My first PCR swab test

My first PCR swab test

It turns out PCR swab tests are not required for landtrips between certain provinces or destinations, but if you can afford it it is best to do so.

Manaoag Church during the pandemic

Manaoag Church during the pandemic

Manaoag Church is possibly one of the busiest churches in the country. During the pandemic it is a different story.

Danjugan Island: a sanctuary not a resort

Danjugan Island: a sanctuary not a resort

We just visited Danjugan Island, a 30 min bangka ride from the island of Negros.

Sagada

Sagada

This would be my first time going to the Cordillera, a mountain range named after its cord-like labyrinth of mountain chains.

Sagada woven bags I bought

Sagada woven bags I bought

Initially I thought there was only one weaving shop in Sagada, but it turns out there are several, perhaps more.

Zamboanga City, Birding, and the 9th Philippine Bird Festival

Zamboanga City, Birding, and the 9th Philippine Bird Festival

Zamboanga City maintains its resolve, and natural wonders, after the “Zamboanga Siege”.

Sunday sermon

Sunday sermon

Last Sunday my friend Leah and I were on a speeding jeepney that sounded like a machine gun, and then we hit traffic.

A study group teaches me how to make bibingka… economics & policy?

A study group teaches me how to make bibingka… economics & policy?

Who knew Filipino food could inspire us to cook up a better world?

Bisaya words I learned in Bohol

Bisaya words I learned in Bohol

Na tuon pa kug Bolanon bai. I’m learning Bolanon friend.

Valentine’s day with mom

Valentine’s day with mom

Showing some love to mama on Valentine’s Day.