Digging In, originally uploaded by Em Dy.
Taken April 2008 at Baluarte in Ilocos, Philippines
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This week's Shutterday theme: Grass
Sunday, June 29, 2008
Digging In
Saturday, June 28, 2008
Macau at Night
Casino Lights, originally uploaded by Em Dy.
It's starting to get dark but no worry, these bright hotel/casino lights guide the traveler home.
Taken May 2008 in Macau.
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This week's Photo Hunt theme: Bright
Friday, June 27, 2008
Paying Homage
Vigan Church and McDo, originally uploaded by Em Dy.
On the left is Vigan Church, one of the oldest churches in Ilocos. The place is a must visit for tourists to Ilocandia. Here, locals and tourists pray to the heavens.
On the right is McDonalds where burger worshippers pay homage. What is interesting about this branch of this global fastfood company is that the design is in keeping with the province's heritage look.
The sky seems to separate the two.
Taken April 2008 in Vigan, Ilocos.
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This week's Photo Friday theme: Religion
Wednesday, June 25, 2008
The Beach
Saud Beach Resort, originally uploaded by Em Dy.
It is during summer that we heed the call of the beach. Not only because we have more spare time but also because dipping into the water is a welcome respite to the sweltering heat.
Taken April 2008 in Pagudpud, Ilocos.
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This week's Lens Day theme: Summer
Monday, June 23, 2008
Noodles for Long Life
We celebrated a birthday in the family last Saturday at a Chinese restaurant. As is customary, the meal included pancit because it signifies long life.
What about you? How did you spend your weekend? Do you practice the pancit tradition?
Taken June 2008 at Mann Hann, MegaMall in Mandaluyong, Philippines
Sunday, June 22, 2008
Saturday, June 21, 2008
A Refreshing Dip
Currimao Swim, originally uploaded by Em Dy.
Taken April 2008 in Currimao, Ilocos
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This week's Photo Hunt theme: Water
Friday, June 20, 2008
The Great Outdoors
Tamborine Mountain, originally uploaded by Em Dy.
This was what greeted me every morning I was in Australia for a 10-day seminar. The sky was blue despite it being winter then. It was a welcome respite to the concrete jungle I'm accustomed to. Wish I have something like this in my backyard.
Taken August 2006 in Tamborine Mountain, Australia
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This week's Photo Friday theme: The Great Outdoors
Thursday, June 19, 2008
Para kay Tatay
Father's Day, originally uploaded by Em Dy.
Ang araw ng mga ama ay isang okasyon kung saan maraming negosyo ang kumikita ng malaking pera. Pero higit sa materyal na bagay, mas kailangan ng ating mga ama ang ating panahon, pangunawa at pagmamahal.
Fathers' Day is one occasion where many businesses earn a lot of money. However, our fathers need our time, understanding and affection more than material things.
Taken June 2008 in Davao City, Philippines
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Tema sa linggong ito ng Litratong Pinoy: Ama
This week's Litratong Pinoy theme: Father
Wednesday, June 18, 2008
Tuesday, June 17, 2008
Monday, June 16, 2008
Heaven or Hell
Tastes like heaven, smells like hell
That's what they say about the durian, a fruit synonymous to Davao City. We were there last weekend and like many tourists before us had to go through this rite of passage. For me, it was neither heaven or hell. I'd grown accustomed to the smell as Mom's trusted aide Nene loves this so much and regularly buys her fill. As for the taste, I don't think it's heavenly. Durian is something I won't miss.
What about you? How was your weekend? Was it heaven or hell?
Taken June 2008 in Davao City, Philippines
Sunday, June 15, 2008
Opening Up
Opening Up, originally uploaded by Em Dy.
The man struck the durian in 4 areas then cracked it open with his hands.
Taken June 2008 in Davao City, Philippines------
This week's Macro Day theme: Finger
Saturday, June 14, 2008
Happy
Friday, June 13, 2008
Thursday, June 12, 2008
Presong Pusa
Lagi nating sinasabing dapat ipagtanggol ang kalayaan. Ngunit, tayo din kung minsan ang nagkakait ng kalayaan. Ang tigreng ito ay isang halimbawa. Nakapagitan sa amin ang salamin. Pareho kaming libreng nakakagalaw ngunit limitado ang lugar na ginagalawan niya kumpara sa akin. Wala din siya sa natural niyang dapat kalagyan. Ang kalayaan ay karapatan di lamang ng tao.
We often say that we should fight for our freedom. Yet, occasionally we curtail others' freedom. This tiger is one example. A glass wall separates the two of us. Both of us can move freely but his space is smaller compared to mine. He is also not at his natural habitat. Freedom is a right not exclusive to man.
Taken April 2008 at Ark of Avilon, Tiendesitas
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Tema sa linggng ito ng Litratong Pinoy: Kalayaan
This week's Litratong Pinoy theme: Freedom
Wednesday, June 11, 2008
Tuesday, June 10, 2008
Monday, June 9, 2008
Sunday, June 8, 2008
Saturday, June 7, 2008
Singapore Supreme Court
Singapore Supreme Court, originally uploaded by Em Dy.
Taken June 2008 in Singapore
Friday, June 6, 2008
Making Pewter
Royal Selangor - Torch, originally uploaded by Em Dy.
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This week's Photo Friday theme: Tools
Thursday, June 5, 2008
Madamdaming Paglalakad
Wedding March, originally uploaded by Em Dy.
Ang paglalakad ng babaeng ikakasal ang pinakagusto kong masaksihan sa mga kasal. Sabi nga nila, pinakamaganda ang babae sa araw ng kanyang kasal. Mababakas din sa mukha nya habang naglalakad ang iba't ibang damdaming kanyang nararamdaan. Andyan ang kasiyahan sa katuparan ng pangarap at pagibig, kalungkutan sa paglisan sa buhay na kinagisnan, takot sa buhay na susuungin, etc. Ang lalaking naghihintay sa kanya sa altar at ang pamilyang nakapaligid sa kanya ang nagpapagaan ng kanyang kalooban.
The bridal march is what I want to see most in weddings. As they say, a woman is most beautiful on her wedding day. As she walks down the aisle, a gamut of emotions run through her face. Joy because of a dream come true and of a celebration of love. Sadness as she leaves familiar territory. Fear as she embarks on a new adventure. The sight of the man waiting for her at the end and her family around her reassure her.
Taken April 2008 in Ilocos.
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Tema sa linggong ito ng Litratong Pinoy: Pagiisang Dibdib
This week's Litratong Pinoy theme: Getting Married
Wednesday, June 4, 2008
Tuesday, June 3, 2008
World's Highest Skyjump
World's Highest Skyjump, originally uploaded by Em Dy.
Taken May 2008 at the Macau Tower.
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This week's Photosharks' theme: Jump
Monday, June 2, 2008
Pizza! Pizza!
I was in Megamall yesterday when I spotted Sbarro. Since I haven't been to this restaurant in a long time and I've heard good reviews about the white pizza, I decided to have a quick snack. I was surprised when I saw the selection. Pizza. Pasta. And a whole lot more.
I'm going back for the deep dish pizza. I've always been curious since it was featured in Discovery Travel and Living but didn't know it was available in the Philippines. Now I know better.
How was your weekend?
Taken June 2008 at Sbarro Megamall
Sunday, June 1, 2008
Living on the Edge
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