Because we're now in the digital age, we seldom receive something from Mister Postman. I'm no virgin when it comes to online shopping. Not so much of a fan either. I still prefer the item's actual state. I want to feel the clothes or even fit the shoe myself. There's a lot of pro's and con's with online shopping. Some like it for convenience; skipping the long line and all the human traffic inside the mall. There's still a million other things that you and I already know but I can hardly remember some of them. I have sort of developed a short term memory loss. Please feel free to add. You're very much welcome to leave me a comment.
Just this week, I received a notice from our local post office. It's my first time to receive a parcel and it's subject for custom's approval. First time to receive a package from Chictopia. If you could just imagine my excitement! For those not familiar with Chictopia, it's an interactive online fashion community. The good thing about it, aside from posting your looks, is you earn points through so many ways. You can earn chic points by logging in daily, acquiring a new fan, receiving comments from fellow Chictopians and all that jazz.
Last December, I had set my eyes on a pair of those shining, shimmering Converse Chuck Taylor's. It glitters! Oh Yes! I did not redeem it myself though. I asked my sister Liezyl to do so and it's good that she did an all-nighter for her school work. I'm not being defensive here. No child labor involved and she's no minor either. Liz, if you're reading this part. thank you! I still owe you for this one, alright.
Assuming that people do read this blog, I'm feeling extra friendly and helpful. If it's your first time to receive a parcel from the first world and don't know the know how's. If you feel like you are in my glitter shoes.
Here are some few tips to remember and bring:
Before proceeding to window 30, make sure you have the notice slip. Notice slip is of course a sheet of paper with your package tracking number, name, address and etc.
A photocopy of your two valid id's and if you're claiming a package for someone, you know the drill. authorization letter and valid id's, people.
customs = money (pay up, betch!) It's mandatory to pay them 40 pesos otherwise they won't release your package. It's a bit funny cause I redeemed this item for free but it's not really. I was even expecting next door delivery.
bring an iPod, cell phones must be fully charged to keep you entertained. the queue is really long so bring anything to kill the time.
These steps are written still under the assumption that our local post office doesn't change the sequence of services offered in every window. But it's the government. It would take time if we want change. I'm no longer wondering why it's called snail mail. Waiting is really difficult.
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| My own Mr. Postman with my new shoes <3 |
But I am so glad I got my hands and feet on my shoes! After nearly two months, they finally found their way to me. I am all giddy and even my boyfriend approved. He really got good taste with shoes. He's even jealous for sure. I'm so happy with my Chucks I can even wear them while sleeping. I'm taking them out for a strut. All smiles for me now. Thank you to the entire team of Chictopia. You guys are the best!
P.S.
Just in case you went looking for me and assuming that you do miss reading my blog entries, I am back from the undead. This blogger did not unplug herself intentionally for emotional purging and the traditional 'soul searching' (as if it's something taken away from you) if someone goes missing. I got hospitalized and spent eight lovely days eating therapeutic/hypoallergenic food. I should be glad. You don't get to experience that but I did. I can't share the reason yet but rest assured I did not get a boob job although I just tell people that I did get a boob job cause I hate repeating myself. I'm still recovering from all the nightmare but I am slowly getting back on track with no infectious disease or whatsoever.
