Celebrate Love With A TWIST!


Indeed, February is the month of romance. People are expressing their affection for their someone special by giving gifts. Every 14th of February, many celebrate their romantic relationships and the joy of their togetherness.

The celebration of Valentines' Day is believed that it is based from what St. Valentine is doing during his time wherein he still officiate weddings even if the government does not allow such. His bravery of disobeying the law is a sign that love conquers all.

Now that a little background about the origin of Valentines' Day is already introduced, let's talk about how you celebrate this day of love. Do you have the ideas on how to pull off the best Valentine's gift? If none, then here are some of the usual gift ideas, but with a twist. Instead of the same, old gifts, in here provided what you can do for a change.

1. Valentines' Date


Getting tired of the usual candle light dinner? Then you better change your plans that will surely love.

The Twist: Afternoon Coffee Date


Ask your someone out to a afternoon coffee date. You may think that it may seem a little unromantic, but I tell you, with this idea, both of you will be able to have long talks in a cozy way. Not only that you enjoy the moment, your bond will also strengthen.

2. Greeting Cards


But of course, receiving cards is one of the most heartfelt gift one can ever receive. But how can one level up this kind of gift? Well, you can customize!

The Twist: Personalized Crafts



It's time to make your own valentine card for your someone. Let your creative juices flow and make something that is definitely personal and full of effort. Giving such gifts will make your partners feel that they are really dear and special to you.

3. Flowers


Giving flowers is a girl-y thing, I guess. It may seem impractical since it does not last, but its meaning will stay forever. For valentines' Day, Roses are the most common flower that is given. But why not try something new? Something colorful?

The Twist: Bouquet of Different Flowers


Girls will surely love flower bouquets, especially if they are arranged colorfully. It is very pleasing to the eye and will make your girls feel that you really have put your effort on sending these.

4. Scents


Giving scents to your someone is one of the common ideas during Valentines' day. To put a twist on it, why not send something aromatic?

The Twist: Aromatherapy and Essential Oils


Giving aromatherapy and essential oils is not different from giving perfume. As a matter of fact, this idea has additional benefits. Not only that it gives out nice aroma, it is also good for the health. It can soothe your mind and take out all the stress from your body.

5. Chocolates


Who doesn't love chocolate? It is considered to be one of the best gift ideas to celebrate love. Putting a twist on it has always been so easier than what you think.

The Twist: Organic/Vegan Chocolates



Who says that chocolates can never be healthy? You don't have to deprive your cravings, and your budget, too since you can buy organic chocolates everywhere. Not only that they are sweet, they are also definitely healthy.


So, there they are. Twists on your usual Valentine gift ideas. But remember one thing, it is not the gift, it's the thought that counts. :)
Happy Hearts' Day!


"Loving is not just looking at each other...
it is looking at the same direction."
--- Antoine de Saint-Exupry, The Little Prince

Unlifood, All the Way!


There's nothing more precious than eating in a restaurant that serves unlimited rice. 😜 And one place to enjoy that luxury is at Giligan's Restaurant.

We celebrated my brother's birthday yesterday, December 14, by treating him with foods. 😃

We went to Giligan's Restaurant located at SM City Sta. Rosa. We just thought that eating in such places will satisfy all our cravings.

Weekend Escapade: LA LUZ BEACH RESORT



Being known for its beaches and resorts, Batangas is one of the top destinations of tourists and beach goers, well including us. :P

October 18, 2014. Definitely a date to remember as we head on to Laiya, the heart of Batangas beaches, to have our company outing. This was our first choice, however we also consider Baler and Vigan to be our destination. But since we need to get back to Laguna on the same day, we decided to stay with our first choice. :) We have considered different beach resorts in Laiya, and finally we chose La Luz Beach Resort.

It almost took us roughly three hours to get to La Luz Beach, but it's worth it as the scenery is really breath-taking. At the reception area, we were served with welcome drinks, I guess that is buko pandan. :D




LESSON 2: Is Happiness the Purpose of Life?

"One must practice the things which produce happiness, since if that is present we have everything and if it absent we do everything in order to have it."
--- Epicurus

All of us want to escape suffering. Who wants it anyway? No one ever wakes up in the morning saying that, "I wish I suffer today." We do everything to get that happiness that we all wanted. The only thing that confuses us is that, we don't know how to differentiate a genuine happiness from superficial happiness.

Everyday, we look for new ways to build relationships, grow friendships, love others, enrich ourselves, protect our loved ones, and keep ourselves from any harm. We give our time and effort in doing these things for we believe that these will give us that sense of fulfillment.

Whatever term we name it, we always go back to this question: "Isn't happiness the goal of all goals?"


LESSON 1: What is Happiness?

Every man  wants to be happy, but in order to be so he needs first to understand what happiness is.
--- Jean-Jacques Rousseau


This is the opening quote for our topic today. This is the one million dollar question that should be answered: WHAT IS HAPPINESS? Or should I rephrase that; WHAT IS REAL HAPPINESS? We sometimes thought that we only become happy when we get the things that we desire. Yes, a part of it contributes to our happiness, but it is more than that. Happiness is not measured by the things we see or feel. It comes from within.

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