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WATERMELON ❤️

What's better than lots of vitamin c during this pandemic?

Then, watermelon is the best for you.

Watermelon is a hydrating snacks,  it is usually soaked with nutrients. Each juicy bite has significant levels of vitamins A, B6, C, and potassium; so eating them naturally keeps you and your skin hydrated. It enhance your beauty from inside by enriching your diet with this vitamins and anti-oxidants. Watermelon and melons have long been used by traditional medicine as a cure for kidney and bladder problems. They can also help those with mild constipation.

Watermelon - it's a good fruit. You eat, you drink, you wash your face. -Enrico Caruso

And, this is one of my fave fruits ever! SAY YES TO WATERMELON. Say NO to UNHEALTHY FOODS.

Sherilyn xoxo -

05-06-2020

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HOMEMADE DALGONA COFFEE🤗

By: me ☺️

Have you tried this SUPER viral Dalgona Coffee yet?! 😍☕️  Show us your version of it!⬇⬇

World Trending LockDown Coffee Challenge!

I got curious after seeing posts about Dalgona Coffee on social media and today I think I successfully did my own version of Dalgona Coffee! 😋 Not bad for a first try.

How to make dalgona coffee at home?

Ingredients:

▪️3 Tbsp instant coffee

▪️3 Tbsp sugar

▪️3 Tbsp hot water

▪️Nestle Milk (kahit anong brand ang bet mo)

▪️Ice cubes or ice

Procedures:

▪️Combine instant coffee, sugar and water in a bowl. Using a hand mixer or whisker or fork, mix everything until you achieve that “whipped consistency”.

▪️In a clear glass, pour the Nestle Milk and the ice cubes. Put the whipped instant coffee on top. Stir and Enjoy!

Lasang Starbucks! Nyeaaam! 😋

Look! My dalgona coffee model of the day!  Hellooo auntie Joan. Can you rate my homemade dalgona coffee with no bias? 😂

DALGONA COFFEE for the win! ☕😂

Stay indoor. Stay safe. Stay healthy!

Sherilyn xoxo-

05-03-2020

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COVID-19 AWARENESS ❤️

The novel coronavirus is a serious threat. We need to prepare, not overreact. Staying home will stem the coronavirus outbreak. Keep safe everyone and together let us pray ����😇

Take steps to protect yourself:

✔️Wash Your Hands

✔️Use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.

✔️Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.

✔️Avoid close contact

✔️Put distance between yourself and other people

✔️Stay home

✔️Cover Your Cough

✔️Wear a facemask

And here I am, telling y'all the guidelines to protect yourself from covid 19. Let's follow everyone for us to be safe. Prevention is better than cure. It is better to stop something bad from happening than it is to deal with it after it has happened.

Even the corona pandemic, the most contagious thing is still your smile. Be well and keep on smiling!

Sherilyn xoxo-

04-29-2020

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ROTC for life!

Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) in the Philippines is one of three components of the National Service Training Program, the civic education and defense preparedness program for Filipino college students. ROTC aims to provide military education and training for students to mobilize them for national defense preparedness. Its specific objectives include preparation of college students for service in the Armed Forces of the Philippines in the event of an emergency and their training to become reservists and potential commissioned officers of the AFP.

ROTC can be a fulfilling option for many college students, but joining the program is also a serious commitment. Are you considering making ROTC part of your college experience and getting a head start on a military career? Read on to learn more about this!

We all know that not all students in the tertiary level have the guts and courage to take the ROTC as their chosen to enter a Military Service, but why do you think these students outside the military profession did not take this path of being a future reservist, a defender of the republic and a keeper of harmony among the Filipinos? First, they say that in ROTC they will stand up under the heat of the sun for a long time, yes as my experienced of being a cadet, we will stand under the heat of the sun, but that is part of our training. However, we will not stand up that long that will be too hazardous for our wellbeing.

Keep in mind that ROTC is a very prestigious program, and it’s considered an honor to participate in it. You’ll gain numerous important qualities, including leadership skills, discipline, and maturity. Plus, you’ll have no trouble staying active and healthy. When you become a part of ROTC, you’re not just working toward a diploma, but an even brighter future as a leader alongside other motivated Cadets.

Through ROTC, I have a normal college student experience. We know that being a cadet are not that easy. It takes effort, time, and sacrifices. But all of those negativities, I chose to smile, stand up and believe myself a little more. By this, I can be a good leader. It instills better moral values, patriotism, and discipline as a students.

And yes, joining ROTC instilled unparalleled leadership and confidence in me that a normal college experience never would have. The training has provided me has made me more outgoing, confident and quick on my feet both metaphorically and literally.

It is all about building future leaders, and developing character and has been the best of them all. I have made more friends than I ever thought possible. I have been given the opportunity to improve my physical condition and learn some of the basics of what it means to be a Cadet.

I am looking forward to the challenges that my future will bring. It helps us not only for ourselves but also for the preparedness in our country so that we are aware and know on how we will defend ourself and survive someday.

The cadets are casted to be future leaders of our country and to be the hope of our nation. We are equipped mentally, physically, socially, and emotionally. We are trained to be disciplined, to build a better personality, and to overcome weaknesses.

Overall, this is the best experienced that I'm experiencing right now. I'm happy cause I'm one of those trainee. Guys, if you love your country, then be prepared for our salvation.

Cadet SHERILYN B BALBIN

Philippine Navy

Nasal Reserve Command

Nasal Reserve Central Visayas

Department of Naval Science and Tactics

542nd NAVAL RESERVED OFFICER TRAINING CORPS UNIT

Bohol Island State University

Main Campus, Tagbilaran City

#LoveOurCountry❤️

Sherilyn xoxo-

04-22-2020

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THE SINULOG FESTIVAL FEVER!

If you’re planning on visiting the Philippines, tell me: Are you the kind of traveler who not only likes to party but also wants to be a part of something big and significant? Well if you are, I suggest that the time of your trip is in early January so that you can catch one of the grandest events that the country has: Cebu’s Sinulog Festival!

Sinulog Festival or Santo Nino Festival is an annual religious and cultural festival in Cebu. The festival is thought to be the first of the most well-known festivals in the Philippines. It was attended, not only by Filipinos, but people coming from different parts of the globe also went to witness the celebration. From the colorful and well-made costumes of the dancers, to the beautiful dances and to the music brought by the drums, trumpets, and the native gongs, the Sinulog Festival never ceases to amaze its audience.

Yes I know, Sinulog Festival is the bomb. The happy people, the festive dance performances, the night parties, what more can I ask for for my Sinulog Festival? This experience is surely a memorable one! Why? Read on!

During my Sinulog experience, I couldn’t help but notice the religious nature of Cebuanos. It is their devotion to Sto. Niño that truly propels Sinulog. Despite the heat, the exhaustion, and the sheer number of people, they are motivated by the fact that they are paying homage to their patron. It is one of the things I definitely appreciate about Sinulog and the Filipino culture. Onlookers are busy taking pictures or simply enjoying the Sinulog fever.

But then again… as I stood there watching the street dancers, I started to feel that the ‘trouble’ hours of chasing contingents, running backward, crouching, shoving, being shoved around, I walked my way back to my quiet nook with aching calves and spent mind.  

After all that I had gone through was oh-so-worth-it because it was an absolute spectacle to watch the parade up close! For one thing, it was soooo colorful, and along with the smiles and cheerful faces of the performers, I just can’t help but feel as if all my exhaustion had melted away.

My Sinulog experience truly lived up to the hype. Given another chance to return to Cebu to attend Sinulog again, I would do it in a heartbeat— My exposure to the celebration was extremely positive and as usual, it was completely different to what I had been expecting. Overall, it’s a beautiful day out in Cebu surrounded by family, experiencing a rich display of the culture and history of the area. I now realized that I am really thankful that I got to be part of the magical experience. I look forward again joining the celebrations many more times in the future. Besides, I’m sure that like me, after being bitten by the Sinulog fever, you’re bound to look forward to attend it again for the next year!

I’d recommend you to witness and join Sinulog at least once in your life. Once you get to Cebu during Sinulog, you’ll definitely catch the fever! It's vibrant, lively, and meaningful, the Sinulog Festival is, without a doubt, a unique experience… a must-do and a must-see!.

#It’sMoreFunInThePhilippines❤️

Sherilyn xoxo-

04-15-2020

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THE NIGHT! Graduation Ball

It's about the end time of the year when we sadly say goodbye to all our graduates. Graduation Ball or Grad Ball is a special event where students come together to celebrate finishing University. They are an important milestone in every young person’s life, and deserve to be celebrated. As is the tradition, this was the last formal occasion for the senior students, before they leave as a senior high school student and embark upon the next stage of their education. It was a time to celebrate the success of young people and to reflect upon their achievements.

It was held in a splendidly decorated indoor marquee in the conference hall at the Waterfront Hotel and Casino made the most out of the special night by preparing for the evening’s festivities well. 

It was a night of glitz and glamour as everyone came in their fabulous gowns and sleek tuxedos to celebrate masquerade ball as a theme.

Maintain a little mystery as the guests arrive in black tie attire and don masks. The decoration was kept as a surprise and it was nice to see how much effort they had put into it include dim lighting, flickering candles and candelabras as table centrepieces.

The evening should have all the right elements for a successful night; good food, entertainment and accommodation. It's started with champagne cocktails followed by the prize giving and speeches, meal and disco.

All of the students as well as teachers performed their dance with his/her partner with the song Perfect by Ed Sheeran.

It's nice to have a night when everyone dressed up and you can have great memories and pictures to look back on of people you may not see again in the future.

The speaker spoke about ambition and the future, telling the gathering:  “It can be really scary because you are leaving a lot of comforts behind. Moving on from college is a big step. You are essentially an adult and the world will expect more of you.  There will be a lot of more responsibility and that can be associated with mixed feelings."

Indeed, the Graduation Ball was one of my most memorable night. It wasn’t the food nor the disco that made the night a memorable one! It was the people. I’ve said it before, great people always equate to great time. They were the highlight of the night (and my whole SHS life). These were the people that made my Senior High School life less stressful, bearable, and worth going to school for hahahaha. I love them! I’m glad I had the chance to celebrate a moment with them.

I think it made me look forward to the ball a lot more.  The ball was  indeed amazing and a great experienced.

#MasqueradeBall2019❤️

Sherilyn xoxo-

04-08-2020

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DO MORE YOGA!

Are you feeling stressed, worried, unrelaxed, looking to free your mind, or increase your flexibility? That’s where you might look into yoga. Yoga is most important for everyone's life as it helps in balancing the relationship between body and mind. 

It was originated in India long years ago in ancient time. Earlier people belong to the Buddhism and Hinduism were used to of the yoga and meditation. The term yoga has been derived from a Sanskrit word which translates to basically union and discipline. Yoga is said to be for mental, physical as well as spiritual means of exercising that is famous worldwide.

Yoga is a great gift to mankind which helps us keep better and maintain our health. You also develop a higher patience level when you practice yoga which also helps in keeping the negative thoughts away. You get great mental clarity and better understanding.

What you can get from Yoga? Among the numerous benefits of yoga, the following ones are the most prominent and informative:

✔️Yoga allows clearing mind and reaching a more peaceful life approach;

✔️It creates a connection between body and mind bringing a needed harmony;

✔️Yoga prevent numerous diseases, reduces stress, various fears, and mental disorders;

✔️It connects a person with nature.

✔️It strengthens our body and gives us a feeling of well-being and healthiness.

✔️It can develop self-discipline and self-awareness.

Moreover, it is highly beneficial to make yoga an essential part of a practice that anyone of any age can complete anywhere at anytime. 

So when I got into yoga, I discovered really quickly that I wanted to make some life style changes. And one of them was to become a yogi.

It throws in a flare of humor along with its humility and is a great place to find posts ranging from yoga poses that look like staple thanksgiving.

Moreover, every person can find proper yoga exercises in order to improve his own health, gaining body and mind harmony eventually.

In the same time, yoga is a very beneficial training since the main yoga guides can be found on the Internet and in numerous printed materials. It also remains a special science which teaches us how to live a healthy life and how to remain satisfied with our life decisions. 

In short, It is the secret to living a healthy and long life without the use of any artificial means like medicines or any other shortcuts of any kind. 

I hope you enjoy these blogs as much as I do and that they help to inspire you along your personal yoga path.

#PEACE.LOVE.YOGA❤️

Sherilyn xoxo-

04-01-2020

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IT'S SUMMER TIME!

Want to try something this summer that is both fun and great exercise? Then swimming may be the sport for you!

Swimming is an ancient aquatic sport and has become a popular thing since its origin. It benefits your heart and lungs and also builds muscle and endurance. It helps people relieve stress as well, because it allows you to let your mind focus just on your technique. Unlike other sports like football and basketball, swimming is an activity that you can do throughout your whole life.

Summer vacation has always been something I look forward to every year since I was a child. It is a great time for bonding with family and exploring interesting places. Here are some memorable experiences from my family which can validate my thoughts...

My adulthood was a very important part of my life, getting through many challenging moments. A lot of people that I know think that swimming is so easy and it's a whimp sport. I won't agree that it's a whimpy sport because I work so hard at it! Sometimes I feel like quitting because it's too hard for me to learned but I just remember how much I really loved it especially when I'm with them.

You can relax and swim with very little effort and let your mind wander focusing on nothing but the rhythm of your stroke before long feeling of well-being settles. For me swimming is a mixture of exercise and fun. Many muscles in my body are utilized.

Yes, I loved swimming since it offers health benefits for a lifetime and is well worth the effort it takes to get into the pool or beach. It increases my lung capacity and makes my heart pump better. It also gives me the chance to hang around with my friends frolicking in the water. Spending some time at the pool or beach is one of the best cardio workouts I can do.

Of course, this doesn't mean that laying poolside or beachside working on your tan. Remember that the tans will fade but the memories will last forever.

Summer is the best and good experience though. By regular swimming, it help us builds endurance, muscle strength, and cardio-vascular fitness.

And by that, we build memories to our love ones and help you to get out from stress and become fortunate individual. Have fun while soaking in the water.

#SummerLovin'❤️

Sherilyn xoxo-

03-25-2020

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MUST DO TRAVELS!

Traveling is an extraordinary experience every person needs to try. It reveals a whole new and exciting world out there, opens out your inner strength, and presents with unforgettable adventures.

But how about doing your travel in our very own country? After all, the Philippines has countless gorgeous islands that are begging to be explored further. Whether you prefer the beach, mountain, city, or anything else in between, there’s always something for everyone. That said, if you’re planning on having your trip, here’s why you should do so around the country!

There are no hesitations. Go and explore the world. Traveling is the kind of activity, which almost all the people love. For someone it is an opportunity to relax and abstract from everyday busy life. Some people consider it to be the best way to have fun and always try to visit as many clubs, pubs, restaurants and cafes as possible for their wallets and time limits.

I wanted to take a moment and highlight some of my favorite place that can also help you travel better, cheaper, and smarter.

My fondest memories of childhood were made during the summer at the swimming pool in Bohol Beach Club, Panglao. The summer sun was warm while sunbathing or treading water. Every summer I looked forward to swimming the blue inviting waters. The reasons that I enjoyed swimming were because it was fun, it was good exercise, and it gave me the opportunity to spend time outdoors.

I'd spend more of their time @Villalimpia Beach Resort, Loay underneath fluorescent lighting, their wanderlust for open skies, joyful birds, and lazy seas increases. Lovin' watching the sunset here! 😌

As for me, I have always enjoyed watching all-round views from some altitudes. When I am in such a place, I just hold my breath and observe the beauty. At such moments I think about how our life is excellent, what beauty it offers us and how important it is to value each moment of our lives.

The views of nature are also exciting, as while watching them, I wonder how such beauty can be created and how it is important not to spoil it.

The main thing here is to be open-minded and positive in your aspirations and world’s perception. There is nothing quite like traveling, like seeing a new place for the first time or returning to a favorite one. People of all ages, from all around the world– mainly, for work, family, and leisure.

And, one of the beautiful things about traveling is that it's not only introduces us to destinations and experiences, but also to amazing people that we have the chance to be with us in any other way.

To sum up, traveling is great due to the fact that each and every person can find something interesting and exciting especially when family is with you.

Overall, The Earth is a wellspring of amazing places and fascinating cultures. It is such a shame that we only have one life to explore everything that's out there. There is a bundle of new experiences, feelings and human behaviors waiting just behind the door. Pack your things and go with the flow. It will take you far, far away, it will bring the real you to the surface, it will completely change your life. While waiting for the next vacation, plan and get some lists where to go and what to do. Stay tune and enjoy life!

Sherilyn xoxo-

03-18-2020

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STUDENT ON THE GO!

Hi guys! I can’t believe the days are upon us!! This year is flying by- Look at me now! I can't believe I'm about to survive this year! It's crazy to think that I've been here almost a year in my college life as a student.

2020 has been another busy year, but I did finally listen to my heart and slow down a little. It's true that I may have a lot less time for things I used to, but come on, just look at that face?  I wouldn’t change it for anything in the world because life is temporary, I need to smile and be happy.

In life, we meet so many inspiring, encouraging, wonderful people. We love and grow to love so many different kinds of personalities for different reasons. We should appreciate their love and efforts.

To my family especially to my beloved mom who stood by me throughout the year, Thank you for making the difficult times so much easier to handle, so much easier to accept and so much easier to get through. Thank you for loving me when I'm not so lovable. You're my wonder woman 💕 aishiteimasu

To my friends, I'm beyond blessed I got you. Thankyou for the patient that you had shown with me as we grow, as we heal, as we try to put love together and for reassuring that you’ll always be there when I need you and that I always have another family to depend on when times get rough. Thank you for showing that true friendship will always stand the test of time and that you’ll always show up for me. You guys are so sweet. Loveyouu ❤️

To all the people who chose to stick around or to go the extra miles even though they had other priorities, for reminding me that if things go wrong, we still have the one thing that’s right - the love. I felt loved from y'all. Thankyou 🤗

And to you my dearest readers, always keep on mind that "Do not let bitterness take away your sweetness.  Choose to be better. Replace negativity with positive behavior and just be a good person." By that, we can do things more with a smile.

My college life will never get boring because you guys always there by my side ready to listen, cheer me up, motivate and inspire me everyday. Through God, nothing's impossible 🙏😇 Thankyou God, you're such a good epitome amongst all.

As for next year, I’ve got some exciting plans to do so. 2021 is shaping up to be a new and exciting one!

Sherilyn xoxo-

03-11-2020