Sometimes, we look back on our past to remind us about the things that gave us those life-affirming moments. We look back on our past just to revitalize us. We look back on our past to bring back our shaky passion to its old glory. We look back but never should we dwell on our past. Yes, they help us mold to be the person we are of today but we should as well accept the fact that there are some things which ought to stay in the past; that no matter what we do, we can never bring them back. Reflect why they happened or never did, enjoy the present, embrace the change because there are surely a lot of opportunities ahead of you to create happier moments. Let's not waste our precious time dreaming or regretting, instead, we should be more grateful of the things we have in the present.

My Sagada experience, together with my girl friends, is one moment that I like to revisit every now and then and which I think is worthy to share with you guys. It was indeed a cool summer to remember when adventure met relaxation. They say that broken hearts go to Sagada; I say brave hearts do. There are just a lot of enthralling activities you can do there which some will I share with you in this three-part post. We had a 3-day, 2-night trip so lezz go over Day 1 and keep posted for the next two days of our exhilarating Sagada excursion.

1. Banaue Rice Terraces
An overnight travel from Manila brought us to the Eighth Wonder of the World, the Banaue Rice Terraces. Studies indicate that it took the Ifugaos more than 2000 years to build their stone-walled terraces; the highest, best built and most extensive in the world.

Life has its own way of playing its cards. There are times when you simply don't understand why a certain thing happens to you. When you're not that lucky, then you might just get slapped with a joker card. Have you ever felt that life is playing a big joke on you? Don't get saddened as you are not alone. No one is an exception in this game of life. I for one have gotten my own card.

Pistanthrophobia. I consider this as one of the greatest jokes life can ever throw at you. People who have fear of trusting others are the very same people who have once greatly trusted. Then what might be the cause of this? Betrayal. In a world where pride, ego, competition, jealousy, and temptation are all present, betrayal is always on the corner. Gossips and rumors might also make betrayal's way faster to you. So what should you better do when this happens to you? Take a deep breath and let your spirit free. You can never control the minds of other people however you are given that wonderful ability to control your own emotions. As the saying goes, "If they throw a stone at  you, throw them bread." Who knows you'll finally get that ace card you are longing for.

A perfect timing as our company also held its annual company outing in one of the most splendid resorts in Mactan, Vista Mar Beach Resort and Country Club. With a Bohemian theme, this deemed suitable as I let loose of what I was feeling inside. What then is Bohemian? It refers to a person, musician, artist or writer who lives a free spirited life and believes in truth, freedom and love. I just like to emphasize again, believes in truth. Do you?


























Let me end this post with a brief reminder, no one can ever hurt you without your consent. If you allow them to do so, then you might just ask yourself why. You can't surely please everyone but as long as you are doing the right thing and you're following the right path then that's more than enough. Ignore them because sooner or later, they'll get a dose of their own medicine. Choose to love yourself and choose to be happy; you can never go wrong with these choices. #loveandpeace