#sta cruz

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Bato ni Barang morning high tide...

"Bato ni Barang holds the whispers of ancient tales, the secrets of mystical realms, and the enchanting essence of a forgotten time. Within its rugged surface lies a wellspring of magic waiting to be awakened by those who believe in the wonder and mystery of the unseen."

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[theanthocyanin]

When in Santa Cruz

[allaboutjaz]

My Grandparents' Renewal of Vows Ceremony

My Grandparents' Renewal of Vows Ceremony – Diamond Wedding Anniversary (60th) | Purple-Navy Blue Wedding Theme, Oct 2022 – Location: Sta. Cruz & Binondo, Manila

10 years ago, my Lolo and Lola had their 50th wedding anniversary / renewal of vows ceremony. The purple motif was similar to the purple-navy blue theme we went for on their Diamond (60th) Wedding Anniversary in October 2022. Because, obviously, my Lola’s name is “Violeta”. 💜 Both ceremonies were presided by the same priest, Rev. Fr. Miguel Garcia, SSS. OCTOBER 2012 OCTOBER 2022 What I…

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Miss Bolivia 2023 results: Camila Sanabria crowns successor in Sta. Cruz

beauty pageant: Miss Bolivia edition: 44th date: July 1, 2023 venue: Salón Sirionó de la FexpoCruz, Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia international memberships: Miss Universe, Miss World, Miss International, Miss Grand International, Reina Hispanoamericana  national director: Gloria Suárez de Limpias broadcaster: Red Uno host: performers: judges: Helen Aponte, Regina Rozenman, Luis…

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I fell inlove with Brgy Sabang, Sta. Cruz, Zambales

[divinum-pacis]

May 31, 2024: Manila, Philippines A woman participates in Santacruzan, an annual religious parade.

According to Wikipedia, Flores de Mayo (Spanish for "flowers of May") is a festival held in the Philippines in the month of May. It is one of the May devotions to the Blessed Virgin Mary and lasts for the entire month.

The Santacruzan (from the Spanish santa cruz, "holy cross") is the ritual pageant held on the last day of the Flores de Mayo.

Photograph: Jam Sta Rosa/AFP/Getty Images

[cyanide-sippy-cup]

Characters I would kill to see in MAWS:

Steel

AMAZO

Captain Atom

I feel like these guys would fit really well with the alien technology of the show, and of course I've been praying for AMAZO since Ivo first popped up

Green Lantern

Flash

Really an either or on this one. I think GL would fit the world-building what with the war and the tech would fit right in. Flash I just think could work in the same fashion as STAS. Just a silly goofy guy running around. Could be any variation too. Jessica Cruz, Guy Gardner. Avery Ho, Wally West.

Lena Luthor

I think this version of Lex is the perfect scenario to bring in his terminally-ill sister. Explain a lot about his behavior, show a side of compassion maybe, maybe use it as a little underdog backstory. Could be cool.

Krypto

I have no reasoning. I don't even think he'd fit well. I just wanna see the good boy.

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MARCH FOR PALESTINE: More than a thousand people from different organizations marched from Rizal Park to the Cultural Center of the Philippines in Manila to call for an end to violence in Palestine. According to Renato Reyes of Bayan, the call for justice will not end by achieving a humanitarian pause. Israel itself said they were ready to resume aggression after a four-day ceasefire. Meanwhile, Gabriela led the 'One Billion Rising' dance protest at Plaza Sta. Cruz in Manila. Justice for women and young victims of violence in Palestine is also featured in their appeal.

-- Altermidya, 25 Nov 2023. Photos 1 and 3-8 by Charles Magallanes and Joseph Gloria for Altermidya. Photo 2 from lowparvatii.

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FLASH REPORT: American YouTuber 'IShowSpeed' arrives in the Philippines, causes Fan Frenzy for meet-and-greet in BGC [#TeleRadyoSerbisyoEXCLUSIVE]

(Written by Rhayniel Saldasal Calimpong / Freelanced News Writer, Online Media Reporter and News Presenter of OneNETnews)

TAGUIG, NATIONAL CAPITAL REGION -- The American variety and veteran YouTube sensation 'Mr. Darren Jason Watkins Jr.', finally set foot in the country today, part of his highly anticipated Southeast Asia tour. This arrival of the 19 y/o Ohio state native, straight from the United States of America (U.S.A.), created frenzy among his Filipino fanbase, which led to huge masses of crowds and traffic jams across Metro Manila.

Indeed, his Philippine adventure started off with a bang. He played at a local basketball court in 'Brgy. 39, Zone 3, District 1' in 'Tondo, Metro Manila, National Capital Region'. The place was thronged with fans as the eagerness got the better of everyone to get a glimpse of the male YouTube star. It set the tone for a day that became truly frenzy-filled and filled with fervor.

Before going to the heart of the city, IShowSpeed made a quick detour to a local Chowking branch on Bustos Street, Sta. Cruz, this said city and province. The fast-food stop served as an emergency impromptu meet-and-greet location, where he was sat and hydrate himself in plain cold water, as eager fans were gathered outside to catch a glimpse of their online male YouTuber idol. He followed up his interest in Filipino culture by riding on top of a Kalesa, a horse-drawn transportation contraption, waving a Philippine flag to the delight of all that watched, helping spur his growing entourage on in excitement.

The joyride to BGC turned out to be a spectacle in its own right, as the male YouTube star replaced Kalesa with a motorbike, knowingly called as 'habal-habal'. The ride through busy Manila attracted even more attention; traffic came to a halt with fans trying to stay alongside their idol.

The chaotic night concluded before 7:30pm at 5th Avenue, BGC, in a Mercedes-Benz showroom, where IShowSpeed found refuge amidst a sea of people. Outside the unforgettable local dealership at Cats Motors Incorporated (CMI), chaos was at nothing less than pandemonium. If this day wasn't exciting enough, IShowSpeed teasingly posted to the internet media, including 'TeleRadyo Serbisyo: Dumaguete' and 'OneNETnews' that he would be meeting the Boxing legend and former senator "Manny Dapidran 'PacMan' Pacquiao", scheduled for tomorrow on Thursday (September 12th, 2024 -- Manila local time) when social media would once again go ablaze in the star-studded encounter.

In LIVE chats throughout the night, rumors are rife that the IShowSpeed Philippine Tour may well extend to the Visayas region on Day 2, including Cebu, Bacolod, Dumaguete and Siquijor. For now, unfortunately much however, Mindanao appears to be out of its itinerary.

IShowSpeed's arrival most certainly has left an indelible mark within the Philippines, and his livestream drew in more than 300,000 viewers from around the world, over half from the Philippines with 56% online audience share in this video sharing platform. And as this male YouTube star still goes on a rampage in this South East Asian adventure, one thing is for sure: IShowSpeed fever has finally swept the nation of the Philippines, and it isn't going away anytime soon.

This ongoing tour to South East Asia would be continued across the continent, first stopping in Thailand and later adding probably with the likes of Cambodia, Malaysia and Indonesia -- all for this month of September 2024.

SCREENGRAB COURTESY: IShowSpeed via YouTube LIVE VIDEO

SOURCE: *https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qWuJYrEZBkw [Referenced YT LIVE VIDEO via IShowSpeed] and *https://www.youtube.com/post/Ugkx685Idjol8tdYoSpnEhUNmxqKLfMVUOTW [Referenced YT Poster PHOTO via IShowSpeed]

-- OneNETnews Online Publication Team

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St. Michael the Archangel Parish Church ⛪ of Sta. Cruz, Zambales "Within the weathered walls of an old church, history whispers its tales, and echoes of faith resonate through time. Each worn step, crack in the stained glass, and hushed prayer holds the weight of generations, reminding us of the enduring power of devotion. Amidst the peeling paint and fading frescoes, the spirit of reverence lingers, embracing all who enter with a gentle embrace. In the quiet solitude of this sacred space, we are reminded that within the aging beauty of an old church, lies an unbreakable connection to our shared humanity and a timeless refuge for the soul."

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[jecroisenmoi]

Nature Trip.

Unplanned trip with my bf's fam @ Daligan Falls, Sta. Cruz, Ilocos Sur

Rock it!

Daligan Falls

Daligan, Sta Cruz, Ilocos Sur

7.18.2024

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Complete list of Miss Bolivia 2023 candidates

The Miss Bolivia 2023 coronation night will be held at the Salón Sirionó de la FexpoCruz in Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia on July 1, 2023. It is the 44th edition of the national beauty pageant that selects Bolivia’s Miss Universe candidate. In this edition, three more winners will be crowned. They will represent Bolivia in the next editions of Miss International, Miss Grand International and…

[hervellalife]

Hey my dear,

I just remembered something about us before. It is the time when you were tested positive and our families needed us to isolate separately (you- facility & me- 2nd house in Sta Cruz), and althroughout our anxieties and overthinking, we prayed the rosary every night (thru videocall). That was our moment of relieved from everything that is happening. It feels so beautiful praying and talking to God together, with you.

Now, I am alone praying without you and it feels something is missing, but I know God is taking care of you. But, I just miss us on those kind of days. 🥺

[thiziznotrein]

Locate a Paradise: Marinduque

A heart-shaped island that lies in the southwestern part of the Philippines, also known as “The Heart of the Philippines,” is one of the provinces in Region IV-B MIMAROPA, which is surrounded by a crystal-like ocean and centered by the magnificent mountain of Mt. Malindig. It is a good escape in the summer because of its white beaches, like Poctoy White Beach and Maniwaya Island, and by savoring the beauty of its sand bars at Pallad Bar or doing island hopping within the small islands of Tres Reyes and Elephant Island. Explore the hidden caves of Bathala, Bagumbungan, and more; feel the breeze of water in the river or even at the falls. It holds a historic and mesmerizing architecture of churches, and you can immerse yourself in the culture and traditions of Marinduqueños. But no popular destination in Marinduque can be more famous than their Mariones festival, held every holy week. Marinduque is truly wealthy in natural beauty, its culture and traditions, as well as its people. It is a perfect destination for travelers.

To reach this paradise, you need to travel by land and across the ocean, approximately 9–12 hours from Manila, including transfers and traffic. There are bus terminals at Kamias, Cubao, Buendia, and Turbina; once you get to one of these terminals, take the bus bound to Lucena Port or Talao-Talao Port in Lucena, Quezon Province; this will cost 300-500 pesos per head. Once you’ve touched down at the port, pay for a ferry ticket for only 400 pesos if you're a student, PWD, or senior, and 470 pesos for regulars, which will take you to the island province. It will take about 2–3 hours of travel on the water. Right after you get off the ferry, you’ll find jeepney and tricycle drivers, and even drivers of vans (door-to-door) that are going to the towns of Marinduque. You'll pay for the fare, which is about 70–400 pesos depending on the public vehicle you want to ride and to your destination. Fetch the one that has a sign board of the town you’ll go to, if it is Buenavista, Gasan, Boac, Mogpog, or Sta. Cruz, or Torrijos, and that is appropriate for you. There is also another way, which is by air, which will take about an hour of travel from the airport in Pasay to the island, which was only 1000 pesos the last time I checked, but this is not advisable right now because the airport at Masiga, Gasan, is unfortunately under construction. If you want to travel with your car, it is very necessary and hassle-free because ferries can accommodate vehicles. I can also suggest a door-to-door, which is a van that is very convenient now to use when going to Marinduque, for only 1,300–1,500 pesos per head. It is also hassle-free travel because this van will fetch you to your house wherever it is in Manila or other provinces near NCR and will put you down right in front of your house or accommodation booked in Marinduque.

Locating this paradise is way easy and straight. The journey may be long, but it is all worth it once you witness the true beauty that this paradise holds. Now that you have the knowledge and are eager to witness this mesmerizing island with your own eyes, what are you waiting for? Grab your things and visit Marinduque, a truly tropical paradise that you never knew existed.

Article type: Travel mode

Target audience: First time travelers

Topic: A Go To Place: Marinduque

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