#padyak

[seannesruins]

Chasing sunrise with ya boi Ravi.

[saturngatus]

Pandangguhan Song

Manunugtog ay nangagpasimula At nangagsayawan ang mga mutya Sa mga padyak parang magigiba Kung bawat tapakan ng mga bakya Kung pagmamasdan ay nakatutuwa Ang hinhin nila'y hindi nawawala Tunay na hinahangaan ng madla Ang sayaw nitong ating inang bansa

Dahil sa ikaw mutyang paraluman Walang kasing-ganda sa dagat silangan Mahal na hiyas ang puso mo hirang Ang pag-ibig mo'y kay hirap kamtan Kung hindi taos ay mabibigo sa mga pagsuyong iaalay Kung hindi taos ay mabibigo sa mga pagsuyong iaalay

Halina aking mahal Ligaya ko ay ikaw Kapag 'di ka natatanaw Ang buhay ko ay anong panglaw

Halina aking mahal Ligaya ko ay ikaw Kapag 'di ka natatanaw Ang buhay ko ay anong panglaw

Kung may pista sa aming bayan Ang lahat ay nagdiriwang May lechon bawat tahanan May gayak pati simbahan Paglabas ni Santa Mariang mahal Kami ay taos na nagdarasal Prusisyon dito ay nagdaraan Kung kaya't ang iba'y nag-aabang May tumutugtog at may sumasayaw Mayrong sa galak ay napapasigaw Ang pista sa bayan namin ay ganyan Ang saya tila walang katapusan

Manunugtog ay nangagpasimula At nangagsayawan ang mga mutya Sa mga padyak parang magigiba Kung bawat tapakan ng mga bakya Kung pagmamasdan ay nakatutuwa Ang hinhin nila'y hindi nawawala Tunay na hinahangaan ng madla Ang sayaw nitong ating Inang bansa

[eliink]

𝐌𝐲 10-𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐉𝐚𝐮𝐧𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐬𝐛𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐎𝐯𝐞𝐫

As a city girl born and raised in Manila, my eyes always widen whenever I see forests, cows, mountains, sheep, and oceans. Being part of a family without any province, it can take me 3-4 years at times to reconnect with nature. My cousins often tease me for being dramatic because I shout, 'Look! There's a mountain!' and capture thousands of photos until my phone runs out of storage. The smell of cows' dirt never disgusts me; I'd rather lose my hearing to the sound of sheep than listen to my noisy Manila neighbors. The salty air every night is preferable to the polluted air outside our house. Every view in Masbate was breathtaking. Now, you might confirm that I am indeed dramatic, but there's a reason behind it.

The 19-hour trip to Masbate was entirely worthwhile. Upon arriving on the island, I could already hear 'habal-habal' and 'padyak' riders offering rides to those just getting off the bus. Hospitality was the first characteristic I encountered among the locals. They eagerly pointed out every street and structure we passed. People in Masbate love their fish—different varieties since they live by the sea. On our way to Mataba Island, we even saw a flying fish and jellyfish. While staying there, we met Nanay Minda, a perfect embodiment of their hospitality. She let us stay in her nipa hut, where we watched the sunset and sipped the hot coffee she prepared. I witnessed their vibrant festival celebrations, where music blasted until 6 in the morning without any complaints from neighbors. I was also surprised to see a poster labeling 'kwek-kwek' as squid balls—how does that make sense? Sometimes, we experienced days without signal or WiFi, as their electricity cuts off at 9:00 AM. How do they manage?

Despite these experiences, I know that Manila and Masbate share similarities in daily life: high food prices, bustling neighborhoods, and early risers. My 10-day journey in Masbate taught me to embrace their culture and island life. The two days without signal or WiFi were surprisingly peaceful—no phone notifications to distract from the sea, sunset, and mountains. I learned the value of experiencing things outside my comfort zone and accepting situations as they are.

On the 10th day of our journey, as we headed back to Manila to resume our student responsibilities, people waved goodbye and shared snacks for the bus ride. I'll never forget the elderly lady who gave us freshly picked caimito. Now, I miss waking up early for sunrises, seeing mountain silhouettes, staying out until 11 PM, and of course, the people. It's been a week, yet the memories remain vivid in my mind.

[pannaginip]

The first project, "Kariton ng Bagong Buhay at Pag-asa," provides kariton or food carts made by current inmates. Three former prisoners were given kariton with cooking equipment and ingredients they could use to start selling food.

[Judge Maria Sophia Solidum-Taylor, Presiding Judge of the Metro Manila Regional Trial Court 3] also said that this project is a way to give hope and inspiration to the inmates to prevent them from falling into depression and addiction.

"I call upon the national government and the Congress, the Senate, to institutionalize, to put into law the institutionalization the aftercare, the livelihood program for PDLs, drug offenders para mabigyan talaga sila ng second chance in life," Judge Taylor said. "Because these people, just like us, we're all flawed. But if you give them a chance and if you give them hope, magbabago po talaga sila."

The other project is "Padyak Para sa Pagbabago," which was initiated by Superintendent Lino M. Soriano, City Jail Warden. It aims to support the livelihoods of both current and former prisoners.

Manila Mayor Hon. Maria Sheilah "Honey" Lacuna-Pangan said in her speech at the event that these projects are important to give former inmates something to look forward to when they leave the prison.

"Ako naman po ay naniniwala na kayong lahat ay mga pawang biktima lang ng sirkumstansya at sitwasyon sa inyong paligid. Wala naman sigurong gusto maging masama. Kaya lang, napakahirap talaga siguro ng buhay ngayon," she told the inmates.

Meanwhile, the Cyber Communication Center, funded by the Rizal Technological University Laboratory High School Batch 1993 and in active participation of Judge Taylor was also opened during the event.

The facility is located at the North Sector of Manila City Jail Male Dorm and will offer free 15-minute access to video conferencing and phone calls between PDL and their loved ones.

2024 Apr. 2

[benefits1986]

Weird Q and A

What do you do when you get weird questions?

After trying out MatchaME around ina's sleepy town last weekend with Vici and my heavy pouch, dad told me: Matulin din pala 'yan noh? Naiwan mo ako. 'Di mo man lang ako nilingon. LOL. Sabi ko naman e tina-try ko siyang linungin pero 'di pa ako sanay kasi onting pihit lang kay MatchaME, medyo wonky talaga siya. Parang manibela lang ng Ecosport namin. LELS. Kidding aside, for the first time, may mga nakita akong folding bikers sa Los Banos then nakita ko rin silang dumaan sa labas ng bahay ng lola ko last weekend. Super liit ng gulong nung iba pero yes, natawid naman nila. Must be the sign na ituloy na ang padyak to San Pedro muna since mas onti ang ahon sa route na 'yun, I think. I spent time with my possibly new anak-anakan na ka-birthday ng bunso kong kapatid. UGH. May bagong salta na naman pero kasi, this baby girl is actually an odd ball in her fam. She's eight years old and siya 'yung almost ka-age nung bunso. She's also the one na mas malala pa tantrums sa akin nung bata ako pati sa kapatid ko. :p She loves pets and she's trying her luck in her new hamsters kasi nakain ng pusa 'yung last hamster niya. Let's call her T. Obviously, she has sepanx kasi dad niya always flies for work. T: 'Di ka matutulog dito? Why? May pasok ako ng Monday. Ikaw rin 'di ba? So, kahit matulog ako dito, 'di rin tayo makakapagkulitan. Balik din ako next time. T: When ka babalik? March most likely. T: Why March? Why not Feb? Aywaw. Feb pa nga pala. Sige. Balik akong Feb. Sorry na. LOL. T: Why is there dog years and human years? Why is Vici old na pero he looks like a puppy pa? Why is his eyes not black anymore? (Nahirapan akong sagutin 'to, honestly.) It's easier to take care of dogs if you know what their human years are. 'Di ba Vici looks like a puppy but he's a lolo na. 11 years may be young in human years, but in dog years, Vici is 77 na so he's likely to have eyes that are not black anymore. He might go blind some time sooner or later, too.

T: Is Vici gonna die? That's for sure, but we don't know when; so, we'd have to make the most of the time we have with him and the time he has for us, too. Okay?

T: Why do you have too many earrings? Because I'm bored and I'm not cool.

T: Why do you have many tattoos? Because I'm bored and I'm not cool.

T: You are cool and not boring. Hahahahaha. Okay. Sabi mo e.

Mhie, ang hirap sagutin ng mga tanong nito at times.

T is pretty much a creative critter which is still an arguable skill set, generally speaking. ;)

Dad naman egged me to watch Instant Father (?) as Netflix ranked it #2 sa feed niya. I gave in, so ayun na nga. Third time to watch niya with me para raw mas magets niya. LELS. Sabi ko, baka naman maluha na naman siya for the third time. Ayun, naluha nga. Was replying to some people in between. Medyo okay naman 'yung movie in general. Mabagal lang pacing for me. Lagi namang ganun mga PH films, so letting that bit go. I had to answer questions din while at it. D: Anak, ganun ba talaga aneurysm? It really depends e. It's like winning a lottery. You may be able to detect it, but addressing it is an entirely different topic. In the film, 'di naman nasabi 'yung extent niya, perhaps, para 'di overwhelming sa mga nanonood lalo 'yung naglalaba or nagluluto while watching.

D: Bakit 'yung kapitbahay natin, naoperahan and na-save? Ganun din talaga 'yun e. 50-50 chances lang talaga siya.

D: Akala ko 'yung tatay 'yung may sakit e. Sabay sila umiinom lagi ng gamot/vitamins. :D LOL. Saka 'yung make up nung anak, medyo pale ng slight. Maganda naman 'yung reveal pero may mga tanong pa rin ako. Let's not go there na lang. Ayokong basagin trip nung mga makers/creators.

D: Anak, dapat 'yung magulang ang mauna talaga. Puwede naman. Puwedeng hindi. Depends talaga, dad e. Circle of life. Lahat naman mamatay. Una-unahan lang talaga.

D: Nak, ako mauuna sa'yo 'di ba? Hahahahahaha. I will try my best para happy ka sa wish mo na 'yan. 'Wag ka mag-worry. Okay naman ako ngayon. :P

D: May puwede bang puntahan ang mga seniors na okay naman na ang buhay? Medyo malungkot mga nagaganap lately. 'Di na tumitigil. Okay naman na ako e. Okay na rin naman na kayo. Huy. May apo ka pang bago. Mag-bike muna kayo ng malala kaya ayusin mo tuhod at balakang mo. Itawid mo muna siya sa ilog at turuan mong lumangoy. Dalhin mo sa Batulao. Ilibot mo sa kung saan-saan.

D: Nak, puwede pa talaga akong magka-apo sa'yo, noh? Kahit dalawa lang. 1 boy, 1 girl. Daddddd, ano na naman 'yan? Dati, wish mo new apo. Ngayon, meron na. Bakit ako? Menopause na ako. Dami ko na nga white hair e.

D: Anong menopause? Sus. Lagi ka nga bumibili ng napkin e. 'Di na lang ako mag-napkin. Ganun na lang. 'Yung bahay-bata ko, akin lang 'to. LOL.

D: Pansin ko, close ka na sa kids ngayon. Since 3 years old because andyan e. Ayoko lang naman ng sanggol kasi baka mahulog ko or manggigil ako ng malala. LOL.

Nagkamustahan din kami nung 4th anak-anakan ko. Actually, kaya ako umuwi is because I wanna check on her irl. Spiral szn na naman as she's waiting for yet another results ng exam. Puro na lang exam.

B: Ate, paano 'pag hindi ako nakapasa? Mag-work ka then mag-try ka ulit. Ganun lang.

B: Ate, bakit kasi ito dream ko? Ewan ko rin sa'yo. Dream mo 'yan e. 'Di siya madali. First in the family. Kaya obviously, super pressure; but, just keep at it.

B: Ate, ang layo pa. Pero malayo na 'di ba? Dati, ayaw mo na. Tinigil mo na, pero andito ka na. Malayo pa nga, pero you're on track.

B: Ate, bakit kasi ang tagal? Ganito... ang balance sheet, 4 years ang need para maging qualified. Ngayon, kung ikaw ay may hawak na vital signs, tingin mo ba 4 years is enough? No 'di ba? Iba-iba lang ng timeline. Try mong magpa-consult sa doc na 4 years ang training. Tignan natin if may magpa-check up sa'yo.

B: Ate, paano mga kapatid ko? Bata pa sila. Bata ka pa rin naman. Pare-pareho lang kayo.

B: Puwede ba mag-work tapos mag-med? Puwede. Try mo. May offer ka naman 'di ba? Malapit pa sa house. Try mo para makita mo difference ng real world sa school life. Dali. Excited na ako.

B: Ate, bakit paulit-ulit na lang 'yung ganito kong feelings? Feelings are valid kahit ano pa 'yan. 'Di naman ako magsasawang ulit-ulitin since 2015 ba? :p Andito lang ako. Kaya diyan ka lang din. Kapit lungs. Tiwala lungs.

B: Ate, kaya ko ba? Depends. Minsan, yes. Minsan, no. Minsan, I don't know. Pero, for sure, kung kaya mo or 'di mo kaya, 100000% support ako, kami sa'yo kahit 'di halata most of the time.

B:Gusto ko na sa Manila. Okay. Sure ka ba? Open naman house ko lagi sa'yo. Punta ka lang. Pasundo kita. BGC tayo ulit para happy ka.

B: When ka Japan? Malapit na. Kaya gawin mo na tat design ko. LOL. Naiinip na ako.

B: 'Pag 'di ko naggawa tat design mo, oks lang ba? Oo naman. Gusto ko lang ma-wear art mo. Saka sakto kasi sa Jap ko nga papaggawa 'yan. Hihihihi. No pressure.

B: Gusto ko rin mag-Japan kaso 'di pa puwede. 'Di pa kaya. Makakapunta ka rin doon soon. ;) Just you wait. Ako nga 34 na ako nakapunta e. So ikaw, before 30, sure akong makakapunta ka na doon. Malay mo, next year na 'di ba? Tuloy mo lang hustle mo.

B: Okay ka lang ba? Hahahahaha. Next question please. Sa susunod ko na lang na uwi kasi limited time lang usap natin.

[topherpadre07]

Isang padyak semplang agad 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[concerningmyself]

Dalawang oras tatlumpu't limang minuto

Desidido na.

Padyak lang.

Kaya mo yan.

Tuloy mo lang

Huwag kang titigil.

Bawal ka na huminto.

Di makatulog.

May bumabagabag.

Dinala 'ko ng aking mga paa.

[ksgias]

How to Prepare UPSC Maithili Language Paper 2022 – IAS Mains

best ias coaching in bangalore is Maithili is one of the three main languages of Bihar State including Magdahi and Bhojpuri. It is the language of old Mithila ( the area of the ancient Videha, currently Tirhut). It is an Indo-Aryan language of the Indo-European language family. It is also the only Bihari language with a script of its own, named Tirhuta.

The success rate of candidates opting for literature subjects is consistently rising. Everyone is aware of the importance of the optional subject in the UPSC mains exam. Before opting for an optional subject, candidates must keep a few things in mind. What is the current demand and scope of the subjects, and how much effort do they need to put in to get a good score in the optional subject.

Tips to Prepare for the UPSC Maithili language papers 2022 Go through the syllabus of the optional subject thoroughly. Prepare a study plan. Identify the standard books and notes required to prepare for this subject. Work on timeline and deadlines. Prepare your notes for preparation. Practice previous year’s question papers. Give mock exams.

Syllabus MAITHILI PAPER I

HISTORY OF MAITHILI LANGUAGE AND ITS LITERATURE

(Answers must be written in Maithili) PART A

History of Maithili Language

Place of Maithili in Indo-European Language family. Origin and development of Maithili language. (Sanskrit, Prakrit, Avhatt, Maithili) Periodic division of Maithili Language. (Beginning, Middle era, Modern era). Maithili and its different dialects. Relationship between Maithili and other Eastern languages (Bengali, Asamese, Oriya) Origin and Development of Tirhuta Script. Pronouns and Verbs in Maithili Language. PART B

History of Maithili Literature

Background of Maithili Literature (Religious, Economic, Social, Cultural). Periodic division of Maithili literature. Pre-Vidyapati Literature. Vidyapati and his tradition. Medieval Maithili Drama (Kirtaniya Natak, Ankia Nat, Maithili dramas written in Nepal). Maithili Folk Literature (Folk Tales, Folk Drama, Folk Stories, Folk Songs). Development of different literary forms in modern era : Prabandh-kavya Muktak-kavya Novel Short Story Drama Essay Criticism Memoirs Translation Development of Maithili Magazines and Journals. PAPER -II

(Answers must be written in Maithili)

The paper will require first-hand reading of the prescribed texts and will test the critical ability of the candidates.

PART A

Poetry

Vidyapati Geet-Shati—Publisher : Sahitya Akademi, New Delhi (Lyrics— 1 to 50) Govind Das Bhajanavali—Publisher : Maithili Acadamy, Patna (Lyrics— 1 to 25) Krishnajanm—Manbodh Mithilabhasha Ramayana—Chanda Jha (only Sunder-Kand) Rameshwar Charit Mithila Ramayan—Lal Das (only Bal-kand) Keechak-Vadh—Tantra Nath Jha. Datta-Vati—Surendra Jah ‘Suman’ (only 1st and 2nd Cantos). Chitra-Yatri Samakaleen Maithili Kavita—Publisher: Sahitaya Akademi, New Delhi. PART-B

Varna Ratnakar—Jyotirishwar (only 2nd Kallol) Khattar Kakak Tarang—Hari Mohan Jha Lorik—Vijaya Manipadma Prithvi Putra—Lalit Bhaphait Chahak Jinagi—Sudhanshu ‘Shekhar’ Choudhary Kriti Rajkamlak—Publisher: Maithili Acadamy, Patna (First Ten Stories only) Katha–Sangrah–Publisher: Maithili Acadamy, Patna

Reference books Recommended books for Maithili:

Maithili Sahityak Itihas – Dr. Durganath Jha “Shreesh”, Jaykant Mishra, Dr. Dinesh Kumar Jha Maithili Patrakaritak Itihas – Chandranath Mishra Amar Tirhuta Lipik Vikas – Dr. Rajeshwar Jha Maithili Kathak Vikas – Sahitya Academy, New Delhi Maithili Padyak Vikas – Sahitya Academy, New Delhi Maithili Gadyak Vikas – Sahitya Academy, New Delhi Maithili Parichayika

Prepare a study plan Make a monthly, weekly, and daily plan based on the number of hours you have in a day to devote to preparation. Stick to this plan modifying it when needed. Usually, it takes around 3-4 months to complete the optional subject so use this time wisely.

Practice previous year’s Mains exam question papers Use the previous year’s papers as your guide to predicting the questions that can be asked in future. UPSC has a tendency to repeat questions by changing certain keywords. Candidates who have a strong grip on the past papers have higher chances of scoring good marks in the actual examination.

Important topics from Paper 1 and 2 Paper 1 contains History of Maithili Language and History of Maithili Literature. The topics from for Paper 2 in Optional Languages ​​will require first-hand reading and will be designed to test the critical ability of the candidate.

We all know that in the final list, optional paper marks are crucial to deciding rank.

Students have to perform well on the preferred paper. Since the rest of the papers are compulsory for all, it’s only the optional paper that can make or break your fortune. So don’t go for the selective reading, as there is a single optional paper.

Who can opt for the Maithili language paper for the IAS Exam? This language is spoken by the people of the Indian state of Bihar in the northern and eastern regions. As an optional subject, candidates can opt for the Maithili language if they have graduated in the literature of Maithili language as the main subject. It is highly recommended for people who are good in the language. The syllabus is more or less static and limited.

If the candidate is creative and has a good conceptual understanding of the subject this optional is good for them. Good writing skill is also required.

Preparation tips for candidates Clear the basic concepts of the Maithili language to handle paper 2 Every language demands good writing skills, so don’t forget to work on it. Attempt the essay question at least with at least 40 minutes to spare. Write it in a simple and effective language. Write the essay after winding up the other sections. so, candidates write and elaborate the essay accordingly, without wasting time. Developing a reading habit of newspapers of the Maithili language, at least 15-20 minutes every day improves writing skills and gives students the awareness of the recent and modern writing patterns of their language and vocabulary.

[seannesruins]

Did a quick 15km ride and had dinner and beer 🍻 and yes, I've put on weight lol need na mag cardio religiously again.

[bmatthewz3]

Padyak for Hakob 🚵🏾‍♂️😎🌞

Rode our bikes to Tagaytay as early as 1 AM, for a cause, as we remember our dear Bro, Hakobo. Our own little way of "Never skip leg day!" 🦿💯

#NanakorobiYaoki #FallenButNotDefeated 💪🏾 #SeeYouInTimeBro 🙏🏾 #BrothersWeAre 👊🏾 #WeNeverForget #MyOhana #BJFZ4 #BJFZIV #TribeOfBenjamin #RememberFamILY 💚 #NanaysKutings 😽 #4thYearInParadise

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[fionnaraphaela]

Padyak. (2022)

[chi1der]

Padyak from the City of Pines 🌲 (at Burnham Park) https://www.instagram.com/p/CodlQsDS5za/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[pinoymtbiker]

Evolution of a Cyclist #pinoymtbiker #pmtb #siklista #padyak #bikeph #pedalph #bisikleta (at Manila, Philippines) https://www.instagram.com/pinoymtbikers/p/CYdv1G6vsEa/?utm_medium=tumblr

[benefits1986]

Sherep Meg-bike

Today, I had a catch up session with one of my good friends who wants to learn how to ride. Never too late talaga because at 41, go na go talaga siya sa isa sa mga 2023 goals niya. Wala siyang bike so, ‘pag dating ni Matcha Mamba (LOLOLLOLL), punta kami sa farm nila tapos dun kami magtuturuan ng super basic pabebe bike. Pahiram ko muna ‘yung 2015 Dahon ko sa kanya until further notice. Actually, since isa lang naman bike ko bilang ayoko ng maraming bike unlike tatay ko, sobrang mami-miss ko talaga ‘tong Dahon ko. 

Again, ‘di ako batak kasi ‘yung tuhod ko talaga basag na since birth. Pero ang main reason ko sa pagba-bike maliban sa common ground namin ng tatay ko is simple ---literal siyang AFK at offline moment na sobrang wish ng mga tao na nasa mundo ng digital emerut forda bills and forda life. Forced ka talagang ibaba ang kahit anong gadget mo and focus ka lang sa ride mo. Ganun lang. Saka andami mong mapapansin na ‘di mo makikita since legit na nakikipagbakbakan ka sa mga bigger modes of transpo. Also, biking brings me back to my childhood days na may onting time akong mag-bike sa street namin. I never liked dolls and dress up. Lego saka bike, ‘yun ang trip ko. Periodt. I guess, it’s also where my queer era started. ‘Di naman sa ayaw ko ng Barbie and Disney Princesses. Banas lang ako kasi bakit laging shiny and polished sila tapos need ng prince para matawid nila mga ganaps? Yes, at a young age, banas na talaga ako gender eme vibes. Nakikipag-agawan pa akong maging red or blue ranger kasi ayoko ng pink and yellow na colors. Kahit ako ‘yung pink or yellow, feel ko mas dasurv ko pa rin red or blue. Tapos, ending, ayoko na lang makipaglaro. Mag-swing na lang ako. Or seesaw. LOL. Saka bakit ‘di leader mga pink and yellow rangers? Bakiiiittt? So, bike na lang saka Lego para walang hassle.  Speaking of which, siguro ang pinaka oks kong ride is mga 70 KM from Liwa to Iba na hindi malayong side and pabalik, ganun din ‘yung route. Ayoko ng Strava kasi may digital footprint na naman ‘yun saka mase-stress lang ako kasi gamified na naman. Ugh. LOL. Hahahahaha. Solo ride ‘yun tapos nung pagbalik ko sa Liwa, tinanong ako kung sa highway ba ako dumaan. Sabi ko oo. Tinanong ako kung ‘di raw ba ako natakot sa mga truck or sa mga humaharurot na sasakyan lalo ‘yung maangas na akala mo sa kanila ‘yung daan. Dito ko lang narealize na marami ngang trucks at mga harurot pero ‘di ako doon nastress kasi tumatabi naman ako bilang alam kong konting pitik, babu na po tayo sa earth or worse, may maputol or ma-damage na parte ng katawan ko or puwede rin naman akong tumalbog. :D  Side Note: Ianhow... nakuha ko siyang contributor sa content a few years back. Siya pa mismo noon sumasagot kasi ‘di pa siya busy masyado. Upcoming pa siya that time. Sobrang love na love na love ko content niya kasi, ‘di sila pasikat riders. HAHAHAHA. Sobrang simple lang. Most ng bikes nila, walang pakak na pangalan. Pati gears nila, basic since wala pa silang merchs noon, unlike... ayoko na lang mag-talk kasi I remember a number of content peeps na... ‘wag na lang nating bigyan ng clue. Padyak lang talaga and storytelling ang puhunan. Dream ko pa rin siyang makita IRL kasi nga, naudlot ang plans, pero babawi tayo at susubok muli this 2023. Sobrang grounded ng Team Apol. Feeling ko ma-starstruck ako tapos magpapa-sharawt ako for my dad. I rarely get starstruck kahit pa nakatabi ko na si Chito Miranda na ang solid ng dating sa totoong buhay. Kahit si Ebe pa. LOL. ‘Yung saktong pigil lang ng kalooban because the RBF lives on. LOL. Si Ianhow, tito jokes everywhere pero nakapag-bonding kami ng dad ko nung pandemic because of his PLs. Then, kahit wala kaming balak mag-loop, saya lang makita na puwede naman kahit anong ahon ang ganaps mo. Nasa memories lang ‘yan. Main concern ko lang kay Ianhow is lahat “ANG GANDA NG VIEW” mode siya. LOL. Kahit super basic. Pero, I’m not complaining. Then, sa battle niya with his kidney problem, ‘di siya nahiyang i-share though sana noon niya pa sinabi, but, oks lang din. Medyo hassle naman talaga na agad-agad mong ibagsak na may health condition ka, tapos bomba rides ang tinatawid mo. Hoping he gets super well soon and looking forward talaga ako to meet him and kwentuhan lang. :D  Sa ride sa Liwa-Iba Malapit and pabalik, marami-rami rin akong napagtanto like:  -Kaya ko naman talagang mag-solo ride kaso bakit wala akong kahit anong tools. LOL. Sinadya ko ‘to kasi ‘di naman liblib ‘yung lugar. PERO syempre, palo sa pwet ‘yan. Kaya ‘wag niyo akong tularan. 

-Bait ng mga tao sa Liwa area. Before each ride, matik na ‘yan na magpapa-check ako ng gulong sa a little after ng kanto pa-Liwa. May ilang times na wala akong dalang cash (another mortal sin sa rides) kasi malapit lang naman ‘yung iba-bike ko. Sundot ride lang. ‘Yung suki kong kuya taga-check ng tire, natawa sa akin several times tapos sabi pag-balik ko na lang daw. Tapos, ginawa ko na lang nagbigay na lang ako 20 pesos nung bumalik ako tapos sabi ko keep the change. Then, every time na wala na namang akong dalang cash, sasabihin niya, oks lang. :D Syempre, pagdaan ko ulit, aabot na ulit ako. Mala-prepaid.  -Folding bike vs big bike? The answer is depende sa trip mo. Kasi netong ride ko na ‘to, may mga group of bagets boys na pangmalakasan ang hataw. LOL. Hinayaan ko lang sila kasi sabi ko nga, wala akong pake most of the time basta ‘di ako naabala or wala silang naabala. Then, few kilometers after my chill pace, naabutan ko rin sila. Nagpapahinga. Kumaway. Kaway back naman ako. LOL.  Note to self: Matuto mag-inflate ng gulong this 2023 gamit ang tiny hand pump na ‘di digital. LOLLOLLOLL. Hassle pero lifeskill ‘yan, so itawid natin. 

-’Pag meron ka, meaning time of the month, mhie, humanda ka sa lahat ng weather conditions. LOL. Syempre, ako, hindi na naman prepared kaya nung basang-basa ako sa malakas at mala-Netflix na ulan, mhie, nagpray na lang ako. Wala na akong naggawa. Kaya ‘pag nag-ride kayo on your very, very red letter days, mag-black na lang kayo or maroon/wine red/burgundy. I think naka maroon akong velvet jogging pants neto kaya kahit umagos ang dugo everywhere, safe na safe tayo. Practical lang din na medyo makapal ‘yung bottoms, para ‘pag nasubsob, may protection ka pa rin kahit paano. 

-’Yung helmet ko, sa Decathlon ko lang nabili. Oks naman kaso ‘di tulad ng Rudy and iba pang pakak and well-marketed head gears, medyo, ‘di ako solb. Again, oks naman siya and ‘di pa naman ako nabagok sa mga rides ko.  -’Pag may nakita kang mga barbwires, rahanan mo lang. Syempre, isa na naman ito sa mga ‘di ko natancha. Muntik na akong sumalpok sa mga barb wires kasi nagmamadali na ako pabalik for something I can’t remember na. Salamat sa preno, nag-cling ang kamay kong isa sa barbwire. LOL. Swerte na rin kasi ‘yung hinaharangan ng barbwire, ilog yata or something na may bangin na ‘di naman masyadong malalim.  -’Wag na ‘wag kang makikipagsabayan sa mga truck and pick up sa baha. Hahahaha. Shet talaga. I hate baha because sa Southside ko, ngayong 30 years old lang ako nakakaranas ng baha. Dito sa ride na ‘to, kahit medyo clear ‘yung water, mhie, nastress ako. So ending, nakipagsabayan ako sa mga trucks and cars. ‘Yung iba rumahan, pero syempre, highway tayo so, bahala talaga na lang ako sa life ko. Then, since punggok ako, hanggang lampas tuhod ko ‘yung baha na dinaanan ng big cars and trucks. LOL. Humbling. Iwasan ang pagiging ma-pride and aligaga. Sinabihan pa akong sa tabi na lang ako mag-bike kasi mas mababaw ‘yung water doon and mas safe. LOL. Another lesson learned the hard way. Pero, sige, noted po. Opo. 

-There is faith in humanity sa biking kahit maraming hayup in all forms sa daan. Nung basang-basa ako ng ulan, sa isang “shabby” place ako tumigil kahit ayoko. As in. May kubo sa tabing-daan tapos, ‘yung mga manong na nakasilong, sabi sa akin, silong daw muna ako. Syempre, ‘di naman ako puwedeng mag-sungit pero nag-stay lang ako sa place ko. :D May mga nag-menor naman na cars pero kunwari busy ako sa pag-check ng bike ko. Mhie, pride talaga noh? Pride kahit alanganin na talaga. Then, akala ko saglit lang ‘yung ulan parang sa Siargao, pero hindeeee. Ang tagal niya tapos lalo pang lumalakas. Nag-senyas ulit ‘yung mga manong sa kabilang side ng daan. Naawa na yata sa akin kasi naiiyak na ako pero RBF pa rin. Since wala na akong choice, tumawid na ako, then nakisilong. Tinanong kung okay lang ba ako. Sabi ko opo. Then, wala namang naganap na kung ano man kasi mababait din sila. Ako lang talaga ang hindi. Nag-share sila na malimit nga biglang ulan kahit mainit and super sunny levels kaya better daw talagang prepared ako. May ziplock naman ako saka weatherproof bag sa basket ko. Wala lang. Nashare ko lang. ‘Di ko naman dinadala work phone ko sa rides, so, nagtiwala na lang ako sa magic ng ziplock pati na rin sa IP rating ng phone ko. Also the reason why kahit ayokong mag-upgrade ng phones unless masira battery, doon talaga ako sa alam kong pag nalublob sa tubig, may fighting chance. 

-Water is life talaga sa rides. Very good ang Aquaflask for me kasi madalas akong makaiwan ng tubigan. LOL. Kaya may mga stickers ‘yung iba kong flasks is para maalala ko talaga graphically ‘yung tubigan ko. Lagyan mo ng maraming-maraming yelo para kahit mapaos ka, at least, heaven on earth naman feeling mo kapag nakainom ka ng water. 

-’Di rin nakakapayat ang bike ‘pag walang ibang kasabay na sports/activities PLUS diet. ‘Yun talaga. Actually, for me, tamad ang biking kasi nga, pabebe rides lang ako. LOL. I remember my first and only spinning class. Katabi namin si Sunshine Cruz. Chixx levels 1000000 pero, mhie, not for me talaga, spinning. Una, ayoko ng all-girl group. Nakakaumay kahit pa Sunshine Cruz ‘yan. Either mixed or male-dominated because testosterone kicks in. Kahit na syempre, walang-wala ako sa madlang males, oks lang. Parang ‘yung bilis ko mag-eat ng lunch ‘pag need, galing ‘yun sa mga tropa kong guys na, men, sobrang bibilis kumain na 1 Jolly Hotdog, 5 kagats lang, then gone na sila. Choice ko lang talaga.  -Masarap mag-bike ‘pag may dagat at bundok. HUHUHUHUHU. Sa paanan lang ako. Ganern. Nakakakalma talaga. Saka there’s something about swimming after biking na nakaka-happy in a totes different level lalo ‘pag basang-basa ka sa ulan tapos sabak ka na naman sa matindeng araw. Tapos, time of the month pa. Derecho ligo/banlaw with feelings ka talaga, bro. :D Lels. 

-May chance kang maka-meet ng someone sa bike basta ‘wag ka lang masungit like me. LOLOLLOLLOLL. Good luck, dude!  Upcoming ride namin ni dad is Pangil area ikot-ikot to Elbi. Yas. Mga buong araw ko sigurong papadyakin ito because pabebe rider po tayo. No pressure at all. Preferably, ‘yung walang traffic sa Pagsanjan na araw pati sa Sta. Cruz at syempre, sa Elbi na rin. LOL. Na-inception ko na tatay ko kaya ride date na lang talaga kulang. I am soooooo excited to meet Matcha Mamba in the flesh. ‘Di ko na macontain kasi kanina sa Westgate, mhie, wala akong namataang folding bike. Baling-bali leeg ko sa mga bikes pero again, for me, not impressive. HAHAHAHAHA. Huy, gaganda ng bikes nila. As in. Pero, again, not my vibe. Sayang at ‘di ko pa kinuha si Matchamba nung weekend kasi gusto ko pang irelish ang chase kuno. Nakakatuwa ‘yung seller kasi todo build up pa siya. Sabi pa niya, bibigyan daw niya ako ng tips kasi ‘yung bike niya, ‘yun ang goals pero again, ‘di po tayo mayaman, kaya doon lang tayo sa kaya nating itawid kahit nakakalumpo. Syempre, tatay ko, nag-offer na naman na bilhin for me. Sabi ko, puwede naman kaso ayokong isumbat niya sa akin. HAHAHAHAHAHA. Tapos, baka bawiin niya ‘pag nag-away kami ng malala. Pride. Sabi niya, apaka grabe ko naman daw. Sundot ko naman, if I know, gusto lang niya hiramin kaso ayoko nung thought na sasakyan niya ‘yung bike ko like ugh. Arte pa? Arte talaga. 

Though, truth be told, mas excited pa tatay ko sa bike kong parating. HAHAHAHAHAHAHA. Will try to move the meet up this weekend because fucking south to north problems. Nag-adjust naman ‘yung seller pero girl, need ko tuloy mag-wake up super aga para ‘di matraffic. BTW, ‘yung mga names ng bike, cars and gears like my OG DSLR na si Yellow Four, ‘di naman ‘yan like tatawagin ko sila by their names araw-araw. Gusto ko lang may alias sila kasi nga, onti lang gamit ko. LOL. Saka, barubal akong gumamit. Laspag AF. Kaya para naman may onting lambing, the names are there. Natatawa nga madalas mga tao sa akin, kasi ‘yung car na si Bats, sobrang madalang ko siya tawaging Bats. Kakatamad e saka baduy din, honestly. But, Matchamba dasurvs their name. Their as a queer. LOL. Daming alam. Bwiset.  Leaving you with this Pingas ahon very near my ina’s sleepy hometown. Syempre, ‘di ko ba-bike ‘yan. Si dad, nilakad lang ‘yan kasi wala sa katinuan ang sino mang nangahas na umahon diyan. First, malumot usually ang daan. Second, simula pa lang ng baba niyan, steep na steep na steep na. Pero, go lang kung trip mo. ;) Oks naman view sa taas. Saks lang. Caliraya pa rin mas mainam if dito ka sa side na ‘to ng Laguna mapadpad. 

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Kingina magbike pauwi from technohub. Hahahahah! BAT NAGPAPANIC KAYO LAHAT???? Or baka ako lang yun? Hahahaha! Leche. Partida wala pang masyadong public transpo yan ha!

Charot. Umulan kase.

Ayun. Naggrab ako nung nasa kalahati na ko. Hahahahahahah!

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