Hooking, Burning, and Yearning

I started my day by crocheting while waiting for my workout to start. 

Then, I satisfied my craving for cheap pares by having it for breakfast.  

I continued hooking while having cofeenut.  

I later rode the BGC bus (which was efficient and comfortable) to Net Park.  

I took a few selfies  (using self-timer!) at the lobby. I was wearing a scarf that I quickly knitted using chunky yarn and 10mm needles from Dreams Yarnshoppe. 

Then, I proceeded to Manila House...

...for the Katutubo Pop-Up Market!  I bought a woodland garland for my mom from Knitting Expedition, one of my favorite social enterprises. Their stuffed animals and home trimmings were handknit in Ifugao. I also joined their Knitting Adventure at Banaue last February!

I caught up with some of my mom’s friends from the fashion industry (she used to be a ramp model).

I also saw Candy Reyes, Knitting Expedition’s girl boss and master knitter! 

I also looked around the fair. Everything was beautiful. I saw this wallpaper in the premises, and I loved it because it was somewhat related to my crocheting and knitting. 

I sat down for a cuppa. 

And I transferred to Fully Booked to enjoy their sale.

I wrapped up my Sunday with a visit to the PAWS Pet Cafe. My favorite shelter dog Ruff was there! If you want to adopt him, please contact PAWS!

I also saw other PAWS dogs in the cafe.  

I ordered my favorite tapa from The Craft Central Cafe. 

I had a productive Sunday! I worked out, crocheted, and supported my favorite advocacies. The way I see it, is that I get to hope and yearn for a brighter future for myself by sharing my blessings with social enterprises and causes I believe in. I am claiming that more blessings will pour into my life in the coming days, weeks, and months! 

Prayer, Paws and Empowerment

Yesteday, I worked out, and had chicken sopas and quick fried beef for breakfast at Tropical Hut. 

I also got four vintage saucers at my local weekend market for Php20. 

Then, I attended The Feast for the second time. 

I felt so blessed! 

I also knitted while worshipping. Talk about offering my handiwork to the Lord!

Then, I had the cheesy meaty spaghetti from Mister Donut. It was delicious! 

I spent time at the PAWS Pet Cafe to meet some puppers.  

I met Dr. Argus, Dr. Leo, and Dr. Torby, who are part of the Doctor Dogs program. They visit schools and hospitals to bring cheer and love. 

Then, a fourth Doctor Dog, Storm joined us for some cuddle time.  

I also went to the dermatologist’s for some acne care. Here I am with Melody, the fab lady who assists me whenever I’m there.  

Let me rock these pimple injection stickers! 

I dropped by the new branch of Books for Less at The Block. It’s a wasteland for all ages. They have secondhand books and stationery items!

Look at these handmade secret book boxes!

They also have a handsome shelf of vintage books. 

After buying a pre-loved book, I headed over to The Craft Central to purchase this gorgeous yarn. 

And, I was able to score this killer duo of Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls books at 20% off at the Fully Booked sale!

I am always happy with new books.  

For dinner, I had my favorite toasted naked longganisa at Breakfast Bin.  

And I ended my Sunday with a full-body massage at my nearby spa.  

I had a lovely Sunday. I spent it worshipping the Lord, hanging out with volunteer doggos, taking care of myself, and buying for soul food (read: books and yarn). I also sketched my food. 

Life should be spent well, with a balance of work, leisure, and self-care. There is nothing more empowering than the fact that I can support my favorite causes and practice my faith in one day. Here’s to better days ahead!

PAWS Pet Cafe Sunday

Yesterday, I got to spend another afternoon with dogs at the the PAWS Pet Cafe, a pop-up fundraising event at Vertis North. Donations are welcome in cash and in kind! For every P200 donation, you will be able to spend forty-five minutes with PAWS Doctor Dogs, who are trained to be sociable around fellow animals and humans alike. In fact, these Doctor Docs visit hospitals and schools to provide cheer and happy vibes. 

I was able to spend time with Storm... 

...and Bailey, who thinks that he’s a lapdog!  

While the Doctor Dogs are not adoptable as they already have furever homes, PAWS still has animals in ther shelter who are in need of foster or furever homes. Please consider adopting, fostering, donating, or volunteering! There is definitely a way that you could help the dogs and cats at the PAWS shelter.  

The PAWS Pet Cafe will run from Fridays to Sundays, 1-9PM, all weekends of June and July! Please consider donating and spending your precious time with their doctor dogs. Better yet, I hope that you will also adopt a pet instead of buying one from a breeder.  

Have a great week ahead, everyone! 

PAWS Pet Cafe

Yesterday was the first day of the PAWS Pet Cafe at Ayala Vertis North. It is an amazing experience for everyone to support the charity, and to possibly consider pet adoption as well. 

A purchase of at least P200 worth of dog food, food and drinks from select restaurants in the mall, and cash donation will entitle you to 45-minutes inside the pet cafe. 

Sebastian’s Ice Cream even has a doggos delight dairy-free ice cream for dogs!

I opted for the cash donation and enjoyed my afternoon with the dogs assigned during my stay. 

It was fun and relaxing!

I even fed them with treats. 

With Dr. Dong-dong...

 ...and Dr. Yan-yan!

The PAWS Pet Cafe runs until July 29, 2018, from Fridays to Sundays, 1-9PM at the lobby of Vertis North. Hope you can check it out soon!

PAWS Feature on Rated K

Last Sunday, I was on Philippine news-magazine show Rated K for five seconds. I was there as part of the feature on The Philippine Animal Society or PAWS. Pet adoption is one of my advocacies, and I was blessed to have supported the PAWS Furst Date event last Valentine’s. All proceeds from their pop-up pet cafe go to the animal shelter, and all of the featured dogs and cats were adoptable!

While I am waiting for my human Mr. Right, I carry on with supporting causes I believe in. I also shop from social enterprises like Human Nature. 

I do intend continue supporting my advocacies even after I get married. It is only ideal to practice what I preach while I am still single and able to do everything that I can on my free time. 

If you are interested to adopt a shelter dog or cat, please contact PAWS to find out how you can meet your next best friend. I guarantee you that PAWS takes care of all their shelter animals, and they will ensure that you will be matched with a suitable furbaby. God bless you!

PAWS Year of the Dog Date

After my short but sweet bonding time with Ella at Barkin Blends, I proceeded to PAWS for my second date with one of their adoptable fur kids. I already had a date with adoptable dog Ruff yesterday, and I enjoyed it so much! I simply had to have a second one with another shelter buddy. 

I was matched with Perseus, who has never been selected for a date yet. I walked him first around the compound since he was full of energy.  

He calmed down after I turned the walk into a jog. We went to the pop-up cafe for our date. 

He ate his snack, while I had a pastry and sipped my coffee.  

Before I knew it, this heartbreaker was kissing me! 

It was a magical date.  

I cannot explain how much love I felt from this guy. I am currently single, so this date has helped me too. I got to experience genuine love even if it was only for an hour at a shelter. I really hope that he will get adopted soon.  

If you are looking for a pet, please adopt from PAWS! Their dogs and cats need homes and they deserve a soft bed, hugs, belly rubs, and love. 

Here’s to a beautiful Year of the Dog ahead! 

Photo from PAWS