Wishful Thinking

Written on March 28 2012

1. Purchase Either Apple Ipad (any model), Samsung Galaxy Series (maybe S3) and/or Samsung Galaxy Note for the gps, FB updates, photo uploads right away

2. Purchase either Agfa Photo eClipse Explorer or the GE G100 with dicapac for my underwater shots :)

3. A must places to visit
             a. Apo Island and Baluarte

Done April 5 and 6 2012 with Apo Island, Baluarte Rock Formation

            B. Boracay and white sand
           C. Davao/ Samal Island

At Davao Jack Ridge last August 10, 11, 12 2012

Done August 10, 11, 12 2012 with PAGASA at Davao Philippine Eagle Foundation 

           D. Palawan and undergorund river, nido soup
           E. Bohol and chocolate hills
           F. Baguio and strawberry
           G. Ilocos and windmill and old street spanish inspired
           H. Manila - Fort Santiago and Ocean World

4. Asian Cities

         A. HongKong and Victoria Harbor and the ship
         B. Singapore and Merlion
         C. Malaysia and Petronas
         D. Thailand and Buddha Temple

5. my travel diaries be featured in a travel magazine

6. A property (condo, house) in Cebu

7. Finish my Masters either in Silliman (MSN) or UP Open University (MAN) or any university except in Zamboanga City area or better, university abroad

Enrolled as an official student in University of Visayas last July 8 2012 for the course Master of Arts in Nursing Major in Nursing Management

                  

8. A video/picture underwater maskin saan reef basta nag feed ng fishes

9. first international flight

10.A picture/video with Statue of Liberty in New York, Central Park, Empire State and touch the snow

11. Practice my Nursing Profession and Have a stable job in New York.

12. Be an invited honorable/distinguish guests/alumnus for the graduation/special occasion of my alma mater (ZECS, ZNHS WEST, BRENT)


Note: this list is still partially accomplished and is open for changes for additional desires in the future

Our Jovial Rio de Abong Abong Journey

Its More Fun in Abong Abong!!!!

Place: Pasonanca Natural Park, Canucutan, Upper Pasonanca, Zamboanga City.

Date: March 8 2012

Checkpoint

I never thought that there such a haven spot existing in this area. I mean this is not new anymore to zamboangueno trippers but for me as a home buddy before, this is something an exciting discovery. I have seen some photos of my colleagues at work on their tripping in this area and thought of going there but certain circumstances occured that it did not happened. For the record, this is my first time to be in the area. I remember way back during ASSP days, we spent our nature tripping on some river in Lower Pasonanca. Though, it had the same water temperature but the stream here (Upper Pasonanca) is way much clearer. 

How to get there? Just ride the PUJ Upper Pasonanca near Puericulture Hospital and ask the driver to drop you at the checkpoint (Picture 2). Look for the sign Castro Drive so you will not get lost. Ride Cost Php 12. Upon entering, you will be ask to register at their booth and pay their Php 5 fee.

Hanging Bridge

Once inside the park, it now depends on your preference as to where you would like to settle. At first, Des recommended the spot where they had their trip but there was a loud blast heard(more of a Gunshot but no Des said its a firecracker) that taken us aback. So we opted to go further and pass this hanging bridge. We thought of taking some snaps thinking that were in Sevilla, Bohol (except for the fee) but when were on the middle, a group of children from the other point was running towards us that made our balance a bit trembling and gait wobble. 

Unfinished? or Wrecked?

Finally, we found a perfect spot. It had several cottages free of use and some local residents also having their fun.

Clean and clear river!!!

After that tiresome search, we finally set our feet to rest on this sensational clear river stream. Be careful though, because there were some parts of the river that are totally slippery plus the strong water current. I remember Bibay was pushed by this current while she was trying to have a photo shot. Also, there are some parts with different depths like what I asked for Yet to check out first a certain portion of the river before i plunged in.

Water Bender

we love the freezing stream Bbrrr!!!

Sore feet!!! 

Overall, it was a worthwhile trip. I love going back to this place and rest our tire muscles. What I also love about this place is the serene atmosphere truly away from buzzling city. You can only hear the sounds of a chirping birds, brushing of the trees due to some air current, and the gushing water flow; all in all made the place an ambiance perfect for nature lovers and a stress-reliever tripping.

till next tripping.....   :)