Experiencing Europe

Everybody dreams of going to Europe, (not for European people, of course, lol). They say that you’re lucky if you will be able to go and find a job in a European territory. You’ll get more compensation and experience different things whilst meeting a lot of new people from different places! Indeed, it is!

 My first few days, weeks rather was awesome! I was able to visit different places that was only visible through my dreams and discover things that are new to me. I get mesmerize every time I feel the coldness of the wind touching my skin, smelling the fresh air and looking at people from different walks of life as they go and pass by at the busiest streets of the city. It’s as if the city or the place itself doesn’t sleep, perhaps they didn’t know what the word “Silence” is. 

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 For quite sometime, I forgot the reason why I am here! Until one day, I started working!

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It was sooooo hard, you have to wake up early in the morning and work for 12 hours or more (case to case basis). If there are special occasions that you want to spend with your family or greet them even online (via skype), you cannot because your boss needs you to work, you have to always put your mobile phone in silence mode and check it only when you have a chance to do so (I usually check mine in the toilet) so that when somebody calls or send you an SMS it will not be so obvious. You have to hide your laptop in your closet or drawer and check on it once in a while (depends if there’s a wifi zone that doesn’t require a password).“EURO” means working a lot in Europe! It’s as if you are working your ass off to earn a lot! You’ll experience back and shoulder pain and a lot more. You can’t complain or ask because aside from not knowing how to speak their language, you don’t want the people who helped you to think that you are complaining so much. The only thing that you can do is to cry out your heart at night when nobody sees you, pretend that everything’s fine and perfect when somebody ask you (especially your family) and pray harder and ask for some signs from HIM, if this is all what He wanted for you! 

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 There are times that you want to give up and surrender! Hoping that you could go back home and be with your family and spend your time with them giggling and laughing till you lost your voice! But you can’t do any but pause for a while and sigh in between works wishing that this is a just a dream, a way of teaching you what life is all about --- PATIENCE and HARD WORK!!!  PATIENCE because there are different kinds of people that you have to please and HARDWORK because this is what really matters! Those were the things i discovered here and I am still in the process of adjusting and learning all the things that I need to know, little by little! As they say, slowly but surely!

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Living the Dream

I am fond of traveling and going to different places. I am an adventure seeker that likes to be outdoors more than being a home insider. Cooking, knitting or any other womanish thingie are not my cup of tea (though I can also do that if I like and if need be). When I was a child, I dreamt of going somewhere but didn’t exactly know where. All I know was that someday, just like the others, I will also experience to fly out of the country. At a very tender age,a premonition of leaving my country and trying my luck somewhere else hit me. And so...... This is my story!

It was year 2010 when the opportunity to go to Thailand came to reality. I can’t believe when I arrived at the airport. In fact, I got teary eyed and told myself “This is it”. Teaching English and staying there for quite some time was a wonderful experience. I gained a lot of friends and I enjoyed my stay as if it was my second home. I thought that working and staying in the “Land of smiles” made my wish came true… Until one day, I got a message from my mom telling me to come home because I’ve got some papers to process. To make the story short, I went home and did exactly what I was told.

It took me forever to realize that I will be able to have another wonderful opportunity. In less than a year of staying in Thailand, I had crossed the country and pursue my dreams in Europe. Yes, in Europe!!! 

The Vatican

Saint Peter Church

 

Now, it’s no longer a premonition nor a dream but a reality! I can’t explain the feeling ‘till now especially when the plane landed at the Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport in Rome and the cold breeze of the air touched my skin. It was like fulfillment! I can attest that a dream is no longer a dream once achieved and a wish is no longer a wish once experienced (Unless you dream and wish again, lol). It may sound absurd, corny, dramatic, or whatever you wanna call it, but who cares? It’s a dream come true for me anyway.

Livin' la vida loca

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Nurse at Heart

Working in a secondary hospital for almost four years as an admin staff, assigned at the emergency room wearing the typical nursing costume        (scrub suits), and working 12 hours a day (or more) on a shifting basis,was not easy. Just like a doctor, teacher, and the likes, it requires a lot of patience, perseverance and determination. Hospital was like our second home and working in the emergency room was really stressful! We experienced different kinds of treatment from the patients, their relatives and even from our own co- workers, which sometimes degrades us!

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We cannot complain nor ask for a nice treatment from the patients or their relatives. Not even to doctors! We cannot shout the patients every time they spit or vomit on our scrubs, pull our hair and slap our face whenever they want to. Okay! They’re sick, but it doesn’t mean that they can do anything they want just because they’re lying on the bed and fighting for their lives, right? Nurses are also human!!!

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There were times that we ended up celebrating our birthdays, Christmas and other special occasions with the patients and our co workers instead of being with our families and loved ones! (Sad wasn’t?) But you know what? The best thing of being a nurse and working in a hospital is that you get to have your monthly check up for free! You can also bring your mom and the whole gang free of charge too =) (But of course, it would be depending on hospital’s rules and regulations) Mind you, the hospital that I had served for almost 4 years was very strict and firm when it comes to this matter! Good thing I have my ER Family to help me with =)=)

Nurses just wanna have fun =)

Going wacky =)

I also met a lot of good friends (especially at the ER Department) and it feels like they were my second family. We had arguments, we shouted at each others faces, span the charts and threw it in the air as if nobody cares. But at the end of the day, we went home with a smile on our face as if nothing happens.

My ER Family

Being a nurse is not all about the chartings!!! It is all about passion! They work hard not only because they want to earn money, but because this is what they pledge for! 

Emergency Area

 I may not be a nurse by profession but based on my experiences, I am proud to say that indeed, I am a nurse at heart, in my own way!!!

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Pain in My Heart

As I was scrolling down for the latest posts from my friends on Facebook, I was intrigued with a video post of the song " Pain in My Heart" sung by Second Wind.  For some reason (which I don't  know), I felt the song so much and it really moved me big time! I kept on playing it over and over again and at some point, I didn't notice that tears were already flowing from my eyes! The song was very sad and it expresses so much agony from a very good relationship that has come to an end. Then, it made me think for a while and asked myself...What if it will happen to me? What should I do? How can I carry on? Can I take it? Lot of questions starts to run through my mind which for a while made it palpitate.
 

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Can you imagine yourself sitting on a couch or lying on the bed crying all day and night while reminiscing the past looking at your pictures together? Oh boy, I don't think I can take that! Nobody wants to be broken hearted and that's the feeling I don't ever want to experience!!! Hmmm, enough of this mellow drama....All I want is to share the song =) To those who haven't heard it yet, here it is... Enjoy and feel each word!!! I'm sure it will move you big time just like what happened to me!

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Philippines Sea Foods Capital

We left Manila on a sunny Wednesday morning full of excitement and joy. Then, the weather changed from sunny to humid when we landed in Roxas City. It seemed that everyone was sweating profusely. Anyways, as i set foot at the airport, I was mesmerized by the angelic voices of the airport's singers in a beautiful Ilonggo song. On our way to my grand parents house, I can't help myself but to reminisce all the memories I have there. I paid a visit a year ago but I can't deny the fact it is getting more and more different each time. Perhaps its economy is boosting, lol. The proofs are the establishments that are growing abundantly in every street. Also, the locals or simply the Ilonggos are really approachable and friendly. The photo below were the people whom we've asked for directions that were really game posing on camera =)
 

 

The Locals

During my stay, I had a chance to savor some of the province's delicacies that will make you crave and ask for more.

King Crabs

Want some? =)

 Roxas City is a medium size city but it offers what big cities like Manila can (even nature and other man made wonders). In fact, it is home to one of the historical churches like Saint Monica church in Panay, where the biggest bell in Asia and the third in the world can be found.

 

Saint Monica Church

Aunt's Pond

I seldom go here but i always find contentment each time i pay a visit. So, If you wish to experience and taste the abundance of marine life, beautiful nature, and an amazing history, go and visit the Philippines Sea Foods Capital of Roxas City. A place where everything is in its abundance!

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Thailand's first Kingdom

From amazingly designed temples, breathtaking beaches in the south to mountainous rugged terrain in the north, Thailand offers endless activities and captivating spots where travelers can enjoy. One of its attractions that draws huge number of tourists annually is the ancient city of Sukothai. The name translates as "Dawn of Happiness" and was Thailand's first Kingdom established in 1238. Today, it is popularly known as Sukothai Historical Park.

One of the park's main attraction

Captured Moments =)

Sukothai Historical Park is huge surrounded by walls and has four gates. A bicycle is required to get around the entirety of the place. Once inside, you will be captivated by the ancient ruins of Buddhist temples and palaces that represents the oldest and intricately Thai architectural style.

After a few attempts,finally I did it, yipee =)

Captivating

Hence, in 1991 UNESCO declared the ancient city of Sukothai as a world heritage site. Come and see for yourself; and I hope you will enjoy it as much as I did =)

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Teaching English

Teaching English as a Second Language to a foreign country is somewhat hard and difficult especially if you really not a teacher by profession. I didn't know I can teach and I didn't have an idea on how and where to start until I met the students. I felt so awkward when I first saw them and I knew that they felt the same way too.

Since English is just their Second Language, my first few weeks were very tough. It was like passing through the eye of a needle. There were times that I want to give up and even told myself that I am not going to stand this kind of scenario for it was far different from what I had expected. Little did I know, I'm starting to embrace everything as if I am ready enough to stay here for another year or two  =)

                                                                      -  to be continued... -

Class picture with my Co-Teachers and favorite students =)

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