As we welcome the New Year, may our hearts be filled with quiet hope and boundless kindness. Let us welcome the dawn with gratitude for
Category: Travel
Wit Wows Wintry Montreal
Before the 300-plus delegates in the MEDA Convention, Wit articulated her struggles as a woman-farmer. Women-farmers globally face the same triple burdens: the same invisibility, the same undervaluation, the same branding as the minor partner. But they also share the same resiliency, the same strength, the same innovation, and determination to create a better future.
I Survived Mt Apo (Part 2)
Mt Apo has proved to me that the world’s most poignant stories are not always about reaching the top, but about returning with something intact, something earned, amidst the challenges one has to hurdle. It is about chasing a dream; something that will echo that craziness in me, yet has clothed me with a sense of pride for having at least tried. And if I ever forget, I will listen to the memory of the wind – the same wind that refused to yield my glorious sunrise in Apo; and instead whispered a different, humbling truth: that to live is to endure, and to endure is sometimes the bravest ascent of all.
I Survived Mt Apo!!! (Part 1)
The plan was to jump-off at midnight, and chase the sunrise that would appear if the clouds decided to yield. The world, however, was simply uncooperative. The clock ticked as the wind screamed, while light, sporadic rains started to drench our tents. Lucky for us, the rains had stopped when midnight came. We went on our way; but the wind sang hoarsely like a chorus of knives. Still, we trudged on; even as the terrain, the cold, the dark, the strong winds – and my bum stomach – were all clearly aligned against us.
I Dream of Apo
I have always dreamt of conquering Mt Apo. Now in the twilight of my years, I feel an urgency to grab the opportunity now before my knees make it more difficult for me. We’re on our way to Mt Apo, and it should be great!
Discover Busuanga: A Hidden Paradise in the Philippines
We had a grand time lounging under the palm trees, snorkeling in crystal-clear waters, and simply soaking in the breathtaking views. Coming home, we all felt an authentic sense of tranquility and and pure relaxation. This island is a perfect retreat for those seeking solitude, beauty, and genuine hospitality in a stunning, untouched setting.
Color My World 