Perfect Spot to Buy Fresh Fish
In the past few days, I was eating heavy meals and I want to start my morning with soup or any fresh vegetables and seafood.
As I mentioned before that my municipality is known as the vegetable basket of Cebu. My place is not only rich in agriculture but also in the fishery. I am craving this morning to have some fish soup and I remember, one of my co-teacher suggested I to go in Mananggal a known place where all fresh-caught fish from the ocean are dropped. I was shocked when I arrived there because there's a long queue. I was on the 11th. You might question why I should go there than going directly to the market? To let you know, whatever fish available in the market came from here all delivered from the other neighboring islands such as Bohol or Negros.
Aside from having fresh-caught seafood, they're offering a low price. I bought "anduhaw" fish for 240 PHP per kilo but in the market, the price is 300 PHP per kilo while the " "lamayagan" or squid is 170 PHP per kilo and it's 200 PHP per kilo in the market. I can see a big difference and how much discount I can get and through this, I can even save more.
One thing that caught my intention was that most people who are buying have their own respective baskets. I wasn't informed at first but at least now I am aware next time I will buy. They promote an eco-friendly one because aside from using plastic bags, they prefer to bring a basket which I find way better.
On my way home, I decided to dropped by my second house to give some to my sister since we have lots of dogs and cats who are fond of fresh fish or fishbone. I can see the big smile on my older sister's smile how happy she was to have some. fresh fish. And when I am about to leave , I got some "alugbati" a green leafy vegetable, scallions that my mother used to plant in her small garden. I will surely use it for my fish soup.
We cleaned and washed the squid carefully to avoid squid ink spills. It's very easy and quick to cook this kind of dish it has common ingredients such as garlic, red onion, tomato, soy sauce, and green onions. This will be cooked for 15-20 minutes. I love to add lots of chilies to add a spicy flavor.
And here's the finished product, I love how soft it is and the tasteful flavour of squid remains. I was not able to control my rice at this time because it's been months since I haven't eaten it. I miss its good taste.
For the remaining fish, I will cook it for lunch. I will grill it because the weather is so good. And have some fish soup as well. Thanks, everyone for reading, I would love to know what meals you have today. If you have suggestions on other ways to cook the squid, I'll be happy to hear them. Goodbye and a Good day everyone.
Work From Home Survival Tips
**I N T R O D U C T I O N** :
We all had been tested by the unexpected problem when the pandemic hits hard on individuals no matter what status are we in. There were companies, restaurants, and other establishments closed and an increase of unemployed people. The lockdown made each and everyone forcefully go back to their hometowns or respective houses since it’s getting stricter due to the spreading virus. Due to that downfall that everyone experienced, most people decided to work at home by giving chance to get closer and spend more time with their family, less hassle when it comes to transportation and saves money too away from possible expenses. In the first stage at home, it was still fine and grateful but later on, we started to feel bored and isolated at home for months now. So today I am going to give 5 tips on how you can survive working at home.
**A GOOD SLEEP**
It’s okay to work because it is our main source of income to support the need and wants of our family but we should always be reminded as well to spend a good sleep for your mind and body to relax. No matter what will be your schedule is, if you are on a fixed schedule, flexible hours, or graveyard shifts, you must learn how to budget your time when it comes to sleeping. That’s a good shot to give for yourself because having a good sleep can give a great outcome when you are about to wake up. You will feel like having a good sleep rather than feeling sleepy and this creates you to possibly get absent or not productive because there’s a lack of energy sustain by not having a good sleep. As we all know that mostly it is suggested to sleep at least 8 hours a day. Since I am now working at school and I can feel the pressure but I always make sure when is the right time to sleep and wakes up and having a long span of sleeping will recharge me from yesterday’s tiredness. But I am not forcing you to need to sleep on that given hours because I respect also those people who are hard-working and spends overtime at work or work for another job.
**CREATE A CONDUCIVE WORKPLACE**
This is way more applicable to those employees who decided to stay at home and work. No matter how small or big the 4 corners of your home, you must save a place for yourself as your work because we need focus and concentration when it comes to our jobs and by not having it, this affects our performance. Let’s have an example to those workers who are more into speaking, verbal teaching, and accepting calls, a noisy background can affect the way you do your services to your students or clients and result in a report where you can even get bad ratings or deduction. Those employees who were provided by the company with all the technical tools are grateful because they will less worry compared to those who are still in the stage of processing or requiring their tools. But I do believe with a person’s dedication, hard work, and being strategic he or she can attain her/her goals when it comes to working. When I say a conducive workplace this covers the lighting, quality equipment, and background.
**ACTIVE IN PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES**
Engaging yourself in a variety of physical activities is a good choice. Though some people will feel lazier if they are at home simply because we are in a house where a bedroom is a relaxing room to lay on, yummy foods that our mom’s cooked and entertainment are where we can spend more time from it but we should know how to balance. Eating is okay. Working is okay but exercising is a must because without it it will bring you an unhealthy living which may affect your body and mind. As a beginner, you can simply start with the basic ones such as warm-ups or have 30-45 minutes this will help us to get sweat and release toxins.
4. **MAKE A HEALTHY MEAL**
We should be conscious of what we eat if this will benefit our healthy living. Working at home can give you time to explore cooking and create your own made recipes and people will be glad to know if you share them with them. I know some of you are a food eater and enjoy eating your favorite foods but this time we need to go deeper and know what do those foods contain? High calories or sodium? It’s a big No-No! Some of you may find green vegetation is boring and tasteless but always put in your mind how this helps us to be active and give chance to extend our life so let’s start learning and valuing the importance of healthy meals.
PAMPER YOURSELF
What will be your reasons why you need to pamper yourself? Some may find it too over-care but in reality, it’s not. You are not pampering yourself just not only to look good or have an interest in someone but this is worth it. You deserve all the health and beauty treatment from your stressful days at work. Having good hygiene reflects who you are. Our time and effort are not just spent for others but we should be left for ourselves. And this is what we called “self-love”. It does not create selfishness instead, giving the worth you need to have.
If you have friends and relatives who want to know more tips on how to survive working at home then you can simply share this with them. If you can add some suggestions, I’ll be glad to know it and let’s help one another by giving ideas for those people who are struggling especially working at home for us to motivate and encourage them to live positively and be thankful for whatever blessings will come.
Beginner's Guide Earn $10 Dollars Per Answer
Thank you everyone for appreciating yesterday’s blog about how to apply in Course Hero. For those who were not able to read and interested to register an account, kindly click the given link in order for you start filling in the information.
Link: www.coursehero.com/become-a-tutor/ http://www.coursehero.com/become-a-tutor/
Congratulations to those applicants who passed and accepted in Course Hero. This time I will help you to know on are you going to provide a helpful answers to your students especially if you are a beginner. Don’t worry, I am here to guide you and let you understand more for you to earn and receive positive feedback. These 5 things to remember are mainly from Course Hero. I am going to elaborate and explain each of it. So let’s begin!
**HOW TO PROVIDE A HELPFUL ANSWERS**
**1. Show a step-by-step explanation for solving a problem.**
This is more applicable to Engineering, Science and Math. It will be necessary for you to provide a step by step explanation on you you were able to come at that point on your answers. It’s good to justify your answer so students can understand it more.
**2. Explain the underlying concepts behind a problem.**
**3. When relevant, include links to outside examples and resources.**
Sources are highly recommend especially if you encountered questions about thesis or case study which needs sources or references for them to justify their answers. When you apply these images, links and resources always acknowledge it to avoid copyright or plagiarism.
**4. Check for accuracy and grammar.**
As a text-based tutor, you have to be accurate and be mindful of your grammar. This is the time get student’s trust on your work. I would like to suggest using Grammarly to help and make your work with clarity and correctness.
**5. Be original.**
Having an original work is an amazing work. Can you imagine you did something great and it’s a big achievement. We cannot avoid sometimes that we rely to other sources for us to understand more but we should make sure will not copy everything because if you did, Course hero will detect it and possibly will block your account. I suggest you to access in free Plagiarism checker to help you make everything easy and safe.
**FINDING QUESTIONS AND START TUTORING**
Here’s the very first step you need to do. You have to click continue answering questions and turn on t tutoring. Meaning you are about to receive questions and answered them.
**SAMPLE STUDENT’S QUESTION**
In student’s question section, you can see his or her photo but cannot click it or know more about student’s personal information. You are there to answer questions, remember that. In view of comments, you can add your concern there, for example, it’s lacking reference and this will directly notify the student. You were able to know too what content or topic is it as well as the rate of the questions. Questions will not only stick to $3 but it can go higher to $10.
**WHERE TO WRITE THE ANSWER?**
In answering the student’s questions, tutors will see two boxes where you can type your answer and explain. In the ANSWER box, I suggest you to paste the questions there so student can easily identify and be get in track. It will be nice to change the letters into bold style to emphasize. You don’t have to make it too long because you still have the chance to explain where you can expand your ideas and thoughts. Always remember that be precise with your answers and make it sure that it is really related to the questions or given topic.
**EXAMPLE ANSWERED QUESTIONS**
Here are some examples of answers. You have to be creative in styling your writing to avoid a boring style because I do believe, this adds the interest of the students. They will possibly comment on your work that there are a thorough explanation and clear formatting. Don’t be shocked if in the future you will experience some questions are far beyond your chosen subject, but then again, if you cannot make it, simple click the skip question button.
**RATING FROM THE STUDENTS**
On this part, You can review here the questions you had answered. The date, subjects, and kind of questions. There is a rating too. If you can get a helpful, no rating and unhelpful. This is where you can see and check if the time surpassed and able you to know how much now your pending earnings. It’s good to see many questions, it means how hard-working you are and able to help students who need help.
**CHECK NOTIFICATION**
What’s the importance of checking your notification? Well, this simply shows if your students accepted and commented on your answers. This will help you to be more updated in Course Hero on whatever important announcements regarding your students and your performance as well. If you reached almost $20, it will inform you that you are about to withdraw your earnings. That’s a good thing because the limitation is not too difficult to achieve.
**FEEDBACK AND COMMENTS**
When students rate your answer there will be two outcomes for that it could be helpful or unhelpful. When we say unhelpful, meaning the students did not accept your answer and you cannot earn from it. He or She must have possible reasons the way you answered it. It could be taking so long or unsatisfied answers. Second, when you received help then you earn from it. You can even see the student’s comments. Additional with this, if the student never rate it it’s fine because there is still a chance he or she will rate your work and accept it.
**HOW AND WHY SKIPPING QUESTIONS?**
As I mentioned before that during your application, you must decide on a final subject that you mastered or has the specialty because in some cases, you will encounter questions that are not related to your chosen subjects and chances are you have to skip the questions especially if there is no chance for you to answer it but this does not affect your performance. It’s better to be honest than answering a question but you don’t understand and this will result of “unhelpful” or student will not accept your answer. If you wish to skip questions, there are options for you to choose what could be your possible reason you will skip it. It will be better if you will give the exact reason. For example, the student wants you to answer questions about the story but he /she did not state there what is the title of the story. So, you can reason out there that there’s no reference and even leave a comment so that the student will be ware for another tutor to see his question. But if you have a stable internet connection and have time to search the mention characters from his question, possible you can find it.
Earn $10 per Question at COURSE HERO
**WHAT IS A COURSE HERO?**
COURSE HERO allows those people who are looking for an online job, earn an income at home and have more free time. All you have to do is to answer questions from college students around the world with over 10 million students. Your role for this job is to be a text-based tutor. You will not conduct a one on one video class or audio class. All you have to do is type, type, and type. The good thing is you can even use your mobile as long as you have a stable internet connection.
**REQUIREMENTS TO PREPARE:**
It’s no hassle to prepare your documents because Course Hero will need only the following requirements:
1 copy of your Educational Background that includes your College Diploma, Teaching Certificates on your experiences (TESOL, TEFL, IELTS), Professional License I.d, and your Transcript of Records. If you are in College, you can upload a copy of your grades on that specific semester as proof that you are in College.
1 copy of any government-issued i.d and here are the following: SSS I.d, Philhealth, Passport I.d, PRC i.d, Student I.d (College)
1 copy of selfie holding your i.d
If you don’t have any soft copy of your documents, you can go to the play store or google store and install an app “scanner” to scan your files and creates a clear photo. Make sure it is not blurry.
**SEARCH COURSE HERO**
You need to go to Google and type in the search box Course Hero. Since you are an applicant, You have to click the Become Tutor because if not you will be registered as a student.
**COURSE HERO OFFICIAL WEBSITE**
This is how it looks like when you reach their official website and click Apply Now. I am going to provide a link so that it is easy for you to access.
Click this link: https://www.coursehero.com/become-a-tutor/
**CREATE A TUTOR ACCOUNT**
When you create an account make sure to write on your notes the correct email address, password and username so that you will not forget any information just in case you will accidentally log out of your account. There’s a possibility that they will create your username or they will suggest it in the box.
**MASTERY OF THE SUBJECTS**
The good thing about Course Hero is, it is open to all professions because you can choose your specialization of subjects. Since I am an English Teacher so I preferred English Writing and Literature. But you can choose as many as you want and the more you choose, the more questions will come unto you on its corresponding subjects. You just have to make sure that your answers are connected to the students’ questions.
**FILLING IN THE INFORMATION**
I would like you to follow the instructions carefully. You have to enter your complete name phone number and the country you are residing in. Be honest about your answers as they will reflect the documents that you submitted. There is a corner there where you have to describe your professional background and 1-2 paragraphs will do. Be mindful of your grammar and sentence structures.
**3 QUESTIONS ON EDUCATIONAL AND PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND VERIFICATION**
a. A resume or C.V is not accepted so provide a document according to what the company needs.
b. Submit a clear photo and personal information on your i.d
c. Your photo should be visible. Try to find a white background and wear professional attire
**CHECK EMAIL FOR UPDATES**
After submitting the requirements and filling in the form you have to check your inbox in the email address you registered. And this is what I received from them informing me to wait 5-7 working days for approval.
**FINALLY! I PASSED!**
It’s been a week I was waiting for the approval and glad to know that I successfully made it. It was an easy application as long as you will provide the correct requirements. You don’t have to undergo a demo, interview, or exam since this is an independent provider.
**WHAT MAKES A COURSE HERO GOOD AT?**
After I explore about course hero here is my summarization of things making it good to work on. Others may find this a bit hassle because your capacity of answering the questions is tested according to the level of your knowledge but other resources will help you through to surpass all. I would like you to read of these to lift you and be motivated.
**IMPORTANT REMINDERS**
Thank you everyone for taking the time to read this blog. I am here to share my knowledge and give hope to individuals to have an opportunity to work. Don’t miss my next blog about how to answer questions in Course hero and tips to give a precise and good answer. Goodbye and Thank you!
How To Make Yourself Busy
Are you bored already and stuck at home for nothing? Nevermind about it because I am willing to share my ideas to make you busy and be productive.
Today I am going to give 4 examples in order for you to learn new things, enhance your skills, enjoy these activities and soon you can encourage everybody to do the same of what you're into.
**Capturing Photos**
It is not necessary to have an expensive camera just prepare your mobile phone and click. For you to practice, first you conduct an indoor photoshoot such as different corners in your house, foods and even beautiful things you can get at home. It's a good start for you to work on.
If you are an outdoor person well, chances are getting more. This helps you to socialize with people, discover what's trendy and get engage outside to met new friends, and hear amazing life stories.
**Play online games and earned.**
Nowadays it's becoming popular playing blockchain games. As I am into this field, I want you to know that playing games just for fun is not enough. It could be way better if you play, have fun, and earn too. For more details about the game where your hard work will be paid back, please be updated on my future blogs because soon it will be my topic. I'm going to show the details and well explained the steps on how to earn through playing online games.
**Creative Writing**
Read. Cash is a platform that will help you if you have the dedication and passion for writing. This is your chance to show what you got. Different topics are welcome as long as it's not against the community. This is going to be your hub to share your ideas, feelings, and experiences. It can be a poem, essay, speech, and freewriting.
**Attend free webinars**
Since we are now virtuals. People from businesses, companies, entertainment, education are into online. This was a big work to adjust and adapt to the new enviroment. And through this, there are many free webinars offered and you should grab every chance because this will expand your vocabulary and sharpened your macro skills that include speaking listening, writing, reading.
That's it for tonight. I'll be glad to hear your interest to get involved with these fun and fruitful activities. If you have your own thoughts regarding this, I am happy to entertain you. Good bye
Foods I got when I was working abroad
All of us are working hard to survive. There are many ways how to get motivated despite feeling tired, stress, and giving up. Working abroad is far different from working in a place where you are near your family. We need to sacrifice to give support and sustain life. But I was able to wake up, smile, and be positive every time I go to work. I am so thankful because my fiancé was there for me always to prepare food and this is one thing I love about her. How she is dedicated and passionate in the field of cooking. There are countless yummy foods she prepared for me for almost 8 years together. Today, I will give some of the delicious and creative preparation made by her where I luckily took photos of it during my breakfast or lunch breaks.
***-Quick breakfast-***
This is one of my favorites of her. I usually have this if she is having a short time. She is the type of person who always serves you fresh ones. I love the way she put her best in making this, can you imagine she wakes up around 3:30 in the morning and starts to cook because she leaves home at 4:30 in the morning. I like the idea of the mini pizza sliced with cheese. It’s not a quick melt type of cheese which is good. Combining these here together creates a heavy breakfast because of the wheat bread and boiled eggs. I partnered this meal with black tea in the office.
***-Crispy chicken strips with broccoli-***
I highly salute the way she makes her crispy chicken, I don’t know the secret ingredients of it but for sure it’s full of love that’s why it came into a portion of good food. I squeezed the lemon throughout it and mix it well. Even if it’s a dry dish but I still have broccoli and lemon that are very healthy. This is a balanced food. It’s perfect!
**-Tropical Hawaiian fruits-**
This is exactly heaven. By looking at it, I can picture out SUMMER. I was able to try some fruits for the first time when I went abroad such as Kiwis, Strawberry, and Dragon fruit. They taste fantastic. Oh, look at that, how she able to add mixed peanuts like cashew nuts, almonds, Crude almonds, and Hazelnuts. I could ask for more on this. My workmates are always excited every time I opened my lunch bag because they expect everyday colorful and creative foods I have.
**-Fruit barbeque-**
I am proud of how generous she is to give some of my workmates to try this kind of food work. As you can see there are winter melon, cucumber, dates, and kiwis on the stick. This reminds me of when we had our camping in the desert.
**-Cucumber and Lemon with mint-**
I am not only having good food but also a nice drink. Of course, I am not only having clear water but she makes sure to add some to make it even healthier. Cucumber and Lemon are good for detoxifying. I can really feel the difference if I drink of this. She just makes it every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday so that I will not have enough acid from the lemon because sometimes my tummy can’t make it.
It is a nice feeling if there are people who cared for us with full of focus and determination and I am thankful because I have her.
Someone’s care can make a difference. It will us to keep going and never give up on whatever trials we faced. That’s all for tonight. A healthy Saturday!
A Normal Rainy Day: 1st Week of January
Good afternoon everyone. How's the weather in your place? well, here in my town it's raining. I am so in love embracing the coldness. Today I just wanted to share random photos I took when I had the chance to visit Dalaguete, Sea wall.
Along with my walking, I saw these men who are having their great time resting. You can see their big smiles how happy are they in their resting place. Actually, I am thankful because there were lots of Co-Filipinos who lost their jobs due to the Pandemic upon seeing this, makes me happy because I know having a job is a big help to provide for the family's needs.
I am a food lover. I love tasting different kinds of foods. I wanted to share my latest favorite this time and that's chicken proven. What I like the most is it's crispiness and well marinated that soothe my taste buds. If you are in the city, you can buy it from the restaurants and expect a higher cost but this man? sells only 20 pesos on a plate.
To let you know, Sea wall is a park facing the sea. Dalaguetenons preferred spending their time exploring here. As you can see, they are busy putting their stuff for their food stalls. The peak hours where it will be more people is in the evening around 6:00 onwards. There are some extended stores near the port area and it came back as well as a place where they gather all together with the products and we called it in Bisaya "bagsakan"
The last part is, I met this little kid named Jomar who spends most of his afternoons walking around the Sea wall. He said it became his hobby to come most of the day every time when he is done with all the household chores. He shared with me too that he and his friends love to go swimming at the beach early in the morning because they always wait for the sunrise. Wow! I am totally amazed by his words. I can really relate to how he loves sunrise.
A New Journey to Step On
" I am fed up" this was the sentence that came to my mind yesterday night which helped me to be on this first journey in the month of September. It's been many times I heard and received comments from people about how I gained a lot this year. When I had my medical in the past few weeks, I was shocked about my recent weight which was 84 kg. I know that it's really surprising because I did not use to have this kind of weight before but I would like to say that there are many reasons behind this gaining weight. The problem with some careless people they were uncontrolled with their tongues saying bad comments about what I had been through even if some were meant into jokes but deep inside it hurts. I am a human. I have feelings too.
I realized at this stage of my life who are those people who will stay with you no matter what will happen. Through ups and downs, they are right next to you to support and value who you are. I am aware that abnormal weight is not good, there were just times that I cannot discipline myself due to series of distractions, stress and even toxic relationship with some people and I find eating habits helped me to overcome what I am feeling. Nobody is perfect. I cannot pursue something if I am not committed to doing it so but starting today " I will make a CHANGE".
For those people who always follow or seen my posts when it comes to mountains. This simply reflects what I love and where I am comfortable. So I decided to go to Lugsangan Peak which was one of the best peaks to visit here in Dalaguete, Cebu. There were many times I'd been here but for today, I choose this place to express all the emotions I am having. I need to relax my self and free my mind from judgments. Cleanse my heart with no worries. I want to see the great self-reflection of why I am born and what's my great purpose in life. As a quick share, I am really into mountains when I am not okay because I find it as the safest place for me.
Even though it was a failure when we arrived there with my cousin because it was temporarily closed, I am still blessed to see the beauty of nature and this kind of trip makes me feel to relive. I need to be in a positive view so I took advantage of their comments into something which encouraged me to do more better version of myself. I will take revenge but in a harmless way. I will stay do something for myself to let them realize that I am an amazing creature no matter the size and promote "equality treatment to individuals. I will kill them, kill with kindness. I know there was part of their words push me to create something awesome for who I am.
Aside from hiking mountains, I am fond of road trips as well. Mostly you see on my travels that my mode of transportation is my motorbike. When I wanted to free myself I'll just take my key and ride on it and go to the places where I will be motivated just what happened today. In addition to my journey, I would like to share some things I witnessed in the place most specifically the roads. There were really big changes. I think tourists in the future will be happy and have fun to visit here because it's accessible and easy to drive on compared to my first time coming here which are really impossible to get in but still the van driver managed it since he went there many times too.
Today's post might be a little dramatic but I would like you to know that I am still doing great and blessed for every day's chances that God has given me and to my family. I know this is not an easy walk of life but little by little I'll be in the place, a right place where full of appreciation, love and acceptance. For sure some of you have your own circumstances in life. I am just hoping that we will be united as one to surpass these challenges.
My message to those people who never see themselves of their wrongdoings, I am wishing that they will be open-minded and mind their own life because we have our own differences. It's okay to remind someone but being respectful should always be there and I think this is what most people love to have. Before I will end this blog, let's keep on our mind that we are UNIQUE. There is something within us that others don't have. Let's promote kindness here and continue life with full of hopes and goals.
I am very excited guys for the upcoming journeys of mine and I would love to share it here in Hive. I would like to apologize on these past few weeks that I was not able to create something that you expect for, just like what I said that, I will not force myself if I am not committed for something else. Always remember, doing things you love with passion will result with a great payback not just for yourself but to others as well.
Lastly, I would like to continue on my objectives to promote what my place have just like today's photos, you can see how fantastic the scenery is. I am still into something where I am encouraging everyone to visit my place soon if everything will back to normal. Thank you for letting your time borrowed to read my blog. If you wish to add your own bright ideas regarding this concern, you feel free to leave a comment in the box and if you have suggestions for me to capture something if you love to see more around my place please let me know. Stay safe everyone.
What's best of staying alone
Each of us has its own differences. We accept who we are but others won't or we don't accept who we are then others will. Life is full of games so you must play harder. Surrounded by people doesn't guarantee that we are in a good place because pretentious people are everywhere and they are really hard to catch because they wear a mask behind their real image. That's why I preferred to be alone sometimes because I feel at myself without worries to be judged or to by somebody else. There are times I heard from them that I have my own world where myself is the only one who can understand some may laugh because I traveled on my own most of the time but I don't see any wrong from it. The important is that I don't step anybody's dignity. I am happy with what I am doing and grateful for every place I went to.
I can concentrate more and captured amazing shots when I'm alone. This doesn't stop there. I am still open with everybody I am just trying to share some part of my life where I find more interest of being alone. How about you? Let me know your thoughts.
An Epic But Worth It | Cangkalanog Falls Alegria
Today is another adventurous day with my cousin Joseph. Supposed to be it's gonna be solo travel but for my safety, I need him to be with me on this journey. I passed this place many times every time I go to my hometown. I can see a signboard that encourages me to tour the place but I just really don't have the time. Since I am free today, I decided to go there and discover what's behind this spring since many tourists had been through this place.
It was not an easy journey because there is no available tourist guide to help us reach the spot. We just tried our very best how we can surpass the tricky way but sad to say, we were lost and was not able to go there. I really love to visit the place to see, witness, and promote as well what our place has.
We met common people there as well and they tried to share their experiences about drinking fresh water. This was served as their daily drinking water to survive
We think another idea of how we can surely spend the rest of the day and not waste our time by going there, so we went to Alegria which is another municipality. As you can see in my old blogs, I'd been to Cambais Falls in Alegria but this time we will go farther, and here we are in Cangkalanog Falls.
Another reason why I really tried to explore is to set free my stress and troubled thoughts these past few days. I am into the water more this time that's why first in spring and second falls. As I had mentioned before that tourist spots were closed due to Covid-19 and I am still blessed there are still good people letting us in. I know we are not allowed but I just want to clarify, I or we always follow the main protocols such as social distancing and wearing masks. As a concerned citizen, I always maintain what good things our place can do by simply acting the right ones.
Cangkalanog Falls
I was very excited about this second destination but then again it's a failure because the water is not in a good condition since we were experiencing heavy rain last night which caused unclear water. Even though it's not successful but I am still grateful for this day. This exploration of mine taught me how to work hard for me to reach what I have to, to be patient at all times, and learn to appreciate every little thing that happened because it matters.
I have no bad feedback on why this travel is an epic failure because though it rained heavily last night, I am happy because farmers too are happy since in the past few days it was very hot. Once again thank you everybody for taking the time to read my blog and I hope you will be with me for my second visit and see what are more things to discover behind those amazing scenery.
A True Definition of Unity
It was a big loss when it comes to the source of income from my people in our municipality. Dalaguete is a province of Cebu which is popular with its so-called "Vegetable Basket of Cebu". It's about two weeks ago when the news went viral and was even featured from a popular Documentary show in the Philippines "KMJS". Loads of delivery trucks throwing the vegetables most specifically to cabbage.
You can compare how much you can buy cabbage from your favorite stores or supermarket but you can't believe in reality during the great loss, you will almost have it for a peso because it's not sold and rotten. Through the help of social media, it was notified by the government of Cebu and other people who got an interest to save those wasted ones. One of the governors from Cebu South, took the responsibility to order those loads of cabbages.
We may encounter this kind of obstacle but beyond grateful for every day's blessings we have. During this pandemic, we can see who are those good samaritans and unexpected good people who have a helping hand to lend their help to one another. Let's always remember, we should not give up on whatever trials we face on, be a hard-working person because all those sacrifices will be paid off for sure at the perfect time. Thank you, everyone, and cheers to our great farmers out there!
It's Not About The APPEARANCE: Let's GO DEEPER.
I do a deep realization of my thoughts and soul for what I perceived today how abusive words can change someone’s life. We can’t live in a perfect life even though you are born with a silver spoon. Each of us should go the same path from joy to broken and this test how firm we are in any circumstances in life. Since we are now living in a world with high technology, we can be judged anytime and anywhere. The worst thing in this world is how people losses their tongues by spitting unacceptable words which could possibly the hindrance why we get stuck or lose interest in how to make ourselves progress in a good condition. No matter how we try to escape from reality but still reality hits hard.
As part of my routine for me to breathe fresh air and meditate, I often saw this man near the shore. I heard lots of stories about what happened to this man but I am not the type of person who will stay there according to other people’s talks but I am into exploring from his good sides. Mistakes taught the best part of life because it’s where we learn. I am just trying to see what are the good things this man did and how people grateful to have him. This kind of situation in life really teaches us how important to us to someone. For instance, you are wealthy of whatever you now then you are as good as a perfume, people love to stick on you but when you have nothing, true friends can be counted in fingers.
What I am trying to emphasize here is that, No matter how we know or not know the person we should not say anything bad because we are not aware how sensitive the person is and we should not easily believe the hear and say because it doesn’t bring any good at all.
People judged according to his appearance and telling me I don’t deserve to talk to a person like him because he’s not stable then I can tell to myself who cares? I tried to approach him in a nice way though it was not successful because he was not responding but I totally understood why and I respect that. We may not able to have a chance to talk but I am happy enough watching him every morning sitting on his favorite seat and by simply looking at the sea and most of the mornings by the sunrise.
The image tries to portray how peaceful life will be without any distractions or not surrounded by toxic people. I do hope this short blog of mine teaches us that we can extend our help to someone no matter what his or her past was because everyone deserves a chance.
The Fish Market Experience
To all my friends here who never stop following on my posts knew already that I am born and raised from the province specifically in mountain areas but aside from that I’d been having an interest too when it’s come to fishing. Let’s go back in when I am still staying in abroad. It was not really easy to adjust and adapt especially when it comes to foods. I myself considered a food eater from vegetables to a different set of Filipino meals. My place where I stayed for 2 years, is near to a common and cheap supermarket.
It will only take about 5 minutes through walking. I am going to share my experienced when I was in the fish section. I was really disappointed because it happened to me three times were the fish, squid and shrimps were not fresh and the smell was really bad. As you can ask, I was the one who picked, but I have other things to do to buy other stuff so I let it stay there but without knowing, they mixed some which aren’t acceptable. From that day on, I started to throw up every time I see or smell from those mentioned seafood. As part of our dietary meals, our body needs to for this kind of food such as seafood. I was glad that my girlfriend invited me to come over to the Sharjah Fish Market. It was really a huge spacious market which is not only for fish. They also offer meat, fruits, and vegetables which is a perfect place to buy fresh goods and cheap as well.
I can see how other Filipinos love to buy there too. I’d been to this place many times already from the day I liked it. I could still remember I was craving a “Larang” actually a hot fish soup serving from my place. Though I was not able to have the exact fish but still glad to cook my own kind of version. Every Friday became our schedule to go there since it’s the only day off I had. I enjoyed it there and happy that from now on I am having fresh and no regrets at the end when going back home.
I can see also the big changes that happened from the market since it did not look like that before. I like the new process because it’s more organized and clean. Since I am now in the Philippines, I can simply go fishing with my cousins for free and fresh as well which makes the best part of my journey. Thanks, everyone and has an amazing night.
Aguinid Falls Adventure in Samboan, Cebu
Happy Thursday ! I will tour you around the second destination we visited with my family when I had my first vacation in the Philippines. Come with me and I'll take you to the province of Samboan. Honestly, guys, this was really an unexpected visit because we were having only around road trips. We'd been to other places but in the Hot spring, it was closed due to maintenance. As part of the Filipino way of having fun or family bonding, we always have ready foods for us to have something to eat, and Lechon with hanging rice was always present since Cebu is very popular when it comes to it. When we arrived, we ate first for our lunch. I am glad because the tourists and staff there were accomodating and friendly I can really feel their warm welcome.
We rented safety shoes that are good for climbing those huge rocks from the falls. As far as I remember it will take from level 1 to level 6 how basic to challenging the falls is. We registered our names as part of their rules and it really cost more since we are about more than 12 people including everything. Before we started the tour, their representative had a short seminar to us of what are the dos and don'ts.
I like this kind of experience because this is considered a bit challenging. In level one, we need to be extra careful to climb by holding the firm rope that served as our main source to remain balance. It was a jaw-dropping aside from its scenic view but the color of the water too which one of my favorite that I always look for when it comes to like this water adventure.
Though it's not the province I am born in, I am always proud of whatever the Philippines can represent the different tourists all over the world. It was really good to hear from my ears the positive compliments from the people who were able to see how beautiful it is. The important is that they are enjoying and learn to love whatever amazing spots we are having from food to culture.
I could not remember on what level we are in when there was a particular place where I find it too difficult to climb and come back down. It really needs two assistants from top to bottom. Then I questioned myself, for what I am here? I have to face this and glad that I was able to surpass it. I feel relaxed specifically my feet since there were fish massaging my feet and as far as I know, it's good to dip it in with those fish because it will take off the dead skin.
At the end of the day, it was tiring yet another treasured moment to keep. This made me realized that there are more places here in the Province of South that I need to explore. I am very excited about my upcoming adventures and I will make sure guys that you will love it and decided to come here to Cebu to visit. Let's pray that we heal all as one as our countries suffering in. To God be the glory! Thanks to those people who never stop supporting my blogs and always there through ups and downs. You guys are one of my inspiration while I'm still kicking in this passion of mine. Let's continue supporting one another.
Unexpected Pre-Birthday Photo Session - Open for Constructive Criticism
My love of photography encouraged me to explore more. What I am going to share tonight happened at an unexpected time. While I was strolling around my place with our dogs, I suddenly saw my common friend who is an experienced and expert photographer. He asked me for a specific person as his client on that day to do a Pre-birthday session and it was a perfect moment because I used to know the person he was looking for.
We had a long talk about photography regarding ups and downs as a freelancer while waiting for his client. I helped my friend to set up the kid's stuff and so on.
During the session, the kid was very active and was not able to cooperate at the beginning. I suddenly realized that my creativeness in mind can possibly be changed depending on the child's mood or shall we shay expectation versus reality. So what we did, we get the favorite toy of the boy and place it on the top or right next to the camera for us to easily catch the child's attention. As part of the job, we had to get ourselves involved such as playing with the kid.
In terms of technicalities of the exposure setting, we don't find it difficult though it's a natural light because it's a sweet spot or in another saying, it was around 4:00-5:00 o'clock in the afternoon. At the end of the day, we had fun and happy with the outcome of the unexpected activity on my part. Actually, this was my first time doing a pre-birthday shoot with a kid and I am glad I am with my good friend on that day.
Paling-paling (Cliff) Road | Travel and History
A good Friday to everyone. Today I am going to share an interesting experience for what I had this day. I am grateful that I was able to visit the place where I always wish to go not just for its relaxing view but the story behind the place. My motorbike was actually a big help because I reached the place at a very fast speed since I am trying to budget the time because I want to witness the amazing sky formation. My main objective for doing this is to show the big changes and how this made successfully.
This place is what we called "Paling-paling". It is a big success when this was done because it gave a big impact on the residents of Dalaguete. This was served as the pathway on how people from Poblacion can access on their way to Mantalongon. It is a big help because there is an interconnectedness from town to town. I could not imagine if this was not opened for sure it will give a hard life to individuals.
Way back in History, As you can see the old photo on how dangerous the road was. There was no safety most specifically from the left side if you are about to pass the road from Poblacion. There was no support such as walls or brick in order to avoid falling from the top to the stream below. According to the experienced residents, every time they pass this road they were hoping that there will be no other vehicles they will face on since it's a one-way road only. So they need to give a signal by horning if there are other vehicles coming. I heard too that there were people found hand grenade that was used to bomb the big hard rocks that were still unbothered which was the reason why it took long years to achieve this.
In 1890, the 16th Parish Priest in San Guillermo church who was Fray Urbano Alvarez initiated to open a road leading to Mantalongon but it took years for them to built until Governor Cuenco provided prisoners who have minor sentences to help as labor work to achieve their goals. In 1938, it was the said year where a confirmation opens access from Poblacion to Mantalongon.
Recently, there are still workers continuously widening the road to give chance especially those big trucks that are used to deliver fresh vegetables to the city. By this opening road, it gave big advantages and here are the following list of how it's improving:
An opportunity for residents to be in the field of agriculture businesses.
Accessibility of any kind of vehicle.
The interconnectedness of the Dalaguetenons from town to town.
Way easier and comfortable living.
and lastly, this served as a tourist spot with its history. Tourists were able to explore more and discover what makes Dalaguete a place to visit in.
Thank you guys for reading. I am hoping you can relate in my today's blog especially those people who have an experience like what my province had.
**Gear:**
Samsung Galaxy Note 9
Gardening Chilies at Home (Siling Labuyo)
The majority of us were affected due to Pandemic. In the first month, it was a bit okay because we can still able to provide what our family needs but it started to change our views when every citizen is still suffering and made every single day harder on how to sustain the members of the family.
It became popular in my country to have barter or as we all know "exchange of goods" thru online. Each and everyone has their own way on how to survive. Since I am experienced planting any kind of fruits and vegetables so I decided to use the free lots in our front yard to do gardening of Siling Labuyo or commonly known as Chili Pepper. It was so easy to plant in my other house in the mountain since it is a perfect place because the weather adds help to maintain the veggies.
I am thankful for this challenge because I became more creative in such a way to survive in day to day living. I have many plants at home but tonight I will show the first part of my garden. I think this is a good idea because I can save money since this type of chili is very expensive by the kilogram. I can easily pick it for my fiancee to make varieties of sauces where chili is one of the main ingredients.
It is easy to do this kind of plant as long as you know how to value it. By this, it realizes that I am capable of another aspect of life. I can be more resourceful in my own way. Every time we cook our meals I am glad to eat the foods especially seeing the ingredient that is part of my hard work. I encourage everyone to start planting because this can save you financially and one of the best things to is that it may look like boring green leafy vegetables but it can feed fouth to fifth hungry tummy. The lesson we will learn is that no matter how small it is, it has a big value and we must learn how to be patient because what we planted is what we sow.
Repotting Arrowhead Plant (Syngonium podophyllum)
In the previous blog, I had mentioned about activities like gardening in the small lot in front of our house. Today I love to share the new member of our houseplants which is an arrowhead vine or also known as African green. We have some potting of this plant in the vacant lot of our house. This time we transfer it on a bigger pot and put it inside our house.
The Bothered Nature
I am really disappointed with how some people so irresponsible about their own waste. We are thankful enough because our municipality is allowing people to do outdoor activities by simply following the protocols. I remembered last time I visited this place when I took a video shoot for my new friend who is Lito known as an expert biker here in our place, I can't count how many people roaming around from kids, teenagers to aged ones.
Then days after I saw in the news that policemen were controlling the area because there were many complaints. Instead of a good place to hike but they used it as a hangout place especially to the teenagers below the age required and it was seen as well that some of them were not wearing masks and no social distancing.
I cannot imagine now how it changed. I and my fiancé were used to stopping on this spot to watch sunset or sunrise and the beautiful ocean without people but now? Every time you will visit there, you'll expect more than 15-20 people doing their own way of fun.
Actually, it was good news because people won't get bored staying at home but when they were given chance, they took it for granted. Others are doing picnics or food trips and after they left their trashes. I am imagining if they still don't know how to discipline how much more they can bring a big cause in our nature.
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Sunrise and Hope
I had a great realization for my blog tonight and a bit sad about the bad news that happened in my province. I would like to share the tragic happened days ago about three siblings who were drowned in the river ages 11,9 and 4 years old. They were seven of them including their other 2 siblings but unlucky the three of them were not able to survive.
It's a painful process on how to move on with the addition of the pandemic we are facing on. I really wanted to extend my help and prayers to the family. Upon looking at my photos I paused for a short time and think for bigger ideas and points of view in life.
By staring at the photos which show Sunrise it reminds me about HOPE. At first its really difficult to accept the accident but there are reasons and purposes why they stayed on this earth for a short time.
My sympathy is on the family because I knew the feeling of how to lose a loved one especially your brother or any siblings in the family. The good thing about nature is that it helps us how to live longer, to keep pushing for what might tomorrow brings, and I find symbolic nature such as Sunrise that is one of my inner strength to keep going positively in life and always grateful for every single day chance to breathe, experience and wake up for another day.
If I have these strong emotions which I wanted to express, I am trying to find a peaceful place where I can concentrate and meditate to release the unwanted.
I'd love to hear what are your thoughts or understanding about sunrise because, for me, it's like a magnet that trying to push me harder to be the best version of myself and always remember that I should value the life given to me and continue to do good things to others.
This Sunrise Brightened My Day
It's another productive day for me. As usual, I started my day from a sweaty morning. I felt relaxed when I do biking because I consider this as one of the best fun activities to do to stay fit and healthy. It's been a long time I haven't pass some areas I used to pass by so I am glad I was able to see it again and it very refreshing on my part because I can feel the presence of our great nature.
Watching the sunrise and hearing the wave of the ocean is a perfect combination to start my day in good vibes. I was having fun so I was on a solo journey which I prefer as well because I can stay focused on my goals on that particular day.
Through my Canon 5d mk2, I was able to capture this kind of moment in my life through it's simple I am always thankful for every single day and every chance to stay alive on this earth we live in. This is one of the best ways to do especially if you're getting bored already inside the house specifically it's been long months due to pandemic we are having more time at home. It's still advisable we need to add so smell and breathe fresh air.
Seashells On The Seashore | a motivational day
At exactly 4:00 in the afternoon, we left the house and traveled for about 5-6 minutes to reach in our destination. Here's another simple family bonding. My mother was happy too to hear that we are going to the sea to collect shells that are edible because it's a perfect time to cook a hot soup to serve in dinner.
Before that, we make sure that we follow the rules, for instance, wearing masks and social distancing which are necessary to avoid the virus.
I was excited as well because it's been years I haven't do this kind of doing. When we reached there, we saw people who started collecting shells and busy making a living.
What amazed me the most were the kids, I was touched when I heard them saying: Wow! I caught the big one! This is good enough for our meal this evening. Do you hear that? It simply shows how hard-working these children are, who have matured thinking who look forward to what tomorrow may bring to them by finding ways to survive.
It's wonderful how these young ones are more focused on this kind of chores than spending or wasting their time for something that is non-benefittable.
I do hope other new generations will still appreciate how to strive harder in order to achieve something that can give a big help for every member of the family. Being poor is not a hindrance for us not to get what we wanted to happen but with great determination and patient, everything is possible by believing yourself that you can and you will do it.
A Simple Bond With My Family
Due to the pandemic, my parents are getting busier. Before they were used to have a business trip every other day but it's been 3 months from now day by day they need to leave our home around 5:00 am to go in the main market where they can prepare the vegetable orders from their customers and most likely they will arrive in the house at 1 o'clock to half past 1 in the afternoon.
Gladly today it's their free day early in the morning so we decided to go to the beach because it's been a long time we didn't bond together as one outside. We have all same favorite place to relax which is the beach where most likely people love to spend in too.
It was perfect timing as well because my eldest sister has her day off today that's why she was able to join us. It's not easy as my sister's job as a front liner, she was late so busy doing her work stuff.
I really love my family how simple they are on choosing where and how to get chill. They always chose nature such as beautiful scenery like this. My both parents really like to dip their body most especially their legs and feet to let the veins get relax which they find a big help.
I always miss this kind of bonding with the family. Despite being busy with our respective works in life, we still able to manage how we can have time for each other.
We as children of our beloved parents always realize that despite our parents are working so hard and less time with us, we should give time with them to bond and have a great time because this could possibly help them to lift up with all the challenges they were facing on.
As our parents grow older, we should show them how we love them, how we care for them and let them feel that they are always remembered though we are growing older too.
One of the best ideas I can do is to spend my time with my parents to see this kind of catchy sky, beautiful beach and amazing sunrise which is a perfect place to keep in touch with each other.
My First Time Experience of Pre - Christening Photoshoot - open for constructive criticism
As a photographer, I have to be flexible in different types of photography. Tonight I will share my captured photos from my client. I should be a risk-taker because I believe through that, it will teach me to do more beyond my capabilities. As a first-timer, I should make a good impression because this will be the way to get your client's trust and interest in their upcoming events.
One day my colleague contacted me and inquiring if I am available for Christening shoot. At first, I hesitate to do it but later on, I decided to why not give it a try. On the first day, we did the shoot at their home as a pre-christening for them to use the photos for tarpaulin, souvenirs, and invitation cards. It was not easy in the beginning since I am dealing with a baby who is a mood changer and I have to be extra careful as well since we all know that babies are sensitive enough. For additional details, the small anklet you can see is part of our tradition specifically to the young ones it serves as their protection from harm, bad spirits, and to stay healthy that is according to the belief.
When we arrived in the house, while we were setting my photography stuff, we make sure the child is in good condition such as a full tummy from a mother's milk so that he is ready for the photoshoot. The parents were very excited because it's their first time to have a family photograph together in a formal way. It was a sweet act also because the three of them have the same shirt's caption.
As parents, we always make sure to give our best for our children. Just like this experience, these photos will be forever treasured and served as a souvenir to keep and to look back when the child grows. By showing the shots, can retell the story. I really had fun too on the second day because it was the official celebration. There were many visitors who attended and had long talks since mostly where there were my friends.
I can really see how people nowadays adopted the new way of celebrating baptism because there were parents who will undergo pre -christening and post christening which was really far beyond the old days. But I see the good side from here because it shows creativeness and can give more opportunities to our dear photographers as well. This has been part of the trending and every individual is slowly welcoming the new tradition. To my co-photographer out there especially those who are still in the stage of learning new stuff just keep going, keep learning because, with great hard work, it will pay off everything that you've to invest to. Thanks, everyone for taking time reading and watching these captured photos of mine. I hope you like it.
Casino Peak The Chocolate Hills Of Cebu
In today's blog, I will show you the second popular Peak my hometown has which is known as "Casino Peak or Lugsangan Peak". Actually my place still has many peaks which are not yet discovered. Possibly there are 5-10 peaks in total. This was the picked choice we wanted to visit with my family when I had my vacation in the Philippines after long years abroad. Before this, we went to Aguinid falls in Samboan then decided to have a round road trip. It's like from my hometown straight to south then back again to my place. While on our way to the Casino Peak, the roads were not that good. It was a rocky road. I was just praying at that time that our vehicle can survive because if not, I don't know where we will stay since shops or stores aren't accessible or available.
When we reached our destination, the representative welcomed us. They were easy to deal with. The entrance fee per adult is only 20 Philippine peso. Now you wonder why they are asking for fees aside for their minimum salary, they used it too for maintaining the beauty and environment of the peak. I highly advise that if you have the interest to go here, you should always prepare for the necessary stuff in order for you to feel more comfortable. It took me 15 minutes before I reached the top. Honestly, it was tricky to walk up high because there are some plants that are itchy and irritating. I almost quit in the middle but I realize, what's the point of going there?
I am so proud of myself because I successfully made it. Out of twelve persons but only the seven of us who were able to pass it through. I can imagine to myself that the peak brought me to heaven. As they said, only 5 pesos fare needed then I can reach the sky. It was funny but it is true. The clear white clouds were unbelievable. I was able to see the other popular peak which is Osmena Peak. The islands were seen too and I can see the other province of Moalboal which was common in Sardines run and other beautiful white beaches. It was nice there to spend the summer vacation or holidays. I am planning for my second visit there soon.
Your legs will feel shaky because a single mistake can cause your death. It is not an easy experience when you really wanted to have good shots on that place. While taking care of your camera you have to be double careful for yourself too for safety. The reaching point is not good for camping or staying at night since the flat pace is not enough to accommodate people or set tents up there not like in Kandungaw Peak which is good for a staycation because they have huts or another small wooden house for their tourists who have plans to stay overnight.
I like the good intentions of my family because aside from going to expensive restaurants or resorts they chose to do this challenging experience because they wanted to release sweat and a calming place. It's been a year I haven't back there. I am excited about the next visit if there are changes or improvement in the peak and do fun things which I haven't do before.
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My favorite Funshoot Model -Untouched Images
**Gear: Camera: Canon 80D Lens: 50 mm 1.8 STM**
The Abandoned and Forgotten Ones
Life is so beautiful if we have what we wish for. As humans, we have our own goals in life to achieve something that is why we keep pushing ourselves to the limit to be satisfied with what we aim but the question is, after having it for years will it still valuable? That’s the question that needs an answer. In today’s blog, you may find it weird or not too attractive to see the shown photos. If you felt a lack of interest to go deeper then you will miss half of your life to see the real beauty and stories behind these objects. Expect yourself to learn lots of lessons by the time you finish reading the whole post. I would like to create something unique yet an eye-opener for everybody on how to feel neglected and forgotten that once brought happiness or memories in your life.
WHO'S BEEN HERE?
To begin with, it is an old rusty cement chair. This was located near the seashore. There were only fewer people visiting that place since there are now more attractive spots for tourists with their amazing entertainment, beach resorts, and restaurants. If I have to choose, I rather stay here. Based on my experiences before, this place has always been the best spot to witness the sunset. The new generation nowadays, preferred for the trendy ones where they have their own reasons which I respect, but this is the place I can suggest where you could possibly dream about your future plans in life. So good to know who was the last person who’s been there before the lockdown, For sure he or she was having a great time. I can’t wait to go back from this memorable place.
*“Yourself deserves a pat on your shoulder. You have the free will to relax your inner self and see the beauty of God’s creation.”*
**“HOW IT LIGHTENS UP?”**
Light symbolizes illumination and literally it is. In the past, it was not easy for a family to have any single light at home where only rich people can afford it. In Filipino culture, having a dinner with family with lamplight completes the whole evening. In my own opinion, a home with a light is a home full of hopes in life. So what’s your story on how light brightens you? As good citizens, we should be responsible enough for every action we do. Learn to conserve energy. The irresponsible ones are the kind of people who don’t know how to give importance. Try to imagine based on the news that I saw, there was one kid who tried his best to study in the street at night and depending on a lamp post in order for him to do his homework. If a kid can do it, then we can do it!
*“We should learn how to work for the things we wish to have because hard work pays back. Note that!”*
**“CHEERS FOR THE MEMORIES”**
“Tagay” is commonly known as “Cheers”. Any celebrations or events will not be completed without “tagay”. This is a good extension to get along together with our loved ones, friends, and more. What I like most when I am in a group of family and relatives I became nostalgic. I love to talk about our childhood days, especially funny experiences. Through today we can crack jokes and make it even more fun. Aside from it, it is where those broken or suffered ones share their heartaches and pains of what they went through in their lives. It could be work-related, relationship, family problems and so on. I like to be surrounded by the aged adults because they were really good at advising of what are the dos and don’ts.
*“What we see, what we hear, leave it there.”*
**“WHERE ARE THE LAUGHS?”**
This saddens me to see this set of sofa. As we all know that a home is composed of a strong foundation of the family. Where love and respect were taught. We have a called living room for us to have time to bond with each member of the family. The sofa had witnessed all the ups and downs of the family went through. It serves as the ears in the house. It hears our laughs, cries, and fights. It was there to retell what each individual faced on. It may look like a teary and dusty sofa but it heard all our laughter.
*“We may grow up or busy with our respective works but never forget to take a break spending time with your family because not everything will turn back the old days.”*
“**THE COUNTLESS OR COUNTED HUNGER?**”
When you look at it you would probably disgusted but do you know how many hungry tummies fed through it? Well, as our basic necessity, Food has always been our top priority and I don’t have to elaborate it more because I knew each one of us is aware of that. A single pan has its own story to tell. It receives food critiques but at the end of the day what matters most is we are blessed for the foods we eat.
*“Let’s be sensitive enough on how to give back kindness by sharing every little thing we have.”*
**“WHAT BROUGHT YOU HERE?**’
This is an abandoned cable car that was used by the local residents in the Province of Dalaguete in Obo. This was a great help for those people who live in mountain areas. It was used as their carrier to transfer and receive goods or vegetables. But sad to say it’s not working anymore. People are still hoping that this will function again and can give them a chance to make their cargos way easier. I am still eager to know how do they feel when they were benefitted but now it doesn’t’.
*“There are happenings in our life will not remain the way it is because the unexpected ones are everywhere at any time.”*
**Gear:**
Camera: Canon 80D
Lens: 50 mm 1.8 STM
My Favorite Kitten | Photography - Open for Critics
**Gear: Shot with Canon 80D 50mm 1.8 Lens**
**All the photos are mine**
An Unexpected Journey | Hongkong Memories
There are unexpected in life which are unacceptable but this kind of terrible experience turns into something worthwhile. My fiancee and I will spend our holidays in the Philippines for one week. We were excited because it's been a long time we haven't seen our families. Everything was packed and can't wait for the day we will leave our home. Suddenly, the night before our flight, we received a message from the airline that our departure time was moved to another day and we have to stay in Hong Kong for one day. I was really upset about the bad news since we have only limited days to have bond with our loved ones and there is no chance for us to rebook because of the week after we need both to go back to our respective work.
The day came for us to check at the airport. One of the representatives from the airline explained to us what made our flight delayed. They give incentives such as free transportation pick and drop, hotel accommodation, and free meals. Since there is no big chance for us to solve the issue then we accepted the offer. Instead of complaining, we should be thankful for the opportunity to explore around Hongkong.
I felt at ease for knowing that there are 15 of us in total who were affected in the flight. The best thing is that we are all from the Visayas. I was happy to meet a new circle of friends. I'd heard their life stories abroad and how they encourage themselves to work hard to sustain their family's needs.
I roam around the hotel and went directly to the restaurant where we can eat all we can and grab as we can. I was beyond blissful for the delicious foods I ate and there were some that are my first time to taste. My favorite section is on the Grilled station because it's my favorite. I was confused about which one I will eat first since there are many options to choose from.
We were planning to go to Disneyland too but sad to say we changed our minds and take a rest. After a few hours, in the afternoon we decided to explore on its neighboring places. While walking on the street I can see the window shop which is a similar version in our country "lechon manok" commonly known as roasted chicken but I think what I saw are Peking ducks. We bought souvenirs such as T-shirts, magnets, accessories and key chains.
It was crowded on that day since its weekend too. I can really feel the essence of my country because it really looks like no question for that. Another caught my attention is the railway that passed through in between the markets. I thought it doesn't exist anymore but what I witnessed made me believe why Hongkong is a good place to visit too.
At 7: pm we were shocked because the shops were closing early. So we relax near the bridge. Watching the aging adults who were dancing and exercising. We were glad there are our kababayans out there who are chilling too and play Filipino music. Before we went back to the hotel we able to buy foods as well so that we have something to take a bite while chilling in the room.
To end this article I will share some of the lessons learned during this journey and here are the following:
We cannot judge anything unless we experience it.
We meet strangers at an unexpected time and they can be part of our circle of friends.
It's a good feeling to hear a variety of life stories from different people.
I should embrace every chance or opportunity whatever may bring in life.
Everything bad or good happens, there is a purpose why it came.
Learn to see the other positive side rather than upsetting yourself and complaining.
We should appreciate their culture, foods, and etc.
Must be thankful for whatever blessings we have because not all are given a chance to experience this.
*Thank you, everyone. I cannot wait to hear your terrible experience too which turned into a worth remembering. Be reminded, You should learn to appreciate.*
How a Jobless EDUCATOR Be Productive? a part 1 Preparation.
How to stay productive during the pandemic? Since we are facing nowadays for a big challenge there were many businesses, occupations, or shall we say the economy is affected. I really thought that this year is the best year to start my new career in life but I cannot predict the future. Even though this gave big changes to individuals but I took it as a lesson learned on how to value every single chance might come in our lives that we took for granted. It's the fourth month since the pandemic started, day by day I got worried what tomorrow might bring.
Actually there are a set of ideas to do during the lockdown so I and my fiancee plan something that we can help the community in our simple way. While we both waiting for our items in public school, we decided to make our own online and home tutorial services wherein we can practice our profession in teaching. It's a new trend in social media to conduct this kind of service. We know that this is not easy to start with but we always believe that there's nothing wrong for those who want to try.
***Tonight, I will share Part 1 of our Program***
***The following are the important things we did before we create our own platform:***
**1. THE PURPOSE**
We would like to give an opportunity to those teachers like us who are waiting for their chances to get in public schools and other related work stuff. This is our chance to share our creativeness when it comes to the field of teaching young learners.
**2. THE TARGET**
In new normal, we would like kids to engage distance learning through online and freeing themselves in the possibilities for the upcoming months since Education was one of the highly affected by Covid-19. We want kids will be productive, active, and learn new lessons with us since they have more time staying at home.
**3.THE CREATION OF CONNECTIVENESS**
As we all know in modern life, we need to get engaged in different social media accounts since they are the number one keys to let us stay get connected though distance separates us. We carefully do our research what are the good applications and websites to get our resources which are legibly trusted. In my future post about this program, I will share as well the ideas which possibly help you to make your work way easier so keep updated in my blog.
**4. PROFILING**
Credentials are very urgent because it serves as the brain for everything. We do the profiling for students by letting them register online to get their respective personal information. In addition, we collected data too with our teachers and want to know the good news? As of now, we have 10 teachers who are willing to take this opportunity. We are glad to know their interest to be part of the team.
**5. GOALS AND MISSION**
As of now, our goal is to keep sharing the good news which can be a win-win process where students and teachers can benefit. Each of us is working hard to expand a community where we encourage the parents and learners for the new way of learning due to the circumstances we faced off.
***Thank you everyone for sparing your time reading this kind of plan we did. I am hoping you will support the next part of this program for you also to gain new discoveries.***
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