As Christmas approaches, I pay particular attention to the bazaars and toy fairs that are being held. I've already inked the Christmas Toys and Collectibles Fair 2016 on my calendar as soon as I saw their ads. I didn't really have any particular toy in mind but it's always a joy to browse. I just hated that it was in SM Megamall because parking is terrible there haha So, entrance was P100/head and off we went!
Showing posts with label toys. Show all posts
Showing posts with label toys. Show all posts
Fun Finds at the Christmas Toys and Collectibles 2016
17 December 2016
As Christmas approaches, I pay particular attention to the bazaars and toy fairs that are being held. I've already inked the Christmas Toys and Collectibles Fair 2016 on my calendar as soon as I saw their ads. I didn't really have any particular toy in mind but it's always a joy to browse. I just hated that it was in SM Megamall because parking is terrible there haha So, entrance was P100/head and off we went!
As Christmas approaches, I pay particular attention to the bazaars and toy fairs that are being held. I've already inked the Christmas Toys and Collectibles Fair 2016 on my calendar as soon as I saw their ads. I didn't really have any particular toy in mind but it's always a joy to browse. I just hated that it was in SM Megamall because parking is terrible there haha So, entrance was P100/head and off we went!
Day 1 of Toy Con 2016: Part 2 #ToyConPopLifeFanXperience
10 June 2016
This post is a continuation of our experience during the First Day of Toy Con 2016. The first part of our Day 1 adventures focused on the ToyCon itself, with the Toys and Collectibles booths and exhibits. This time, it's the PopLife FanX side of the event. Halls 3 and 4 were dedicated to this part of the event. Read on to see what the Stan Lee Excelsior Exhibit is all about. Look at the giant, life-sized Funko Pop figures. Check out pictures from the press con with Kristian Nairn, Dean Cain and Daniel Logan.
Day 1 of ToyCon 2016: Part 1 #ToyConPH2016
10 June 2016
Today, Patrick and I attended the ToyCon 2016 + Poplife Fan Xperience event at Halls 1-4 of the SMX at the SM Mall of Asia. The Philippine Toys, Hobbies and Collectibles Convention, shortened to "ToyCon", is now on its 15th year and has partnered with PopLife (makers of the popular Funko Pop figures) and Salt Lake Comic Con producers Dan Farr and Bryan Brandenburg to add another dimension to the event with the highly anticipated "Poplife FanXperience".
The event showcases 3 days (June 10-12) of toys, cosplays, exhibits, performances, panels, photo ops and autograph signings.
For today, we saw the Stan Lee Excelsior Exhibit, attended the Press Con and interview panels with celebrities Kristian Nairn (Hodor of Game of Thrones), Dean Cain (Superman of Lois and Clark) and Daniel Logan (Young Boba Fett of Star Wars) and browsed the many booths and displays.
Today, Patrick and I attended the ToyCon 2016 + Poplife Fan Xperience event at Halls 1-4 of the SMX at the SM Mall of Asia. The Philippine Toys, Hobbies and Collectibles Convention, shortened to "ToyCon", is now on its 15th year and has partnered with PopLife (makers of the popular Funko Pop figures) and Salt Lake Comic Con producers Dan Farr and Bryan Brandenburg to add another dimension to the event with the highly anticipated "Poplife FanXperience".The event showcases 3 days (June 10-12) of toys, cosplays, exhibits, performances, panels, photo ops and autograph signings.
For today, we saw the Stan Lee Excelsior Exhibit, attended the Press Con and interview panels with celebrities Kristian Nairn (Hodor of Game of Thrones), Dean Cain (Superman of Lois and Clark) and Daniel Logan (Young Boba Fett of Star Wars) and browsed the many booths and displays.
Happy 21st Anniversary!
15 November 2015
Patrick and I reached our 21st year of togetherness last November 13. Yep, Friday the 13th yet again! But that didn't bother me except for the fact that our DVD player went kaput that time haha But that was more coincidence and inevitability than anything else :)
21 years! You've gotta give us credit . That's 10 years of being a couple and then 11 years of being a family. With no breaks or cool off periods. Of course, just like any other relationship there are ups and downs and we've had our fair share. We just go with the flow. Do we fight? Heck yes! But do we decide to let go? Hell No! Arguments, discussions and disagreements are as much a part of being together as the good times. The bad parts actually make you stronger for being able to overcome them as a couple, as a family. The kids are right there with us. We don't hold anything back.
You know that you've been together long enough when you're in sync. We often think about the same things at the same time. It happens more often now, I've noticed.
Patrick has also gotten more grumpy and I teased him about it saying he's beginning to be like the man in the movie UP haha He actually acknowledged that observation and agreed with it! hahaha
But anyway, here we were on Sunday eating at our favorite burger joint, Charlie's Grind and Grill. We've been craving for this for so long! (finances have been tight recently so we consider this bit of luxury). This was our Anniversary Special ! hahaha
After a very filling lunch, we headed to Cubao to do some grocery shopping at Shopwise. While walking around the area, I told Dana that when they're older, they'll be the ones telling their kids how they used to walk with us in Shopwise just the way that we tell them how it is with our parents. Patrick and I have that in common - going to Cubao for shopping and entertainment when we were kids and we often tell Dana and Dylan what we used to do with our parents while in Cubao. Dana remarked, "There might not be a Shopwise by then Mama" hahaha She may be right hahaha
We also went in search of a new DVD player and there's really not a lot now, funny enough. But we did also find great toy bargains at the Farmers Plaza. At the ground floor, there's a Toy Kingdom sale. We were able to buy some for Christmas gifts but ssssshhhh no one's supposed to know yet hahahaha'
We went home after, and nobody wanted dinner yet because we're all still full. Near Sta. Mesa, near the Illumina condominium, we got caught in traffic which was unusual since it was a Sunday and normally the traffic wasn't so bad. Finally, we found out that there was a fire and that further on, traffic wasn't moving and we were advised just to turn around and go back which we did. The route that Patrick took, the Kalentong way, was also at a standstill and we had to make a U-turn again and he decided to just go the Aurora Boulevard route. It took us around 1 hour and a half to get home. Dylan was already snoring in the backseat haha
Well, so ended the day. Tiring but fun because we're together. Here's to more years!!! :)
Patrick and I reached our 21st year of togetherness last November 13. Yep, Friday the 13th yet again! But that didn't bother me except for the fact that our DVD player went kaput that time haha But that was more coincidence and inevitability than anything else :)
21 years! You've gotta give us credit . That's 10 years of being a couple and then 11 years of being a family. With no breaks or cool off periods. Of course, just like any other relationship there are ups and downs and we've had our fair share. We just go with the flow. Do we fight? Heck yes! But do we decide to let go? Hell No! Arguments, discussions and disagreements are as much a part of being together as the good times. The bad parts actually make you stronger for being able to overcome them as a couple, as a family. The kids are right there with us. We don't hold anything back.
You know that you've been together long enough when you're in sync. We often think about the same things at the same time. It happens more often now, I've noticed.
Patrick has also gotten more grumpy and I teased him about it saying he's beginning to be like the man in the movie UP haha He actually acknowledged that observation and agreed with it! hahaha
But anyway, here we were on Sunday eating at our favorite burger joint, Charlie's Grind and Grill. We've been craving for this for so long! (finances have been tight recently so we consider this bit of luxury). This was our Anniversary Special ! hahaha
After a very filling lunch, we headed to Cubao to do some grocery shopping at Shopwise. While walking around the area, I told Dana that when they're older, they'll be the ones telling their kids how they used to walk with us in Shopwise just the way that we tell them how it is with our parents. Patrick and I have that in common - going to Cubao for shopping and entertainment when we were kids and we often tell Dana and Dylan what we used to do with our parents while in Cubao. Dana remarked, "There might not be a Shopwise by then Mama" hahaha She may be right hahaha
We also went in search of a new DVD player and there's really not a lot now, funny enough. But we did also find great toy bargains at the Farmers Plaza. At the ground floor, there's a Toy Kingdom sale. We were able to buy some for Christmas gifts but ssssshhhh no one's supposed to know yet hahahaha'
We went home after, and nobody wanted dinner yet because we're all still full. Near Sta. Mesa, near the Illumina condominium, we got caught in traffic which was unusual since it was a Sunday and normally the traffic wasn't so bad. Finally, we found out that there was a fire and that further on, traffic wasn't moving and we were advised just to turn around and go back which we did. The route that Patrick took, the Kalentong way, was also at a standstill and we had to make a U-turn again and he decided to just go the Aurora Boulevard route. It took us around 1 hour and a half to get home. Dylan was already snoring in the backseat haha
Well, so ended the day. Tiring but fun because we're together. Here's to more years!!! :)
Kids: At the SM Toy Expo
August 25, 2012
I don't know if you are like me when I hear the word "SALE". I sort of go into a panic and then I force myself to calm down When I saw on Facebook that there was to be a Toy Expo at the SMX in Mall of Asia, that's exactly what happened. It's never too early to plan and buy for Christmas. If there are sale events in the Metro which can help save you money, then by all means go to them and just be disciplined enough to buy only what your budget requires. I know, it's hard! But if you concentrate on getting what you and your kids want, especially in a grand Toy Sale like the Toy Expo, you'll have more money to spend on additional items.
We certainly spent a long time walking around the whole exhibition area and at the same time, the kids took their time getting their pictures taken at the displays and photo booths. The Ben 10 and Thundercats section had their own photo background which the kids took advantage of. Come to think of it, even Patrick got in on the picture taking :)
So, there was also a Power Rangers display, a small Bumblebee Transformers statue, an Iron Man statue and a Captain America statue.
Naturally, Patrick just had to try out the Gran Turismo on the PS3. It took him a while to get his turn because kids had to be dragged kicking and screaming by impatient parents.
One of the great buys that we got was this Spongebob Tent that we got for Dylan.
I don't know if you are like me when I hear the word "SALE". I sort of go into a panic and then I force myself to calm down When I saw on Facebook that there was to be a Toy Expo at the SMX in Mall of Asia, that's exactly what happened. It's never too early to plan and buy for Christmas. If there are sale events in the Metro which can help save you money, then by all means go to them and just be disciplined enough to buy only what your budget requires. I know, it's hard! But if you concentrate on getting what you and your kids want, especially in a grand Toy Sale like the Toy Expo, you'll have more money to spend on additional items.We certainly spent a long time walking around the whole exhibition area and at the same time, the kids took their time getting their pictures taken at the displays and photo booths. The Ben 10 and Thundercats section had their own photo background which the kids took advantage of. Come to think of it, even Patrick got in on the picture taking :)
So, there was also a Power Rangers display, a small Bumblebee Transformers statue, an Iron Man statue and a Captain America statue.
Naturally, Patrick just had to try out the Gran Turismo on the PS3. It took him a while to get his turn because kids had to be dragged kicking and screaming by impatient parents.
One of the great buys that we got was this Spongebob Tent that we got for Dylan.
Of Toys and Willy Wonka (Part 1)
Like most working couples, you can only schedule a trip for toy hunting, bargains and sales when you have received part of all of your Christmas bonus and your salary and hope to God that there are sales scheduled when you do. We were fortunate enough that during the weekend that we got some windfall of sorts, there were great bargains that we took part in.
On Saturday, December 3, Patrick and I headed to the Toy Warehouse Sale in Sct. Torillo, Quezon City. It is actually the warehouse for the Mattel brand of toys and they're selling off their excess inventory at prices up to 80% off! So, it's really a great deal considering you're getting branded toys for less than what you would pay in the malls :) I didn't really know what to expect since this was the first time I was headed there so I was keeping an open mind.
The place wasn't really huge, around 1000 square meters but it's air conditioned so it's pretty comfortable. There were toys for infants, toys for the big kids, some baby stuff like sterilizers and bottles, some MyScene and Ollie shoes for the bigger kids, Barbie, Hot Wheels and Pokemon shoes for the smaller kids, bikes Disney toys (both stock and new arrivals) and a whole lot more.
We were able to pick out great finds during our first day and Patrick went ga-ga over the Lightning McQueen series of die cast toys and was able to purchase 4 of them - Lightning McQueen, Franco Bernoulli, Holly Shiftwell and Mater! I went crazy over the shoes that were selling for P100/pair!! and some school shoes, they were selling for 3 for P100!! I was stupefied to say the least! LOL We really had to stop at some point when we reached our quota for the kids' Christmas gifts hahahaha
We then went to the Mall of Asia to see if we can check out great finds at the Mega Shoes and Bags sale at the SMX Convention hall. OMG! That's all I can say hahaha
I was already super excited even before we entered but when I got in woohoo! Shoes, Shoes, Shoes!! It was like an Imelda Marcos moment hahaha If I had that feeling, make that a hundred times more for Patrick who was crazier for shoes than I.
It wasn't difficult to go around even though it was jam-packed with crowds. The shoes were sorted according to brand and then by size so you can immediately go to your favorite brands and see what models they have that are available in your size. It saves on having to ask the sales clerks repeatedly for your size. The sad thing is if you've got an average shoe size, there's a high possibility that the style that you want may be out of stock especially if you haven't gotten there at the earliest opportunity. But since there were so many shoe styles to look at, I'm sure there will be at least one pair that you'll end up with. Here, Patrick and I were able to buy much needed shoes for ourselves. When you have kids, you usually have to sacrifice your own wants to provide for your kids first. So, this opportunity was heaven sent. I got a pair of Keds (my fave!) and Patrick was able to buy his Asics rubber shoes. :)
At the same venue, just next door was the Toy Kingdom Christmas sale. We couldn't resist so we took a peek. Fortunately (for us) the lines were too long which served as a deterrent for us to purchase any more stuff LOL
We ended our day with dinner at Mexicali :>) We purposely went home late so we can sneak the gifts in and store them where the kids can't find them hehehe
On Saturday, December 3, Patrick and I headed to the Toy Warehouse Sale in Sct. Torillo, Quezon City. It is actually the warehouse for the Mattel brand of toys and they're selling off their excess inventory at prices up to 80% off! So, it's really a great deal considering you're getting branded toys for less than what you would pay in the malls :) I didn't really know what to expect since this was the first time I was headed there so I was keeping an open mind.
The place wasn't really huge, around 1000 square meters but it's air conditioned so it's pretty comfortable. There were toys for infants, toys for the big kids, some baby stuff like sterilizers and bottles, some MyScene and Ollie shoes for the bigger kids, Barbie, Hot Wheels and Pokemon shoes for the smaller kids, bikes Disney toys (both stock and new arrivals) and a whole lot more.
We were able to pick out great finds during our first day and Patrick went ga-ga over the Lightning McQueen series of die cast toys and was able to purchase 4 of them - Lightning McQueen, Franco Bernoulli, Holly Shiftwell and Mater! I went crazy over the shoes that were selling for P100/pair!! and some school shoes, they were selling for 3 for P100!! I was stupefied to say the least! LOL We really had to stop at some point when we reached our quota for the kids' Christmas gifts hahahaha
We then went to the Mall of Asia to see if we can check out great finds at the Mega Shoes and Bags sale at the SMX Convention hall. OMG! That's all I can say hahahaI was already super excited even before we entered but when I got in woohoo! Shoes, Shoes, Shoes!! It was like an Imelda Marcos moment hahaha If I had that feeling, make that a hundred times more for Patrick who was crazier for shoes than I.
It wasn't difficult to go around even though it was jam-packed with crowds. The shoes were sorted according to brand and then by size so you can immediately go to your favorite brands and see what models they have that are available in your size. It saves on having to ask the sales clerks repeatedly for your size. The sad thing is if you've got an average shoe size, there's a high possibility that the style that you want may be out of stock especially if you haven't gotten there at the earliest opportunity. But since there were so many shoe styles to look at, I'm sure there will be at least one pair that you'll end up with. Here, Patrick and I were able to buy much needed shoes for ourselves. When you have kids, you usually have to sacrifice your own wants to provide for your kids first. So, this opportunity was heaven sent. I got a pair of Keds (my fave!) and Patrick was able to buy his Asics rubber shoes. :)
At the same venue, just next door was the Toy Kingdom Christmas sale. We couldn't resist so we took a peek. Fortunately (for us) the lines were too long which served as a deterrent for us to purchase any more stuff LOL
We ended our day with dinner at Mexicali :>) We purposely went home late so we can sneak the gifts in and store them where the kids can't find them hehehe
Shell Ferrari Cars
Woohooo!!!
We won! We won!!!
Every month, there's a caption-this-photo contest in Top Gear (Philippines) Magazine. We decided to join the contest just for fun and also because they were giving away a complete set of the Shell Ferrari Cars Collection. These Shell Ferrari model cars are part of Shell's promotion to commemorate it's 60-year relationship with Ferrari. The set includes the Ferrari Enzo, the F430, the 575 Superamerica, the 360 Spider, the F50, and the Ferrari F1 racer.
Well, what do you know? We won! We won!! We were one of 5 winners picked!! And we went to Robinson's Galleria to pick it up!! woohoo!!
We won! We won!!!
Every month, there's a caption-this-photo contest in Top Gear (Philippines) Magazine. We decided to join the contest just for fun and also because they were giving away a complete set of the Shell Ferrari Cars Collection. These Shell Ferrari model cars are part of Shell's promotion to commemorate it's 60-year relationship with Ferrari. The set includes the Ferrari Enzo, the F430, the 575 Superamerica, the 360 Spider, the F50, and the Ferrari F1 racer.
Well, what do you know? We won! We won!! We were one of 5 winners picked!! And we went to Robinson's Galleria to pick it up!! woohoo!!
New Cars toy!!
Looks like gifts are still coming in for the kids :) Patrick just came from our ebayer friend with a new Cars plushie.. a bigger one! hahahaha
Dana and Dylan can't stop playing with it woohoo!!
Dana and Dylan can't stop playing with it woohoo!!
Dana's 4th Birthday - Day 2
Well, it seems that there's a continuation to Dana's birthday celebration! Not finding suitable graduation shoes for Den at the SM Mall of Asia, we decided to go shopping at the Araneta Center in Cubao the day after. It's a good place to a shop since there are a number of malls - SM, Ali Mall, the new Gateway Mall, Farmer's Plaza and a department store-cum-supermarket combo called Shopwise.
Looks like not too many shoe manufacturers produce white shoes for graduation nowadays. We've been through so many stores, we've lost count before settling with one pair that at least looks comfortable (graduation ceremonies take a long time), priced right and looks good on her :)
After that, we went to a store called the Toy Palace, that's a little out of the way but carries great toys at reasonable prices. The kids' godmother, my old friend Dette, sent some money for the kids. We were able to buy a musical piano, a Mr. Potato Head and a Darth Tater version of Mr. Potato Head :) The kids are into Star Wars, if you want to know :0
Anyway, having expended all that energy, we ended up eating at Charly Brown (we haven't tried it yet) They have great fries and their ramen tastes good!
Looks like not too many shoe manufacturers produce white shoes for graduation nowadays. We've been through so many stores, we've lost count before settling with one pair that at least looks comfortable (graduation ceremonies take a long time), priced right and looks good on her :)
After that, we went to a store called the Toy Palace, that's a little out of the way but carries great toys at reasonable prices. The kids' godmother, my old friend Dette, sent some money for the kids. We were able to buy a musical piano, a Mr. Potato Head and a Darth Tater version of Mr. Potato Head :) The kids are into Star Wars, if you want to know :0
Anyway, having expended all that energy, we ended up eating at Charly Brown (we haven't tried it yet) They have great fries and their ramen tastes good!
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)