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Understanding Life, Love and Pain

I’ve experienced it all, the bittersweet taste of life. Love, pain, confusion, bitterness, the feeling of being completely worthless, heartbreak, depression and yet I survived.

In life, love is a beautiful experience. Yes, it will always bring pain and God knows what else… but it also brings joy and a feeling of being complete that none of us can ever explain. From my own experience, I’d rather have love and lost, than never to have loved at all. I’ve experienced pain, but I’ve also experienced a little moments of happiness, and I’ll never trade that little happiness for anything. I am who I am now not only because of the good things, but basically because of the bad moments I went through. We experience these painful moments so we could well appreciate the good things in our lives. Sometimes, it is a good thing that the Lord allows some things to happen to us, to make us stronger and wiser than we were before.The quicker we learn and accept things, the better we will be. 

Without love, we will never be complete. Love is what makes the world go round as they say, it is the force that keeps us innately good. I wouldn’t blame love for the pain it brings, nor will I hold grudges against it for the misery it caused, instead I will thank God for it. We get wounds from it, but those wounds will heal eventually but, it’s not like magic that poof! it’s all healed. It should start within ourselves too. Pain is just but a reminder, that we have lessons to learn, joys to look forward to, and a God to go to in times of need. Don’t be scared to love and and experience the pain because it’s part of LIFE. Grieve from it,  but it's important that  when you decide to grieve,  you don't have to shed a certain number of tears, get angry all you want, but don’t be consumed by bitterness because of it, think that life doesn't stop for your pain. Instead, learn from it and use it to become the best person you can be.

I remember when I was young, I always find myself talking to MYSELF saying… “Be strong. Remember, not everything has a happy ending and endings don’t mean stop!". It’s just a way of telling ourselves that there’s a new beginning ahead of us. You should always be ready for the unpredictable and expect the unexpected.  It’s easy to fall, hard to get up. But once you’re up and back on track, you will be a better person. That’s the way of life! You don’t just live it, you learn from it.”

Believe me.... not all lessons in life can be taught, you have to live through it!

what does not kill me only makes me stronger

Whatever you're going through today is just temporary and if it doesn't kill you it only makes you stronger to deal with other things in life that may come your way.

I miss you...

i miss you more than you'll ever know. each day that goes by, brings you farther from me and i dont know how much longer my heart can promise me, that someday this will all be different.

Forgive, but never Forget

Forgive and forget… this is a popular line used by lots of people especially when giving advice, but it’s not one that is easily followed, easier said than done as always.

Forgiving someone who has done something hurtful and bad to us is not easy, really not that easy. But it usually can be done, though it may take some time. Even though we’ve forgiven someone for the wrong  things they’ve done, we can never really forget the pain, at least not completely. Our mind can be sharp when it comes to these things. Especially if someone has hurt us BIG time. 
What’s the difference between forgiving and forgetting, anyway? If you’ve forgiven someone, doesn’t it automatically mean that you’re willing to forget everything that happened?  Forgiveness is a process and it may take a long time, some even take forever before the resentment and the anger subsides. Forgiveness means that you choose not to punish that person because of what that person has done to you. But giving forgiveness doesn’t necessarily mean that you have to forget.
Personally, I have a hard time forgiving and forgetting however I can eventually forgive but can never forget and even if I can, I wouldn't want to. There are so many things that went through my mind thinking bout forgiving those people who have caused me so much pain, For me, Forgiveness does not necessarily mean reconciliation. Forgiving may somehow release us  from resentment and negative emotions. So I only consider it more as "acceptance" of the things we cannot undo or change.

It’s not a matter of holding a grudge, it’s just that once the damage has been done, it can never be undone. It can be improved and healed, yes, but then again, it can never be undone. In other words, you can forgive the person, but you can’t forget what they did. It will stay with you forever,  just like a wound, it can be healed but the SCARS will remain, but what changes is how you deal with your emotions. Over time, the pain, disappointment and anger may diminish. It will come to a point wherein it becomes just a distant thought with no more emotional impact. Nevertheless, it will enter your mind… someday, you’ll look back… especially during the times in your life when you’re forced to recall it. But then you’re in control. Because it doesn’t affect you like it used to. And this is when you can say that you’re stronger, because of what you’ve been through and because of what you had to endure.That’s why I can say that there’s absolutely nothing wrong with remembering. “Forgive, but never forget“. Now, that’s more like it. Wouldn’t you agree?  

Keep Fighting

remember to fight for it – what you believe in, what you want, what you Love.  because as uncontrollable and unforeseeable as the – your – our – future may be, knowing that you invested and exhausted all efforts in the name of the best thing you’ve ever experienced, can provide the kind of peace that sets anguish apart from calmness of mind.

it takes strength to fight, endure, hurt, and still hope. strength that you don’t think you have, at first. but Life takes strength. Love takes strength. and because we’re all meant to live and Love, we all have just the amount of strength we need to do both.

Live and Love.

credits to http://www.flickr.com/photos/eva_patikian/

Top 10 - Things Women Want

Whether she wants to admit it or not, every woman has a mental checklist of qualities that her ideal partner must possess. While the list will differ somewhat from woman to woman, these ten qualities are almost always found somewhere in her 'must have' list of qualities.

1. Respect.

Women want a man who has respect for himself and shows respect to others. We want to know that you value yourself and that you're going to treat us - as well as our family and friends - right. A man who can't be friendly and courteous isn't going to last long, if he even makes it through the front door.

2. Honesty.

An honest man is, generally speaking, a trustworthy man. Someone who lies is lying for a reason, so it stands to reason that someone who is open and honest has nothing to hide. Would you want to be with a woman if you knew or strongly suspected that she was lying to you? Probably not, and women feel the same way.  

3. Loyalty.

Really, does this need any explanation? We don't want to share you. When you're in a relationship with a woman, it is expected that anything romance-related is reserved especially for her. Your kisses are for her, your sweet nothings are for her ears only, your romantic nights out belong to her, and so on.

4. Maturity.

A woman wants a man, not a child. There's a time and a place to joke around, and it's up to you to know when those times and where those places are. It can be as simple as setting aside the jokes at her aunt's funeral to something as easily overlooked as not teasing her in front of her children, who may not understand that you're just kidding and start to think that it's okay to make fun of Mommy.

5. Confidence.

Is it really a big surprise? Men who aren't afraid to be themselves and take control of their own life are a lot more attractive than men who just sit in their safe-zone day after day waiting for life to happen to them. 

6. Compassion.

It's nice to have a shoulder to cry on at the end of a bad day, and the boyfriend is at the top of the 'preferred shoulders' list (after Mom and the best friend, of course). A woman wants a man who's understanding and comforting, who will rub her back and stroke her hair and hold her tissue box if need be. If you want to make the cut, the last thing you want to do in this area is to snap at her when she comes to you for comfort - doing so will only make her hesitant to come to you in the future.

7. Intelligence.

You don't have to be the next Einstein, but you do have to be capable of carrying on an intelligent conversation. Women want to be able to discuss real, meaningful topics with their significant other, whether it's politics or philosophy or whatever else they happen to be interested in. If all you can talk about is sports or cars or drinking, you'll find yourself talking to an empty seat.

8. The ability to provide and protect.

No big surprise here: women want to be financially secure. If something happens and she can't work, she wants to know that you can provide for her and any children you may have. Similarly, you don't need to go around beating up every guy who looks at her the wrong way, but it puts a woman's mind at ease to know that her man knows how to react in an emergency situation, be it an extreme allergic reaction, a fire, or an intruder in the house.

9. Chivalry.

Ignore the extremists; most women would love to have a man open the car door for her, take her jacket, or walk her to her door after a date. Sure, she can do it herself, but going out of your way to do something for her every now and then will make her feel great. Conversely, doing something like sitting outside in your vehicle honking your horn when you go to pick her up for a date is a good way to make sure there's no second date.  

10. Hygiene.

Nobody wants to get close to someone who's greasier than fast food and smells like a compost bin. 
Before you go to pick her up, shower, shave, brush, comb, and splash on a little cologne for good measure. Show her that you care about her opinion and want to look your best for her.

When it comes to women, there's no surefire way to find your way into her heart, but there are plenty of little things you can do to increase your chances, and unless you're King of the Jerks, none of them involve making drastic changes. A thank you here, a romantic dinner there, and a little more effort every day, and you can easily have a perfectly happy woman at your side. 

Credit to Ms. M. Morrison

Pleasing Everybody

Different people have different perception. One man's meat could be another man's poison.


A couple bought a donkey from the market. On the way home,a boy commented, "Very stupid. Why neither of them ride on the donkey?"Upon hearing that, the husband let the wife ride on the donkey. He walked besides them. Later, an old man saw it and commented, "The husband is the head of family. How can the wife ride on the donkey while the husband is on foot?" Hearing this, the wife quickly got down and let the husband ride on the donkey. 

Further on the way home, they met an old Lady. She commented, "How can the man ride on the donkey but let the wife walk. He is no gentleman." 
The husband thus quickly asked the wife to join him on the! donkey. Then, they met a young man. He commented, "Poor donkey, how can you hold up the weight of two persons. They are cruel to you." Hearing that, the husband and wife immediately climbed down from the donkey and carried it on their shoulders. 

It seems to be the only choice left. Later, on a narrow bridge, the donkey was frightened and struggled. They lost their balance and fell into the river. 


MORAL LESSON: You can never have everyone praise you, nor will everyone condemn you. Never in the past, not at present, and never will be in the future. 

Thus, do not be too bothered by others words if our conscience is clear.. 


Start your year right! Happy New Year Everyone!  :)

Holiday Greetings

Merry Christmas to all my dear friends! If not for all of you, I wouldn't have learned as much as I have, and for that I thank You!

To those who are still in my life ... Thanks for staying here with me, especially when I was going through some rough moments. Your support helped me to go on. I truly appreciate it.
(wont mention names , but, you know who you are! ) THANKS guys!

To those who are not in my life anymore ... Wish you had stayed. You don't know what you are missing! LOL!

May you all have a wonderful Christmas & A Prosperous New Year!

Enhancing Relationships - PATIENCE

This is a true story which happened in the States. A man came out of his home to admire his new truck. To his puzzlement, his three-year-old son was happily hammering dents into the shiny paint of the truck. The man ran to his son, knocked him away, hammered the little boy's hands into pulp as punishment. When the father calmed down, he rushed his son to the hospital. 

Although the doctor tried desperately to save the crushed bones, he finally had to amputate the fingers from both the boy's hands. When the boy woke up from the surgery & saw his bandaged stubs, he innocently said, " Daddy,I'm sorry about your truck." Then he asked, "but when are my fingers going to grow back?" The father went home & committed 
suicide. 

Think about this story the next time someone steps on your feet or you wish to take revenge. Think first before u lose your patience with someone u love. Trucks can be repaired.. Broken bones & hurt feelings often can't. Too often we fail to recognize the difference between the person and the performance. We forget that forgiveness is greater than revenge. 

People make mistakes. We are allowed to make mistakes. But the actions we take while in a rage will haunt us forever. 

The Health Benefits of Humor: Laughter the Best Medicine

Life is not a bed of roses, at times it is beautiful and at others it leaves behind a trail of sadness. There are many times in our lives when we feel low and the challenges expect us to tackle them clearly and responsibly but that doesn’t mean that we should remove the slightest moments of laughter and light heartedness from our lives.

Laughter is a blessing in disguise which many of us fail to realize. In fact it is one of the things which are contagious in a positive manner; when you smile you leave a smile on the onlooker’s face as well. Laughter is one integral aspect which takes a person beyond just the concept of flesh and bones. Indeed, a person who laughs more has a happy heart and a happy mind which are extremely essential to be successful in life.

Laughter is therapeutic in nature as it opens up your lungs by freeing the breathing process, eases the chest tension by stretching the diaphragm and gives an overall healing effect to your body. It helps in improving respiratory functions for people suffering from problems like asthma. Laughter boosts the overall blood circulation as it improves the blood vessel function and reduces blood pressure and heart rate. It also helps reduce stress in a great way as it reduces the ‘cortisol’ level in the body.

One of the best healing effects of laughter is seen in combating cancer. Cancer thrives in a body which is oxygen depleted and laughter is known to increase the blood circulation thus it increases the availability of oxygen in the body. This is precisely the reason why most of the patients are advised to watch funny stories and cartoons to make them laugh uncontrollably. Another laughter therapy is that it reduces weight by reducing food cravings. In fact, laughing for ten minutes burns 40 calories in a day. Laughter indeed, is the best medicine. To lead a happy and healthy life, laugh a lot and enjoy your life.

Pampering Day!

Yesterday was so dramatic, I guess it’s one of those days when I really can’t figure out what to do. I’m at a point in my life where I’m trying to let go of some things which im not really sure if i can afford to lose. Im too scared to admit that there are some things in life that isn't easy to let go, I have this tendency to just deny it and my way is to just push it away. I had been overwhelmed with fears, and I kept holding on to my past hurts and I just can't stop clinging on to it, I generalize things, and usually anticipate bad things will happen again. But hey! I can't blame myself, I have reasons why I should feel that way.

Oh well,  I do feel SANER today...So, I decided to splurge today and pamper myself by eating healthy meals, ate all the food I craved for the last two weeks, went to a SPA house, had a steam bath to relax my  tired muscles, then finally, got a relaxing massage. Really a massage is a great way to remove the STRESS that you feel through out your whole body. And truly, things will look better when you feel a little better.. I'm feeling much calmer now and hope i would be able to get through til tomorrow. (fingers crossed) 

Not sure what else to say right now....What's important is that, I managed to make myself happy today.


This is me... just venting, I just had to get this out of my system.


I hope you won't get tired of me. 

MISTAKES

Nobody likes making mistakes. But you must also realize that mistakes are an essential part of self improvement. Don’t be overwhelmed with guilt and regret, analyze how you can learn from them.

* Apologize with Dignity

If you’ve made mistakes that harm other people, it is important to offer a dignified apology. Be clear that it was an unfortunate incident that will not be repeated. A good apology can go along way to restoring trust.

If you don’t apologize, out of embarrassment or unwillingness, the offended person will hold it against you. If your apology is sincere, the other person is likely to forgive you.

* Don’t Waste Time Trying to Justify Mistakes

Unfortunately, it is our natural instinct to try to justify our actions. When you make a mistake, theinitial reaction is to blame someone else.

We justify mistakes for the sake of our ego. Sometimes it is best to say, very simply — yes, I made a mistake.

* Avoid Repeating Mistakes

You should avoid feeling guilty about making mistakes, but at the same time, you should make a resolution to learn from them.

* Mistakes are Opportunities to Learn

From your own mistakes you can gain wisdom and accelerate self-improvement.



We must understand that we're only human.Accept that we will make mistakes and that we are not perfect.

Health Benefits of Steam Baths

Stress and tension is a fairly common occurrence for most people these days. There are occasions when stress can be so overwhelming that you feel like giving up. You can become depressed and when you reach this state it is extremely difficult to motivate yourself to do anything. Your physical and emotional well-being can suffer if you let stress get to you, which is why you have to find a way to let off steam. You need to find something which enables you to release those pent-up emotions and gets you to burn off some energy.One of the things I learned lately is that going to a gym or spa after a hard day's work can really do wonders. I discovered that taking a steam bath/sauna have health benefits beyond just relaxation.

photo from tine_stone of flicker

A good sweat whether it's from a workout or from a steam bath is excellent for healthy skin. Dermatologists understand the benefits of steam to create a beautiful, healthy glow. Serious sweating washes the skin better than soap and water since it unlocks the pores and lets deep-seated grime along with dead cells to be washed out. 


Steam bathing is also an effective treatment in respiratory conditions and is highly recommended for the treatment of the common cold, sinusitis, bronchitis, and asthma (it does apply to me because I'm an asthmatic person). Steam relieves inflammation and congestion of the upper respiratory membranes, It also helps relieves throat irritation by moistening the air. Steam loosens secretions and stimulates discharges of mucous from the throat and lungs. Also, it improves circulation and blood flow, the heat of a steam causes the heart rate to increase and blood vessels to expand that creates cardiovascular workout without having to strain muscles and joints, it is actually the same result we get from mild workout such as brisk walk.

Steam bath also relaxes muscles and relieves the pain due to physical and mental stress, even releasing toxins and free radicals that may allow for better overall health. You may wonder about the difference between sauna and steam bath but there generally is no difference noted between a dry sauna and a wet sauna or a steam bath as the benefit is related to generating enough sweat and heat to detoxify and relax the body.

One of the things I realize in my own life is that no matter how bad a day might have been, taking care of my self makes all the difference in how I feel about who I am. Taking care of my body not only cleanses the outside, but it also refreshes me internally. From my perspective it’s a cleansing of the soul if you will. Taking care of my body reenergizes me from within.


Now that I learned that stress and tension can affect our physical, mental and emotional state, the best way to restore ourselves is to reward ourselves with a hot and relaxing bath.  :)

To Hold On or To Let Go?

Heartbreak is the number one thing that can destroy motivation..losing someone you love takes away all the reasons to go on living..it may be overrated but most certainly feels that way..if you choose to believe in love then you should be prepared for the opposite: losing it..this is where we get into the nitty gritty of holding on vs letting go..when your mind tries to keep holding on to something, it keeps playing back the memories over and over..the mind is tracking back everything that has happened..so by holding on to those memories, you are stuck in a prison within your mind..there is a natural process in life that involves letting go as there cannot be an inhale without having to exhale, so life itself does not complete its expression until it lets go..however, often we resist the letting go part..how long may we hold on to the past before it becomes a deadening action on one’s own potential and future..some people let themselves deteriorate along with the ghosts of the past..change is harder to some than others, but there’s no denying it as an integral process of life..there’s really no way to keep seasons from changing spring to summer then fall to winter..we harvest the crops and then let go, only to discover new growth in the spring..like it would be foolish to try to hold onto the tomato plant..we could shield it from the cold and snow, but it would still die..our actions would be futile and a waste of time..nature knows that what grows must die and that new growth will come..how then can we approach the many circumstances in our lives when we face a time of letting go?  it is by loving that we are able to let go easily and with grace, knowing there will be new growth somewhere as a result..if dear friends announces their move hundreds of miles away, let your love of them and happiness for their great new life ease the loss of their sweet loving presence in your everyday routine..recognize with love that it is an important step in their life thus celebrate it rather than mourn their departure..loving and letting go can be applied as well to numerous other situations..perhaps the best that we can do when we face a situation or circumstance that calls us to let go is to go deeply into the love that is there..in recognizing the love present, we can find peace in letting go and an ability to see the new life that becomes possible..we can let go through loving, because love never dies even though the person is gone, the situation will surely end sometime..this is a no brainer cold truth, but why does it hurt like hell?  does it mean it’s still worth holding on to?

Never Ending Story

You would think that after a while things would get better… you just have to accept that that’s what life is like. And then it’s some huge surprise every single time I fail, even though I should be used to it by now because it’s like my life story. Its my never ending story and my life has always been like this. up-down, happy-sad, cry-laugh, love-hurt, in-love-broken-hearted.....

I wonder why people act so surprised when they find out how unhappy I really am.  It’s as though they couldn’t tell just by looking at me, or talking to me.  They really needed to see through me, which not many people do.  That’s usually because the second they do, they get scared and leave, or they give up and leave.

That's why  I like to get really dressed up sometimes and deny everything to please them or make them not to worry anymore... but sometimes its better admit to everyone, for me to know if they could really accept me for who i am...

Some people will always tell you it will get better. It’s like this,like that, blah blah blah...really shitty advice everyone feels compelled to give you when you’ve been hurt.  But that’s exactly what it is.  just an advice.  Although it might eventually be okay, but it isn’t right now.  Why is it so bad to feel bad, in a situation that isn’t good at all?

It’s hard to be strong when you are trying so hard to get through the day without dying. Is it hard to understand?

And sometimes I think, there's really no big plan for us.  Some people spend their whole lives believing that there is a reason why we are here, we just haven’t figured it out.  But I now know why. The reason we are all born, is to die.  Inevitably it is the only two things every person will have in common.  They were all born to die.  So what if I want my destiny to happen sooner than everyone else???  

I'm so sick and tired of it all.

Happy Day of the Dead!

I really had a hard time looking for a great costume, a lot of choices though but made me really crazy to choose LOL! so eventually, I end up getting  a Simple but Glamorous Look that made me feel so perfect!
Sooo Me. :)

Here are some pics at the Halloween FAB Party :

Me wearing a sexy Purple mini Tube Dress with my good friend Dianne  :)

The paparazzi loves me! haha

@ Davao's  new Club and a new place to party. STARR. Dine. Party. Shine  

scaryyyyyyyy...

I hope you've had a Happy Halloween too. Cheers y'all!

So Tired

It seems each day I wake up I try to think positive.... but it never fails that I am reminded of how things are not as I wish they were. I am SO tired of feeling depressed. I ignore the good things, advances, and even gestures from others because I am so wrapped up in my consuming past pains.  I used to be so strong, but now I can NOT stop the tears from flowing. It's amazing how I let myself get so attached to anything or anyone in my life when I know that at anytime anyone I love could leave or just not be around anymore. I thought that telling people how you truly feel and being honest are the only TRUE way to having a HAPPY full life, but to what purpose now ......... when I know that someday.. they would eventually choose to walk away. I am trying really hard not to become angry and  bitter. But I am tired of feeling like I am always the one being hurt. I am tired of crying alone and feeling sorry for myself. 

I know I deserve all the things my heart desires -----but how & when?
When and how do I get to be really happy?

Eat, Pray, Love

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Eat, Pray, Love 

One Woman's Search for Everything Across Italy, India and Indonesia. Written by Elizabeth Gilbert, the book is a memoir chronicling the soul-searching time she spent traveling in Rome, India and Bali after she realizes her life needs a new direction. Many women found her story inspiring, but some found it impractical. 

I just watched the movie last night and most likely, though you’re familiar with Liz’s story, so I don’t want to spend time writing a standard “movie review.” I found the movie very entertaining, a good example of how out-of-touch with reality some people can be. Liz ( played by Julia Roberts ) was able to leave her entire life behind, to get away after a difficult and painful divorce (which she initiated) to heal and get perspective on life. Basically it's a story about taking chances and following your heart. 

I read a lot of bad reviews about the book and the film as well. Honestly, I never understood exactly what drove her to leave her marriage but as stated she feels unfulfilled and was not happy anymore but that's life!, everyone at one time or another has been completely frustrated or disappointed with their life's direction, and felt the need for a change. 


Practically no one has the resources (be it time, money, or support) to just pack up and leave everything behind. I guess people nowadays especially women  has commitments, obligations and bills to pay. But I believe, Gilbert was not suggesting for a moment that we should all travel the globe in pursuit of happiness. She then understands that she was privileged to be able to do so. The idea is that we all might want to consider a little more depth in our lives and a whole lot more mindfulness.

The part that I loved most was in India, when she met the most wonderful character that I especially loved Richard from Texas, a bit crass but down to earth man. He is so fully in tune with himself and has accepted who he is so completely, he makes every moment feel authentic. He kind of makes you want to see a movie about his character instead. I just admire him so much. And he makes me laugh too. He taught LIZ how to forgive herself from all the mistakes she did especially the failed marriage she had and that is exactly the message of this film/book. To forgive. Forgive yourself and do it now! then let it go. She finally was able to come to terms with herself and to let go of the worry and the pain that had consumed her. I also admire her for being a flawed but honest person.

Mistakes happen, but that’s it. They happen, and you move on. You learn from it. But you can’t get back to who you really are unless you accept what happened and forgive yourself – at that point, you can get back to being comfortable and even happy with who you are. And it’s when that happens that your inner beauty shines through, you see and speak through your heart, and you won’t have to change a thing about yourself in order to love and be loved.

This book/film does inspire you to reach beyond yourself in order to see the better, more complete you.

Go GAGA with HANDBAGS!!!

The It-Bag (as they call it)  is the ultimate 21st- century object of desire, not just for supermodels and celebutantes, but for working women from all walks of life.  These days women are more prepared to spend on a handbag particularly ones with BIG fancy brand names like Chanel, Coach, Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Prada and Hermes. They shop for fashion bags as frequently as they eat, worry about the delay of the new arrivals and so on. 

But why do we find bags so desirable? It's partly because they've become a unique outward statement of a woman's status, fashion savvy and earning power - and the rising popularity of handbags over the past 100 years has followed the increasing social independence of their owners.

Based on an Article in U.K. Two hundred years ago, a woman's role was largely domestic and she would keep her belongings in a purse tucked into the folds of her clothes.

But as women started leaving the home, both for leisure and work, bags became a useful way of carrying their possessions.

These days most women's bag contains survival kit for daily life in the urban jungle - from mobile phone, tampons, make-up, money and keys, to hair straighteners, laptops, Blackberries, chewing gum, condoms or a change of clothes.

As a result, its mystique remains intact: many men find the complexities of what women carry in a handbag thrillingly obscure and would never dare to invade its privacy.

Most women would feel naked without their handbags. And, as clothes become ever more streamlined and minimalist, it is in your choice of bag that you can make sure you stand out from the crowd.

But with so many designer bags vying for our attention, what does it take to lift a handbag to authentic 'It' status?

The most obvious attribute is a striking design. An It-Bag needs to be instantly recognizable. Another vital element for an It-Bag, of course, is glamour. Often this comes from the magical association between a brand and a celebrity - such as the famous Hermes Kelly bag. 

Kate Moss's official Spring 2010 Ads

Clever marketing inevitably also plays a vital role in creating a must-have. While Kate Moss  ( who modeled Longchamp Paris ) may always be able to get her hands on the latest luxury bag, for the woman in the street it's much more of a challenge, regardless of money.

Women's natural competitiveness is, of course, cleverly managed by the top bag designers.

Recently, longchamp le pliage bags began to receive recognition and praise due to their line of leather covered pipes.  The gorgeous bags were a hit and were the catalyst for Longchamp’s growth through all of Asia and most of the world today. Longchamp’s most popular line is the Le Pliage collection. There are several reasons for its popularity among both teenagers and adults. Also, the price point is very reasonable considering the craftsmanship and allure of the Longchamp brand. It’s great to be able to own a quality bag that is both beautiful and practical. 

Well, I just got my new LONGCHAMP's seasonal edition for 2010 Coup de Pinceau, (not the Le Pliage collection) but definitely you'll love it's simple yet elegant style. This bag is made of a lightweight durable printed canvas, perfect for daily outings. Longchamp bags really do have such tremendous ideas when it comes to designs. 

LONGCHAMP Coup de Pinceau Striped Canvas Tote

I am now thinking what to buy next...  :)

Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-486265/Bags-class--women-love-handbags-much.html#ixzz12yPvgNnT