I have an office mate whom I find difficult to deal with especially the past few months. She doesn't mingle with us or have snack with us. She barely talk to us; only if work requires. Sometimes I can hear people talking about her saying that she is a snob or she is a difficult person. A year ago, she wasn't like that. She is not the jolly type but she talks to us and eat with us. We dont know what happen especially that none of us is really close to her.
Amazingly, yesterday we saw some changes on her. She approached us for a small talk and ate with us as well. And then, someone told me that she was actually going through as heartbreak. I know it's difficult, I've felt it before so now I began to understand her actions.
Because of this I was reminded that human being are naturally good. Sometimes, it is the situation we're in which influences our actions but that doesn't mean we really meant to behave like a mean person.We all encounter difficulties in life. If you feel like someone is being rude to you, dont jump into a conclusion that he is really a rude person. Try to understand him/her, who knows he/she might be going through tough times and needs someone to talk to, maybe you.
People may not always behave the way they should, but dont throw a stone on them. Always choose to believe in the goodness of their hearts.
Saturday, November 7, 2015
Monday, September 28, 2015
...soon to be Mrs. V!
I was expecting him to come visit me in our house on Sunday afternoon (9/27/2015) after church service...the night came and still no trace of him and I thought he's not coming at all...
then at 10pm he came with a paper bag in his hand and he asked me to go inside the room for a while because he need to set up something in the living room. I was suspicious and wanted to know what it is so he had a hard time to convince me but because he said he'll get mad, I followed. I went to our veranda and after less than 5mins, he asked me to come inside. Our song "thousand years" welcomed me with rose petals arranged with the words "Will You?" and a heart with my favorite green mango in the middle.
The moment I saw it, I knew what it was so I hugged him tight right away and never wanna let go. He was trying to let go to kneel but I wouldn't let him. I just wanna hug him tight. I can't explain what I'm feeling at that moment. All I know is that Im the happiest girl.
We danced all night with our song playing over and over again and at around 12midnight he finally managed to kneel (because I finally let go from hugging him). He picked up the green mango and to my surprise, the ring was inside it! I though it was somewhere in his pocket. He opened the box and asked me the question...ofcourse, I said YES!
We danced all night with our song playing over and over again and at around 12midnight he finally managed to kneel (because I finally let go from hugging him). He picked up the green mango and to my surprise, the ring was inside it! I though it was somewhere in his pocket. He opened the box and asked me the question...ofcourse, I said YES!
Wednesday, September 23, 2015
Villa Escudero
Date of visit: September 13-14, 2015
How to get there via public transportation?
From Alabang South Station provincial bus terminal, ride a bus going to Lucena.
Drop off: Villa Escudero (boundary of San Pablo Laguna & Tiaong Quezon).
Aircon bus fare: ~120php
After you alight the bus, cross the street & walk towards the sign of Villa Escudero, ride the tricycles going to villa escudero
Tricycle Fare: 40php for two person
Tricycle will bring you right at the entrance of Villa Escudero, proceed to the reception area for your tickets.
Rates from Villa Escudero site as of Sept 23, 2015 (visit their site for updated rates)
Day Tour Packages
- Mondays to Thursday Adults : P1,250
- Fridays to Sundays & Holidays Adults : P1,400
Half rate : P625 (Children below 4 feet)
Half rate : P700 (Children below 4 feet)
For more info visit their website at http://www.villaescudero.com/
When we went there I was only looking for a wonderful lunch in the waterfalls but I got so much more than what I expected. And so, though the price maybe a little expensive, I'd say it's all worth it!
Below are some of the things I love about this trip:
1. The yummy SPECIAL BIBINGKA from manong vendor who went up in our bus on our way to villa escudero! For only 20php, it is served hot with butter, salted egg & buko on top! Definitely better than the pricey "bibingkinitan" sold at the malls. So if you happen to encounter him on your way, please TRY it out, BUY some!
2. Travel time is only 2 hrs & 1 bus ride from Alabang. You don't have to go too far for a vacation. It's like a paradise within your reach!
3. Fresh air...plants, flowers, trees everywhere the resort.. very close to nature.. really a nice place to relax! I can just sit all day beside the river & feel the breeze of the air & watch the birds.
4. Buffet: serves typical Filipino food and they all taste good.
5. Macadamia nut coffee! Must try!
6. The cultural show after lunch is a must watch! I was touched by their performances not just because they are too good or they are very talented but because of the fact that the performers are also the employees of the resort...from gardeners to cooks & waitresses and even the grandchild of the employees are performing.
7. It feels good to be serenaded while riding a carabao cart.
8. The rooms are inspired by traditional Filipino house, bahay kubo. The interior is cute and the room is clean..very nice ambiance.
9. In the middle of the night I was awakened by the sound coming from kuliglig (cricket). It gives me the feeling that I'm really in a province, it feels nice & I woke up with a smile. Back in metro manila your sleep will be disturbed by loud noises from cars, videoke, etc.
10. Friendly staff.
Saturday, August 22, 2015
Butuan - Dahican Davao: Part 1
I've been seeing a lot of post about the Enchanted River, it caught my interest and booked a ticket to Butuan! And because I also want to witness the famous Kadayawan Festival in Davao, our flight back to Manila will be from Davao. The funny thing is, I booked the wrong date and just realize it a month before our trip. I thought Kadayawan will be on weekend Aug 15-16, but I was wrong, it's Aug 22-23 for this year! ...and so change of plans...no Kadayawan for us this year & need to replace our itinerary....searching..searching...searching...and it's been decided! ...we went to Dahican after Butuan! T'was an awesome trip! Davao never failed me...It's becoming my favorite destination here in PH!
Date of Travel: Aug 12- 16, 2015
Below is our budget & itinerary, with some notes from our trip:
We will discuss more about our experience on the next blogs ^__^
Note: First bus trip to Mangagoy, Bislig is 2am and after that that, buses arrives every after 2hrs. While waiting for the first trip, we spent hours playing, watching, drinking coffee (10php each) at the bus terminal. You also have a choice to ride a van but we opted to ride the bus for more leg room.
Note: We stayed at Marky's inn/hostel in Hinatuan b'coz most bloggers recommend it but if you're OC about the CR this is not the place for you. What I like about Marky's is the friendly owner but if I will go back to Hinatuan, I will try other inns.
I didn't quite like the room where we stayed in at marky's because of the comfort room. The water on the floor does not go down right away, it takes time & it feels like your CR is flooded, you have to wait before the water goes down. The toilet bowl is too small and too low, it feels like your almost sitting on the floor. CR is a big factor for me when choosing a room that's why I requested for a room with private CR but I was disappointed with the one we had at Marky's, I think their common CR is even better.
Notes:
-If you want to see the bluish color of the enchanted river go there in the afternoon because in the morning it's more of a greenish color. According to locals, it's because of the high tide-low tide stuff.
-try the breads at the bakery near the mati city terminal (sorry I forgot the name). Certified yummy & affordable! We bought some as a baon to Dahican beach.
Note: At first we were planning to surf but the waves are not enough for surfing so we just tried skim boarding.
We will discuss more about our experience on the next blogs ^__^
Date of Travel: Aug 12- 16, 2015
Below is our budget & itinerary, with some notes from our trip:
We will discuss more about our experience on the next blogs ^__^
I didn't quite like the room where we stayed in at marky's because of the comfort room. The water on the floor does not go down right away, it takes time & it feels like your CR is flooded, you have to wait before the water goes down. The toilet bowl is too small and too low, it feels like your almost sitting on the floor. CR is a big factor for me when choosing a room that's why I requested for a room with private CR but I was disappointed with the one we had at Marky's, I think their common CR is even better.
Notes:
-If you want to see the bluish color of the enchanted river go there in the afternoon because in the morning it's more of a greenish color. According to locals, it's because of the high tide-low tide stuff.
-try the breads at the bakery near the mati city terminal (sorry I forgot the name). Certified yummy & affordable! We bought some as a baon to Dahican beach.
We will discuss more about our experience on the next blogs ^__^
Wednesday, December 4, 2013
Breaking News! 5.2 magnitude recorded 53 km southeast of Mati, Davao Oriental
BREAKING: 5.2 magnitude recorded 53 km southeast of Mati, Davao Oriental
Source: Tectonic
Depth: 44 km
via Phivolcs
Updates to follow.
source: Phivolcs via GMA NEWS
Just hours before our flight to Davao tonight >__< kinda scary to push travelling but I've asked some locals around and they think it is safe to travel and that everything's fine in the area..
Oh dear God please keep them safe and please keep us safe as well on our trip. I pray that you'll let us enjoy and be amazed by the beauty of your works..the nature..the people/davaoweños...
Thank you God for I believe that you will bless this trip! In Jesus name..I pray..Amen!
Source: Tectonic
Depth: 44 km
via Phivolcs
Updates to follow.
source: Phivolcs via GMA NEWS
Just hours before our flight to Davao tonight >__< kinda scary to push travelling but I've asked some locals around and they think it is safe to travel and that everything's fine in the area..
Oh dear God please keep them safe and please keep us safe as well on our trip. I pray that you'll let us enjoy and be amazed by the beauty of your works..the nature..the people/davaoweños...
Thank you God for I believe that you will bless this trip! In Jesus name..I pray..Amen!
Friday, November 22, 2013
Kanip-aw Lodge ~ We Survived Sagada!
See the beauty of Sagada right from your window. Hear the tweeting of the birds and the hissing of the fresh escaping air as they seranade your weary ears. Drink our brewed coffee while letting the warm rays of the sun gently lay on your face. ~ This is what Kanip-aw Pines View lodge offers!
I recommend this lodge to all types of travellers, whether you are a couple/family/friends/barkada/etc ^__^
But ofcourse I haven't stayed at the other lodge/inns in Sagada so I cannot give my personal comparison but you can always make a research on the web and you'll see that kanip-aw is really one of the best place to stay in Sagada. And because I can only speak for myself, here are some of the reasons why i recommend the place:
-The owner is very kind. They will help assist you with anything you need. They treat their guest very well.
-Rate is affordable/reasonable: 300/person/night.
-They have a very nice view of the EchoValley!
-The rooms are clean, as well as the linens, pillows, towels, everything is clean :D
-Each person is provided with clean towels.
-each room has its own bathroom (unlike the other lodges that offers common bathrooms/comfort rooms)
-They have hot shower (this is a must in Sagada or else you'll freeze yourself to death or not take a bath at all)
-They have kitchen with complete utensils and if you need something else you can ask the owner for help, plus the use of kitchen is already included in the 300/person/night rate.
-Free Wifi
-Free purified drinking water (hot and cold), we even refilled our water bottles from it every time we go out the lodge
-they have vendo machine for coffee lovers for only 5php per cup, the vendo machine also offers hot choco
-Rooms have tissue
-it is very near the lemon pie house and other resto in sagada
Here are some of the photos of the beautiful view from our room!
Below is a photo of the terrace/veranda in our room:
If you wish to stay at Kanip-aw Pines View Lodge, you can make a resevation by sending SMS or calling them at 09282847507
Related Articles:
The itinerary ~ We Survived Sagada!
Off we go! 1st Stop: Rice Terraces! ~We Survived Sagada!
I recommend this lodge to all types of travellers, whether you are a couple/family/friends/barkada/etc ^__^
But ofcourse I haven't stayed at the other lodge/inns in Sagada so I cannot give my personal comparison but you can always make a research on the web and you'll see that kanip-aw is really one of the best place to stay in Sagada. And because I can only speak for myself, here are some of the reasons why i recommend the place:
-The owner is very kind. They will help assist you with anything you need. They treat their guest very well.
-Rate is affordable/reasonable: 300/person/night.
-They have a very nice view of the EchoValley!
-The rooms are clean, as well as the linens, pillows, towels, everything is clean :D
-Each person is provided with clean towels.
-each room has its own bathroom (unlike the other lodges that offers common bathrooms/comfort rooms)
-They have hot shower (this is a must in Sagada or else you'll freeze yourself to death or not take a bath at all)
-They have kitchen with complete utensils and if you need something else you can ask the owner for help, plus the use of kitchen is already included in the 300/person/night rate.
-Free Wifi
-Free purified drinking water (hot and cold), we even refilled our water bottles from it every time we go out the lodge
-they have vendo machine for coffee lovers for only 5php per cup, the vendo machine also offers hot choco
-Rooms have tissue
-it is very near the lemon pie house and other resto in sagada
Here are some of the photos of the beautiful view from our room!
Below is a photo of the terrace/veranda in our room:
If you wish to stay at Kanip-aw Pines View Lodge, you can make a resevation by sending SMS or calling them at 09282847507
Related Articles:
The itinerary ~ We Survived Sagada!
Off we go! 1st Stop: Rice Terraces! ~We Survived Sagada!
Thursday, November 21, 2013
Off we go! 1st Stop: Rice Terraces! ~We Survived Sagada!
...and so the adventure began!
The fog is all over the place when we arrived at the Banaue Rice Terraces view point, but we are still blessed because after few minutes the fog gave way and we were able to see the magnificent view of Banaue Rice Terraces!
The Banaue Rice Terraces (Filipino: Hagdan-hagdang Palayan ng Banawe) are 2,000-year-old terraces that were carved into the mountains of Ifugao in the Philippines by ancestors of the indigenous people. The Rice Terraces are commonly referred to by Filipinos as the "Eighth Wonder of the World". It is commonly thought that the terraces were built with minimal equipment, largely by hand.
On the view point, there is no entrance fee but there is a local/manang who will ask you for donations, some of us gave her 20php, some 50php but it actually doesn't matter since it is a "donation" you can give any amount you wish.
There is also an eatery in the view point where you can have your breakfast, price range from 100-150php. The choices are tapsilog/tocilog/etc, they also serve coffee and cup noodles and they use their local brown rice for their menus.
Going to Sagada, you will pass by a lot of rice terraces and one of them is the Bontoc Rice Terraces (photo shown below)
Enjoying hot balut from one of our stop overs going to Sagada!
The fog is all over the place when we arrived at the Banaue Rice Terraces view point, but we are still blessed because after few minutes the fog gave way and we were able to see the magnificent view of Banaue Rice Terraces!
The Banaue Rice Terraces (Filipino: Hagdan-hagdang Palayan ng Banawe) are 2,000-year-old terraces that were carved into the mountains of Ifugao in the Philippines by ancestors of the indigenous people. The Rice Terraces are commonly referred to by Filipinos as the "Eighth Wonder of the World". It is commonly thought that the terraces were built with minimal equipment, largely by hand.
On the view point, there is no entrance fee but there is a local/manang who will ask you for donations, some of us gave her 20php, some 50php but it actually doesn't matter since it is a "donation" you can give any amount you wish.
There is also an eatery in the view point where you can have your breakfast, price range from 100-150php. The choices are tapsilog/tocilog/etc, they also serve coffee and cup noodles and they use their local brown rice for their menus.
Going to Sagada, you will pass by a lot of rice terraces and one of them is the Bontoc Rice Terraces (photo shown below)
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