by Penny Angeles-Tan | May 12, 2022 | Book Reviews
Who doesn’t love a good office romance, right? I started My Boss is Clueless by Angela Lynn Carver on Goodnovel then when I discovered that it is on Amazon, I went ahead and bought the ebook for $4.99! It might sound pricey, but believe me, it is cheaper than reading it on the other app.
Ivan Adams is the CEO of Adams Corp. As usual, he is good-looking and brilliant. Ariel Young is his assistant. Ivan is a difficult boss to work for as he is quite demanding and calls on her any time of the day … but she needs this job so Ariel perseveres.
A funny encounter involving dry cleaning and a just-showered Ivan leads them both down a path neither anticipated but are helpless to resist!
Ariel is losing her mind! But she keeps her sanity when she starts writing a steamy novel on the sly with thoughts of self-publishing later. Meanwhile, there are suspicions of a corporate spy and she has become a suspect.
I love stories that make me laugh and make me eagerly want to turn to the next page. This story does have steamy scenes but most of them are not even between the main characters, but are excerpted in the novel the secretary, Ariel, is secretly writing!
Angela Lynn Carver is one of those authors that write good stories but need help with editing. Get past that and you are sure to enjoy yourself 100%. My Boss is Clueless by Angela Lynn Carver can be found on Amazon and Goodnovel.
by Penny Angeles-Tan | May 12, 2022 | Book Reviews
The Alpha’s Saviour by Reece Barden is so well-written that I just couldn’t put it down! I started reading it at night and finished in the afternoon of the following day. If not for the need to sleep, I would most likely have read it straight and finished before noon.
I started reading this on Goodnovel because the premise intrigued me. I mean … how often do Alphas need to be saved? Anyone who has read a shifter/werewolf romance knows that the Alpha is the strongest werewolf there is and, often, if anyone needs saving, it is the heroine of the story. As an added twist, she is human and knows nothing about the world of shifters and fated mates.
Reading their romance unfold was such a page-turner. Cooper’s hesitation to let people know that Hayley is his mate to protect her caused her to doubt his feelings for her and the status of their relationship.
While stories between werewolves and humans are not unheard of, it is not that common. I found Reece’s take on it interesting and worth pursuing.
If you would like to read this story, you can find it on Goodnovel and on Amazon in Kindle and paperback versions.
by Penny Angeles-Tan | May 11, 2022 | Bon Appetit
Here at home, mashed potatoes are probably among the dishes my family enjoys the most. Here at home Wednesday is my assigned day to cook dinner. I’ve been serving grilled steaks and mashed potatoes and waiting for my family to complain about the repetition but, it hasn’t happened. As a matter of fact, they keep asking for it. 😁
Thankfully, mashed potatoes are straightforward to make. I don’t understand why there is even such a thing as instant mashed potatoes because, honestly, preparing it is so simple, that it may as well be instant. But I guess instant mashed potatoes are really geared more toward people who do not want to have to deal with peeling potatoes.
Over the years I have developed my own technique for making this yummy side dish. It may not be original (I’m sure someone else is doing it this way) but through experimentation, I’ve found this to be the most efficient way to make it. Traditional recipes will tell you to wash the potatoes, boil them with the skin on, then when they are cooked, you peel the potatoes before mashing them.
That does not work for me.
- Hot potatoes are not easy to handle.
- If you wait until the potatoes are cool enough to handle and peel easily, it makes them more challenging to mash properly and infuse with flavor.
This is why I like to do things differently. I like to peel and slice the potatoes BEFORE cooking them.
Here is my version of mashed potatoes. Enjoy! 🙂
Mashed Potatoes
Mashed potatoes are a good side dish to anything fried or grilled.
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Cook Time15 minutes mins
Total Time30 minutes mins
Course: Side Dish
Keyword: potatoes
Author: Penny Angeles-Tan
- 1 kilo potatoes I prefer using the big ones, as it means less potatoes to peel but, really, the size does not affect the taste so use whatever is available.
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1 cup milk If you want the mashed potatoes to be creamier, go ahead and add more!
- 2 tbsps. salted butter A lot of recipes you will find online will tell you to use unsalted butter. I say, bring on the salt! It just means I have to add less (or not at all) at the final tasting.
- salt, pepper, and other spices to taste
by Penny Angeles-Tan | May 11, 2022 | Beauty
Blush is a versatile beauty essential. With the right blush, you can brighten up your face with just a few gentle swipes! Yet, the wide array of blush colors at beauty counters often leave women confused about what shades complement their skin the best, or which hues go well with a specific look. Worry not — finding the shade that works best on your skin tone shouldn’t be hard. A good rule of thumb women should follow is that the darker the skin tone, the deeper the blush shade should be.
Careline Oil-Control Blush-On comes in eleven shades to match every skin tone
The expanded shade range of Careline Oil-Control Blush-On offers a wide variety of colors to match the different skin tones of Filipinas. It also offers a fade-free flawless finish that can last for hours and, despite its highly pigmented formula, it delivers a natural-looking finish on the cheeks. Careline Oil-Control Blush-On also has a soft texture that blends perfectly into the skin without caking, allowing a buildable color intensity.
Check out this selection of blush colors perfect for every skin tone:
Fair skin tones.
For those with fair or light skin tones, the best blush shades are soft pink, light coral, and peach. Soft pink shades can give a natural look while peachy coral shades can give a pop of color to your cheeks. For fair skin tone, try wearing Careline Oil-Control Blush-On in shades of Charming Pink, Touch of Pink, Pinkish Blush, and Peach Glow.
Medium skin tones.
Having a medium skin tone means you have a little more freedom when it comes to experimenting with richer colors. If you’re looking for something slightly bolder, you can opt for popping pinks, bright corals, or warmer mauve shades. Careline Oil-Control Blush-On can help you achieve a more daring look with Rosy Cheek, Red Velvet, and Fresh Tomato shades.
Dark skin tones.
When it comes to the best blush for deep and dark skin tones, you can feel free to pull off dramatic, rich tones without having to worry about creating an overly harsh contrast. Red and orange shades are particularly flattering on dark skin tones, as well as shades of brown. Women with dark skin tones will also look wonderful in deep fuchsia, berry, warm brown, raisin, and tangerine blush shades. Feel free to be adventurous with Careline Oil-Control Blush-On in shades of Berry Pop, Orange Bliss, Starlight Shine, and Pinch of Plum.
Swipe the right pop of color and make your look entirely your own with Careline Oil-Control Blush-On. Available on Careline’s official page on Lazada (bit.ly/CarelineLazada) and Shopee (bit.ly/CarelineShopeePH), and in leading supermarkets and department stores nationwide. For more updates, visit and like Careline on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/CarelineCosmetics), Instagram, and Tiktok (@carelineph).
by Penny Angeles-Tan | May 10, 2022 | Book Reviews
The Hybrid Alpha by Bryant is different from most of the shifter romances I have read because it deals with a same-sex relationship which is not usually tackled in popular shifter stories. However, Bryant does it in such a fun and playful way that even those who might otherwise have a problem with it should be able to enjoy most of it.
Alpha heir Andre D’Amore is fabulous to the core! From a very young age, he knew he was gay and he had no problem letting people know it. Thankfully, he has a supportive family. Andre is impulsive, fun and fab, and always the life of the party. At the same time, as an Alpha, he is also strong, charismatic, authoritative, and effective in leading the pack as interim Alpha while his father is indisposed.
Capt. Darren Delaney of Bloodmoon is sent to Incubi by the Bloodmoon Alpha Logan to aid the Incubi in the war against Madonie. A few minutes after landing they are immediately pulled into an encounter with Madonie.
Of all the places for Darren to sense his mate, he didn’t expect it to be on a battlefield in Italy. Imagine his surprise when the wolf shifted to human form to discover his mate is male. All his life he saw himself as straight, he was never even in a gay relationship. But as Andre says, Darren may never have been gay before, but he is gay for Andre. After all, the Moon Goddess does not make mistakes.
If you are looking for a story that will make you giggle from start to finish, then this is the story for you. You can read this as a stand-alone but of course, it would be more fun if you’ve read Alpha of Nightmares first. I enjoyed every moment of reading it and when you finally get to the sex scenes … phew! fans self Super hot!
You can read The Hybrid Alpha by Bryant on Goodnovel. I am eagerly awaiting its release on Amazon in both Kindle and paperback format. I hope it happens soon.
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Apr 21, 2022 | Discounts, Sales, and Giveaways
Families are in for an exciting treat as JS Unitrade (JSU), the makers of the leading EQ Baby Diapers, hosts its EQ Super Brand Day on Lazada on April 18-22, 2022! For this Super Brand Day, JSU and Lazada give you and your family the chance to enjoy special discounts of up to 50% off on EQ & Genius Baby Diapers and other JSU’s best value products that are reasonably priced yet of great quality – Feminine Care products (Charmee Napkins, Pantyliners, and Feminine Wipes), Incontinence Care (Caress Adult Diapers and Underpads, Hy-Pants and Secure Adult Pull-Up Pants), Baby Wipes (Nursy and EQ Baby Wipes), Cleansing & Disinfecting Wipes (Hy-5), Household Paper Towels (Tidy & Kitchenmate), and Oral Care products (Jordan).
In line with JSU’s mission to enable Filipinos to improve and advance the everyday lives of their families, they introduced some breakthrough products which you can also avail of on the upcoming EQ Super Brand Day.
For first-time parents out there, you can ensure that your baby is mess-free and thoroughly clean with EQ Baby Wipes. It is made with 99% pure water and has no harmful chemicals, making sure your baby gets the gentlest care and utmost protection they deserve.
On the other hand, for those women who want to go about their day with full comfort and confidence during their extra heavy flow period days, they have an ally with Charmee Menstrual Pants! It offers ultimate protection to prevent leaks and comes in an underwear-like design to help you feel at ease.
For those who are experiencing loss of bladder or bowel control, you don’t need to suffer in silence and let the condition control your life. You can enjoy your day to the fullest like spending quality time or enjoying a great time outdoors with friends and family, without having to worry about leaks with the help of Hy-Pants Adult Underwear. These pull-up pants are designed to help you manage your incontinence condition without any worries, with your dignity and self-esteem intact.
Other perks available on EQ Super Brand Day include shipping vouchers, promo packs, and freebies. Watch out for JSU’s Lazada LazLive on April 18, Monday, at 5 PM to score awesome deals on all JSU products and get a chance to be one of the lucky viewers to win exciting raffle prizes. You can follow and watch the Livestream on the official Facebook pages of JSU brands: EQ: http://www.facebook.com/EQDiapers, Charmee: http://www.facebook.com/CharmeeFeminineProtection, Caress: http://www.facebook.com/CaressPH, Nursy: http://www.facebook.com/NursyBabyWipes and Jordan Oral Care: http://www.facebook.com/JordanOralCarePh.
With this EQ Super Brand Day on Lazada, get yourself and your loved ones the best value products that will enrich your lives in small but meaningful ways. For more information and updates, visit https://jsunitrade.com/.
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Apr 13, 2022 | Personal Care Tips
Manila, Philippines – The eyes are the windows to the soul. While a bold eye shadow will definitely catch anyone’s attention, lashes with visible length and volume will keep them coming back for more!
So if you’re wondering how you can up your allure for the next date night, lock everyone’s attention during presentations, or simply bring the focus on your eyes while wearing a face mask – here are foolproof ways you can create lashes that stand out in terms of both length and volume, no falsies needed.
Curl your lashes first, girl
Some ladies, especially those on the go, might skip this step before applying mascara to instantly up their lash game. However, a simple preparation will give you that extra edge.
The secret? Curling your lashes for about ten seconds. This gives it enough time to be bent to a more ideal shape while also respecting how delicate lashes actually are – once is enough! After that, you can apply a lash primer or a clear mascara which helps lengthen the lashes and reduce clumps. Let it stay and dry before applying the regular mascara.
Avoid the clumps
Being at home for a while gave us fewer chances to need lashes with extra oomph. This might have affected the mascara formula, which when applied could result in clumpiness.
Set your mascara back to its original consistency by warming the tube (with the cap tightly secured, of course!) in a glass of hot water for a couple of minutes. When taking out the wand, don’t dip it; twirl it instead to evenly distribute the formula onto the brush. Still have some excess? Wipe the brush on a clean tissue before applying it to your lashes for an even spread.
Start at the root and wiggle your way up
Taken from https://www.ipsy.com/blog/how-to-apply-mascara
For mascara newbies, it might make sense to apply the product right at the tip but that’s actually one of the beauty no-nos.
Start by wiggling the brush at the base of your lashes, and then start pulling up while maintaining that wiggling motion to keep the lashes separate from each other and create that desired illusion of full lashes. A flick of the wrist upward as you reach the end also extends the curl.
Take time to layer your lashes
Remember: applying mascara to your lashes adds a layer of product to your natural hair follicles. With each layer applied, the more length your lashes will have, so take time to build it up as you go.
Aside from the clear mascara or primer mentioned earlier, a quick and easy way to add layers is by applying translucent powder in between coats of mascara, which will help the product cling to your lashes and make them thicker as you go. You could also mix and match other variants like waterproof mascara to make sure they’re protected from the elements.
When it comes to your lashes – size matters
You’re already making a huge effort to make your lashes stand out, so keep everything on fleek by using Avon’s new and exclusive Legendary Lengths Mascara.
Avon Legendary Lengths Mascara
Extend your lashes up to 50% with 3x the volume thanks to the next generation polymers expertly formulated in the product, applied with the Instalength tapered brush, giving you 100% Lash Satisfaction from root to tip that can last all day.
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“Why choose between length and volume when you can have both?”, says social media sensation Mimiyuuuh, who refuses to settle when it comes to her look and the beauty products that she uses. With the help of Avon Legendary Lengths Mascara, Mimi turns heads with volumized and longer lashes that are just to die for, without having to compromise one for the other.
To get your own Legendary Lengths Mascara, contact an Avon Representative near you or visit www.avonshop.ph to purchase.
About Avon
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by Penny Angeles-Tan | Apr 12, 2022 | Business
As people continue to adapt to the new normal as a result of the global pandemic, so have company owners and how they approach their businesses. With more safety measures in place, many leaders are reconfiguring their workplace to operate better than they have before. If like these business owners, you too are planning to have your own workspace, Filinvest Alabang, Inc. shares these considerations to make the office remarkably safer and healthy for you and your employees:
Open business in a city offering green open spaces.
While Metro Manila has long been the hotspot for various mixed-use developments surrounded by residential, lifestyle, and office spaces, the pandemic has completely changed this perception. Now, more business owners are considering locations outside the saturated and highly congested Manila. The location of Filinvest City, a garden and future-ready central business district with landscaped path walks, means employees and visitors can take leisure walks around the city. Biking is also encouraged with its dedicated bike lanes and signages. Likewise, for commuters, there’s an available eco-loop that roves within the city.
All your lifestyle and essential needs are within reach.
The grand lobby at Parkway Corporate Center exudes corporate elegance giving its guests a welcoming and honorable welcome.
These days, it’s become increasingly important to stay within your own confines to ensure your safety. Parkway, being in a live-work-play CBD, means professionals don’t need to travel far because lifestyle and essential establishments are in close proximity. There are residential options, lifestyle hubs, top-notch academic institutions, world-class hospitals, and government institutions to cater to all needs. Parkway sets the corporate tone within the city as it is specifically located at the exit of SLEX coming into Filinvest City’s economic core, the Spectrum District. With the Skyway, Filinvest City is also just 30 minutes away from the international airport, further making Parkway an ideal spot for every local or multinational business. Likewise, commuters can access Parkway as it is just across Festival Mall in Filinvest City, which offers transportation to Northern and Southern cities.
A corporate establishment that champions sustainability.
The business center at Parkway Corporate Center has a floor to ceiling windows that give natural lighting, making it conducive to productivity.
More and more businesses are becoming conscious of adopting sustainable practices at work. Building a business at Parkway already takes them a step toward a more eco-friendly direction. As a LEED Certified development, Parkway promotes an eco-friendly, clean environment that encourages a sustainable lifestyle for its tenants. Living up to its distinct green building standards, the corporate building features open spaces lined with lush greeneries such as the podium deck garden and pocket balconies on every five floors. These spaces allow employees to take a breather in between work. Meanwhile, Parkway’s glass curtain wall is also double-glazed with a low e-coating to prevent heat and UV radiation. This makes the building more sustainable as well as cost and energy-efficient.
Business upgrade in a prestigious address.
Parkway Corporate Center is strategically nestled in Filinvest City, a garden and future-ready central business district.
Upgrading a business doesn’t just involve changing the company’s systems or structure, it’s also considering the address to add more value to the company. Notably, Parkway is situated in a highly coveted corner lot address that makes it a highly-visible spot so it’s easier to find. Complementing the building’s green features is the building’s modern look and design — by one of the country’s top architectural firms, H1 Architecture and Design — to give a premium to your business.
The fine aesthetics of Parkway exudes a credible and world-class office look providing a prestigious office building you can be proud to call your address. Matched with its prime location, Parkway puts every business to an absolute advantage with its carefully designed architecture bringing businesses to success inside a thriving CBD.
A future-ready corporate space that appreciates over time.
Business owners must always be prepared for the ever-changing socio and economic landscape. For business owners or investors looking for a viable business opportunity, Parkway is a winning choice. Being located inside the thriving Filinvest City provides opportunities for growth.
The city’s land value experienced strong appreciation from its investment as land prices increased by almost 6x, and accommodation values have increased by almost 7x over the last decade.
As the city takes a big leap toward becoming a dynamic business hub, Daphne Sanchez, First Vice President, Filinvest Alabang Inc, said, “Parkway Corporate Center buyers realize that their units will rise in value as more projects are put up in the city to address employees’ and residents’ needs for mobility and the desire to be in a well-integrated live-work-play environment.”
Now ready to accept more tenants, Parkway offers flexible and combinable office units ranging from 36-250sqm to fit the clients’ size requirements. So for business owners aspiring to own future-proof and safe office space in the new normal, have all that and more at Parkway Corporate Center.
“Filinvest Alabang Inc. has always been forward-thinkers. This mindset has allowed us to quickly adapt to the current normal, allowing us to offer a host of properties that cater to the varying needs of our market. It’s no different for Parkway, which has different units that can be customized to fit the vision of companies as they upgrade their business in the new normal,” concluded Daphne Sanchez, First Vice President, Filinvest Alabang Inc.
To know more, visit https://filinvest.com/project/parkway-corporate-center
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Apr 12, 2022 | Events
On a hunt for something eggs-traordinary to do this Easter?
Have your family hop with excitement and treat them to The Great Outdoors Big Easter Bash slated on Sunday, April 17 at the Blue Bay Walk Garden in Pasay City.
Organized by quant shopping retail strip Blue Bay Walk, the event is packed with eggs-citing activities for kids and parents, which will run from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. There will be an Easter Bunny Photo Wall, Easter Egg Arts & Crafts, Easter Egg Hunt, Pet Show, and Easter Story Time.
The event is open to the public and free of charge.
Interested? Register at the official Facebook page of Blue Bay Walk at www.facebook.com/BlueBayWalkOfficial.
Join eggs-citing activities for kids and parents at Blue Bay Walk this Easter Sunday. Register at https://swiy.co/eastersundaycelebration
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Mar 26, 2022 | Book Reviews
This story certainly has steamy scenes that took my breath away but more than the sex their love story was tender. I also love the fact that they are rich is incidental, not crucial, to the story.
Compared to the previous story, though, Jock Blocked by Stephanie Brother is pretty tame. It has that feel of a Cinderella Story where this sweet, loving girl is being oppressed by wicked bridesmaids but is rescued by 3 prince charmings aka the best men.
Three gorgeous men who all happen to be CEOs of their companies and billionaires to boot, find themselves irresistibly attracted to Maddie, a curvy brunette who always saw herself as the “ugly sister”. Kincaid, Jesse, and Brock are quick to prove her otherwise once they were given the opportunity to do so.
There are many heated moments in this story but compared to Stephanie’s other stories this is relatively tame so for reverse harem virgins, this will probably be something they could digest easily.
Grab your copy of Jock Blocked by Stephanie Brother on Amazon.
But there is more to this Cinderella story and you can read the bonus chapter here.
I started reading this on Goodnovel because the premise intrigued me. I mean … how often do Alphas need to be saved? Anyone who has read a shifter/werewolf romance knows that the Alpha is the strongest werewolf there is and, often, if anyone needs saving, it is the heroine of the story. As an added twist, she is human and knows nothing about the world of shifters and fated mates.
Alpha heir Andre D’Amore is fabulous to the core! From a very young age, he knew he was gay and he had no problem letting people know it. Thankfully, he has a supportive family. Andre is impulsive, fun and fab, and always the life of the party. At the same time, as an Alpha, he is also strong, charismatic, authoritative, and effective in leading the pack as interim Alpha while his father is indisposed.
Some ladies, especially those on the go, might skip this step before applying mascara to instantly up their lash game. However, a simple preparation will give you that extra edge.
On a hunt for something eggs-traordinary to do this Easter?
Compared to the previous story, though, Jock Blocked by Stephanie Brother is pretty tame. It has that feel of a Cinderella Story where this sweet, loving girl is being oppressed by wicked bridesmaids but is rescued by 3 prince charmings aka the best men.
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