We went to check a few more of the stores around the airport. Our relative who just arrived is looking for something to give as presents we call them pasalubong. It had been a part of Filipino custom to bring home something or anything as a present to those you will be coming home to. A pasalubong usually is expected from someone who went on a trip but my kids are always asking for pasalubong every time I go out. I can bring home anything like their favorite cheesecake or maybe a toy or fruit.
There were three duty free shops we went to before heading home. The first one is selling toys, housewares same with the second one. The third is the best option because we were only looking for chocolates, shampoo, soap and candies. These are the things you normally bring home and give as pasalubong or presents to your friends and family. You are safe to pick these items because almost everyone loves chocolates and for those who do not, maybe a soap or shampoo will do just fine. There are imported and local goods but we should pick the ones that are not readily available in the local market. Although I doubt it, almost everywhere you go you can find something imported. Duty free shops free us the burden of having to bring a heavy load we can do the shopping upon arrival which is good. I hope those who will be receiving their presents will appreciate the thought. Sometimes there are those who will complain right? instead of saying thank you they will voice out their rants like they do not eat this and that they do not like the scent of this and that. Before, I get pissed by such reactions but I realized that is just a waste of my time and energy. If they like it good, if not? that is no longer my problem.
Parkson duty-free shop taken using my phone
It was fun checking all the aisles in the shop. I love the scent of chocolate in the air. I feel like I want to stay there longer or maybe wished my home smells just like it. For a moment I was taken to chocolate fairy land where I forgot about issues in life and problems. The worries are gone for a second I got lost in that beautiful moment when I smelled that chocolatey scent. I breathe slowly and exhaled I feel all the issues melting away as I do that. Funny how my kids are also loving the smell of chocolate everyone is smiling with big grins on their faces. They could not tell what it is but I know from the look on their faces they love it too. Everyone grabbed as many chocolates as he could and we headed for the check out counter. It was a fun experience shopping and delighting in the yummy scent of chocolates. It was a change of environment for me and the kids and we all had fun and a much clearer perspective.
Have a great day. Until next ulog.
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good post
Thank you