My life right now revolves around my terminally-ill dad. Whenever I need a break, I walk around the hospital.
I buy food from nearby establishments, such as Bonchon.
I knit.
And I talk to friends, such as Bianca (kinder and grade school classmate) and her boyfriend JP.
They gave my dad this prayer card from Padre Pio Chapel in Libis.
I am grateful for friends, food, and yarn that keep me going during this tough time. With a dash of faith and a lot of prayer, I know that I got this.
Yesterday, I bought my personal toiletries from the Human Nature Flagship Store. I also bought some orders for my customers. For all your natural personal care needs, just buy from my Human Nature Online Store! Thank you!
I also claimed my Dealer ID from the girls at the store.
I finally got my own Human Nature matte lipstick too! This is much talked about as the packaging is mostly paper. Here I am in the shade Warmth.
I indulged in some pasta for lunch at the Vertis North weekend market.
Then, I met up with my best friend Luti for some froyo at Elait,
I ordered their strawberry mango cheesecake froyo and it was heavenly as always!
We also had Fried Chicken Master.
And for dinner, I had Kimchi Project’s kimchi rice.
Life is always better with natural products, good food, and great company!
Yesterday, I started my day with a P2P ride to Makati.
I bought puto from the vendor at the bus station, and it was very good!
I went to AIM for the 2019 SWS Survey Review and it was insightful.
Then, I proceeded to Barkin’ Blends Dog Cafe to play with my doggo buddies.
I ended my day with some kimchi rice at the weekend bazaar near my parking space.
I had a productive Friday which was a balance of learning, cuddling, and eating! Hopefully, I’ll receive more invitations to learning opportunities and seminars.
Yesterday, I attended the grand opening of Barkin’ Blends Dog Cafe’s second branch at SM North Towers. I had so much fun!
I was greeted by Finn the golden retriever.
And I was drawn by their display of food for dogs!
Yes, dogs! You can date your dog here!
Since it was their opening, I was treated to salted egg chicken wings and carbonara which are only available from their Sta. Lucia branch.
I totally dig their inclusive restroom.
Here I am with the owners, Ajie and Ate Tina, who have already become my close friends.
Their doggo treats are reasonably priced.
They also offer made-to-order doggo cakes!
Finally, here are a couple of pictures with Bern, the main girlboss begins Barkin’ Blends. She’s wearing my Christmas present, a cowl which I have knitted for her.
I also got to cuddle their resident doggos, like my favorite Ella.
Here I am with Stark the pomsky...
...Booster the Lhasa apso...
...and Stitch the Frenchie!
Here’s a sample of their doggo meal, the arroz dogubana.
Buchie seems to like it!
For dessert, I dropped by their neighbor, Elait.
They are known for their deaf crew and frozen yogurt and custard.
I ordered the strawberry mango cheesecake frozen yogurt and it was delicious!
Props for using local dairy, Elait!
I started knitting a new cowl while having coffee.
Later that night, I had soup and fishcake from Korean joint Samjin Amook.
I also had shawarma bratwurst and rice near SM Hypermarket.
I capped off my day with Bayani Brew...
...and a 30-minute chair massage.
I will definitely go back to all the places I’ve been to yesterday, especially Barkin’ Blends and Elait! See you again soon!
Yesterday, I claimed my blood test results from the hospital. I was surprised with their festive holiday setup, which added cheer to my day.
Thankfully, my thyroid test results were good!
I celebrated with a stuffed crinkle from The Craft Central Cafe.
It was the best crinkle I’ve ever had outside of ADB!
Then, it was time for me to buy Christmas presents at Human Nature. I also got a bag of garlic banana chips, which is a guiltless snack of mine!
After paying for my gifts, I sipped some coffee while listening to Christmas songs in-store.
Human Nature still accepts usable toys to be donated to GK kids! Please donate your old toys at any Human Nature store.
You may also support me and my family by making a purchase from my Human Nature online store. Thank you and God bless you!
I went to Papemelroti to check-out their new stationery.
I ended up buying this pocket calendar, which I need to plan my events and obligations on the go.
It is perfect with my analog planning style.
I took a Grab ride and knitted to my destination.
Finally, it was time for dinner at Bonchon.
And I was able to squeeze in some shopping at Daiso before calling it a day.
I am managing my tasks one day at a time. I use tools like my handy analog planner, rewards like stuffed crinkles, and to keep myself afloat, I spend my earnings from my Human Nature online store. Please continue to support my business, so that I can carry on with life knowing that I am also helping GK communities with every product sold.
I recently overcame some personal challenges, and I am moving on with an improved mindset. I am determined to have better experiences, lessons, relationships, and opportunities moving forward.
I began envisioning a better future for myself by living in the present as I was crocheting this cowl. I used the leftover yarn from my beanie project a few days ago. It was enough to finish this decent-sized cowl.
Crochet helps me process my thoughts and map out my future. Here’s to more plans, positivity, and goals as I continue crocheting!
The other night, I decided to have mushroom bibimbap from O! Kitchen for dinner. It was delicious!
I burned it yesterday with Zumba.
I recovered with breakfast burger steak and coffee.
I pedaled on the stationary bike at the park.
And I took a brisk walk around the gardens.
I crossed Elliptical Road and found myself at the QC Public Library.
I enjoyed reading and working on yesterday’s blog entry via the high-speed WiFi connection.
I enjoyed my time with books and knowledge around me!
For lunch, I had the 100 tomato pasta...
...and the guiltless strawberry cake from Icing’s.
I had a check-up at the hospital and I loved their groovy staircase.
Later during the day, I dropped by the newly-opened Human Nature store at SM The Block.
I got myself a couple of pairs of cute scissors from Books for Less.
And I got a meaningful mirror from The Craft Central to remind me of that being happy is a choice.
I ended my day with anticipated mass and this mango and chocolate crepe.
I love Quezon City and I am proud of my hometown! I hope that you will also find yourself in any of the places I’ve been to, because they’re worth visiting. I am happy that there are so many affordable ways to enjoy myself in QC. I will surely miss being here everyday as I will work soon in Ortigas. But that doesn’t mean that my life will stop, just like that. I would just have to blog on the side, and maximize my weekends in order to speakoutsam!
