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The Loved One - Netflix

The Loved One - Netflix

Just finished watching via Netflix.

Here's my take:

Story: Clean. Simple. Straightforward

Actors: Rosales pulled the acting, Anne, on the other hand, noticed that she's not for drama but she's good with the her character as Ellie (she's at her best when she portrays as a playful girl)

Plot: Something familiar, not something unique but everyone could relate since basic elements were used.

The movie isn't that bad and could not say good - in the middle.

There were scenes which reminded me of Amelie (french movie); the motorcycle scene and Anne's hair.

Rating: 3.5/5

u/InstaCafe — 8 hours ago

Clean to Dirty Massage

Disclaimer: Long read

I’ve always held this massage place in high regard because their deep tissue service really suits my body’s needs. On top of that, they gave me a loyalty card — a perk I appreciate and a reason to keep coming back.

I returned because the deep tissue massage was excellent, exactly what I need to reset before starting a new work week. From their advertising — highlighting their facilities, services, and even a promo of a free one-hour massage if you bring two people — you get the impression that they are very customer-focused.

During my recent visit, however, things took an unexpected turn. When the therapist asked me to flip over to continue the routine on my front, I felt him deliberately caressing my private area, which led to a slight arousal. He then removed the eye cover and whispered if I wanted “release.” I knew this wasn’t part of the service I booked, so out of curiosity I asked if he was offering an “extra service.” He confirmed, but I declined, telling him it wasn’t my intention and I didn’t have the budget. I mentioned I’d only give a tip of 100 pesos. He then suggested that next time I return, I should ask for him by name to avail of his extra service.

This was disappointing. It seems management hasn’t firmly instructed their therapists not to offer such services, or perhaps this is simply the behavior of certain therapist. Comparing this to my first visit, the deep tissue massage was professional, satisfying, and without any inappropriate offers.

  1. I won’t name the therapist because I don’t want him to lose his job, though I can’t deny feeling saddened that a place I thought was a hidden gem would allow this kind of practice.

  2. There are no signs inside the massage rooms prohibiting indecent proposals or extra services.

  3. I didn’t expect a zen-inspired massage parlor to be associated with such offers.

Will I come back? Possibly — but only for the deep tissue massage, and definitely not with the same therapist. I’d prefer the one I had during my first visit.

Will I recommend it to others? No.

I know they’re new to the business, and I don’t want to ruin their reputation. But if this happens again, I’ll have no choice but to call them out.

They currently have branches in Alabang, Baclaran, Parañaque, and Tagaytay. Their logo is green, featuring two hands with stones, and their name is derived from a Japanese word meaning “nature,” “natural,” or “spontaneous.”

DM me, I could whisper the name of the massage parlor.

Thank you for reading.

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u/InstaCafe — 3 days ago
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Lawson's Baked Delight Brookies

Not sure if it has been a viral na but the chocolate variant is SOOOO DAMN GOOD for only 55 pesos, AS IN!! Checked Tiktok after devouring kasi sabi ko for sure meron ng nagpost nito sa sobrang sulit, there were few posts na nga and we all share the same sentiments.. Will try matcha naman the next time I visit..

Comment kayo if you have tried.. Promise, it will not disappoint..

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u/InstaCafe — 4 days ago

Price: Too expensive with its time of 60 mins
Verdict: Not recommended, waste of money, spend your time sa wet area or touch yourself for you to release

Recommendation:

👎👎👎👎👎

(The Explorer by 27Shaw is still the top notch)

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u/InstaCafe — 7 days ago

Was there last night, around 1:30 AM, noticed that they already turned off the machine/ motor sa steam area which doesn't create heat anymore, ako lang ba ito pero ANG LANSA ng amoy pag turned off na ang motor, smells like may hinasangan na isda, like TF!

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u/InstaCafe — 11 days ago

Saw this few years back and happy that it's already available on Netflix.. also one of the reasons why I visited Zamboanga last year..

Give this film a try, super worth it!

u/InstaCafe — 12 days ago

Unforgettable Korean Movie for me - one of the bests! If I'm not mistaken, dito ginaya ang storyline ng Moments of Love (Issa and Ding Dong)

Hollywood had its remake as well, The Lake House..

u/InstaCafe — 12 days ago

One of the best Korean Movies back then nung hindi pa uso Netflix — very vivid ng memory ko about its story, top notch!

Marami pa syang kasabay na top notch thriller/ horror in genre back then. Have you seen this as well?

u/InstaCafe — 12 days ago

Planning to visit R Wellness tomorrow for their wet area for an experience, since I have heard na sister company nya ang 4South, couple of questions:

are they also screening customers?

If they do, samd script din ba na "sold out" or may private event?

DM me for more friendly tips or comment down below.

Thank you!

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u/InstaCafe — 13 days ago

What to expect kaya since it will be my second try sa The Explorer? Meron bang patterns ang mga Theras or kanya kanya silang diskarte? DM me for more sizzling experiences.. TY! :)

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u/InstaCafe — 15 days ago

During the massage, if the Thera is putting your hand sa private parts nila, or pinaparamdam crotch nila during hand massage pwede mo ba hawakan yun? If Yes, pwede mo laruin without having them removed their undies? Like himas himas ganon, will they expect higher TIP?

How much is the acceptable tip for those who have tried? Booked my second The Explorer massage and i wanna know best practices sana..

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u/InstaCafe — 16 days ago