It’s not everyday that I get to have my pictures professionally taken. I’m so glad that I attended Belle de Jour Power Planner (BDJ)’s housewarming party the other day. Their photographer did an awesome job in capturing us guests on camera. I enjoyed the party, the photo shoot, and the whole experience!
This definitely won’t be the last BDJ event I’ll attend. I had too much fun and I got to meet many like-minded women. Now it’s time to continue making plans that let us shine and thrive!
Yesterday, I dropped by The Study by Enderun to get some planning done. It was indeed inspiring to work on my bullet journal with a cuppa on hand at a stylish coworking space.
I also managed to crochet on my desk for the day. I enjoyed my stay, and the people there are so accommodating. I highly recommend this space if you prefer having coworking access inside a mall, right in the heart of Ortigas.
Then, I attended the BDJ Housewarming Party. Belle de Jour Power Planner or simply BDJ is a local planner brand that has an online community of goal-digging women. It was an honor to be a part of their new office’s opening.
They had a planner customization area where I also had a housewarming of sorts for my Foxy Fix planner.
It was inspiring to make my planner more colorful by using their washi tapes and stickers.
There was also a photo studio where I got to have a professional photographer take pictures of me with my planner and yarn.
Speaking of crafts, it was wonderful to meet Janna, the talented artist behind local sticker brand Crafts Delight. If you want stickers for your planner or journal, check out her page and support her emerging brand!
Lastly, I got to have my oracle cards read and I got the Diana and Krishna cards- gentle reminders for me to stay focused and to expect the best possible outcome.
It is important for me to write down my plans in order to be fully aware of my path. Attending a coworking open house and housewarming party for a planner company were lovely opportunities to get centered and remind myself of the magic that I am capable of executing (just like the event hashtag, #bdjmagicinme).
Here’s to more plans and motivational messages from the universe!
I regularly send out postcards via snail mail to similar-minded friends and family. Most of them live abroad, so a handwritten card goes a long way in reminding them of memories we have shared and things that are worth celebrating. Since it’s the holiday season, I sent some Christmas postcards from Papemelroti. I spruced them up with some washi tape which I conveniently bring inside my planner.
I am so excited for them to receive my mail! I will definitely continue my postcard tradition in 2019.
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 dealt with errands yesterday morning, and I must say that I adulted with only good vibes in mind.
I crocheted again in between my meetings. I am beginning to understand why so many people are hooked on crocheting, pun intended! It is a time warp, and it feels good to hold the yarn in my hands while stitching this scarf.
Then, I had lunch at Yoshinoya. Their Go Solo meal was a delicious combo consisting of their beef bowl, coffee jelly, and iced tea.
After accomplishing another round of errands, I went crazy at the stationery section of Landmark Department Store. They have so many cute and affordable stuff for planner girls like me!
They have washi tapes and sticky notes!
Van Gogh notebooks were available in various prints and sizes.
Thankfully, I exercised some restraint and just bought three washi tapes and three books of sticky notes.
Then, I went to The Craft Central.
I bought more planner essentials: two washi tape holders, one frosted divider, and a ruler divider.
I am so excited to fill my planner with new schedules! For now, I am buying the basics.
I am reviving my planner journey with washi tape!
I wrapped-up my day with dinner at Ok Street, the new Korean food court at Vertis North.
I ordered their kimchi fried rice. It was tasty and filling! I’ll definitely go back.
I am building my planner because even if I am constantly blogging on the go, I still prefer using pen and paper to organize my life. By buying these bits and pieces, I am giving myself room to customize my agenda. Having a planner lets me enjoy a tangible experience of “fixing” my day. In the next few weeks and months, I will be going through changes which will surely make me learn, improve, and grow. For now, I am planning, hooking, and scheduling things.
There will always be room for happiness, one day at a time.
