Online Selling in Marketplace

 

 

 

Mechanics on the Art of Selling

Selling takes a lot of work in terms of taking pictures, arranging the photos in adobe or the usual shoot and post format. Our store assistant, Edrin, is adept in the use of computers, being a recent tech/voc graduate from Cebu. He learns easily and gets to do the work fast. He fixes the lights in the right angle and peeps into the cp lens to determine if he has the correct placement of the object vis-a-vis the light.

The photo shoot can take several takes and we select only those that passes our close scrutiny.This procedure can take a few hours or several days depending on the number of items and the difficulty of using our mere cps

to do the work. Two units conked out due to overuse and the tablet accidentally fell off the table and probably broke its LCD. We are waiting for the new unit bought by a sibling through Lazada, out of the generosity of his heart. Thanks the Lord for that! 

Herein are the art works that we intend to sell via the Marketplace and  other groups. The dimension is 16.5 x 16.5 inches. These art works are done in colors that are alive and painted in canvas. Each is individually framed and are ready for hanging in your walls. 

 

Why You Need to Own These

 

First, these artworks are beautifully done. The colors are alive and it helps give the room the ambiance it needs to look and feel good! Besides, it comes cheap at only P500 each. Second, buying is easy.... payment is via G-Cash, PayMaya, or BPI. Delivery is through Lalamove, Grab, or Pick-up at Buyer's expense.

 

So, what are you waiting for? Come and get it! 

 

You may call up cp no. 0946-3092059 for any inquiry.

 

 

 

 

 

Las Pinas City Hall - From a Residents' Point of View

 

Why Pay Early

Every months of November or December, local residents make it a point to pay their real property tax as discounts from 15 to 20% are given by the city government. These are advance payments for the coming year. Last year, I was able to avail of the 20% discount by paying early or by around November 10. This year, I was only able to pay two weeks ago or by December 12, so I was only given a 15% discount.

Nevertheless, I am happy with that since the discount amounted to around P2,500, or enough spending money for the Christmas feast of Maring and I. Thinkinofg about 2021, it was a dizzying and most fearful plight for me. As somebody who has comorbidities, the onslaught of covid19 brought about the most unwanted fears in me. I was stressed out as I see friends, acquaintances, and even relatives get infected by it.

 

Fear of Covid

However, the city government with the avid participation of the LGU's were able to implement the inoculation program of residents by middle of the year. I got two shots of aztra zenica around June  and my booster shot a day after Christmas. That leaves me a sore arm all through the new year. Nonetheless, I am thankful for all these shots as it gives me peace of mind. 

A good friend of mine died of covid a few months back. She was anti-vac and believed that we only need to keep the body strong by being physically active, eating right, and by praying. I kept telling her then that I am not healthy as she is and I don't like exercising. Besides, I don't know if God will opt to get me instead if don't get vaccinated. Nah, I don't want that! 

 

Ayuda from the local LGU's

2021 was also the year when I saw food boxes and ayuda from the LGUs. I refused the first giveaways but lined up for the second round of the pandemic when it was given. I shared it with my alalays and partake of the other items like rice of a few kilos. Nothing grand. It was just enough to help tide things over.

There's still much that the city government could have done for its people. There was poverty and hunger everywhere. Jobs became non-existent and help was nowhere to be found when needed. Or if there was, it came in trickles. The year was undoubtedly difficult for most of us, but there is still that light at the end of the tunnel. Some businesses can thrive, only if we look hard enough.

Here's looking up to 2022!  

Photo credit: Carlo Carassco

BEING SICK WHILE IN LAS PINAS CITY

I live south of Manila, in the quaint city of Las Pinas. I guess, you may consider the subdivision, as lower middle to middle class as most residents belong to the working group.

ISSUES ON BEING SICK

I can say, that, I never have had major health issues for more than a decade or so. Oh, yes --- I take regular medications for high blood pressure, blood sugar, and for cholesterol control. Other than that, nada!

I have never changed my medication all through this time, since, there was really no need for it. However, when I turned a leaf a couple of months ago and became a senior citizen, I suddently felt a compelling need to have a medical check-up. 

I scheduled to see a doctor right after my harvest, and find a reason to stay in Manila for a week or two. 

DOCTOR'S APPOINMENT

The Alabang Medical Clinic is a small facility near my residence. It is a five minute tricycle ride from my place and a walking distance from where I get off. I was there two weeks in a row to get a doctor's appointment for the lone doctor who specializes in diabetes and high blood pressure. 

But woe! She fails to show up each time. The staff says that she is stuck in the high-end Asian Hospital in Muntinlupa and unable to see her patients in the clinic. I counted the patients waiting for her, and they numbered fifteen who waited anxiously, each time.

With a consultation fee of P500 per patient, that would amount to around P7,500 for one day. Probably, what she gets from the Asian Hospital is more than the fee that she gets from us at the said clinic.

I inquired from the staff if they have another doctor whom I can see,in lieu of her. They informed me that she is the only doctor who specializes in both diabetes and high blood pressure.

Haay, naku naman!

BARANGAY HEALTH CENTER

Out of frustration, I went to the nearby barangay health center and inquired from the barangay doctor, if I can have a change of prescription for my blood pressure. I felt that I needed a higher dosage since I am no longer comfortable with what I am taking.

I also inquired if I can have my blood sugar tested so I can get another prescription. When he asked me why there is a need for it;  I said that, I get 32% off my medication if he gives me a prescription since I am already a senior citizen.

He is a kindred spirit, but was not easily swayed. He asked me to first undergo diagnostic testing --- ECG scan, blood sugar testing, and a sputum test since he noticed my cough while talking to him (turns out to be a case of bronchitis and was given medication for it). I was directed to a nearby diagnostic center and to immediately see him as soon as I have the results.

I was also told to get the sputum test at the barangay so I don't have to pay anything. My medication can also be given free if the health center have enough stock. I thanked him and said that his prescription for my medication will be more than sufficient.

 

DIAGNOSTIC CLINIC 

Oft I went to this diagnostic center, a small place near the Barangay Hall of Almanza 1. Looking at it, I was at first hesitant to have myself tested and back out immediately. However, since it was there where the barangay doctor told me to go, I went through the motions of having myself undergo  an ECG scan. It was finished in less than five minutes.

Tomorrow, I will undergo an FBS test for blood sugar. I hope to get the results by Monday or Tuesday.


POSTSCRIPT

I am happy that each community has a barangay health center that can help residents whenever they get sick. You don't have to pay anything since the service is free. Medicines are also given free, if available. It was my first time to experience being attended to by the community health doctor, and it was OK. 

If more health services are offered by each barangay, what we will see is a better place for all Filipinos --- rich or poor alike.

Attention incoming president, Digong Duterte.


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PILGRIM CHURCH: MARY IMMACULATE PARISH OF MOONWALK VILLAGE

Mary Immaculate Parish at Moonwalk Village, Las Pinas City

The lenten season ushered in the influx of pilgrims to flock in churches to do the Visita Iglesia. This church is highly popular since it was declared as a Pilgrim Church where the faithful can reflect and pray for God's guidance and mercy.

The chapel found at the entryway on the way to the church

This mini chapel was constructed using indigenous materials with native roofing made of sasa palms. It is well ventilated and airy as it is situated in an open space.

Left side portion of the chapel

This place of meditation has quaint chairs and a main altar solely made of wood. The rustic design gives out a feeling of calmness and good ambiance.

Roofing made of sasa and bird-like lights made of capiz shells

What makes the place popular is the natural feel that one experiences upon entry to this place of worship - especially during the lenten season.

Catholics attend mass during Maundy Thursday

Prayers and acts of piety are shown by the flock when they attend mass and do the 14 station of the cross to reflect on the sufferings, death, and resurrection of Christ.

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Horrible Traffic in Almanza 2, Las Pinas City

Traffic at Almanza2, Las Pinas City

Trafic in a Small City

Las Pinas, is a small city of 12.62 sq.mi., south of Manila. It has an  estimated population of half a million, per the National Census of  2010. The residents living in the area are called Las Pinero.

With the small area, it would be surprising to see many big  commercial centers along Real Street up to the City of Muntinlupa. There is the SM Southmall, three SM Centers, a Robinson's Mall, Puregold, and the humongous Alabang Town Center and Filinvest Mall in the nearby Muntinlupa City.

Traffic along Almanza 2, Las Pinas City

With a small road network, it is not surprising to experience horrible traffic, from  Alabang to Zapote. At Almanza 2, which is near the SM Southmall, the traffic congestion can be so bad that it is faster to walk going to the mall than ride a jeepney.

I often wonder why there is no master plan for the city that would have avoided the chaos. The used of a master plan have been implemented in the nearby Ayala-Alabang Commercial/Residential area with some degree of success. 

Bus cutting in resulting to traffic congestion

There should have been foresight in the placement of commercial centers along residential areas. The SM Southmall has no side street where jeepneys can pick their passenger or get them off. A bus station was placed along the road, that incoming buses cut the traffic from one end to the other end, just so they can enter the bus station. 

These pictures were taken around lunch time, last Friday. Since it was a payday (May 15) the traffic was hard to contain from  early morning till late at night. This is a horrible situation where, we hope, the bright boys of the City Hall can find a solution real fast.

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Paotsin Food Stall SM Center, Las Pinas City

Paotsin Food Kiosk, Sm Center, Las Pinas

Paotsin Food Stall SM Center, Las Pinas City

The Paotsin Food kiosk, is one of those stalls that you can find in the malls all over the city. The Las Pinas Digest team, was at the SM Center, and stopped at this stall for a quick brunch.

There were several choices of dumplings and we opted to buy the shark's fin with rice and sweet/sour sauce. We ordered an additional big cup of coco juice and was P75 poorer (P50 for the meal and P25 for the juice) due to hunger pangs.

Shark's Fin in sweet/sour sauce and Buco juice

It was crunchy and spicy. It was a quick meal and relatively cheap. The serving of pandan rice was generous, and the coco juice helped in quenching our thirst.

The dish is nothing fancy nor extra-ordinary. It is just one of those food-on-the-run that you pick up when you're malling.

Dumpling selection at Paotsin's

Rating:  3 Stars

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