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Maundy Thursday. Thank God for all the blessings. Be HUMBLE. "True humility is not thinking less of yourself; it is thinking of yourself less." โRick Warren #Motivation/Inspiration
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Kudos to hard-working people. ๐ Have a restful long weekend to us! Photo taken in Taal Lake with the fishermen.
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It's been a lazy day. We've escape the busy Metro. Got some fresh air under this mango tree and just stayed at home to build some energy after a tiring month-end. Let's welcome this new month with a fresh start. Breath in, breath out, relax and recharge. #Nature
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Biyernes Santo. Thank you Lord for sacrificing yourself for us. โBy his wounds we were healedโ (Isaiah 53:5) Don't lose hope. Have faith.๐ #Motivation/Inspiration
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Art Appreciation Hapag ng Pag-Asa (Table of Hope) The "Last Supper" painted version of Joey A. Velasco. "This painting reveals a story of greater hunger than a plate of rice could satisfy. What these children are starved for is love." Check out this Filipino artist and his artwork depicting God's love for us. Let His presence blessed everyone of us this Good Friday. Credits to: https://www.philippinesbasiceducation.us/2013/03/hapag-ng-pag-asa-table-of-hope.html?m=1 #Art
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Art Appreciation II How do you commemorate Good Friday? Our community reflect the Stations of The Cross and pray for the people affected by this Pandemic. "Last Supper" Leaf Art by Artist Mary Mae Dacanay made using Calamansi Leaf Credit to: The Philippine Star #Art
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Sabado de Gloria Let our faith be above every fear. Let our heart believe the greatness that is coming. Let our mind trust the good to overcome the bad. Let ourself lift up what is burden and surrender. ๐ A blessed Saturday morning. ๐ ๐Beside Padre Pio Church, Batangas. #AllAboutGod
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I like to try planting herbal plants and use it on our dish. A friend gave me this basil plant, but I wonder if its still okay right now since im out for 3 days. ๐ค Please survive the summer heat. โ๏ธ I'll be back really soon. #Nature
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nature calms my soul, the sound of the water flowing, the birds chirping and the wind dancing on the beat. where do you want to spend time to relax? ๐Baler, Aurora - 2014 #Nature
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Easter Sunday. Thank you Lord for the gift of resurrection. Lets live a life filled with gratitude and generosity.โฅ๏ธ Heaven on Earth. Love this place, you might ask yourself, "Lord, nasa langit na ba ako? (Lord, am I in heaven?)" ๐ ๐Garin Farm, San Joaquin IloIlo - 2018 #TravelPhotographs
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Even though we cannot go to church these days, let me share some of the church I've visited when travelling. This is one of the most beautiful churches in the province of Cebu. ๐Simala Shrine Castle Church, Sibonga Town Cebu - 2018 #Travel
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One of the Filipino belief is when you visit a church for the first time you have to pray and make a wish. Are you doing the same too? Me, I do. Try it. ๐Basilica de San Martin de Tours, Taal Church, Batangas - 2017 Known as the biggest church in Asia. #Travel
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hey its ECQ Monday. Some hates this day, but for me, I need to be optimistic since this is the first day of the week. We have to start right, no work from home set up for us so i told myself "brace yourself!" Hoping for a productive and an accomplish task today. How about you do you have love and hate relationship with Monday? ๐ค Keep safe and healthy everyone! ๐ PS. I've tried Macro Photography before going back to Manila. Amateur here! lol. #Nature
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Lunch Time and I'm craving for seafood. I remember our travel in Iloilo when we had this unlimited seafood. Checking out some post today with this kind of food and I feel hungry now. ๐ Nakakagutom especially 'pag wala ka sa bahay. hahah! What's your lunch today? #Food
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Every year we always plan for a "summer vacation." Going to the beach is the best idea to beat the summer heat. Here's one of my favorite destination, a peaceful and one of a kind scenery. An awesome seascape and landscape of Cagayan Province in the North. ๐Palaui Island, Santa Ana, Cagayan - 2016 PS. No beach vacation for two years due to pandemic. Throwback pictures to relive the memories. ๐ #Travel
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Tuesday is Choose day. Choose what's good and what makes you happy. โฅ๏ธ Always be hopeful, everything will be okay, in time. Good Morning! Rise and Shine. โ๏ธ #Nature
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Swimming with the whale sharks a.k.a "Butanding." A unique and exciting experience in their up close and natural habitat. If you ask me, if i got scared, oh Yes! but they are also called as the gentle giant of sea, so nothing to worry. Just enjoy watching them. ๐ ๐Oslob, Cebu - 2016 #Freedive
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Another beach destination near the Metro. If you're into a white sand beach and a vibrant night life, this place is for you. Though we haven't explore the diving sites and other nearby islands we will surely go back for new adventures. ๐Puerto Galera, Mindoro - 2013 #Travel
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Wonderful Wednesday. How's your week so far, we're half way through weekend. Here's a beautiful rainbow to brighten up your day, reminding us that no matter how tough your day will be, always be hopeful. ๐ ๐ Sagada, Mountain Province - 2014 #Nature
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It's summer, dessert anyone?! ๐ Here's a korean dessert called "bingsu" a fine shaved milky ice, top with cheesecake and mango, perfect for this hot weather. #Food
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This crystal clear water view from the island of Quezon is haven for peace-seeker, backpackers and budget traveler. You can camp on the sand near the beach area, cook your own food and watch the nightsky. I bet the turquoise colored water would enchant you to swim until you're tired. ๐ Cagbalete Island, Quezon Provinve #Travel
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A mug of chocolate drink and a note to self. โฅ๏ธ Have a blessed day everyone. Do something good today and make someone smile. #Food
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Do you enjoy riding on a boat? When I don't know how to swim, it really frightens me when riding on it, especially when there are waves and you're using the small one. Both hands didn't let go of my seat. But later on, since we travel a lot, I enjoy riding on it, with the waves dancing with the boat, splashing to the passengers, the fresh salty air, messy hair that you don't care, lol! and of course the majestic scenic view of the place you are visiting. I miss those times.โฆ
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If you're you're looking for adventure and an ideal paradise in nature, this is one of my favorite spot. After canyoneering (I'm still checking my archive for the pics) this magical waterfalls will welcome your aching body. A refreshing and very cool water, surrounded by green rain forest, with deep natural pool ideal for swimming. You can also try the waterfall massage at your back, that is really a relief. ๐ Kawasan Falls, Badian Cebu - 2018 #Nature
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It's Holiday Friday. ๐ Sharing with you my daily readings, to inspire and be inspired for the whole day. A good way to start my day. What's your daily morning routine? #Motivation/Inspiration
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A picture of a simple life, a "bahay kubo" and a "kawa". A quiet place where you can only hear insects at night and the flow of running water from the river on the side. Some find it a little creepy because the distance of the house are far from the other plus the trees that surrounds the area have different vibes. (Im thinking of horror movies i watch here, lol!). We stayed here for a night a little disturbed but we had a good sleep. ๐ ๐ Kayak Inn, Antique - 2018โฆ
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Checking if my phone really works with 30x zoom. Then trying to add some poem description to cherish the moment. ๐ The Moon shines so bright In the calmness of the night I wonder if everyone sees this limelight Or is it just me who appreciate it right? ๐ธ Huawei P30 #Photography
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Got this captured while walking at the mall. A timely reminder this pandemic. Keep safe and healthy everyone. Happy weekend. ๐ #Motivation/Inspiration
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Here's one of my favorite dumplings, Xiao Long Bao, inside of it is a ground meat and a little soup. Dip it in a sauce with ginger shred and wait until it burst in your mouth. Best when consume immediately, missing this one though. โบ๏ธ Have you tried this one? What's your favorite dumplings? #Food
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Who would not love samgyeopsal night?! A korean cuisine, we usually seen from Kdrama that makes us crave for unlimited meat and side dishes. If you can't go outside to have some, then bring it to your home. ๐ Kamsahamnida (๊ฐ์ฌํฉ๋๋ค) #Food
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It's Divine Mercy Sunday. Listening to praise and worship song, to calm the busy mind and prepare the heart for the challenges of the following week. Happy Sunday everyone. ๐ #Motivation/Inspiration
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I have tried this nerve-racking sky cycle ride. Well, I have a fear of heights, but when my friends are doing some adventure, I have no choice but to join them and somehow just enjoy the moment. lol. But I'm still afraid! ๐ Well as the saying goes, "Do it afraid!" #Adventure
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According to a song in figurative words "don't go chasing waterfalls." But hello, we enjoy chasing it literally haha! this is one of the four falls we enjoy seeing after a long trek. It's nice to see the wonders of nature, your tiredness were all paid off. Then you can just relax, swim and listen to the splash of water everywhere. ๐Hulugan Falls, Laguna #Nature
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Yay! Happy Monday. Here's to my journal for the daily reminder to PUSH. Let's start the week right and be grateful for a new day. Rise and Shine! โ๏ธ #Motivation/Inspiration
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A concrete wave breakers in the seashore to protect the community from storm surge. These was built after the destructive Typhoon Yolanda in 2013. Its like a giant jackstone scattered along the beach between the sandbar and the marine sanctuary. ๐Mararison Island, Antique - 2018 #Travel
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I like Yakult in a normal bottle we're usually drinking. But I like it better when its Yakult Slushie, hope we have this here in the Phils. to beat this summer heat! ๐ Cheers! #Food
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Good morning from Choco. ๐ถ A friendly reminder, God knows what's in your heart, don't lose hope, keep on praying. ๐ Happy Tuesday! #Pets
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One of my unforgettable exprience in one of our travel adventure when in CDO is the river rafting. Riding on the inflatable raft, going through the rough water and dealing with the risk of turning upside down. We enjoy this one of a kind experience and if given the chance i will definitely try this again. ๐Cagayan de Oro - 2010 #Adventure
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Rabokki a Korean sweet and spicy Ramen in Kko Kko. Love this before and after output. Here's one of my comfort food always cook with cheese. What's yours?โฅ๏ธ #Food
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This pandemic, health is our wealth. Don't forget to eat healthy food and drink your vitamins. Remember, a healthy outside, starts from the inside. ๐ก Happy Wednesday! God will always provide. ๐ #Food
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We have this weekly antigen test in our company. Not sure on the accuracy rate of using this, but still we're thankful. This one line means, tested negative. I'm checking online where to buy this kit, but never find one. A friend told me that this just cost ~Php 50.00 or $1.00 per kit. Now I'm thinking if the gov't can use this to everyone for mass testing and if tested positive, do the swab test for confirmation. Have you tried using this saliva antigen test kit?
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What do you prefer in drinking tea, hot or cold? Here's the cold one I drink, I just put some honey to make it sweet. โบ๏ธ
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How do you start your day? I start my day with mild workout routines to wake up my body fully (because I tend to sleep again if not!๐ ). Just using a light weight with my yoga mat for 30 mins-1hr. After that, don't forget to drink your water. ๐ฅ Good Morning everyone! Rise and Shine. โ๏ธ
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๐Rainbow Village, Taichung Taiwan - 2019, One of the tourist attraction in Taiwan, because of its colorful village's painted houses and streets with inspiring stories behind it. I love the colorful vibes, like it awakens the child in me. We visited the place near closing time so we haven't tried the stores around. Hope we can go back and check this out during daytime so we can interact with the people living on it. #Travel
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A picture of peacock from my archive, I just like the color and how it looks. I'm waiting if the tail will show up, but that never happened. ๐
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There's a rainbow always after the rain, that's the song in my mind whenever I see one. It reminds me, that whatever challenges we're going through right now, let's always hope for the best. Hold on to God's promise, that in the end, we have to trust His plans. Have faith we're all in this together. ๐ถ ๐IloIlo Wharf Happy Friday. ๐ #Motivation/Inspiration
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The beauty of PH's version of Maldives but not the luxurious part but a simple and marvelous one. The stretch of the sandbar is no longer visible as we came a bit late and it's high tide, yet it doesn't affect the beauty of this place. ๐Manjuyod Sandbar, Bais Negros Oriental - 2017 #Travel
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A rock formation, that looks like a cake! Photo taken when we explore a cave and see the inner beauty hidden from below. ๐Sumaguing Cave, Sagada Mt. Province - 2014 #Travel
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What are your plans this weekend? Make sure to rest your mind and relax your body after a productive week. Keep safe and stay healthy! God knows what's in your heart, so keep the faith and keep on praying. Rise and Shine, Happy Weekend! ๐
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When we were young we've always been amazed with the simplicity of a Tree House. You go up on a tree, stay there and just breath fresh air. Plus you also got the chance to see the surroundings around you. Isn't it nice? ๐
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These Mayana plants caught my attention while passing by. Look at the colorful foliage with different varieties of it. I have read that this plant also has a lot of health benefits, due to the essential oils and antioxidants in it. Good to know its not just for home decorations but an ornament as well.
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Once in a while, I do my morning walk, this is to boost my energy for the day. It gives an optimistic mindset to do better and time to think of plans for the whole day. Start your day right! Have a Blessed Sunday. ๐ #Photography
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A scenery that would make me say "Can I stay here?!" ๐ฟ We trek to reach this upper deck view and stay in this place for some activities. Where's that dearest place you want to stay for long? ๐Culasi, Antique - 2018 #TravelPhotographs
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Be as fierce as a tiger in dealing with your problems. Take courage to do what is right and show confidence whatever life throw in you, YOU can do it!
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Make your day a colorful one. Do something productive and focus on your goals. Be blessed and be a blessings to others. โฅ๏ธ Happy Monday!
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If only we have "Backspace"๐ in life to correct some mistakes we had, so that saying "what's done, can't be undone" may be revoked. What do you think? #RandomThoughts
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What I need to cap off this day is a peaceful mind, as calm as the sea, as extensive options as the sky and as loosen up as the sand. Hope to see a beautiful sunset in a beautiful place again. ๐ ๐San Juan, La Union - 2017
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Be confident. God made you special, believe it. Your breakthrough is coming, just be patient in waiting. Don't stress yourself today, everything will be okay. Work, work, work Tuesday. This will be a very busy day, hope to accomplish more task and be productive all the way!
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Here's my must have in my table everyday. Yes, I prefer to use this solid-state electronic calculator, though I can also use the calculator in my computer or in my phone but this is more convenient for me. Oh by the way it's solar powered, so imagine my struggle if there's not enough light around. lol! It was given to me by a colleague, so I don't know how old is this one. How about you, do you still use this one? ๐ค #WorkThoughts
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This is one of the book written by Mitch Albom. We got excited when we knew that he's going to visit our country, so we grab the opportunity to ask for an authograph from the author. And here it is! If this is the first time you hear about about him, try to read one of his book and you will be inspired by his works. Do you know him? What's your favorite among his books?
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A wonderful Wednedsay morning Noise Fam! Whenever I see signs like this, it feels like it has a message for me, something that I need to realize and think the value or meaning of it. Let me share with you this picture I captured on one of my travel. It's a good reminder on how our life should be. Do you believe in signs? Besides, nothing to loose if you believe, just don't overthink. Have a blessed day everyone!
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We seldom eat this kind of nuts, Pistachio Nuts, because its quite expensive, rarely seen in near stores and not locally produce. So either it was given by friend/relative from other country or we buy on big groceries or mall. Luckily, a relative have this one! Here's my snack before having my Lunch. ๐ #Food
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I miss going to the mall, I remember this Acienda Outlet Mall, with a windmill inspired design at the center to attact people to check out their place. A lot of mall goers take picture on this area, fortunately there are less of them during our visit.
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When I read interesting article or post, I saved it on my phone. It's because I'm inspired by those words and I believe in it. Sharing with you one of those, can't remember where I got this years ago from my fb account, but I just want you to know that we are so blessed. Be grateful for the blessings we cannot see and the smallest we receive. What's the simplest blessing you received as of this moment? Have an amazing and meaningful day.
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Custard Salted Egg Bun (Liu Sha Bao) Have you tried this one? I'm not sure if you consider it as dessert but I do, or can be snack maybe. The sweet, salty and creamy taste satisfies my taste buds, though its a quite heavy dish because of the bread, still it's good.
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We've visited a mushroom farm and tried some of their products. This yellow and white type caught my attention as the vibrant color fascinates me. I search in Google and the result, its called Golden Oyster Mushrooom (correct me if I'm wrong). It was pleasing to look at and I haven't seen this kind of mushroom in my country. ๐Shenghe Mushroom Farm, Taichung Taiwan
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When you want to eat healthy food like fruits and veggies. Taaadaa! Salad it is! ๐ I remember when I was a kid, I'm not fond of eating this kind of food, it tastes like medicine to me! lol. But now, here I am demanding for more of this to achieve my sort of healthy living and little diet tho. T.G.I.F. Stay healthy and Keep Safe everyone. #Food
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Who loves milk tea? ๐โโ๏ธ I actually bought a milk tea keychain in Taiwan, where you can see milk tea in every place you're visiting. Isn't it cute? haha! It has milk tea colored liquid and pearls inside just like the real one.
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Let's call it a day! It's been a busy week, we need to relax our mind and body from our work responsibilities and weekday activities, still overwhelm with all the happenings around. I'm looking forward to unwind this weekend, a tropical state of mind maybe, but oh its still pandemic, I just need to rest.. at home ofcourse! ๐ Thinking of this view while going home. Good afternoon everyone! How's your Friday?
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It's Saturday, What are your plans this weekend? I'll binge watch Kdrama and Anime in Netflix, its been a week since the last time I open my account. Here's my list and I'm excited on the latest episodes. I'm curious, how many hours did you spent watching a series? ๐ค Good Morning! Have a happy and relax Weekeend! Credits: Netflix
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Reminiscing the days when we see travel photos from FB and we're like "tara! punta tayo" (let's go to that place!). And my reply without hesitation, "tara! kelan?" (let's go, when?). And the rest is history, lol!, that magic word "tara" can go a long way. For now, let's travel virtually and in memories. How do you convince your friends to join you travel? ๐Palaui Island, Cagayan - 2016 #Travel
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This orange sky makes me look up high. I wonder what's on the other side, Is it the same beauty that collide? How amazing our God's creation, worthy of good grace and appreciation. Be grateful and loving person because YOU are God's creation. ๐
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I've been waiting for this "duhat" - java plum to bear fruits! And look a lot of flowers are blooming, maybe after a month we can enjoy picking some of it. Yeeyy! The beauty of patiently waiting, trust God's plan and enjoy the fruit of your labor, pressed down, shaken together, running over. Have a blessed Sunday! โฅ๏ธ
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In the eyes of your pet, you're so special. But here's Choco, staring at the door, wants to go outside and play, looks like he's going to cry. ๐ถ #Pets
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Ever since this pandemic began, I've learn to drink ginger, lemon and honey tea, wether its the original blend in form or a pack of tea. It's good for our health, soothes my throat for a bit colds, improves my sleep and helps boost immunity. At this time we have to drink and eat healthy aside from taking vitamins, better to take care of ourself than be sorry. Just a friendly reminder. ๐
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Phil. Stock Market is down, Crypto Market is down, low Interest Rates for Fixed Income, then where to go? Thinking of classic/basic investment for now.๐ค Happy Monday! Let's invest our money wisely.๐ก
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One of the delicacy in our province "suman", made from glutinous rice wrap with banana leaf topped with sweet sugar sauce to compliment the taste. Best for snack / "merienda", been craving for this, luckily we saw a vendor on our way back to Manila and grab many of it. #Food
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Checking my travel archive and saw this beach destination. When at that time this place were not yet known to many, you can camp under the trees and take pictures with no beach goers in the background and no photobombers. ๐ Anawangin, Zambales - 2012 #Travel
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It's Tuesday! Feeling tired just thinking of all you need to do today? Don't! Prove to yourself that you can do it, declare that this will be a productive day and lift up to God what worries you. Have a nice day everyone!
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The sky shows a rays of light. And the sun is there hiding with all his might, Never worry on the dark clouds sorrounding by It would work out fine, in His time. ๐ Tanauan, Batangas - 2021 It's been a busy day! How's your day so far?
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The National Shrine Padre Pio. I remember this church being well visited by devotees, crowded yet you'll feel the faith and hope of everyone in the place. We rarely come upon on this church, but when we have the chance it's an overwhelming feeling to be here. It has also a pilgrimage site, walking around the area makes you appreciate the calmness and refreshing ambiance. This morning, let's thank God in advance for all the blessings awaiting for us. Pray for all the peopleโฆ
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I'm a fan of Japanese Anime Series, here's one of my favorite character, Detective Conan - Case Closed. Most of the episodes are fillers which I enjoy watching, though I'm not sure if the anime already ends. It's all about detective work on solving challenging cases and in the end with critical thinking and deep analysis they come up with resolution. Isn't it exciting? l've been seeing different street arts with his character when I visited Taiwan and Singapore and of courseโฆ
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This is a Red Lionfish I captured in an aquarium. It has fascinating colors and looks different. Look at those fins all over its body, those spikes looks venomous but it's so attractive to see how it plays in the water. ๐S.E.A Aquarium, Resorts World Sentosa, Singapore
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This decor and a verse from the bible was crafted using cross stitch. A gift from my aunt who likes doing it and became her hobby. Thinking back on my primary school days when we're required to do cross stitch as project for one of our subject. I'm not good on this art thing, but I'm just determine to learn. A great keepsake for us this morning to thank God for His love. Always be optimistic, life may be tough but we can make it, trust the process.
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Trying some editing here on pine trees to gaze upon a retro effect. Just interested to see something like "a glimpse from the past" photographs. Those black and white or an old pictures seems like nostalgic to see. Give it a try to some of your archive pics and share it with us, impression is like a scene on 20th century. ๐Camp John Hay, Baguio 2019
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What's the first thing comes to your mind when you see a crocodile? A large semi-aquatic reptile living along fresh and salt water. These are my thoughts on this, some compared it to greedy people or something related to power over things, it can also be a brand of clothing or accessories like leather. Have you heard or known about an idiom on "crocodile tears?" And did you know I've been in a place where crocodile meat is their specialty, I didn't tried to taste it, if youโฆ
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A Colorful Friday Morning! Start your day with a smile and never forget to thank God for another day of blessings! Share your blessings to the people around you, let them feel that we are all loved. โฅ๏ธ It's month-end, we're expecting volume of work and extended time for other tasks to do. But hey, weekend is coming we can still rest after, let's spread the good vibes today. T.G.IF. ๐ Flower Dome, SG #Motivation/Inspiration
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It's May 1, Labor Day! ๐ต๐ญ Salute to all my co-workers and all the labourers. We did a great job and we will always do. Whatever your profession/work is, hold your head up high and be proud of yourself. We're not just doing this for our love ones but also for our country. It's weekend, time to relax for a while and recharge our energy. Just like this Phil. Eagle, one of the most powerful birds of prey, use our strength to soar high with our visions and freely express ourโฆ