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What We Learn Along the Way

Every journey leaves us with more than memories—it leaves us with lessons. Through personal reflections, stories of reinvention, and moments of growth, discover the insights that help us embrace change, find hope, and appreciate every chapter of life.

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Gosh, I’m 36!

Posted on October 25, 2018October 25, 2018by Mae Olandesca

It has been two weeks from my birthday and my “bad” mood has somehow subsided.  Is getting older really like this?  Oh, just the hype of the hormones!  Anyway, I […]

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Misamis Occidental Tourism Guide: Kawa Hot Bath and Spa

Posted on October 10, 2018January 8, 2024by Mae Olandesca
Misamis Occidental tourism guide smiling candidly while bathing in Kawa

Relax in a giant “wok” hot tub in Tibiao, Antique is tripzilla.com’s number 3 in 8 Fun and Unique Things to Do in The Philippines.  As Filipinos, we are really […]

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Saving Little Seb

Posted on September 25, 2018September 25, 2018by Mae Olandesca

Just last week, my former student tagged me on an FB post regarding a climb to Mt. Malindang.  It was quiet inviting ‘coz I’ve never been climbing mountains aside from […]

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That Winter in Seoul

Posted on September 10, 2018September 10, 2018by Mae Olandesca

Whole Dress Was a Gift from Atty. Loueli “Toti” Jabines That winter in Seoul when…. … my outfit was not fit enough for an out. That winter in Seoul when…. […]

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Universal Studios Singapore

Posted on September 3, 2018September 3, 2018by Mae Olandesca

And it took me a year and a half for this blog post!  Hehe….  My procrastination here won’t get me anywhere!  Huhu….  This isn’t good anymore ‘coz I’m starting to […]

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Restaurant-Quality Eats at Purple Yam Haus

Posted on August 20, 2018January 9, 2024by Mae Olandesca
Misamis Occidental fine dining Purple Yam Haus

Photo Grabbed from Sir Oyos Familiar with Casa Verde and La Vie Parisienne in Cebu?  Hear ye, hear ye, big OZ!  Same residence turned resto is now finally here in our laid-back […]

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The Christ-Centered Woman Essential Oil Blends

Posted on August 1, 2018August 1, 2018by Mae Olandesca

I woke up very early today because I was excited for first day of school!  Parang bata lang ano?  Excited because of new bag, new shoes, new school supplies, etc.  […]

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Migo Café

Posted on July 26, 2018July 26, 2018by Mae Olandesca

With Ms. Jane Marie Tabucan of DTI Misamis Occidental, Ms. Thata Roxas of MBC, and Mr. Nikko Calledo, Owner of Migo Café A venue for meet-ups, get-togethers, and socialization.  That’s what […]

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Akapela Open

Posted on July 21, 2018July 25, 2018by Mae Olandesca

The Cultural Center of the Philippines Cultural Exchange Department in partnership with The Music School of Ryan Cayabyab, La Salle University Ozamiz, Lalawigan ng Bulacan, Sining Bulakenyo, University of St. […]

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Dengue Awareness Drive in Ozamiz City

Posted on July 12, 2018July 13, 2018by Mae Olandesca

Photo Grabbed from Mr. Almaclen Baron Buray, RN Just last July 6, 2018, Inquirer.net posted about the dengue outbreak in Ozamiz City.  To read about it, click this link.  The […]

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