From a seat sale rush to Bantayan touch, this is how my best friends and I planned this spontaneous trip to Cebu. We’re so excited like a child that we will travel in Visayas region for the first time.

Tucked away from the busy and fast paced streets of the city, Bantayan Island lies off the northern tip of Cebu. This is pretty much a laid-back alternatives to Boracay (where it’s technically close for redevelopment) and these ladies are ready to set foot in this beautiful hidden gem.

As we arrived and observed the nature of the place, I sense “peace” in an instant. From the serene atmosphere, hospitality of our fellow Filipinos down to the pure and sheer beauty of beaches, I know this island is therapeutic. It's all we need.

October is breast cancer awareness month. An annual campaign to increase awareness, reduce the stigma of this disease and to encourage women and men as well to have their breast checked for early detection.

Hosted by Mommy Margie Velasquez of ABS-CBN Mag TV Na, Asenso Ta

Dr. Jackie Lao talked about the “The Three Patterns in Checking the Breast” for early detection.

James Tubeo and yours truly, marketing officers of Missy Bon Bon introduces the Pink Velvet Cupcakes

Bloggers were invited to participate in the short game. Each one has to create a pattern using a chocolate sauce on a piping bag on top of the Pink Velvet Cupcake.

Thrive Foundation is a Cagayan de Oro based, non-partisan, non-profit, non-stock advocacy core group composed of breast cancer survivors and supporters whose primary aims are to raise awareness on breast cancer and its treatment options.

Set up c/o Maison de Bonbon with Missy Bon Bon's Pink Cupcakes

After a few weeks of introspection and enjoying the unemployed life, my senses and enthusiasm began to ignite. Maybe the idea of living in the moment and embracing the uncertainty gives me a new perspective and attitude on what to look forward to.

Before the school year starts for the new batch, I received a call from a friend referring me to a project-based job in my dear Alma matter. Without second thought but with a little weary on the nature of the work, I accepted the offer. Isn’t it great to serve back to your dear Alma Mater?

First day at work, I saw students rushing over their next class, meeting new friends along the Magis building, sitting through benches, taking a nap while pretending to read books in the library, then again, the situations I know too well can no longer be done again.

I’m now far away from the comforts of campus life and trying to be an adult is tough. Waking up early just to beat the traffic, trying to be on time for biometrics, doing a 9-5 job in a workplace where you meet different kinds of people are some of the new things I need to grasp and adapt.

For a fresh grad that just jumps in the new world, here are the things I wanted to share:

· Ask when you don’t know
You are not expected to learn everything you see in the office anyway. If you messed up with the formulas in excel; not familiar in operating the fax or photocopying machine; tasked to deliver the report to another colleague you barely haven’t notice yet are some of the things that really require you to ask.

Some commit more mistakes because they fail to ask probably due to hesitation, intimidation towards other colleague or even afraid to be judged or corrected. Regardless of which, if the situation caught you on the things that are unfamiliar to you, learn to seek advice or help with your workmates.

· Learn to make new friends in the office.
You could be the youngest person in the group but that doesn’t mean they’ll adjust for you. Frankly speaking, you have to deal to them. A simple “hi”, smile or chitchat on a short break can win a friend. In fact, it will make your new work environment easier

· Being a ma diskarte is a must.
Not everything is served to you on a silver platter nor does everyone gets to be mentored. Even if the art of asking is essential, that doesn’t mean you have to ask all the time. Each one of you has specific workload so you have to at least make an effort to learn it on your own.

· Accept that your new life demands a lot-- time and effort.
No task is too menial for you. You’ll be preoccupied by different unfamiliar or unrelated workload, tight deadlines and sometimes you thought you’ve done your best but it wasn’t enough; Well, it’s all completely fine.  And for sure, you are probably thinking on how good the life you have as a student.

· Don’t be too picky on your first job, use it to learn and hone new skills.
My first job as an accounting staff doesn’t really correlate with my chosen marketing field. In fact, I’m really lost and unfamiliar with some of the accounting terms and formulas in the database but I enjoy it in any way because I get to know how this department works. Indeed, an added knowledge and a good work experience.

So to the newly graduates, with tides high and low, learn how to sail the boat and you will eventually be place to an Island where you belong. It takes time, patience and hardwork but it’s all worth trying. Paddle up!

Ever heard of Medyo Maldito and Snake Princess? We got them!


After Boy Zugba's successful Centrio branch opening, it is now set to shake its online followers by introducing this generation's popular and leading online sensation- Medyo Maldito and Snake Princess!


Medyo Maldito who is known for his hugot/ relatable quotes now has 800k followers in Facebook with high engagements and active followers. On the other hand, Snake Princess who is popular for his viral video where he was unknowingly being recorded by someone while he was talking to his alleged boyfriend "Mark" which makes netizens enjoyed how he tries to pursue Mark.


A day before the event where XU students really volunteer themselves for the event :)

 As they say, this is the grandest and most instagrammable party that has ever happened in CDO. 

Here's an outdated  post or a glimpse of what happened from the last The Nest CDO grand opening.

About The Nest CDO:
Tucked away from the busy streets of Cagayan de Oro, The Nest is one of the many modern-day lifestyle hubs to enter the country's dining scene. Sparking the interest of curious foodies since it opened last June 2016. The Nest, carries two exciting food destinations, namely, Maison de Bon Bon and Giuseppe Pizzeria & Sicilian Roast. It's the best of both worlds and people just can't get enough of its French inspired cuisine and Authentic Italian Recipes. More on www.thenestcdo.com

It makes you feel proud to be in a brand whom you have been working for now being recognized with a reputable organization/company that acknowledges its products, quality and service to the customers. Just so last August 2016, Mindanao Gold Star Daily awarded Missy Bon Bon as the Best Delicacy 2016.

Keeping this post for keeps. I'm so glad to see the whole marketing team with our manager on a newspaper feature.

It was indeed a successful fun-filled meet and greet event with today's leading digital influencers in the country- Laureen Uy, Camille Co, Nicole Andersson, Vern Enciso and Verniece Enciso at Maison de Bon de Bonbon Restaurant last July 23, 2016. Together with the winners of our #Thenestcdo online contest, everyone gets really excited to see their favorite digital icons and listens to their pieces of advice about life, fashion and of course, into blogging.

If I am to share how I am feeling at that very moment, it's really indescribable. I've never imagine to see all of my favorites into one setting and a challenge chance to organize the said event for them!

Thanks to James Tubeo for hosting the event, Jezyl Butaya and Grace Dy (brand officers) for initiating other internal activities, Vic Madriaga as our social media strategist, Micheal Sy as our videographer and Mikko Mahinay (MIA) as our PR officer.


It was an exclusive and intimate event where winners get to see upclose with these influencers at the center of the long table.


"To be authentic is not to allow a situation or person to change you, unless for the better." Camille Co said. In this digital world, it is really hard to compete with others, as with anything else, you have to focus on being the best you by affirming your potential, shrug off public opinion and building the best business for yourself and to your readers.