Dec
11

8th Wonder of the World

…or How I Hiked the Toughest Climb of My Life.   A few weeks ago, somewhere close to 28 of us PCVs met in Sagada for a glorious thanksgiving feast. Delicious, wonderful, tasty. This post is not about that. But it is about the trip I took the day after, into Ifugao, the next mountain… Continue reading »

Jun
26

Redemption in the Rain

Not everything about rainy season is bad. There are beautiful moments that come from every rain shower. Let the rain kiss you. Let the rain beat upon your head with silver liquid drops. Let the rain sing you a lullaby. ~Langston Hughes Tell me how many beads there are In a silver chain Of evening… Continue reading »

Apr
10

Moriones Festival, Marinduque

Holy Week and Easter is one of my favorite times in the Catholic Church’s liturgical calendar. From traditions like washing the feet of 12 parishioners during the Holy Thursday Mass, to walking the Stations of the Cross, to the solemnity of the Good Friday service, there is something about the familiarity of the rituals, old… Continue reading »

Jan
16

When Waking Up in the Morning is All Worth It

So I just moved into my new place yesterday. I have a beautiful view just outside my veranda. I woke up early this morning so I could watch the sunrise and enjoy a nice cup of coffee (well…Nescafe 3-in-1 instant coffee at least). It was also lucky that I chose to get up early because… Continue reading »

Dec
29

Oh 2011!

Oh 2011, what a year you have been!   I still remember two years back how much I felt the urge to travel abroad and serve others. I kept talking about it continuously, especially to one of my friends who was kind enough to listen patiently to my endless ramblings. Finally one day after another… Continue reading »

Dec
20

A PC Moment

Twice a week I go to the local public high schools to help with one of my NGOs programs for youth. It is an after school club to teach various life skills and values to the teens. I’ve been working with one of my co-workers to find activities, challenge games, and initiative games for each… Continue reading »

May
31

Music Inspiration

I love Colbie Caillat. Her voice is so relaxed and beautiful. Everytime she sings it makes me think of a relaxing day, sitting on the beach and playing guitar. She inspires me and I hope one day to be like her.

Sep
02

The List

I’ve been thinking a lot lately about what I’d like to do with my life.  I don’t have it all figured out but there’s always the little (sometimes silly) things I want to do. You know those stupid things you might never do but think it would be fun to imagine anyway…like opening up a cupcake shop… Continue reading »