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Philippines or Bust Pt. 17

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The purpose of coming to Guimaras after my son’s wedding was reconnection. We hadn’t seen Joe in two years. Joe’s mom Tina, her husband Terry, Brenda and I haven’t visited with each other in over a year.

Nature’s Eye Resort is an out of the way escape which can only be accessed by foot. Once you are here there is nowhere to go. Yesterday we spent 4 hours playing cards and getting to know our new daughter-in-law, Kristine. This morning the elders of our party (that would be everyone but Joe and Kristine) gathered for a sunrise party

It all feels a little bit like the movie Mama Mia…people who haven’t seen each other in years reconnecting at a rustic resort for a wedding.
The honeymooners cabana
Our lives have taken many unexpected turns. This is one of them and I have to say, we consider ourselves most blessed. This has been a joyous time.

Philippines or Bust Pt. 6

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After a final four hour delay in Manila, Brenda and I made it to IloIlo City., We discovered I am severely allergic to volcanic ash though, I was miserable during my time breathing the air of Taal Volcano. I was fine as soon as I got on the plane.



Went to supper with these guys

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