One D.I.Y. hobbyist brought his power tools to install
organizers. One sculptor/ engineer transformed whatever he spotted as discards
into a multi-media art work. The kitchen was refurnished with more cooking equipment to
be more practical.
Additional used outdoors and kitchen accessories were
donated to improve functionality. Sound system was calibrated for enhanced sounds. Online
SMART TV was connected to link the outdoors with YouTube concerts.
Eventually, the mancave meant to be just a recluse from
day-to-day chores turned into a social hub for professionals and students
operating and studying within the vicinity.
Provisions for food and drinks were maintained for the unannounced
visits, whether on sunny or rainy days, day or night even up to early mornings.
Guests strike conversations. Frustrated chefs cook up hot
meals. Compulsive for cleanliness frequenters clear the tables, sort and dispose garbage and manually dish wash the
plates and glasses. Regardless of contributed functions, all tell their stores.
All also stay for the company and the positive experience of the place and the
gathering.
The recent gathering closed with BBC Concert Tears for Fears’ 1985 pop song “Welcome to your life!” What perhaps is a more appropriate closing is Jim Reeves’ 1963 ballad "Welcome
to my World!” . . . won't you come on in/ miracles I guess still happen/ now and then
step into my heart/ leave your cares behind/ welcome to my world built with you
in mind”
It is no longer mine as there are now shared holders. Welcome to my world with you in mind. Leave your cares behind. Tuloy po kayo. Magdala rin ng toka!
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