Pawsibilities

Yesterday, I had to attend to some personal matters. I knitted while waiting for my appointment. 

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After my scheduled meeting, I went to mass in this lovely chapel. 

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The weather was conducive for walking, so I took a stroll along Ayala Avenue. I chanced upon these sunflowers! 

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I had my eyebrows threaded, and I was pleased with the results. 

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Then, I went to Barkin’ Blends Dog Cafe to celebrate this day of possibilities. Here’s Forrest being extra clingy. 

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The next clingy dog was Robin! 

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He demanded for belly rubs, which I obliged. 

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My celebratory mood was heightened when Ella was handed over to me. She’s my favorite dog, and yesterday was her fourth birthday! 

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She is the sweetest chiweenie. 

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We spent the afternoon cuddling and “napping” (at least for me). 

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Being with Ella has reminded me to celebrate the small wins and look forward to the possibilities in my life. With a dash of prayer and a lot of pixie dust (I have the hairstyle to boot!), I am surely going to conquer greater heights, one day at a time. 

Day 11: Weekend Feel-Good Project

The past week has been a roller-coaster ride for me. I was able to land a promising opportunity which will come into fruition by the New Year. I was busy preparing for this to be finalized and with my freelance research work, so I made sure that I was in top form. I worked out, ate right, and published entries on self-improvement. I also attended a women-empowerment event at the ADB, where I was inspired to decide for myself. I made up my mind regarding a few personal matters, and I had to take action on a major part of my life. I had to let it go because it was no longer empowering me. By the time the weekend arrived, I was yearning to unwind and spend some time to cheer myself up. 

Any self-improvement process involves time to decompress. Rest is essential towards achieving a balanced life, so this weekend was all about chilling out.  

I began my weekend with a visit to Barkin Blends Dog Cafe

With Bernadette, the GirlBoss behind Barkin Blends

With Bernadette, the GirlBoss behind Barkin Blends

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I had dinner with my best friend.  

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I watched a concert which featured all of my favorite Filipino rockstars back when I was still in uni.  

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I goofed around at the photobooth  

I goofed around at the photobooth  

Itchyworms

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Barbie Almalbis

Barbie Almalbis

I wasn’t able to take a photo of Rivermaya because their set was so much fun! I was jumping to their songs. 

Ebe Dancel

Ebe Dancel

My favorite, Ely Buendia 

My favorite, Ely Buendia

 

I watched the concert alone! 

I watched the concert alone! 

I had my pixie trimmed at a new salon near my house.  

My pixie got a trim and I got to cuddle Barney at Barkin Blends afterwards.  

My pixie got a trim and I got to cuddle Barney at Barkin Blends afterwards.  

I also got to spend time with my family, read a novel, and workout as I normally do.  

I had a relaxing weekend (yes, a rock concert can be relaxing!) and I look forward to enjoying time on my own for now and eating out by myself

Restful weekends lead to productive weekdays. I am excited to diversify my life and discover more ways to enjoy my weekends.  

Let me know if you have anything to suggest regarding weekend ideas! Hit me an email at speakoutsam@gmail.com.  

Have a meaningful week ahead!