The Daily Grind

I have a thing for cozy hotel rooms. I love it! I can stay in it for days, if only I have the funds to do so. Even my sisters love staying in hotel rooms that are almost the same as home. Except that it has the amenities that we don’t have like a full blast of hot water in the shower, a bathtub, use of the aircon and TV even for 24 hours straight, and the cleaning service.

I’ve been checking out different local hotels like Sofitel, Linden Suites, and the like. If I find a room that I can afford for the weekend, I will stay there!

City life is harsh at times. You know why? The cost of living is just too much! No matter how much you try to save on costs, the utility bills will come in and for no clear explanation from the companies, you will notice an increase from last month’s bill. Prices of basic commodities would go up and down. You try to budget your money but you always end up short.

Argh!

I am saying this because I am in that situation now.

Harsh life!

I grew up with a terrace at home. My grandparents’ houses, maternal and paternal side, also have terraces in their respective houses. That’s why I am drawn to houses with such.

But living in the city, space is limited. I think I’ve already mentioned this a thousand times. Space is limited so you make do with what you have. If you see houses here, the space meant for the air conditioner is also being used as a mini terrace. Or the space meant for the car slot is being used as such when the car is not parked there.

I would have loved to have a terrace like the photo above. I wouldn’t mind shelling money for one like that.

One of the things I want my living room to have is the ambiance associated to country homes. An inviting feel. Cozy and warm. That’s why I am not much into furniture that look so stiff and cold.

The photo (above) of the living room is very modern and a bit stiff looking. But it still is very inviting, don’t you think? I think the colors have something to do with it.

What do you think?

Now this is a real space-saver! A cool college dorm bed! Just imagine the amount of space you can save by having this bed in your own home. A bed, trunk and work desk all in one!

I found this online and showed it to my siblings and friends. They were amused by it. Some showed more interest, one of my friends even took the photo to have it duplicated for his tiny condo unit! Cool, huh?!?

If you’ve been watching the news about what’s happening around the world, you are surely as scared as I am. Scared of earthquakes for one! It’s been happening in different cities and it could happen to the city you are living in. I’m a city girl so you can see where the fear is coming from.

I keep on praying that nature will take pity on us. I hope that there will be no more disasters to happen anywhere in the world. And I am praying that there will be more people who will be rescued in the rubbles left by the earthquake in Christchurch, New Zealand.

I am sure you have heard of the Edsa bus bombing, the MRT technical problem, and many cases of police involved in crimes. It is getting scary here in the city.

Is it still safe to live in the city now?

My answer is I don’t know anymore. If you’ve asked me that a couple of months ago, I would have said yes. But with everything’s happening right now, it really makes you ponder the safety of city life. Of course, school and work are here in the city. And family’s here. I just wish something can be done on the crimes happening left and right in the city now.

Always be safe, okay?

I know you keep reading about it here that living in the city means cramped spaces in your home. It’s true. I am sure you agree with me on this. That’s why every corner at home is being maximized, functionality-wise. Like the photo above.

You can see that what looks like a plain wall is actually a home-office when opened. Great idea, don’t you think? I love this kind of home-office space, too. Looks cool!

I have always dreamed of owning a farm of my own. A place where the whole family can really let their hair down, unwind and relax. Away from the hustle and bustle of city life. Don’t get me wrong. I love my city. I love living in the city! I love the perks that go with living in the city foremost of which are the places a person can go to when bored.

But a farm can provide a place for us to spend time pondering the future. A place for us to retire to. A place for us to live out the rest of our lives if we want to.

Personally, I find it hard to think of a life outside the city. I don’t think I can stand the silence of the countryside every single day. I mean a few days like a vacation would do. But every single day with the gloomy lights and the seemingly gloomy weather in the afternoons and early evenings…

I just think that I am more at ease with the sounds of the city more than the eerie silence of the countryside. Don’t get me wrong, I do dream of a life outside the city. I do think that I can forge a life there once I am done with city life.

But as of now, I am more comfortable right smack in the middle of the hustle and bustle of the city.