Word Cesspool // it's not the Honda that I need but the Fit that I deserve

As my very aboriginal title says, I've been obsessing over things for the past years and when I obsess over things...when I do, it always takes me a long periods of time before I can get over it.

Don't you have one of those moments where you want something and think of yourself as someone who's really materialistic because you know that you don't necessarily need it as of the moment? Well, I do but this one is different. I NEED THIS.

This blog is where you'll find my deepest yearning for some of my long term goals. As someone who's already has her driver's license, of course one of the things a girl would want is a car. I'm the type of person that would overdo than the latter, I tend to research than to be spontaneous when it comes to things I want to acquire. And for this instance and topic, I have been obsessing over The Honda Fit.

Food Trip // BJ's Restaurant and Brewhouse

Howdy~ ❤ 

I hope you all are doing fine. I'm here again to do my insight, not necessarily a review, of one of the famed restaurants here in the US. I guess this is a continuation for this post.

234 E. Colorado Blvd. Pasadena, CA  91101 Phone: 626.204.0845

I know it's really known but I personally have never been here. 

NOTE: I always stick behind the lens unless needed, therefore, you'll see a bunch of pictures of Roka.
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First off since, we are under 21 [[ only a few months left though ]] we decided to have 
"Mocktails"

Mocktails - A non-alcoholic beverage (also known as a virgin drink) is defined in the U.S. as a beverage that contains less than 0.5% alcohol by volume.[1] Non-alcoholic versions of some alcoholic beverages, such as non-alcoholic beer ("near beer") and cocktails ("mocktails"), are widely available where alcoholic beverages are sold. [[ accor. to WIKI ]]

They're actually pretty good and who can ever beat FREE REFILLS, right?

Sparkling Raspberry Lemonade

For mine, I ordered the recommended "Sparkling Raspberry Lemonade" for the reason that I like raspberries and lemonade. The flavor tastes like Sprite with Raspberry flavoring, as someone who's easily amused, I loved it~ ❤

Peach Iced Tea

Second, for Roka. She decided to get the "Peach iced Tea". She's into teas, so why not?

For our entree, we're both not really that hungry. Our server, a nice guy I could not remember the name (sorry), vouched that the Hawaiian Mahi Mahi is a good choice and since we also mentioned we were sharing and got an interesting surprise. We got 2 plates! He split the plates in half which for me, I find really enticed.

"Hawaiian Mahi Mahi"

"I want the Mahi Mahi but I'm not very hungry so can I just get the one Mahi?"

Description on the website - Oven roasted, glazed mahi-mahi served over stir-fried vegetables and roasted pineapple fried rice mixed with a spicy soy ginger sauce then topped with slivered snow peas, red bell peppers and sesame seeds. PRICE: ★★★☆☆ FOOD QUALITY: ★★★★☆ OVERALL: ★★★☆☆

Truth be told, they weren't kidding when they said that the Mahi Mahi is an Enlightned Entree for it really felt light. So we decided to order an Appretizer that was served AFTER the entree. Call it OCD but I was a bit taken aback but whatever we ordered the Mahi first so it kind of made sense.

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"Spinach Stuffed Mushrooms"

Look at that feta Cheese melt

It comes in a plate of 6, so it's enough for a 2 person serving

Description on the website - Filled with a blend of fresh spinach, BJ's own spinach and artichoke dip, feta cheese, chopped mushrooms, herb bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese, then sprinkled with crispy bread crumbs and drizzled with lemon pesto sauce. PRICE: ★★★☆☆ FOOD QUALITY: ★★★★★ OVERALL: ★★★★★

I really loved the mushrooms and would definitely recommend it to anyone with a savory palette, the tender texture of the mushrooms and the scrumptious kick of the spinach combined together just makes your mouth-water that is then satisfied by the exotic flavor of the lemon pesto sauce. Truly amazing~

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{Since I'm doing this a lot, I'm making this a semi-permanent thing on my posts}

I find the ceiling quite minimalist-friendly. I adore these type of structures.

Roka and I waiting to be seated.

Another shot of the Hawaiian Mahi Mahi.

FINE, last picture... 

If it isn't stressed enough, my best friend and I had a blast at BJ's and we'll definitely go back. the Hawaiian Mahi Mahi is great and looks quite easy to make, so we'll be attempting that at home when the Mahi season dies down, which is never.. so yay! ＼（Ｔ∇Ｔ）／

Once again, whoever just happens to visit or stumble onto my blog, I would like to say thank you, I really do appreciate it. 

THANK YOU FOR TUNING IN~

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Places // doMINIONnating Arclight

Hello everyone~❤

I guess this post is more about Word Cesspool than Places but whatever, I've never been to Arclight near my neighborhood. 

I've always been so cheap about my movies but this time it's different.

The ever famous Arclight cinemas sign.

 My best friend was feeling under the weather and like any other best friends out there, what do you do? You try EVERYTHING. ＼（＾ ＾）／

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"The only way to have a friend is to be one."
- Author Unknown

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Roka!

 When we went inside, I was expecting a lot of people like what you see in other movie theaters such as AMC or Pacific Theaters, but I was wrong; the place only has a fair amount of people. Once inside, you'll see a full bar on the far left from the entrance and since Roka and I are both under 21, we just went straight to the line. Also on the left just after the bar part of the theater, you'll see this amazing wall of movies that illuminates the whole place.

From old to new movies!

I was dead wrong when I said it's not crowded, apparently this theater does most sales online, therefore, even though it was only 7:30 PM, we reserved the 9:45 PM one so we could get the good seats. We decided to watch... Yes, you guessed it "Despicable Me 2".
I believe if anyone's feeling down and blue, the minions will turn that upside-down for you! 
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I have a thing with clocks. I think they're just so sophisticated.

The theater was pretty massive compared to the other ones and it only has 8 mins of trailers! Kinda saves you a whole lotta' time if you're not really into trailers (which I am, sadly) but yeah, afterwards we were instructed to turn off our phones so here's a snap of us before the movie.

Cheese!

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On our way to dinner, I forced her to pose

Smile :D

If you don't do anything whenever your friend, especially your best friend is down, then shame on you really... Shame on you.

A Best friend is someone who will be there even though you're gross as a slug, I swear. They will accept everything about you. If they don't, trust that they will try to tell you XD.

Anyways, moving on.. I decided to treat her to the movies whilst she treats us for dinner. Roka is somewhat like a sister to me, a confidant I can trust on. My Ride or Die chick ( ^ _ - )

I think the best way to end this post, is to put most of my favorite quotes about best friends.
I hope you like them
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"Best friends: the ones you can only be mad at for so long because you have important things to tell them."
- Author Unknown

"We are best friends. Always remember that if you fall, I will pick you up…after I finish laughing."
- Author Unknown

"A good friend knows all your stories. A best friend has lived them with you."
- Author unknown

"True friends do not judge each other, they judge people together."
- Author unknown

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Review // Dermalogica - Total Eye Care with spf 15

Hey everyone~

So as promised on this post, I am back for another review from one of the staple products I use for my dehydrated face for this Summer Season. I am going to review ...

"Dermalogica - Total Eye Care w/ SPF 15 "

This tube is actually pretty small as it came from the Dermalogica Dry Skin Kit at Ulta for about $37.00, not bad for a whole beginner set including cleanser, exfoliate, moisturizer and a toner along with a "gift". 

I actually bought this kit way back so I apologize that I don't have any pictures of them.

Out of all of them, I really like this one. It came in a 4 mL tube [i know, it's pretty minuscule] but I've been using it for about 2-3 months daily and I think it's time to replace it.

Really cute and tiny.

The tube is permanently closed and to be able to open it you have to cut a tiny hole up on the tip of the nozzle.  Since the material is pretty thick, it doesn't spill like I thought it would. 

DIRECTIONS: Gently pat around eye area. Use daily. WARNINGS: For external use only, not to be swallowed. Avoid contact with eyes. If contact occurs, flush thoroughly with water. If irritation develops, discontinue use. Do not use on infants under 5 months old.

:Here's how I use it: 

I squeeze out a dollop of the product onto my ring finger and pat it directly on my eyelids and/or black circle area until its fully blended to your skin.

for picture reference, I used my hand.

The actual product is pretty thick like a BB cream but easier to apply than a concealer. It's not as heavy as such, although I find it really hard to blend when you're in a hurry to catch your train or just really late with anything.

The product is good for the whole day. For a sample, it really impressed me. The SPF in the product boosts my confidence for facing the harsh summer sun as well, since I don't have to put sunblock on my eye area every time I go out. It doesn't have a foul smell of sunblock which I like really much.

This product did not give me milia. 

PRICE : ★★★☆☆            -- For the price of $37.00, I believe there are much better products, although this ones amazing, it really isn't  frugal-friendly. WHAT I LIKE ABOUT IT :           -- The SPF. Even though it only offers up to 15, it's still a pretty decent amount to put in your eye.           -- The size. It's very compact and travel-sized good if you're always on the go.           --  The smell is amazing. It smells like powder. You can't really smell it that much tough since its applied on your eye area... haha.           --  The tube makes it easy to put on the ring finger. One squeeze and you're off. WHAT I  DON'T LIKE ABOUT IT :         -/- Since it doesn't have a cap or any form of closing, it kind of bothered me whenever I use it.           -/- When you're almost done with the tube, it gets harder and harder to use; imagine when you're running out of toothpaste but with a thicker material for a tube.           -/- It's hard to blend in and have to at least spend a couple of minutes to dry before you apply foundation which gets very annoying over time.            WOULD I REPURCHASE IT?         --  Sadly, no. I love this product but as I said before in my Clinique post, I have an ongoing search but for now this will do. And for $37.00 for a whole kit, I believe this is a good product to try out.

Altogether, I am definitely elated to have discovered Dermalogica, it's one of the very few products I've used that didn't give me any allergic effects. Clinique is one of them too but my main problem area are my eyes. I have panda eyes. Luckily, my glasses cover them like a concealer would but sometimes it gets to you, y'know. Therefore, I am still searching how to at least alleviate these problem eyes of mine. Sadly, Dermalogica  is a good but mediocre product. I would recommend it for beginners but if you're a bit more on the experienced side who's looking for an affordable skin care, The Dry Kit is not for you. I heard that they have the Age Smart Starter Kit. I would love to give it a try, but later on when the price is right.

As always, 

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Review // Clinique: dramatically different moisturizing lotion

Hello!

As promised, i did make a review for one of the few staple products I use for my desiccated face.

Just a little background about my face: 

I have an Asian skin. Dry and Sensitive at its finest. 

I never thought I have dry skin since my family has acne-prone and oily face types. Pretty gullible of me, I know, but I was never into these things until recently. My face is at it's driest during the winter but still as crackly during the rest of the season. My dad, who has the oiliest face I know in my family, kept on insisting I use the products he uses when I first encountered a pimple. Being so foolish and obedient, I kept on using skincare products for oily and acne-prone face types, hence, I developed a very sensitive skin.

I went years avoiding skin products because I would always have dreadful reactions to it such as redness, breakouts and itchiness.

This is a one-time post only.

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Onward with the product.

Please do take note that this is the *LOTION* and not the GEL as they are for  2 different face type.

This review is only for Very Dry or Dry-combination face types.

"Clinique - dramatically different moisturizing lotion"

This product comes in a 4.2 FL / 125 mL bottle with a pump.

DESCRIPTION ON THE BOTTLE SAYS:   - Works to soften, smooth and improve the texture and condition of your skin. Apply twice a day. For best results, use after Facial Soap and Clarifying Lotion.

A pump or two is really all you need for a full coverage. it gives pretty fair amount and it has a very subtle smell of water. The smell isn't really off-putting as it reminds me of water whenever I'm applying it to my face.

Unlike most moisturizing lotions, the texture of this product is very watery and has a soapy quality to it as you apply it. The product, as labeled on their website description, is a "...lightweight "moisture drink" slips easily onto the skin and absorbs quickly, leaving skin comfortable, soft, and healthy looking." 

Alas, its time to end this post with a conclusion.

PRICE : ★★★☆☆            -- For the price of $25.00, I believe there are much better products.  Not really frugal-friendly. WHAT I LIKE ABOUT IT :         -- The simplicity of using it. Just 2 pumps, a little rubs & you're good to go.            --  The smell is not as potent as the other moisturizers.            --  It doesn't leave your skin sticky like most. Very lightweight to the face as well.           -- The packaging is very sturdy, you cannot imagine how many times I have dropped this bottle, it's pathetic. WHAT I  DON'T LIKE ABOUT IT :         -/- The pump is very unhygienic, I don't know about you guys, but I like my stuff clean and it usually leaves a mess when I use it..           -/- The cap is very inconvenient (I'm just nitpicking right now) but I usually don't have time, so I bring the bottle out with me most of the time. Since the cap isn't attached to anything but the bottle itself when you're closing it, it's very easy to lose. I'm very fortunate that I haven't lost it yet.            WOULD I REPURCHASE IT?         --  Sadly, no. I like this moisturizer more than I had hoped but with the price that it comes with, it's really not fitting with my budget. I would suggest this to people who just wants the job done (again, for DRY skin ya'll), and is very sensitive to potent smelling fragrances in a skin product.

I have been using this product for quite awhile now and as someone who has a sensitive, it's been really doing it's job. With regular use, I believe this 125 mL bottle can last up to a year. I've been using this product for 5 months and I'm already half-way done.

As you can see I am half-way done with the bottle *_*

Altogether, I'm glad I got to try this product out. For the price, it's really not that bad. It does the job pretty well. Not sticky and is perfect for the summer. 

I will keep looking for other moisturizers though because my skin is Very Dry, whereas this product is focused on Very Dry to Dry-Combination skin which is in-between. 

Thank you for reading my review. I apologize if it's not that helpful. I, too, am a lurker who just happens to stand up and share my insights with this product. 

I hope you guys liked it~ 

Thanks for tuning in!

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EXTRA: For those who are wondering what I look like, I scanned through my files and dug this picture for you all to see. Honestly, it literally took me an hour to pull a decent picture and this was months ago too. 

I personally don't like taking pictures of myself alone, usually it's with people.

Me, taken with a potato.