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Just Got Back

This afternoon, I said farewell to the land of milk tea and pineapple pastries. It was a tiring five-day gig in Taipei. We were fortunate to have been pampered by the organizers. We were housed in a five-star hotel, chauffeured in a tourist bus and fed buffet breakfast every day. We really didn't have to spend for anything except for souvenirs and non-essentials. I'd say that we really earned our keep.

When I have more time in my hands, I'll share with you a more detailed account of my stay in Taiwan. For now, I am trying to stay up to tie up loose ends before we leave for the US this Friday.

I need to remember the following:
  • leave emergency money with my mother
  • leave petty cash with the help
  • issue a cheque as second installment for the house expansion
  • look for my toiletry kit
  • give the helpers their monthly salary
  • pack the barong and dress for Ed's wedding
  • get Lapid's chicharon as pasalubong
  • bring the tablea as pasalubong #2
  • pass by the bank to get $ for the trip
  • follow up the delivery of the wedding gift
What else am I missing?

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