They say illness or death makes you change your perspective of things in life.  If you put the thought of death in the equation, the way you behave, the manner you speak, the intentionality to take care of your relationships with your loved ones - ALL change.  I believe this then urges a person to become better, kinder, more forgiving, and more honest. 

I always have that "what-if-I-have-24-hrs-to-live" mentality when making decisions.  If you do, believe me, you'll make wiser and more practical decisions - such as getting yourself and your family a gift of protection. 

FWD Philippines takes care of your family’s future needs so you “KanDuu” all the things you want to do, now!


My very reason for getting myself insured is because I don't want to obligate my kids to take care of me and spend for my hospitalization, medicines, and even memorial services should I arrive there. I want to be financially independent and instill the same values to my kids.  Insuring myself gave me a peace of mind knowing that whatever happens, I am protected. 

So just imagine all the things you can do when you’re confident and secured enough to accomplish them—when you don’t have to worry over your family’s needs should anything happen. As impossible as it seems, you can really, truly, have it all! All it takes is a decision to make it happen and being open to the idea of financial planning.

FWD Life Philippines (FWD PH) KanDuu
Giving Filipinos the confidence to live life to the fullest, FWD Life Philippines (FWD PH), part of pan-Asian insurer FWD Group, recently launched KanDuu, a set of insurance products that covers you from death, critical illness, or accidents so you "Can Do" and pursue all the things you love.

Go ahead and do it!

Whether you’re an avid family traveler, a fitness buff, or a lover of life, there’s a variant that’ll suit you—KanMend, KanLive, and KanGuard. And did we mention that aside from securing you and your family, each comes with really awesome rewards? 


As a mom/parent, we each have different needs or priorities we want an insurance product to meet.  Let me tell you more about what FWD PH KanDuu Can Do for you!

• For Critical Illness - Get KanMend!  Designed with wellness warriors and health buffs in mind, KanMend gives you a cash benefit of Php100,000 once you get diagnosed with any of the 42 covered critical illnesses. Its welcome reward: Six months’ unlimited access to KonsultaMD’s 24/7 telemedicine service. No need to leave the house to consult with licensed Filipino doctors. All you need is to call.  

• For Essential Funds and Protection -  Get KanLive!  It has a cash benefit of Php200,000, in case of death and this reward: One-year unlimited medical consultations at any Aventus Medical clinics, nationwide.

• For Accidental Death or Disability Coverage - Get KanGuard!  Love to travel? Have a thirst for adventure? Want to live life on the edge? KanGuard gives a Php500,000 cash benefit in case of accidental death or disability due to terror attacks, anywhere in the world. Its reward? One-year global emergency services by Assist America for travels. 

Insurance marketplace
Who knew you’d someday shop for insurance online the way you’d shop for gadgets or limited edition bike parts? Who knew getting insured is as fast as picking that shade of red lipstick you don’t already have? True to its vision to change the way people feel about insurance, FWD has now made insurance more accessible, affordable, and covetable to more Filipinos via shop.fwd.com.ph.

If you’re 18 to 50 years old, you can purchase KanDuu online for AS LOW AS PhP1,799/year at shop.fwd.com.ph, FWD PH’s new online insurance marketplace.

HOW TO PURCHASE:

1. Step 1: Visit www.shop.fwd.com.ph
2. Step 2: Choose one Kanduu plan you want to purchase

• KanMend - Protection against 42 critical illnesses | Reward: 6 months’ unli KonsultaMD telemedicine
• KanLive - Essential funds and protection for your family | Reward: 1 year unli medical consults at Aventus clinics
• KanGuard - Payout for accidents or terror attacks, worldwide | Reward: 1 year global emergency services
1. Step 3: Click “Buy Now”
2. Step 4: Fill out the application form and upload one valid ID
3. Step 5: Review application form summary and product summary
4. Step 6: Pay online via debit or credit card
5. Step 7: Expect a welcome email and SMS

And with FWD’s insurance app, Tapp, you can access and manage your insurance and rewards, anytime, anywhere!  I never thought protection for our families could now be this accessible, convenient, and easy to purchase!  This is also a perfect choice for individuals or groups who are quite shy when meeting people.  Online is the newest way to get products and even services! 

Go to bit.ly/MetroManilaLovesShopFWD to purchase your KanDuu insurance now!
Want to know more about FWD Life Philippines, part of the pan-Asian insurer FWD Group? Visit: https://www.fwd.com.ph/en/

If you're a mom like me, you know how worrisome I could be with the spread of different viruses in the air that cause sickness.  The recent natural disaster our country is facing also had many of us worry about the hazardous effects of ashfall in the air.  This is why we've been on the search for technologies that will purify and deodorize the air we breathe to ensure our family's wellness.

One of the best news I've received at the start of the year is the announcement of Panasonic Philippines' new company - Panasonic Air Conditioning Philippines. It promises to provide #CompleteAirSolutions with innovative professional technologies in air conditioners.

Panasonic reiterates its commitment to create “A Better Life, A Better World” as it aims to contribute to the progress and development of society and to the happiness of people around the globe, highlighting its expertise in the Air Conditioning business in over 120 countries globally. 

With this development, PACPH promises to provide the best comfort and #CompleteAirSolutions with innovative professional technologies and services to suffice every Filipino’s need from home to business.
Air conditioning nowadays does not only settle on cooling alone. As the name implies, air conditioners’ main purpose is to condition your indoor air, thus, Panasonic developed nanoe™ Technology that deodorizes, inhibits the growth of bacteria and viruses, and is effective in dust removal to create a fresher and cleaner living environment.  This new technology certainly gives any parent some peace of mind knowing that the air their children breathes is cleaner and safer.
Through better air conditioning solutions, Panasonic aims to provide care for every Filipino family - that’s #AlagangPanasonic.

Learn more about Panasonic Air Conditioners: https://bit.ly/2NC5h0u
Get the latest updates and promos or learn more about the #AlagangPanasonic campaign on the Panasonic Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/PanasonicPhilippines/

When I hear Heinz, I remember ketchup.  Ikaw din for sure!  But did you know that they've have been producing oriental sauces since 2002?  We didn't know about it until now!  It's being served all over America and Asia and now it's made available here in the Philippines!

It's about time that Filipinos taste the Asian Sauces from one of the global leaders in condiments, Heinz.  We all love food especially Asian or fusion cuisine at home.  From simple meals to
gourmet dishes, Heinz Asian Sauces provide enhanced taste and premium flavours to your cooking.
Heinz has been serving up quality, taste, convenience and innovation like no other food company on
Earth. It has to be Heinz.

Hello Loves!  Here's my very first blog entry for the year 2020.  It's a bit late compared to how I used to write my first entry of the year in the previous years though.  Medyo admittedly, I took slowing down a bit more seriously more than I should.  In short, ang tamad ko after the holiday break.  And. It. Is. Not. A. Good. Sign.

ANYWAY.

My 2019 had been a year of both ups and downs in my health, blog, and life in general.  I couldn't say it's been good o bad to me.  All I know is God has been faithful through last year and had been providing me and my family more than enough even though I don't bring as much bacon to the family's table as much as I did when I was still working.  So much have changed (this I will reserve for another blog post!), but it's all good.  I didn't feel the change that much because God's been so good to us, in good and bad times.  I pray that you also experience the same love, grace, and goodness of God just like how He manifested Himself to me.

So here's a quick review of my 2019's roller-coaster ride:

Duing the first week of February, my family and I took a 4-day trip to Baguio (which I haven't written about in my blog!) and it was definitely a family trip which I still remember so vividly.  This was one of the best highlights of my 2019 because it was spent with my whole family.  I promise to share experiences like budget, where to go, where to stay, where to eat, and many more! 
During this month, I availed of Adajar Dental Clinic's Laser Teeth Whitening Promo influenced by my good friend Jaya Gacia.  I also haven't written about my experience, but this post served as a reminder for me! :)  Look at my photo, it seemed like an alien's mini UFO is sucking something out of my system diba?
This was also the time when #BringMeMoms was institutionalized (Whoa, word!) during Mommy Mundo's Mommy Mundo World.  We set up a booth and also presented our group on stage.  It's a group formed among us friends which of course started with a game called BRING ME in one of the parties we all participated.  Follow us on Instagram
It went downhill when two of my kids had to be hospitalized.  The youngest was an emergency case and was due to seizure caused by high fever because of pneumonia.
While the other one was a scheduled operation.  This operation was God's revelation to us that nothing is impossible with HIM.  I cried buckets of tears when God showed His faithfulness when He said He is in control and that He will provide.  My son's HMO primarily said they will only cover Php10K worth.  I prayed hard and well and asked God to take care of this and help me find funds to complete the Php150K plus we need for his operation.  His response was quick, the Maxicare officer who told me of the coverage called right away and said she escalated my son's case to the doctors and gave us a GO that they will cover his operation 100%.  I asked many doctors who gave my son's medical clearance and said, it's rare that they cover cases such as my son's.  This is GOD's work and nothing else. 

This is one of my Christian life's breakthroughs and personal experience of God's greatness and love.  For anything no matter how big, worry not.  Just keep on praying and trusting in Him to do wonders and miracles, even if we don't deserve it. 

By the way, my eldest celebrated his 16th birthday in the hospital because his two brothers were hospitalized within the same week, one after the other, on his birthday week as well.  But even if we didn't have a grand celebration, what mattered was we were complete and the love for each other was deeply felt.

In this season of giving and merriment, one of the things that come to mind is giving meaningful yet practical Christmas gifts to our loved ones.  When you say meaningful, you really think of the receiving end not what is just convenient for you.  Tip ko, to know if what you're giving will be well-appreciated, you ask yourself these questions:

If I receive my own gift, will I appreciate it?
Will my gift be really used?
Is this something he/she/they will like?
Will this just add clutter?

If you're satisfied with your own answers, then you've passed the meaningful gifts tests.  One of the meaningful gifts you could give this Christmas is the gift of food!  Food is consumable, it will not be just a clutter to one's home, it's practical, and it's something that can be shared.  Afterall, that's what Christmas is all about giving, sharing, and loving!  All because the true star of the season was born, Jesus Christ!

For this, give a special gift of love through food.  Choose Virginia Chistmas Bag Of Treats!

If you're looking for a thoutful yet convenient way to make someone feel special with your love gift this Christmas, food is always the way to go!  I'm glad to know that Virginia Food, Inc. has us modern Filipino families who are intentional and also budget-conscious in mind when they came up with giving affodable yet thoughful gifts to ou loved ones, family, friends, and colleagues too!

For as low as Phop150 you could already put a smile on someone's face, pinch someone's heart, and make tummies full!  A happy Christmas indeed right?

Here are the available Virginia Christmas Bag of Treats:

This year's Christmas is different from my usual Christmases in the past 15 or more years.  I used to receive Christmas baskets full of goodies for our Noche Buena, receive 13th month pay, and multiple bonuses among other things.  Last and this year is different because I now live under the economy of God, I'm also fully dependent on my husband, and I'm a newly anointed stay-at-home-mom.