Kissing the Sun | Sunrise Shot

I seldom wake up before sunrise. But where you're in paradise, would you miss the rising of the sun? I certainly would not. I witnessed the blue hour, the golden hour, and there you can see me kissing the mightiness of that scorching hot ball of fire. This blazing giant is on my hand, what a wonderful day!

This photo was taken by Cal on Independence Day, June 12, 2013, at Botona Beach Resort, Mati City.

Tough Love | 100% Natural Home Care

Going organic and natural with your home care line is now made affordable by Human Heart Nature.

Introducing… Tough Love by Human Nature, a genuinely natural and affordable brand of home care products that lets you be tough where it matters and loving where it counts! Tough Love Natural Dishwashing Liquid (99.97% Natural), Natural Liquid Detergent (100% Natural) and Natural Powder Detergent (100% Natural) makes sure you’re tough on grease, dirt and stains while being gentle on your family’s health, their skin and our environment. They're absolutely free of phosphates, chlorine, bleach, dyes, enzymes, petroleum, synthetic fragrances, optical brighteners, and other harmful chemicals present in common household cleaners. 

Laundry detergents are notorious for the poisonous effects they have on aquatic life. This doesn't mean you have to go soft on dirty laundry though! Tough Love Natural Liquid Detergent (Php329.75, 950ml) and Natural Powder Detergent (Php199.75, 1000g) makes sure your family's clothes smell fresh clean with no harsh chemical residue leftover, leaving your fabrics kinder to your skin. Suffering from skin allergies like contact dermatitis? Switch to this chemical irritant-free detergent to feel the relief on your skin! 

Doing the dishes ain't fun especially when you're draining toxic chemicals back into our waterways. But not with our natural dishwashing liquid! Mean on the grease yet kind to your skin, Tough Love Natural Dishwashing Liquid’s (Php99.75, 250ml, Php169.75, 500ml) perky grapefruit-orange scent will make doing the dishes a chore you will actually adore! Not to mention it’ll cut down on time and water usage too! Yup, this light formula cuts through grease swiftly and rinses off easily. Ta-da! The dishes are done in half the time. So rub-a-dub-dub the dirt and stains away! Tough Love by Human Nature let you do your cleaning with a clean conscience!

I have started using these products and I am beyond satisfied. The liquid detergent has been launched much earlier back in December 2012 and I have been hooked since. I like using it for my delicate clothes and intimates. It's nice to be used when hand washing because it won't dry your hands. It is also very easy to clean and though it is tough on dirt, it remains gentle to the fabric, gentle to your hands, and gentle to the environment as well.

Tough Love Powder Detergent is my mom's favorite. My meticulous mother has already tried and tested this natural powder detergent and she's more than convinced to use this for her laundry duties using our trusty washing machine. Although this natural powder detergent is unscented, it really gives our clothes the "clean scent," it is not flowery like your typical fabric conditioner but it sure does eliminate any odor from your clothes. My sister is also quite impressed with this natural powder detergent because she noticed that the deodorant stains in her uniform were thoroughly cleaned by this detergent and, what's best is that she was spared from those embarrassing times when her uniform starts to smell bad in the middle of the day due to other commercial detergents' residue sticking to the fabric.

Of course, Tough Love Natural Dishwashing Liquid is also a star on its own. It's very good in cleaning dishes and it's also very easy to rinse. The grease-cutting power is not very exceptional, though. But this tough dishwashing liquid is not only a dish cleaner but a good hand soap as well.

Let's all do our share in making a healthier Earth. One thing that we can do is to use products which do not spread harmful and toxic chemicals to our waterways that would eventually find their way to the soil or to our seas. If you care for your whole family and if you care enough for the environment, let's switch now to natural home care products.

Tough Love Natural Home Care line may be purchased in Davao City and online at Trendsetters Fashion Boutique.

Home Improvement Using Wrought Iron

Wrought iron can provide a venerable, rustic look to any home, but that doesn't mean wrought iron has to be antique or salvage. Wrought iron railings can be manufactured custom to fit any home, giving it an air of class with unmatched structural reliability.

Wrought iron balusters can turn any staircase from a mundane necessity in a multilevel home to a centerpiece of the architecture that will tie the room together and accentuate the rest of your decor. Whether you prefer simple, hammered-flat designs, more elegant twists, or even artistic touches like crafted leaves and natural patterns, wrought iron is an ideal choice that will persist with your home.

The application of wrought iron is more than just an investment in the decor of your home; it's an investment in your home's value. Wrought iron's durability and desirability make it a very attractive selling-point in the eyes of real estate professionals, which in turn means it is a very attractive option to raise the value of your home.

Whether you are looking to augment the gravitas of your dream home or raise the value of a home for sale, wrought iron is an excellent choice for your stairs, railings and other decor. You don't need to turn to salvage shops and antique stores to struggle to find the right wrought iron components. Modern wrought iron is still available, and no less gorgeous.

Traversing the Footpath

Whew! I was really scared while I was walking along this pedestrian overpass located in Commonwealth Avenue in Quezon City. I was scared because I could see through those flimsy wire fence and the footpath is made of iron sheets (I think), and I have this weird imagination that it would give up -if I make a wrong step.

Pedestrian overpasses here in Davao are made of concrete and they are not as long as this one. This really frightened me and it was funny because all I think that I was the only person in that overpass who was acting weirdly constantly praying that I wouldn't fall off as I made the steps.

Kitchen and Bath Design Ideas

Have you ever thought of remodeling your kitchen or bathroom? Did you just copy bathroom and kitchen designs from a feature of Living Asia or Home World? Wherever your inspiration for the remodeling, it is always best to consult the experts in the home services industry.

A remodeling project is not easy, specially if you're on a tight budget. But don't worry because a kitchen remodeling contractor Minneapolis is just a phone call away. If you are very curious about what they do, simply visit them at Inspiration Design Center, 2200 W. Highway 13, Burnsville, MN 55337. Schedule your visit by calling them at 952-767-1818. 

So what what's great about bathroom remodeling by Inspiration Design Center? 

Seamless bathroom renovation. The bathroom is a sanctuary. It's where you connect to yourself. If you're considering remodeling your bathroom to suit your own unique style and personality, a Design Consultant can take you to endless possibilities. The renovation will have to start with what you want to achieve for your bathroom so that it will give you the most luxurious bath experience and your design consultant will guide you through the process in choosing the right products, facilities, and amenities to get the desired design and functions.

Instant installation. Do you know that some of the unique bath fixtures found at the Inspiration Design Center can be installed in as little as 8 hours? The fast service could be attributed to their excellent craftmanship and experience which is no less than 60 years. You can have your dream bathroom in less than a day.

Full showroom. Hungry from remodeling ideas? Visiting their showroom would fill you to the brim. Bathroom amenities such as cabinets, sinks, shower room fixtures, and everything you need to complete you dream bathroom may be found at their showroom. You can even pick one of their pre-designed models for a quick installation to your home.

Kitchen and bathroom remodeling is not an easy task. But with the right consultant and with a wide array of selections, you can achieve the look and feel of your dream kitchen or bathroom in no time. Just always remember that there are a lot of companies that offer these services and it's up to you to pick the best among these home service providers.