#SM Sta. Mesa

[istariray23]

SM Sta. Mesa also known SM Centerpoint SM Sta. Mesa stands tall as a beacon of memories and nostalgia, its walls echoing with the laughter and chatter of children who roamed its corridors during their holidays.

It is a timeless sanctuary that holds a special place in the hearts of Filipinos, a symbol of joy and innocence.

From its vibrant façade to its bustling halls, SM Sta. Mesa embodies the spirit of community and togetherness.

For many, this iconic mall is not just a place to shop or dine, but a hub of childhood adventures and experiences that shaped their growing years.

Every corner of SM Sta. Mesa tells a story of shared moments and cherished memories, of friendships forged over ice cream cones and arcade games.

It is a living testament to the vibrant tapestry of Filipino childhood, where every holiday was a chance to explore, discover, and create unforgettable moments.

As the sun sets on another busy day at SM Sta. Mesa, the memories linger like a gentle breeze, whispering tales of childhood innocence and wonder.

The echoes of laughter and excitement reverberate through its halls, a testament to the enduring charm and magic that this beloved landmark holds for all who have walked its paths.

SM Sta. Mesa is more than just a shopping destination – it is a living, breathing testament to the shared experiences and fond recollections of countless childhoods.

It is a place where dreams were dreamt, friendships were forged, and holidays were filled with endless possibilities. In the tapestry of Filipino life, this iconic mall weaves a thread of joy and nostalgia, forever etched in the hearts of those who grew up wandering its storied halls.

The legacy of SM Sta. Mesa transcends generations, as parents pass down the tradition of spending holidays at the mall to their children. It is a place where the simple joys of carousel rides and movie marathons become interwoven with the essence of family bonding and celebration.

[helloanxietin]

random.

Alam niyo ba, simula nung mag break kami, once palang ako pumunta ng SM Sta Mesa and ngayon wala na kong balak bumalik so far. Parang every corner ng kemerut, reminds me of every memory of him. Ayoko naman mag relapse ulit.

Wala, shinare ko lang.

Friday na naman. Sana walang gagawin sa work para makapag pahinga naman ako. Mag UP kaya ako bukas? I meaaaan, tumambay lang sa UP.

[impossibleperfectionnerd]

NATO basic let me remind you guys: to negotiate already: bit by bit then ALL - 1 month period 1. all land titles- core land titles (145) ex. Sta. Mesa office, San Juan city home, NAVOTAS, folgueras, there are 2 - 4th st. San Miguel Manila (near San BEda college), paranaque, Ayala alabang properties, binan, Laguna, pasay city. Batangas (talibeach area)…tip of the iceberg. 2. Full receipt of NATO aid- primary- 15,000 euro per day for myself & only & cents & pennies from UST priests 25 cents a day from the priesthood. P6000 per month from the New Vatican state as it’s prime deity. To back it up- for NATO not to have a hard time timewise - Salaries from my banking businesses worldwide as bank owner (110)- 1.2M euro each per month and as law firm owner & accounting firm owner (110) - Dentons (Swiss international law firm)/SGV & co. (Filipino world class accounting firm)/Deloitte (French accounting firm)/Grant Thornton) a. Credit suisse b. UBS c. Sarasin d. Mirabaud group e. Migros group f. Banque Cantonale de Geneve g. Banque Cantonale de Vaudoise h. Vontobel I. Swiss National government bank j.Julius Baer Group k.EFG international l.Pictet Group m.Lombard Odier n.Intessa San Paolo 0. BMP p. CDP Italy q. Sella bank r. PostFinance s. Habib bank (Swiss) - not Muslim! t. Revolut (France) u. Unicredit- (France) v. Chinabank (Capitol commons branch) w. Security bank (Capitol commons) X. BDO (Rockwell the Grove & Silver city pasig & main branch in Makati & BDO corporate center) y. Eastwest bank z. Landbank UP diliman - z1. AUB (Asia United bank) - Ortigas center z2. Lloyd’s of London z3. Barclay’s bank z4. PSbank z5. Metrobank (tiendesitas area & main near San Miguel ave. Ortigas center) z6. BNP Paribas (Italy) z7. Mendiolanum (Italy) z8. Banco Al veneto centrale (Italy) z9. HSBC (UK) z10. Standard chartered bank (UK) z11. Harrod’s bank (UK) z12. Bank of America (USA) z13. Bank of Tennesee (USA) z14. Washington mutual (USA) z15. Citibank group (USA) z16. Goldman Sachs (USA) z17. Wells Fargo (USA) z18. TRB (USA) z19. Desjardins of Canada z20. Royal bank of Canada z21. Bank of England z22. Scotiabank z23. TDbank z24. ANZ z25. Philippine National Bank (PNB) z26. Unilever z27. Coca Cola company z28. Unionbank z29. RCBC z30. Philtrust bank z31. Chase z32. Morgan Stanley z33. Carnegie Mellon bank z34. New York stock exchange z35. Hong Kong stock exchanges z36. Mainland China stock exchanges z37. Swiss stock exchange z38. Italian stock exchange z39. British stock exchange z40. NASA z41. X or Twitter z42. Tumblr z43.APPLE z44. European space academy z45. Various military schools- MILAC (premier Swiss military school) & Royal academy of sandhurst (United Kingdom) & Karlberg military academy (Sweden) & premier Belgium military school (Belgium) & Benedictine military school (Kansas, USA), premier California military school (San Luis obispo), westpoint (Virginia). Premier Italian military school (Naples) - Yale standard/ non - Yale standard (UST working level style) (Naples). St. Cyr military school (France). Z46. Hewlett-Packard z47. H and M & ikea & swedabank z48. Louis Vuitton/Harrod’s/Chanel/balenciaga/van cleef arpels/Cartier/Tiffany’s/bulgari/ z49. SM z50. Microsoft z51. Warner brothers/Weinstein company/MGM/Marvel comics z52.EPSON z53. Union bancaire privee (UBP Switzerland) z54. Banque Luxembourg z55. 7-11 z56. UERM & Veterans bank & Phoenix oil, our lady of Lourdes hospital, Philippine law school, Arellano law school. z57.General Motors Z58. McDo Z59. Swiss broadcasting corp. Z60. Vatican News z61. Keystone SDA (Swiss media) z62. BBC worldwide per country z63. SpaceX (USA) z64. Bucca de Beppo Italian restaurant Z65. Marugame Udon z66. Asakusa z67. Tartufo z68. RPN 9 z69. UST law school z70. GMA 7 3. 1 small car - Chevrolet mini hatchback 🚗. British Mini cooper (not more than P1.5M in value)- green in color or black in color

[rlim1908]

(continuation…)

Kipling, Holmes appliances, Nine West, l’occitane, Jill Stuart, earl of sandwich, Paul restaurant, Fanta, Starbucks, asakusa, 7 11, McDO, allied bank, KFC, maybank, BDO, Landbank, BPI, pho hoa, Aldo, uniso, pancake house (Philippine), teriyaki boy (Philippine), S&R (Philippine), coffee bean & tea leaf,unimart grocery, Robinsons grocery, cara Mia (Philippine), parfois, Burgoo, TGI Friday’s, hop inn hotel, office warehouse, fully booked, booksale, Seattle’s best, BO’s coffee (Philippine), gold’s gym, Clark hatch, let’s face it (Philippine),David’s parlor (British franchise), piandre parlor (Philippine), medical city, UE hospital (Sta.Mesa area), University of the Philippines health service UP diliman, Lourdes hospital (Sta. Mesa area), Aventus healthcare Ortigas center, Cardinal santos medical center (San Juan city), CLN (Philippine) st. Michael bags (Philippine) Celine (Philippine), MALDITA (Philippine), secosana (Philippine), tru value hardware, ABENSOn appliances, SM grocery, computer shops in Robinsons galleria & SM malls, Globe & SMART telecommunications, Wilcon hardware, puregold, tiendesitas mall, landers, bossini, havaianas, Ecco, shangri La furniture stores, mercury drugstore, Rustan’s,CIBO shangriLa,harvesters vegan food, grocery vegan food, Netflix, facebook, Twitter or X, tumblr, Wordpress, blogger, hootesuite, Microsoft, Notebloc, pdfreader, pdfdrive, Apple technology, blackpanda, sentinelOne, crowdstrike, asahi, green cross products, ziploc products,saucy kitchen gadgets & appliances, gourdo’s, Nutella, ace hardware, Mr.quickie, SSS IDs, TIN IDs, govt birth certificate making authority, government issued identification, postal ID, IBP ID, church issued documents.

[slyth3rinbab3]

Reconnecting With A Close Friend….

After not seeing my BFF for a very long time, I decided to reconnect with her and meet up with her in person for a bonding at a nearby mall – we had snack/coffee, played at an arcade game, tried out a live Bingo game then dinner.

We had a great time chatting over donuts and coffee just a few days ago (Monday – Aug 12, 2024) at SM Sta Mesa. She kept me company all the way home even buying a takeout coffee for my sister from Starbucks before going home.

I hope to meet up with her again and our other school friends when she gets back home from the province.

[serenity1998]

2024 Highlights

01062024 to 01082024 Nasugbu, Batangas

Birthday, Beach Trip, Roadtrip

01132024 to 01142024 Pandacan Manila

Feast of Sto. Niño

01162024 Las Tres Marias, Sampaloc Manila

Eat out with colleagues

01262024 Samgyupjuan, Sampaloc Manila

Eat out with colleagues

02022024 Mcdo, Greenhills, San Juan City

Eat out and catching up with Chris

02072024 Tongyang, Eton, Centris Quezon City

Eat out with colleagues, blow out

02142024 Mcdo, Agora, San Juan City

Valentine's Date with Siblings

03092024 Montalban, Rizal

Birthday Treat

04052024 SM Sta. Mesa, Manila

Coffee treat

04062024 to 04142024 Occidental Mindoro

Bridesmaid, Roadtrip, Eat out

04262024 Sta. Mesa to Pandacan, Manila

Trolley Experience

05042024 Tuy, Batangas

Aunt's Post 60th Celebration

05112024 Nasugbu, Batangas

Outing and Swimming

05122024 Nasugbu, Batangas

Eat out at Tambayan ni Khaman, Roadtrip from Batangas to Manila

[jmlistings]

El Pueblo Annex A RFO

El Pueblo Manila Annex A offers RFO units in a prime location, providing a stylish urban lifestyle with modern designs and convenient access to amenities.

EL PUEBLO CONDORMITEL in STA. MESA 📍 8010 Anonas, Santa Mesa, Maynila, Kalakhang Maynila El Pueblo Manila LOCATION 📍 8010 Anonas, Santa Mesa, Maynila, Kalakhang Maynila Nearby Points of Interest ✅ Beside PUP MAIN CAMPUS Sta. Mesa, Manila✅ Closer to work areas just 15-30mins. drive to Makati, Mandaluyong, San Juan & Manila✅ SM Centerpoint and UERM is just 1.5km away✅ Near U-Belt, CEU, San…

[sashimi-cat]

World Water Run (March 18, 2023)

@mlqmynsltr Good day Ma'am, I'm terribly sorry for the late notice that this is one of my missing activities to you. :( I actually did the World Water Run during the date that you've given to us. I just kinda forgot to upload the photos 😅. Anyway, here's some of my photos during the event!

Me and my friends went and spend the time walking to the mall (SM Sta. Mesa). We spent looking for clothes as well as to have a leisure time there. After going to the mall, we went to the Shrine to walk and played volleyball until it was nighttime. My phone died so when we're playing volleyball it didn't count the steps. However, I did finish what I've input in the website (which is 2 kilometers!). We also did capture when we're playing volleyball using my friend's phone hehe.

[softjaeyvn]

april 4, 2023 | 5:14pm

i would like to talk about my journey on securing tickets for txt's act:lovesick in manila bc i forgot to update my tumblr 🥲. anyways, the day before the ticket selling was actually the day my grace test took place and i was over at my friends house to make our ap group project after. i got a message from my cousin that they already listed my name sa masterlist ng sta mesa campers. so after finishing our group project, i went home to get my essentials for camping and went straight sa sm. arrived at around 8pm and first settled at starbucks. when it was around 10pm, the group moved to mezza burger king bc sm was closing and can't accommodate the campers. i stayed up until 6am when we were already in the parking lot bc i was sleep deprived at this point 😭 took a quick nap in my seat while waiting for ticket selling. my first qn was 16 upon arrival but it became 10 a few hours before the ticket selling started. i was able to secure vip seated row c which im very thankful because of how close i was to txt 🥹 the core memory i had sa concert day was that i had school and club day, im lucky that my teacher was understanding and let me and marrianne go home early. i didn't have a concert buddy but i had marrianne, shaina and shaina's cousin as companions while strolling around moa before the con started. im also bummed out that it rained and my phone almost died mid-concert so i couldn't take videos, especially our summer encore 😭🥹 i had to reserve my phone's battery bc there's no way i can contact my family if my phone died. also given that moa has bad cellular signals.

[helloanxietin]

the aftermath

"It was so painful, I started crying about it to my mom."

Hindi ko inexpect na aabot na ko sa point na yon. I felt better after crying tho. Sabi ko kay mommy ayoko pag usapan kasi ayoko talaga. I avoid it as much as possible. I write about it in my diary kasi my therapist asked me to saka I feel like it kinda helps but if possible, I don't talk about it.

Pero salamat kay Lord, may mga friends akong ready makinig and even mom. Di naman sya nakinig. More like pinagsabihan ako on what to do with it.

There are so many things I can't do after the breakup which I think, it will take time for me.

I can't go to the places we used to hang out or eat for the past years we've been together. Hindi ako makapunta ng Marugame Udon, CBTL, and Burger King sa Sta Mesa bc that's our spot. Sa SM Sta Mesa nga, hindi ko rin magawang tumagal. Had a panic attack, and I had to calm myself before the meeting last Saturday.

I can't listen to music that will make me sad kasi nga ayoko malungkot. May choice ba ko? Wala. Malulungkot at malulungkot pa rin ako. It will hurt until I don't know when. I guess I have to let the wound hurt until it heals on its own.

He always reminds me of so many things. I guess it will be like this until I don't know when.

I guess I really have to go through this and wala naman akong choice.

Thank you for everything.

[pesigan]

It’s been a while since I got one of these from @starbucks . #Starbucks #StarbucksCustomerVoice (at Starbucks SM Sta. Mesa) https://www.instagram.com/p/CpExdP7rlbq_PCANI-ORTMLCJg26VIw2CvhX4E0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[otepzablan]

GUSTO KO LANg NAMAN AY... 'DI KO RIN ALAM! -ANG GULO!

GUSTO KO LANg NAMAN AY… ‘DI KO RIN ALAM! -ANG GULO!

Naiipon lahat ng naiisip ko ngayon. Naiinis dahil pa rin  dahil hindi makawala sa nararamdaman ko. Naiiyak, naglalakad ng walang pupuntahan. Gumigising isang tanghali wala namang pinag kaiba noong naraan. INIS Halos dalawang linggo nang tumatagal ang application ko sa punyetang SUN CELLULAR na ‘yan para sa mobile postpaid. Naka anim na tawag na ako sa hotline nila pero wala namang naitutulong…

[jamesepp]

My love for Korean food like samgyeop korean barbecue and also my sisters know no bounds. We will do anything and travel to satisfy our cravings. Last time, my sisters Jaya and Mae invited me to eat a late lunch - dinner at #samgyeopmasarap Korean Restaurant located at @smcity_stamesa. Yes, late na ang lunch namin at dinner nadin siya... I can say the decor was simple and bright, which is what originally drew my attention. The variety of meats/protiens get my second attention. It's well marinated and tasty... The service is nice and the staff is very friendly and approachable. So guys, if nag craving ka sa unlimited korean BBQ without having to go all the way to Korea hehehe, try @samgyeopsmnorth Thank you so much @ayamarie.97 and @_loveminmin for the bonding #samgyupsal #samgyeopsal #koreanfood #koreanbarbecue #foodtrip #foodie #FoodPorn #foodgram #instafood #barbecue #KaonTaNaimasPh #KaonTa #foodgasm #foodblogger #foodforfoodies (at SM City Sta. Mesa) https://www.instagram.com/p/CoAGBNgJbit/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[hanamargarita]

Ooops I did it again 🎶 #FullyVaccinated #SINOVAXXED (at SM City Sta. Mesa) https://www.instagram.com/p/CRqTiWSp6IY/?utm_medium=tumblr

[itscarlawthac]

PLE Adventure

This is a blog entry to help PLE takers studying for the boards.

It is in the mindset. That powerful thinking that you will pass and so does your whole batch. I was very lucky to pass the PLE September 2019 together with my batchmates. We got that elusive 100%, we were ranked 1st together with Cebu Institute of Medicine and Ateneo School of Medicine and Public Health. It was that idea of “No One Being Left Behind” and that mantra at the beginning of your review, will help each one of you. You will pull each other up, push each other to their limits and together you will all emerge victorious because you were in it to win it, TOGETHER.

First things first. How will you go about the studying process? Of course, you need a plan. My plan was of course is getting a slot from Topnotch Medical Review coz everyone is saying that they are the best. They have the highest percentile of passers. Plus, my boyfriend also suggested that to me. Knowing how he does not like studying and yet he passed, speaks volumes haha so choose well. You may opt to study on your own (I have batchmates who did), go with your medical school’s review (we had a refresher but I did not go) or other review centers (UST and Cracking the Boards). But for me, why risk it? This is not the NMAT where I could risk getting a low score (I studied by myself). This is it. It is now or never. Failure is not an option for me. I have been very lucky for every major examination I took (MaSci entrance exam, UPCAT, ACET, USTET, DLSUET, PLM CAT, NMAT) I have always passed. And for this exam, I could not rely on luck alone. I need a solid strategy and Topnotch did strategize well for all of us.

I enrolled in Topnotch and realized that there are a lot of good teachers out there. Different strategies being used in different medical schools. Different materials for studying. Different learning styles and teaching styles. I was amazed. My 2 day surgery lecture by Dr. Loubomir Antonio was enough to cram all 2 years of medschool surgery! The Anatomy lectures of Dr. Vibar were so helpful and organized! Biochemistry became easier and understandable because of THE Ronibats! And my favorite was Ian De Vera’s pedia lecture. The teachers were so good and they imported only the best from different schools. Listen and don’t take the lectures for granted even if you hear poor reviews from other classes! Attend and show up! They are high yield!

I rented a condo at San Juan together with 3 roomies from UERM (recommended by my college friend). They were so dedicated in studying so I was motivated! We did not chat much but instead focused on studying. I think that also helped because less distraction. I walk for 5 minutes to go to the lecture proper. We start at around 8am per session and usually finish by 7pm or depending on the schedule. The schedule was very flexible so you cannot really plot a definite plan. 

MY ROUTINE (Lecture Days): Wake up at 5am, fast shower, fast breakfast + prepare food for class, walk to the lecture place (arrive an hour before so that I can get good seats) then take morning coffee courtesy of topnotch, LECTURE, go home/grocery, dinner, answer 1 chapter of Robbins Pathology (3 hours), re-read lecture for the day til around 2am x repeat til cramming fest. aka PEARLS.

MY ROUTINE (Rest Days): Wake up at 10am, shower, STUDY, eat while STUDYING, sleep at 4am then repeat. Just read and read and read. That is all that is asked of you during these months. You focus and study so that you won’t be that person who won’t be happy at the wee hours of the morning when they release the list of passers. You study so you will have a face to show to your alma mater. So that you can attend the Thanksgiving mass. So that you can have your face placed in a tarpaulin. You study, and you study hard and smart.

Quality Time: Sometimes, I do go on study dates because my boyfriend would surprise me by coming all the way from Manila during weekdays! We go to Rob Mag or to the nearby cafe to study. He would then bring me back to the condo and he will be on duty the next day. That’s how we maintained our relationship for almost 2 months. He was preparing for his Residency In Service Exam while I prepare for the boards. *see my IG stories for my board dates hihi* My parents were very supportive as well. They visited me every week and we would go to different churches (Sta Clara, St Jude, Manaoag) and eat at Rob Mag or SM Sta Mesa whenever I need unwinding aka near breakdown. Because I swear there were moments where I would literally just cry and sulk. They would go to my condo ASAP whenever this would happen and for that I am very thankful to have the most supportive parents and boyfriend. Whenever I am in LP, my bestie would also join me to study. 

My resources: Topnotch reviewers (read it around 2-3x first reading for highlighting and fast reading, 2nd during the lecture, third reading for focused review), Robbins Review of Pathology (answer then check the rationale at the back), USMLE (to fully grasp the correlation between the anatomy, physiology, pathology, pharmacology per system it is discussed in such a way that you would understand it better), IM Platinum (fast checking), Surgery Platinum, Legal Med Question Bank (during mini breaks), FM Platinum, PLM OB transes (best transes!).

At about a week before the actual exam, I went home to Las Pinas to focus so everyday I would go out and study at the nearby Starbs (which is my go to place here in LP). I would start at 10am until 8pm then continue cramming at home. By this time I am already reading the Pearls Handout and Q&As. My clerkship group would hold Q&A nights where anyone would ask questions and anyone could answer. It was our way to support each other and to check on what we might have missed that seemed important to others.

Topnotch would also coach you on how to properly answer the questions plus feed you and give you motivation. They won’t give you leakages but they promise to take care of you so that you won’t think of anything else but to study. 

Board Exam things to bring: your Notice of Admission, Mongol pencils, Stabilo/Staedtler eraser, Ballpoint pen, snacks aka empanada and candies and water, reviewers (for peace of mind when you check answers haha I know it’s not healthy but well...), clear envelope (1 big, 1 small -- trust me!), fan, paracetamol.

So there you have it, my sort of guide and story telling of my boards experience. If you want to ask me for specifics, you can message me here! Remember that this is the last hurdle before you reach your dreams (although residency is so tough!). Pass the boards and you will have the freedom to do as you desire. May it be pursuing residency, work as Doctor to the Barrio, go moonlighting, or starting a family, when you get that MD after your name for real, you can be anyone you want.

That’s it for now. I’ll go on duty in a few hours. Keep safe. Wear masks.

[sweetdaff13]

After 3 stressful months of lockdown, pampering ourselvea is a good thing. Thanks for free facial treatment @kedma_official (at SM City Sta. Mesa) https://www.instagram.com/p/CB2kZ1Rncdk/?igshid=1n7aqj8id9z7n