Wednesday, March 30, 2011



"You have a lifetime to work, but children 
are only young once"
---- Polish proverb

TWEET, TWEET! :
On Saturday 26th March 2011, @itsmekrisaquino said:
"Some observations abt Davao: it's vast, the people r so disciplined, walang tinapon na basura kung saan saan, Davao del sur where I went to the "sapa" napakalinis ng water, plenty trees- nature at its best!"

Saturday, March 26, 2011

Fresh and fun finds at FitFlop


















“Fresh and fun finds at FitFlop”
Sun.Star Davao, March 26, 2011
When it comes to your footwear of choice, do you prioritize comfort or style?
I know of fashionista friends who would sacrifice wearing killer heels or ill-fitting shoes just because they go absolutely well with their posh outfits. Never mind the blisters and bunions!
I, on the other hand, wear my everyday shoes primarily because of comfort and functionality. Ballet flats and sandals are my top picks when doing errands or ‘chillaxin’ with friends and family.
Now, you don’t have to choose between comfort and style because FitFlop, the world’s award-winning functional footwear brand, superbly combined both key elements as it recently unveiled its Spring/Summer 2011 Collection at Chimes Specialty Store in Davao.
Fresh and fun finds at FitFlop
Melody Nubla, FitFlop’s pretty and charming brand manager, excitedly shares that, aside from the “richer, playful combination of yummy pastels, neutral hues and eye-catching details, there are styles with floral and wood-inspired patterns” that are included in the SS 2011 collection.
This early, Melody predicts that the “blossoming elegance of Floretta will be a definite hit together with Electra Strata which features a glimmering combination of triple-tonal stacks of shimmering sequins and the all-leather FF Supertone sneakers”.
At the launch, the season’s fashionable footwear must-haves were creatively displayed amidst lush foliage that made me say to myself, “Everything’s coming up FitFlops!” Taking the spotlight were refreshing variations of FitFlop’s classic Walkstar I; the comfort junkies’ ultimate choice, Oasis II; Walkstar III; the resin-embellished Pietra; the match-all versatile sandal Positano; toe-thong Hooper; and the crystal-embedded Rokkit.
Workout while you walk

The SS 2011 Collection boasts of the same groundbreaking Microwobbleboard midsole technology that gives wearers effective and effortless workout while they walk. The innovative process “helps increase leg and bottom muscle activity (up to 30%) making you feel less ache in your hips and knees; absorbs more shock than a normal shoe (up to 22%); realigns ground force reaction closer to your joints; and reduces foot pressure”.

In addition, this technology provides wearers physical benefits that include “improved body posture and relief from various bodily strains such as plantar fasciitis, heel spurs, chronic back pain, sciatica, osteoarthritis, RLS (restless leg syndrome), scoliosis and degenerative disc disease”.

To demonstrate the advantages of FitFlop’s Microwobbleboard technology, Melody and her Manila-based team conducted an In-Shoe Pressure Mapping Analysis at the store. They put electronic insoles in my shoes and asked me to walk around Chimes in my ballet flats. After a few minutes, they attached the contraption to the computer for analysis and showed the results to me.

The second time around, I was asked to wear and walk using the FitFlop Supertone sneakers—it was extremely comfortable! I was pretty impressed with the results to say the least. Compared to wearing my ballet flats, the FitFlop sneakers reduced the pressure-loading rate of my feet to 25%, pressure in the toes was reduced by an average of 30% while pressure in the heel, by 15%. Amazing!

FitFlop for kids
During the 2011 collection launch, FitFlop likewise showcased, for the first time in the city, its adorable and practical footwear for kids in candy colors your little ones will surely love!
Melody explains that the FitFlop junior footwear “protects kids’ feet without limiting movement, and let their growing feet stretch and flex, with more foot-to-midsole contact than stiff and structured-soled shoes”.
She adds that the “triple density Microwobbleboard midsole acts like soft ground or sand underfoot. Generously cut, the multi-density FitFlop footbed allows movement and flexibility underfoot with an unstructured space in which growing feet can flourish”.
Furthermore, “the Footfloat effect promotes greater foot-to-midsole contact as the position of sandal straps on the instep keeps tiny toes relaxed and reduces toe clawing”.
With the introduction of the FitFlop kiddie line in Davao, the whole family can now definitely step up in style and comfort with FitFlop!
E-mail the author at mom.about.town.dvo@gmail.com. Visit www.momabouttowndavao.blogspot.com.

Saturday, March 12, 2011

Sanrio wishes and Hello Kitty dreams




















“Sanrio wishes & Hello Kitty dreams”
Sun.Star Davao, March 12, 2011

Every year, Chelsea Denise Uy’s closest family and friends cannot wait for her birthday to arrive.

After all, at only age 8, she has already earned the reputation of throwing the most fabulous and creative parties this side of town with themes like High School Musical and Parisian Par-tea. Last year, she and her dearest chums even staged an elaborate fashion show to celebrate the well-loved little fashionista’s 7th birthday.

This year’s impressive birthday affair was no exception. During a recent trip to Japan, Chelsea together with her loving parents, Dennis and Cherylyn, visited the famous Sanrio Puroland—the mecca of Sanrio aficionados. Chelsea had so much fun at the theme park that when they started planning for her 8th birthday, she immediately suggested, “Why not have a Sanrio theme?”.Mommy Cherylyn was only too happy to oblige to Chelsea’s request for she herself was a die-hard Sanrio fan when she was her only daughter’s age.

As guests entered the grand ballroom of Marco Polo Hotel, they were amazed and awed at the sight of a cornucopia of popular Sanrio characters like Hello Kitty, Little Twin Stars, My Melody, Kerropi, Sweet Coron, Pekkle, Cinnamoroll, Purin and a whole lot more!

No Sanrio stone was left unturned as Mommy Cherylyn with the expert assistance of master party coordinator and decorator Noel Tanza and other suppliers incorporated the endearing Sanrio characters on the delightful backdrop, balloons, table centerpieces, ceiling work, cakes, pastries, souvenirs as well as the kiddie salon, glitter tattoo, ISticker and photo booths.

Party Perks’ Manila host Sugus brought thrill and excitement to the party as he facilitated games for the active kids. On the other hand, the prizes’ station overflowed with a myriad of Sanrio products such as stuffed toys, mugs, coloring/writing sets, thermos jugs, bowls, hair accessories, wallets, containers, towels, slippers and other memorabilia. For the avid Sanrio collector, the prizes’ station was the ultimate Sanrio showcase.

In addition, adorable life-sized Hello Kitty, My Melody and Cinnamoroll mascots were especially flown in from Manila to grace Chelsea’s spectacular Sanrio affair.

One of the highlights during the celebration was the well-applauded mini concert staged by Chelsea and her friends. Donning her elegant baby pink gown created by young and talented Manila-based designer Debbie Co, the all-girl group performed their favorite songs by Taylor Swift and Katy Perry while being accompanied by the Bird’s Eye Band.

That magical night, Chelsea was the perfect picture of joy and contentment as her supportive parents fulfilled her “Sanrio wishes and Hello Kitty dreams”!

E-mail the author at mom.about.town.dvo@gmail.com. Visit www.momabouttowndavao.blogspot.com.