking on the Master Game Face Application. The online voting will begin on April 24 and the complete team rosters will be announced on a special draft to be held on May 31.
“We're also counting on the fans to help us build the teams by voting for their choice players through the Master Game Face voting app. Lucky fans who will vote for the correct and final set of players will will win tickets to the all-star match, as well as special basketball merchandise,” said Pua.

Putting an Oil-Free, Game Face everywhere with Master

With a complete line of face care products including facial wash, face cleansers and face moisturizers for the highly competitive sportsman, Master takes basketball to a whole new level. Oil can definitely reduce a player's effectiveness in any game – especially in basketball. This was featured in the latest commercial of Master Facial Wash where both Chris Tiu and Marc Pingris battled it out with their oil-free, game faces on thanks to Master.

Boosting anti-oil protection, Master Oil Control Max Facial Wash has the revolutionary Cooling Zeroil formula that controls oil for 8 hours for that fresh game face look to bring out the best in anyone's game – even off the court. Get 8 hours of no oil with Master Facial Wash so you can put you game face on! You can also fight deep seated dirt that causes pimples with Master Oil Control Max Deep Cleanser. For more details about Master products and about the Master Game Face All-Star Basketball Challenge, visit www.facebook.com/MasterPhilippines.

Follow Master on Twitter and Instagram @MasterGameFace to find out the latest about Master products and about the Master Game Face Challenge.

 
It's been 3 years since I started blogging and of course attending events.  Though I have a personal blog way back 2009.  MAG of my Life started 2011, lots of readers and some commenters on my blog. Recently, I met online, one of my reader, her name was Ruslyn Kate Ferrando.  Later on we frequently exchange messages through social networking site.  At first she was just liking all my post and with a usual comment of "Hi Ate".  Then much words and since then we became friends.

Just recently we have some chika moment that her super idol was kathniel, the Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla love team.  She was head over heels with the two and definitely love them very much.  Since I frequently attend blog conferences and press conferences of movies, singers and artists, I get a chance to have artists and singers do some video greetings and just lately I have a video greeting for Kate as a thank you to her for supporting and continuously reading my blog.