Cory Aquino's Spirit will live on to inspire us all

Last night I was able to view our beloved President Cory Aquino's remains at the De La Salle Greenhills Freedom Center, where some of her campaigns for truth, justice and peace have been held. In physical death she was so peaceful, still wearing her "happy" yellow dress. God has a great way of rewarding His faithful handmaids and servants who live righteously according to His plans. I look forward to meeting Cory again and her husband Senator Ninoy when I am given the privilege to pass on to eternity one day. She is really one public figure who has influenced me and my beliefs most years of my life. Thank God for the great gift of Cory Aquino.

Departed Cory Aquino

Thank You God for granting eternal reward to a servant leader who lived according to Your will and generously responded to the challenging call of governing the Philippines at a very critical time after restoring freedom. Thank You for the gift of Cory. We lift her to You as she joins the Saints and Angels and her beloved Ninoy and parents praising You forever and enjoying Your loving presence with happiness. Cory, pray for us all in the Philippines as we pray for your family in this sad period. Godbless the Philippines and the Pinoys. Aug.1, 2009

President Cory Aquino

God rest our beloved President Cory Aquino, who passed on to immortality at dawn today, Aug.1, 2009, First Saturday. May her good example and spirit continue to inspire us Filipinos everywhere. Godbless and Peace.

Gabby

Registered Nurse Grace Lopez

July 25, 2009
Today, we got the results of the last national nursing board exam in the Philippines. We are happy that our niece Grace Lopez passed it. Congratulations and all the best.
Godbless.
Gabby

July 9, 2009

Been a while since I've blogged. Have been busy w/3 classes, including one with Macao students. Have also been busy teaching at the Police and Armed Forces Colleges. The above pic was taken when Ray and Marcia and Carolyn visited us in 2002. Cheers.

Gabby

A YEAR AGO

June 17, 2009
Last year, Norman and I went to Hanoi for a short holiday. It was our last trip overseas together. We enjoyed it thoroughly. I managed to attend Mass at the Hanoi Catholic Cathedral, which was packed with faithful devotees. This pic shows us in front of the old Presidential Palace within the vicinity of Ho Chi Minh's Monument and Masouleum. Godbless.
Gabby

Break in Davao City

June 1, 2009

Was in Davao last week for 3 days to attend our fair trade partners national conference. It was a great break for me because Davao is a laid-back progressive city, full of fruits, flowers and food. Had a nice dinner w/my former students at a local joint specializing in fresh seafoods.

Cheers

Gabby