When I was at the mall, I had a conversation with one of my Singles for Christ household members and friend, Stephen, through Facebook Messenger. We talked about one event that can benefit us by making us fit, and that is the virtual run and walk program through an application. By joining it, we will record our pace in running and walking and then, submit it once the target mission is completed. The options are 5k, 10k, and 21k. I told Stephen that I will be choosing 5k because I have no exercise, and that is what I have achieved so far as the longest distance that I had run in a marathon. Later on, Stephen invited me for a badminton game.
Badminton is one of my sports. I enjoy playing this sports because I know I am good at this. It gives a good feeling whenever you are able to let the shuttlecock cross the other side with whatever move you create — over or under. When you have a skillful partner, it’s double the satisfaction that it creates. You know that you are enjoying the game when the shuttlecock crosses both sides and never lands on the ground for a long time. With some strategic moves like the smash, the game becomes more exciting so when you are able to perform such moves, you will definitely have a good time.
Before we conducted the game, Stephen and I did some warm-up exercises so our bodies will be ready for some stretches. It’s always better to condition your body before every game so a warm-up is indeed advisable. After doing the exercise, Stephen taught me a move that is the proper way of receiving the ball, and that is the “over.” At first, I adjusted myself to it because I thought learning a new move rather than doing what you have accustomed to is a challenging task. I did several hits on the racket but without letting it cross the other side. I thought the new move is not working until I let loose. I thought there were times when I did it right, but it was all because I did not think about my movement most of the time so there surely were times when I was not properly doing it. We played on until I asked for a break which later on was not followed by a new game. Instead, it was just jogging around the grass area for several laps that we did. After all, the place was darkening because it was already evening.
During the game, I was feeling my stomach rumbling and I know that it is a signal that I want to eat. After the game, I asked Stephen for us to eat somewhere, but he did not give any sign that he wants to. Instead, he led me to the place where the food park and restaurants are. We just toured around and then got to this place called Lamp Quarters where we did our first photo shoots. There are a lot to try in that food park like unlimited wings, rice, and fries. Stephen said that it’s one that we should try some other time.
When we were about to go home, we had passed by a place where they sell buy 1 take 1 milk tea. I asked the seller if their milk tea is not tea-based, and then said that for now yes, so we were able to avail of it. I have been living a caffeine-free life because of my health. I ordered Taro while Stephen opted for Matcha. The milk tea was excellent. The milk is creamy and the sweetness is just right, plus the pearls are soft and sweet. I also ordered for Chicharon Bagnet for us to have something to eat. It is flavorful though a bit hard to crunch. The sellers were kind enough to offer us vinegar in a bowl. Also, they offered us the barbecue that I had asked for but was not available then. The barbecue has a strong meaty taste and smoky flavor that I like, and the serving is big too. We spent a while in that place with good music like 90’s song Don’t Speak by No Doubt. It gives a good feeling hearing such song again.
The night is still young but we had to part ways. Stephen walked towards 7th street where he resides while I walked my way home for about 20 minutes. It so nice to have something to tell within the day. I am looking forward to more blogging especially when there are highlights to tell. I will definitely be back.
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