Take A Break

My life has been so stressed out lately, that I had decided to take a friends invitation to join them to island hopping, and while at the same time, it was her birthday, too.

It was Rhodeza who were celebrating her birthday. We went to her house which was 2 hours ride from the sea port.

Canigao Island has a very beautiful white sand beach. It was really refreshing being there.

Nanay's Birthday Party

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November 12th, was our Nanay's birthday. We always held a big birthday party for her every year. Family, relatives and friends would come over and witnessed this party. Nanay was turning 88th and we thank God very much because she is still healthy. I'm sorry that I don't have a picture with Nanay and me because I was the one taking the pictures. We had a lot of foods. The party started lunch time and lasted almost 8:00 in the evening. The one with my Nanay in the right picture is my cousin Patrick.

This was the reason why I had to take two days off from work, to attend to my Nanay's birthday party in Surigao del Norte.

Sailing Home

November 10th, I was supposed to be on board heading for Surigao City on that night, but CPA (Cebu Port Authority) received a message not to allow any sailing on that night. There was a thypoon in Cebu island and on Surigao island. So, picking up my things, I went back to my boarding house.
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The following day, November 11th, I thanked God that the weather went fine. Later that afternoon, I went to the port again, and I was happy that they are allowing us to get on board. Finally.
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Sailing was smooth. I thanked God again. And I'm very excited to be home again, to see my family.
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November 12th, was my Nanay's (grandmother) birthday. There were a lot of people around already when I get there. It was a big celebration for my Nanay's birthday. More than a hundred of people went there. There were programs that was prepared by my aunt. Foods prepared by my uncles. It was really a celebration that I don't want to miss. That was why I really have to go home on that occasion.
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We all wish more years to come for my Nanay. Good health and enjoying the life that has to offer. We love our Nanay very much. She is the person who taught us good values in life. We learn a lot from her. She is a good neighbor to those who are surrounding us.

Luneta Park of Surigao City

This is the Luneta Park of the peaceful and clean city of Surigao.

Surigao City is in the south part of the Philippines. It is called the gateway of Mindanao, because it is where the journey of Mindanao starts. It has considered the 2nd class city in the province of Surigao del Norte. It has the population of 131,151 and its total land area is 245.34 sq. km.

Surigao City is rich in marine products. It has many historical places and events. The people there are friendly. Living is affordable.

I was born in Surigao City. I have lived all my life there until I age 23, ventured to Cebu City for greener pasture. At least once in every year, I go back there to visit my parents and relatives. It is my home.