Lettersfrommari | A Dream

A fleeting scene in the past,

What to do, it never last.

Step into life or love games,

Burn the past into flames (?)

One's improvement, 

A blissful moment,

One disappointment,

A heart's lament.

Where do dreams hide? 

Why can't it be by my side?

Alone to dwell the high tide,

Life indeed is a bumpy ride. 

♡, Mari

Lettersfrommari | Far away

Far Away

I dreamed of being (getting back) together

To a promising forever

We knew the path seemed blurry

But our hearts are in a hurry

Same goals, different priorities

How do we survive such responsibilities

Then suddenly, there is no way

Today, together yet hearts are far away

♡,

Mari

Poetry Potion | Maybe it will rain

Hey,

I'm so happy! My poem received recognition (in a sense) since it was chosen and posted/published in another site! 

Thank you very much Poetry Potion (Link to site) for acknowledging my work. I know how simple my poem is but not everyone can relate to how and what I feel when I wrote it last week (19 May 2022). 

To cut it short, I am encouraging everyone to read my short poem "Maybe it will rain" published by Poetry Potion. 

You can also try submitting your poems too!

Have a nice day!

♡,

Mari

Letters from Mari: The clock moves again.

Realizations in different situations. 

Hello!

The last 2 years passed in a blur. To the point that I still feel like it's 2020. Seemed that every time that I try moving on to other aspects in my life, I will encounter resistance in variable degrees that left me powerless to do more. 

A bit sad knowing that you were stucked and no opportunities for improvement came by. 

I feel that I was not productive for the past 2 years but perhaps my lack of passion also contributed to my demerits. Coupled with my dissatisfaction to other issues that I have no control with. 

As it will take a lot of words to explain further, let's keep it light for now. 

Fast forward to today, I just know that what I've been through made me enlightened. 

To put it simply, after the rainy days, here comes the sun.

There is a desire to find a new purpose, to start again and to build again. 

Indeed, the clock moves again.

For time never waits.

♡,

Mari

Oh how time flies...

Hola!

Almost done compiling my Japan videos and photos. Hopefully I will be able to share it with you soon! 

Lately, I've been busy with work and personal errands. 

My mind is in a mess as I try to think everything in one go and I am telling you now, don't be like me  🤣 

Anyway, will update soon! 

Thanks!

♡,

Mari

Ikea | Swedish Restaurant and Swedish Cafe

Our 1st Ikea visit was spent on eating 😅 

Swedish Restaurant 

Better visit during non-peak hours if you do not want to waste time waiting for your turn. 

The resto also offer salad, salmon and other desserts or breads. 

The operation of the restaurant felt like a canteen set-up and their food was comparable to home-cooked meals. 

We wanted to try their 'famous' Swedish meatballs so we ordered 12 pieces 😁 

I was also curious what do they meant with 'Nordic' drink which turned out to be sparkling flavored water. I recommend raspberry to be safe although I like them all! 

What surprised me was their chocolate cake! Deliciously sweet and melts in your mouth! If I can only order for take away (sigh)... perfect with coffee ☕ 

We also ordered chicken wings which tasted so-so. Got mushroom soup as well and I like their fries too! 

For pomodoro pasta, they offer it with or without vegan meatballs. We had it plain (no meatballs) since we already ordered 12 pieces of meatballs. 

Prices are not cheap but not too expensive. 

We skipped ordering coffee since we wanted to try it at the Ikea's Swedish Cafe. 

However, I recommend their drinks since they offer it in unlimited serving. Imagine sitting in a corner of their dining area, carefully drinking a cup of coffee and enjoying a slice of chocolate cake! (I will do this next time!) 

We finished our lunch with bulging bellies and smiles. 

Swedish Café 

After lunch, we went directly to Ikea's Swedish Cafe for a cup of coffee. 

It took awhile before we found our way to the cafe because there was no other exit or shortcut. 

So what's special here? 

Of course, coffee! 

We wanted to have a taste of PATAR beans (arabica). 

We skipped dessert because we already had it at the restaurant. 

They offer breads and other cakes too. 

So for coffee, we ordered Americano and Cappuccino. My sister wanted to try their tea, unfortunately, it was not available at that time so she got water instead 😅 

Their coffee did not disappoint! Plus points for the soft couches and nice ambiance despite seeing a lot of people passing by going upstairs (seats were near the escalator). 

I already imagined myself sitting with friends and catching-up over a cup of coffee and dessert or bread🙃 

Would be nice if they will expand their cafe! 

The price range is reasonable too! You can get a good and quality cup of coffee for below 120php. 

The coffee serving was not bottomless or unlimited but it does not mean that we will not go back! 

Can't wait to bring my friends here! 

♡,

Mari

 

Who would have known, its 2022!

Thankful to begin the year with family and relatives.

May this year be more fulfilling and meaningful 🙏

♡,

Mari