1990 Luzon Earthquake

 July 16, 1990, Monday. Intramuros, Manila

It was the feast of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel. Our school celebrated the feast with scapulars. Classes were only held half day. 

In the afternoon, after merienda, my sister and and I were engaged in a coloring book. 

Then someone said, "Lumilindol." I looked at the big Rosary that was hanging on the wall. It was shaking tremendously. Soon, the electricity in the building  of the Palacio del Gobernador was cut off. I heard bottles of softdrinks breaking, as my parents' officamate also had a sari-sari store. Our mother told us yo get under her table. We prayed the Hail Mary loudly. We were scared.

After a while, my father arrived. He picked up my sister and carried her. I followed. From the 6th floor, we went down the building. Fortunately, the stairwell was lighted by the emergency lamps. As we were rushing down, my blue crayon got loose from my fingera. I wanted to stop and look for it, but my father said no.

We stayed outside the building as Plaza Romas was just in front. We waited for out mother. I don't recall how long but we were safe and together.

After a few days, I looked for my crayon. I did not find it. I am okay, my family is safe. That matters. 

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The Inaugration of the 17th Philippine President

 As I was on duty last June 30, 2022, I was not able to watch the inaugration fully. Thanks to Facebook and Philippine Star, I was able to do so today.

I want to ahare a few screenshots. 

Do Not Be Angry, Be Reconciled

 

From https www.dailyscripture.net

Eusebius, a 3rd century church father, offered the following prayer as instruction for his fellow Christians:

"May I be no man's enemy, and may I be the friend of that which is eternal and abides. May I never quarrel with those nearest me: and if I do, may I be reconciled quickly. May I love, seek, and attain only that which is good. May I wish for all men's happiness and envy none. May I never rejoice in the ill-fortune of one who has wronged me. When I have done or said what is wrong, may I never wait for the rebuke of others, but always rebuke myself until I make amends. May I win no victory that harms either me or my opponent. May I reconcile friends who are angry with one another. May I never fail a friend who is in danger. When visiting those in grief may I be able by gentle and healing words to soften their pain. May I respect myself. May I always keep tame that which rages within me. May I accustom myself to be gentle, and never be angry with people because of circumstances. May I never discuss who is wicked and what wicked things he has done, but know good men and follow in their footsteps."

A Formation Seminary in the City

 Nestled in the bustling area of the metropolis, Our Lady of Guadalupe Minor Seminary (OLGMS) thrives. Educating grades 7-10 (Junior highschool)  it upholds the 5 pillars of formation.

Based from its Facebook page:

- To foster the growth of seminarians into the fullness of Christ life through an integrated program that takes into account his physical affective, intellectual, socio-cultural and spiritual development.

- To help the seminarian discern the state of life befitting his character and charism as a child of God.

- To create an atmosphere conducive to the assimilation and deepening of values necessary for the formation of genuine servant leaders.

- To expose the seminarian to the ideals and demands of priesthood through a process confirming to his age and development.

- To assist the seminarian in recognizing and responding to the initial signs of priestly vocation.

- To prepare the seminarian for major seminary formation.

Here are some of my shots. Classrooms are empty as there are no physical classes for school year 2020-2021. These photos are from my camera roll in 2020.

SSL

There may be times that one ought to be quiet but if there are questions that need to be raised, then asking is needed. Somewhere along the way, a simple and innocent question gets twisted and other ingredients are added.

I remember a friend's photo. She was holdimg a placard that says: 

Kaya ligtas ang mga  tahimik 

Ay dahil sa mga sumisigaw.

The Wooden Puppets of Jakarta Indonesia

I went to Jakarta, Indonesia last year to attend the wedding of my best friend. I got there several days before to check the city.

I happened to come across this and I would like you to check it out. The puppets are handcrafted and made with passion.

Some of the photos are uploaded in my facebook account and facebook has a problem as of now but I will share them soon.

Visit this workshop and enjoy the puppet show. I purchased some puppets too.

Weighing Love

The first person that you loved may not be the one you loved the most.

The person you love  the most may not be the one who loves you the most.

The person that loved you first may be the person who loves you the most.

"Be an Abigail. Remember how each decision can turn your life around, for good or bad. Be wise." - adapted

Spam comments

There has been several comments on my posts which I consider SPAM.

There are still some real comments though.

I do not post a lot these days, but I keep track of my blog.

I was reading about thank yous and this one came up:
emotionally-abusive relationship

7. If Your Partner Always Holds you Accountable if Anything Goes Wrong

6. If Your Partner Puts you Down when Other People are Around

5. If Your Partner is Exceedingly Jealous

4. If Your Partner Expects you to do Everything

3. When Your Partner Manipulates you

2. When Your Partner tends to Isolate you from Others

1. When the Partner is being Verbally Abusive

It is painful for both of you, but more on the person being abused, as he/she has become more dependent on the other  one, that he/she forgets to love himself/herself.

One has to fill up the love tank and it cannot be nourished back if it is not refilled. The first person do that is the abused one, and it starts by loving yourself.

"Free Accommodation"

I went to Manila Food and Beverage Expo (MAFBEX) last Friday, 15 June 2013. I was there for:
1. Curiosity
2. I like food expo
3. Food products
4. Utensils and equipment
5. Free food and drinks!

There was a booth that offered raffle coupons. I filled up around 4 of them, if I remember right.

Saturday.
I got a text that I was selected to stay in Puerto del Sol. I have to claim my gift certificate in their office in Renaissance Tower, Ortigas Center, Pasig City. Since I am familiar with the place, I thought this could be true. But I had to bring my husband and stay for 90 minutes of AVP presentation so that we could choose from their chains of hotels and resorts. I thought 90 minutes is too long. I did not go and they continued texting me for a few days.

Sunday.
I got a call that I (and my husband) won a free stay at Canyon Woods and we have to claim it at their office in ACT Tower in Buendia Ave., Makati City. Again I am familiar with the building. There would be a 4-hour presentation so that they could offer/present all their hotels and resorts to us. But there was no follow-up and I also know that is not the actual office of Canyon Woods. Just a promoter of their resort, perhaps?

Sunday night.
I googled about those two and found them to be a hoax. The "winners" would have to pay a booking fee. Also, they are not affiliated with the said resorts.

Monday.
I got a call from Club Ultima and she said that I was referred by someone who stayed in Crown Regency Cebu. Hmmm, I don't know anyone who did stay there or refer me. The club's office is at West Ave., Quezon City. Also, there is a 90-minute presentation. This Club Ultima called me several times. They have a Yesterday, I asked if I could come with a friend instead of my husband, she said no. I asked why not, when I was the one who filled up the form, she said that's how it works. Remember, I was supposed to be referred here

Common denominator:
- attend as a couple, bring valid IDs
- no money involved
- long presentation
- free food

But I did not go to any. At least not my time nor money was wasted for these hoaxes.