Consultation
The lump on my finger appeared last Sunday. I placed a warm compress first. Cold compress at night. On Tuesday, I feel my finger throb. Supposedly, will go to a doctor on Wednesday to consult about this; but, because of the "emergency" with Theo, the dog, he is prioritized and brought to the vet. He underwent blood tests and x-rays. So today, it is my turn.
Left the condo around 11 AM with my Swatch Greenshift Glow on my left wrist and my Apple watch on my right. I also wore my newly (online) purchased Tabi shoes. Proceeded to Patient First.
As soon as the doctor sees it, she says it is tendonitis. According to her, she, too, has it and it is very painful. Good thing mine is not inflamed. She requested for several tests.
After, I proceeded to Glorietta to buy items on my list. But first, had a late lunch at Yakiniku Like. Ordered my usual.
To buy the uni-ball Signo 207 0.7, went to SM Makati. It is no longer available. They only have the 0.5. I was able to buy at National Bookstore but a different model.
Checked the stall near Rustan's for a hair clip I can use for the wedding. Did not buy one. Then, I went to Rustan's to buy an RFID passport holder--Alpaka Ark Bifold Passport Wallet.
Proceeded to Muji Flagship Store to buy a notebook. Will give it to my nephew as one of his gifts and suggest that he uses it for his journal.
Visited the Mary, Mother of Hope Chapel at The Landmark and went to Anson's of said department store which happens to be on sale. Bought a mini food processor for Theo's food. With his age, it is hard for him to digest.
Home.
Labels: Chromebook, doctor, food, gift, mall, shopping
Brunch Date
I have a brunch date with my friend. It would be her belated despedida for me on my retirement. We would be eating at Panco Cafe in One Ayala. I set the meeting at 10:30 AM. Why? Because the mall will open at 10 AM. I would have time to buy her my belated birthday gift of cake from Chrisha's Kitchen.
Left the condominium around 9:30 AM with my favorite Omega Speedmaster 38 mm on my left hand and my Apple watch on my right.
I was dropped off by Edgar, the driver, at Glorietta. First went to Lamy Concept Store in hope to buy a Lamy Tipo Rollerball Pen. They said that said model is already phased out.
Then, proceeded to Chrisha's Kitchen to buy a Keto cake. But the sales lady would be leaving the stall for a short time to pick up a Lalamove delivery. So, I went to National Bookstore to check if they still have a Lamy Tipo. Nope. Went back to Chrisha's Kitchen to buy the cake.
After, proceeded to Panco Cafe for our brunch.
It was fun. My friend is a Born-Again Christian. We talked about faith. She said she wanted to share with me her experience ever since, but she cannot find the right time. She used to be a Catholic. I am Catholic... and will always be a Catholic. I may not memorize the verses, but I know in my heart the teachings. And I believe I was able to answer her questions, and, perhaps, I pray, I was able to open her eyes which most Christians (Protestants) often try to downplay, ignore or argue--Mama Mary, intercession of saints, purgatory. And I haven't even talked about the Holy Eucharist!!! Thank You, Holy Spirit. 🙏
Her worship starts at 2 PM. Since there is still time, she accompanied me in buying a pair of cargo pants at Uniqlo in Glorietta 5.
When we parted ways, went to The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf where I started this blog.
I walked my way to Greenbelt Chapel to attend the anticipated Mass. I was able to finish my morning prayers, and joined the community to pray the Divine Mercy chaplet and the Rosary.
The anticipated Mass presider is Fr. Benny.
The Gospel tells us who Jesus is.
We know about Jesus but do we know and experience Him?
Focus on Jesus. Paul, Cephas, etc. are tools to lead to Jesus.
Jesus heals the body and the spirit. The ultimate goal is conversion.
After the Mass, I went to Mary, Mother of Hope Chapel at The Landmark.
Bought food-to-go at ChaTraMue. Since it would take 30 minutes to prepare my order, went to the parking lot to leave my bags in the car.
Proceeded to Uniqulo at SM Makati. Will buy another pair of pants, this time, a geared pants (similar to cargo pants). The one I bought earlier is a bit heavy.
Went back to ChaTraMue to pick up my order; then, proceeded home.
Labels: Chromebook, food, gift, mall, Mass, meeting, rosary, shopping, tea
Pahabol Gift
There is a lawyer I go to for my inquiries. Normally, my brother has a list of people we would be giving Christmas ham as gifts. The lawyers would be included in the list. I don't have a copy of the list. I don't know how to contact the supplier of the Christmas ham. Maybe next year?
I was able to get the address. As soon as I was able to get the information, scheduled with Edgar, the driver, to buy the gift and deliver it.
First stop was at Healthy Options at Glorietta 2. bought the Passion Fruit Sparkling Grape Juice, and Organic Trail Mix and V-Good Trail Mix. Brought the items to the car.
Next stop is at U Name It because of my fountain pens. Was also able to buy a case for my passport as well as keychain.
Then, to to the National Bookstore where I have my passport and ITR xeroxed. Bought also Pilot ink (blue black).
Ticked-off all on my list, left the mall and proceeded to deliver the gift to the lawyer. Left it at their condominium's lobby guard.
Labels: Chromebook, gift, mall
CHRISTmas 2025
Today is a day of obligation. If you have attended the Christmas Mass last night, you have already observed the liturgical practice. I only attended the online Mass last night because I am planning to attend the 10:30 AM Mass today. Left the condominium around 9 AM with my RADO Captain Cook Automatic on my left wrist and my Apple watch on my right.
I was dropped off at Sto. Niño de Paz Greenbelt Chapel around 9:15 AM. Late for the 9 AM Mass and very early for the 10:30 AM Mass. So I positioned myself in the park which is near the vicinity of the chapel where I prayed my morning prayers.
When I heard the Mass was about to end, I started walking to the chapel so I could go to my favorite seat. 😀
I was able to join the community to pray the Rosary.
The Mass presider is Fr. Joel.
Last night's Gospel is the birth of Jesus, the nativity.
Today's Gospel is also about the birth of Jesus in a theological way. The Word was made flesh and dwelt among us.
There are instances that the most beautiful and important gift you have received you have never opened.
Jesus is the most important gift this Christmas. How do we respond to this gift?
- Be a GIVER. Be a gift yourself. Think of the widow who gave two (2) pennies at the temple. What kind of gifts should we give?
a) Gift must be personal. There is only one vowel in the word "gift"--that letter "i". Do not allow the presents to replace the presence.
b) Gift should be total, not some. All give some, only some give all. When is a gift heartfelt? When it hurts when you give.
c) Gift must be regular, not seasonal. Our generosity must be regular, consistent. - Be a GLIMMER. Glibber is a tiny spark of light. Even a tiny spark of light is a hope for someone in the dark.
- Be a GLOW. Emanate in your person the goodness of God. Emanate in your person the goodness of Christ. You need to be saturated under the Son. Thru regular prayer, spend time in front of the Blessed Sacrament, in silence with Jesus.
After the Mass, I was supposed to go to Mary, Mother of Hope Chapel at The Landmark. The Landmark would open at 12 noon. Hmmm... While Glorietta opened much earlier. So change of plans in my list.
Went to Glorietta 5 to go to Uniqlo to have the gift of my niece to Joven replaced from a Large size to a Medium Size.
Next, I took my lunch at
Benny's Place at
Rustan's. It is my first time here. I ordered their Tapa ni Benny, and Ripe Mango Juice. It is good. 😃
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| Benny's Place |
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| Tapa ni Benny |
From Greenbelt Chapel until I had my lunch, I have been giving out chocolates (Snickers) to guards, salespeople, etc. as my Christmas gift to them. Before my chocolates ran out, I went to the shops I really plan to give chocolates to.
First stop is at The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf where I usually hang-out to update my blog.
Next, went to Timex to ask for the user guide of the Marathon digital watch I gifted Joven (as I said, my gift theme this Christmas is watches) because he may have inadvertently threw it when he opened the gift. I was only to take photos of the manual but they gave me one instead. I gave them chocolates, too, as they are very accommodating when I purchased from them.
Next is at Dairy Queen where I have been buying ice cream recently.
And of course not to be forgotten, the friendly staff at the customer lounge/ restroom.
Now, I have only one left. I was thinking of the lady manning the elevator at The Landmark. I usually take the elevator when I go up to the chapel. And I was able to give her my gift.
The Mary, Mother of Hope Chapel is one of the Jubilee churches. I hope to gain a plenary indulgence and I offer it to the souls in purgatory that had little desire for Heaven.
With all my business at the mall completed, proceeded home.
Labels: Chromebook, food, gift, mall, Mass, rosary
Christmas Eve 2025
I left the condominium around 9:30 AM with my Turbo Black Bay 54 on my left wrist and my Apple watch on my right to pick-up the food I ordered at Conti's. Pick-up time is 10 AM.
(Note: When I arrived home, I do think I am missing one of my orders.)
Instead of proceeding home, passed by Glorietta to tick-off some of the items still on my list.
First, went to The Landmark Supermarket to buy additional chocolates which I plan to give away after attending tomorrow's Mass.
Next on my list is a pencil case so that I can bring my fountain pens with me all the time.
Saw one at Japan Home Centre. Bought it just in case I won't find something I really, really like. Went to National Bookstore. They carry pencil cases but nothing that strikes me. Also checked if they have a red Pilot Decimo fountain pen. Nope. Crossed to Daiso. Found a Hello Kitty pencil case. Since there are stalls at the Glorietta 2 Activity Center, I decided to check the stalls. Found one which embosses your name. The store is U Name It.
Now, which do you think I like best?
Oh, passed by Dairy Queen, too, for an ice cream-to-go.
Upon arriving home, Edgar, the driver, informed me that Christmas packages were being distributed by the local government. Provided an authorization so that Edgar can receive the items for me.
My two nieces came after going to their mom--attending Mass and having dinner together. We also had our noche buena.
Merry CHRISTmas!!!
Labels: Chromebook, food, gift, mall, party, shopping
Purple Rice
Originally, our lunch date was cancelled because of the unavailability of one. But we girls decided to push thru with it. Thus, after Edgar, the driver, brought my niece to their Christmas lunch venue, he went back for me.
Left the condo with my Tudor Black Bay 54 on my left wrist and my Apple watch on my right.
I waited for them in front of my former office building. Then, we walked our way to Purple Rice along Tordesillas.
We ordered Tom Yum Soup, Authentic Thai Prawn Cake, Authentic Pad Thai, Sate Gai, and a dessert (forgot the name). They were all good.
Good thing, Purple Rice will be opening at Glorietta soon.
Before proceeding home, I went first to The Landmark to buy a Christmas gift for my service advisor at Toyota. We will be bringing my Toyota Avanze there on Saturday for its preventive maintenance.
Labels: Chromebook, food, gift, mall, shopping
All About Real Property
Already booked my niece's friend to share his experience regarding real property. And today's the day for the meet-up. It would be at UCC Mentore. Left the condo with my Rado Captain Cook Automatic on my left wrist and my Apple watch on my right. Picked-up my niece at her condo before proceeding to our venue.
Some of my nieces and nephews also joined us via a Zoom meeting. Recorded everything so there is something we can revert to if needed.
There are three types appraisal:
Four types of properties:
- Residential
- Business
- Industrial
- Hotel
There were other things he shared. Thank you!
After parting ways, I did the following errands:
- Buy Lyn's medicines
- Buy Christmas gift for Nica (I already bought one for her brother months before)
- Buy me a Lamy fountain pen (thanks to the Writech's Clictek fountain pen, I got interested in fountain pens; already have a Parker fountain pen)
- Bought Writech Clicktek fountain pen as Christmas gifts for the two friends I would be meeting tomorrow. Also bought one for my niece's friend because he noticed it during our meeting.
- Bought Cipriano silvanas as Christmas gifts.
Then, home.
Labels: Chromebook, coffee, food, gift, mall, shopping
