Thursday, July 25, 2013

Playact

Countdown to 30 – Second in Series
(last edited 12/08/2013)

I want to be a successful entrepreneur. I really wish that one day I will own a business that will create jobs for many hardworking and persevering fellow Filipino. This is my ultimate dream in life. But realities are hitting me left and right giving me reasons to just forget about it. Like, I can’t be too ambitious. But in the last two days, I am seeing a slideshow in my head. I have been imagining the exterior of my own establishment where my food business/es will come to life. As I go along in this visualization, I discovered quite a lot of things about myself.

This is my model facade

or this...


I find old Filipino style house simply gorgeous and elegant. Amidst the emergence of modern exteriors, a classic facade is the true unique.  

Windows should look like this (to be transformed into food stalls)

or this...


Just few tables on the right side



Tables and chairs that can accomodate small or large group



Under a roof that looks like this...

or this...

Initially I just wanted a huge white umbrella attached on top of each table but rainy season is a major consideration. I thought a concrete roof is more convenient.


A television and a good sound system would be entertaining
I want to cater my guests with a little entertainment while savoring their sumptuous meal. Just as what I want to experience when I dine in elsewhere.


My inspiration for the grilling station
I want to serve grilled foods. And I want the grilling station to have a character away from the usual.


Drinks Station should look like this...
I'm so in love with this. It's simple yet complete. 
This concept could be a one stop shop for Hot and Cold. Don't you think?

and of course...

A festive mood is a joy to watch
It's always a delight to see group of people simply having fun over non-stop chatting and of course good food. This kind of ambiance will surely make someone's day 


Overall I want a classic Filipino architecture with a touch of modern elements that has a homy and welcoming vibes - just a simple place that will bring family and friends together in one table. I don't know exactly how am I going to put this whole thing into reality. This is beyond DIFFICULT. But thank God dreaming is free. For now, I just want to end this post with this quote I received in All Devotion from Facebook

Today, we believe that God wants you to know that...  
the surest way to become is to playact.
Whenever you wish to change yourself, but find it difficult, start as children do by pretending that you already are. As you play at being who you wish to become, the playact itself will surely transform you. 

P.S. I just read this quote yesterday morning. And I thought it was God talking to me through the social network. See, God is using even the small things to tell us his message. It really feels good to pretend like a child and see my dreams come to life. This is a great thing that I'd like to turn into a habit. :)

Friday, July 19, 2013

Travelling Like a Millionaire

Countdown to 30 - First in Series 

I love travelling. Apart from that, I love adventures too. I love pure adrenaline rush!  

God is good. He has given us a beautiful world to explore. Countless. But travelling isn't cheap. Preparation is a must do for me. It entails sacrificing some WANTS for a much anticipated vacation. I'm not getting younger. There will come a time my physical condition will be a huge hindrance. I wanna travel and experience the world while I can. This is my recent mantra. 

Today as my financial crisis starts to die down. I feel more free (from guilt) to list down the places I long to see and the adventures I would like to try.

Game?


Go Biking in Batanes
Photo credit: batanestravel.com
I want to explore this awesome island using a bike (is there a better way?)!!!


I want to slide and ride in the sand and play like a kid!!!



Subic Treetop Adventure 
Photo credit: iamnikkies.blogspot.com

I want heart pumping adventure near the metropolis!!!

Parasailing in Manila Bay
Photo credit: gmanetwork.com
I want to see the capital city up in the air!!!



Vertical Trek to Pagsanjan Falls
I want to sweat like a pig going to one of the most famous falls in the country!!!


Fun Run at BGC
Photo credit: takbo.ph
I want to stretch my muscles in one of my most favorite places in National Capital Region!!!


Target Shooting in Manila
Photo credit: tinypic.com

I want to know if I can hit that bull's eye!!!

Photo credit: mayonatvtour.com
I want an ultimate ride to the perfect cone just like Zac Efron!!!


Skywalk Adventure at Crown Regency Hotel in Cebu

Photo credit: skyexperienceadventure.com

I want to watch my knees tremble!!!

Dahilayan Adventure in Bukidnon
Photo credit: pinoytravelfreak.com

I want to experience the Asia's longest dual zipline 
and other activities that my heart can take!!!

Cebu Provincial Detention and Rehabilitation Center
Photo credit: everythingcebu.com

I want to be amazed by the Cebu Dancing Inmates!!! Cheering is a good exercise for the heart, right? 



*** Not the end ****

Countdown to 30

Lately, I have been receiving news about my friends getting married, getting pregnant and giving birth. Not so surprising news though because we're 30 (I'll be in less than a month). I mean we are literally adult who do not need  written consent to have a civil wedding. While most of my friends are on their way to building a family, I feel that I just got my liberty - excited to explore the world like a young adult in her early twentys.  

My future posts will be a series of things I long to experience and my new discoveries about myself. True, I'm getting old but it feels like my real journey has just begun; as if my past experiences are mere preparations to more undertakings that will shape me to become the person who will fulfill a mission in life. 

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