Hello Children of God

A young lad wearing green shirt with a print “Child of God” passed by infront of me. The print reminded me of Ma’am Ching. It’s been a month now and I haven’t heard of her usual feeding with her “Children of God.” Maybe she had stopped for good (They always prayed for her good health).

But then, I heard Mrs. Miira Ellevera, Mrs. Marisa Caturza and Mrs. Elna Puerto discussed about rice and cooking it. This was it and indeed! Last Thursday, July 5, 2012, I saw Ma’am Ching once again. She fed her 80 Children of God.

The 30 grade 1 new member of Children of God were all delighted. This was their first time. Last year, they were mere spectators over their classroom window fence at the gym. But now their moment has come.

They took bites on their yummy chicken joy dipped in a so tasty gravy. Most asked for extra rice.

Who would not envy these Children of God? Once you belong to it, it was like having a countless privilege; taste the delicious dishes of Ma’am Ching, enjoy fabulous party held every anniversary and Christmas and the free schools’ items.

While 40 grade 2s and  10 grade 3s never missed to reunite with Ma’am Ching because they already know what is at stake for them.

After their lunch, they formed a line to receive their school’s items.

I heard Ma’am Ching talking about spaghetti for their 5^th year anniversary. It’s been a while since Ma’am Ching was with us. . 5 years of being generous and kind-hearted.

Ma’am Ellevera asked her about choosing a boy whom she would support for fare. She replied this, “Pag mag stop nako pero naa pa man ko . . .”( If I end my advocacy here but I still have some. . .(graces?))

Her answer had created countless of conclusions in my mind but one thing I was sure; Ma’am Ching doesn’t want to end her advocacy. Not only Ma’am Ching but also God. .

As a church song goes on. . . “Ang tawag larawan sa gugma, mao’y hagit sa tagsa-tagsa. . Pagkadaghan sa anihunon, pagkanihit sa mangangani karon (God’s calling is a sign of love, it’s a challenge to every one.. . There is much to harvest but there are few harvesters).”

And so Leon is quite blessed with having Ma’am Ching who knows how to answer the God’s calling. Every time she’s here, she’s harvesting the underprivileged pupils of our school, feed them and supports them in her little but magnificent way. 

Team Building '12: Trip to Surigao

     After the hassle and the dazzle of strenuous paper works and meeting deadlines, its quite a blessing that we were given a chance the explore the other side of the country. And truly we were rewarded by the wonders of nature. . .it tells us to relax and breath. . .live and be thankful to God. . . Surigao, April 11-12, 2012!

ENCHANTED RIVER

It lives by its name. . .once there you will be enchanted by its blue crystal river. Located in a hidden side of Hinatuan. The river is 85 feet deep and it has an underwater cave which remains to be unexplored.

Go swimming! with the salt water fish (danggit, maya2x, etc) in the river. They seemed to be tamed. So do not forget to bring your snorkel or goggle.

One more thing, never miss the island hopping that the locals offer there. Your thirty pesos has lots to give you. . from the white shore island, fish cage and tinago river.

Back in the Enchanted River, you would witness how the fish would dance while they were fed. Enjoy their presence in the water that they don't mind even if you are watching them.

Truly amazing!

Florland Resort

Need place to rest? Try the Florland Resort. Its amenities offer comfort from the air conditioned room to swimming pools. Or be a singer at their videoke pavilion.

Ocean View Park/Doll House

Packed with dolls collection from all over the world. Each doll has its own story to tell. One story I would not forget is the story of John and Mary from a song. . Mary, Mary please wait for me, I'll come back someday you'll see, saving all my kisses just for you sign with love for ever true. Their dolls also showed that they are singing. There were also dolls of famous people where their real hair was cut and placed on the dolls they represented. It was said that there were 1000 dolls however around 80 dolls were displayed for security and preservation purposes.

Tinuy-an Falls

One of a kind. . . so strong and so powerful! The current was really strong but staying under the falling water would give you a free massage. But do not stay long or else you would feel being hurled by wrestlers afterward. Its a window of the world. . asked my self why it had such description but after being long hours of watching it, I was convinced. It really looked like a window. . 

Lolong, the Biggest Crocodile

 

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