old mysterious enigmatic little things

The first time I went to Cubao Expo was in 2008 - I was organizing a lomography competition for Tugon. Cubao Expo, I was told, is one of those places for people who like indie or not so mainstream types of art and music so I wanted to see if we could promote the competition there during one of their shows or exhibits. 

I passed by Cubao Expo again earlier while running an errand. I knew there were a lot of thrift/antique stores there, and I really like old stuff - photos, paintings, furnitures, trinkets, everything! I guess because these things seem to have so much personality and history. old mysterious enigmatic little things. 

The Grand Thrift House display

Cubao Expo is a small U-shaped street. There are a few stores selling mostly shoes, clothes and antiques but there are also restaurants in the area for either dinner or drinks. They oftentimes close the street to hold events such as concerts or have tiangges in the evening too.

Cubao Expo

Digital old style telephone. Isn't it so cute? 

A very nice vespa parked in front of Bellini's, couldn't resist taking a photo. :)

Bellini's is an Italian restaurant in Cubao Expo and friends have been telling me how delicious their dishes are. I didn't want to eat dinner alone but since I was already there, I decided to do so anyway. I ordered a 12-inch Salciccia pizza and it was so sooo good, I was able to appreciate the use of fresh ingredients in preparing food, it tasted so different and so much better than what other (even high-end and more expensive) Italian restaurants usually serve.

Bellini's dining area

 The dining area had photos, newspaper clippings, paintings and wine on display.

Another dining room

Dinner!

Since I was alone, I was able to think a lot about life in general and sort some stuff out. The past few days have been frustrating for me. A loved one passing on, not being able to go where I wanted to go or not being where I want to be and most especially wanting something you know you can never have so sooo bad.  I mean, how do people deal with that? But there are also a lot of good things in my life. And the only thing I could do is make the most out of what I have right here, right now. The future is a whole different story.

Amazing Salciccia. Yum!

Despite everything, I am quite happy right now. Because first, I just had the best pizza ever and second, I just had some much needed me-time. That whole afternoon, I spent my time looking at things that interest me, watching people and eating good food. It was a very nice way to spend my Sunday. And they day before that, I went to my friend's fun birthday party. I should spend my weekends like this more often. :)

Joanne's 23rd and Victoria's 6th birthday :) 

"Family means no one gets left behind or forgotten"

Dear Pang, 

I'm so sorry. I miss you everyday. 

Your Camille.