tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7962709986934097564Fri, 08 Nov 2024 14:57:36 +0000Human InterestsStill LifePeopleLandmarksSeascapesSkiesFlowersLandscapesPortraitsBlack and WhiteLeavesAnimalsPlantsAgri-ProductsChurchesLentarchitecturalmonochromesInsectsTravelreligiousFestivalFruitsPalm SundaySunriseSunsetBancasreflectionsmacroArtworksBirdsCatsNatureSummerReptilesAko MismoAliwanAliwan2010Female DetentionICM InternationalCareMinistries RedRopeProjectMangoManila City JailMass ActionRallySONA 2009Transportationcraftdetaineeseventsfeastfiestafoodon electionprocessed meatsharingCollections of Digital Images and Artworks by TheHousekeeperhttp://gcmateo.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (Unknown)Blogger216125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7962709986934097564.post-3769137924374572766Sat, 25 Dec 2010 11:29:00 +00002010-12-25T23:11:38.979-08:00                 A Great Christmas Experience Had a wonderful time last December 23 when I was invited by a friend to come with him to a Christmas Party.  Turned out it was a Christmas Feeding Project at Ulingan (the new Smokey Mountain), Tondo, Manila.   The Malaya Kids Ministries treated about a thousand kids of the area (two http://gcmateo.blogspot.com/2010/12/malaya-kids-ulingan-new-smokey-mountain.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7962709986934097564.post-8077093590288776614Tue, 14 Dec 2010 17:02:00 +00002010-12-14T09:02:32.594-08:00Tambobong, Dasol, Pangasinanhttp://gcmateo.blogspot.com/2010/12/tambobong-dasol-pangasinan.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7962709986934097564.post-7624517227298163355Sun, 09 May 2010 12:56:00 +00002010-05-09T05:59:31.225-07:00foodon electionprocessed meatBotohan na bukas!wag basta maniwala sa mga tindera.piliin ang natikman mo na at nasarapan ka.kung di mo pa natikman, magtanong tanong ka muna sa ibang mapagkakatiwalaan mo sa panlasa.kung sakaling nagkamali ka nga, titiisin mo bang kainin ito kahit hindi ka nasasarapan?wag magsisi dahil nagkamali ka ng bili ng longanisa mo.bukas piliing masusi ang tamang longanisa!:Dhttp://gcmateo.blogspot.com/2010/05/pumili-ng-tamang-longanisa.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7962709986934097564.post-5550842457466869308Thu, 29 Apr 2010 06:53:00 +00002010-04-28T23:54:27.855-07:00AliwanAliwan2010eventsfeastFestivalfiestahttp://gcmateo.blogspot.com/2010/04/aliwan-2010_763.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7962709986934097564.post-7244992959737271141Fri, 02 Apr 2010 11:04:00 +00002010-04-02T04:20:13.750-07:00Human InterestsLentmonochromesreligiousImmaculate Conception Cathedral, Cubao, Quezon City - 02 April 2010http://gcmateo.blogspot.com/2010/04/veneration-of-cross.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7962709986934097564.post-6830116836250724998Thu, 11 Mar 2010 11:20:00 +00002010-03-11T03:33:06.979-08:00craftdetaineesFemale DetentionManila City Jailsharinghttp://gcmateo.blogspot.com/2010/03/manila-city-jail-female-detention-visit.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7962709986934097564.post-1862218164221457983Thu, 11 Feb 2010 15:32:00 +00002010-02-11T07:45:36.208-08:00architecturalChurchesHuman InterestsLandmarksmonochromesPeoplereligiousShrine of the Black Nazarene "Quiapo Church", Manila, Philippines - 09 January 2010http://gcmateo.blogspot.com/2010/02/feast-of-black-nazarene.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7962709986934097564.post-2292528900351123509Sat, 19 Dec 2009 16:51:00 +00002009-12-19T08:52:40.258-08:00http://gcmateo.blogspot.com/2009/12/cape-bojeador-lighthouse.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7962709986934097564.post-8510980604707828367Fri, 04 Sep 2009 02:11:00 +00002009-09-03T19:14:37.378-07:00ICM InternationalCareMinistries RedRopeProjectInternational Care Ministries is called to release the poorest of the poor in the Philippines from spiritual, emotional and physical bondage.The Red-Rope Project provides jobs for talented Filipino women struggling to support their families. It is a program of International Care Ministries, A charity dedicated to serving the poor in the Philippines since 1992.http://gcmateo.blogspot.com/2009/09/red-rope-project.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7962709986934097564.post-6739490921104396755Thu, 06 Aug 2009 15:28:00 +00002009-08-06T08:59:11.786-07:005 August 2009 - The day the icon of democracy, President Corazon "Cory" Aquino, was laid to rest. Thousands of Filipinos troop to the streets and brave the rains to witness the longest funeral procession after Ninoy Aquino's burial 26 years ago and pay their last respects to a well loved and idolized leader. May your deeds, and the principles you stood and fought for serve as inspirations for http://gcmateo.blogspot.com/2009/08/paalam-tita-cory.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7962709986934097564.post-2215231429379418119Sun, 02 Aug 2009 16:54:00 +00002009-08-02T10:01:39.353-07:00Prayer for a Happy Death (2004)by Corazon C. AquinoAlmighty God, most merciful FatherYou alone know the timeYou alone know the hourYou alone know the momentWhen I shall breathe my last.So remind me each day, most loving FatherTo be the best that I can beTo be humble, to be kind,To be patient, to be true,To embrace what is goodTo reject what is evilTo adore only You.When that final moment does http://gcmateo.blogspot.com/2009/08/yellow-ribbon-prayers.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7962709986934097564.post-5242429832308407218Sat, 01 Aug 2009 14:19:00 +00002009-08-01T07:48:11.635-07:00“I don't have any formula for ousting a dictator or building democracy. All I can suggest is to forget about yourself and just think of your people. It's always the people who make things happen.” -- Corazon Aquino“She would have wanted us to thank each and everyone of you for all your continued love and support. It was her wish for all of us to pray for one another and for our country." -- http://gcmateo.blogspot.com/2009/08/maraming-salamat-po-tita-cory.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7962709986934097564.post-6474661163874891208Mon, 27 Jul 2009 11:12:00 +00002009-07-27T04:24:44.472-07:00Human InterestsMass ActionPeopleRallySONA 2009http://gcmateo.blogspot.com/2009/07/beyond-pomps-of-sona-2009.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7962709986934097564.post-5800081833384581186Sun, 26 Jul 2009 16:45:00 +00002009-07-26T09:51:26.047-07:00architecturalLandmarksreflectionsSkiesTravelhttp://gcmateo.blogspot.com/2009/07/revisiting-quezon-momerial-circle.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7962709986934097564.post-2992116899073047121Wed, 22 Jul 2009 15:50:00 +00002009-07-22T09:18:40.349-07:00Filipino participants, the Binondo & Quiapo group in Manila, to the worldwide photowalk held last July 18, 2009 poses for souvenir group shots along the plaza in front of the Binondo church just before the rains spoiled the fun. Still, the activity was a success with more than 70 photographers, mostly members of the Flickr group the Flickristasindios, from different skill levels participatinghttp://gcmateo.blogspot.com/2009/07/scott-kelbys-worldwide-photowalk.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7962709986934097564.post-3897824302047367028Sat, 04 Jul 2009 11:49:00 +00002009-07-04T05:17:10.647-07:00Black and WhiteChurchesHuman InterestsLandmarksmonochromesPeoplereligiousTravelLocated at the end of Globo de Oro Street in Quiapo, the Masjid al-Dahab, popularly known as the Golden Mosque, because of the golden color of its dome, was built in 1976 thru the initiative of then First Lady Imelda Romualdez-Marcos to coincide with the visit of Libya’s former strongman Muammar Gaddafi, which was then cancelled. The mosque is the largest in the city and has become the center http://gcmateo.blogspot.com/2009/07/located-at-end-of-globo-de-oro-street.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7962709986934097564.post-5134359451384973436Mon, 15 Jun 2009 05:43:00 +00002009-06-16T05:54:57.980-07:00Ako MismoHuman InterestsPeopleThe Flickristasindios officially did the photo documentation of the "Ako Mismo Dog Tag Day" at the Fort Bonifacio Global City last June 12, 2009.AKO MISMO is a movement to energize and rejuvenate young Filipinos and move them to action.As an advocacy, it is anchored on the following fundamental beliefs:1) There is an inherent desire in every Filipino to effect positive change in the country. Thishttp://gcmateo.blogspot.com/2009/06/ako-mismo.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7962709986934097564.post-6681732249729830055Tue, 02 Jun 2009 06:34:00 +00002009-06-01T23:40:52.281-07:00architecturalLandmarksTravelFort Ilocandia ResortBarangay 37, Kalayab, Laoag City, Ilocos Nortehttp://gcmateo.blogspot.com/2009/06/ilocandia-series.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7962709986934097564.post-6848263234498747870Tue, 26 May 2009 05:23:00 +00002009-05-25T22:28:14.886-07:00architecturalChurchesLandmarksreflectionsreligiousSkiesTravelVigan CathedralVigan Cathedral Bell Tower -- Vigan Cathedral (also known as St. Paul Metropolitan Cathedral) is an earthquake Baroque-styled church built in 1574 commissioned by Spaniard Juan de Salcedo located in the Ilocos region. more...http://gcmateo.blogspot.com/2009/05/ilocandia-series_25.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7962709986934097564.post-2916854306316315691Mon, 25 May 2009 05:58:00 +00002009-05-24T23:06:11.900-07:00Human InterestsLandmarksLandscapesNatureSummerTravelKABIGAN FALLSPagudpud, Ilocos Norte, Philippineshttp://gcmateo.blogspot.com/2009/05/ilocandia-series_24.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7962709986934097564.post-6751801375408342739Tue, 19 May 2009 10:56:00 +00002009-05-19T18:45:20.320-07:00Batay Bell TowerSan Augustine Church and Bell Tower – one of the oldest churches of Ilocos Sur, it was built in 1590 with Fr. Montoya, as the first parish priest. The Augustinian friars named it after St. Augustine, the Patron Saint. The church was damaged during the World War II but was reconstructed in 1950. more...http://gcmateo.blogspot.com/2009/05/batay-bell-tower-san-augustine-church.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7962709986934097564.post-9172506762062021009Mon, 18 May 2009 11:11:00 +00002009-05-18T04:14:52.991-07:00architecturalLandmarksTravelCalle Crisologo by NightEstablished in the 16th century, Vigan is the best-preserved example of a planned Spanish colonial town in Asia. Its architecture reflects the coming together of cultural elements from elsewhere in the Philippines, from China and from Europe, resulting in a culture and townscape that have no parallel anywhere in East and South-East Asia. Sourcehttp://gcmateo.blogspot.com/2009/05/ilocandia-series_18.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7962709986934097564.post-3067593466488362863Thu, 14 May 2009 16:46:00 +00002009-05-14T09:51:05.549-07:00Human InterestsLandmarksLandscapesNatureSeascapesSkiesSunsetTravelBangui WindmillsThe Bangui Windmills are located in Bangui, Ilocos Norte, Philippines. The windmills, officially referred to as the NorthWind Bangui Bay Project, were a project by the NorthWind Development Corporation as a practice renewable energy sources and to help reduce the greenhouse gases that cause global warming. more...http://gcmateo.blogspot.com/2009/05/ilocandia-series_14.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7962709986934097564.post-827186405488910477Tue, 12 May 2009 07:07:00 +00002009-05-12T00:11:23.173-07:00architecturalChurchesreflectionsreligiousReflecting ViganTreat the other man's faith gently; it is all he has to believe with. His mind was created for his own thoughts, not yours or mine. -- Henry S. HaskinsReflection of Vigan Cathedral's Bell Tower10 May 2009Vigan City, Ilocos Sur, Philippineshttp://gcmateo.blogspot.com/2009/05/ilocandia-series_12.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7962709986934097564.post-5143579418687077755Tue, 12 May 2009 06:58:00 +00002009-05-18T04:15:29.223-07:00architecturalCovering IlocosHistory is the witness that testifies to the passing of time; it illumines reality, vitalizes memory, provides guidance in daily life and brings us tidings of antiquity. -- Cicero (106 BC - 43 BC), Pro Publio SestioChowking's (Vigan City, Ilocos Sur) roof detailhttp://gcmateo.blogspot.com/2009/05/ilocandia-series.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0