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Tips in Choosing the Perfect Family Car

March 31, 2018

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Going on vacation or picnic, fetching your kids, doing a quick dash to the market, or simply going for a simple ride with your little ones are simple joys that many families enjoy. Memories from such happenings linger and define many aspects of our kids. On your end as parents, hauling all those stuff that your kids need for a trip or any event becomes a logical nightmare. That is why choosing the right or adequate car is essential for your family.

Here are some points to consider in choosing the perfect car for your family.

1. Family Budget

Either you are paying in cash or acquiring your family car from a loan, buying a car may have long term effects on your family budget and cash fluidity. Before finalizing your purchase, it might be better to check on your financial capability of maintaining one. You may consult your financial adviser or use an auto loan calculator for advice. Always bear in mind that you are purchasing your family car to make your life and mind more at ease and not the other way around.

2. Age and Number of Kids

Let's be honest and realistic, your car becomes a mobile home for your kids or rather the entire family. Such that the younger your kids, the greater the amount/number of things that they need. From the baby bag, stroller, diapers, and other needs, this stuff requires a particular type of vehicle. However, such requirement changes as the kids grow-up since the amount of stuff that you pack for them becomes less since they can already look after themselves.

3. Functionality and Safety

Your family mechanics should be considered in choosing your family car. For starters, safety features that the car of your choice boost is something you have to look into. Other than the information given by the salesman, it may be best to do research on the other features and safety standards and reviews of your chosen car such that they can help you better in making your purchase decision. It is also important to make sure that the car has enough room to place the newer and bulkier car seats in order to ensure the utmost safety.

4. Cost and Fuel Efficiency

Maintaining a car is like taking care of another child. It adds cost to your daily expenses so might as well purchase one coming from a reputable brand but doesn't break the bank when it comes to fuel efficiency. According to businessdictionary.com, fuel efficiency is "that proportion of energy released by a fuel combustion process which is converted into useful work. For vehicles, it is measured in miles per gallon or kilometers per liter." So in buying a perfect family car, you should get one that has good fuel efficiency to help save your family money in the long term.

Do you have more tips in choosing the perfect family car? Feel free to share them with us by commenting below.

Dance by the Beach Fitness Party Boracay 2018 all set

March 21, 2018

Hello, Mars at Pards! Our friends from Happy Events by Deegee, Inc. have good news to all fitness enthusiasts that are Boracay bound this April. If you, by any chance, have to stay there on April 28, there is a fitness event that is in store for you at Casa Pilar, Station 3. I invite you to read the details below. By the way, All-Around Pinay Mama blog is so excited to be one of its media partners so expect this mama to bring you more updates about this exciting event!

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Dance by the Beach Fitness Party Boracay 2018, promises to be a go-to event this summer in Boracay, set on April 28, 2018, at Casa Pilar, Station 3.

“Zumba enthusiasts are in for a treat on Dance by the Beach Fitness Party,” states Reymond M. de Guzman, Creative Director of the Dance by the Beach Fitness Party organized by Happy Events by Deegee, Inc. “We’ve seen a tremendous rise of Zumba enthusiasts in schools, clubs, barangays and provinces and more people wishes to be fit, fabulous and healthy through this activity."

With over 1,000 Zumba lovers and visitors of the island on its one-day run, this country’s first dance by the beach fitness party event is gathering these enthusiasts from all walks of life, to experience and dance with ZIN icon Regine Tolentino and ZIN from nearby provinces. The experience is also highlighted by an exciting line-up of events, music with international DJ and model, Samir Ayeb, Olin (the mascot of Shaolin Oil) meet-and-greets, and special activities from our sponsors and exhibitors, and many more.

The Dance by the Beach Fitness Party is presented by Shaolin Oil of SR Foods, organized and managed by Happy Events by Deegee, Inc. Interested participants may call telephone number: 637-9084 or 0998-5626602, send a message through email at: happyeventsbydeegee@gmail.com. For more event details visit: www.dancefitnessparty.ph or follow Happy Events by Deegee, Inc. on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

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Dance by the Beach Fitness Party is envisioned to provide alternative venue to active

individuals to carry on with their fitness goals even in a beach during their vacation. Moreover,

this project also raises awareness on the importance of keeping the beach clean and saving the

ocean.

In support to our government’s commitment to rehabilitate and restore the world-famous

Boracay Island, Dance by the Beach Fitness Party, is moving to another venue. It will be held in Aureo Hotels & Resorts, San Fernando, La Union. More details HERE.

Cooking with Vermont Curry from House Foods Sauce Mix

March 06, 2018

Uni-pak Mackerel #PakNaPak Recipes and Giveaway are back!

February 22, 2018

If you are an Light Rail Transit (LRT) 2 commuter, I am sure that you always see Uni-Pak Mackerel's #PakNaPak na #TatakUnipak easy to cook recipes. Even though they are being played in a few seconds, you can remember how they are made because the ingredients are very common and cooking procedure is not difficult. Even people who don't cook can follow them precisely.

Uni-Pak Mackerel's recipes are not just easy to prepare but also nutritious and economical, even families with tightest budgets can truly afford. I am not saying this to promote the brand alone. Unipak Mackerel with Natural Oil variant is part of our pantry. It's versatility and taste suit my family's preference.

Lasa'y Tumpak, Sarap Uni-Pak! I strongly agree!

Do you remember these #TatakUnipak recipes that I've shared before?

UNI-PAK MACKEREL SISIG

Uni-Pak Mackerel Sisig can be eaten by itself and best with hot steamed white rice!

UNI-PAK HEALTHY MACKEREL SANDWICH

Uni-Pak Healthy Mackerel Sandwich tastes refreshingly good! This is perfect to eat anytime of the day.

See recipes HERE.

I would like to share with you videos of another easy to cook Uni-Pak Mackerel recipes that we love. These videos were styled and uploaded by food stylist, Chiqui Lloren. Watch, learn, and follow!

UNI-PAK MACKEREL BREAD ROLLS

Uni-Pak Mackerel Bread Rolls Recipe from Chiqui Lloren on Vimeo.

UNI-PAK MACKEREL GISING-GISING RECIPE

Uni-Pak Mackerel Gising-gising Recipe Video from Chiqui Lloren on Vimeo.

The first recipe is a sure hit to the kids while the second recipe fits a person like me who loves spicy food. Rapsa!!!

In consonance with this recipe sharing, I would like to announce Uni-Pak's good news! Uni-Pak is giving away again one (1) gift pack to one (1) lucky AAPM reader of the month. The simple mechanics are the same as the first one that I hosted.

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The giveaway is open to my readers residing in Philippines only. You don't have to be my social media account followers to join. Giveaway period is from February 22 to March 1, 2018 only. Winner will be chosen by random.org.

I'll announce the winner on my Facebook Page on March 1, 2018 and he/she will be notified through Facebook private message on the same day. Uni-Pak/SLORD Development Corporation will be responsible in shipping the prize to the winner. Thanks and good luck!

Like Rafunzel B. Medina, you can be the next winner! Join na!

How's My Marriage?

February 18, 2018

On Valentine's Day while I was riding a jeepney going to Sta. Cruz Church and enduring the heavy traffic (Take note, it was V Day and I was still doing errands.), my conversation with Paps the night before played in my head.

Paps: "Ma, how do you find our marriage?"

I: "Paps, your question is too broad. Be specific, please."

Paps: "How is our marriage? How do you find me as a husband?"

I: "Paps, our marriage is imperfect like any other marriages. Pero ang maganda kasi sa atin, lahat madali lang kahit maraming pagsubok because we love and trust each other, 'yong tipong ikaw hinahayaan mo akong gawin ang mga bagay na nagpapasaya sa akin at ako rin masaya ako sa achievements mo."

"We are free to do what we love because we know that both of us can stick to our values. Alam natin kung saan ang hangganan at alam natin ang tama at mali. Alam natin ang ating priorities and limitations. Aside from respect for each other, we know how to compliment and complement each other. We know how to give and take. We know how to appreciate each other. We don't have the luxury of time and material things but we know how to make the best of what we have."

Paps: "Ma, ano ba ang gusto mong Valentine's Day gift?"

I: "Paps, you don't have to give me a gift. Ang mahalaga sa akin ang pagsasama natin araw-araw. Sapat na sa akin ang memories natin everyday. 'Yong maayos tayo at ang mga bata, okay na sa akin 'yon. Kilala mo naman ako, I am not particular with gifts and occasions."

Then we slept. When I woke up, he handed me a small box of Ferrero Rocher and greeted me Happy Valentine's Day. That gesture of his was typical. It wasn't unusual because he would do that often.

Paps is a type of guy who is inherently kind, thoughtful, and loving not just to me but also my mom and kids. I am so blessed to be his wife. How's my marriage? You judge.

Do you want to know our secret? Here's the story: Things that Make Our Marriage Work

*Featured images courtesy of Pinterest

Hortikultura Filipina 2018

February 05, 2018

AAPM Favorites: Jolly Cow Chocolate Milk

February 03, 2018

I admit that I only drink plain milk daily during my two pregnancies because I wanted my babies to get the calcium for their developing bones and other nutrients for proper growth that they could only get from it. Then to sustain my own and family's milk requirements now, I just incorporate it with the dishes that I cook and drinks that I take.

While I have milk taste fatigue, my sons' tummies have become sensitive to plain white milk but I am amazed that when milk is incorporated with other drinks and dishes, their tummies can tolerate it. There was also a time in their growing years that they drank milk chocolate but I decided to let them stop because I thought that milk chocolate as a substitute was bad for the health. But I was wrong.

According to healthyeating.org, milk chocolate (flavored and unflavored) is as healthy as plain white milk. Like the former, the latter has also the sugar lactose in it. In an eight-ounce glass of milk we can find 12 grams of lactose. Milk chocolate has between eight to 12 additional grams of sugar added. So about one-half of the sugar in chocolate milk is naturally-occurring lactose found in all milk. Only about 60 calories in chocolate milk are from added sugars, which is small relative to the powerhouse of nutrients it provides. (Source: www.healthyeating.org/Milk-Dairy/Dairy-Facts/Chocolate-Milk)

At first, my kids loved drinking chocolate milk everyday. I would allow them to take only one small tetra brick at least three times a week because I would still observe their tummies' reaction to it. Until finally, they manifested no negative reaction so I let them continue. But somehow, they experience an "umay factor" from time to time, finding their favorite milk chocolate drink very, very sweet.

Then a few weeks before the recent holidays, Jolly Cow of Fly Ace Corporation sent me a gift pack with Jolly Cow Chocolate Milk in it. Milk chocolate consumption was never the same.

#Christmas came early last weekend! @jollycowph goodies truly made a gloomy day bright! Maraming salamat for this gift pack, @jollyeatsph! Thanks for always remembering this Mama through the years. 😍 . Lahat ng #jollycowph products ay nutritious and delicious. Isa sa paborito ng aming pamilya ay #JollyCowCondensada. It makes our sweet treats even yummier. Ito nga lang ang palaman sa mainit na pandesal o dip ng soda crackers, ayos na! 😁 At dahil malapit na ang holidays, here are some tasty recipes na magpapasaya ng ating hapag-kainan sa darating na #Pasko! . TASTY TREATS FROM JOLLY COW CONDENSADA SPREAD CHEERS THIS HOLIDAY SEASON http://www.allaroundpinaymama.com/2017/11/tasty-holiday-treats-from-jolly-cow-condensada.html . . #allaroundpinaymama #aapmfavorites #aapmrecommends #mommybloggersph #momswhoblogph #certifiedbloggers #metrobuzzbloggers #momblogger #foodblogger #milk #milkchocolate #condensedmilk #socialgal #createcultivate #soworthloving #theeverygirl #mybeautifulmess #livethelittlethings #youbelong #creativepreneur #flashesofdelight #thatauthenticfeeling #bevisuallyinspired #ofsimplethings #thesincerestoryteller

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Our family began to like and recommended it to our friends due to the following reasons:

- It's not too sweet. It has the right amount of sweetness and creaminess that makes Jolly Cow Chocolate Milk different from other brands.

- I admit that it's addicting. It's delicious when stored in room temperature and even yummier when served chilled or with ice cubes.

- It's made of 100% pure cow's milk straight from Denmark added with real cocoa.

- It's loaded with calcium and essential nutrients for healthier bones, strong immune system, and well-functioning body organs.

- It's versatile, best paired with our family's favorite snacks. We can enjoy our occasional milk chocolate indulgence without the guilt.

- I am a chocoholic and I drink this as a post workout booster without ruining my diet plan. It has a balanced protein and carbohydrate contents.

- It's guaranteed natural, no artificial sweeteners and preservatives.

- It’s shelf-stable packaging also allows the milk to be stored at room temperature to keep its freshness and creamy texture up to seven months or until the date code. It's Longlife Ultra Heat Treated which means it's safe and clean.

- New feature! It has a Junior version, 200 ml, that is perfect for my kids' baon for school. Hubby and I also bring one when we go out.

- Affordable and sleek- a box of Jolly Cow Chocolate Milk Junior is also one of the best potluck contributions. One box contains 27 tetra bricks of real chocolate goodness that kids and adults can surely enjoy!

- I am conscious with what my family consumes. Nutritional information, ingredients, storing instructions, manufacturing date, expiration date, and manufacturer information are all printed on the packaging. It also has a printed educational activity at the back that kids can answer.

All-Around Pinay Mama Jolly Cow Chocolate Milk

Jolly Cow Chocolate Milk is loaded with real chocolatey and milky goodness in every pack!

My family loves Jolly Cow Chocolate Milk. It is something that lifts the spirit and sends happiness! I know that when you try it, you'll love it too!

Black Hairspray Wigs

January 29, 2018

This is a sponsored post. All opinions are mine and may not be affected in any way by the brand involved.

I used to be a girl who was adventurous in trying different hairstyles. My friends would tell me that I was blessed with very straight hair that’s why it was easy for me to change how it looked every time. Within six or 12 months I would submit myself totally to my favorite hairstylist which he found enjoyable because he could play with my hair just the way he wanted it to be. He tried pixy, permed, barber’s cut (Yes, he did, and I never complained), permed, and many more on me! As I grew older, I didn’t have the luxury of time going to the salon regularly due to my very busy schedule. Those were the moments that I preferred short or very, very short hairstyle. Despite of that, I still did my usual hair routines like choosing the right shampoo and conditioner. I would just wash my hair, comb it, and let it air dry. One more thing, it was a lot different when I already started earning and spending for myself. I became more practical in my choices and one of the things that I did was to opt for a hairstyle that was more low maintenance compared to having short hair. I decided to let it grow longer. I would let it dry and tie it up or on a pony tail. In 10 years, no kidding, I had the same hairstyle and didn’t even follow the monthly trimming that stylists would recommend. My friends would tell me, “You’re definitely low maintenance. Imagine you just visit the salon once a year?”

Yes, indeed. I am low maintenance. But I also like to experience sporting different hairstyles without spending time often in the salon. I don’t like doing treatments on my hair. I am afraid to apply dye on it. I even blow it dry when it’s only necessary. Other ladies may find these habits unusual but I don’t want my hair to get damaged and suffer the consequence afterwards.

Just recently upon realizing that I had the same look for a decade when I saw my pictures, I decided to have my hair cut very short. I love it but sometimes I miss my long hair. I also want to try having it permed when it grows longer. I know that when I am about to do so, I would change my mind.

To satisfy my eagerness to have new hairstyles in no time, investing on good lace front wigs is one of the best options to do it. Black Hairspray is the best online shop to do our wig shopping. We can choose from over 900 wigs made from remy, human, synthetic, or blended that look so real that people would not believe that they are wigs when they're placed on our heads! Amazing, isn’t it?

Black Hairspray is a leading online company that offers not just wigs but other hair care products as well. They cater to professional stylists, beauticians, models, mothers, students, and literally everyone! What excites me more is it ships worldwide. Just read the site’s frequently asked questions to learn more.

Do you want to know my Black Hairspray three top choices? They are something permed, wavy, shoulder length, or dyed. They are included on the site’s top sellers. What I like about each style is that there are more color options to choose from. Here they are:

Model Model Natural Hair Synthetic Lace Front Wig- Jenna

$28.95 only from the original price of $39.95

FreeTress Equal Silk Base Synthetic Lace Front Wig- Trina

$31.95 only from the original price of $59.95

Vivica A. Fox Synthetic Lace Front Wig- Harper

$34.95 only from the original price of $49.95

Let us all remember that the hair is our crowning glory. Our choice of hairstyle speaks so much about our personality. It’s true that people may judge us by just looking at our hairstyle. Let's make the right choice of hairstyle and of course, the right hair products!

Have you tried wearing wigs for fashion and beauty purposes? I am excited to know your thoughts. Feel free to leave a comment.

Tips in Choosing the Perfect Family Car

Dance by the Beach Fitness Party Boracay 2018 all set

Cooking with Vermont Curry from House Foods Sauce Mix

Uni-pak Mackerel #PakNaPak Recipes and Giveaway are back!

How's My Marriage?

Hortikultura Filipina 2018

AAPM Favorites: Jolly Cow Chocolate Milk

Black Hairspray Wigs

SJ Valdez

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