Abandoned with reason? "Can we request for help for our constituent who is being neglected by his family?" were the words a barangay kagawad expressed when she came in the office. Out of curiosity I asked what the problem was and she explained the following: there was this senior citizen who was a former OFW from Saudi Arabia He and his wife was able to establish two houses. However, due to some reasons the couple separated long time ago He is staying in one of their houses…
Lesson or Test? "In the classroom, we are given lessons to prepare us for the exam/ test..., but reality gives us tests to learn from it". I remembered our pastor sharing those words which she wrote in her notebook after my sharing . What do we need then..? Do we need a lesson..? Or do we need a test..? This Covid thing has been a test to some of us..., As I have shared, we are trying to contact and call COVID Confirmed Patients and here are some bits of some…
Dear Ex Dear ex, It's been 5 years..., 5 years when you told me you that you are sorry "Sorry for being the worst person I have met" I just want to say: Thank you Thank you for the love and care Thank you for not being a gentleman. Thank you for not opening your car door for me. Thank you for not carrying my bag. Thank you for not being protective enough. Thank you for not doing things that made me get used to it. At least, I did not look nor miss such actions. Thank you for…
Lessons learned from COVID patients *"Hello po.., Good morning/ afternoon po Ma'am/ Sir, dolor po ito sa ---- tinatawagan at kinakamusta lang po namin mga Covid patients po natin"* (Hello, good morning ma'am/ sir, this is dolor from ---- , we are just calling you being a Covid patient to know how are you doing?) This is how I usually start my call to COVID confirmed patients. Yes, it has been an additional task for us to call them, to know their situation, and possibly…
Have you found yourself? I wanted to know. I wanted to ask him. Have you found yourself...? Sometime in 2017, out of the blue, I received a chat from an acquaintance asking for help in processing his Pag-ibig membership application. I'm not an employee of Pag-ibig office but didn't question why he asked for my help. Just told myself that maybe I'm the only one whom he knows is living in the city. I replied to him with the things he needed to prepare for his needed…
When Sweetness Left My Body Yes, the sweetness in me seems to have disappeared. I have noticed it these previous days. What happened? One of the additional tasks of our office is to conduct "Kamustahan" (knowing the situation and addressing the needs or concerns) and sometimes does counseling to COVID-19 positive patients in the City. Since we cannot do a face-to-face interview, we have to contact them through phone calls. Calling them is already a challenge for me knowing…
Travel Tips to Thailand The whole Thailand trip has been fulfilling for the three of us. We did not book for a tour guide or joined a group tour because we wanted to do it on our own. And we thank the Lord for guiding us and keeping us safe 🙏 **Tips in traveling to Thailand (based on our experience of someone who has itchy feet):** **Pack light** if you wish to go from one province to another. You might want to leave that excess baggage (those negative thoughts, those things…
Historical Ayutthaya, 🇹🇭 January 6-7, 2020 Sunset or sunrise? They are both amazing and Ayutthaya can offer you an aesthetic sunset. We were not able to see it during our 1st night of stay since we arrived at Ayutthaya past 9PM already and did rest at the Brickhouse. Perks of traveling and staying in different place (dorm, homestays) we got to hear the stories of the owners and workers..., This time, we did not take an early walk around. Enjoyed some coffee outside and…
Discovering the Heavenly City (Nakhonsawan) 🇹🇭 January 4-5, 2020 Sawatdee ka 🙏 That was another long trip - more than 7 hours bus ride from Chiang Mai to Nakhonsawan. Maybe the other passengers in the bus were distracted because of our noise/ laughters. Specially when our friend chose to eat Durian flavored ice cream during the bus stop 😅 We checked-in immediately at the P. A. Ville Hotel upon arrival. After leaving our big bags, we already went outside to look for a place…
Recharging batteries at Chiang Mai January 3-4, 2020 A city that is firmly Thai in atmosphere and attitude - Chiang Mai. After tiring yet fun rides, we have reached the former seat of Lanna Kingdom (Chiang Mai). Checked- in at the Dutch Cosy Home, being managed by Mr. Harry (Dutch) and his wife (Thai). The name itself says how homy the place is.…
September Stress No More For the past 5 years, September has been an exciting yet stressful month for me. It was because of the observance of the Family Month Celebration every September. One of the highlights of the observance was the Mass Wedding Celebration. Yes, the Local Government Unit through our office sponsors an annual Mass Wedding Celebration. Every year, a total of 40 to 60 couples agree to legalize their wedding. Conducting a simple program is kinda stressful,…
Chills like home - Chiang Rai, Thailand Sawatdee ka 🙏 In case you were not able to read the 1st part of this Thailand travel you can check the following link: https://read.cash/@dLifeWanderer/amazing-new-year-countdown-in-thailand-2020-645278fa January 2, 2020 It was definitely a long trip. It is because the drive took more than 12 hours. The double-decker bus (Budsarakham Tour - VIP bus) from Bangkok to Chiang Rai was comfortable though. We booked the night trip not only…
Weekend Well Spent (A pre-pandemic story) February 15-16, 2020 Weekend well spent.., from late night travel, early call time, late night sleep, different rides from here to there, to long hours of walk, to see and explore God's wonderful creations. Exhaustion was not that felt because of the unending story telling packed with laughter as well as additional English lessons. That was the summary of a weekend which I enjoyed so much.., For two days, was given the opportunity to…
Galang-gala na yan? "Sabay kami" (We will go with you) were the words we (me and Jacob) are telling a friend (Angelica) while we are having our coffee last Friday (August 27). That moment we checked our schedules and found out we are both available for a couple of days then immediately planned for the travel. "Galang-gala lang" (our feets are itching for a travel.., wanted to travel the soonest possible). From Saturday to Sunday we already started talking about the possible…
It's a VAW day A Day in the Life of a Social Worker "Kung ako lang po, gusto ko maayos pa namin, para lamang sa mga bata" (For me, I wanted this to be fixed, for the sake of the children) Those were the words of the husband when asked if they still wanted to save their relationship. After some time of listening to each other's side, at least there is still hope that their relationship will be restored. I felt bad though when the wife expressed that she is already tired and…
Amazing New Year Countdown in Thailand 2020 (Throwback) I don’t know why, but Thailand has always been one of the places I wanted to visit. I’m not sure if it is because I have been watching some Thai television soap opera/ series (which titles I don’t even remember), or because of the rich culture, or I just wanted something to brag. But after a couple of days, I have found out how beautiful, interesting, amazing and expressive this country is. A lot of my first times even…
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