Yesterday the bestEST thing in the world happened to me while I was at a shoot- a couple of girls walked up to me asking if I was issaplease.

Thaaaaat’s meeeeee!

Turns out they were readers of issaplease and they had recognized me because of my blue hair.

To be recognized was never something I had wished for when I started blogging but it feels pretty damn amazing that that actually happened. I’m still pinching myself, wondering if someone paid them to pull my leg and over the moon in ecstasy. It actually happened!

 

Everything is/ was worth it, after all. i cry.

A WOMAN SHOULD HAVE ….
Enough money within her control to move out…
And rent a place of her own
even if she never wants to
or needs to…
Something perfect to wear if the employer
or date of her dreams wants to See Her in an hour…

A WOMAN SHOULD HAVE …
A youth she’s content to leave behind….
A past juicy enough that she’s looking forward to
retelling it in her Old Age….

A WOMAN SHOULD HAVE .
A set of screwdrivers,
a cordless drill, and a black lace bra
One friend who always makes her laugh
And one Who lets her cry

A WOMAN SHOULD HAVE ….
A good piece of furniture not previously owned
by anyone else in her Family…
Eight matching plates,
wine glasses with stems,
And a recipe for a meal that will make
her guests feel Honored…
A feeling of control over her destiny

EVERY WOMAN SHOULD KNOW…
How to fall in love without losing herself..
HOW TO QUIT A JOB,
BREAK UP WITH A LOVER,
AND CONFRONT A FRIEND WITHOUT
RUINING THE FRIENDSHIP…
When to try harder…
And WHEN TO WALK AWAY

EVERY WOMAN SHOULD KNOW…
That she can’t change the length of her calves,
The width of her hips,
or the nature of her parents..
That her childhood may not have been perfect…
But it’s over…

EVERY WOMAN SHOULD KNOW…
What she would and wouldn’t do for love or more…
How to live alone…
Even if she doesn’t like it…

EVERY WOMAN SHOULD KNOW…
Whom she can trust,
Whom she can’t,
And why she shouldn’t take it personally…

EVERY WOMAN SHOULD KNOW…
Where to go
Be it to her best friend’s kitchen table…
Or a charming inn in the woods…
When her soul needs soothing

EVERY WOMAN SHOULD KNOW…
What she can and can’t accomplish in a day…
A month…
And a year…

Written by Pamela Redmond Satran

3 Things I Learned About Ramen @ Barikata Ramen Bar, It Park

I’ve always been quite honest with my readers on this blog which is why I shamelessly admit that I am not a fan of Ramen. It’s pretty lame considering half the population of the world absolutely LOVES it but to be honest, I think it’s just meh.

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I partly think that my lack of appreciation comes from the fact that 1. I don’t like soup/ broth and 2. I don’t know anything about Ramen. The second reason may not deem true to most of you but I find food more interesting when I know a little bit more about it, it’s history and it’s “claim to fame”.

A couple of months ago (you can tell by the color of my hair…), I was invited to attend a short class about ramen at the Barikata Ramen Bar and as hesitant as I was, I went anyways. I’m glad that I did though, despite my complete ignorance on the topic because I got to learn so much (which I will discuss below) and I got to eat a lot of noodles. lol. And although I might not be crazy Ramen ’til this day, I definitely have a new respect for it. 

So here are 3 things I learned about ramen: 

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  1. The name Ramen is of Chinese decent but these noodles were actually invented in Japan.

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2. There are 4  types of broth: Shio (salt), Tonkotsu (pork bone), Shoyu (soy sauce) & Miso (miso and fish broth)

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//embedr.flickr.com/assets/client-code.js3. Tonkotsu broth, which is what is served at Barikata, comes from boiling pork bones, fat and collagen over high heat for many hours. This process suffuses the broth with a hearty pork flavor and a creamy consistency.

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SHIRO (original tonkotsu ramen) – P 335.00

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KURO (black roasted ground garlic and sesame oil) – P 355.00

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AKA (hot and spicy ground pork and chili oil) – P 355.00

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Barikata Ramen Bar is located at the Calyx Building of IT Park, Cebu City with operating hours everyday from 11:30AM–1:30PM & 5:30–10:30PM.

For inquiries & reservations call (032) 268 9582

Mata ne,

Issa P.

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I’m going to start investing on poetry-

Lang Leav, Tyler Knott Gregson, Christopher Poindexter and Leav’s horny boyfriend whom I can never remember

And one day, I will have my own book about all my heartbreaks, happiness and in betweens. 

But I never have in betweens. Lol. Or do i?

The Captions That Didn’t Make It On Issaplease

Did a shoot for an arcade, it was obviously fun despite the fact that I might be a little too old to be hanging out at an arcade to begin with. Figured I would have some fun with my awkward and candid photos…

Why? Because I make fun of myself waaaay too much, the world might as well hear it.

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Kinsa maning mga KPop-a oi? Wa man ko’y nailhan ani. Pwede “asereje” nalang?

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Smile2 kuno pero kamatyunon na diay toh. Ang pamaol ugma, dzai. Atimana.

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hahahahhahahaha akong mattress

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That’s it, I give up. I’m too old for this shit.

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I don’t actually know you but I’m going to cheer for you as if I really cared. GOOOO….. Kevin?

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I’m pretty sure I’m the only one with a license here… Also, where are the seat belts on this thing? SAFETY FIRST! (while sanitizing stirring wheel) #titaproblems

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Hahahahaha panguli namo kay klase pa mo ugma.

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Nganu grabeh man kaayo ka maka ikid2x, dai? Di na siya sakto ha! MAMATAY KO SA IMONG TWERK2X, DAI!!

p.s. I swear I didn’t do anything to her in this picture!

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Leeerd, tabang. Sakit na kaayo akong bat.ang!!

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Kung mu pili gani ka kanang practical ha? Don’t choose something that you won’t use over and over again. If it helps you learn, the better. What good is it if it’s fun but it doesn’t teach you anything? (while wiping spit on baby brother’s side bang para mu pilit)

I will be giving away a bunch of prepaid cards on http://www.issaplease.com. If you came here to be informed, you’re at the wrong blog- I purely entertain on this one.

bye!

We’ve Got More #ReasonToSmile with Beauty n Butter @ Ayala Center Cebu

What makes a good nail lounge?

Is it the ambiance, a good selection of reasonably priced services, a selection of products you can take home with you, clean utilities and well trained handlers? To me, it’s all these things that I have always sought after from Beauty & Butter.

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Beauty and Butter has actually been in Cebu for a quite a while with their pioneering branch located at SM City Cebu. Their brightly plastered yellow walls are impossible to miss and even if you haven’t been in it, I’m sure you know what I’m talking about!

On the other hand, their second branch which is located at the Terraces of Ayala Center Cebu, is a lot more subdued and sophisticated- perfect for the tita in all of us. With neutral interiors and fixtures, it’s easy to unwind and enjoy some well deserved “me time” that we all need and enjoy. Their cocoon inspired couches, which is my favorite feature, allowed me to sink into it and doze off to the sounds of light chatter and faint music and wake up with posh hands and feet!

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Sterilized packs to ensure 100% cleanliness and safety. A million yes-es!

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My favorite buttercup, Nina

 

With new ventures comes new surprises and this surprised comes with fresh pages, a nice leather jacket and freebies galore!

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For more inquiries about their products & services, check out Beauty & Butter’s Nail Lounge at the Terraces of Ayala Center Cebu (near the chapel & Flawless).

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Remember, You’re Never Fully Dressed Without A Smile,

Issa P.

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Beauty MNL

Finally, there’s a beauty destination for us busy girls who love make up but don’t necessarily have the time to go out and shop! If you’re looking for make up that you want delivered straight to your doorstep with a comprehensive online site that allows you to scroll and shop with ease, BeautyMNL is your best friend. They not only offer various make up and make up brands, but they also cater carry skin, hair and nail care products plus other accessories like make up bags/ boxes, technology and even jewelry.

It’s extremely easy to get lots in tabs when scrolling through BeautyMNL as they offer a bunch of great brands that cannot be easily found in retail stores. I found my immersed in their products, having extreme difficulty having to narrow down my make up choices. But luckily, I was able to make up my mind and it’s safe to say, I am extremely satisfied with my purchases.

Check them out:

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Oval Brush for Foundation – I’m an oval brush newbie and I really am enjoying it so far. It allows me to apply make up with ease and it’s also extremely fun to rub on my face.

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Taiwan Handmade Eyelash Box Set (#218) – Make up artists have been raving about these lashes and I’ve tried using them on a couple occasions for photo shoots and appearances. I figured it was about time for me to invest in my own set of lashes since I tend to do my own make up anyways. Definitely a bargain buy!

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City Chic Lip Liner in Tawny – This is actually my first lip liner ever mostly because I don’t normally use lipstick, gloss and what more liner but since I got it, I’ve been using it nonstop. The coverage it great, it’s not too drying on my lips and I absolutely love the color plus, this product is extremely affordable!

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Super Shape Ultra HD Eyebrow Pencil – Currently mixing this product with a few other eyebrow favorites and it definitely helps me outline and fill in sparse patches on my brows. I would recommend this product to beginners and those who are always in a rush!

Great news, ladies! If you like taking selfies, make sure to join the #selfieMNL contest! Get a chance to win a Printster polaroid of your pretty face and a PHP200 BeautyMNL GC when you join.

Click here for the complete details.

Stay Gorgeous,

Issa P.

9

In 9 days, I will be a year older- I can only wish to say wiser & stronger but I think the right terms would be skeptical & guarded. Nothing wrong with that, I need to protect myself first above all now. This needs some getting used to.

When the 9th day comes, I wish to be sitting somewhere quietly & peacefully- like how I’ve always enjoyed celebrating my birthdays. I just want to listen to silence and maybe look at something beautiful.

 

Candles, surprises, gifts, lots of hugs and kisses, horror movies, pretty & peaceful things – yes

Cakes, cheap alcohol, tight and crowded spaces, people that I want to punch in the face – no