Category: Personal Blog
“How I Quit Smoking In 1999”
Quitting smoking 25 years ago was a significant achievement for me. I started smoking at thirteen and vividly remember the thrill of smoking without guilt or fear of being caught by my parents. How Did I Start Smoking? I used to pick up still-lit cigarette butts and sneak a few puffs. One time, my father…
“Conquering Mt. Ulap: A Journey Through Clouds, Views, and Lenses”
On May 17, 2018, my officemates and I set out on an adventure to Itogon, Benguet, to conquer Mt. Ulap and its nearby summits. The trail, stretching about 8 kilometers along Ampucao, typically takes 4 to 6 hours to complete. However, our journey began at 5:00 am, with the ascent starting at 5:30 am, and…