Category: Blogging
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A Visit to the American National Cemetery in Manila
Originally posted on Subli: On my recent trip to the Philippines, I paid my respects to members of the armed forces buried in the American National Cemetery in Manila. It was a moving and humbling experience. The American National Cemetery and Memorial are located in Fort Bonifacio in Taguig, just outside Manila proper, within the…
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Things to do this St.Patrick’s Day Weekend
Originally posted on Long Island Past and Present: Bayville Haunted St. Patrick Haunted Houses March 17 & 18, Friday and Saturday 7:30 pm to 10 pm Bayville Adventure Park 8 Bayville Ave., Bayville, NY Bayville Haunted St. Patrick’s has 3 Haunted Houses. A St. Patrick’s themed house, St. Patrick’s at the Asylum, and the Leprechaun…
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My Last Farewell by Jose Rizal
Originally posted on Subli: On December 30, 1896, Jose Rizal was executed by firing squad on grounds of treason by the Spaniards, which ignited the fire for the Philippine revolution against the Spanish Regime. He wrote this poem before his execution. Spanish English “Mi último adiós”original version by José Rizal Adiós, Patria adorada, región del…
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Cavite Province and Its History – Conclusion
Originally posted on Subli: Front view of Aguinaldo House in Kawit, Cavite. Photo Credit: Patrick Roque On August 28, 1896, when the revolution against Spain broke out, Cavite became a bloody theater of war. Emilio Aguinaldo led the ?Caviteños on lightning raids on Spanish headquarters and soon liberated the entire province through the Battle of…
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Cavite Province and Its History – Part III
Originally posted on Subli: Monument marking the execution site of the Gomburza in Rizal ParkPhoto Credit: Wikipedia by Windows72106 In 1869, the Spanish Cortes recognized individual freedom of expression, association, and worship, legalized civil marriage, and introduced the jury system. A wealthy liberal, Carlos Maria de la Torre, was sent to the Philippines as the…
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Cavite Province and Its History – Part II
Originally posted on Subli: Due to its military importance, Cavite had been attacked by foreigners in their quest to conquer Manila and the Philippines. In 1647, the Dutch made a surprise attack on the city, pounding the port incessantly, but were repulsed. At Sangley Point still stands the ruins of Porta Vaga Church which was…
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Cavite Province and Its History – Part I
Originally posted on Subli: Photo Credit: Wikimedia Commons by Jimboy085 Cavite province extends south of Manila along Manila Bay and includes Corregidor Island, and bounds the provinces of Rizal, Laguna, and Batangas. The proximity of Manila provides a job and agricultural market, particularly for coastal residents. In 1954, Trece Martires City was created as a…
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A Few Suggestions to Stay Healthy
Originally posted on Stop and Smell the Roses – Stay Healthy and Stress Free : By: Rosalinda Morgan Author,?Saving Wentworth Hall Here are a few suggestions to stay healthy. I’ve been practicing healthy habits since I’m in my early 40s, and it shows because, at this last quarter stage of my life, I have no…
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Happy National Jeep Day, Angels!
Originally posted on Subli: In June 1940, with World War II on the horizon, the U.S. Army solicited bids from 135 automakers for a 1/4 ton “light reconnaissance vehicle” tailored to Army specifications. Only three companies responded — Bantam, Willys, and Ford — but, within a year’s time they collectively produced the template for the…
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A tribute to my parents on their 79th wedding anniversary if they are here today
Originally posted on Subli: With the war going on in Ukraine, I thought of the war in the Philippines when I was a baby. War is a terrible thing, and in memory of my parent’s 79th wedding anniversary, I’m reposting this story of how Dad’s decision saved our lives from the massacre. Otherwise, my three…
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