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The trial is almost over, and here’s my position:
CJ’s defense is more believable than the prosecution’s anonymous sources.
1. Transparency - Yes. You dared him to open his bank accounts. He dared you to sign a conditional waiver but you rejected it and so he volunteered. You didn’t take his first challenge. As expected, he ended clean. Bank accounts were all clear!
2. Politically-Motivated - Yes. Obviously, the Aquino Administration is merely “removing the dirt.” I go for check and balance.
3. SALN - The strongest position against Corona. However, almost all politicians also failed to indicate their dollar accounts in this document. If he’ll be impeached on this grounds, I suggest we take a look at all the Congressmen and Senators’ SALNs.
4. Objectivity - Let’s not be swayed by the media who form belief biases among the viewers. Wag hanapan ng butas, kung wala naman talaga.
ACQUIT!
I love you Ma. Happy Mother’s Day.
Today is my first work anniversary. I can’t believe it’s been a year already!
BOHOL # 12: Panglao Island, Bohol
Like Boracay, the beach front is a strip of restaurants, bars and spa houses dominated by foreign tourists. This is your gateway to Balicasag Island and the Virgin Island where you can enjoy snorkeling near the fish sanctuary protected by the Philippine Navy.
Although there are lesser water activities here than in Boracay - no banana boat, helmet diving, etc., Bohol amazed me with the various species of fish of different colors and sizes! Too bad we don’t have an underwater camera to capture the beauty of the sanctuary.
BOHOL # 10: Dolphin Watching
First stop of Panglao tour is the dolphin watching at around 7 in the morning. I was not expecting to see any dolphin because the spot is a bit far from the main island (imagine you can already see the neighbors - Siquijor and Cebu; making it about 15-20 minutes boat ride). To my delight, a pod of dolphins was on the area set to look for food in open sea. We arrived at the perfect time! Nothing compares to the feeling of seeing a pod of dolphins play in its natural habitat and entertain spectators by flipping and doing tricks under and near the boat. Amazing.
BOHOL # 9: Sand Bar at the middle of the sea (near Virgin Island of Panglao)
Priceless beauty.
BOHOL # 8: Loboc’s River Cruising
Perfect lunch! All-you-can-eat buffet while cruising the pristine river of Loboc and seeing the serene beauty of the forest on riverbanks while being serenaded by a local singer. There is also a stop where locals play rondalla and perform tinikling, courtship and other native dances.
BOHOL # 7: Baclayon Church and Dauis Church
Church visits.
Baclayon Church is the oldest Catholic stone church in the country.
The construction of the Baclayon Church required 200 native laborers who were forced to do the work. These artisans hauled coral stones from the sea, then skillfully cut them into square blocks, lifted the work using bamboo to move the stones into position, and piled them like bricks. About a million egg whites were used to cement the cut coral stones together. This was a testament to the great skill of these native artisans. The Baclayon Church was completed in 1727.
On the other hand, according to believers, the well inside Panglao Island’s Dauis Church contains healing water. The well has never gone dry; it is potable and doesn’t have brackish or salty taste even it is meters away from the seas of Dauis. Unfortunately, there was a wedding when we visited the Church. (PS. The water is free; just bring an empty plastic bottle!)
BOHOL # 6: Hanging Bridge
Side trip! Found in the Town of Sevilla is a hanging bridge made of bamboo. “Entrance Fee” is 20 Pesos, which, I suppose, is like the tourist’s contribution to the LGU for taking good care of the town’s landscape.
TOURIST ALERT: The cheapest Peanut Kisses (Bohol’s delicacy) is sold here, while the most expensive buys are in Chocolate Hills!
BOHOL # 5: Tarsier
The World’s smallest primate! FYI, tarsiers can also be found in the jungles of Malaysia, and the islands of Samar and Saranggani. This photo was taken at the Tarsier Conservation Center in the Municipality of Loay after a heavy rain.
It was good to know that there are still tarsiers in the wild with the LGU making sure that the specie is protected from exploitation.
BOHOL # 4: Butterfly Sanctuary
Initially, I want this out of the itinerary since there are a lot of butterfly houses in Manila. Good thing we had extra time to drop by this butterfly sanctuary. It has one of the most unique varieties of colorful and elegant local butterflies. Plus knowledgeable tour guides!
It was also my first time to see a metallic-gold pupa! Eye-catching beauty.
