Independence Day 2010

June 12 commemorates the beginning of the first Philippine Republic. yay! it's just so sad that some Filipinos don't value this day too much. Oh yeah! everybody's looking forward for the day but the thing is, they're looking forward for the holiday. A day of no work, no school, big sales, shopping spree and hang-outs. Sad but true.

Here's my Independence day tribute. lol.

my room welcoming flag and my PROUD PINOY bag from kultura

love my phones.

the ninoy-cory edition of myphone and my P1 (Philippine flag is actually a personal touch)

SOARING LIKE AN EAGLE! GO PINOY!!!

WOW PHILIPPINES!

i uber love Philippines. I am born Filipino.

And definitely PROUD to be PINOY!

Philippines has 7,107 islands with numerous enthrallings spots to be explored. So many beautiful places to visit. So many people to meet. So many things to do. Tourists and locals will never run out of options. I do have this ultimate dream of travelling all over the country. By all means, i will do that. Soon. But for now, I would like to show you some pictures of the places i have been to so far. Trust me, going to these places will surely prove that Philippines is truly the "Pearl of the Orient Seas".

Tara! Byahe Tayo!

hope you all enjoyed our short trip to the Philippines. Some places were not posted due to unlocated photos though.

Here's a list of my TOP 5 fave destinations

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1. SIARGAO. the surfing capital of the Philippines. quite far but trust me, the long hours of travel is definitely worth it.

2. VIGAN. the heritage city. ancestral houses. old churches. Chavit Singson's Baluarte. no reason to get bored.

3. PAGUDPUD. i actually haven't stayed in the place for hours. we just dropped by blue lagoon to check it. but i should say the beach is cool. fine white sand and clear water.

4. PLANTATION BAY. superb. great food. complete amenities. super nice place. i soooo can stay in this place for months. lol.

5. DAVAO. there's no place like home. i would not be a loyal Dabawenya if i'll ditch my city off the list. lol. safe place plus smoke-free, thanks to the Dutertes. nice beaches. good food. value for money. pearl farm. kadayawan festival. name it, we have it. except for the party til morning thingy. blame it on the liquor ban. lol.

Top 5 places i really want to go to (soon)

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1. PALAWAN.

2. BORACAY

3. CAMARINES SUR

4. HUNDRED ISLANDS

5. ANAWANGIN COVE

Actually, i have a lot of places in mind. honestly too hard to choose only 5 .

TARA NA! BYAHE TAYO! nang makatulong kahit pano sa pagunlad ng kabuhayan ng ating mga kababayan. HALIKA BYAHE TAYO nang ating makita ang ganda ng Pilipinas, ang galing ng PILIPINO!

WOW PHILIPPINES!

ONE WAY JESUS

first heard this song during my 2nd SFC session last friday. super nice! good thing they have it on youtube.. yay! i so love the lyrics and the beat... so excited to share it..

TWO FIRSTS on May 10, 2010. Monday..

such an exciting day. had my first cord care experience ever. saw everything from labor to delivery. now i know how hard it is to be a mom. LUV YOU MAMA.

ROCK ON BABY GIRL. ROCK ON MOMMY.

(thanks to her mommy for letting me take her picture)

had my first electronic voting experience. got there at 4:30pm.. finished everything at 9:05pm.. literally fell asleep while waiting.. but i don't really mind.. guess that's the best thing i can do, patiently wait.. it's just a little sacrifice anyways..

PICTURE! PICTURE!

heard this song from a friend's FB wall .. COOL..

PICTURE! PICTURE!

love thy self ayt?! LOL

ZIPPED

i am zipping my mouth.

i am disappointed.

i just realized i have said too much.

my story, my own business.

but everybody's updated.

my fault. blame accepted.

i can't please everybody, that's a fact.

don't want to make any further damage.

i'm finally shutting my mouth.

only God knows 'til when.

wish me luck on this!

Love this Pain

it's just an on again and off again situation It's a striking match a tank of gas combination But here i am again lighting it up knowing that he'll just burn me It's like i love this pain a little too much Love my heart all busted up Something bout him we just dont work but i can't walk away It's like i love this pain It's like i love this life when nothing's right yeah something's wrong It's like i'm just not me if i can't be a sad, sad song

RICAFI: Rainbow Intervention Center for Autism

I can't possibly go on outreach programs like Angelina Jolie. How i wish i can. I can't possibly go to places and help others with the limited resources i have. I don't have the money, i don't have the means. My willingness is not enough and that's a fact. It has been my life-long dream to somewhat touch other people's lives and make even a little change in this big world. And now, i think my little act of letting other people know about how they can help others can be a good start.

RICAFI. Rainbow Intervention Center for Autism Foundation, Inc.

132 Fatima St. Jacinto, Davao City

As the name implies, RICAFI is a place for special children. The school aims to give hope to children with autism and to their parents, hence, the name RAINBOW. It is owned and operated by parents with autistic children and offers individualized programs.

VISION: Children with autism are able to achieve a level of independence and self-reliance so they can become productive and socially accepted members of the society and community.

MISSION: Appropriate and affordable education and behavioral programs and services for children with autism and their families in Davao City.

Spending time with these kids is definitely a life-changing experience for me. I realized how noble and fulfilling a teacher's life is. I actually envy RICAFI's teachers who display lots of patience and pure motherly-love towards these special kids just to enable them to achieve their full potential. I salute all those parents who have not given up on loving, caring and supporting their kids. I know it is not easy and it takes a lot of courage to go on and be with their kids in this life-long journey. Every day is a new challenge. Every single day gives hope. And there's no reason to ever give up.

We can all help these special kids in our own little ways. These children need our support. Feel free contact the school for inquiries at TEL. NO.: (082) 305-4265 ; (63)9193274952.