Podcasts Recommendations #2

A couple of year ago, I shared some podcasts I was obsessed with and said I was going to share a second part, even tho I never stopped listening to them, I just forgot to share it. I've been listening to many, I still listen to some and others are forgotten, for now.

Today, I'm going to share the ones I'm currently loving and can't miss each week. Surprisingly, we have 2 in spanish! So, let's check them out~

I'll start with the ones that are in English:

Girls Next Level: Some of you already know there was a moment in my life where I was obsessed with Playboy thanks to the reality show The Girls Next Door. So, I was super excited when Bridget Marquardt and Holly Madison decided to start a podcast together in which they go through every episode of the show, spilling the tea on everything that happened behind the scenes. They also have fun Q&As and special guests. Not long ago I rewatched the show so it's still pretty fresh. I really enjoy to relive everything as I listen to them sharing their real experiences. Plus, I just love them too much. This podcast is my motivation every Monday, hehe.

Let's Be Clear with Shannen Doherty: This is a recent one but it's still pretty good! I liked Shannen back in Beverly Hills 90210 and Charmed, those were two of my favorite shows growing up so, I defo had to give this one a chance. It is more of an informative / personal life and experiences kind of pod in which Shannen just opens up with her guests. 

Now let's move to the ones in Spanish~

Proyecto Evangelion: This one was my sister's recommendation and I've been enjoying every second of it, especially because I recently started rewatching the anime. They are pretty much just fans of the show who get together and analyze each episode with special guests, sharing opinions and thoughts but also interesting facts about the show that maybe I never paid enough attention before. I'm trying to watch an episode and then listen to the pod so I can have all the info fresh, hehe. I'm obsessed with the show again!

Se Regalan Dudas: Leticia Sahagún & Ashley Frangie, the hosts of this pod, are two best friends who pretty much talk about a bit of everything: life, relationships, books, psychology and more along with special guests. They always try to have deep conversations that have been pretty-eye opening and just helpful for me. I feel like, in a way, it's helping me to know and understand myself a little more.

And well, there you go! My favs at the moment. I'll link the previous post donw below in case you want to check it out. I still listen to some of the pods I mentioned back then.

Podcasts Recommendations #2

Fictional Character Tag (Anime edition)

I randomly found this short tag and thought it'd be fun to try it. It wasn't specifically an anime tag but I'll make it an anime edition one this time. 

Here we go!

1. Which character was your first love? Mamoru Chiba (Sailor Moon). I still like him to this day, he's just not one of my main crushes anymore~ 

2. How would you describe all the characters you love? As in crushes, I usually like the cold type of characters, dark hair, fair skin. Those who don't express their feelings much. And if we talk about female characters, I think the ones I can identify with. But it's not always the case.

3. A character do you love that you think most people hate? Haruno Sakura from Naruto. At least people I know don't like her much. They find her annoying and useless, but I think she's a very strong character, not only physically, smart and caring. Plus, I love her unconditional love for Sasuske way too much.

4. Does one character in your life have a very strict personality? I'd say, Hitsugaya Toshiro (Bleach). He's strict and grumpy but, adorbs. ♡

5. A character you think you wouldn’t get along with? Zenitsu from Kimetsu No Yaiba. I just think I'd find him super annoying and wouldn't like to be around him much.

6. A character you’d travel the world with? It took me a while to choose this one but, I think I'd love to travel the world (and beyond) with Spike Spiegel. His chill personality would make our trips fun and filled with unexpected surprises.

7. A character you’d rely on to help you get over your fears? Himura Kenshin! I think he wouldn't judge me no matter what my fears were and, he'd help me with patience and care. He's the best. ♡

8. Where do most of the characters you love come from? Lately, anime characters. But I also love many from movies and TV shows.

9. A character you’re most likely to have weird dreams about? It depends on how you define "weird dreams" but it mostly happens with the characters I'm obsessed with at that moment.

10. A minor character you love: First I was going to say Julia from Cowboy Bebop but, I think even tho she's not in the show much, she's important in Spike's story so, Petra Ral (Shingeki No Kyojin). She dies in the first season so I think not many people remembers her much but, she was and still is one of my favorites.

11. What character represents your mentality? Ah! This is difficult cuz I it's a mix between different characters~ I've been rewatching Evangelion lately and some character analysis videos and, I realized I'm like Misato in many more ways than I thought I was. Which is not exactly good but, it's true.

I'm sure when I post this, I'll think of other characters I didn't include here and regret it but, I've watched too many shows so, it's hard to remember all of them. 😅 Anyway, that was it for this tag, maybe I'll do another one with other type of characters~ Idk. Let me know if you'd like to read that.

See you next time~! ♡

What I've been watching lately 2024

I think I've watched enough things to make another post about the shows I've liked lately-ish. I know some of this shows aren't new but I've been acumulating them for a while now so, we're doing this. These are my first recommendations of 2024, hehe.

Let's start with some anime. 

✩ My Happy Marriage

This 12 episode anime about Saimori Miyo, who lives a life of servitude by her abusive stepmother because she doesn't seem to have supernatural powers. Miyo is forced to have an arranged marriage. Her fiancee is known to be cold and cruel but with time, she discovers that he isn't as bad as everyone says. As they start opening to each other, they realize they might find true love and happiness.

It is a supernatural anime but it's also a love story with lots of drama and beautiful scenery. Honestly, it is beautiful visually wise, that was the first thing that caught my attention, plus Kudo-san is SO handsome, hehe. I'm hoping we will get a second season cuz, there are so many questions and situations that need answers!!

✩ Horimiya Piece

I don't think I could call this a second season because it isn't exactly a continuation of the previos season, it is more of a complement that shows an expansion of the story we saw before, including flashbacks and random bits of  daily life. 

It has 13 episodes and even tho, some people think it's not the same as the first season, I loved it. I haven't rewatched it yet as I did with the other one but, I would! 

✩ Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2

The second season of Jujutsu Kaisen is divided in two parts, the first episodes work as a prequel of the Jujutsu Kaisen 0 movie (that I haven't watched yet), that shows the past of Gojo sensei and Geto and, the other part is the Shibuya incident, that takes us back to the present and is the continuation of the 1st season.

Don't get me wrong, I really enjoyed this season, it was exciting but, I liked the first one a lot more. Maybe because I felt more connected to the characters and their stories a lot more or, because I haven't watch the movie yet. Idk. Anyway, I'm looking forward to the next season!

✩ Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan

This show is basically a 2023 adaptation of the manga or a... remake? I don't know but I've been loving it! I'm sure most of you know the story but, to keep it short, "Himura Kenshin is a vagabond with a dark past and sunny disposition; his travels lead him to Tokyo, and he befriends a female Kendo master." 

The character designs is really pretty and, even tho I've heard some people aren't loving 100%, it's been so nostalgic and fun for me to watch. Plus, I'll watch anything and everything Rurouni Kenshin related. I love Kenshin way too much.

It aired back in July and ended in December with 24 episodes but, it'll have a second part this year, “Rurouni Kenshin: Kyoto Disturbance“, it'll cover the Kyoto/Shishio arc. I lit can't wait!

✩ Blue Eye Samurai

I don't know if I can include this as anime but, we're still putting it here. Hehe.

To keep it short, this story is about Mizu, a samurai who lives life in disguise, seeking revenge. It has 8 episodes and has a little bit of everything, action, drama, funny moments and, lots of blood. I do have to say, it's not for kids tho. It's also viasually pleasing

✩ Why Didn't I Tell You a Million Times? (100万回 言えばよかった)

Everytime I watch a new drama, I say I don't want to watch something with people dying or getting sick because they make me cry but, somehow I always end up watching those types of dramas. I chose this drama because of Take-chan, I love him way too much. 

I don't want to spoil the story so, here's the summary from Netflix: "Reunited as adults, childhood friends fall madly in love and won't let anything -- not even death -- tear them apart."

This drama only has 10 episodes and it's super engaging. It makes you laugh, cry and love Take-chan more! I loved it. The only thing that didn't make me 100% happy was that I felt like some things didn't have a proper closure. Idk. But, I defo, defo recommend it.

✩ Unlocked

This is a 2023 South Korean psychological thriller about a woman whose life is about to become a nightmare after a crazy man finds her phone and starts tracking her every move. It's a good movie and even tho, the stalker was dangerous, it wasn't as invincible as they are in American movies. Plus it was kinda scary to see what people is capable of doing through a phone.

✩ Densha Otoko (電車男)

Densha Otoko is a 2005 Japanese drama that was recommended by a friend. It's the story of an otaku who saves a beautiful woman from a drunk man on the train, he falls for her and starts sharing his story on an online forum and all the members there help him to get closer to her. Their relationship develops in a funny (and sometimes dramatic) ways, especially because they are way too different, at the same time, Yamada, the otaku, builds a strong friendship with all the members from the forum.

I really enjoyed this drama, but especially loved how they portrayed online friendships cuz, I do believe you can also make special relationships with people online. 

This drama has 11 episodes and 2 specials. Misaki Ito is absolutely gorgeous and, I was ver surprised to see Oguri Shun, who was my crush in Boys Over Flowers. He was looking as goos as always, hehe.

So, even tho it is an old drama, I still think it's worth watching. I believe there are some remakes now and also an anime version that I haven't watched.

Shun-kun ♡

And, that is going to be it for this post. As I'm typing this, I already finished other shows but, I think I'll save them for another recommendations post. Let me know if you have watched some of these or, if you're planning to do it.

See you next time~! 💋

ESSIE Gel Couture | All Dressed Up💅 |

 

Here we have a quick look at what's currently on my nails, it's the ESSIE Gel Couture "All Dressed Up" (1108), which is a creamy dusty rose kind of shade. 

It's described as a "spicy tea rose" color, I don't exactly know what that means but, sounds pretty cute. To me is one of those colors you can't go wrong with. It's pretty, clean and neutral.

You only need to apply two coats to get an even color, plus it has a shiny, gel type finish. 

Essie nail polishes have a great quality in general and last a little longer than other brands I've tried. They are defo worth it.

And well guys, that is that, I'm keeping it super short this time, hehe.

I'll see you next time~! ♡

KJ Daily Basics | Toner with hyaluronic acid

 This year I kinda want to go back to sharing some beauty / makeup products I like, I mean, I don't buy them as much as I used to but, I do find some nice things every now and then. 

Today I'm gonna share a product that I've been using for a couple of months now from a brand my mom kinda recently discovered. The brand is called KJ Beauty, it's mexican beauty and skincare brand with a big variety of products including makeup, sunscreen and other skincare products and even some stuff to clean your brushes. They don't have a physical store but you can find their products in different stores and also online.

This KJ Daily Basics toner is the first product I've tried and it's been big help when it comes to keeping my skin hydrated during in this cold weather. It claims to oxygenate, hydrate and cleanse your skin, maintaining a deep hydration thanks to the properties of hyaluronic acid, it also repairs and fights against visible signs of aging in the skin.

I don't know if I've noticed something big when it comes to the anti-aging thing but, my skin feels good and looks healthy after using it. 

It's recommended to use twice a day, which I do, in the morning and at night. I spray it a couple of times after washing my face and gently pat the skin to help it absorb. After that I just apply my cream. I'm keeping my skincare super simple lately, I just don't have time to do much in the mornings~ But yeah, even my makeup has a nicer finish since I started using this product. I doesn't set on the fine lines as much as it did before.

Fresh and happy skin after clansing, toner and hydrating cream. 

It is meant for all skin types and has a very subtle but fresh herbal scent. At least that's what I think cuz my bestie says it smells fruity...😶

I kinda want to try more of their products, especially skincare. They have very affordable prices and quality seems to be good. I'll share more as I start trying~!!

☾ Ichiban Kuji Sailor Moon Eternal | Happy Girls Collection

Back in December I went to Mundo Magyc with my friends, it is an anime convention we try to go as much as possible cuz, you know... we just love buying anime goodies, hehe. 

That time I didn't really buy much aside from food and a couple of things I wanted to give as Christmas pressies but, there is this one thing I got for myself and I wanna share with you cuz it's Sailor Moon, and if you know me, you know I love Sailor Moon way too much.

What I got was this Sailor Moon Eternal Happy Girls Collection charm thingy. It is from an Ichiban Kuji and it's a "D" prize.

These are all the "D" prices they had in Japan. I didn't buy it as a lottery thing, I actually knew what I was getting.

 I knew I wanted it as soon as I saw it because it is from the outer senshi and I love them. Plust, it's not as common to find merch from them. 

This charm / keyring thingy has a beautiful print with the senshi symbols on it, a golden heart and golden details. 

Even tho it's an anime item, I think it looks very classy, at least to me. It kinda represents the senshi very well.

Closer look to the fabric and its print. Isn't it lovely?

The golden details are metal, not plastic so, it doesn't look cheap.

I really thought it is a unique, beautiful item to have and it looks great on my Michael Kors bag I'm currently using.

It's a very discreet way to carry Sailor Moon around with me, hehehe.

And well, that is that for this post, just wanted to show you the latest addition to my Sailor Moon collection. 

See you next time~! ♡

My Christmas Pressies 2023 🎁

 Here comes my annual Christmas pressies posts, hehe. I just love making these. This time I tried to take a pic every time I received something so I could show you everythig. You know, sometimes I eat the candy before sharing the post so, yeah.

Let's start with work:

From left to right: Delish cinnamon cookies made by one of my coworkers, a beautiful 2024 planner and a mug, both in this beautiful baby pink color. They were from one of my students, I think they know me too well, hehe. Lastly we have a card holder with my name. This was also from a student.

As every yeah, my school gives us a bottle of Don Simon wine. I'm glad I got rose wine, it's my fav.

These are from the language center: I received cookies, a mug that changes color with hot water and a bottle of Bailey's

Now let's move to the pressies from my friends and family:

This were pressies I reveived in an exchange: A bottle of Trivento Reserve rosé malbec, a black beannie and cute, warm socks.

 

The bestie gave me a bergamot candle, a Coca-cola lip smacker, some candy and a set of  wireless microphones for my videos.

From the exchange with my friends I got  cozy, warm pj's, anime stickers and facemasks.

That same day, my other friend gave me this super cute Sasuke. You know, I just love him, hehe. The red box had chocolates that are gone now.

Now, I had another exchange with my family, these are the pressies I recieved from my mom. A black fake leather pleated skirt, a cute sweater that looks like candy and a bottle of my favorite rum: Kraken Spiced Rum.

My sister gave me some mint chocolates that I love and I included other chocolates we received at the Xmas dinner.

Grandpa gave me a card and some money. I haven't spent it yet tho, I think I will end up buying something pretty for my house.

These were not for me but i still want to include them here cuz I loved them way too much. The bur babies also had their little exchange and this is what my babies got. They did like it but, I have to say I was the most excited one while opening them, hehe.

And with that, we're done! This is also my last post of 2023, it's crazy how fast this year went by. I really wish 2024 will be a great year for everyone! 💋