In Search of the Perfect Center Table – Week One
This week, my aggressive pursuit for the perfect center table was not that prolific. Although there were probably 3 pieces that caught my fancy, there is just no instant connection I felt with them (I am not talking about my recent dates, really). Most of the tables are smaller than what I wanted or too big, or too brown for that matter. Some are too bizarre for my own taste.
At first I thought I have decided and scored well in my search for my center table by spotting an inspirational piece online (http://static.flickr.com/82/237007227_391e230921_o.jpg). Based from my research from the web, the orange table is a Bo Concept design original. Since I am 5 minutes away from Ayala Center in Makati, I decided to visit the shop to check if they have the piece.
I was greeted by an overly friendly store attendant with an infectious smile and two rounded big eyes - she reminds me a lot of Betty Boop. When I showed her a print out of my purpose, she regretfully relayed the message that their branch does not sell the unit. But she was very courteous to disclose the price based on their catalogue.
When Betty Boop revealed the price, I saw stars circling from the sides of my eyes. It was like Hulk Hogan head butted me inside the WWF ring - no mercy knockout!
I left the store and told myself, "Eric, it is so not for you".
Next stop, a not-so-posh-mall strategically interconnected to Glorietta 2 (decided not reveal the name because of the story you are about to read). I guess it's worth checking because a close friend told me that their furniture and home décor have come a long way - from the usual plastic and poorly laminated table top they used to offer.
I strolled along the vast displays of wooden pieces and saw an interesting center table lying so intimidated next to a humongous console table.
"Miss, do you have this table in black?" I politely inquired from the saleslady.
And what do I get in return for being proper?
"Wala! Kung ano lang meron jan yun yun! (We don't have it! What you see there is everything we've got!)
Honestly, I do not understand what just happened there. Talk about rudeness. Earlier it was Betty Boop and now Godzilla! Who's next, Kuya Germs?
The saleslady's name is Jhennah. Yes, she spells her name with all the H's in the world. So if you happen to see her on shift, keep your distance, she might throw a fit and fling tables at random passers-by.
I left the mall after that spiteful experience.
Next stop this coming week, TriNoma along EDSA - where for sure people there speak a humane language.
To be continued...
Eric Salterio Capacia, Data Analyst
This 33-year old Arian started writing full sports articles several years ago, covering mostly tennis competitions. But it was his love for colors and balance that brought him to Home Decor blogging.
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Papang | Mar 23rd 2009 6:26AM
hahaha. i love the godzilla and waiting for kuya germs part. what was your reaction then? didn't you even call the superior's attention regarding the lady's attitude? anyway, i had a healthy laugh while reading this. just what i needed to start the day.
Oliver Sangalang | Mar 23rd 2009 6:11AM
I just love your article! I also love the way you narrated the whole table search episode. :)
Polin | Mar 21st 2009 9:17AM
your the best...love this blog very you...hehehe..hopeful to hear more from you but this time the one thing we love the most TENNIS...=)