“Tinging bumigkis sa dalawa nang di sinasadya’y magkita, pinagbuhol, pinag-isa mga pusong noo’y magkaiba.” (“An unanticipated look bound them, where once there were two hearts, now beat as one, together.”) – by Bienvenido Lumbera, a National artist from Lipa, Batangas (Music composed for Hari Rama by Ryan Cayabyab, a renowned composer from Taal) Tagaytay is just an … Continue reading
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Boracay: Promoting Your Own Country
“There ought to be system of manners in every nation which a well-formed mind would be disposed to relish. To make us love our country, our country ought to be lovely.” – Edmund Burke Unfortunately, Philippines is an under-rated destination compared to other Southeast Asian countries marketed aggressively especially with their beaches. Thanks to social … Continue reading
Batanes: Going Back To My Roots
“Living in Washington, a friend of mine told me that my colors were losing intensity. Right then and there, I knew that it was time to get back to my roots. I have observed over the past twenty years that weather and cultural surroundings have a major impact on one’s outlook.” – Pacita Abad (International artist … Continue reading