My Unforgettable North Luzon Journey

Being assigned as the “byahera” (that’s how I label what I do and make it a blessing) for North Luzon stores has enriched my life.

The moment when I touched down at every destination, 38 all in all – after a really long land travel along McArthur Hi-way, made my heart calm down; I feel safe.

Arriving in sunglasses, pretending to be a customer, was the most exciting thing. Then those who do not know me would think I was who they were all getting prepared for and get gold. :) Dah-ha.

Seeing teams happily smiling, or in spite of loads of tasks to do – relieves me of the monotony of my long travel.

And it starts to energize my every muscle.

Knowing a little bit or a little bit more about their lives has touched me.

Their thoughtfulness and sweetness had made me so, too.

Their courage made me brave-r. Such that when stormy days follow me during my visits, I stay alive and still see them.:) 

Those simple kumustahan secured me that they are all right. If not so, I hoped to have enlivened them, and made them overcome and move on.

Being inside those cubes would take my breath away, literally. I usually stay somewhere open.

They know very well how absorbed I am to stay in their territories. And how i try to be awake to catch the graveyard and witness the closing event. They have seen me chase buses.

But I chose to stuck myself, talking and dining with them in the four walls of their comfort zones. And i loved that. I loved listening to the stories of their lives and dreams. And understanding the circumstances of their daily living.

Hence I did not get to roam around  and see which places they spend their rest days.

But I chose to explore around during my rest days and planned vacation. :)

Journey, visit Kapurpurawan & the monstrous Windmills, Laoag! Also, Vigan at night is romantic. Ilocandia never fail to amaze me. Your e-tour is worth exploring it in the actual.

Journey, surf safely in San Juan, La Union! Or just watch people surf. Or roam around and look around. I just stared at the beach when i went there.  That is simply spectacular!

Journey, visit the creations of Ben Cab Museum, and chill at the restaurant, Baguio! Or walk along Camp John Hay. Feel the air and hug the pine trees. It will ease your spirits! Or have a great spelunking cave adventure in Sagada. 

Journey, visit the hundred islands, Pangasinan! It would be reviving to look at those islands that God created.  Or Look at those hills of Sual. The greens will refresh you when you go back to work.

Journey, healthy food tripping Pampanga! Taste every delicacy. The Hot-Air Balloon Fest was heart warming. It will empower you to fly high!

Journey, trek to Mount Pinatubo, Tarlac! Those 3 hours will burn some fats and at the end will be a picturesque view of the crater lake.

Journey, catch the sunset, and see the Capones Cove, Zambales! The orange sky will energize you!

Journey, watch the dolphins, the birds and the sea lions, Subic! A short time with animal creatures will surely make you appreciate the wildlife.

I hope that I was able to add value to their lives in my simplest ways and words; thru my open-mindedness, patience, warmth and sincerity; which i gained from the official and personal travels.

More than work, I am glad to have established closeness and friendship to most of them. :)

Getting in touch to talk about living our lives would be a great moment when I see them again.

Life is a full circle, round like the earth we live in. There is: family, work, community, friends, birds, flowers, seas, mountains, caves, waterfalls, and God. At the end of each day, what is left is yourself. Whatever I mean by this, is up for you to decipher.

Live Laugh Love. And make every moment count. Traveling gave me wider perspectives and horizons. Look at the sky and the clouds, taste the rain, touch the water! And dealing with life becomes simpler and more enjoyable. Thus, I love to live. 

"Dako akong kalipay nga nakig-trabaho sa inyong tanan. Magkita kita ta sa sunod didto sa North Luzon" (It has been a pleasure working with you all. See you when I see you in North Luzon!)

I move on with a grateful heart.

Hasta La Vista  North Luzon!

Meantime, let me spread happiness in enchanting Visayas and some more fun and love in Beautiful Mindanao! 

Falls in Siquijor

San Juan, Siquijor

Camiguin

Camotes Island, Cebu

Camotes Island, Cebu

Tuasan Falls, Camiguin

Casaroro Falls, Valencia, Negros Oriental

Guess where? :) 

Cateel, Davao Oriental

you can read more here: http://journeyingpinay.blogspot.com/2012/07/aliwagwag-falls-magnificent-waterfalls.html

Natigbasan Falls, Bukidnon

you can read more here:  http://www.journeyingpinay.blogspot.com/2012/08/malaybalay-bukidnon-life-giving.html

Polomolok, South Cotabato

House of Manny Paquiao :) Saranggani

Kapatagan, Digos, Davao del Sur

Camp Sambros, Digos, Davao del Sur (overlooking Mt. Apo)

Cagayan de Oro River! Ayo-Ayo!

The more I see, the more love I have in myself, the more love I give to others. The greater person I become. I am more than what you think I am. I do more than what you think I do. Enjoy life! I do!

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This post is for North Luzon.

Todo Norte!