Currently 7.21.2020

The measures implemented by the government to lately to control the pandemic has allowed me to shift my attention to other aspects of my life, and to help re-evaluate my priorities.

For a time, life was all about getting things done, being in optimum performance at work, staying on top of matters regarding school, being present in family events, my relationship with C and all while trying to find time for myself and being responsible for my pet and chores. In other words, my plate was full. 

Then all of a sudden, everything slowed down. For a month, I realized that I was already under a lot of stress-and the stress trauma kicked in. I was happy with having time for myself being able to recharge and do things around the house. 

Then we went back to GCQ, and once again, I was faced with the adjustment of having to do things and catch up again with work. 

During these troubling times, I realized my therapy was writing and painting and also using whatever crafts I had on hand. Add into the mix our gardening routine, indulging in entertainment- hello Netflix, and practicing my baking skills- hello weight gain. 

It all made me realize that it's about time I did things that made me happy and inspired. 

During this time, C made sure I had vitamins and essentials to help fight off possible contact with the virus. He gave me black cumin seed capsules and face masks, as well as a steady supply of delicious calamansi puree. 

We even started a business online with high quality, Filipino-made products ranging from Natureal juices, Charles and Charlie Kalamansi Puree and offered my brother's Instapack. Also, our stocks of a new line of touch-free alcohol dispensers have just arrived. 

That, plus my disappointment in being unable to travel abroad this year to South Korea for my birthday week with my family to experience the cherry blossoms and the thought of experiencing food and places and a new culture sort of added to my yearning. But I've come to terms with knowing that it's better to be safe than sorry. 

But right now there are things that I find helpful and aides in keeping me distracted right now. 

Pentel Fude Touch Brush Pens

Here's my happy, happy brush pen set that's finally made me content with my calligraphy skills. Now I know what the fuss is all about when it comes to brush pens. The nylon tip is firm, unlike the other brands that I use, and the size is perfect for my hand. I am enjoying the original set with the classic colors, now if it only weren't for the delays in shipping goods because of health protocols due to the pandemic, I would have ordered the new colors that were just launched this year.

Veco Ziplock Pouches 

My ziplock pouches just arrived and I started labeling them for various purposes, mostly for business. I gave one to my Mom and shared the other with Q to use for their collections as well. I now want to buy a few more and then sell them as a set. 

Veco Sketchbook 

This is my excuse for a sketchbook, I thought of having this for my thesis because I used up the grid Veco notebook for the business and even noted our first [board] meeting on it with agreements. But let's see if I can really use it for my project paper this semester. If things become worse in the city, I will have to enjoy using it for watercolor and acrylic painting. 

Rainy Day Stickers 

I now enjoy printable stickers because they're easier to make with my printer at home and I still have my matte sticker supply. I've discovered that deliveries via Shopee is easy, should I order more matte sticker paper, and that I can cut them manually with my sharp scissors. I am kind of enjoying stickers on my planner, but of course, the ones I want can be pricey. I can still save for them though. 

Desert Mist Humidifier by Young Living 

I have a huge crush on a humidifier that P introduced to me last month. I was so intent on saving up for it because I knew it was rather pricey and even after a month, I had to save up for the other half. All of a sudden, I receive a surprise from C that he already paid it for me and all I have to do is wait for it to arrive. Shipping nationwide has slowed down due to limited flights. I honestly can't wait but it will take about three weeks more. I've been watching videos on the scents, how to operate it and what other things to do with it. Maybe an unboxing is in order once it arrives? 

Right now I'm enjoying time at home, having the time to complete my projects such as print photos, complete my traveler's notebooks, use up my stickers and washi and pamper myself by doing spa days where I put on charcoal masks and indulge in hair treatments. It also means there will be more content for here pretty soon.