On the Countryside

It is practically cold and gloomy here in Negros. I am in my room, just a wall apart from the raindrops that are licking the plants' leaves and getting a feel of what Negros has been into these days through the rectangle thing called de-baterya na AM radio. No, electricity is working perfectly. I just want to create a countryside environment with this classic torch-carrying gadget of the old times. Oh okay, the native coffee breathing out that so-good aroma wraps the creation of my countryside world!

The past few months had been a roller-coaster ride for me - career and family matters, specifically. I had felt a lot of "downtime server" of my career leading me to the most major decision to date. Things seemed to be in an opaque side, too many opportunities, but no clear road to take. Anxiety, hesitation, and fear momentarily blocked my insane mind and lived every day thinking of what is the wisest step to forward my foot to.

Thanks to my dad, who has always been my reliable adviser. Finally, I took that risky, yet promising step.

Things are light by this time, spending the rest of the year preparing for two certifications, initialing some moves for my own firm, and developing my kikay store, and more importantly spending a QUALITY TIME with my family. Ah, the latter is just so priceless! i just loved how my two amazing nieces cuddle me and calling me "mommy" sweetly!

On a lighter note, I can't help but curve my lips when I heard the radio announcer calling Erap's legal battle as legal "batol" and his i-am-speaking-tagalog-in-my-ilonggo tone while having a quick discussion with the Manila PAG-ASA people! Classic Ilonggo!

I MISS MOTHER NATURE

Yeah, i do. But just her, not her fury. =(

It has been a while since I went out of town to grasp a quick relaxation mode. Now, I have all the time to go out, to see those places in mind that I long wanted to go... But with the erratic mood of our mother nature dear, I feel it is best to stay put at this moment.

I can't help but flip on my stored photos and check once again the places that once gave me the chance to press on a "vacation mode" key. Yes, these places that are now turned into nature's brand of fury.

I. Pangasinan
The clear waters of Dasol, Pangasinan has given us a refreshing spirit while we eagerl approach the islans.  Virginity as its finest. Peaceful as it's truest essence. Yep, baby sharks are abundant, too!

II. Baguio

The strawberry and flower farms in La Trinidad, the early jog at Burham's Park, the aircon-less SM, strawberry taho, ukay!, and of course, the cold weather... How I miss you!

III. Laguna
Lagos del Sol was one of the most relaxing place where you can spend the whole afternoon staring at the man-made lagoon and the green lushes of trees and shrubs carefully manicured in the surroundings. Laguna lake is one scenery that you can glue your eyes on. And yes, water at the Lagos lagoon came from Laguna de Bay!

Bay, Laguna was also a place to experience the floating restaurant! I just love how these cute "kubos" are lining up the calm water of the lagoon. Food was superb, too!!!

 

IV: Rizal

Rizal route going to South is my preference over the SLEX onwards. It is because of one thing: a close encounter with nature!

 V. Nueva Ecija
A visit to my sister-in-law's family wont be complete without a stroll in their palayan! Such a refreshing view likened to how sugarcane plantation exhibits a tranquil mood in Negros!

 

Sigh... But I know I will set my foot again in these nature's best gift to us. =) Soon...

And I Found My Ondoymate!

...after a pretty long search of a group where I can put on my efforts regarding Ondoy rehabilitation efforts
 and a timely answer to my previous blog...

I finally stumbled upon this site/group pulled together in this space in called http://lifeafterondoy.com/!

A no-celebrity filled members. A not too-good-to-be-true organization. A no action hero starter.

But it is....

A believer of long-term plans and efforts.

A realistic environment who does not promises a sure-ball win with the efforts.

A quite place to discuss more meaningful action plans.

A silent and need-no media advocacy.

... this is just so perfect for me!!!

P.S.
I don't advise you to sign up just for the heck of it. Evaluate yourself first:

...am I committed to a better life after Ondoy?