lunes, 31 de marzo de 2014

Exceeds Expectations

There were many things that I accomplished in the past and yet I still have pending transaction that needs to be done. However, today I need to pause so that I can give myself ample time to think and reorganise my plans. I have to think better strategies in facing the future. Furthermore, today, the first quarter of the year is officially ending and I have to look back to thank everyone and move forward for a better future.

I would like to take this opportunity to thank God for all the blessing He always gives me. I would like also to say "Thank you" to everyone who helped me to achieve what I have today. I am very delightful because I finished several accomplishments and achieved lots of milestones in my life.
 
I would like to thank my family and friends for unconditional love and support they had given me. Three weeks ago, I visited my family in the Philippines and when I travelled back home, I took the opportunity to bond with my mom, niece and nephews. Moreover, I met my few friends to catch up and bond with them. Of course, my purpose in returning back was settling my personal stuff in various organization.  
 
So, I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe, that you have received it, & it will be yours. - Mark 11:24
 
 All dreams come true if we have the courage to pursue them.
Anonymous


True wisdom comes to each of us when we realize how little we understand about life, ourselves, and the world around us.
Socrates
 

jueves, 6 de marzo de 2014

Filipino Olympian - Michael Christian Martinez

Martinez was born on November 4, 1996 and is the youngest of three children. He is a Filipino figure skater and began skating in 2005. He placed 5th on 2013  at the World Junior Championships and has won two senior international medals.
 
Martinez was also the only athlete representing the Philippines at the 2014 Winter Olympics and served as Philippine country's flag bearer at the opening ceremony. In Sochi, Martinez qualified for the free skate after placing 19th in the short program with a score of 64.81 points, a season's best. He scored 119.44 in the free skate and finished 19th overall with a total score of 184.25.
 
Currently, he is in Sofia, Bulgaria to compete in the prestigious World Junior Figure Skating Championships.

viernes, 28 de febrero de 2014

Azklas - La Selección de fútbol de Filipinas


La Selección de fútbol de Filipinas es el representativo nacional de este país y es controlada por la Federación Filipina de Fútbol, perteneciente a la AFC. Se le suele llamar azkals, que deriva de askal, un término coloquial que significa perros callejeros. Su primer partido fue en febrero de 1913 aún no han obtenido grandes resultados en el ámbito internacional. Unos de sus jugadores más destacados ha sido Paulino Alcántara, quien sería el goleador histórico del Fútbol Club Barcelona, al haber marcado 369 goles en 357 partidos disputados entre 1912 y 1927, y pasando a la historia del fútbol como el primer asiático en jugar en Europa.

Calle Crisologo, Vigan - Ilocos Sur

The Calle Crisologo is listed as UNESCO World Heritage Site. It showcase the rich culture of ancient Filipinos with Spanish inspired  old structures in the north of the Philippines. In this village you can ride in a traditional carriage.

jueves, 27 de febrero de 2014

Cape Bojeador - Burgus, Ilocos Norte

Cape Bojeador, Burgus, Ilocos Norte. The tower was designed by Megin Pers in 1887 to guide seafarers during the Spanish area.

When you climb here, you will the majestic view of the West Philippine Sea.

Bangui Windmills

Bangui Windmills at Bangui, Ilocos Norte. This gigantic windmills advocate of green living. These are one of the major resources of energy in Luzon. It also help minimize greenhouse gas emission.

Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve

The reservoir is home to unique plants and animals. It has mangroves, mudflats,  ponds and forest. This is also a ground for migratory bi...