Blooper
I received a reminder from
Ziebart for the servicing of my Honda HR-V. Thus, I scheduled the servicing of my cars as follows:
June 13, HR-V preventive maintenance
June 20, HR-V rustproofing and interior detailing
June 27, Avanza preventive maintenance
Edgar, the driver, brought the HR-V earlier so it can be serviced already. I received the SMS from Ziebart and gave my approval.
On the way, saw that servicing was not started because it is still in-front of the shop. Good thing they didn’t. The senior personnel instructed not to start yet even I gave my “go” signal because based on their records my HR-V is scheduled for December yet. As I was about to pay, asked several questions. That’s when it is clarified that my Avanza is scheduled for mid-year and my HR-V for end of the year.
Left and was dropped off at Glorietta. Have my lunch at Yakiniku Like!, dessert at Red Mango which I brought it at 4th floor of Glorietta 4 where tables and chairs are available. This is where I enjoyed the dessert and started this blog.
Visited Mary, Mother of Hope Chapel at The Landmark. Then, I walked my way to Sto. Nino de Paz Greenbelt Chapel. I was able to finish my Precious Blood of Jesus chaplet devotion, and joined the community to pray the Divine Mercy Chaplet and the Rosary.
The anticipated Mass presider is Fr. Benny.
The Gospel, in summary, God loves us so much that if you are faithful to Him we have nothing to fear.
The love of God must be appreciated by us.
What we have to fear most is that we will lose God, that we will be separated from Him.
After the Mass, I proceeded to
Kaya to buy food-to-go. While the food is being prepared, I strolled where I was able to buy a
bag from
Straightforward and raisin bread from
Baguio Country Club.
Picked the food and proceeded home.
N.B. These are the photos I took using the instant camera Kodak Mini Shot 2 Retro today.
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Tiong Bahru Hainanese Boneless Chicken Rice
Normally, since it is not my grocery day, I would be leaving the condominium after lunch to attend the anticipated Mass. Because I would be buying a birthday gift for one of my nephews, decided to attend the Saturday Mass, buying the gift between Masses. Besides, I’ll have the rosaries I bought from
Catholic Woodworker blessed after the Saturday Mass.
My friends at the office were talking about food and they mentioned about the
Tiong Bahru, a Singaporean restaurant, which is also at
One Ayala. It would be a good excuse for my new restaurant taste test this Saturday. One of them is actually gushing over the croissant of Tiong Bahru Bakery, which is only available at Bonifacio Global City (BGC). But they are all recommending about the chicken meals of said restaurant.
So, I attended the Saturday Mass at Sto. Niño de Paz Greenbelt Chapel. Prayed my Precious Blood of Jesus chaplet on the way.
The Mass presider is Fr. Dave.
For his homily, he started by saying that if we already know the parable, some tend to shut their mind and does not listen. LOL
How do you look at God?
A master?
A faithful servant waiting for a reward?
Waiting and complaining because others are blessed and not you?
We are treated the way God looks at us. If God treat us by our sins, what would happen to us? He is our Father who always welcomes a sinner.
After the Mass, went to the Mary, Mother of Hope Chapel at The Landmark, one of the Jubilee churches, hoping to gain a plenary indulgence. This time, I offer it to my Lolo Gil.
And for my lunch, it's at Tiong Bahru Hainanese Boneless Chicken Rice at One Ayala.
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| Tiong Bahru Hainanese Boneless Chicken Rice |
The waiter said their signature dish is the Hainanese Chicken Rice (PhP329.00 single serve) and Roasted Chicken Rice (PhP329.00 single serve). For side dish, he recommended the Vegetable Fritters (PhP175.00), Fried Tofu (PhP259.00) or Kailan with Oyster Sauce (PhP240.00). Chose the Roasted Chicken Rice and the Kailan with Oyster Sauce. Added the Barley Blend Drink (PhP145.00).
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| Roasted Chicken Rice |
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| Kailan with Oyster Sauce |
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| Barley Blend Drink |
And now, the real reason I went earlier than usual--buy a birthday gift for my nephew. On may way to Uniqlo, passed by
Straightforward. Most often than not, I check items on said store if I happen to pass by. Good thing they have a Buy 1 Get 1 promo and the tote bag I am eyeing is part of the sale items. Thus, the get 1 is the unisex bag for my nephew. 😉
Proceeded, still, to
Uniqlo where I bought a black pants for me. LOL.
Of course, I have my Frappuccino fix at the Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf where I started this blog using my iPad. Did not bring my Chromebook this time.
I walked my way to Greenbelt chapel to attend the anticipated Mass. The friends I met while we were lined up for confession before gave me prayer books, a Way of the Cross for Migrants and a Tagalog prayer for the Holy Thursday vigil. The latter is free that she is giving them away to the other people in the chapel. Nice.
The Mass presider is Fr. Mario.
When there are challenges, it calls for our response. How do we respond?
God patiently waits. God gives us many changes in life, does not punish, does not set conditions.
When sin abounds, grace abounds all the more.--St Augustine
Blaming is the devil's nature in us.
God paves the way to our conversion, Do what is necessary. Be committed to him.
After the Mass, I went to The Landmark to buy a gift bag. Left my purchases with Edgar. Then I went to Bistro Ravioli to buy food-to-go. Passed by Mary Grace to buy a mini cake.
Then, I went home.
Just when I thought my day was a lot of fun, I became a victim of smishing. 😭 Received an SMS that was able to spoof Smart, my telco. Thinking that the link is valid and the URL that it was routed to also has a lock symbol making you think it is a valid link. Received an SMS from my Bank regarding a (fraudulent) credit card transaction. Temporarily locked my credit card via the mobile app and called my Bank's call center. I have my credit card permanently locked and replaced. I am hoping that I will not be charged with my disputed transaction; but, this is very unlikely.
I pray for the conversion of the people behind this scam...
Note to self: Check daily my bank accounts to ensure that these were not compromised too.
Labels: food, frappuccino, iPad, Mass, rosary, shopping
Doctors Consultation
Took a leave today. I hope the three doctors I intend to visit is available.
The first is the OB Gyne. She started her clinic at 9 AM. I was really early (before 8 AM as it is her normal clinic hours). It is really best to go once the clinic opens for there are only a few patients. Before, I went there around 10 AM or 11 AM, there were many patients and I waited long for my turn.
I prayed the St. Joseph rosary while waiting at her clinic.
The second is the cardiologist. He is supposed to have three operations but one cancelled. His secretary is not sure if he would hold a clinic. So while waiting, prayed my Precious Blood chaplet devotion.
Nearing 12 noon, the secretary informed us there is no chance my doctor will be holding a clinic. The first operation started at 7 AM and it is still ongoing. The operation must be complicated. Since my gastroenterologist already interpreted the results of my blood tests and adjusted some of my medications, I think I am OK. I’ll have my laboratory results interpreted by my cardiologist after the next set of laboratory tests requested by my endocrinologist. That will be on June 2025.
I had lunch at the
Floating Island Restaurant. There is an improvement with their service. It is faster compared to when I was there last time. I ordered
Paksiw Na Bangus Belly (PhP480.00), plain rice, and Ripe Mango Shake (PhP180.00).
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| Paksiw Na Bangus Belly with Ripe Mango Shake |
My third doctor is a nephrologist. In the
Makati Medical Center website, his clinic is supposedly every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 3 PM to 6 PM with Monday by appointment, and first come, first served on Wednesday and Friday. I just learned that his clinic is every Monday and Thursday, same hours, and both days are by appointment. I would be seeing him on March 3.
Instead of Edgar, the driver, picking me up at the hospital, I decided to walk to Ayala Center via the elevated walkway. My outdoor walk has been recorded by my Apple Watch. Prayed the rosary on the way.
I bought toothpaste at
The Landmark supermarket. And as a treat for walking for 30 minutes, had a
Frappuccino at the
Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf.
I was picked-up at Glorietta on my way home.
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Urinalysis
Yesterday, I wasn’t able to provide the specimen. Planned to leave much, much earlier than usual so I can go to
Makati Medical Center (MMC) to try to collect for my urinalysis test. Brought my 500 ml
Aquaflask with exorcised and blessed water. Also bought two (2) 500 ml bottled water at MMC. Success! I was able to collect within an hour.
Since there is still a lot of time, I was dropped off at Glorietta instead of at the Sto. Niño de Paz Greenbelt Chapel. There are several pop-up stores at the Glorietta Activity Center 2. I was able to buy a key chain with a big Benedictine Medal in it. I think I can also use it as a bag charm. Will have it blessed.
There are many interesting items displayed in the pop-up stores. But focusing on spiritual warfare, there are stores that sell religious items, there are stores that sell Feng Shui items (this may be their products but they are capitalizing on the coming Chinese New Year), there are Feng Shui items with the evil eye as design, there are the Labubu dolls (demon dog), there are crystals with religious design and Feng Shui designs. One must really be careful lest you open the door for the devil to attack you.
Before proceeding to the Greenbelt Chapel for the anticipated Mass, passed by The Landmark to buy spoons and forks. Also checked for an AM/ FM Radio with Bluetooth at Anson's which is inside The Landmark. It is out of stock. Will check other stores after the anticipated Mass.
The Mass presider is Fr. Roy.
This Sunday is Sunday of the Word of God. It is a stern reminder on how we relate to the Word of God--the right attitude towards the Word of God.
How food gives nutrition to our body, the same is true for the Word of God.
- GROW in the Word. Grow in the knowledge in the Scripture. Ignorance of the Scripture is ignorance in Jesus Christ. During the pandemic, it is when we learned what is essential.
- GLOW by the Word. Seek to highlight the presence of God in our life. The Word of God is a double edged sword. It is impossible for us not to be touched by the Word if we are serious in learning the Word. Keep the Word of God alive--we need to pass it on.
- GO into the Word. Incarnate the Word by living it in our lives.
After the Mass, I went to Anson's at The Link. The AM/ FM Radio with Bluetooth is also not available.
I will buy my food-to-go before going to
SM Appliance to check the availability of the radio. This time, it would be
Peri-Peri. My sauces are Cajun Remoulade, Sweet Soy, and Hoisin Sesame.
And the radio, it is also not available at SM Appliance.
Continuing the blog at home, there are fireworks that are being set off. I wonder why?
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