Sunset in Cloud9

Minutes after take off, just above NAIA, Manila, Philippines, this sunset bids me goodbye. Finally, after my 4 days trip to my grandfather's hometown I am bound to my home.

It was both a sad and overwhelming experience. That long 8 hours back and forth Daet, Camarines Norte was worth it since I met my roots. And seen the place I only used to hear in my father's stories. Sad since I just went there for my grandfather twin's funeral.

Daet, Camarines Norte

Daet is the capital town of the province of Camarines Norte, Philippines. This is where Bicol Region (Region V) begins. The town is quite industrialized though the feel of the province is still there. And nearby towns are mostly in agricultural land.

Most of my father side relatives live here. Since all my life I have been only living in the southern part of the Philippines, I was really glad to visit this place. The sad part was I got to visit to be in my grandfather’s twins’ funeral. I hope next time; I can visit for a vacation.

How to get here:

By Land: From Manila, take bus bound for Daet. Fare is around 700 pesos and travel time is about 8 hours via Quezon Province.

By Air: The nearest commercial airport is in Naga, Camarines Sur. From Manila, take and 40-minute plane ride to Naga. Take a bus, fare is around 140 pesos, or public van with fare around 190 pesos to Daet, travel time is 2 hours.  

From: Google Map

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Heaven's not a crying place...

"On earth, tears are God-given outlet for the pain that we experience, but heaven's not a crying place. It's a God promise."

Compassionate 2014!!!

How good it is to know we have a great God who walks beside us every day. Thank you, Father, for Your faithfulness to me this past year. You truly are faithful to fulfill Your promises. I look to You for all I need. And I am praying that all the people I encounter will always remember how You blessed them with Your unconditional love. 

Ready for a better 2014. Happy New Year!

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