I would be attending the Friday noon Mass at Sto. Niño de Paz Greenbelt Chapel. Left with Tudor Black Bay 54 on my left wrist and Apple watch on my right.
On the way finished my morning prayers. Prayed the Precious Blood of Jesus chaplet, and joined the community to pray Sacred Heart of Jesus prayer and the Rosary.
The Mass presider is Fr. Dave.
Without Christ, we are like dried bones, dead, with no hope
Love is embracing the Ten Commandments.
Two problems:
We failed to know what is necessary.
We failed to practice it.
Dichotomy: Our faith and our actions.
To do: Memorize the Ten Commandments
After the Mass, I visited Mary, Mother of Hope Chapel at The Landmark. For lunch, went to Tenya Tempura Tendon.
As soon as I stepped out of Tenya, I saw Baguio Country Club. Previously, the stall of Aquaflash is there any Baguio Country Club is near the Glorietta Activity Center. Bought banana bread. Bought medicines at Mercury Drug at The Link.
Returned again to Mary, Mother of Hope chapel's office to buy a Mass card. The office's break is 1PM to 2:30PM.
Proceeded to Glorietta Activity Center where me and my niece met up. We proceeded to SM Makati where my niece treated me at Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf.
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.
Received an SMS from a friend that she left the Saint Sharbel prayer card she promised me last week at the Sto. Nino de Paz Greenbelt Chapel's office as she was not able to find me in the morning. Thanked her and will pick it up when I attend the anticipated Mass.
I was dropped off at Greenbelt and proceeded to the chapel. As soon as I arrived at the chapel, went to the office. I got the prayer card plus the office gave me several more Saint Sharbel prayer cards. Thank you! 🙏
I was able to finish my morning prayers and Precious Blood of Jesus chaplet. Joined the community to pray the Divine Mercy chaplet and the Rosary.
The anticipated Mass presider is Fr. Benny.
The Lord mentioned about the importance of loving the Father as a testimony in union with Him. He will ask the Father for the second Advocate—the Spirit of Truth.
It is consoling knowing that the Spirit of the Lord is with us.
Love the Lord, follow the commandments, love the Father. When you face the judgement, the Lord will be your Advocate.
After the Mass, visited the Mary, Mother of Hope Chapel at The Landmark.
For food-to-go, went to Peri-Peri at Glorietta. I was happy that there are only a few people in the restaurant given many people are already celebrating Mother's Days by dining out. It means I will be able to get my order much faster. Then, I learned their POS is down! That is why... hehehe! I won't be able to enjoy their Supercard discount as well as the Senior Citizen discount. Looked for another restaurant.
Thus, it is at Max's.
Passed by my niece's condo to drop her pasalubong from her sister as well as the food I bought for her.
Instead of going home directly, went to Cash and Carry Mall where I was able to buy Mary Grace's Mango Bene and Dairy Queen's Chocolate Almond Blizzard.
Brought with me the myFirst Camera Insta Wi which was recently replace. Below are the photos taken from said camera.
Left the condominium about 40 minutes late. Oddly, I am not that worried that I would not be able to complete my first Saturday devotion or that I would really have to eat late to complete everything even after the noon Mass at Sto. Nino de Paz Greenbelt Chapel.
As soon as we reached the mall, we were able to find a parking slot. I guess, there are fewer people at the mall because of the long weekend (May 1, Friday, is a holiday).
Buying the groceries at The LandmarkSupermarket is a breeze. After paying for the groceries, left Edgar, the driver, to bring our purchases home. The department store opens at 11 AM (although Glorietta still opens at 10 AM); thus, walked to the side of the building to reach the chapel.
And yes, I am the first in the queue. I was able to finish praying the Act of Reparation for the first Saturdays of the month, joined the community to pray the Rosary, a 15-minute meditation of the Glorious Mystery's The Descent of the Holy Spirit, the Sacraments of Reconciliation and the Holy Eucharist.
I have been observing the First Saturday Devotion. Then I realized, it is not just my act for the reparation for the blasphemies made to the Immaculate Heart of Mary but it is also for me. Mama Mary, at Fatima, asked us to observe the First Saturday Devotion. Actually, doing so, slowly, inch by inch, we get closer to Jesus.
The Mass presider is Fr. Paolo.
The deepest desire of the human heart is to see the Lord face to face.
Two questions:
How clear is our eyesight? It is not just clarity of vision that we need but correctness of vision. The eyes are useless if the mind and heart is blind.
What kind of seeing? Do we want to see God physically, mystically, sacramentally?
The most terrible kind of blindness is the belief that our truth is the only truth.
No one has ever seen God and lived. He is too much to behold that is why God would reveal Himself through hearing, words.
Seeing with the heart.
Jesus said, "Whoever has seen Me has seen the Father.” Jesus is the living and definitive revelation of God.
Sin distorts our vision. Sin darkens our vision.
What distorts our vision?
Pride
Pain
Pleasures of the world -- God's gifts but can be obstacles to see God
Power -- want control; should be "Thy will be done" and not "Thy will be changed"
How to see God:
Prayer. Not just asking from God but being presen t.
Presence. Be at the present moment, mindfulness, awareness.
Purity of heart. Childlike.
Practice of charity. Generosity.
After the Mass, visited the Mary, Mother of Hope Chapelat The Landmark and went to Yakiniku Like at Glorietta. Although there is a queue, I was seated immediately because I am dining solo. Dessert of frozen yogurt at Red Mango.
At The Landmark Food Center, got a table so I can start this blog.
By 3 PM, on my way back to Greenbelt Chapel for the anticipated Mass. Better to be early so I can be at my "usual" seat. Joined the community to pray the Divine Mercy Chaplet and the Rosary.
I am getting sleepy. I slept a few hours last night because I was curious about trace minerals and having it in my drinking water. Because of it, I ordered one (Concentrace).
The anticipated Mass presider is Fr. Benny.
The apostle said, "We don’t know where You are going, how would we know the way?" Answer: Jesus is the Way, the Truth and the Life.
From Socrates: An unreflected life is not worth living.
Philosophers will tell you how to live your life. But Jesus is the Way, the Truth and the Life.
What is the will of God? Look at Jesus Christ, listen and follow Him.
Jesus has entrusted the deposits of faith to the Church. That will show us and lead us the way to Jesus.
After the anticipated Mass, went to The Landmark Food Center to buy an extra small tray of The Lasagna Manila's lasagna. This size allows me to avail of the Senior Citizen discount.
Walked to Muji at Glorietta. It is the first anniversary of Muji's flagship store. Some items are on sale from May 1 to May 3. I was able to buy shirts and won a freebie of Propylene Make Up Box.
Will attend the Friday Mass at Sto. Nino de Paz Greenbelt Chapel. I left the condo with my Tudor Black Bay 54 on my left wrist and Apple watch on my right. Also wore the tabiRela.
Joined the community to pray the Sacred Heart of Jesus prayer, and the Rosary.
The Mass presider is Fr. Sebastian.
In Jewish tradition, when one wants to teach something important, they use a literary device—repetition. This is what Jesus did when He told them that He is the Bread of Life. This is the most important teaching of Jesus.
The two parts of the Mass are the Liturgy of the Word, and the Liturgy of the Eucharist.
We are reminded of the importance of the Holy Eucharist.
Every time we receive Jesus in Holy Communion, we not only "eat" but we promise to live the lifestyle of Jesus.
After the Mass, passed by Mary, Mother of Hope Chapel at The Landmark, withdrew from BPI's ATM ✔ at Glorietta 2, then to Moshi Gran Cafe at One Ayala.
Ordered their Ebi Tempura Set, and Matcha Panna Cotta.
Next stop is at National Bookstore. I thought they could scan documents (aside from photo copying). I wanted to have the notarized lease agreements scanned. Nope, I made a mistake. Since I am already there, bought a ream of A4 sized paper. Used my reward points ✔ since it would be expiring by the end of the month. I still have 37.83 points remaining.
Went to Abenson to pick-up the water filter I pre-ordered. ✔ I learned that I paid PhP300.00 more. Since they cannot return it to me, it will be deducted on my next purchase.
Then, proceeded to Mercury Drug at The Landmark. Bought medicines. Since I have singaw, I asked the pharmacist there what I can use. She suggested Rowagel 2% Gel (Carbenoxolone Sodium).
Home.
Before going in, I asked Edgar, the driver to check the stores of the four towers if any one of them can scan a legal sized document. He found one. Immediately went there for it will close by 5 PM. Nice. Completed the last in my list. ✔ It is PhP10.00 per page.
Since I brought with me my Kodak Mini Shot 2 Retro, below are the images I took.
Left a bit late so that Edgar, the driver, who is not feeling well can extend rest a little. Left with my favorite Omega Speedmaster 38 mm on my left wrist and my Apple watch on my right. Also wore my on Cloudhorizon 2 Waterproof.
After paying for the groceries at The Landmark Supermarket, I left Edgar to bring our purchases home. He will be back later to pick me up after the anticipated Mass.
Skipped the Saturday noon Mass and went for an early lunch at Yakiniku Like. Then, I visited the Mary, Mother of Hope Chapel at The Landmark. Walked my way to Glorietta 1 for a yogurt fix at Red Mango. Ate it at one of the tables of Glorietta 4's Food Choices.
Since there is still no The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf at Glorietta, and the dining area of Food Choices is closed and being renovated, I walked to The Landmark Food Center where I started today's blog.
When done, I walked my way to Sto. Niño de Paz Greenbelt Chapel. I was able to join the community to pray the Divine Mercy Chaplet and the Rosary.
The anticipated Mass presider is Fr. Benny.
The challenge of our faith is to truly believe that Jesus has risen.
The Gospel tells how some of the disciples recognized the risen Lord. Jesus called Mary Magdalene's name. Peter was told to cast his net on the other side of the boat. Scriptures were explained to the walking disciples and Jesus broke the bread.
How can you see the risen Lord? We can experience the risen Lord anywhere, everyday… in the Mass
The Eucharist is the continuation of what happened in Calvary.
After the Mass, I went to The Landmark Food Center. Yesterday, when I bought Poppy's Halo Halo, I noticed the stall beside it--The Lasagna Manila. I wanted to try it, too, but it is a Friday. Thus, I will buy one today, instead, to have a taste.
I took photos using the kids camera I brought with me--myFirst Camera 10. The challenge is to take "creative" photos using a very basic camera.
"Framed" pickleball
Pickleball. I liked the play of shadows.
Pop-up stalls
Selfie
Man made pond. I like the shadows and geometric shapes.
Tomorrow is Divine Mercy Sunday. The core promise of Divine Mercy Sunday is the complete forgiveness of all sins and punishments (temporal punishment due to sins) for those who receive the Holy Communion in a state of grace, with trust in the Divine Mercy, and after making a confession.
Thus, left the condo around 9 AM with my favorite Omega Speedmaster 38 on my left wrist and my Apple watch on my right. Also wore my on shoes with the lavander (?) shoelaces. LOL
On the way to the Sto. Nino de Paz Greenbelt Chapel, Edgar, the driver, told me that Sintaro is asking to buy him an electric fan and radio. Sintaro was using the portable ceiling fan left by the security guard. It must have stopped working. Good thing, I bought before from Lazada a clip portable fan.✔ I asked Lyn to look for it at home (which she was able to) so that Edgar can get it and set it up at Sintaro's bed.
The confession at the chapel starts at 8 AM. When I arrived, I think I was between 10th to 12th in the queue.
The confessor is Fr. Everett.
After the sacrament of reconciliation, left and looked for the second request of Sintaro. I wanted that either you can use a battery or plugged in an electrical outlet.
But first, I visited the Mary, Mother of Hope Chapel at The Landmark. I was also able to buy the radio I wanted ✔ at the same department store. And it is 10% off!
I was also giving away blessed rosary bracelets to security guards, janitors, salesladies, etc. Unfortunately, I think the rosary bracelet I am giving away is for women use only.
I have already decided I'll be having lunch at Chili's. I ordered their Country-Style Pork Belly and Bottomless Lemonade. Like.
Chili's Country-Style Pork Belly
Went to Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Chapel at SM Makati. The Mass is already ongoing. I stayed outside where I prayed the Precious Blood of Jesus Chaplet.
Since The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf at the Glorietta is still closed and being renovated, I went to The Landmark Food Center so I can start this blog using my Chromebook.
Back at Greenbelt Chapel, I was able to pray the Divine Mercy Novena, joined the community to pray the Rosary.
The anticipated Mass presider is Fr. Benny.
The Feast of the DIVINE Mercy.
We have a God always merciful from the very beginning.
Justice = you get what you deserve Divine Mercy = you receive which you do not deserve
This feast reminds us that we should recognize God's mercy in us. But at the same time, we should be merciful to others; be agents of Divine Mercy to others.
After the Mass, proceeded to Peri-Peri Charcoal Chicken & Sauce Bar to buy food-to-go. Although I have finished much earlier, I have to wait for Edgar because he has to pick up my niece around 6:30 PM and bring her to the mall.
As I was about to go inside the car, Edgar told me that the portable clip fan is no longer working. It smelt burnt. Must be affected by the day's heat. So, I asked Edgar to park the car and meet me at Anson's inside The Landmark. Bought a 3D stand electric fan. It is buy one, get one.
Home.
Psalm 51
1 Have mercy on me, O God,
according to your steadfast love;
according to your abundant mercy
blot out my transgressions.
2 Wash me thoroughly from my iniquity,
and cleanse me from my sin.
3 For I know my transgressions,
and my sin is ever before me.
4 Against you, you alone, have I sinned,
and done what is evil in your sight,
so that you are justified in your sentence
and blameless when you pass judgment.
5 Indeed, I was born guilty,
a sinner when my mother conceived me.
6 You desire truth in the inward being;
therefore teach me wisdom in my secret heart.
7 Purge me with hyssop, and I shall be clean;
wash me, and I shall be whiter than snow.
8 Let me hear joy and gladness;
let the bones that you have crushed rejoice.
9 Hide your face from my sins,
and blot out all my iniquities.
10 Create in me a clean heart, O God,
and put a new and right spirit within me.
11 Do not cast me away from your presence,
and do not take your holy spirit from me.
12 Restore to me the joy of your salvation,
and sustain in me a willing spirit.
13 Then I will teach transgressors your ways,
and sinners will return to you.
14 Deliver me from bloodshed, O God,
O God of my salvation,
and my tongue will sing aloud of your deliverance.
15 O Lord, open my lips,
and my mouth will declare your praise.
16 For you have no delight in sacrifice;
if I were to give a burnt offering, you would not be pleased.
17 The sacrifice acceptable to God is a broken spirit;
a broken and contrite heart, O God, you will not despise.
Morning was the annual stockholders meeting of our Family Corporation/s. It was held via Zoom. I would say it is a success.
In the afternoon, I would be attending the anticipated Mass. Left the condo around 2:30 PM with my favorite Omega Speedmaster 38mm on my left wrist and my Apple watch on the right. I also wore my Tabi shoes.
I was dropped off at Sto. Niño de Paz Greenbelt Chapel.
I was able to finish my Precious Blood Chaplet devotion and joined the community to pray the Divine Mercy Chaplet, the Rosary, and prayer to the Virgen de la Rosa de Macati.
The anticipated Mass presider is Fr. Benny.
Since the celebration is for Palm Sunday of the Lord's Passion, the Mass started by blessing the palms outside the chapel with a procession to the chapel while blessing the palms. Since Edgar, the driver, forgot to buy us palaspas (translation: palm fronds or decorated/ woven palm leaves), I bought one at Greenbelt Chapel. and is one of those lined up outside the chapel for the blessing.
The church wants us to appreciate what God has done for us. To be thankful for God’s mercy. To return to Him not because we fear punishment but because of the fear that He is not with us.
Jesus emptied himself of His divinity to be one of us and save us.
Jesus' obedience to His Father. To show His expression for His love for us. He embraced the most humiliating death.
After the Mass, visited the Mary, Mother of Hope Chapel at The Landmark.
For our food-to-go, I went to Kaya. I ordered and paid for my order. Advised them I will return since they still have to prepare for my food.
Had a frozen yogurt at Red Mango where I ate the ice cream at Glorietta 4's Food Choices.
Then, I remembered I had to buy Theo, the dog, food. I called Edgar to meet me at Kaya so he can carry the food as we went our way to Pet Express. He left the food in the car as I go to the restroom. We will meet at the Pet Express.
I left the condo around 10 AM with my Tudor Black Bay 54 in my left wrist and my Apple watch in my right.
I was able to finish my morning prayers, and my Precious Blood Chaplet devotion; joined the community to pray the Sacred heart of Jesus Novena and the Rosary, while waiting for the Mass at Sto. Niño de Paz Greenbelt Chapel.
The Mass presider is Fr. Marthy.
The growing hostility against Jesus grows. Because they are proud people, they find it hard to believe. They believe in the Lord but for them Jesus is just an ordinary man.
All devotions are empty if the foundation of our faith life does not believe in the power of Jesus.
Miracles happen because we believe in the goodness of God, we believe in the power of God.
Look into your faith life today. What aspect in your life have you not yet surrendered to the Lord?
We are not in control. Anytime, we can be called by the Lord.
Only in the Lord can we find meaning and purpose. Ask for the grace to make you realize that everything is in His hands.
After the Mass, I visited the Mary, Mother of Hope Chapel at The Landmark. Also, bought a fresh water pearl Rosary bracelet ✔ at the Filipiniana section of the department store. This way, I have a "complete" set: fresh water pearl earrings, necklace, and (Rosary) bracelet.
For lunch, it would be in Food Choices at Glorietta 4. I saw last Wednesday about a combo meal for Lent. When I inquire about it, the store says it is not available. I found a combo meal at el Presidente. I ordered their Chopsuey and Fish Fillet Tofu combo meal. Since their fried rice has meat, replaced it with plain rice.
Went to SM Makati to buy a cosmetic bag ✔ which I will use as bag for the kids camera.
Since I promised to buy a notebook ✔ for Luis which he can use for his journal, went to Muji.
Home.
Here are images taken today using the myFirst Camera 10.
It is the Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord Jesus. Thus, would be attending the noon Mass (even if it is not a day of obligation). Left with my grey Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical on my left wrist and my Apple watch on my right. Also wore my Tabi shoes.
I was dropped off at Sto. Nino de Paz Greenbelt Chapel. I was able to finish my morning prayers, my Precious Blood Chaplet devotion, and joined the community to pray the Mother of Perpetual Help Novena and the Rosary.
The Mass presider is Fr. Jeffrey.
The Gospel is about the Annunciation of the Lord. In nine months, December 25, Jesus will be born.
We are grateful for the availability of Mama Mary to give her "yes". Mama Mary is about 14-16 years old. Having a child at that age can give her humiliation.
On the other hand, Elizabeth, a barren and old woman, has to bear humiliation for many years until she has a baby.
As Christians, we should be good news to other that gives hope, gives life, in the midst of challenges, crisis. We should be the message, not just a messenger.
Then, visited the Mary, Mother of Hope Chapel at The Landmark. I was wondering why there are many children with their parents at the chapel. Then saw that it is their Recognition Day.
For lunch, ate at MAiSEN in Food Choices at Glorietta 4. For dessert, tried the ice cream shop Kurimu. Asked the saleslady what their bestseller is. She said it is the Miso Mascarpone with Passion Fruit Almond Praline. The taste is OK.
Next stop is Muji where I bought a pencil case, non-stick scissors, and staple less stapler.
Home.
N.B. Sharing here the photos I have taken using a kids camera myFirst Camera 10.
I was not able to attend the anticipated Mass because I went to a wedding. Thus, I will attend the 8:30 AM Mass at the Church near our condo. Left around 7:30 AM with my black Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical on my left wrist and my Apple watch on my right. I also brought my myFirst Camera 10. I will be taking random photos to and from the church.
Trike
The Mass Presider is Fr. JK Malificiar, SSP. The Mass is in Tagalog.
Mosaic Church Steps
Mosaic of the Holy family
I would be needing some office supplies. So, instead of going home after the Mass, walked my way to Cash and Carry Mall.
I am early for the 10 AM opening of the mall (although their supermarket is already open and some restaurants), had my breakfast at Pancake House. While waiting for my food to be served, I played with the kids camera.
Eyes Cooler
Rabbit Salt Shaker
Three Heroes of Malls
After eating, I went to National Bookstore to buy the items I need. I strolled around the mall for a few where I was able to buy a very portable power bank.
Would attend the Friday Mass at Sto. Niño de Paz Greenbelt Chapel. Left the condo around 10 AM with my Rado Centrix Automatic Diamonds on my left wrist and my Apple watch on my right. I also wore (for the first time) the ON shoes I bought in Japan. I also used my new Pacsafe Metrosafe LS140.
I was able to finish my morning prayers, my Precious Blood of Jesus Chaplet, and a decade of the St. Gertrude Chaplet. I also joined the community in praying the Rosary, and the Sacred Heart of Jesus Novena.
The Mass presider is Fr. Benny.
In the Gospel of John, more than the conflict between Jesus and the Pharisees, more than the conflict between Jesus and the Jews, is the conflict between God and evil.
The Reading describes how evil thinks: that He censures our thoughts.
We lack to be bold, to stand for our faith. There are word that are good but being manipulated by evil: respect (the bad uses this word the respect their ideas, actions even we it is bad), just, black lives matter (it should be ALL lives matter), not doing bad to others (walang ginagawang masama) versus doing good for others (may ginagawang mabuti).
In order to reject evil, obey God’s will.
After the Mass, I bought a pocket mirror ✔ at The Landmark. I visited the Mary, Mother of Hope Chapel at the 5/F. Proceeded to Office Warehouse at the 1/F. This is when I learned there is such a thing as a glue tape. I know of correction tape. But a glue tape? So, I bought it.
Glue Tape versus Correction Tape
For late lunch, went to Bacolod Chicken Inasal. My usual restaurant every Friday.
Browsed at Muji then went to Rustan's to check on the Alpaka. Was browsing their website and wanted to see for myself what Flow Satchel looks like in person. There is a 10% discount if the item you bought is PhP5,000.00 or higher. Sale is until the end of the month. I will think about it.
Home.
N.B. The last of the "adult" instant camera I wanted to own has arrived. It is the Kodak Mini Shot 2 Retro.
I was invited to a wedding this coming Saturday. So, I went to the mall to buy items I would be needing when I attend the wedding, namely:
Blouse based on the color theme (I already have one but it has already faded)
Fresh water pearl necklace. I think just wearing this necklace makes your attire classy even if you're wearing semi-casual or office attire.
Maybelline Vinyl Ink Charmed. I have to go to a salon for hair and make-up. I am not really good at doing make-up. Since my appointment is much, much earlier, I still have time to eat lunch at home. I would need to retouch the lipstick. So, I would suggest the MUA to use the lipstick I bought.
Wedding card
First stop is Uniqlo at Glorietta 5. I found a blouse colored "Wine" but they do not have my size. The sales lady helped me by sharing which branch still has my size. Just in case I would not be able to buy, I bought the long-sleeved "Purple" color.
Passed by Muji where I was able to buy letter paper and pencil case.
Proceeded to F&C Jewelry.This is where I bought my pearl earrings. Unfortunately, their pearl necklaces are choker style. I wanted a longer one. I asked which type of pearl I bought from them. They said it is a fresh water pearl. I would have to buy the same type of pearl for the necklace. They recommended that I go to Kultura. I was able to buy one but it is longer than I wanted.
Went to the ground floor of SM Store to buy the lipstick. Nice! It is on sale at 50% off.
Decided to have an early lunch and try a new restaurant. Would try Moshi Gran Cafe at One Ayala.
I ordered Ebi Tempura and Matcha Panna Cotta as dessert.
Next stop is at National Bookstore where I bought a long folder (to put the contracts), long ruler, cutting mat, and correction tape.
For the wedding card, I bought it at Invitation House.
Visited the Mary, Mother of Hope Chapel at The Landmark. I was also able to buy a fresh water pearl necklace with my preferred length at the Filipiniana section of the department store.
Since it is early, I decided to go to the Uniqlo branch at Ayala Circuits Mall. I have been here ages ago when it was still being developed. This mall has vastly improved. I was able to buy the blouse that I wanted.
Before proceeding home, we went to a McDonald's drive-thru.
I brought my myFirst Camera 10. Here are the shots taken from this kid camera...
Since I was not able to attend the anticipated Mass, will attend the Sunday Mass at 8:30 AM in the nearby Church. Walked my way there with my black Khaki Field Mechanical watch on my left wrist and my Apple watch on my right.
The Mass presider is Fr. Hector, the parish priest.
Don't judge a book by its cover. Do not judge people by their physical appearance.
First, Samuel made a mistake thinking Eliab, one of the sons of Jesse, to be the one chosen by the Lord to be the king of Israel because of his external appearance. Chosen is David. Man looks at the physical; the Lord looks at the heart.
Second, Pharisee as they see the blind man.
While walking back home, since I brought a kids camera--myFirst Camera 10--decided to test its photo and video features.
Taken using myFirst Camera 10
For the video, I swung the camera while holding the lanyard. Not bad. I do not see lag nor pixelization.
And for Theo's birthday, his fur mom ordered him a cake.
Today, it will be fewer activities for us. It takes into consideration that we still have to pack for our return flight to the Philippines and it is predicted to rain by 6 PM. We left the hotel later than the usual. It is time to see the deer!!!
As soon as we arrived at Nara and left the train station, a few distance away is the Nara Park. I did not expect that there are so many deer! They move freely and has priority of the street (cars has to stop and wait for them to cross).
We bought food so we can feed them. These deer know how to bow. So, we (both the deer and I) bow first before I give them a treat. LOL. They slowly go near you, smelling your pockets, bags, etc. searching for food.
It is a calming experience for the deer have a calming aura--their gaze, their graceful movement.
We walked our way to the Todai-ji Temple. Todai-ji Temple is a monumental symbol of early Japanese Buddhism, reflecting the intertwining of religion and politics, and showcasing remarkable architectural achievements.
For lunch, we walked our way to the Sakura Burger. Ordered their SAKURA Blossom Oni-Tama and mango tropical juice. 👍
Crossed the street to the Higashimuki Shopping Street where the store Shop TABI-JIcan be found. My niece plans to buy Tabi shoes.
We then went back to Osaka, passing by Don Quixote for additional souvenir purchases. On the way back to the hotel, rain is starting. Stopped at Precious Coffee Moments to try their coffee ice cream, ordered food-to-go at McDonald's. This way, we don't have to go out again for dinner and pack at our leisure.
