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Welcome To My Life
You don’t know what it’s like
To be like me
…To be kicked when you’re down
To feel like you’ve been pushed around
To be on the edge of breaking down
And no one’s there to save you
No, you don’t know what it’s like
Welcome to my life
…To be kicked when you’re down
To feel like you’ve been pushed around
To be on the edge of breaking down
And no one’s there to save you
No, you don’t know what it’s like
Welcome to my life
Top, shorts and blouse: Zara | Shoes: Gifts Ahoy | Bag: Chanel
Second day of the Superb by SuperSale Bazaar (I know, I know my posting has taken a quite a major back log, but you know where I’m coming from and I just wanted to take a short break from all the commotion going on). Anyway again, I am in Zara all the way. I love the brand’s fall collection and given I rarely wear blue, this was a good break from the usual feminine and girly colors I subscribe to (oh, that or black). Subconsciously, the outfit was inspired by one of my closest friend’s style, Kato. I think I’ve been spending too much time with her, her personal style is rubbing off on me… not that I am complaining, as she is quite the stylista, and she’s a blast and a walking holiday all in one.
The thing about having ties with people outside a specific industry is that it balances you and you realize there is a bigger world out there, not limited to the confines of cyberspace and social networking. I value my relationships with these people as they keep me grounded, and they teach me not to dwell too much on petty things, they allow me to have a life and be something else aside from being a “fashion blogger”. They allow me to be me, in the fullest sense possible, and I happily take on different roles in my life- brandowner, designer, friend, sister, board director, philanthropist… the sky is the limit! I reckon I spend too much time with them (ie. Kato and Domz) that we started looking a lot like each other already. Suffice to say, we all have our unique funky styles, but I must digress and say they are major style influences for me, and I do end up channeling their style (against my will) on numerous occasions. Check out our photo below…
What to say about these two except that I absolutely love them?
Coco Chanel once said, ” The most courageous act is still to think for yourself. Aloud.” So allow me to think aloud…
Here’s a little bit of wisdom that has been getting me through the humdrum of daily life. I’ve been either enraged or melodramatic lately that these two themes have been quite observable to anyone I know and who follows me. I know, I know… my reactions have all been defense mechanisms but guess what, when you find out who has been saying so much crap about you and who has been terrorizing majority of your thoughts for weeks, you either become victim or vigilante. I’ve been bouncing back and forth either roles, and though it may seem petty to those who do not understand and to those who are quick to judge, allow me to elucidate:
(1) Put yourself in my shoes, and imagine how you would feel to know some people wished you dead… before a major surgery
(2) Think of how you would react if aside from being made into a mockery, your family is dragged into the picture and victimized as well.
Most people will never get it, because this rarely happens to a lot of people, but the thing about being bullied is not a joke. People should not take these things lightly. And no, it is not a laughing matter. Its not drama or exaggeration, it’s a serious and grave matter and only people who have gone through something similar would know the strength it takes to simply pull through these events. To those who, despite everything, find this a laughing matter or actually go to the offensive (by making cheap blows regarding novel writing, cursing, condemning cosmetic use and further attacks via twitter…yes, I’m talking to you, kid, I think it’s time to evaluate yourself and check yourself, cause you are wrecking yourself.) Life is a chain of choices. Making the correct one is never easy. Each of us deserves the freedom to pursue our own version of happiness. No one deserves to be bullied.
Here’s something I’d like to share to everyone, in search for empowerment:
When people hurt you over and over, think of them like sand paper. They
may scratch and hurt you a bit, but in the end, you end up polished and
they end up useless. Some people won’t be happy until they’ve pushed you to the ground. What
you have to do is have the courage to stand your ground and not give
them the time of day. Hold on to your power and never give it away. Often the right path is the one that may be hardest for you to follow.
But the hard path is also the one that will make you grow as a human
being. Things will get easier, people’s minds will change, and you should be alive to see it.
may scratch and hurt you a bit, but in the end, you end up polished and
they end up useless. Some people won’t be happy until they’ve pushed you to the ground. What
you have to do is have the courage to stand your ground and not give
them the time of day. Hold on to your power and never give it away. Often the right path is the one that may be hardest for you to follow.
But the hard path is also the one that will make you grow as a human
being. Things will get easier, people’s minds will change, and you should be alive to see it.
Photos from the day:
xx, JL
Wide Awake
I’m wide awake
Yeah, I was in the dark
I was falling hard
With an open heart
I’m wide awake
How did I read the stars so wrong?
I’m wide awake
And now it’s clear to me
That everything you see
Ain’t always what it seems
I’m wide awake
Yeah, I was dreaming for so long
Yeah, I was in the dark
I was falling hard
With an open heart
I’m wide awake
How did I read the stars so wrong?
I’m wide awake
And now it’s clear to me
That everything you see
Ain’t always what it seems
I’m wide awake
Yeah, I was dreaming for so long
Top: Be Like A Star | Shorts: Zara | Heels: Glaze | Bag: Chanel
This was what I wore for the First Day of The Superb by SuperSale Bazaar over at the World Trade Center which was quite a successful albeit very tiring but utterly worth it weekend. I have had this very cute top in my stack pile of clothes since forever and I love how it goes beyond being just peplum and instead went on full force as it has a full peplum with eyelet lace effect at the bottom area, which makes it such a sweet, dainty and it has a certain doll-effect to it. Since the top was quite busy (with its already full floral watercolor print and the eyelet details to make the top fluffier), I decided to take it simple and wear it instead with plain high waisted shorts from Zara which were comfortable and very very easy to wear (I had to constantly remind myself not to sit just anywhere though as I have that bad habit of doing that.) Bazaar days are always always fun for me especially since I get to hangout with friends (the organizers of the bazaar) and help out in any way I can. It was a busy first day and I am thankful to everyone who came.
Someday I’ll be big enough so you can’t hit me…And all you’re ever gonna be is mean….Why you gotta be so mean?
Aside from being a fun-filled and fulfilling weekend, it was also nice to take a break and totally have no time to stop and think about the negative things happening or being done to me and to the people I consider near and dear to me courtesy of this ridiculous chilidish Burn Book site which I must say, is a new kind of LOW, even for haters. I had absolutely zero internet access which was I must say, quite refreshing because I had zero news, updates or access to all the online hate happening. It’s good to leave the cyber world, I reckon, and devote all your time and effort in the real world. I have quite a lot of friends outside that so-called cyber sphere, and treasure these relationships.. I had a blast with most of them this weekend. It’s nice to compartmentalize really and more so, maintain, protect and not take for granted the non-cyber-based relationships in your life. That’s why I will never be consumed by this made up world filled of burning, name calling and backstabbing with bitter resentment and jealousy of who said what, who someone really is and what not.
You, with your voice like nails on a chalkboard…Calling me out when I’m wounded…You picking on the weaker man
When it comes down to it: Real world problems and situations> Cyber world problems and situations any time. I guess some people forget that and fail to separate the day to day knitty gritty reality and make it their mission, their mark, their goal in life to leave scars and break people (or at least try to), because as far as I am concerned, whatever has happened did not break me. In fact, it made me stronger and more assertive on my rights and on what I stand for. I guess I also had to learn the hard way that no matter how much you want to be just “yourself”, people (especially some people you used to know) will always find reason to hate you for it, and that really, the best thing you can do is not give them the satisfaction of breaking you down -something that they so desperately need. I never took offense in people and just let them be, because really, I don’t think anyone’s personality is so hateful that one has to result to troll accounts to call them out for who they are. Live and let live, as I always say. So when it was me on the chopping block, I just laughed and disregarded it. I didn’t really care. So I stayed quiet, kept calm and carried on despite the fully loaded daggers sent my way. I had so much to do anyway and so many real life issues to deal with. People might find me condescending and having a “holier than thou” perception on the industry…Call it a coping mechanism but sometimes, that’s what you have to do to make it through the trolling, bullying, fakeness and hate.
I never cared to explain myself to anyone else or even defend myself because at the end of the day, the people who matter, know the truth and those who will take all those lies and believe in them as “truths” are really, not worth my time or effort. Seeing to it that the bashing did not stop there, and involved my family, however, I stopped taking the high road and decided to fight back. What I always say is when something is being said about me, I usually put it aside and laugh off the ridicule and accusations. But when it comes to saying things about my loved ones, expect for me to declare war.
You, with your switching sides, And your wildfire lies and your humiliation…You have pointed out my flaws again…As if I don’t already see them
Some people don’t need to stoop so low, really. I will not divulge any more information as I find it is time to just let the truth and the legalities of it all, speak for itself. As for me, I will never hide under anonymous to make my point. I will put my name in everything I will say…because knowing the responsibility it takes to be accountable not only yourself for your actions, but also accountable to the people who look up to you and read on about what you have to say…is at the end of the day, what integrity is all about.
Hope that made sense! Have a fun-filled and relaxing weekend, everyone!
xx, JL
SuperSale Bazaar at The World Trade Center (March 2-4 2012)
Gear up for summer cuz it’s just around the corner!
See you at the
SuperSale Bazaar
Friday, March 2, 2012 at 10:00am until Sunday, March 4, 2012 at 9:00pm
at The World Trade Center
at The World Trade Center
Get 1 free eco-friendly bag, and the chance to win from the raffle draw every hour!!:)
We’ll be giving away 360 fitness GCs, Ensembles GCs, Freeway GCs, Burgoo GCs, PicturePerfect Booth GCs, Queen Street bags and a WHOLE LOT MORE!!!:D
*you will not be eligible to win the major prizes if your headshot is not the SuperSale flier
(we will check your fb profile when claiming your prize)
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Everything will be discounted from electronics, toys and clothes to high end designer items and fine jewelry.
There’s something to fit EVERY BUDGET!!
with over 300 brands to choose from you’re sure to find the great deals you’re looking for
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Present the flier at the entrance and get 20% off entrance fee!!!
(if you dont know where to get your hands on a flier feel free to print it out at home)
Get in for free by:
1) Present a Xend waybill from Feb1-March 2
2) Present your 360 Fitness membership card
3) Follow us on twitter! if we reach 1000 followers www.dealdozen.com will give away 1000 tickets!:)
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There will be Sunday mass at 3pm so you won’t have to miss mass when you go shopping!
shop for a cause as proceeds of ticket sales go to World Vision
For the benefit of:
World Vision
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To receive updates on when to apply or when we have promos please ‘like’ the SuperSale Bazaar FB page or follow us on twitter
Jaws Dropping All Over The World: Gwyneth Paltrow x Bazaar March 2012
