The Boracaynon

It will take a little while to get over this sad chapter as Manny Pacquiao lost to Manuel Marquez in such a hurtful fashion. By looking at a brighter side, we can dissect instances a little bit to give some light as a process to digest this pain which the Filipino people face at. We can't win all our battles, but one thing for sure is the lesson that we can reflect on and the opportunity for Manny to become tougher and better the next time around if he still intends to fight back in the ring. It's not a shame to lose, not accepting defeat is. Pacman showed great character taking his mistake, and Marquez demonstrates grace accepting victory in return. It only manifested how much respect he has to the power and capability of the people's champ. That's something we Filipinos should be proud about Manny inspite of the turn of events as our expectations fail. He gave it all and we were all entertained until that end of the 6th round. One more thing that we should r...

In the dog´s world, energies need to unleash to stay in balance with nature. Otherwise it accumulates into certain amount of frustration that usually leads into the state of aggression. I´ve learned that from the “Dog Whisperer”, Cesar Milan himself. Its sense made it affirmative on my end being around a fast-paced working environment.  The spaces in between become so valuable to be able to unleash those energies (negative ones) that you contain from all day of catching up with  schedules and deadlines, rush tension, inevitable arrogant colleagues, long working hours, and anything that drains your spirit down. If you´re unable to let go of those frustrations, that´s when trouble find its entry so easily.  A little plunge on something interesting is a good habit to eject from mental and emotional exhaustion collected at work.  I would  spend a little walk and end up at a coffee shop to get some air or go around to enjoy what the tourist are there for – t...

Without the travel aspect attached to my occupation, this profession in hospitality would never be as fulfilling as it is.  For one, this opportunity has bridged me over to catch up with long-unseen family, classmates, friends in different parts of the world every time I come across close to their locations.  And since this career mostly vehicles to the most beautiful places of the world, a network of beautifully-minded people are inevitable to meet as well in an unexpected place and time.  That´s the opportunity you don´t want to miss.   There´s heaps of professional advantages if we look at that perspective.  The industry is like a spider web where recommendations and connections could absolutely work in time that you need it. To my surprise, there are still some people around this industry who are not keen on taking that advantage out.  They restrain to come out and explore, but would rather stay on Facebook and Skype.  Ironically, tou...

Saying “Bora” has become common to people referring to Boracay recently especially by the local tourists. They find convenience by saying "Bora" rather than Boracay. Not quite an issue – some people may think. However if we want to establish distinctness, it disassociates the true identity of the Island. It even gives confusion to foreign visitors. If not few, many are aware that there is this place called Bora Bora in the French Polynesia which showcases similar nature. What lifts Boracay up as one of the world's best aside from its beach is the heart of every Boracaynon – their innate hospitable qualities. Also the love and care to the gift of nature is the utmost concern of everybody. How the sewerage system is being managed, the garbage recycling and processing initiatives, the creation of various groups advocated to deliver eco-tourism sustainability programs are few proofs of its consistent drive. Not necessarily in the order of priority, the desire to...

Balance is so essential in this life that many meet trouble when trying to achieve it. Wherever the going leads to, lessons are destined to take place silently. On the way to that road, to restrain from a depriving environment only make sense when it´s intended to protect something valuable in the journey to make a living. When resistance becomes the choice, only the dauntless can make a point and stand on its ground to serve the purpose that mostly cannot be delivered. People are born coupled with a social responsibility and a role to play. Some of them neglect to fulfill that purpose – the reason and cause why many others don´t realize to stay under the perimeters of proper demeanor because seldom has the courage to slap people´s misdeeds and mistakes especially to the men of authority. It sometimes become a dilemma-like situation when confronted whether to restrain and swallow your purpose or resist then suffer a piece of repercussion. That´s how nature works...

As a boxing and mixed martial arts enthusiast, I have predicted months ago how the fight would be like between Manny Pacquiao and Manuel Marquez for the third time they meet in the boxing arena. As expected, the Mexican´s counter-punching ability and experience made it appear “Pacman” as a loser. How did in the world the decision favor Pacquiao? Technically in the judges´ perspective, the challenger needs to clearly beat the champion in such dramatic fashion to become the new champion, not necessarily to knock him out if you can´t, but somehow immobilize him from slugging you off and push the pace of the game. Marquez and Pacquiao was a classic example. Though Marquez settled clean counter shots, he was unable to slow Manny down…That counts on the judges´ eyes. The same controversy haunted the UFC´s “Machida and Rua” light heavyweight contest few years back. Just like what Rua did on their next battle, if Marquez wanted to dethrone Pacquiao, he must have pinned ...

“An open letter from a confidant” Dear Gil, If not because of Steve Jobs´ demise, you won´t be able to realize how valuable our relationship was. It´s been over a decade already yet haven´t I heard any compliment or even a simple “thank you” coming from you. Being there beside you all the time wasn´t the only role I´ve played. There are instances that I even feel exploited…Waking me up in the middle of the night – only to listen to your stories – isn´t a surprise anymore especially when you´re unhappy…Nowhere in the world you´d go but to me. When you want to listen to music, never you get contented until my equalizers work pretty well. If a friend comes over to ask you out, in no second thought, you just shut me up and leave without saying any goodbye. I even recall you hitting me at one time when I tried to slow down to follow your orders. If you don´t realize why I did that, I tell you now…It is simply because you asked a lot altogether at one time. I wa...