Burning and Praying

Yesterday, I started my day with Zumba... 

 ...and breakfast at my local park. 

I had to swing by the Pink Sisters Convent to give thanks and pray for my intercessions for the month of July.  

Later during the day, I had lunch at Happon Ramen House. 

I han their chicken ramen broth soup...

 ...sukiyaki donburi...

 ...and gyoza. 

I sketched my lunch and enjoyed my meal. 

I also explored the building. Since I have a thing for doors, I found this bar charming.  

Then, I proceeded to my usual waxing salon. I never appreciated its coziness until now. 

I was also wearing a scarf I crocheted, so I felt confident. 

I ended my day out with a visit to St. Clare. 

I enjoyed my day out and took notice of the details which I previously took for granted. Indeed, when I appreciate the fine print in life, everything will be in screaming color. I look forward to a myriad of hues as I explore possibilities in the coming days! 

Zumba and Social Good

Yesterday, I woke up early for another Zumba workout.  

Taking selfies before driving to the park keeps me motivated to burn more calories. Don’t ask me why. It just works for me.  

I followed it up with a hearty brekkie.  

It started raining by the time I arrived at Human Nature to buy my social enterprise-made toiletries and products for the month of July.  

Later during the day, I enjoyed a full meal at Cafe Shibuya. I had their weekday combo of truffle mushroom soup, truffle pasta, and salad. For dessert, I had the honey toast in baby size and a steaming hot cuppa.  

And I sketched my lunch on my Traveler’s Notebook, because a meal that delicious deserves to be documented.  

Working out and supporting social enterprises are just two of my passions. I continue to share with you my interests and inspirations because it is my hope that more people will find meaning in their lives in the same way that I find joy in my habits. I will keep you posted here on my blog, so that you can also be inspired to have better days ahead! 

Saturday Finds

Yesterday, I woke up before the alarm clock was supposed to ring. I headed to my Zumba class with zest and energy which I haven’t felt in ages. 

I must say, this morning person project has really motivated me to get moving! 

I also walked around the weekend tiange or bazaar. 

I saw some colorful bags.  

And I found a stall that sells Japanese surplus ceramics. 

By the time I got home to freshen up, I was already looking forward to do some creative journaling. 

I sketched this part of our townhouse on my Traveler’s Notebook. 

Later during the day, I had this Dos Espesyal breakfast meal from Via Mare, which I also sketched.  

I had a fabulous Saturday. My finds inspired me to think of a more charmed life for myself. I also realized that food and home mean more to me now that I have been sketching them on my journal! Here’s to a more meaningful life, one that is sketched and painted in bursts of color.  

The Struggle is Real

Sometimes, we just have to carry on even when it is difficult to do so. I am currently job hunting and it is quite a struggle. I can only take potential jobs located near my home, as I have hypothyroidism. I get tired easily and stress makes my condition worse. I need to manage stress by reducing commute time and distance. I also want to focus on a corporate career, so my options are limited to a few openings. I miss working and the daily grind that goes along with it. I hope to be hired soon so I can provide for myself and have my own life again. For now, I'm working out everyday and burning calories in style.