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My Blogging Journey: Lessons, Challenges, and Hard Truths

  Every blogger starts somewhere. And for me, that was in 2024, with zero experience in writing, SEO, or web design. Here’s how it all began and what I’ve learned along the way.   How it all Started - 2024 Back in 2024, I had no experience setting up a blog or managing a website. At that time, I was helping with my sister’s business and realized her store needed to be searchable on Google. That’s when the idea of starting a blog sparked in my mind.   I had no clue how to start – no background in writing, no knowledge of SEO, and no idea of what tools to use. What I only have was diligence . That alone took me further than I expected. In August 2024, I launched my very first blog using a free platform.   Even though it was a free platform, I spent a lot of time planning everything – from the site name to the tagline, the menu items (where you’ll find the different buttons like Home, About, Categories, Blog/Posts, Contact Page , and others). These might see...

Meet the FIVB Men’s World stars’ biggest inspirations

Watch the international tournament wrap up hot this weekend – only on Cignal TV that comes with your PLDT Home Fiber Unli All Plan 1399! For the star athletes playing at the FIVB Men’s Volleyball World Championship, a life of competition means immense sacrifice – especially when it comes to family life. The way to provide for their families is often through the rigorous and intense sports schedules far away from the ones they love most. What gives them the strength to play at the highest level? More often than not, it's that same love that awaits them off the court. Their home – not a physical place, but a feeling – is wherever their family is. Here, we list down some of these men’s volleyball idols wearing their hero hat both on and off the court. We also pay tribute to their partners, children, and more supporters cheering them on from the sidelines. Benjamin Toniutti (France) As the 10-year veteran setter and captain of the French national team, as well as a professional player...

Things I Add to Cart but Never Buy

Whenever I’m in the middle of a tiring workday, I would make little promises to myself – sleep early, wake up, clean, maybe cook, or even do at least 30 minutes of exercise before my next shift. I always push myself to get things done, to be productive. By the end of the day, a few hours are gone, wasted on procrastinating sleep, doom scrolling on social media, and my ultimate guilty pleasure – adding things to my cart I’ll never actually buy.  As I scroll, a lot of posts inspire me and I’m kind of sorting things I think I need. Planning for outfits that look so good for an imaginary event, cute home essentials that would lift my mood; I love looking at desk organizers, cute mugs, a warm table lamp, aesthetic table pieces, or cute pillows or blankets. My cart is also packed with toys as potential gifts for the kids in my family and in the community this coming Christmas. And then there are the kitchen appliances I need to finally try those saved cooking videos from months ago. (I t...

Discover the Masterpiece in Every Stunning Detail with Ultra Chroma Camera Technology and Redefined Super Symbol Design of the HUAWEI Pura 80, Now Available for PHP 47,999

Capture the richness of life’s moments with the HUAWEI Pura 80, a smartphone that blends timeless elegance with powerful performance designed just for you. It transforms everyday memories into works of art, capturing every detail in true color with its Ultra Chroma XMAGE Camera. Paired with a frosted glass matte skin-friendly design and AI-powered features, the HUAWEI Pura 80 delivers both style and convenience in one device. Now available in the Philippines, the HUAWEI Pura 80 comes in Black, Gold, and White at PHP 47,999. The HUAWEI Pura 80 also comes bundled with exclusive freebies worth PHP 22,798, including a HUAWEI WATCH GT 5 worth PHP 12,999, trade-in tokens worth PHP 5,000, and HUAWEI Care+ worth PHP 4,799. The promo will run from September 12 to September 30, 2025. Turn Landscapes, Portraits, and Greenery into Colorful Masterpieces Memories deserve to be captured exactly as they are seen, and with its Ultra Chroma XMAGE Camera, the HUAWEI Pura 80 preserves every detail in vibr...

foodpanda Celebrates Partnership and Excellence at CRAVE Awards 2025 in Davao

Davao City, Philippines — foodpanda lit up the south with its signature pink as it hosted the CRAVE Partner Summit & Awards 2025 at Acacia Hotel Davao on September 10. CRAVE—short for Celebrating Relationships & Advancing Valuable Experiences —gathered top restaurant and retail partners for a night of recognition, collaboration, and celebration. CRAVE The Pink Gala paid tribute to Davao’s vibrant culture and its role as a hub for growth and innovation. More than 150 attendees, including local entrepreneurs, brand partners, and community builders, came together to honor their shared journey with foodpanda. Daniel Jaramillo, Managing Director of foodpanda Philippines, discussing the company’s journey and vision. Guests were treated to a glamorous evening filled with cultural performances, live music, and engaging activities, capped by the much-anticipated CRAVE Awards. The spotlight shone on outstanding partners whose passion and performance have contributed greatly to fo...