I have been neglecting this blog for awhile. Blame it on barely having free time. Much of that time has been spent well though, including a surfing trip in San Narciso, Zambales and a day trip to Imus, Cavite.
I've got no interesting pictures to post from the surfing trip although I could say it is a very convenient place to go to. We took a Victory Liner bus (choose from their many stations in Manila) headed for Sta. Cruz, Zambales. As soon as we were on board, we told the conductor we were getting off in San Narciso. When we got there, we hired a tricycle, Php 15 per head to take us to Crystal Beach.
Crystal Beach is quite complete. It's got huts (optional with A/C), real meals and snacks, surf boards, instructors, bonfire, and of course the beach. The downside though is that they don't sell alcohol or encourage smoking. Not that I mind at all. But that could be such a bummer for most people on holiday.
I know Cavite is right next to Manila, and lots of people from Cavite work in Manila too. But it still seems like a world away despite all the shopping malls present at every town. I was stuck with E. on the coastal road for what seemed like 2 hours because of traffic. We eventually got to Imus to attend a friend's father's wake and met up with other friends.
We were quite surprised to see that the funeral home was quite grand, decent and classy given that it was along an internal service road in Imus. Each room had chandeliers and they were all made of Czech crystals! If only pictures could be taken during wakes but superstitious beliefs dictate otherwise.
Other than that, Christmas is underway with all the get-togethers with family and friends. With everything settled, it's nice to be finally home.
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