A compilation of text messages from delivery riders to online shoppers has amused Filipinos online.
On Monday, December 22, a Facebook user shared screenshots of messages from riders notifying shoppers that their parcels were on the way or had already been delivered.
Some of the messages showcased the riders’ quirky personalities, particularly when they were familiar with the recipients.
“Sometimes, you just gotta read your parcel delivery drivers’ texts and go on with your day,” a post said.
“Hindi lang dapat ako ‘yung natatawa here,” the Facebook user who shared the screenshots in a group said.
Examples of the riders’ messages include the following:
“Iniwan ko na ma’am sa guard, GCash mo na lang o ipo-post kita sa FB.”
“Ading, may parcel ka. Baka gusto mo sumagot.”
“Ma’am, Shopee po, dito na po ko house niyo. Cancel na daw po order niyo, galit na po lola niyo.”
“Ma’am, hinagis ko po ‘yung parcel mo sa taas ng sirang washing machine.”
“Iwan ko na lang dun sa bahay niyo, tapon ko na lang.”
“Iniwan ko na sa may halaman . Malanggam, sir.”
More screenshots can be viewed through this link.
The post has since garnered 6,300 reactions, over 880 shares and nearly 70 comments from Filipinos.
“Hahahahaha, ‘yung akin, matik na. May rider din ako dati na nagtatanong ano oras online class ko para after nun, saka niya dadalhin para daw ‘di ako maistorbo,” a Facebook user wrote.
“Akala ko ang weird ko kasi ipinapaiwan ko sa loob ng washing machine namin ‘yung parcel. Madami din pala dito,” another commented.
“ANG LAUF [LAUGH] KO,” a different Pinoy wrote, adding a laughing cat sticker.
While online shopping has existed for years, it became particularly popular among Filipinos during the COVID-19 pandemic, when lockdowns made it difficult for people to shop in person.
Many turned to platforms like Lazada, Shopee and TikTok Shop to purchase products, which are then delivered to their homes by courier services. Riders assigned to specific areas handle the deliveries.
Shoppers usually receive automated text messages notifying them of their parcels’ arrival, especially for “Cash on Delivery” orders, to ensure someone is present to receive the item.
Some riders also send personal messages to recipients if they are not home, letting them know that the parcel has already been delivered.
