tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15488929059914025562024-03-19T18:42:55.948+08:00I wonder. I get lost. I wander.elainespillsithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01180838322754885978noreply@blogger.comBlogger31125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1548892905991402556.post-61010497240152415122012-11-17T19:33:00.001+08:002012-11-25T18:40:00.786+08:00Ilocos Sur: Pagsanaan beach<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Just few minutes away from Magsingal's public market lies their pride -- Magsingal's Pagsanaan. Although it's not as breathtaking as the fame Philippine beaches, it still is something to look forward to in case you want a short ride and an affordable place. Since Magsingal is small town (not saying this with conviction), one can stroll around it without worrying of lacking the time. It's pretty obvious reality though, that this town is no popular to you, or to many, but Magsingal has beauty which will surprise you. It has three beaches namely Bantay Boneng, Pagsanaan, and Miramar; and I've come across a site saying there's also a <i>batis</i> or a stream in the town. Surely, these are<i> </i>the benefit of being an island country, and the benefit of being near South China Sea. Two of which I've seen: Pagsanaan and Bantay Boneng. Now I'll bombard you with photos I took.</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Just learned that the water will be a bit brown after the rain</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">From Vigan ride a mini bus going to Magsingal town. It will only take 15-20 minutes ride. Ask the driver to drop you on Magsingal market and hail a tricycle from there. And it's another 15-minute ride going to Pagsanaan beach.</span>elainespillsithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01180838322754885978noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1548892905991402556.post-68141488836862292732012-09-18T18:29:00.000+08:002012-09-21T13:43:16.711+08:00Magsingal, Ilocos Sur<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Since my cousins celebrated their Thanksgiving in Magsingal, I grabbed the chance of taking photos of my Father's hometown. Back in Manila, I've already "arranged" my itinerary for the coming days in Ilocos (I planned to stay longer than 3 days) so I can go over the town more and do a little history taking. Unluckily, my family didn't allow me to stay so I'll just give credits to Google for taking over what I should have known there.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Magsingal gets its word from an Ilocano term<i> <span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Managsinggal, </span></span></i><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">which surprisingly, means "wanderer". The term was a nature of <i>Itnegs </i>or <i>Tingguians, </i>who migrated in the place some time 200 to 300 years before Spanish Era. In time, it underwent some changes, thus the current name is. Source: <a href="http://www.ilocandiarealtor.com/information/geography/magsingal.html">IlocandiaRealtor</a> </span></span></span></span></div>
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term as well, which means "to be moved". Whichever of the two is the real one, I get that feeling that these two words imply the same.</span></span></span></span></div>
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comes their very own, Church of St. William The Hermit (Parish Church of
San Guillermo de Aquitania). It is also classified as Baroque style and
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antique wooden altar. Sorry, though. The church was closed that<span style="font-size: small;"> time, leaving me to explore its sides.</span></span><span style="font-size: small;"> Source: <a href="http://ilocossur.islandsphilippines.com/religioussites_ilocossur.php">IlocosSurPH</a></span></span><br />
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<tr align="left"><td class="tr-caption"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Just a few walks from the church is where one finds the town's museum along with its belfry. Didn't take a photo of the museum. It's getting dim and... Anyhow, here is where you can try their version of Emapanada, and eat other street foods. In all honesty, I prefer Magsingal's Empanada rather than Vigan's. That's bias aside.</span></span></td></tr>
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to my Dad, clay pots and other products actually started in Magsingal,
but bloomed in Vigan. This I asked to my Lola who is selling <i>Lusob</i>,
the one being used in making well (the term is famous in their province
which generally refers to clay products). Because my Lola is already
92, and turning 93 this October, it's a challenge getting information
from her. It was fun tough hearing that she knows I'm "interviewing" her.
Naka-sense lang and she still knows that word! Judgmental much? But
seriously, my Lola has a really sharp mind. She can still recall stories, give advices (uh, more of saway and pangaral when it comes to
dressing, being with my age people, and such), listens to radio
and prays everyday! Yeah, she still sells <i>Lusob</i>. Top that! :) I'll make a blog about her for her birthday (and for my other Inang, too, next time.</span></span></td><td class="tr-caption"></td><td class="tr-caption"></td><td class="tr-caption"><br /></td><td class="tr-caption"><br /></td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Okay, what did she say about <i>Lusob</i>? As stated by her, it's
Vigan really where she gets her supplies even before. There were times
when Magsingal people also created clay products, dismally, the place
where they get the clay is too deep, hence the products there didn't
thrive.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Next is Magsingal's public market. Beautiful just like the town hall, isn't? Taking this photo was not on purpose. Was just lucky to passed by here via moving tricycle. Agyaman kami kenka, Apo! :D Translated by Mica. Thanks, Ading! :)</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Look at the photo
closely. I didn't take the shot, neither have I seen it taken. I was
busy roaming around the church while my cousins were busy looking for
food. Btw, it was close to 6 pm when we decide to have a walk outside
the house. Whether this one is real or not, it certainly posed a threat
to us -- or to me. Threat that it might go with me elsewhere. Worse is,
it might come with me in Manila. Ha ha! Well, that's how crazy my
imagination could be. Have to admit too that I was hesitant believing at
first. They could just be goofing around (ako lang kasi nawala sa kanila
ng ilang minutes). But when I think about it, it's really possible:
looking on the time and the place, and my cousin is not that techie and
bully to go through editing a photo. Plus, my brother wasn't around. We even joked on our way home that
the ghost was quite choosy for posing in S3 phone. Nevertheless, no
"Shutter" movie scene happened on Magsingal and so in Manila. Yes!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Too early for November? Is it real or not? See for yourself! :) </span>elainespillsithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01180838322754885978noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1548892905991402556.post-76201405248521038792012-09-15T21:52:00.001+08:002012-09-15T23:22:12.673+08:00Bantay Belfry and St. Augustine Parish Church<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial; color: #454545; line-height: 115%;">My childhood summer(s)
were always almost revolves in Magsingal;<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span></span><span class="yshortcuts"><span style="background-color: white; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial; color: #366388; line-height: 115%;"><span id="lw_1347287573_0" style="cursor: pointer;">Vigan</span></span></span><span style="background-color: white; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial; color: #454545; line-height: 115%;">; or Santo Domingo, Ilocos Sur. Why not just in
one area? The perks of having a family scattered in one province. Since this
post is about Bantay's Church, which is a town adjacent to Vigan, the church
should not be new to me. It was.</span></span><br />
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<span style="background: white;">When I said I spent my summer in Ilocos,
particuarly in Vigan, I meant it to be long vacations. The longest I could stay
was weeks to a month and a half. Basically, I spent my almost entire (2 months)
of elementary and high school vacation there. I can even ditch having Christmas and
New Year's Eve with my family in Manila for my relatives in Ilocos. But this
only happened twice if my memory serves me right. Perhaps that's how I learned
to speak their languange despite someone teaching me, despite not being<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span></span></span><o:p></o:p><span style="background-color: white; color: #454545;">brought up there. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #454545;">So okay, have I seen this Bantay's tower then? Not yet. I've just noticed it in my late HS or early college days. Maybe because we, my cousins, only stroll around the premise of Vigan. Or maybe because I was not so into with historical landmarks yet then. More so, I am happy to say finally.</span></span></div>
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tricycle or calesa will enter either the church's gate along the
highway or gate in front of church. The tent beside the church is where
one registers for a tour guide for the belfry. If you ask me, tour guide
isn't necessary. But they do well in assisting you going through the
top of the bell, they give some of the place history -- and yes, a
little amount won't hurt. In as much as I wanted to share what the tour
guide said, I can't for I was preoccupied going through the church when
my family went upstairs</span></span></span></span></span></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: left;"><br /></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"></td></tr>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #454545; line-height: 115%;"><span style="background: none repeat scroll 0% 0% white;"><span class="apple-converted-space">T<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #454545;">he Belfry and St. Augustine Parish Church are situated on a hilly part of the town. </span></span>The bell tower was built in 1590, and the church was built a year after. <span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Climbing the second floor
of the floor is cemented, but going through the third part, you might
need a help. Stairs are made of wood. You will see then 5 bells: one
huge bell on the center which Manong said is use for ordinary days,
while the 4 remaining represent an occasion (Weddings, Christening,
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #454545;">A few walks from it is where St.
Augustine Parish Church lies. Patroness of Nueva Segovia or Shrine of Our Lady of Charity are the names associated to the Bantay's Church. It was been around since 1951 and </span></span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #454545;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #454545;">was managed then by Augustinian friars. Unfortunately</span></span>, the parish was damaged during
WWII, but was rebuilt in 1950. It is said to be one of the
oldest church in our country. You
can check its history here: <a href="http://philippinesphil.blogspot.com/2011/08/vigan-visit-awesomely-ancient-bantays.html">PhilippinesPhil</a></span></span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #454545;"> </span></span></div>
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other bloggers, the tower, particularly, was made of<span class="st"> bricks, rocks, and mixture of
seashells and sugar cane. Lo and behold. I remember my cousins told me
that St. Paul Cathedral Church in Vigan was made of egg, bricks, rocks,
but mostly eggs. Not sure how true this is. However, knowing people who
live centuries ago can make a church such this is really something else.
I mean, it sure is not very grand, but something that can stand the
test of time is more than grand. 422 years and 421 years, and, and still counting, eh? :)</span></span></span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The first and last time I've been to Manaoag was five years ago. The
visit was brief I can hardly remember what I did then, how the vicinity looks like. I only remember
two spots. The front of the church, where the Shrine of Our Lady of Manaoag is (uh-oh, isn't is everywhere?) and the bench where my family smiled for a photograph. This second visit
should have been more <br />detailed, unfortunately, it's not.<br /> </span><br />
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have taken more considerable photos, but I didn't notice that I'm on totally manual which means the dial is in manual mode and lens is also
in manual focus. For someone who is just learning and without tripod
for support, I find totally manual, challenging. </span><br />
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photos, I thought then my camera was acting up for having blurred shots,
or could be because it wasn't with me for three months so I was messing
up. And so I borrowed two photos from Kuya Ryan. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Very few shots. Only if I knew there's other beautiful views (of
course!), and only if I knew I was on manual focus, I could have that
urge to go around more and not waste some more time trying to make a
sharp shot. Yes, bitter here. Lol, but it's okay. At least I
"discovered" now that there is such thing as manual focus. Now at least I have
better memory of </span><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Manaoag Church</span> (than before). And comes sweet lemon-ing.<br /><br />Oh, but
wait. Next time, I will stay longer. Not only to appreciate its
beauty, but to feel Our Lady of Manaoag's Divine present. :D Not to
mention, to add a touch of history and a bit miraculous story of it. ;)</span><br />
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usual name for cats, is also the way we call ours -- the neighborhood's
cat. How come she doesn't have an owner? That I
am not sure. All I know is she roams around in 3-5 houses in search of
food, but usually stays in 3 of those houses. That in saying, she is a
usual native cat <br /><br />She is what made me realize animals, cats or
dogs for instance, are like human beings in ways. Like her, you cannot
be friends or you cannot make a person comfortable with you unless you
"tame" him/her or "kukunin mo ang kanyang loob". Similar to our
economically challenged Kababayans, <span class="yshortcuts cs4-visible" id="lw_1346936061_0">stray cats</span>,
also beg for survival, sometimes even battle with humans for a cramped
amount of food. They, too, received discrimination -- being kicked or
being beaten, some days with valid reasons, other times just simply they
are what they are. Muning, despite that small quantity of food she have,
still gives it to her kittens given that they all struggle for growth. But what amazed me most, is this
creature affection beyond Mother's love. She adopted and gave milk to
two kittens which are not hers. Who knows a person who do that? An
economically challenged to be exact. Seldom, I guess.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">I remember
this one time I was curious if cats taste spicy foods, and if so,
how will they react to it. What I did then was to put Chili pepper seed
in her food. After seeing her reaction, which seemingly nothing, I put
some more seeds then came a moment when I almost included a small Chili
pepper. Guess what? Her reactions told me there's something
wrong, she only rested for few minutes then later had feast on it. So
then I knew there taste buds are working.<br /><br />I like that she knows
me and
would follow me whenever I go though I have not sheltered or
protected her 24/7. And even I am not an exception to some who "bully"
cats, there still is a space for them -- for Muning in me. Now that
she's gone, for reasons I know not, I hope she is now with our previous
cats, and with her kittens who failed to survive. <br /><br />I
hope she'll forgive my flaws for not fully tending them. I, too, hope
that someday, someone will discover an easy way of spaying animals.
Spaying that won't need operations. Spaying that is affordable. Spaying
that only needs to be sprayed. Not possible? Who knows? After all, our
world isn't only a populace of beings -- our world isn't only for
sparing human race, it's sparing life of all kinds in this unending
expansion.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Yehes! My camera was back (2 weeks already). It's been away from me for 3 months and a half, and I only, surprisingly, used it for less than a month. To those meetings (me as my Uncle's sidekick) and to my super friends, Bes and Jhersey (our getaway), and to our cats: Thank you! I learned and appreciate photography. Lastly, it (cam) being away from me made me research more about its secrets. Surely, I need a lot of learning and experience to complement this inclination I'm getting into. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Yeah, yeah, so as those stuff I just received. Happy especially with the camera bag. I've been eying lately an all weather one that's not too bulky. This he gave is perfect. :)))</span>elainespillsithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01180838322754885978noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1548892905991402556.post-15970858419517920682012-08-29T22:19:00.002+08:002012-09-09T22:33:42.600+08:00Sec. Robredo, the Face of Genuine Politician<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<span style="font-size: small;">It was eleven days already </span><span style="font-size: small;">(Saturday)</span><span style="font-size: small;"> when news about Masbate plane crash broke. I found this when former Senator Dick Gordon tweeted asking
prayers for the safety of our <span class="yshortcuts cs4-visible" id="lw_1346242763_0">DILG Secretary</span>.
Since then-Sen. Gordon's tweets were also posted on his Facebook fan
page, I read comments on his same post. I saw people giving their
prayers and others saying their disappointments on possibilities that
might happen for our good public servant, as they said. I would be
honest that I knew not how our secretary look like then. I still have to
google and after I did, my frustration surfaced in shame of not knowing
some of our Cabinets.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><br />Anyhow, let's shoo away my "innocence."
After which I read people's remarks about Sec. Robredo, I prayed for his
safety and the two pilots. Sunday came, and no news about them
being found. </span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span style="font-size: small;">Just like <a href="http://www.rappler.com/move-ph/10935-robredo-and-why-i-have-high-hopes-on-bicolanos">Amer R. Amor</a>, I at that time would faithfully check news on Twitter and hope they're alive,
read a few hashtags about Sec. and go across some articles. I discovered
how humble he was in spite of the 140 awards and citations he received (not sure if this is usual
amongst politician); how he talked and gave his good luck to a group of students vying for
"quiz bee" of sort without bodyguards (which was I think was unusual for a city Mayor); how he helped his
people and their city whenever typhoons approach, according to Nagueños;
he's the first guy they see sweeping the streets and the last to leave;
how he responded to his people text messages, and his effort to drop by
to any celebration/event that's significant or a simple occasion
(birthday); how he attended to disasters with his usual shorts and
slippers (as testified by those who know him and by this photo);</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">how he
communicated to everyone not looking on economical status; not to
mention, not wanting media to broadcast his works. How did I know
about all this? Thanks to news. With all the testimonies for the Hon.
Robredo, and maybe some which were not known to me and to many, truly, this man did things in humble and sincere and compassionate ways to serve his countrymen.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Last week's waiting was moving -- and, reeling for his loved ones. It also
shook the nation. A lot of us, shed tears for this man, whether we know
him personally or not. Going over news about Sec. Robredo was
overwhelming. It pained me not only with his family's prolonged agony of waiting and the untimely demise of their loving
brother/father/husband, but also for the country's loss for a good man,
no for a great man. It's saddening and unbelievable at the same time for
I was not aware that such soul like that of him is possible.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">In the Holy Mass last Sunday, Father mentioned in his homily that he was
amazed by Sec. Imagine doing a twice or thrice confession in a month?
The last time I made a confession was five months ago, and prior to that
was somehow four years gap. So 2-3 times in a month is a wow for me. As the late Sec. wife said on an interview, </span><i>"I think he was prepared to face the Lord</i><span style="font-size: small;"><i>."</i><br /><br />I
know nothing about the other politician's achievements or stories and so if
some do the same thing Sec. has done. His life may have ended
early but as many have said, he fared his journey well. I can only hope
that there is still someone, rather a lot of citizens, especially politicians,
who have a huge and clean heart alike with Sec. Robredo. Let me add the conversation DBM Sec. Abad and DOF Sec. Purisima had (according to Sec. Abad's eulogy for our late SILG):</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Sec. Purisima:</span> “<i>Pare, mahirap itong nangyari kay Jesse.” </i></div>
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<i></i>Sec. Abad:<i> “Bakit?” </i></div>
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<i></i>Sec. Purisima:<i> “Pare, ‘pag tayo ang namatay at hindi ganito ang reaksyon ng taumbayan,baka sabihing wala tayong ginawa!” </i></div>
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<i></i>Sec. Abad: <i>“Eh ‘di magpa-cremate ka kaagad!”</i><b><i> </i></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">This I pray will be a wake up call for our dear public servants and <strike>to some a slap</strike> to urge them do what NEEDS to be done and not make Politics a business or a retirement stage. </span><a class="twitter-hashtag pretty-link" data-query-source="hashtag_click" dir="ltr" href="https://twitter.com/search/?q=%23SalamatJesse&src=hash"><s></s></a><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">Regarding
questions why good people leave this mundane place earlier, my surmise
for Sec. was perhaps it's time for us Filipinos to continuously check on
our values and set "our standards" for good governance. A lot of people I know have dirty notion for our
goverment, at least I myself as well. Albeit now I believe it is never
too late for Filipinos. It is never too late for our politicians. It is
never too late for the Philippines. We need not a complete change of self,
we only need revisions of our goals -- a conscience that is clean, a heart
that is open.<br /><br />Secretary, as they said, you already fared well in your life. May you also fare well in Our God's grace. Farewell.<br /><br /><i>"Hindi lahat ng matino ay mahusay. At hindi lahat ng mahusay ay matino."</i> - Jesse Robredo</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">P.S. Nearer To My God is really a moving piece. Hon. Robredo and so were the others who had an ill-fate with the water is I think is same as the Titanic tragedy. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">P.S.S. Hats off to Pilot Jessup Bahinting, and to his Nepalese co-pilot </span><span class="st" dir="ltr">Kshitiz Chand, though too young, may he (and three of them) rest in peace.</span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Should you want to watch other Kdramas and this City Hunter, go to this: <a href="http://www.kimchidramas.net/">KimchiDrama</a>.</td></tr>
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Just last month I've been addicted watching Korean movies, and these
guys do have a taste and a say in comes of romance. Yeah, I'm quite a
fan of these sorts. For me, their works are
"little overrated", but real good ones.<br />
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Anyhow, I thought of watching <span class="yshortcuts cs4-visible" id="lw_1343727059_0">Korean drama</span> (Kdrama) even it would mean longer hours of sitting. City
Hunter was just my fourth time to watch foreign Asian episodic/serial.
First was way back Summer of 2002: Meteor Garden. Actors were Taiwanese. I was really into this one! Well, most Filipinos since it was aired in Philippines. <br />
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Next was One Liters of Tears, which
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Third was
Korean drama: My Princess. Sometime Holy Week last year, a TV network aired a marathon of
this, and so because I wanted to catch with other missed scenes, I
decide to watch the whole of it. I loved it, too. Its story seems liking-someone-you-should-hate one.</div>
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While the latest one was also because of
media's influence. What
about the recent? It's an action-drama-comedy-romance. A bunch of
Filipino girls have a crush on the lead actor, Lee Min Ho, since he portrayed the lead role of the Korean version of Meteor Garden.
I didn't watch the remake so I'm spared from the girls who google-s after him -- but not until I watched it. :P</div>
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I like the plot although there are scenes that a bit questionable. The notable ones are: </div>
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1) Some people already seen City Hunter (CH) from a closer view, even the
people who he works with, or he is close with, so how these people do not
recognize his stance and his back is strange. Given that he use a mask, but it doesn't entirely cover his face.<br />
2) When CH had a fight with his Father's
sidekick, there were other two bodyguards. I didn't know where they
came from as for their existence didn't introduce in the first parts;</div>
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3)
How this one guy received an SMS asking him to meet the CH but later on found out that there's not a trace of City Hunter. Then a little while, the guy sent a message to the real CH.
Could it be he knows it's a decoy but still figure to go? </div>
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4) In one critical part where CH didn't
bother phoning emergency when he so needs to; </div>
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5) And
aren't CCTVs working well on there? Or CH is just damn good in changing the
videos after a snap and hacking video their system. </div>
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But hey, I'm not a hater. :D</div>
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I've stumbled on a spoiler comment before watching it, but glad it
didn't ruin the drama. Overall, I loove it! The way they twist the story is really commendable. Two words to describe it: vengeance and love. It reminds me of the a
quote saying, "<span class="text_exposed_show">When a person has something important to protect, that's when they can truly become strong." -- Haku</span></div>
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<span class="text_exposed_show"></span>Oh, the prosecutor is cute, too! <span class="stat_elem"><span class="fbTimelineLogYear"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Lee-Joon-Hyuk/129096847136718?ref=stream">Lee Joon Hyuk</a> </span></span>appearance caught my attention first before <span class="stat_elem"><span class="fbTimelineLogYear"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/OfficialLeeMinho?ref=stream">Lee Minho.</a></span></span> He looks like <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Song_Seung-hun">Song Seung-heon</a><span dir="auto">,</span> lead actor in My Princess. I google-d on that.</div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">I am not such a sucker of horror or thriller films, but I watch a few if someone enticed me to, or if my mood aks for it. Blame it the other day. With the rainy weather (just a while ago), I found myself searching for a different movie genre.</span></div>
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Since I was told to see Wrong Turn 4, I decide to watch its first film released. Our DVD player then didn't last long (only one day!), I watch movies or series, in my pc, so I was forced to see it with headphones -- and with my pillow to brace me.</div>
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If you want to watch a heart-pumping one, this is for you. As I've said, I'm not a fan of this sorts of movie so I cannot fully distinguish yet what's better and what's best. Nonetheless this is a okay. </div>
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The story starts with a group of friends plus the guy they bumped to, who all got lost in the woods. They came across a house in their search for a telephone, and inside it terrified them to see human body parts. When they're about to escape, the house owners arrived... These three guys who have psychological issues, who were up for human food.<br />
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<a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ueAmIdQGvaE&feature=related">Wrong Turn 1</a> - linoo2007mm and the remaining parts here: <a href="http://www.filmlinks4u.net/2011/04/wrong-turn-2003-hindi-dubbed-movie.html">filmlinks4u</a>. The latter link leads you to Hindi translated movie, it's okay. You don't need too much words for thrilling films to understand. </div>elainespillsithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01180838322754885978noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1548892905991402556.post-52688322994884204492012-07-19T00:30:00.000+08:002012-09-24T17:21:09.324+08:00Go Baguio in One Day<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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When a friend of yours told you he/she had a vacation in
Baguio, it would not leave you so <strike>interested </strike>curious. <br />
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Baguio has earned the most visited parts in the country thus named as Summer capital of the Philippines. One can opt to spend a
day or two or some more days here to escape the busy city, especially when sun
is at its best. Since it's a city on top of the mountain, its environment
teem with cool set of air; its pine trees play a major factor to it. <br />
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Baguio for me is like a walk in the park. You can find most of its tourist spots in one
full day. Or if it's possible with your time, you can stroll around in two days and
have better a grasp of it.<br />
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- You can shop your pasalubongs here: souvenir Baguio shirts; jams which come in strawberry, ube; peanut brittle; lengua de gato and
other delicacies; also, walis, which is one of their trademarks; and key chains.<br />
- Have your photo taken with cute St. Bernard dogs. You will have to pay 10
pesos per one shot regardless of the number of people. I think you can
have unlimited shots with different fee. Animal labor? Hmm<br />
- A set of horses with colored hair do the same as with the
dogs.<br />
- But don't worry, the site from the Mine's View is still good and it's free.<br />
- There's also a stand which for costumes rental. Costumes were their ancestors' clothes, the Igorots. Pay 10 pesos with unlimited shots.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif; font-size: small;">Trivia: </span><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif; font-size: small;">"The word "Igorot" is archaic <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tagalog_language" title="Tagalog language">Tagalog</a> for "mountain people". It is derived from the prefix <i>i-</i> ("dweller of") and <i>golot</i> ("mountain range")." Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Igorot_people</span><br />
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- At that time we're there, a folk asked to make a portrait of me. He
didn't ask for money but I insisted. Sabi niya hobby lang niya 'yun. Pero nakakahiya naman kasi. Not sure if it's
his hobby or he wants to start a job. He also drew Elai. If it's
his way of earning or a his hobby, it's okay. Grannies are close to my heart. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="line-height: 115%;"> <span style="font-size: x-small;">But I am not girl in the drawing. :| haha. Btw, in my back you can rent a binocular but we didn't notice it for a lot of people crowding around.</span></span></span></div>
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walks from there is Good Shepherd:<br />
- You can also buy delicacies here. You have to try their version of Ube jam.
According to the locals, it’s one of their best sellers. It’s a good taste, but
I have to say that my Mom’s version of it is better. </span><span style="line-height: 115%;">:)</span></span></div>
<span style="font-family: Wingdings; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">- And this Strawberry Taho, you surely don't want to miss! For only 20 pesos, you'll have a taste of heaven. Lol. I am a fan of soy bean. Be it soy milk, tofu, or taho. Add to that its strawberry syrup -- heaven.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">- Ride a jeepney beside Good Shepherd which will take for barely 5 minutes.<br />-
You can do horseback riding for <a href="http://www.gobaguio.com/baguio-horse-trails.html">300 pesos</a>. Before there's a certain
track where the activity is done, but now I've seen a couple of
horseback riders going around Wright Park vicinity (with a guide, of
course).<br />- Climb the long staircase and it will lead you The Mansion.
Before crossing the road in front of mansion, you can stop by to take some photos in
lagoon or goof around the pine trees (Edward and Bella?) of the Wright Park.<br />- Since The Mansion doesn't allow people inside, you just need to take good memories using your lens.</span></div>
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Next is Botanical Garden. You don't need a ride here. It's just a few
strides from there. You better have your map and ask some locals for
directions.</span><br />
- Sadly, the garden at that time was under renovation. So we didn't have
the chance to see what's inside. Something to look forward next time?<br />
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Then take a cab to Camp John Hay. Fare is around 50-60 php. You will
see some establishments here. From signature shops, to fame food chains
to hotel. Well, it's almost every where in the city, anyway. We
anticipated to see canyons yet failed to see one. We asked some people
where we can find it, but they didn't have valid information. Because
we're really tired at that point and our check out time was nearing, we
decide take some photos and head back to the hotel. Oh, you can also
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- The camp has a vast space. I don't know where we took our exit (PUV waiting
area), but it will give you a good sight of city and mountain
combined. Didn't get some shots for we're already drained. It's
actually better if you put Lourdes Grotto in you itinerary. Kuya Daryl
and Kuya Dino said it's a view and it's a walk. Another steps to heaven? <br />
- Back in the city, you can choose a lot of places to munch. You won't get lost if you give yourself some walks around it. <br />
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We went for our pasalubongs to Burnham Park since it's near where we
stay. Mines View Park, Lourdes Grotto and this one are places to find
stuffs and yummy delicacies. <br />
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Overall, we started our half-day
tour at 8am and ended up at 2pm. We are thankful to have met Kuya Daryl
and Kuya Dino. Though they, too, were vacationists, they managed to be
our tour guides. If it was only the three of us, we would have wasted
our time asking/figuring out directions. We just saved time, effort, and money. <span style="font-size: small;"> </span></div>
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Yes, these guides are free. We also left our things in their room so we
were spared from heavy bags while we accomplishing our last stop. There
in Burnham, we met Ate Sitti and Ate soon-to-be-heiress. I discovered
that we have a good haggle attitude. How two Ates made us happy and how
we made them happy were some of the positive highlights of the trip.
Special thanks to Jhersey.:))</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">I've said it before and will say
it again: Always trust your instincts. It's not just applicable here,
but in daily basis. You don't have to be selfish giving your trust, but
you have to trust yourself more. It's fine to be friendly, just not too
much. Have Him with you not because your in desperate need, make it
anytime. And, and for always... Enjoy! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">So in spite of not having some good parts, this trip we had will always be etched in me. :)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Other places to look forward to:</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">1. <a href="http://www.cityofpines.com/lourdesgrotto.html">Lourdes Grotto</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">2. <a href="http://www.cityofpines.com/catholiccathedral.html">Cathedral Church</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">3. <a href="http://www.cityofpines.com/bellchurch.html">Bell Church</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">4. <a href="http://www.cityofpines.com/lionshead.html">Lion's Head</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">5. </span><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.cityofpines.com/maryknollpark.html">Maryknoll Eco. Sanctuary </a> </span></div>
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif; font-size: small;">6. </span><span style="font-family: FUTURA,HELVETICA; font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.cityofpines.com/publicmarket.html">Public Market </a></span><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif; font-size: small;"> </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif; font-size: small;">7. <a href="http://www.cityofpines.com/aguinaldomuseum.html">Aguinaldo Museum</a> </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif; font-size: small;">Or simply refer to this site: </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif; font-size: small;">- <a href="http://www.cityofpines.com/pma.html">cityofpines</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif; font-size: small;">- And this <a href="http://www.thepinoyexplorer.com/2012/01/asin-road-nature-and-man-made-wonders.html">Asin Road</a> which is so nice. Go see and read the blog. - thepinoyexplorer</span>elainespillsithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01180838322754885978noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1548892905991402556.post-62935454881546433502012-07-18T20:52:00.002+08:002012-09-22T22:19:23.577+08:00Scary Night in Baguio<div style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
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Baguio is 6-7 hours away from Sagada, likewise going from Manila to
Banaue, the road is steep, but the reward your eyes get is amazing. <br />
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The difference I've noticed between Mountain Province (Manila to Sagada)
and Cordillera (Sagada to Baguio) was that the latter have more towns,
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<span style="font-size: small;">It rained midway our destination. If you seldom go to such areas
(just like yours truly), raining in a cliff area with fogs elsewhere
would be a fright. But somehow I was over with my oh-not-again moments.
The perks of laughing with your friends and being on the second row of a
mini bus do.</span><br />
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Baguio welcomed us with small drops of rain at past 3 o'clock pm. Kuya
Mike needed to be back in Manila on that day, so it's the three of us
again. With the aimless people walking around, with no maps nor
people/number to contact to, with the city in front of us, we found
ourselves hitting for another adventure.<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">H</span><span style="font-size: x-small;">ow green would you want it to be?</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Taken also when the bus was moving. Lovely still. CAR is more creative? An hour before Baguio</span></div>
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It was 2005 when I had the chance to see Baguio. It's almost 7 years now. I was with my family then and the directions for me was fuzzy.<br />
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Back when I was reading tips going to Baguio, I run into a site recommending Teacher's Camp as a good place to stay in with economical
rates. If you are fan of Magandang Gabi Bayan (November edition) or any
talk shows featuring hair-raising scenes, Teacher's Camp is familiar to
you. Because my friends and I wanted to experience an extraordinary
fun, we opted to spend a night there.<br />
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It took us a lot of walking, asking for directions, and waiting for a
cab. Btw, one of Baguio's main transportations is fx-like cab. We asked
kuya driver why was it so, he said it was better than the usual cabs going through the hilly city of Baguio. And if you think, it's really much better 'cause one can have a good deal of space. Also, their flag
rate was 5-peso cheaper than in Manila. We asked again why, he told us,
<i>"Kasi po (very polite) di kami gumagamit ng air-con.
Kaso nga lang, kung tutuusin, mas mahal ang gas dito sa Baguio kesa sa
Manila. Kailangan pa kasi i-byahe."</i> So when you ride a cab in Baguio,
make sure to prepare an extra coins. :)<br />
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We also asked kuya driver to tell us stories about Teacher's Camp. It
won't matter if it's a second hand or first hand story, as long as it's
about the place. He has a timid nature hence we didn't acquire data we
expected. Soon, we were already at Teacher's Camp.<br />
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My friends and I approached the first person we met on how we can have a room
in the camp and yes, to tell us stories about it. Too curious? We met Ate. She was
friendly, willing to help us, and also lend us her umbrella. Heading down the
camp I didn't imagine it was that big. <br />
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The only memory I have with this place was when I watched MGB's clip which
showed a wash area of the camp. I didn't bother to go through stories
and photos of it when I had my research for I wanted it a surprise. After
an 8-min to 15-min walk, we then arrived at where we have to spend
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What I've thought before was there would be a place where we can arrange
our accommodation whatsoever. It surprised me that we'll have to stay or
we can we can stay at Ate's house. Although she was friendly, the
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According to </span><a href="http://www.cityofpines.com/" style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><i>www.cityofpines.com</i></a><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">: </span></span><span style="font-family: FUTURA,HELVETICA;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Within the camp are classrooms, dormitories, cottages, dining areas, administrative
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Ate's crib was actually
okay. It's cemented, it has a gate, it's a typical one finds in the city. It should have
comforted me, however the thought of walking in the night in the path we
just traversed was.. uh, scary. There were areas that lights won't
suffice well. My little mind wondered how will we eat, wander at night
and how our night will be without wifi. I can live a day without it, but it felt like that moment we're away in the city (but we were actually in the city. Paradoxical, eh?).<br />
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We went inside. There were two rooms, which I surmise, were really for
guests. One room bigger than the other and there's a lavatory and a
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Ate's two girls (ages from 6-10) were saying that their house <i>now </i>was
better than before -- in terms of ghost. You guess where their house
before was. It's just somewhere behind their current house. According to Ate, <i>"'Wag kayo matakot. 'Yung sa bahay namin 'yung nakakatakot dati. Malala 'yun magparamdam."</i><br />
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The rate they said was 300/head and we haggled it down to 200. It should
really be that, anyway. The room was small. It has 1 double deck and 1
single bed and a big jalousie window. The three of us planned to sleep in
one bed and to share creepy stories all night. We were having fun for
two hours until Jhersey received a message: <i>"Bakit andiyan kayo? Umalis na kayo agad. Dapat lagi kayong may dala na
asin diyan. I'll tell you why when you get out of there. Don't trust
anyone you don't know and never look back."</i> <br />
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Right there, all my senses came alive; my eyes caught a look of terror.
I remember the scary stories I've heard. I remember my cousin's story
about bumping on an old lady in Baguio who asked for coins yet she failed to give some. After some time, she heard her name being called
but found no one calling her. That same story when my cousin had loosen her grip to
her friend's arm, and found a bunch of dead hair in her hands. Dead hair from
nowhere. We hurriedly packed our things, cleaned our mess, and rehearsed our
alibis. <br />
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Jhersey: <i>"Kuya, nagtext po kasi sila sa akin sa bahay. Emergency daw po. Kailangan ko na daw pong umuwi.
Pasensya na po. Babayaran na lang po namin 'yung nagamit namin na oras."</i><br />
Me: <i>"Sayang naman... Sana 'di biglaan 'yung text."</i><br />
Elai: <i>"Saan po ba pwede makasakay ng bus papuntang Manila? Meron pa po kayang biyahe ngayon?"</i><br />
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That kuya doesn't seem so convinced with our acting. Honestly, that guy, I'm not
sure how he's related to Ate, yet it's awkward to have him
around. Don't know why. So we paid half of their rate. It was pitch dark
and our walk way out enthused and spook me at the same time. Eventually, after
reaching the top, I had an incredible feeling of redemption and peace.
Haha.</div>
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The message Jhersey received was like lines from a horror film. It was funny thinking about it now, but if you're on our shoes that time, it's not. But did I follow what was said? Not really. I looked back
and can't help to ask people for directions. I almost even said to the
old folk we met just outside the camp to come with us while we tour the
city at night (he's asking for the camp's rate and direction and he's on
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We took a jeepney, paid 8php and it dropped us to Burnham Park. We
haven't eaten lunch yet so we stopped for some street food though we're
not on the mood to eat. I asked the kuya vendor if he can suggest a
place to stay, he said, <i>"Nagpunta dati 'yung mga pinsan ko dito. Tapos
meron silang natirahan sa likod ng mall (forgot the name). At okay naman ang presyo." </i>Shortly, his friend arrived and told us some
places to go. For some reasons I wanted to ditch off what I was doing.
His friend asked me to just call the number of his relative (they own an
inn), and just like what my friends and I did to the camp, we said
there's an emergency and we just asked for bus station instead.
So it won't hurt him, we get the number he's referring and told we'll call it if
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The search for transient continues. With our backpacks and shoulder bags, we
scrutinized inns/hotels we passed along. The endless walking seemed
forever. Then things settled in... We're lost in Baguio for already
an hour or two. Walking would have not been exhausting if only we're
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Finally, we found a place to stay. Hotel 45 is sandwiched between restaurants. It's a little walk from Mcdo
session road. You'll notice the hotel with its staircase as an entrance, and on the
second floor lies their lobby. The room we had was matrimonial. It has a
comfort room, a television, a fan and 2 different pair of slippers.<br />
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They also include wifi (which you can have good access in their lobby)
and breakfast. All in is around 900-1000 pesos for one day, good for 3
persons. Frankly, I am not aware of differences among lodges, inn,
hotel, hostels, guest house, etc. This place we stayed was made of woods and for me,
it looked like a vintage dormitory. I think it's named such
because it was built way back 1945. With its word hotel, I am not sure why. But they already have other establishment which would give justice to its name. <br />
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As we were resting on the lobby, I chanced on asking one the
vacationists if I can borrow a charger. Haha. I left mine at home.
So there we met Kuya Daryl and Kuya Dino. They shared that if we will be staying for another night, there are a lot of transients along Lourdes Grotto which offers lower rate but same
service as with Hotel 45.<br />
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Around 11 pm, we went back to lobby and google-d on
<a href="http://blog.cathcath.com/the-ghost-at-the-baguio-teachers-camp-baguio-city-4303.html">stories about Teacher's Camp</a> and we're so glad we didn't stay at the camp. All of a sudden I received a message
from my cousin saying that I died in her dream. You have no idea how I
felt that night. From the unsure feeling in Manila, to the ruse we had
in Banaue, to thrilling cave in Sagada, to eerie-finding adventure just awhile ago. Biro
nga ni Jhersey, <i>"Sign na 'yan." </i>Of the finality of what's going to
happen, I have no idea. Although the night didn't go so well, I was grateful I have my Bible, it helped me carry off the bad vibes. Nobody wants their trip to be ruined, anyway. </div>
elainespillsithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01180838322754885978noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1548892905991402556.post-47886871230633278072012-07-15T22:56:00.001+08:002012-07-21T17:09:20.173+08:00Farewell, King of Comedy<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Just like the others, I do not know Dolphy personally, neither had I met
him. I am not sure if I am a fan, but I grew up watching Home Along Da
Riles and sorts of his movies.<i> </i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><i>"Umuuga, lumilindol! Kumapit ka, kumapit ka kung ayaw mong magkabukol!"</i></span><span style="font-size: small;"><br /><br />
Yesterday I watched two of his hundred movies:
</span><span style="font-size: small;"><br />Home Along Da Riles and Home Along Da Riber. He portrays everyman in
almost all of his roles and leave values at the end of the show. Perhaps
that's the way "Pinilakang Tabing" goes before, but how he delivers
makes him unique. His antics and his being spontaneous maybe are only some of the reasons why he was named as King of Comedy. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">I like that he doesn't need to disdain anyone to be funny. I think aside from
sips-coffee-and-pukes-it-after scenes, his another signature was slapping
his co-actor, but still looked funny, professional, and mannish.</span>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Watching <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=57gCxdMw1jY">tributes</a>, <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FUZKctvRSyo">speeches</a>, <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=29iKCKgwyIA&feature=endscreen&NR=1">eulogy</a>; and <a href="http://www.interaksyon.com/article/37089/dolphy-a-true-story">reading news about Dolphy </a>moved me. It's not new to Filipinos to be family-oriented,
tender-loving-care persons, that's why watching a loss of someone, be it
we personally know him/her or not is but a heartbreak. Again, I don't know Dolphy, however seeing a lot of people testify about
his humility and generosity, makes me feel like I know him as well. </span><span style="font-size: small;">My hat's off to artists who help people silently and need not media nor public to show it off. </span><span style="font-size: small;"><br /><br />
Also, I just want to share that I know someone, who is close to my family's heart who
can attest to Dolphy's compassion. It's my Amang. My Mom's father. He
worked in barbershop where Dolphy have his hair cut then. According to
my mother and aunties, Amang was the barber of Dolphy (I'm not sure
though how often was this). Mama even said whenever Amang renders a
service to Dolphy, he would come home with a smile on his face. Thanks
to the tip Dolphy gave. Inasmuch as I would love to share their photo
together, I can't find it.
When I do -- hopefully, I'll update this post.
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I read last night from Wikipedia that Dolphy was the one who discovered
<a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Babalu_%28comedian%29">Babalu to do showbiz</a> (He doesn't look on status of the people. One more time, according to the people who know him personally). Babalu then was the driver of Panchito. My
Amang and Babalu were just few of the stories of his big heart.
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I didn't grow up with Lolo (Dad's father) or Amang by my side, both of
them died before I reached toddler. So Dolphy was like a Lolo figure to
me.
</span><span style="font-size: small;">As Eric Quizon said, "Heaven is [now] a happier place." I hope Dolphy is
now with my Amang and my Lolo and my Lola Ining and all of the late comedians.</span><span style="font-size: small;"><br /><br />
I am lucky to be one the kids of 90's. I had the chance to witness the
transition of Pinoy Entertainment somehow: situation comedy to [heavy]
drama to reality shows. To all those Filipino artists who were once the
reason their kababayans smile and laugh -- Thank you.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Aside from <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BOI9zB9YoOg">Zsa Zsa singing Through The Years</a> and <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Ouayh2rJcw&feature=relmfu">Rap Salazar's You Raise Me Up</a>, <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ImzvrtjHdo&feature=related">Lift Up Your Hands by Basil Valdez</a>, and this To Where You Are version of Jed Madela is really touching.</span>
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<span style="font-size: small;">It was a drizzling afternoon when we arrived in Sagada. I included
umbrellas in my bag while I was back home packing, but since it would
make my bag heavier, I abandoned to bring it. Luckily, Sagada's Municipal Hall was only steps away. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">I saw a man who looks familiar upon heading their municipal. Ah! He's
the Filipino guy (all of the other tourist there were foreigners) we
saw in the place where we ate in Banaue. But why was he not with us in
the van was my bubble thought. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">He was just done talking to other Filipino tourists (there were also
foreigners) when my friends and I approached him. This was the
conversation we had:</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Kami: "Hello, Kuya. Kayo po 'yung sa Banaue, di ba? Saan po kayo sumakay?" </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Siya (Kuya Mike): "Oo, ako 'yun. Nag jeep ako." </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Kami: "Nako, sayang! Dapat dun lang din kami eh. Naloko pa tuloy kami."</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Siya: "Yayain ko nga sana kayo kaso baka magalit 'yung sa van. O baka magaway pa sila nun sinakyan ko."</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Then we shared to him all of our frustrations, and as he quote, "Hayaan niyo na lang. Charged to experience."</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">We were happy to have finally met someone who we can talk to, someone
who we can share our room expenses (at first we thought, a larger group
will lessen the price, but learned that price remains same regardless of
people) and yeah, we're stoked to share our adventures with him, too!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">Kuya Mike is on vacation from Dubai. He's a first timer in Sagada
as well. People who go to other places solo, is a real traveler for me.
Going with my friends to places we haven't been, also is considered one,
but going alone is something else.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">We walked and searched for the Canaway Inn. It's not really far from the municipal, but with the rain drifting, it was. A month before the
trip, I did research and also contact the people we need to. I want it
to be polished. Better prepared than be surprised, right? But again,
plans, won't go as expected (happens almost always). I tried to reserve room a month ahead, however due to changes in our
trip, my friend and I decide not to pressure ourselves too much and just
let time do its talking.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Affordable guesthouse rates in Sagada range from 250 to 350/pax and it could go higher than that depending on the inn or hotel. "Ay wala ng vacant eh. May darating din kasi bukas na nagpa-reserve na,"
said Ate from Canaway. I am eager to get the room for it's one of the
afforadable yet has good service to offer (thanks to travel trips
advises online). Then suddenly, these two friends of mine made goofy
signals telling me to back off the idea. Kuya Mike and I followed them
and said they were offered lower rate in George Guest House for
only 200/head. Inclusives are hot bath, towel, and wifi! So glad towels
are included! Not any of us was able to bring one. And with wifi is just
cool stuff. We took a rest for a while. Snacks, shower, and get ourselves prepared for unexpected. Did I just say prepared? Let's see. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Heading back to Sagada's municipal was easier; thanks to gravity. It's also where one registers (Fee is around 50php, I
think. It's for the betterment of the town) and where one can arrange
their tour: tour guides, fees, places to go, map, and things you want to
ask. Every tour requires a different fee, depends on the place. Maximum
of 10 pax. The more, the merrier, the lesser the fee. If you'll travel
solo or with a small group, fret not. Tour guides are there to help you
find group to fit in. Tour guide IS A MUST, especially in places which
requires professional guidance.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Our initial plan was to hike first at Echo Valley, then late afternoon
was to try Cave connection (Lumiang to Sumaging or vice versa). But
because it rained, tour guides won't allow people to trek for trails
could really be slippery. Of course, I don't want to risk my life just yet, so it's a no for that.
And because we met not-so-good on the way, budget went limited. We agreed with Kuya Mike together with the others to head on caving. We were on a group of 7: 4 Filipinos, 2 Belgians, 1 Korean. Plus our 3 tour guides. 10 all in. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">A little later a mobile service arrived to picked us. I was doubtful in
bringing camera 'cause Kuya tourguide said we would have to go in small
areas and even plunge ourselves to chest-deep water. Buti na lang they
allowed me to drop by in our inn so I can leave my cam. We also had the chance to see Hanging Coffins from afar. </span></div>
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*All photos without due credits were all taken from Elai’s
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<span style="font-size: small;">I did my first spelunking 7 years ago in Biak na Bato. It's fun and the
challenge was just enough for an HS sophomore. Our field trips then were
close to nature. But I tell you, the challenge I had
in Biak na Bato was not even half of Sagada's.
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The usual time to get through out of the cave is 3-4 hours. One will
have to enter small holes, rappel, walk in slippery area, plunge in cold
water, get muddy, walk with their butt, walk with feet and hands at the
same time, and go through challenging paths.</span><span style="font-size: small;">
</span><span style="font-size: small;">It's a test of strength and
emotions.</span><span style="font-size: small;"> There's were areas where I just muttered, "<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/jonicdao/6311160545/in/photostream/">Seryoso?</a>" </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.linguist-in-waiting.com/2010/06/picture-entry-banaue-and-sagada.html"><span id="goog_305942615"></span><span style="font-size: x-small;">Photo courtesy of <i>linguist-in-waiting</i></span></a><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span id="goog_305942616"></span></span></span></td></tr>
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<span style="font-size: small;">There were coffins at the entrance of Lumiang, I wasn't scared for that -- I was scared in pursuing the challenge</span><span style="font-size: small;">, but ended up wanting to try some thrill.
I enjoyed the first few minutes of caving, not much of narrow areas, no
steeps, no water gushing out until I saw a small hole. We have to get
in there and do our first rappel. </span><span style="font-size: small;">Of all the research I did before, how I come I didn't remember reading
the word rappel. But since I was 4th to the last person to do it, I
realized, that they can, I can, too.</span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">The 2nd kuya tour guide was telling me where to place my feet and to
slide. I was doing good for few moments 'till I hurt my butt and one of my
fingers real bad. What happened? I fell. I fell from a 6 to 8 feet
rock. Who's fault? Maybe mine. Maybe kuya's. But as we continue, I
realized it was mine. I literal took it when he said, "Mag slide ka
lang." Too dumb to forgot the purpose of the rope. As he said slide, I
loosen my grip on rope. Yet I was lucky to have fallen on a rock-secluded
area. I was lucky I didn't hurt myself too much (6-8 ft is no joke). I
was lucky to be alive. Loosen up! The story just got started. Kidding. </span><span style="font-size: small;">That's just one. </span><span style="font-size: small;">There's actually seven memorable scenes. <br /><br />
I won't go into details for I don't want to scare you. So here were my unforgettable scenarios: 2)
where we need to embrace this huge rock in order to get down; 3) where
we have to rappel and after so, enter in a small path, the catch was one
wrong move and cliff was waiting [I almost cried here. Hahaha!]; 4) where we were asked to get into chest-deep cold water. I wasn't
scared here 'till I found this photo and read its caption;</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">5) where we have to go down on a hilly rock and I was pessimist that if
I slip, I would directly fall out of nowhere [wants to back out moment
the second time. :p];</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"> </span>But it's all worth it every after the risky parts!<span style="font-size: small;"> </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">6) finally seeing the light, which means way out,
but we have to go down -- again.Got scared here. We only have one tour guide left.</span></div>
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I'll stop from there and elaborate on some parts. About the 5th, the 3rd
kuya tour guide was already talking to the 2nd tour guide in their
dialect, and it felt na naiinis na siya sa dramarama ko. HAHA. But I was
really grateful to all of our tour guides, especially to kuya 2nd. He
had been my ladder and ladder and ladder when scenarios call for it.
Forgot his name. Will search it sometime.
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Going back, on 6th one, we were asked if will go down, and see other
rock formations, or go our way out. </span><span style="font-size: small;">I bet you know what I chose. My
friends, Kuya Mike and I decide to head out. We have to give the adventures trophies to the foreigners. :]</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Lastly, the 7th memorable was when we need to climb our way out, and
it gets better with bats' poops, making it so slippery. Confession: I
almost fell here. I've never been scared for my life like this. I had the feeling that one of my foot was nearing to
slip. I prayed. I prayed to God to help me finish it. And just in a
split second, my prayers were answered. :))) </span>
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<span style="font-size: small;">You can grasp more of what I'm saying: </span>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.thelonerider.com/2008/sep/lumiang/lumiang.shtml">Lumiang Cave</a> - thelonerider</span></div>
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Again, I am thankful for our professional tour guides. They are locals
from Sagada and really know what they're doing. My advice for those who
plan to do the Cave Connection, is ALWAYS listen to what the guides say.
If they say, right foot, follow it. If left foot first, don't do
otherwise. <br /><br />
I was soooo elated as soon as we went out. Does it show?</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"> </span><span style="font-size: small;"><br />But I still walked on a semi-sitting position. Trauma? I asked the
1st kuya tour guide if I was the weakest of all he handled and he
surprisingly said, "Hindi naman. Ayaw mo lang talaga tulungan sarili mo." BOOM! I think it doesn't completely apply in my experience in the cave.
</span><span style="font-size: small;">Why? What can one expect from someone who fell from 6-8 ft on the first
20-30 mins of the 3-hours spelunking? Maybe it's half true, though.
But I have to admit it's ringing true in real life. Too bad. </span><span style="font-size: small;"><br /><br />
So there ends the challenging Cave Connection. Oh, forgot to mention
kilig moments. Hahahaha. Anyway, we went back to municipal and there we settled our payment. 450 each
person, opposite from all other tours, for its weigh of difficulty was different. But we paid 500 pesos for the guides skillful effort.</span><span style="font-size: small;"> We bade our goodbyes to group mates and head back to our inns. Sadly the night has to end just like that. LOL. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"> Sagada have their 9pm curfew. I stumbled at this beautiful photo showcasing the beauty of Sagada at night.</span><br />
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<i>*</i>Some photos which aren't mine are included with
due credits. I encourage you to read their blogs and watch their videos
as well. :)<br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">It rained while we're taking our rest, yet we still went out to try the fame yogurt.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">Before I retreat to sleep, the experience I just had came repeating.
Glad it wasn't my nightmare. Haha. Btw, the room doesn't need electric fans nor air conditioner, the environment already was cold.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Morning in Sagada</span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;">We left Sagada 8am thus we woke up early so we can at least savor our time. With bags on our backs and shoulders, it </span><span id="postactions" style="font-size: small;">would be hard for us to roam around. Fortunately, Ate from the bus station allowed us to leave our belongings. Look how hospitable and honest Sagadians are. :) </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span id="postactions">Will I go back to Sagada? If funds and opportunity permit, it's a resounding YES! I wish next time I'll stay longer and have the chance to visit <a href="http://thetravellingdork.com/sagada-do-it-yourself-travel-guide-itinerary/">Echo Valley, Bumod-ok Falls, Kiltepan viewpoint </a>and <a href="http://theouterscene.wordpress.com/tag/lake-danum/">Lake Danum</a>; talk to locals, <a href="http://madamnica.com/2012/02/04/my-trip-to-sagada/">eat Lemon pie and their other cuisine</a>; witness any ceremonies or any of their special events and hope by that time I already conquered my other fears and maybe, just maybe, go to <a href="http://www.saggas.net/2008/08/more-sumaging-cave.html">Sumaguing cave </a>again to see awesome rock formations. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span id="postactions">Some might take the caving experience really scary, but don't. It will just make things worse just in case you'll do it. Honestly, doing Cave Connection is TRULY an experience! Sometimes, we have to breakaway from our comfort zones, and try things we have not and even things we have no knowledge of doing, and of course, brace life. ;)</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><br /></span><span style="font-size: small;">You can also watch these videos:</span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kFxAVzIDH2U&feature=related">Pasyal Studio23</a> - malecdan13</span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jtFOFQvGUl4&feature=related">BYAHE, Sagada Province Documentary</a> - jayrcator </span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1w98rX36yTE&feature=related">Choose Philippines: Sagada</a> (nice compilation) - bpkokoy </span><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></div>elainespillsithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01180838322754885978noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1548892905991402556.post-75189556246175816182012-07-13T21:10:00.001+08:002012-08-23T01:15:08.552+08:00Friday the 13th<div style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
Who is frustrated today? I hardly met dreamland awhile ago. I was eager
that we would get slots this second chance. I was stoked when I read
Outbreak's post saying they will open another wave last Monday. I
urgently sent SMS to my friends and was actually planning that that same
day, I'll head off to any of the two branch assigned. They will only
allow 200 registrants on each branch (Toby's Shangrila Mall and Runnr BHS ). Both
of which aren't easily traveled from where I live. Hence I chose Shang.<br />
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Before I prepared, I google-d on their numbers so I could check first if
there are still slots available. I called Runnr BHS and the lady seem to be
not aware of the recent announcement of Outbreak. I didn't insist what I
read because I haven't fully entertained thoughts of me going to
Taguig. I called Toby's and they too didn't know the news, and just like that,
there was a gush of words. Na-realize ko, it's on the 13th pa pala nila
i-open and registration.<br />
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It's a good thing I need not to rush, but I could have also taken the
chance of the news while it isn't talk of the town.</div>
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Oh well, still have
time to prepare <strike>for the 28th</strike>. </div>
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I was aware Shang will be open
at 11am, but didn't realize people would wait very early than expected.
I'm not known for being an early bird, but at least I came on time today.
Now, lessons learned. There are A LOT of people who's willing to line up
just after dawn breaks. Early for an 11 o'clock call time. Sadly, I'm not one
of them. Hoping to be one, soon. <br />
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I guess you know where the story ends. It wasn't even
half of the queue where the line gets cut. From what I heard, there's this guy who registered
70 persons. If it's true, he took almost half the wave. And whether it
was granted, I am not sure.<br />
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No more Tomb Raider and other costumes for us this 28th of June. No more
Wave Desperate and Wave Last Chance. But will definitely jog still!</div>
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Next Outbreak, we'll definitely register early. Sayang. My friends and I are so excited pa naman last night.</div>
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You might also want to watch their trailer: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cfaHcvAErMo">Outbreak Manila BGC</a></div>
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Anyway, about starting my career from scratch, I failed to reserve a slot for
the training. The guy from information wasn't as accommodating as he has
to be. Perhaps it's also the way of saying the place is a bit far from
our house. </div>
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And yes, the hospital is bigger from what I usually see
(Perpetual Succor, hospital just in our street), or could it be a culture shock from the long vacation I had? Lol. So, my Friday the 13th
didn't go fruitful.
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elainespillsithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01180838322754885978noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1548892905991402556.post-69288789490636643922012-07-11T22:03:00.000+08:002012-09-15T21:55:34.977+08:00Banaue<div style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
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I barely slept the whole trip. As soon as I saw light (considerable
amount to wake up my senses) my eyes and ears didn't rest: my eyes for
the wonderful view, my ears for the sound trip care of the dear driver.
It was a bright idea that all, if not most, of the trips going to Banaue,
Mountain Province, particularly, scheduled in the evening. For just
when passengers wake up, they will see the beauty of the place, and
won't see much of the hilly trail -- uh-oh, so I thought at that moment.
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I was on a mixed emotion. Every town we came to pass, I surmised, was the
unloading area. Likewise every mountain, I thought, was
where I can see the renowned Rice Terraces. I kept my eyes on the
window, not wanting to missed the chance. One hour had passed, two hours
came, still no avail.</div>
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During sight-seeing, I can't help but be amazed on how infrastructures
were done. Imagine, how steep mountains are. Not to mention the danger.
And to have it done well is really commendable. Oh, I am not forgetting
the dearest driver. Driving on place such is more than a skill. It's a
talent. <br />
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Let me share my observation for the townspeople. Being raised in a city,
the vehicle's horn; the aimless walking people, their whispers; the dogs
bark -- the busy world are nothing but normal. Lullabies, eh?<br />
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Living in the province, in my opinion, means forgetting late nights,
malls, party, and for few, away from technology. That goes to show how
monotonous and simple life could be up there. If you're looking for time
to reflect and for inner peace, this is where to go, or any place near
Mother Nature. Comparing it from the city, thus, is way different. No wonder why some
prefer to retire in province like this. I've even seen a handful of
foreigners. More fun in the Philippines, it is. Then few moments after,
at long last, I saw jeepneys going to Bontoc -- and a good view of
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Right after we get out of the bus, there was this pool of people asking
us if we were heading to Sagada and offered their service. As I've
said in my previous post, we were supposed to be in Cable Tour, which
also is a two-way ride to Sagada, but is much easier to our destination
(Manila-Bontoc[1 hour ride]-Sagada). I've done my fair share of readings beforehand,
but getting to Manila-Banaue-Sagada route is again, unfamiliar.
Nevertheless, let alone adventure.<br />
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The guy said van, I heard. He didn't tell us how much was their fare. We
didn't even see their van. Like a hypnotic guy barker, I and my friends
reluctantly yet submissively followed him. I'm not saying we're
hypnotized in the same words. I was fully aware of what I was doing, and so I know
my friends, too. But feet happened to have its own mind. Consequently, we
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We stayed in a restaurant kind of place. The first part a sari-sari
store, then the middle was a small computer shop. However, no customer.
So I doubt if it's a shop.<br />
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Came the dining area. There's a couple
of foreigners, and one Filipino guy (yey, we're not alone!). In my
guess, we will be on the same van. The guy btw, said he needed to fill
the 12 seats first before heading to Sagada. He told us to take a rest first. Take a breakfast. I'm not sure but I
think I heard him say 3-4 hours ride. A lady and folk told us in the bus
that going to Sagada is two hours away from Banaue. Confusing. As we sat and browse on the menu, something seem strange.<br />
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I ordered Tapsilog. I expect it to be good because I was hungry, and a bit pricey. You can get a good deal of Silogs in Metro without spending too
much. Upon tasting it, it's not what I thought.<br />
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I have to give credits on the photos they have
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://i1060.photobucket.com/albums/t451/elainespillsit/Wallpaper%20sized%20photos/DSC_0122-2.jpg">It could have really been better without the eyesore. Anyhow, hence I said little town</a></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr>
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After charging ourselves up, the barker guy again approached and
told us that he and his cousins failed to fill the seats. Which meant
that we're only 6 on the van and we have to pay for the remaining seats.
So if it's 300pesos, double it. The 11-hour trip from Manila going to
Banaue was 450 per head. This 2-3 hour cost fortune. I
wanted to say no. But
one side of my mind, it's whispering yes. Why? He accompanied us
down the town (not a hundred steps away), he accompanied us in the..
resto? Cafeteria? Carinderia? Or whatever it be called. And we will
just back out? That's not a good idea. Especially, again, in
place you ought to know not. Elai said yes, that helped my bipolar
neurons to calm down. But seriously, I felt sorry for Bes pockets.
Heehee.<br />
<br />
When we get inside the van we counted the people inside and found that
we've been tricked. We're seven inside. That would mean they owe us a
change. Around 255 pesos. Sayang din 'yun. We could use it to pay for
guesthouse, or food, or tour guide. <br />
<br />
The barker guy didn't come in the van, but we asked him about the
change and he said, "Don't worry. No problem." We urged the driver
but he didn't seem to hear it. So my friends and I decide that we'll
just get it when we arrived to our destination. <br />
<br />
Awhile ago, I mentioned how thankful I was with infrastructures, and
with the driver (Previous one. Bitter? Haha) Now let me tell you how
amazed I was to our beloved ancestors. Doing a staircase-like field in a mountain wasn't easy at all. I actually
have no idea. Not only that, boy, it was built 2000 years ago! Just think about their time having only limited tools
and equipments. Rice Terraces aren't
just found on one area, it's all over Mountain Province! You can also
find it in Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR). Truly, these folks
got talent. ;)<br />
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*Brown captions are click-able, for a larger view. Yes, I wasn't able to do click-able photos, so I resort to this one. :) <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://i1060.photobucket.com/albums/t451/elainespillsit/Wallpaper%20sized%20photos/Sub%20album/DSC_0136-2.jpg">Banaue's Viewpoint. Did you see the stairs? The real one. And also the people farming?</a></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr>
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Going back to the trip, every mountain that we passed by I wished was
Sagada already. Why? Aside from excitement, my breath was being taken
away every zigzag route we take. Man, the steep areas are
everywhere! How can it not? We're in mountains. On a lighter side, taking a
van than a bus is better in a way that you won't be in a higher seat,
therefore seeing cliffs are less scary.<br />
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If you plan going to Sagada, the "surest" sign that you're already near
the town, which I observed then, was you'll about to hit the "last"
mountain. What makes me say it so? Sagada, just what Jhersey said, is
like an island. Island that is not surrounded by water, but is
figuratively circular in shape and is located literally on the top of
the mountain.<br />
<br />
A few moments later, there we saw a small signage of Sagada. It would take 5-10 minutes ride from the signage to the town proper (where the
"island" is). Hospital, church, municipality, market, guesthouses, buses, jeepneys
and personal vehicles were all over the town. I regret not taking photos. It rained as soon we
get there.<br />
<br />
Oh, allow me to continue my story about our change. We let the
foreigners unload the van before we asked for the change. The driver
told us he cannot give the change unless otherwise agreed by the barker.
He called the guy. He let us talked to the guy but gave us alibis in
return. That we should have get it before the van head off. That we
should have said it earlier. Hello, we did. He was just not
listening. The driver said, "Ako din lagot kasi sa akin din ibabawas
'yung pera pag hindi sila pumayag at ibigay ko sa inyo ngayon."<br />
<br />
In all
honesty, we don't want to make it big. However, we also don't want them
people to give us a wrong impression. We said, not verbatim, "Kuya, unang una, hindi naman kami sasakay sa van
niyo, dapat jeep lang. Kaso hindi na kami nakatanggi. Isa pa,
naka-budget lang 'tong lakad namin. At tsaka, hindi naman kami foreigner
para pagkakitaan niyo. Malinaw 'yung usapan. Tayo tayo pa bang Pilipino
maglolokohan? Tapos mas mahal pa kayo sa bus? Binibigyan niyo lang ng
'di magandang impresyon 'yung lugar ninyo." After that, we left and he
still insisted what he had said. Again, it is not a matter of money, it
is a matter of integrity. <br />
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I am not discouraging anyone. My only two cents here is be wise enough
whenever going to places you're not familiar with. Always bring your
di-magpapalokong mukha, or plainly, don't be naive. But DON'T be stiff and negative. Just enjoy the trip. After all, it will not be always that you're going to
encounter not-so-good people. Good ones still outweigh them. Just be
cautious and trust your instincts. ;)<br />
<br />
Will I go to Banaue again? If opportunity permits, why not. The next
time, I would love to stay for a day or two and walk along the rice
paddies. And will probably try <a href="http://www.lawstude.net/2008/07/hapao-hungduan-ducligan-trek.html">Hapao-Hungduan-Ducligan </a>trek.
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See other photos here:<br />
<a href="http://www.bestourism.com/items/di/1423?title=Banaue-Rice-Terraces-in-Philippines&b=219">Banaue Rice Terraces in Philippines</a> - bestourism<br />
<a href="http://vtg87.blogspot.com/2010/09/aerial-view-of-banaue-rice-terraces.html">Aerial View of Banaue, Rice terraces, Ifugao Province</a> - vtg87<br />
<a href="http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/0/00/Pana_Banaue_Rice_Terraces.jpg">Panoramic view of Banaue Rice Terraces</a> - Wikipedia</div>
elainespillsithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01180838322754885978noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1548892905991402556.post-6153984897002375662012-07-09T14:55:00.000+08:002012-08-23T01:15:13.392+08:00Mom at Young<div style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
The seamlessly searing morning of June is mere beyond, making plants and
trees withered; leaving dams and sees draining; and, letting humans and
animals alike seem helpless as the scorching sun vents. I awoke with
sweat seeping in me, troubled by the cry of my four-year-old child,
Chad. After those months I’ve spent reading articles regarding know-how
of parenting, mastering the basics I learned in college, and grasping by
heart advices I was told by my family and friends and some people
concerned; nothing of these all had prepared and welcomed me in the
world I was never ready and scares the most—to be a mom—to be a single
mom. <br />
I met Elijah back on my first year in Institute of Nursing in
FEU. We were classmates and since our surnames starts with same letter,
we became seatmates and often belong to same group, that’s why knowing
each other and becoming friends came as fast. We studied and did
homework together, shared stories, confided secrets, and went out at
times. And yes, we then became head over heels in love to one another.
However, our relationship was not an exception to mishaps that life
bequeaths.<br />
<br />
It has almost been five years now since I found that I
was conceiving, and it was during those times that I felt utterly
alone, confused. “We will do everything we can to raise the child well.
We will get a degree and have a good life… No… It’s we will have the
best life. And as long as we have each other, we shall overcome
challenges as they befall. I love you.” Those words were exactly what I
needed to escape bewilderment I was contained. We survived the two
months thereafter and since both of us were still students, we
experienced rough times, especially when managing our time.<br />
<br />
I
started to experience morning sickness, became picky to foods and
sometimes had difficulty in sleeping. Soon, the growing of the child
inside me was becoming more visible. I began wearing loose clothes, cut
classes often, and got upset most of the time. Moment came when I can
no longer conceal the truth, so Elijah and I decided to confess
everything to my mom. <br />
<br />
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<br />
“Anung bang nasa isip mo? Christina,
you’ve witnessed how I suffered, how we struggled. Pero what have you
done?” Even if my parents have separated when I was still in my 5th
grade, my mom was able to raise my younger brother and I well. She
showed us that life can still be great in spite of my dad’s absence. She
has become our mother and father at the same time. Although we’re not
financially stable, she has her ways in making us feel loved and
complete. I know telling her the truth would break her heart, she has
high hopes in me. This was the reason why seeing her crying makes me
want to delete some parts of my life. If it’s only ever possible, trust
me, I would. Yet still, my family accepted how my fate turned out. It
may have taken long, but I’m indeed lucky to have them. <br />
<br />
I was
four months pregnant when I finished my third year, 1st semester,
despite the odds. And as the class came to end, my relationship with
Elijah has lost its sparks, also; he went straightly to province after
the semester and left not even a word. I message and called him every
day yet no responses from him, no signs of Elijah. I felt lost. “Nasaan
na siya? Bakit niya ako iniwan? Wala ng saysay ang buhay ko. Paano na
ako? Paano na ang anak ko? Ayokong lumaki din siya na walang
kinikilalang ama. Paano? Paano ako magiging mabuting ina?”<br />
<br />
Sun’s
up, sun’s down. The succeeding months went slow motion. I feigned to be
okay. I showed others that I was strong on my own. I can live without
him. But other times, the hurt was just too much. Before, I only fear to
feel the quickening of the baby, but soon, I started to fear people.
Those stares [for criminals] they made as I walked and those words I
overheard: “Sino ang ama? Nasaan na siya? Anong nangyari? Nako, ang bata
pa naman nya. Sayang naman.” I can’t fathom why there are some who
wouldn’t live without pestering others life. Why can’t they worry their
issues first and have a life on their own! Then I break down. “I am
sinful?” are the words I crumbled at. Again, I’m alone.<br />
<br />
“Minsan
nagsisisi ako na nag-Nursing ako. Hindi ko naman talaga ‘to gusto eh.
But you know what, I’m thankful I did. Because if not, hindi kita
makikilala. Stay with me forever, Christina.” How can he asked me to
stay ‘forever’ when he doesn’t even know it? Such lame! I hate him! I
hate him so much!<br />
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I ache remembering the past, but that grew me
stronger and taught me lessons—lessons only in the hard way: I learned
that promises would never mean an assurance, that future would not
normally be the way we plan it, that love does not always end like fairy
tales, and that words no matter how sweetly coated, has its way in
wrecking a fragile heart. And thanks to him, I discerned that my family
and Chad are the costly gifts from God, which can never be bought nor be
trade. They’re invaluable. <br />
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I buried my thoughts of
him—literally. I put his letters on box: those memorabilia I’ve kept,
those stuff we bought, and our ring, together with our broken promises—I
unearthed them all, and some of his gifts, which I’ve given away. But
in as much as I want to bury memories to depths, there would be moments
that would remind of him, seldom when I look at the baby, Elijah would
appear as if he came out somewhere else distant. How could I not? Chad
is the complete resemblance of his father: the cheeks, that deep eyes,
his small yet pointed nose, and even his lips!<br />
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Tok tok. The knock
on the door steals me from reverie, “Christina, get done fast. Den will fetch you in an hour,” Mom said. Haunted by past again, I make
conscious effort to resign in my volition and dismiss nostalgia. <br />
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Den was a classmate of mine in my 6th grade; we were never really close, we
were never really friends. He used to tease and copy my answers now and
then; in return, I cry and fight him back by punching him (good thing
he never punch me back). But that did not end there, we became
classmates on our 2nd year high school, and that changed the childish we
once were. We turned each other’s confidant, talked on phone for hours,
seen the worst in both of us, and this time, teasing bonded us. <br />
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After
high school, he immigrated in America. And because our place’s time
gap, we rarely talked on phone, and if time permits, we chatted online.
“I’ll be forever solo,” I mused.<br />
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But life loves making surprises;
our communication became apparent when he discovered how my life came
out. He then started calling me. “I’m sorry that you have to go through
with that. I know words cannot ease the pain, but please know that
you’re not alone, you got me here. You have me always.”<br />
<br />
Den and
I became closer again. The feeling of loneliness has slowly being
forgotten. He’s been very supportive to me, he’s one of the few I can
talk about everything, most importantly—he loves Chad. Occasionally, he
sent toys and sometimes money for Chad. Even if I refused, he’ll insist.
We’ll debate over it, but in the end, he’ll win.<br />
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I’m really glad
seeing him. He will be staying here for one month. And for that one
week that we’ve been together, I feel secured and happiness is at hand
again. Bottom line, he’s here, he’s good for me... He makes me happy.<br />
<br />
“How does it feel to be in school again?” Den asks. <br />
I am fresh graduate of nursing and now pursuing Medicine. “I’m a bit nervous, but very much excited.” I smile at him. <br />
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I
left him in the waiting area before I get to that long queue of
enrollment. While savoring the torrid breeze of the afternoon, in my
mind I’m rehearsing lines to tell him. After this enrollment, we’ll go
to the fanciest restaurant, and there I’ll let him know that this time
I’m ready to start anew, that I’m ready for love. <br />
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When the enrollment was done, I went over where he is. “Did I keep you waiting for long?” I ask.<br />
He shakes his head.<br />
“So shall we now?” <br />
He
didn’t answer. He gazes at me. Slowly, takes my hand. He held my hands
and smiles back. I allowed myself to be pulled close to him. These are
the times that I’m deceived at best; whether by trick or by dream, I
care not. I feel wonderful again and I know things are falling into
right place now. Nothing to worry, just us. <br />
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As we head to the
passenger waiting area, the cloud turned dark. Shortly, rain fell. We
waited for minutes for the rain to stop, but the rain grew heavier. “I
don’t want to end this day just as that,” I ponder. Yet, I weighed the
options and decided to move our dinner instead. We still have our days
ahead of us, anyway. <br />
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“Den, the rain won’t stop, perhaps it’s best to have it tomorrow.”<br />
“Yeah, it looks so. I’ll drop you off home rather.” <br />
“You
don’t have to,” I lend him the umbrella. “Although you live only a few
blocks from here, it’s you who need it. I can take the bus and it will
drop me exactly at home,” I insisted.<br />
“Okay, I’ll see you tomorrow then.” He remarks with frustration.<br />
The bus soon arrives. I kissed him on his cheeks. “I still had it great. Thanks.”<br />
<br />
I
climb and step on the bus. As I search for space to sit on, there he
was... I wish I could have taken another bus, or jump off from here. But
before I could stop the bus, it’s too late. He had seen me and offered
the space beside him. <br />
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“Hi... How are you?...” Are the words he uttered with obvious shyness on his tone.<br />
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Of
all people I have to meet by chance and sit beside, why him? Why
Elijah? All the buried feelings came rushing. I wobble thinking of it
all. I can hear my heart throbs rapidly. I felt a fishbone in my throat
and afraid to sound tremble, I tried to stay collected, “I’m good.” <br />
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Then
silence… Lub-dub, lub-dub… Splish, splash, sploosh… It’s all I hear:
My heart still beating faster, the rain still getting heavier. This
two-minute silence is taking forever. I hope I could vanish or just fade
away. <br />
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Then he breaks the silence, “Kamusta na si baby?”<br />
“Malaki na siya. Lumaki siya ng mabuti—lumaki siya ng mabuti ng walang ama.” I hear my voice shaking. <br />
“Sorry… Hayaan mo naman akong magpaliwanag.”<br />
“Magpaliwanag? Nang ano? Nang kasinungalingan? Ayokong marinig yan.” <br />
He
continued talking,“Nung umalis ako after nung sem, tinawagan ako nila
Mama noon. Hindi na daw ako makakapag aral. Na-lay off si Papa.
Kinailangan ko munang huminto para makatapos si Ate.”<br />
“Bakit di mo sinabi noon? Ganon ba kakitid ang tingin mo sa akin para hindi ko maintindihan yun?”<br />
“Huminto ako ng isa’t kalahating taon.”<br />
“Sa
tingin mo naging madali para sa akin lahat? Tiniis ko lahat ng mag-isa
At kahit kalian, hindi mo maiintindihan yun, kasi wala kang puso. Sarili
mo lang minahal mo!”<br />
“Patawarin mo ako naging mahina ako.” He’s now sobbing.<br />
Still
resentful, “Tangina Elijah, hindi yun 5 weeks o 5 months, limang taon
yun, Elijah, limang taon! Naatim mo yun? Anung klase kang ama?!”<br />
“Maniwala ka, walang amang gugustuhing hindi makitang lumaki ang anak niya.”<br />
“Ah kaya pala! Kaya pala ito ang nangyari? Elijah, tama na. Hindi mo alam ang sinasabi mo.”<br />
“Naalala
mo yung sinabi ko sayo nun? Na magtatapos tayong dalawa at bibigyan
natin ng magandang buhay si baby. Nahihiya ako sayo. Nahihiya ako sa
family mo na wala akong maitutulong.”<br />
“Sinungaling ka!”<br />
“Nag-shift ako. Nag-Accounting ako. Nag-aral ako sa probinsiya. Nagloko si Ate kaya nag working student ako.”<br />
“Wala akong gusting paniwalaan sa mga sinasabi mo.”<br />
“At
ngayon tapos na ako, hinahanap ko kayo. Gusto kong makabawi, kahit sa
pag-tulong pinansiyal lang. Gusto kong mapatawad niyo ako.” <br />
“Ngayon pa? Ngayong masaya na ako? Guguluhin mo lang buhay namin.”<br />
“Alam
ko naman yun... Mahal na mahal ko kayo. Walang araw na hindi ko
sinisisi ang sarili ko. Maniwala ka. Ni sarili ko nga hindi ko
matustusan, kayo pa kaya? Nabalot ako ng pagkahiya at panghihina.
Kasalanan ko lahat. Naging duwag ako. Pero gusto ko pa din humigi ng
tawad sayo, kila Tita, at sa anak natin. Christina, kahit yun lang…” <br />
<br />
I
hear sincerity in his voice. I see pain in his eyes. Cut by his words, I
submit to my emotions, tears welled up my eyes. Unguarded, I cry like a
little child begging for a candy. I think of myself, I think of Chad, I think of Den —I
think of Elijah. If this is a dream, can somebody wake me up? I want to
get away from this nightmare. Now, I’m waging war, I’m waging for my
life. I want my life back.<br />
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*My first short story written last June of 2010. </div>
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My time was reasonably stiff at that time. Why? My father was only in a
21-day vacation, I ditched going with him on Ilocos and when he arrived
back in Manila, I'll be leaving the next day for the trip. What's
sweeter was the day that I'll be heading home, was the day of his flight
back.</div>
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Am I prepared? In all honesty, not yet. I've had these strange feelings
beforehand. Or was it because my childhood memory going to Isabela
(somewhere in the mountain as well) was crystal clear. I can recall how steep the road (mala-bangin), how the bus moved every
snake-like route. That pessimist part in me, yeah. Not to mention, the
rainy season and simply the thought of going to place I'm not familiar
with. But yes, there's also this inquisitive side of me wanting to be
like Dora. :))</div>
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Elai, Jhersey and I did some grocery around 4pm. Our supposed to be
departure was 8.30pm, but since this Cable tour didn't reserve our seats. I went straight to their station night prior to reserve seats but they
didn't inform me to pay any, or I was just not aware. And when they
message me the next day, I wasn't able to respond right away, so slots
were given to others. No hard feelings. Just sharing. Still, lucky that
Ohayami station was just near our place (although choosing it would mean 2 unknown rides going to Sagada). On a lighter note, we'll have a chance
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Going back, right after grocery, we checked on Ohayami to get seats. Sadly, the only
available seats would be for 10pm trip, which means, late arrival at
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Time check: Quarter to seven. I have time to "polish" packing and spend time with my family. Sound quite a scare, right? But that's what I'm thinking then. I even asked to have lunch with my
Mom and Dad before I go to the trip, but thanks to my Mother who
believes in superstition. She told me it's not good to do such,
especially, I'll be on trip in a while. My father agreed and said that
we'll do it after I get home. I must get home said he. Whoo.</div>
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And oh, the night
before our trip, I had a chance to meet with my college friends, a
birthday celeb, and one of those joked that I might not get back! But
what she meant was different. She meant that I might find someone and
fall in love blah, blah. Plus the thought of not so good news that just
happened just this April (NPA stuff) in Mountain Province, I bet you already have
the feeling I've had then. </div>
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While I was taking a rest, a friend of mine called and out of nowhere
asked me how to get to Sagada, how much will it be, etc. Note that that
friend of mine wasn't aware to where I'm heading. Just in the nick of
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The 3 hours preparation before the bus leaves I thought was enough. Talk about being confident of time and distance of place. My father
nagged me on doing things the last minute. As expected? But I seriously want to get rid of this. One day I will :P Gladly, we
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On our way:<br />
Our bus seats was somewhere 24, 25, 26 (arranged by twos). Bes and I
were on the same side. Supposed to be, Jhersey was only 3-steps away,
but the guy who arrived first won't take the other seat. Instead of
complaining, Jhersey slept it off.</div>
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Bes Elai and I had so much catching up along the trip. So much fun
remembering elementary: Bully days, lakwatsas, recess moments (Hahaha!
May naalala ako :D) We also conversed about studies, plans, work -- clearly,
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Around 1am, for some reasons we knew not, the bus stopped and stayed for
like an hour. Thereafter, the beside guy Jhersey left a bottled water
on his seat and went to other seat. Excited to own the two seats,
Jhersey asked the guy if he plans transfer. To our surprise, the guy sat
back beside him and talked to him in a silent yet fearful tone. I heard
the guy asking for Jhersey's name and where his roots was. We were
shocked. It felt like he can do things we expect not. It was scary. We
don't know the place, we don't know the people, and it's not our
"territory".<br />
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After the guy left, I wanted to talk to the nearest personS around me.
Scream for help? Haha. So what's the confrontation all about?<br />
When the guy was sleeping, Jhersey got irritated that he nudge off the guy whenever he do the head and shoulder banging. Also, I'm curious if the guy saw Jhersey's antic and mocking expression. Maybe it's the bounds why he get pissed, or, if ever he didn't see it, because our lives were spared. But honestly, super funny ng expressions ni Jhersey. No can resist. LOL<br />
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There's a vacant seat on our (Elai and I) back, and we asked politely if
Jhersey can have the seat. Luckily the old folk agreed. At last, peace
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*Clarification about the title, according to Wikipedia, Baguio isn't part of Mountain Province, nonetheless, used to. It says that it now belongs to Benguet Province, under Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR). I can't think of any, so I'll take it that way.</div>
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*Other stories to follow :)</div>elainespillsithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01180838322754885978noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1548892905991402556.post-9006421343971560702012-07-07T13:58:00.002+08:002012-08-23T01:16:50.318+08:00The Weeks That Were<div style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
What have I been up to lately? If you have read my previous posts,
<b>I've been "quite" addicted to movies</b>,<b> Korean to be exact.</b> How can I not?
There movies are top-of-the line! Well, if you're after romance and a
tear-jerker. I've been introduced to this era by my brother, back in
highschool. But I can't say that I was so into it then. My inclination
then was sporadic; however recent I had was momentum-like. Just what I
did when I reviewed for board exam, just what Sir Jerome of Pentagon
said, "Keep the momentum." Just what I'm doing now. Thoughts. Writing. </div>
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Anyway, I'm weeks over with it. <b>The next thing I drooled on was
cosmetics!</b> This was just few of those times that I spent time researching
what would fit me. But when I say cosmetics, it isn't make-up like
mascara, eyeliner, eyebrow, etc. What I meant was about facial cream, facial
wash, moisturizer, and the like. I'm yet to have a review 'till I have
those things I have mentioned not. (Ano daw?) </div>
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I was just looking for a running shoes on a Wednesday night, and lucky to have found one of my old buddies. Another interesting, it's still alive and still good on my feet. I hurriedly showed it to my cousins and a friendly neighbor of us invited me to jog that very night. Like a swift. I'm a yes person that night. It was around 8pm, jog place was vicinities of Malacañan. To be honest with you, it's my first to do it, aside from school activities. And boy, it's relaxing! Though I had a hard time at first. I was catching my breath the whole time. I stopped a lot. Walked a lot. Rest a lot. But it's over-all fun and healthy. Plus, the area is safe and I'm guessing a heap of jogger also go there. I've seen some. Bikers, joggers, runners. And... it's a great deal thing. Ya know.. HAHA. *make a familiar expression here* Btw, I've done it on purpose. I'm conditioning my body for the Outbreak. Sadly, we ran out of slots. Still, I would continue this one. Exercise produces endorphins, which is a happy hormone, thereby doing a combo with my neurotransmitter, serotonin, which will then boost my good mood. What did I just say? Haha.</div>
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And, and.. Felt like I left my soul in the trip that my
friends and I had. I'm quite not sure though where I left it. I'm gonna
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<b>So fourth place was for... travel. :D</b></div>
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I'll share two of my to-go-list (Kind of long. Don't want to share it 'cause it's really sure yet. Yeah. What excitement at the moment does) for this year. It's La Union and
Zambales. It's a surprise reading over must-sees in La Union. Why? I've been there a few times but never had the chance to explore not even
one of those hidden beauty. It could be because I was too naive before.
What I only know is that the place is known for surfing. Backdrop is, I don't
know how. So I quit the thought of putting it in my bucketlist (lol.
Wala pa naman akong nagagawang bucketlist.) <br />
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Traveling is addicting. I told myself that I need to search and
find the treasures of our dear country. Foreigners do, why can't I? Why
can't we, right? I've wanted this ever since. If money isn't a problem,
you can't bet where to find me. Hahaha. Well, it still is a problem.
Fortunately, there are plenty of Pinoy traveler's blogs. Their adventures and
stories are motivating and at the same time drooling. Gone were the days
of clubbing, partying, blah, blah. The new way (for me) to enjoy life
is fun IN adventure ;)</div>
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BUT, first things first. I need to earn. I need to start from the basic
and reconcile with the degree I had finished. Not going further. Will
reserve another entry for this drama and other work plans. Hoho<br />
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While the winner and the fifth obsession goes to photography!</b> Too bad, only now that
I don't have my camera. I lend it to my Kuya so he can at least spare
good time during his offs. We also have an agreement he'll buy me
another cam, or he'll return it by August. So I hope there won't be good
events to be missed during that time. <br />
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Okay, a short story. Reason why I bought a camera was it amaze me seeing good photographs,
and of course, to have good photos of me, too. But I think the
main push was 'cause my brother's a hobbyist, therefore I can have a good grasps
of the former part I've said. <br />
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After he went to work abroad, my camera slept for a long while. I don't even touch it. Then I doubted why I have one. Came my Uncle's meetings, right then, I discerned I need to practice what my brother taught me. My first shots were a messed. I can take a
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Never have I thought that I'll be this interested in photography. I'd prefer posing for a picture than taking it. Cameras are complicated. I don't have the eye for a good angles and photos. It was a no-no for me then. I took photos not thinking if it's good or not. Simply, point and shoot. But now seems different. Or is
it just a spur of the moment? I'm not sure.<br />
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The
other night (July 4th), I was browsing about Zambales when I stumbled on
blog which have good photos (often time I see one), however what stands
most on that particular site was the gear she's using. It suddenly reminded me of my Kapatid. He
used to bring out the beauty of a point-and-shoot camera. </div>
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Since SLR is quite bulky for me, I decide that I'd agree on what my Kuya
said. That he will exchange my gear to micro 4/3. I was too lazy to google it before. But that night, I read and watched a few of its reviews. I
itched for more of its details. Then morning after, I continued my
research. To my dismay, I have yet to see photos that would make my jaws
drop. Sure, photos are really good. But there's something missing (Akala mo pro. Haha.
But seriously there is, At least for my eyes.). I can't judge micro 4/3 because I myself haven't used it. I've seen photos taken from professionals on those two beloved cameras. And this is coming from my point of view. I read from some of the reviews, it somehow goes
like this, "Micro 4/3 is okay. I am happy after I took photos. But when I
get home and compare the shots from my SLR, it saddens me."<br />
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Of my desperation to see photos that would most likely be comparable to
SLR shots, I google-d for more. Very fortunately, I bumped on techniques
for my soon-to-be passion. *clap clap* I need to stop from here 'cause I
have yet to start. I'm talking to much of it, that I'm afraid I might
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<i>"May </i>SLR <i>ka nga 'di ka naman marunong kumuha. Wala din</i>,<i>"</i> or <i>"'Wag ka
gagaya sa may mga SLR nga pero di naman marunong gumamit."</i> Not verbatim.
That's what my brother told me. Mean ba? Ganyan siya eh. Haha! The
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There. It rings true talaga in the saying, "Experience is the best
teacher." I learned some along the meetings and our trip (to follow
entry), and will still be learning more. Nako I must stop. I should cross the
bridge when I get there. Lol <br />
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And now that I know where to find good travel and good
photography blogs, I'm so excited to dig more about this said craft. Sadly not
for now, but I wish it's going to be soonest. Can't wait for August!
Ciao! :)<br />
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P.S. 2-day late post. Reasons: Router, lazy butt, "clickable" photos.<br />
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P.S.S. Apologies for grammar lapses. Lazy butt doesn't want to proofread it. </div>
elainespillsithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01180838322754885978noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1548892905991402556.post-64063537920589198792012-07-04T15:27:00.004+08:002012-08-23T01:16:38.987+08:00Passion of the Christ<div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-family: Verdana,sans-serif; text-align: center;">
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Yeah, just watched it. I recall attempting to watch it before (it was summer of 2004), yet attempt failed. Blame it on the pirated DVD. I had the chance to download it. Once or twice, I'm not sure. Due to overwhelming activities, which I barely remember, attempt/s failed thereafter. So here now. </div>
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I felt guilty throughout the movie. I felt sorry for not being able to compensate His love. Someday I want to be the person He wants us to be -- at least. And this quote I would always want to remember: <i>"If the world hates you, remember that it hated me first."</i></div>
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It will move you to tears, unless you don't have feelings. BTW, photos almost says all what I want to share. :) </div>
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elainespillsithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01180838322754885978noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1548892905991402556.post-32515251208030531342012-06-28T22:17:00.002+08:002012-08-23T01:16:31.415+08:00Babo (Miracle of Giving Fool)<div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-family: Verdana,sans-serif; text-align: center;">
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Certainly one of the best movies I've ever watched. It's now one of my top list. :) Very moving. It need not be the last part to be appreciated, or to make you close to tears. The actors, especially Cha Tae-Hyun, the guy, gave justice to his role. The movie reminds me of NMCH duty back in college. I believe I'm still
not spoiling it. Babo, by the way, is a Korean term which means stupid.
Though a sad story, I soo love it! Find time to watch this (YouTube it is, or if you happen to see DVD). So judgment and the rest of the story are yours to find out. :))<span class="st"><i><br /></i></span></div>
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P.S. Eun-Sung is cute! Upon searching for him (yes, ginoggle ko pa siya), he's the actor from My Princess, which is a Korean drama, and the first K-drama I did watch online. So cutie! Hm.. or is it almost all of the lead actors? As long as "chinito", pasok sa banga. LOL :))</div>
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I thought that the guy would head on war since his
from military and there is quite a plan that they will be engage or
he'll be going sooner. Or I could misunderstood that one. The movie is
long, 15minutes per clip on Youtube and it has 8 clips. However, hm, I
kind of forgot some scenes. Not much of an impact, I guess. There's this
part as well, that the guy was asked how his first love was, and unlike
other movies, this one need not to spoon-feed viewers. It's a good
part, thing is, it could be better with words, I mean, going further a
little bit. A more of flashbacks would do. But well, every writer,
directors, etc., surely have another thing in mind. :) And and, last
thing, even though the guy looks slightly older, I like how she loves
the girl, not needing to boss around, or of mushy lines. The jealous
part about the baseball guy is cute. Again, as I've said, this one is
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"Like being hit in the heart by a bullet... Do you know that feeling?"<br />
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"True love means to share your hearts, and not be lonely, to be warm, happy, that sort of thing."<br />
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"It's actually a game that requires even greater precision and planning. A
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"It's the game where the one who displays affection first, gives up total control and goes aound like a dog on a collar".<br />
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"In most wars, the weapons are guns and missiles. But in this kind of war, they're the newest hairstyles and dresses."<br />
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"A love without losing self-respect."<br />
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"Why use manipulation if we can't discover one's true feelings?"<br />
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All I can utter during the whole movie is, "I like it!!!" Smile won't even leave me. I guess snob guys, or the challenging characters really have their way of bringing out the adrenalin-to-make-him-fall-for-you thing or it could be because most girls love the chase. As they say, good girls (make it general) catches bad guys. What do you say? </div>
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Somehow makes me recall Meteor Garden. Just a bit. Anyhow, if you're after a romantic movie that would save your tears, this one is for you. Enlighten up your day and see this! Plus, plus: Daniel Henney is such a hottie! :))</div>
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"Even though mankind seems to have made great progress, in the human heart, deep within, there hasn't been much change."<br />
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"My Grandpa made it possible for us to meet. Like you said, if his love had came true, we wouldn't have met."<br />
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"Alive but not living, dead but not departed."<br />
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"It's amazing to love somebody for one's entire life."<br />
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"That's how karma works. You think everything is set in your favor, but
life puts many curves in your path. One small twist can bring an
entirely different fate."<br />
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"They say everyone has their own destiny.for grandpa, it was my
grandmother. For my dad, it was my mom. I wish that you could be my
destiny."<br />
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"Let lips do what hands do. Thy pray, grant thou, lest faith turn to despair."<br />
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"You are easily offended, jealous, clumsy and you stutter when you lie... But I like that."<br />
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I liked how the movie still able to pull off one's emotion despite its own "spoiler". I'm the kind of person who avoid watching trailers, afraid that it might build an expectation from me. Yeah, it's good to grasp some of the movie you're about to see but a "general" hearsay works better for me. Also, this isn't the usual one-hour-and-fifty-minutes or two-hour movie, which then leaves me giving it thumbs up for presenting a good outcome. They were able to fully used the time, no wasted scenes. The backdrop of being into romantic movies though is most of which have this "quite predictable reasons as to why this and that happened". Still, making their viewer gets attached to its scheme is commendable. :)</div>
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"The dead is dead but the living is to live"</div>
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"Why did you come back? It took me so much to let you go."</div>
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"You should have told me not to leave."<br />
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There's this one thing though that confused me. That scene could have been better if they expounded on it, or added some more roles to their co-actors. Well, I still cried (cry baby? lol). But as mentioned, it could have been more moving. ;) Overall, I loved how the actor depicts his role. He knows his character and very natural. Also, he has a smokin' bod. Haha! </div>
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