Gracee's Lifestyle Journal

Behind every home is a story—one shaped by sacrifice, perseverance, and the quiet courage to keep dreaming despite life’s challenges. For many Filipino families, owning a home is not achieved overnight. It is built through years of hard work, putting family first, saving little by little, and holding on to the belief that life will get better. Through its growing community of homeowners, P.A. Properties continues to witness these powerful transformations—stories that embody the journey from “Noon” to “Ngayon.” From Breadwinner to Homeowner Jaapar Muhajil, a unit owner at San Jose Residencias in Sta. Rosa, Laguna, spent much of his life putting others first. Coming from a large family of 16 siblings, with parents working as sidewalk vendors, Jaapar took on the responsibility of supporting his family early on. After finishing his studies, he immediately worked to help provide for them, setting aside his own dreams—including owning a home. In 2024, that long-awaited dream became reality w...

Maria Theresa Aguilar (middle), winner of the EastWest Puregold Always Panalo Visa Raffle Promo, receives her BYD Seagull EV from EastWest’s Romae Bargo (Product Management Officer) and Krisselle Sison (SAVP and Elite Products Head)   East West Banking Corporation (EastWest), together with Puregold Price Club, has awarded a BYD Seagull to the grand prize winner of the EastWest Puregold Always Panalo Visa Raffle Promo, highlighting how routine grocery spending and everyday card use can translate into major rewards. The grand prize winner is Maria Theresa Aguilar, 28, a virtual assistant from Biñan, Laguna. A regular shopper at Puregold Pavilion Biñan, Aguilar said she applied for the EastWest Puregold Always Panalo Visa credit card after learning that cardholders could earn raffle entries through both card acquisition and qualified transactions. “ Hindi ko akalain na ako ang mananalo, lalo na sa dami ng nagsho-shop sa  Puregold nationwide,” Aguilar said. Aguilar said the vehicl...

In this heat, the aircon is definitely calling! Summer came alive as 24,000+ viewers at SM Supermalls x TikTok LIVE transformed everyday malling into a fully immersive, real-time experience! Marking the first of many LIVE collaborations, #SummerPlayAtSM brought some of your most-loved creators like Iñigo Jose, Sean Tristan, and more to vibe check the ultimate summer hangouts here at your most loved SM!  Rooted in the idea that summer is best enjoyed together, #SummerPlayatSM aimed to bring the summer fun no matter where they are as creators invited audiences to tag along as they explored and discovered their next move LIVE. This new interactive experience set the tone for a new era of malling. One where discovery, connection, and community seamlessly come together both on-ground and on-screen here in your most-loved mall, SM Supermalls–All For You! Play All Day, LIVE! The ultimate weekend plan finally turned into reality as creators brought their audiences straight into the action,...

The Autism Society Philippines (ASP), together with SM Cares and its partners, gathered 47,500 allies and advocates nationwide together at the ASP Angels Walk for Autism last April 26, 2026. The record-breaking attendance this year reflects the growing support for the Autism Community through collective programs and efforts done by SM Cares and the ASP in forging an Autism-OK Philippines.  For close to two decades, SM hosted the ASP Angels Walk as a celebration that aims to turn a long-standing advocacy into a meaningful celebration of inclusion, dignity, and hope. This year's celebration further expanded this advocacy by empowering communities through simultaneous walks across SM's most-loved malls nationwide.  “ ASP Angels Walk reminds us that inclusion is about creating space, and more importantly, making people feel that they truly belong. At SM, we are honored to walk united with the autism community—their families and fellow advocates who have long shown us the power of ...

SM Supermalls marked the first anniversary of SM Active Hub with a nationwide activation across its malls, transforming them into the largest playground in the country and the biggest shared space for movement in one synchronized day. Play goes full throttle at SM City Clark as families dive into the energy of SM Active Hub with movement, fun, and connection in one space. Launched a year ago, SM Active Hub set out to change how people experience malls. Not just as places to shop, but as spaces to move, connect, and live fully. This vision scaled across the entire network. Kids take the lead at the Push Bike Competition at SM City Bicutan during the nationwide celebration of the SM Active Hub anniversary. On April 11, SM Active Hub brought “One Day, Every Mall, One Movement” to life. From sunrise to sunset, malls nationwide hosted runs, rallies, and free-play sessions, turning SM into the largest playground in the country for one synchronized day. Main celebrations took place at SM Mall...

Every day is a chance to embrace your most honest self. To let your personality shine through and create space for the person who matters the most, yourself! Hey besties, come join us for another fashion & lifestyle moment here in the Metro! Today’s theme: new GRWM essentials you wouldn’t want to miss. Fresh fits? Home picks? Redefine your everyday life with these fresh new concepts curated #AllForYou, and get ready with your most-loved SM Supermalls! Elevated Fits to Start Your Day Step 1: Everyday essentials, but make it fashion! Rise and shine in looks that actually slay, and check out these wardrobe refreshes to help you seize the day. New Balance  Featuring its newest store located at Level 2, Building B of SM Podium, New Balance delivers its wide variety of athletic footwear, apparel, and accessories designed for both performance and everyday wear. Apple & Eve  Opening soon at the Central Walk Lower Ground Level of SM City Fairview, Apple & Eve brings its fir...