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12.01.2021

Bespoke Custom Suits in Vancouver Clothing Store.

The contemporary gentleman needs to fulfill a lot of roles all at once. He needs to be elegant and tough at the same time. He needs to be rugged when it's time for business, but he also needs to show his smart side in the office.

When you think of a man with class, the first thought that comes to mind is someone in a custom- tailored suit. You can't be wearing a suit that you got in the store that has sleeves that are longer than your arms. That's unprofessional and sloppy. Click here to read more.

For the gentleman of the 21st century, not any outfit out of the store will suffice. One of the best inventions of the last few decades was the bespoke suit. Sure, everyone can go in a store and get something off the rack, but only a true gentleman can genuinely go to the tailor, get the measurements, enjoy the process, and look his best for a specific occasion. Here are some of the benefits that you will instantly feel as soon as you put one on.

Hyun Bin and Son Ye Jin in Crash Landing on You (2019).

Improved quality
Wearing a shirt, a blazer, and a pair of pants on a daily basis is something that's required in almost every workplace. If you're the type of person who wears this kind of outfit on any given day at work, or even when you're going out, you're going to notice how fast a cheap suit can begin to show signs of degradation and aging.

You can't let your appearance suffer if you want to be noticed. Having tarnished elbows and knees are the first signs of fading. You can go to https://senatorbespoke.com/ to read more. Here's a way to think about clothes and footwear that you might not have known. Whenever you buy something, divide it by the number of uses you can get out of it. Here's an example.

There are two pairs of shoes that you can buy. One pair costs 50 bucks, and the other pair costs 200 dollars. The latter is a high-end brand that focuses on quality. The first pair, you can buy in any old store. Someone who has spent their whole life on being frugal will always go for the first pair, but there's a catch.

The pair that costs 200 dollars can be worn for five years without showing any sign of wear and tear. The cheaper pair will break down in less than six months. If this is a pair of shoes that you put on every day, then the second option will always be better than the first one since you won't have to replace it all the time, and it's much more cost-effective in the end.

Being properly dressed is a sign of great manners. When you're celebrating an occasion, a custom-made suit is something that will set your best foot forward. Plus, one of the best parts of the process is the relationship you create with your tailor, who will pay a lot more attention to detail.

Super Junior looking dashing in suits.

Improved fit
There are no two people that are the same. This is true about identical twins too. They might look the same, but their body types might differ, and one may be taller or weigh more than the other. There are a lot of individuals that think that something they order online will fit them perfectly.

The truth is completely the opposite. A tailor measures your body accurately. Getting a piece of clothing that fits like a glove is something that will change your perception of yourself. Most of the time, it's not about what you're wearing, but how you're wearing it.

Wearing the most expensive shirt of all time will not matter if you don't feel confident in your own skin. The first time you look at yourself in the mirror in something that was built specifically for you will make you feel like a king. There will be no baggy shoulders, and the pants will strike your shoe at the perfect length. Combine that look with an elegant vehicle, and you'll be the definition of class.

The best use of your time and money
Every woman has the wedding dress of her dreams. They've been thinking about it ever since they were little. That thought doesn't come into the mind of a man until he matures. When you finally find out who you really are, then the average suit will not be of interest to you. Visit this link for more info.

A true modern gentleman - Choi Siwon.

There's often a lot on the plate of the modern gentleman. However, visiting a tailor doesn't take up too much of it. Getting all of your measurements will take less than half an hour, and they'll be set in stone for a couple of months.

That's much less than going to the store and trying out different outfits. The length of your arms and legs isn't going to change in the near future. Plus, having something of high quality will save you a lot of time over the years. You won't have to go to the dry cleaners that often, and there won't be a need to sew tears and rips that happen all the time with something of lower quality.

High sense of individuality
When you go to an outlet or the department store, everything looks generic, like it's an imitation of a popular brand. When you are the one who chooses the cuffs, vents, and buttons, you will feel like you're at the peak of men's fashion.


7.29.2020

No Fault Divorce.

If you are in need of a Tampa Divorce Lawyer, then your marriage is coming to an end. There is a false perception that all divorces are messy. This simply is not the case. The reality is that many divorces proceed smoothly with the help of an attorney. Even if you think that your divorce process is going to end amicably, you still need to rely on an attorney. One of the most straightforward types of divorces is called a no fault divorce. If you are proceeding with this type of dissolution, you need to keep a few points in mind.

Go Hye Sun and Ahn Jae Hyun - one of the most controversial divorces in Hallyu.

What Is a No Fault Divorce?
All states allow a no fault divorce. This is a divorce that takes place where one spouse is asking for a divorce; however, he or she is not claiming that his or her spouse did something wrong. This is different from a fault divorce, where one spouse is trying to claim that the other spouse committed wrongdoing in some way. If you have simply fallen out of love or if you think that you and your spouse cannot get along anymore, then you might be interested in filing for a no fault divorce.

How Can You Get a No Fault Divorce?
If you would like to file for a no fault divorce, you still have to request this type of proceeding from the court. In this case, you need to indicate why you want to get a divorce. In most areas, this could be as simple as claiming that you and your spouse cannot get along anymore. This might include irreconcilable differences or incompatibility among the parties involved. In some cases, in order to get a no fault divorce, you have to live apart from your spouse for a certain period of months or years before the process is finished.

Rely on the Help of a Trained Lawyer
Even if you are interested in pursuing a no fault divorce, you still need to rely on the help of a trained legal adviser. The process might seem straightforward; however, there are still a lot of issues that have to be worked out. This could include the division of property, child custody, and a mountain of paperwork. This is where a lawyer can help you. If you are pursuing a no fault divorce, make sure that your rights are protected by a trained divorce attorney. Finding a lawyer who specialize in this field would be most beneficial, so you may want to check out Freed Marcroft divorce, who pride themselves in representing clients for divorce and family law.

3.07.2020

Foodie Goodie | Sarang Mart Korean Grocery.

If there's one thing I truly, madly, deeply, miss about Korea (aside from my husband, the temperate climate, and the super fast internet speed), it's the food. I usually order Korean food stuff online, but today, in this hot and humid weather, I suddenly craved for Korean ice cream. Of course, I can't order that online. Good thing there's a newly-opened Korean grocery smack dab in the middle of the city, located five minutes away from where we live.
Annyeong, Sarang! :)
Sarang Mart Korean Grocery recently opened their second branch in San Pablo City, right across the Human Heart Nature Concept Store in Barleta Street. Their first branch has been operational since 2016, but not many people know of this gem since it's located in the outskirts of San Pablo City.
This new branch is a lot more accessible, and if you'll be visiting for the first time, the location is very easy to find as it's near the San Pablo City Cathedral.

 If you're a fan of Korean snacks, love stocking up on Korean condiments, or simply in the mood for some Korean ice cream, Sarang Mart is the place to be. They pretty much have everything in stock - ramyeon of all brands and varieties, ice cream of all kinds, dipping sauces in different sizes, and Pepero and Binggrae Milk in different flavors.
Jin Ramen on sale. 
Samyang and Chapaguri, as seen on the Oscar winning movie, Parasite.
Yue's all-time favorite Nongshim ramyeon.
Gochujang, Doenjang, Ssamjang.
Cledor goodies.
My all-time favorite Bungeoppang ice cream.
Classic Melona.
Pepero flavors (OMG the Nude Cream Cheese is the bomb)!
They also have frozen food products like eomuk (fish cake) and mandu (dumplings), and fermented food products like kimchi and danmuji (pickled radish). They even have enoki mushrooms, which are quite difficult to come by in supermarkets here in San Pablo, as well as king oyster mushrooms.
Eomuk - perfect for cold, blustery days.
Photo credit; Sarang Mart Facebook page.
Photo credit: Sarang Mart Facebook page.
In the mood for samgyup? Sarang Mart has authentic Pork Samgyupsal and Beef Bulgogi which you can grill in the comforts of your home. If you don't have your own grill pan yet, Sarang Mart has you covered as well! They have grill pans for sale, as well as the ramyeon cooking pots (you know, the gold tin ones) that you see in Kdramas.
Beef Bulgogi and Pork Samgyupsal.
I hope they'll have Oreo O's in stock next time I visit. Yue has been asking for his favorite cereal for God knows how long, but I don't have the time to go all the way to S&R just for that. Also, this COVID-19 scare is deterring me from traveling outside the city and making me want to stay home most of the time.

On that note, I wish you're all safe and sickness-free wherever you are. Stay healthy, and always keep your hands clean! :)

Sarang Mart Korean Grocery
Barleta Street. cor. Gen. Malvar Street,
San Pablo City

8.13.2019

Seoul Searching | Royal Tombs of Joseon Dynasty (Seolleung and Jeongneung).

Like most travelers, one of my travel goals is to visit as many UNESCO World Heritage sites as possible. I've been to two locations here in the Philippines - the Baroque Churches and Vigan City, and two in South Korea - Changdeokgung Palace and Jongmyo Shrine.

On our last Seoul Searching trip, I was able to tick another one off my list after having visited the Royal Tombs of the Joseon Dynasty.
The Royal Tombs of the Joseon Dynasty
- another UNESCO World Heritage Site off the bucket list!
A collection of 40 tombs scattered over 18 locations across South Korea, the Royal Tombs are magnificent and perfectly preserved graves entombed with kings and queens, as well as monarchs that were posthumously granted the title of king or queen, of the Joseon Dynasty. These tombs were built over five centuries ago - from 1408 to 1966 - and were designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2009.

More of the Royal Tombs after the jump!

6.18.2019

6 Awesome Birthday Gift Ideas For Your Girlfriend.

Your girlfriend's birthday is coming up but still don't know what gift to give? Make her birthday memorable and exceptional with lots of love and one (or maybe all) of these gift ideas. Choose from this list of awesome birthday gift ideas for girlfriend and surprise her on her special day. These wonderful gifts will definitely make her special day even more special and truly unforgettable.
Kim Jae Wook and Park Min Young in Her Private Life (2019).
'What I Love About You' Diary
Fill this diary about all the things that you love about your girlfriend and surprise her with it. This is a lovable and a cute personalized gift that you can give for her birthday. It lets you express all the things that you love about her that made you fall in love. It also has some interesting fill-in-the-blanks questions about your relationship, and you can answer them in such a way that will allow you to express your thoughts and emotions and make your girlfriend feel truly loved.

What I Love About You (By Me).
Pillow with Love Message
Another beautiful birthday gift for your girlfriend is this pillow with a love message. Unique and personalized, this pillow allows you to express your love for girlfriend with words of your own. She can sleep thinking about you, or use it as a decoration and be reminded of your love. This is a sweet gift to make your girlfriend think about you when you are not around.
Pillow with Love Message.
Couples Card Game
An interesting birthday gift for your girlfriend is this Couples Card Game. This game has fun and exciting activities, and ice-breaker, conversation-starter questions. It can help you get intimate with your girlfriend and bring you closer to each other. With the element of fun, this card game also gives you an opportunity to learn a lot about each other, your likes, dislikes, choices, and everything else.
Couples Card Game.
Wooden Picture Frame with Love Message.
Express your feelings with words! This wooden picture frame has a space not just for a photo, but also for a sweet love message. This contemporary picture frame features a heart-shaped pattern made with cotton, a space on the side for your photo with your girlfriend, and another space in the middle for your sweet birthday message. This frame can be hung on the wall or placed on a table - a great gift that looks good as a room decor for your office or home, and a nice reminder of your love for your girlfriend.
Wooden Picture with Love Message.
Playful Checkbook for the Bedroom.
If playful gifts are your thing, here's something that you and your sweetheart will love - a checkbook that you can fill with sweet, fun, and naughty things. This gift will enhance the romance and closeness between you two, and will make your lives together even more interesting with the witty advices and playful activities. Some are simple, some are complex, but in all of it, there is fun. Your girlfriend will love this gift on her birthday. This is a creative gift that channelizes your emotions and gets you even closer to her.
Playful Checkbook.
Spa Basket with Lavender Bath Items.
Finally, we have this spa basket filled with lavender bath items. This set has a bath comb, bubble bath, body scrub, bath salt and more. Surprise your girlfriend with this gift basket, and let her indulge and pamper herself with these bath and body products. Each item in this spa basket has the aroma of lavender, which can soothe her body, set the mood, and keep your girl in a happy state of mind.
Your girlfriend will definitely love this very thoughtful gift basket.
Spa Basket with Lavender Bath Items.
Hope this list has given you an idea for your girlfriend's birthday!
These are some impressive and unique gift ideas, guaranteed to make the recipient (aka your girlfriend) truly happy. For more wonderful gift ideas and party ideas, visit Birthdayinspire.com.


5.28.2019

K-Street Festival | For the Love of All Things Korean!

Back when K-pop and K-dramas weren't as popular as they are today, I had to go to great lengths just to purchase an album of my favorite K-pop group and I had to scour the internet to watch properly-subbed episodes of K-dramas. These days, with the continuous rise and the growing dominance of Hallyu around the world, one can easily stream K-pop songs and currently airing Korean dramas through smartphone and smart TV apps. Fangirling has definitely become easier through the years!

But wait - it gets better.

For the first time ever, the Korean Cultural Center (KCC) of the Philippines will be hosting the K-Street Festival, a celebration of all things Korean - from the culture itself, to food, fashion, and beauty. The event will be held at Bonifacio High Street’s C1 Park from May 31 to June 1, and at the BGC Amphitheater from June 1 - June 2.

K-Street Festival!

As part of BGC’s Summer on the Street series, K-Street Festival promises awesome offerings such as performances from Pinoy K-pop Star winners, Korean street food & pop up shops, k-merchandise, all-day fun & games, and so much more. This one-of-a-kind festival promises to delight everyone with traditional and contemporary Korean activities that showcase the wonderful culture of this country.

Celebrating the depth and breadth of Korea’s rich culture, K-Street Festival will have seven zones at the C1 park, plus a whole lot more activities at the BGC Amphitheater that will make you feel like you’ve been transported to Korea. Get ready to check all these out for must-try experiences!

What's your fandom?
Music, merchandise and more
Crazy about BTS, Blackpink, or EXO? Then head over to the K-Pop zone, the first of seven zones at Bonifacio High Street’s C1 Park, where you can listen to your favorite K-pop artists and play exciting games to win different freebies. This zone, organized with the Philippine K-Pop Convention, Inc. (PKCI), will also offer an assortment of K-pop merchandise to kickstart (or complete!) your collection.

For fans who are unable to attend the festival in person, online stores and dedicated fan platforms have become popular alternatives for finding albums, photocards, apparel, and concert accessories. Many international fans now prefer to buy K Pop official merchandise at this site or through trusted online marketplaces that offer access to official releases, limited-edition collectibles, and exclusive fan items from their favorite groups.

Hansik - traditional Korean food.

Savor the flavors
Treat your taste buds over at the K-Food Zone, where you can enjoy authentic Korean food and eat to your heart's content. Whether it’s kimchi, bibimbap, kalbi-jim, or good ol' ramyeon, you’re sure to find mouthwatering delights that will get you burping in no time.

Plan your (next) trip
If you can’t wait to visit Seoul’s spectacular sights, head over to the K-Tour Zone, where you can check out the various tours and travel options available. Organized by the Korea Tourism Organization which has promoted diplomatic relations between the Philippines and South Korea over the past 70 years, this zone will give you a sneak peek of why Korea is visited by over 10 million tourists every year, and why my son and I keep coming back to Korea.

Wear a hanbok
There's also the K-Fashion and Beauty Zone, organized in partnership with Hanbok Palace. Here, you can try out some Korean traditional clothing and take selfies while you're at it. 

Gadgets galore
If you want some high-tech fun, head over to the K-Tech Zone, which promises to enthrall you with cutting-edge Korean innovations. Enjoy the ultimate VR experience with Samsung, allowing you to enjoy movies and video games on a whole new level. You can also get your hands on Coreon Mobile, an innovative mobile postpaid service from IT Corea that lets you enjoy 3 numbers in one SIM card.

Kukkiwon Taekwondo Demonstration Team in action.

Taekwondo like you've never seen before
Finally, at the the K-Sport Zone, you'll be able to witness a one-of-a-kind taekwondo demonstration  by the world-renowned Kukkiwon Taekwondo Demonstration Team. With their high-flying, gravity defying martial arts skills, you'll see taekwondo moves like you've never seen before.

Indulge in the K-mmunity K-POP Madness 
As an added treat, head over to the other side of the festivities at the Bonifacio High Street Amphitheater where BGC in partnership with Globe Prepaid, Globe at Home and Pulp have lined up huge surprises for fans of K-pop heavy weights TWICE and TVXQ! Attendees can get first dibs on concert tickets, win exciting freebies, and participate in themed booths and activities.

Save the date!

So for all you K-pop and K-drama fans and K-culture enthusiasts (like me), make sure you free up your weekend schedule for these exciting activities. For twice the fun, bring your family, friends, and fellow stans along! :)

For more details, you may check out Bonifacio High Street’s official Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/BoniHighStreet/


5.25.2019

4 Easy and Effective Workouts You Can Do Regularly at Home.

We all know how important getting regular exercise is. Even if you’re not particularly interested in bodybuilding or have no plans to join any kind of athletic competition anytime soon, working out is still a must.

Working out is essential for staving off illnesses, preventing injuries, and just generally enjoying a good quality of life. Don’t worry if there’s no gym located where you live or if you can’t afford a membership right now. You can stay at home and still get a good workout in.

Listed below are four of the best workouts you can consistently perform at home to keep your body in great shape. 
Jung Hae In in While You Were Sleeping (2017).
1. Standing Taps
Resistance bands are great to use during workouts because they are capable of targeting different kinds of muscles in your body. They can also make a specific exercise just a bit more challenging so that you get more benefits. For the purposes of toning your lower body, you can try out standing taps that involve the use of a resistance band.

You can perform the exercise by first wrapping the resistance band around your ankles. With the band in place, you can step to the side using one foot and fight against the tension. Repeat that for your other foot as well.

Alternatively, you can also step back with one of your feet and keep doing that over and over. Repeat that for the other side too.
Shin Min Ah in Oh My Venus (2015)
2. Push-Ups
Push-ups are included in just about every type of exercise routine because of two reasons.

First off, push-ups can be done anywhere. As long as you have a flat surface under you and enough room to stretch your body horizontally, you can get some push-ups in. On top of that, push-ups are also great for making you stronger and toning the muscles in your arms.

The key to successfully performing push-ups is to distribute your weight evenly across your upper body and your arms. Gradually lower your body to the ground so that your arms can support you properly. Raise your body slowly up too as that will prevent any of your muscles from getting strained.
So Ji Sub and Shin Min Ah in Oh My Venus (2015).
3. Planks
Planking is not just some fad that hit a while ago and should now be completely forgotten. It is actually a form of exercise that can work wonders on your body. To be more specific, planking can help tone your abdominal and back muscles.

You don’t have to start planking for huge chunks of time right away. Planking even for just 15-second intervals should help. Once you get used to it, you can go for longer planking sessions.
Lee Sung Kyung in Weightlifting Fairy (2016).
4. Jumping Jacks 
 Are you looking for a form of exercise that’s a bit more comprehensive? There are not a lot of exercises that can work for the whole body, but the iconic jumping jack is one of them.

Every time you perform a jumping jack, every part of your body is in motion. Jumping jacks are good for raising your heart rate as well as improving your agility. It’s also just fun to jump around every now and then, so go ahead and give jumping jacks a try.

The gym may be the preferred place for exercising, but there’s absolutely no reason why you can’t get a good workout at home. With the help of a resistance band and some open space in your home, you can stay in great shape without ever having to set foot inside a gym.

Author Bio:
Paige Jirsa- I work with Top10.Today, a shopping comparison site, where we strive to help consumers find the best quality and priced products.


5.23.2019

Basics of Corresponding Angles.

The Cambridge Dictionary defines corresponding angles to be two equal angles on the same side of a line that crosses two parallel lines and on the same side of each parallel line. Our need to know how to determine the values of corresponding angles is applicable to most fields of endeavor, from architectural design and construction to navigation aids such as radar to locate ships and airplanes. But how do you go about finding the values for corresponding angles?
Park Seo Jun and Park Min Young in What's Wrong With Secretary Kim (2018).
The Theorem of Corresponding Angles
The theorem of corresponding angles states that if two parallel lines are intersected by a transversal line, then the pairs of corresponding angles formed are congruent. A transversal line is a line that passes through two other lines. Corresponding angles are those angles that are in the same relative position at the intersections of a transversal line and two parallel lines. Note that the two lines must always be parallel for this theorem to apply.

How to Find Corresponding Angles
According to the Corresponding Angle Postulate, when a transversal line intersects two parallel lines, all of the corresponding angles must be equal. Thus, if you know the value of one of the corresponding angles, then you know that the other corresponding angle is equal to it. In addition, because a straight line forms a straight angle, which measures 180 degrees, you can also determine the value of the angle adjacent to the known angle by subtracting the known value from 180.

How to Know When Lines are Parallel
According to the converse of the Corresponding Angle Postulate, if two lines and a transversal line form corresponding angles that are congruent, then the two lines are parallel. If the lines were not parallel, a triangle would be formed between the transversal and the point where the two other lines intersect. In this case, the corresponding angles would have no specific relationship to each other, and geometry could be used to determine the value of each of the angles. (Parallel lines are identified by two arrowheads or two small lines for each parallel line.)
Yoo Seung Ho and Chae Soo Bin in I Am Not A Robot (2017).
The Need to Know Corresponding Angles
Everything around us forms lines and angles. From the books we read to the homes and buildings we occupy to the roads on which we drive, it all comes down to lines and angles. Most of our cities are laid out in grid patterns of lines and angles. We use maps and GPS as navigation aids, whether we are driving, flying, or sailing the seas. We even walk in straight lines and angles. Surely, it makes sense that we know the relationship between lines and angles.

Thus, the value of knowing how to find corresponding angles reaches out to us in ways we might not always comprehend, from the simplest gestures to the most complex algorithms. With a little awareness and enough practice, maybe we can begin to recognize the corresponding angles that appear in our own lives. Who knows? Maybe we can even apply that knowledge to improve our lives.


5.17.2019

How Instagram Can Help Wannabe Singer/Songwriters.

Making a name for yourself as a musician is a real challenge; it’s a saturated industry which requires people to really stand out in order to make it into the mainstream. With so many people trying to find their big break, you need to use everything at your disposal to catch people’s attention. Social media, especially Instagram, can be a fantastic platform to help you share your music, but you need to approach it in a certain way in order to get the results you want.
Jang Geun Seuk as an aspiring musician in Marry Me, Mary (2010).
Profile
Your Instagram profile is your opportunity to tell people your story. Singer/songwriters are artists and creatives who take inspiration from their lives in order to create their music. Producing songs that people can relate to is a sure-fire way of becoming popular, therefore reinforcing your approachable image with a personal profile that is available for the public to view can only contribute towards this. Letting people know your back story helps you to build up a relationship with potential fans, which in turn leads to a more loyal following. You need to choose the theme of your profile carefully as it needs to give off a professional image too, and try to be as consistent as possible with top-quality photos.

Tools
Instagram has a number of features designed to help you boost engagement as well as increase your follower count, so it is important to make the most of these. Firstly, use hashtags in your captions to highlight what your post is about, especially focusing on the kinds of things people are most likely to search for, for example #newmusic as this will bring up your post in searches for that hashtag. The more engagement your posts get the more likely they are to appear on people’s feeds and searches too, so try to do posts that spark feedback.
Yoo Yong Min in Her Private Life (2019) - barista by day, musician at night.
Other methods you could use are holding competitions where you give away tickets to your concerts to someone randomly picked from those who have ‘liked’ your post, or getting an auto like on instagram from kenji.ai. Timing is also important when it comes to when you post; try to make sure you schedule posts at times when more people are likely to be online otherwise it could end up being buried. And finally, post regularly so that you have a constant presence on social media, as this will help your name to become familiar to people.

Networking
Your main aim on Instagram is to have as many followers as possible and one of the best ways to get your name out there is to have a presence in places where your target market is likely to be found. For example, you could contribute towards online forums that discuss new music. 'Cross promoting' aka sharing the posts of other artists will often result in them returning the favour, so you will soon start to be recognised as a reputable singer/songwriter in the same circles.

Instagram is a brilliant marketing tool for business including for those who are trying to promote their own talent to create a career. For more tips on how to succeed in different industries, take a look at therebelsweetheart.com.


3.10.2019

The Complete Guide on Fishing Gear and Tackle Reviews.

Most people think fishing is passive. But that can’t be further from the truth. What is dull for many people is actually exciting for fishing enthusiasts. Just being outdoors makes most of the experience fun. You go out and enjoy the view of a beautiful river, lake, or the ocean. This can be very relaxing to most people. When fishing, you get to clear your mind of all obligations and all your worries. It’s just you and nature. Over the years, people develop skills that help them become better. You’ll get to know where the fish are hiding, and what kind of bait to use.

A thing that reels in people is the anticipation. No one ever knows when the next catch is going to be. It could be in the next minute. Or, the entire day can pass by without any action. Many people think that soccer is interesting because of never knowing when the next goal is going to happen. It can be at any time. You’re always on the edge of your seat, thinking and preparing. A big one might come out of nowhere, and you must be ready for battle. This is the same with fishing.
Fancy fishing?
All you need to know about fishing rods 
You can’t go into the wild waters without a rod. This is the most basic equipment piece that’s shaped like a long stick. The better the rod, the better the placing of the bait. With a good quality one, you will be able to cast wherever you want. Of course, some factors come into play when choosing the best one. The qualities that make a great rod stand out are the length, material, power, and action. For example, if someone wants to catch big fish, that means that there will be a lot of close combat scenarios. For this, the best option is to use a strong short rod. They’re also good for kayak anglers who want to save a little more space.

On the other hand, longer rods are used for casting great distances. Bass anglers love to use them because they cover water quickly. As for the materials, the rods can be made of graphite, fiberglass or both. This makes some of them indestructible and able to withstand hundreds of pounds of force. Of course, this influences their flexibility as well. You can check out more info in sites like the Top Gear Reviews at ProFishingGearReviews.
When I think of fishing, I think of Running Man. :)
All you need to know about tackle boxes and bags
Tackle boxes are a necessity. They help to keep all the parts that make up the puzzle of fishing. These types of boxes help to keep the contents dry. And, to inhibit rust from coming up on all the hooks, lures and accessories. When searching for the best one, it’s advisable to look for ones that have a five year or more guarantee.

Most of them have divided spaces. This will help you to organize everything as you’d like. This means separating the baits from the lures and the hooks. They usually have thick walls that help in keeping the contents safe. The most important thing to look out for is water resistance. Since you’ll be carrying this item with you on a boat, it shouldn’t allow water to get in and damage the rest of your equipment. Some people keep their personal things in these boxes as well. Nothing can ruin a great day of fishing like a water damaged phone. That’s why waterproof tackles are recommended.

Success! :)
All you need to know about baits and lures
To catch a fish, you need bait. They don’t come just swimming to the hook. They see a reward on it, and this makes them come to get it. Lures come in different shapes and sizes, depending on what you want to catch. However, there are six main types of bait. These are worms, leeches, insects, clams, minnows, and dough balls.

When people think fishing, they always associate the bait with worms. Well, there is a good reason for that. Worms are the easiest to find, and they are the least expensive of all baits. They come in abundance and with a little digging at night, you can see loads of them in your backyard. And, most notably, by using them as bait, you can catch a wide variety of different fish. Here is a great tip in case you don’t know it. Put only a small piece of the worm on the hook. In this way, the chances of a fish getting stuck are significantly higher. That’s because if the worm were longer, the fish would nibble on the sides and leave the part that’s attached on the hook.

On the other hand, leeches are harder to come across. They are usually bought in shops, and you keep them refrigerated. Many fishermen like using them because the leeches move in the water. This attracts loads of fish because the bait is moving and struggling. Minnows fall in this category as well. They are small fish that can be caught with nets or bought in a store. Just be careful not to hit their spinal cord when you put them on the hook. This will paralyze them and make them unable to move in the water. Also, in some waters, it’s forbidden to catch minnows. So, be careful about that too. Read more about baits here.

To sum up
Finally, putting this all together should be done for only one thing – to catch a fish. When you get something pulling on the line, prepare yourself for a fight. That’s the most exciting part of the sport. The fish will pull, and try to escape with all its power. Sometimes, the line will break. Other times, it will shake off the hook. But, if you’ve got the skill mastered, then you might have a dinner that’s nothing like on the supermarket. Fresh, delicious fish are the thing every fisherman is looking forward to.

2.25.2019

Pucker Up! | Mamonde Creamy Tint Color Balm Intense.

If you're an avid fan of Korean dramas, then you probably know what 'PPL' or 'product placement' is. It's a marketing technique which strategically features brand logos in a particular scene, or shows the characters in the drama using the product. Sometimes subtle, but oftentimes not, PPL has become a norm in Korean dramas; the more popular the drama is, the more PPLs are inserted in it.

I fell for these PPLs several times in the past, and thanks to these Korean dramas, I've bought all sort of stuff - lipsticks, cushions, sheet masks, perfume, plush dolls... Heck, I would even have pizza or fried chicken delivered to our flat (in Seoul) because my favorite Hallyu stars were endorsing them, lol!

The latest PPLs that I fell prey to were the ones shown in Memories of the Alhambra. You see, I've come across these Creamy Tint Color Balms countless of times in Myeongdong and Sinsadong, but never really paid much attention to them. I did swatch a few shades, but purchase them I did not. Then came Memories of the Alhambra with scenes of Park Shin Hye gliding them color balms on her lips, and I was like, "Freeeaaaak! Why did I not buy those while I was in Seoul???" 
Mamonde Creamy Tint Color Balm Intense, Php 390 each on Althea.
Thankfully, these lippies are sold in Althea, and I bought two out of the seven shades that were listed on their site. That's just a fraction of the entire Creamy Tint Color Balm Intense line, which has a whopping selection of 27 shades!
Mamonde Creamy Tint Color Balm Intense.
A crayon-type lip product, the Mamonde Creamy Tint Color Balm Intense has the vivid color of lipstick and the creamy texture of a lip balm. It's formulated with jojoba extract to moisturize and smoothen the lips, and green tea seed oil to protect the lips from external pollutants and free radical damage. It also contains a special powder ingredient which provides this product with a soft, smooth, glide-on texture.
Twist-up lip crayon.
The shades that I got were #21 Red Soul and #22 Dandy Coral. The former is a muted brown-red shade, while the latter is a coral-based peach.
Shade reference on the top flap of the box.
Mamonde Creamy Tint Color Balm Intense #21 Red Soul.
Mamonde Creamy Tint Color Balm Intense #22 Dandy Coral.
Both shades are nicely pigmented, have a smooth, velvety texture, and a true matte finish. Although these Creamy Tint Color Balms do not have that slick, buttery feel when you glide them on the lips, they're very easy to apply, and you only need to swipe them once or twice for the color to pop.
Crayon-type lip product.
Twist the bottom part to expose the tip of the product.
They're non-drying, and your lips won't feel parched even after hours of wear. They don't accentuate fine lines either, despite settling down to a flat matte finish. Do note, however, that I have a regimen which keeps my lips from looking or feeling dry. If you have dry, flaky lips, I suggest you exfoliate and moisturize properly before and after using matte lip products.
#22 Dandy Coral on top, #21 Red Soul on the bottom.
Swatched: #21 Red Soul on the left, #22 Dandy Coral on the right.
For a 'lip balm', these products are surprisingly long-wearing. The colors stay put for hours (especially if you wear them full lip), and can survive a light, non-greasy meal.
Wearing shade #22 Dandy Coral.
Wearing shade #21 Red Soul.
Most of my PPL buys have never failed me, and I'm so glad that the Mamonde Creamy Tint Color Balm Intense exceeded my expectations. I have a feeling I'll be buying more of these in the (very) near future because why not? They give value for money, plus I have a few more Althea Rewards Points to spare, anyways. :)

Have you been influenced by Korean dramas (or any other TV show, for that matter) in buying something? Share your PPL story in the comments! :)