We all have our fair share of stories of being stood up by friends who committed to join a trip then backs out the last minute. But what happens if the one who invited you does not show up on the day of the trip and you are already in the meet-up place? Would you push through with the plan or… go back home? … More Sirao Peak – the Untold Story of How I was stood up by a Friend
Sirao Peak comes in various names – Mt. Kan-irag and Sibugay to name a few. Whatever suits you, I’m sure you’ve come across or even hiked already this familiar highland within the borders of Cebu City. Despite the ongoing commotion and healthy arguments among local outdoorsmen, the highlands of Cebu remains as a beautiful sanctuary for those who seek refuge away from the hassles of the city. For this reason, many aspiring hikers would like to try hiking and camping at Sirao Peak. … More Sirao Peak – A Beginner’s Perspective
It’s funny how most of the things that interests us eventually die the moment we finish school – say sports, arts, music, and all the other non-academics. The moment we start to work, we totally get consumed with the tasks that needed to be done, forgetting that once upon a time we were choir members, … More That thing called GROUP PROJECT
As early as grade school we were taught about symbolism – from the colors of the flag to the school’s seal then to those crappy literary pieces that we have to analyze and interpret. Eventually, we then learned that behind those beautifully crafted “happy endings” hides a brutal, mind-boggling, and thrilling chapters left untold by … More Mountaineering is Dangerous to your Heart
I’m back! It’s been quite some time since I last posted something relevant in the blog. Others call it “writer’s block”; I’d like to call it hiatus. And while on those moment of reflection and allowing things to happen just the way the universe planned it, I have come to see on social media (and … More CEBU MOUNTAINS: Perfect Trails for Reflection and Pilgrimage
You have long bid goodbye to your teenage self, but here you are still unsatisfied with what you have accomplished in life, still asking what to do with your life. You have finally landed on the job you have always dream of having back when you were younger. You are now spending several anniversaries with … More Ultimate Hiking Guide to Cebu’s Mountains and Trails (Updated 2020)
“That night when the moon was full and the cold wind sent shiver to lonely souls, a woman was holding dearly to her husband in high hopes of venting all the pains that she was feeling. She was sweating all over, and her cries echoed through the neighboring mountains. Come struck midnight when the … More GUIDE: Trails and Tales of Sirao Peak
Planning for a weekend trip? Dying to forget about the stress caused by tons of workloads or assignments to work unto? Check out these “Not-so-awesome” activities to try around Cebu! Click links for more details on the place. Rock climbing at Poog Crag in Toledo City Budget P500.00 Difficulty Level 5/5 How to get there … More Here are NOT SO FUN things to do in Cebu
“I’ve always felt like an outsider. I don’t belong in the mainstream, and I quite like that.” – Nick Lowe I am not the best person to ask about fashion, lifestyle, food trips, and even the latest happenings in the showbiz industry; but if we are talking about current events, general information, history and geography, … More GUIDE: How to get to Kabang Falls and Sirao Peak (via Talamban)
The wind that blew her hair that Sunday afternoon caused her once neatly-fixed hair looked like it has never been combed at all. Her sweat has been dripping for quiet sometime caused by that late afternoon heat but she didn’t care at all. The gentle breeze that brushed through her sun-kissed skin and the euphoria … More SIRAO: MORE THAN JUST THE FLOWERS
