Uncle Cheffy

So, my mom's birthday was spent at home because of the endless rain and flood that Metro Manila and other parts of the Philippines suffered from. All the restaurants and malls were closed for the day so we just celebrated by being together in our condo. We were so thankful that our loved ones were safe and we prayed for our countrymen's safety. It's sad that the country had to go through something like Ondoy again.

The next day, we had lunch at Uncle Cheffy in Ali Mall, which is just across our building. If you want all meat goodness without having to spend a lot, I say you try this Brick Oven Cuisine.

Pot Roast

Lovely Jenny Salad

Surf N' Turf

Happy Birthday, Mommy!

Uncle Cheffy Ali Mall.
 Ali Mall, P Tuazon Blvd Cubao, Quezon City 
02) 709-4104 to 05

Happy Birthday, Mommy!

Happy Birthday to the best woman in the whole world! ♥ I am so thankful to have you as my Mommy. You will forever be my inspiration, my best friend, my stylist, my mentor, and my idol! I love you so much, Mommy! ♥

Pakil, Laguna: Parish of San Pedro Alcantara

Last Saturday, we went to Siniloan, Laguna to attend the wedding of Nikko's cousin. Unfortunately, we made it only to the reception, which lasted a little over two hours.

We found out that the place was near Pakil, which is famous for its spring resorts and its very beautiful Church, the Parish of San Pedro Alcantara. The Pakil Church is home to the miraculous statue of Our Lady of Turumba. We went to visit it and were awed with its architectural design.


Here are some photos:

Outside the Pakil Church

Dress - People are People; Tube Top - Babo/Nava Clothing; Necklace - Cosmopolitan (gift from my law school barkada); Bag - Unlisted; Sandals - Alfani (gift from my Lola Nanay)

With the Bride and Groom

Pakil Church: Parish of San Pedro Alcantara

With Nikko's Tita Moni and his sister, Bettina.

Janna and Nikko

It was a very tiring day but just seeing the old Church and the statue was worth it. Another pilgrimage adventure for Nikko and me. Which reminds me, I gotta head back to Manaoag soon.

25

So, today is my birthday and I am now 25 years old! I am so thankful to the Lord for everything that He has given me the last 25 years and I'm excited for whatever the next years will give me (I'm sure my following years will be great or even greater!).

I celebrated with my law school friends, my family and Nikko today. I went to school for a one-hour class and I was surprised by my friends and classmates with a shoe-shaped birthday card (which made me cry) and gifts. When I came home, Nikko was there waiting for me with my family and I opened his presents right away (loved them!). Then, my family went to Galileo Enoteca in Eastwood to have dinner.

I wore my Style Staple Camille two-tone dress, which I ordered from my high school batchmate and friend Arvie. I ordered some dresses just a few days before and told her I would be wearing one of them today for my birthday and she immediately shipped out the items. I got them yesterday and I'm so thankful to her 'cause they got to me on time. :) Call me shallow but for me, a good birthday is not complete without a nice outfit. Haha.   

Happy birthday to me!

Dress - Style Staple; Shoes - Sophisticat Shoes; Bag - Prada

The best block ever! Love you, 3B!

With my law school barkada!

Thanks, Maan and R for the gift! :)

These were waiting for me at my desk when I arrived in school today. I loved the Stefani Heelless inspired birthday card and I loved the messages inside! :)

Dinner with my family

Because we are foolish like that. Thanks, Manf for sharing my insanity!

Best parents ever! Love you, Dad and Mom!

And the best boyfriend, Nikko Love! <3

With one of my favorite uncles, Kuya Louie! :)

 And here are some photos from my last night (birthday eve salubong):

At Shakey's P. Tuazon with Nikko.

Me and my birthday sundae!

It was truly another special birthday. Best birthday ever! I know I say this every year but somewhat, my birthday just keeps getting even better and better every year.

Thank you to everyone who made me feel so loved! :)

JD = Janna's Defense

So yesterday, I defended my thesis for law school. It was the first time I went through something like that and it really was an unforgettable experience. The defense lasted for an hour and there were three panelists asking me questions and commenting on my paper. It was very challenging and difficult and I'm really glad it's all over now. :)

I was just so happy when I heard from the Thesis Center that I had already been graded for my work. They actually liked my written output. Yay!

My girlfriends accompanied me to the thesis defense area. They were so supportive and I love them so much!

When it was over, I cried. I felt mixed emotions. My friends were still there, waiting for me. Also, Nikko showed up with a bouquet of flowers. My mom, who went to the chapel met up with us, too and treated us to dinner. I am just so blessed to have loving people around me.

Here are some photos:

Taken before my defense. Thank you, friends!

And after! Suit - made-to-order; Shoes - Sophisticat Shoes

I  cried!

With my girls. I love you! <3

And one more! Thank you, Loves!

Thank you so much, Nik! <3

My thesis and my bouquet of carnations. <3

Dinner at Chili's

With the best mom in the world! <3

and the best boyfriend in the world! :)

I'm Shoe in Love (Part 2) Bazaar

Sophisticat Shoes joined the I'm Shoe in Love bazaar, which happened at the NBC Tent, The Fort from June 30 to July 1, 2012. It was our first bazaar and I'm so glad it turned out fun and successful. I met a lot of different people, who were interested in our designs.

Here are some photos from Day 2:

In front of our booth

Corset top - Bazaar; Jacket - Gift from Nikko; Skirt - YRYS; Shoes - Paris Hilton

I had to have a photo without the jacket and with side braids. Haha.

With the best business partner ever, Nikko! <3

With my mom! :) My dad and brother were present on Day 1, too but we were too busy to take photos then.

With my close friend, Tel and her boyfriend, Nikoy. :)

Want these for myself! Too bad, they're sold out!

Our little booth.

 And here are some photos from Day 1:

With my close friends, Acelynne, Kathy, Hannah, fresh from the law school. Haha.

With my cousin, Gabby Regio and her girlfriend, fashion blogger Cristina Decena

My merchant's ID

Thank you, Lord for everything!

Happy Birthday, Little Brother!

It's my little brother, Manfred's birthday today! :) Nikko and I joined the "I'm Shoe in Love" bazaar at the NBC tent today (will post about it in the succeeding days) and so my family decided to celebrate Manfred's birthday in the Fort area.

Here are some photos:

Happy Birthday, Big little brother! <3 Thank you for the insane inside jokes! :)

With the family.

Nikko and Janna

 And of course, it was time for some outfit photos:

Top - Zara; Skirt - Bazaar; Shoes - Pab Der. This is also what I wore to the bazaar itself.

Necklace - Boracay

Bag - gift from my maternal grandma, Lola Nanay