Driver’s license renewal glitch

Yesterday, I had my driver’s license renewed at the LTO Ayala MRT branch. After more than two hours (!), I finally got to pay at the cashier. I was surprised that I was charged an additional Php75 for late renewal. So I asked the cashier when is the proper time to renew a driver’s license,…

It’s complicated

It shouldn’t have gotten complicated, but it did. Strange how easy it is for me to offer solutions to other people’s problems, and in the same breath find it difficult for me to solve my own. I would say, “this, too, shall pass,” to friends who need comfort. That favorite line of mine from My…

Again

The problem with being often cheerful is that nobody will believe you when it’s your turn to be depressed. People will be more confused than bothered when they see you cry. People will think you’ll get over your depression fast and easily, so there’s no need for them to make an extra effort to cheer…

Free Green & Go E-shuttle ride at Araneta Center

The first e-shuttle system in Quezon City was launched yesterday in Araneta Center. Customers can take the free ride offered by the four environment friendly shuttles, which will go around the Ali Mall-Gateway route. Araneta Center is the first to comply with the QC government’s eco-awareness provisions — in fact way before the policy is…

A day in the life of a loser

God had fun with me yesterday. I woke up with a jolt. I checked my cellphone (which I also use as my daily alarm) and found that the alarm did not go off. I don’t know why, because it was programmed to alarm at the same time every morning from Monday to Friday. But for…