Relax and Unwind

As much as I wanted to stay home, my foot is eager to go somewhere. I received an invitation from Van and her students to go with them at Claire John Resort located at Punta Biao, Cogon Digos City. Its a secured pool resort near the beach so visitors has the option to breeze-in through the ocean waters. The weather is somewhat inviting and so with the heat from the sun. Sunblocks are a must!!

Mapi feel mo na Summer is already here...

Checked on the things to bring and off we go. I was dropped off at the Resort by my sister and her bf. On our way to the Resort, sige mi agik-ik ug katawa tingalig mangahulog ang lukay sa lubi sa amoa mao na sige mi hangad...hahahaha!!

And the road going there? oh my, you were like riding an off-road vehicle, up and down a hill.

Entrance ranges from P10-20 only. Yes, that cheap. They took the biggest cottage and when I asked and looked for the students, some of them were already swimming looking like kids [smiles]. Found out also our amegah [friend] is coming and on his way. I convinced him kasi super stressed din si amegah. This is gonna be fun!

I was really planning to swim but I was having doubts plunging looking at the pool water. It's already crowded and I withdrawn. Anyways, I'll just feast my eyes on the joyful moments of our students. It will make me feel good though.

I brought along my camera and partner tripod. Yen opted to be the photographer that day. My tripod gave him a big help, he gets to be with group including us during picture taking.

When Jopay arrived, the tres mujeres [3 women] had a pictorial again and seize the moments eating pinipig. The food they prepared was good. Thank you so much for inviting us over. We, your teachers really need this.

I did have a good time. The calming breeze of the water alleviated some stressor(s) around me. No worries bothers me anymore 'cause GOD never left me and I'm still blessed because He lead me to the path where I should be going. God bless to us all. :)

S A D

Its 2 days before my birthday. I was rooting for this digital camera these past weeks. A CANON A470 ON SALE!! Waaaaaaaa!!!! Every time I visit this store, I never miss that spot that displays this camera. Oh my, once I got hold of this, no moments will be missed out! What's with this camera by the way? oh it is multifunctional. Funky colors to choose from. But on the display is blue which looks like the image. It also has this multiple-face detector which my present digital camera doesn't have, a 7.1 MP resolution, a high-speed ISO 1600 shooting and low power consumption it uses double AA batteries. And the screen? Its like 2.5" LCD which I like since you get a larger view of the image.

I was hoping no one would buy that one. No one sees it. I even jested the saleslady to place it on the side, back portion, hehehe!! I'll come back for that camera, for sure.

The day has come. I was so excited. Excited to own that DC. The excitement drastically turned into disappointment when I looked for it on the display and the saleslady said "Wala na maam, nahalin na sya" ["Its already sold ma'am."] "What? you gotta be kidding me! It can't be. It's mine. Waaaaaa". No, I never uttered those words. It was my mind that speaks. I felt bad. Speechless. I was with my sister. She told me when we got home that she was hesitant to approach me when I found out 'cause I was about to freak out! hahahaha, I didn't freak out. I was calm. Disappointed but calm. I guess she based that on my facial reaction. .

Told myself, "Hey, look on the brighter side! I'll have a much better digital camera soon. Fit for my hobby of capturing moments." I should have bought that in the first place since I have the funds. But, during this time, I was pretty undecided.

Oh well, if things aren't for you well it's not meant to be. I just need to accept it, right? Looking forward to own a Sony Cybershot or Canon IXUS digital camera. Well, gotta save for it!!

Featured

I was working on my papers this morning and was online at the same time on my Facebook account when DEFINITELY FILIPINO announced that they are featuring new pictures for their "at school or at work" album. My excitatory neurotransmitter excites me more as i browse all the pictures I have on my PC to look for pictures that, hopefully, may be featured. Found some, about 5 and sent to their posted email add.

Afternoon...

The thought of getting my photos featured was still lurking in my mind as I was having my lecture. Yes, I was excited to go home. Few more hours before going home, it rained DINOSAURS [lol] outside. My students kept on turning their backs on the doorway trying to peek at the rain that is outpouring non-stop. Unusual, it was like a start of a typhoon accompanied by strong winds. Lights inside the classroom was flickering but blackout was unsuccessful. The rain didn't last long. Thank GOD. 10 or 20 times of that rain must have striked luzon areas. I do pray for all the victims, our relatives and to my honey's friends, family and relatives. That they may be all safe. Life is what's more important. Things can be bought again.

Evening...

Went home around 7:45pm. Had dinner. Watched amazing race 15 while my sister tends her Farm. When it was my turn to go online, I immediately looked for DF's album. Kept on clicking next since a lot of photos was uploaded and voila! saw one photo..ok, four more to go. I wasn't expecting though that all 5 photos gets to be featured. I'm happy they had picked one. There were already comments posted and this blogger responded to each comment. Kept on clicking again when another photo i submitted was uploaded by them. Wow! thanks Definitely Filipino. Went on to view more photos. I was so happy. Most of the featured photos were Medical practitioners, so far. Medtechs, Nurses mostly. Nurses are everywhere in the world!! Thumbs up Nurses!!

My eyes are falling asleep. Had to go to bed. I had a busy day. Good night, everyone! (",)

long yet productive day

"Home", uttered myself when i stepped on the premises of our place.  I missed everybody, my sister, our dogs, people back home.  As if I was away for days though its just quite a while. 

Our pets were in their houses already but they saw me entered the gate. 

Today is the last day of our 1 week TM-AM Seminar conducted by TESDA. Our Assessment day for the two methodology course, as well. Unfortunately, due to limited Assessors who will supposedly conduct the assessment for the day, only 4 of us were assessed. Three from UM-Matina and me from PITS, each from different trade areas.  Luckily, we all passed. Thank you to Engr. S.C., the person who assessed us. 

When asked to describe how did it go, i said "nerve-wracking". My co-participants patiently waited for their turns but since the time runs in a flash, they cut-off the time. The 2 assessors still has to go back to their work, training another batch of participants for the seminar. I'd say their job is very demanding, but as they say they love what they were doing and its their passion: TEACHING. Thumbs up to them. I admire their dedication. 

We were told the assessment will continue on the 22nd and 23rd at KORPHIL, somewhere in Tibungco. The group decided that we should all meet up infront of the ADDU. Text brigade na lang. I have learned a lot from these people. Was able to find new acquaintance, as well. 

As a photo fanatic, I won't end the day without pictures so our group has remembrance. Ma'am Cheery informed us they would post some videos in YOUTUBE..char! She has brought her Digicam on Day 5. I had all of them signed my manual and was flooded with signatories and contact informations, the future  assessors of TESDA. [chuckles]

Pass 4pm, we all parted ways. Ma'am Anne and I took a tricykad [a bicycle with a side car] hanggang kanto ng Magsaysay, her going to Joji Ilagan and I going to NCCC to meet up with Reina, I shared with her the good news while enjoying our snack. 

My day isn't over yet, I received a text from Lalai inviting me over for a dinner but the message was sent by Romy. So, I replied asking where she was and the occassion they were celebrating. Oh, I see it was a welcome back party of Marianne pala, Lalai's younger sister who worked overseas. 

After buying some home stuffs, we meet up with Ate Shine and Malyn. My friends way back in College. Haven't seen these fellas for a long time. Goodluck sa June NLE!! 

On our way to Ecoland Terminal, tawa kami ng tawa sa jeep. Si Malyn kasi eh, salamat ngapala sa libreng pamasahe ha? hehehe.  Gimingaw jud ko sa akong friends ai. 

Ate shine, reina and I took an airconditioned Holiday Bus going home. Sa pinakadulo kami at don din nilagay ang kahon ng electric fan na binili ni Reina sa NCCC. May pagkakaskasero din ang driver, para kaming nakasakay sa rollercoaster. Murag ning untol na uban pasahero sa kakusog sa iyang padagan ba. 

At one point, kami pud sa likod ning untol na pud apil ang box sa electric fan intawon natabunan kadali ang beauty ni Reina. Yes, mga friendster nadat ugan jud siya. Nakuyawan gud mi ni ate shine. May na lang nasalo namo wala nilahos sa bata na natulog sa ubos namo. Amaw jud nga driver ba, nangatawa na lang gud mi pagkahuman. 

Gisungog pa jud mi sa driver pag naog namo. Pagka na lang jud. Diretso na din ako kina Lalai, where dinner is waiting for me. hehehe.  I hold back for a while outside texting Lalai then went inside. So glad to see Romz. Greeted everybody pati na si Marianne. 

10pm..Thanks for the dinner, lai! Also, I had a good chat with my long time no see friend Romy, a College buddy. Mouli pa gud ni siya ug Padada taz duty pa siya ug 7am ugma. Ingatz kaayo!!

 

11pm..after watching CSI: NY, took a half bath.  How refreshing! 

There, turned on the PC, waited for the display to occur and began tapping the keyboards again relating my experiences the whole day.

1:30am as i check our wall clock. I just yawned. My body wants to rest na, as my mind follows. My eyes closed a bit, it's bye bye time for the meantime, dear friends.

goodnight!!