As I mentioned in an earlier post, my Fitbit died. And so did my back-up. Both displayed the same symptoms, the batteries refuse to retain a charge. Since I bought them both in Korea, pursuing a warranty remedy is out of the question. So, I begin my quest to purchase a replacement.

A quick online search showed several places where you can order and have them shipped. I’m not comfortable with that option given the transient nature of my housing situation (and the fact that I don’t know my address). So, I looked for retail outlets. At first it seemed I’d have to go to the mall in Angeles City, but then I saw something saying that a place called Tony’s Sport carried them and their webpage indicated a store right here in Olongapo at Harbor Point Mall.

So, I hopped into a Jeepney and made my way to the Subic Bay Freeport Zone (the old Navy base) then hoofed it over to the mall (about a kilometer away). Got to the mall and asked where I might find Tony’s and was told “oh, they closed in 2016:.” WTF? Anyway, I took a deep breath, relaxed, and accepted the Filipino way. Then I walked over to another nearby mall (SM) and had no luck there either. Walked back to the Jeepney stop and came home.

And here I sit with no Fitbit. Maybe I’ll head to Angeles this weekend.

I’ve got the Hash this afternoon so that will be good I hope, even if the steps go unaccounted for. I can actually gauge my step count by time as I consistently have a 7,000 step per hour pace. Still want my Fitbit though!

From this morning’s Fitbitless beach walk…

During which I popped into the Arizona Beach Resort and enjoyed their All-American breakfast. Why wouldn’t I? I’m an All-American boy! And I limited myself to one slice of toast and one taste of hash browns. Still gotta watch those carbs!

Alright then, time to get dressed for today’s Hash…

Our drinking club with a running problem!

Well, I was going to end this post with a joke about time travel. But no one thought it was funny. (Ahem)