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Aside from its raw beauty, it holds a special spot in my heart because this is where I first experienced traveling alone and found it to be my best form of therapy. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e5c69489070ef2e9231a327/b39119dd-f182-4d27-b21f-9e236c10e16f/NZ.jpg Blog - Going on 30: First Saturn Return + A Tribute to My 20s - Won an Instagram contest and went to New Zealand as the prize I’ve never won anything in my life until that point. After randomly posting my Batanes photos on Instagram and writing heartfelt captions, I won Globe’s contest with a trip to New Zealand as the prize. I went on that trip with other 3 other winners, and we had such a great time getting to know each other, while exploring Auckland, Hobbiton, and Rotorua. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e5c69489070ef2e9231a327/e5ff54ef-08a9-4653-810e-7bfb3cde1f8c/Camping.JPG Blog - Going on 30: First Saturn Return + A Tribute to My 20s - First time to go camping What was supposed to be a just day trip to Nagsasa Cove suddenly became an overnight camping one. We didn’t even bring clothes with us, thank god there was a sari-sari store on the cove, so at least we didn’t starve. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e5c69489070ef2e9231a327/57396d4f-d9f6-4c9a-be48-c961111f8dfb/IMG_2131.jpg Blog - Going on 30: First Saturn Return + A Tribute to My 20s - Traveled around the Philippines I dreamed of completing Project 81 (or I guess 82 now), the travel goal of visiting all the provinces of the Philippines. For a good chunk of my early 20s (between 2016-2019), before leaving for the US, I traveled from Batanes all the way to the southernmost province of Tawi-Tawi. It was a life-changing experience for me. I learned to appreciate and love my country and heritage more, and I got to discover new things about myself in the process. I’m still a few provinces short, but I’m determined to finish it (and maybe do it all over again someday)! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e5c69489070ef2e9231a327/0b219442-d328-43b7-8b05-8a15aa0483dd/Blog-10.jpg Blog - Going on 30: First Saturn Return + A Tribute to My 20s - Went back to school for a year and graduated again I had to return to UST for a year. 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However, I do not have any regrets about pouring my heart out and giving my all, because I was able to experience what it was like and discover my own capability to love someone. I never thought I would survive my first (and hopefully last) romantic heartbreak, but it has made me so much stronger and wiser. And of course, I did it the only way I know how: through travel. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e5c69489070ef2e9231a327/7def98d6-e33e-4290-b38a-ce679b043cca/Hair1.jpeg Blog - Going on 30: First Saturn Return + A Tribute to My 20s - First time to cut my hair short Since I was a child, I’ve always had long hair. One day, I had an urge to cut it above the shoulder, and I actually loved it. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e5c69489070ef2e9231a327/55d75d27-325e-459f-9f09-f0c4f0ee2579/Tattoo.JPG Blog - Going on 30: First Saturn Return + A Tribute to My 20s - Got my first tattoos I wasn’t planning on getting tattoos. But after getting so many cuts, bruises and a sprain while hiking to Buscalan just to see Apo Whang-od, I said “F*ck it, let’s go.” And I got two! It was one of my final trips before moving to the US, and those tattoos are the ultimate epitome of my love for the Philippines. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e5c69489070ef2e9231a327/e4be8499-1b9c-4b98-bf0b-f317a333dd59/IMG_7898.jpeg Blog - Going on 30: First Saturn Return + A Tribute to My 20s - Moved to the US I knew it was never going to be easy to move to an unfamiliar place and leave a life I’ve always known and loved behind. But it was something that had to be done. I know I was luckier than most because I didn’t have to start from total scratch. I was reunited with my parents, and I had friends from back home who also moved here that I could rely on. But despite that, it still hadn’t been smooth sailing. I battled with homesickness for the first couple of months; I overthought and cried a lot, and I would always bother and video call my friends in the Philippines. I even started a diary to cope. I didn’t work for a year after I got here. My parents didn’t know about the emotional turmoil I was going through, but I’m beyond grateful to them for helping me adjust, not pressuring me, and for being just supportive of me. That difficult time eventually passed, and I started looking forward to a better future. Now that the future is here, I can say I’m happy that I was able to build a life here that I love just as much as my old one. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e5c69489070ef2e9231a327/a5ec123e-5473-4529-b935-946974ccc852/Rep.jpeg Blog - Going on 30: First Saturn Return + A Tribute to My 20s - Attended my first concert I’ve always told myself Taylor Swift was the only artist I would spend money on to see live. After two missed opportunities to see her in the Philippines, I finally got to watch her perform during her LA stop for rep tour! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e5c69489070ef2e9231a327/a18da1cd-0893-48b0-b177-fdd3ae7c3b0b/IMG_1433.jpg Blog - Going on 30: First Saturn Return + A Tribute to My 20s - Went home to the Philippines twice that year, and explored SEA I entered and won another Instagram contest, this time by Passion Passport. I won a round-trip plane ticket to go “home.” It was such perfect timing, because I was planning to go back to the Philippines to attend a wedding in March anyway. I went back again for a short stop in November, then went on a trip to SG and Bali with my friends, and I went to Myanmar and Malaysia alone. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e5c69489070ef2e9231a327/c12e5347-8cf9-4ab5-9425-d16e083246c4/TON01748.JPG Blog - Going on 30: First Saturn Return + A Tribute to My 20s - Became a bridesmaid I’ve been a bridesmaid 4 times now, I wonder when I’ll be a bride…just kidding! I love showing up to witness my friends’ happy moments, and I feel honored that they consider me important enough to be a part of their special day. ❤️ https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e5c69489070ef2e9231a327/ef73d07a-6bdb-4deb-aee9-c3af7f25e8d0/IMG_8406.jpeg Blog - Going on 30: First Saturn Return + A Tribute to My 20s - Started working Finally landed my first job as a pharmacy technician. Despite working in a very stressful environment, I was so blessed to have awesome co-workers. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e5c69489070ef2e9231a327/731d473d-a958-4c9f-b431-3ef0da3248b2/Blog-13.jpg Blog - Going on 30: First Saturn Return + A Tribute to My 20s - Worked during the height of the COVID pandemic…and survived In March 2020, the world came to a standstill because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Healthcare workers like me didn’t really have the option to work from home. But we endured, persevered, and survived. That whole pandemic feels like a fever dream now, to be honest. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e5c69489070ef2e9231a327/2baf53cf-aae9-4c53-baef-6526df8d5ff7/Blog-12.jpg Blog - Going on 30: First Saturn Return + A Tribute to My 20s - Discovered I had a knack for baking (and made my birthday cake!) Since everyone had to remain at home for long stretches of time, we had to try out new hobbies and find new things to keep us sane and entertained. Personally, baking became my main hobby because of the ube cheese pandesal trend. But I tried baking cupcakes, cheesecakes, and macarons, and even made my own 25th birthday cake! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e5c69489070ef2e9231a327/9e6bb532-0f38-468b-95e0-3b71d2075214/IMG_8134.jpeg Blog - Going on 30: First Saturn Return + A Tribute to My 20s - Discovered my love for board games and escape rooms We were still in COVID limbo in 2021, and our interactions with other people were still confined within our homes. My friends and I started playing different board games, and eventually, escape rooms, when quarantine orders were eased. And to this day, we still do this often. And my escape room count is now at 35. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e5c69489070ef2e9231a327/e0ed079e-16d3-4fdb-be2b-db1bafc9df68/DJI_0136.JPG Blog - Going on 30: First Saturn Return + A Tribute to My 20s - Went to WA, AK & NY We went on domestic trips in the US when it was finally okay to travel again. Also got to see Kath again after 2 years! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e5c69489070ef2e9231a327/4ddbc8aa-a93a-4e7f-8379-8adf00c89e05/Blog-15.jpg Blog - Going on 30: First Saturn Return + A Tribute to My 20s - Overcame my zoophobia (a little bit) I’ve always had an unfounded fear of animals, especially dogs. I even cried at one point in the past when we were visiting my friend at their dorm, and his dog was just running around and chasing me. But I’ve slowly eased up since my friends Christine and Trician got dogs, and I would always hang out at their houses. I just got used to it, but I still do not like being barked at, chased, and licked. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e5c69489070ef2e9231a327/b4132b36-c79a-454b-b159-920f1855095b/IMG_2309.jpeg Blog - Going on 30: First Saturn Return + A Tribute to My 20s - First time attending a music festival (iHeart radio) I dragged Trician all the way to Las Vegas on a hot September weekend just to see Olivia Rodrigo. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e5c69489070ef2e9231a327/f02a27b5-8a9f-4d9a-ac92-bf8b985c3708/488617993_24165876673001114_7822091392942952470_n.jpg Blog - Going on 30: First Saturn Return + A Tribute to My 20s - First time going to a rally I know I don’t always express my political beliefs. But in 2022, I saw a glimmer of hope for the Philippines when Leni Robredo ran for president. Her campaign was inspirational and people-driven. When somebody organized a rally for her in Los Angeles, my friends and I did not pass up the opportunity to join. It felt like a family reunion rather than a rally, and it felt so nice to be standing side by side with people who share your beliefs and your hopes for a better country. She may have lost the elections, but she ignited that spirit of nationalism for us who believed in her and what kind of nation we could’ve been under her leadership. It’s something that can never be extinguished. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e5c69489070ef2e9231a327/dddf9e04-1b5b-4d28-b5c5-c389a9405a44/Blog-14.jpg Blog - Going on 30: First Saturn Return + A Tribute to My 20s - Became a licensed pharmacist in CA After 3 years, 4 exams and 1,500 hours of internship, I finally got my pharmacist license! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e5c69489070ef2e9231a327/114a803f-57bb-4354-9507-b5d3f116a056/Blog-17.jpg Blog - Going on 30: First Saturn Return + A Tribute to My 20s - Went on a last-minute solo trip to Peru During my transition from intern to pharmacist, I was suddenly told I was going to have a 2-week break from working. So of course, I wasn’t gonna waste it. I suddenly booked and planned a trip to Peru just 3 days before the departure! 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And I was able to get them during the presale, while I was on vacation in Siargao Island, with a very spotty internet! Dionne and I actually were able to watch the show for two consecutive nights, because we got last-minute nosebleed seats for the August 4 show, too. Our whole Eras experience was truly unforgettable! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e5c69489070ef2e9231a327/2d74c484-443d-4eaf-a330-57dcc57d86fd/F2FDCBA3-7821-4AE5-85F5-A82F754209FC.jpg Blog - Going on 30: First Saturn Return + A Tribute to My 20s - Started doing photoshoots for my friends and their friends Photography has always been one of my hobbies, but I never thought my friends (and their friends) would trust my skills enough for their special moments. I’m in no way a professional, but at one point I thought about taking a few photography courses. That plan hasn’t come to fruition yet, but I will always consider it as another career option. Maybe someday, I will find the time to pursue it. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e5c69489070ef2e9231a327/f6cff71a-dbe2-4d7a-b2a4-53a246d76970/6D5545B2-C6DA-4854-B116-7B317E6106F9_1_105_c.jpg Blog - Going on 30: First Saturn Return + A Tribute to My 20s - Became a godmother I’ve been invited to baptisms to be a godmother twice before when I was younger (because in the Philippines you can be a godparent even when you’re still in elementary lol). But this is the first time I felt like one! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e5c69489070ef2e9231a327/30a87b5c-6e54-4f5d-8588-eee30bb68c3b/IMG_3391.JPG Blog - Going on 30: First Saturn Return + A Tribute to My 20s - Was seen on TV When Dionne and I attended the Manila International Film Festival in LA, we got interviewed before and after watching Firefly by GMA News. I didn’t think that interview would be shown on PH TV, but it did lol. I kind of cringed a little when I saw it, but hey, being seen on TV was actually on my bucket list, so I guess I can tick that off. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e5c69489070ef2e9231a327/d0c79a2c-b430-42e4-99d2-69417353c21f/IMG_4228.jpg Blog - Going on 30: First Saturn Return + A Tribute to My 20s - Lost a dear friend I refrained from saying anything about Sarah because I feel like I didn’t deserve to. I know I wasn’t the greatest friend to her. She was my college roommate and one of my most loyal and closest friends. We’ve been through so much. We listened to and understood each other. We saw and accepted each other in our worst times. We rooted for each other and celebrated our successes together. But at one point, things just changed, and we went on with our own lives separately. When I found out she passed, my heart broke. It felt like I lost her twice. Even now, my brain doesn’t want to believe she’s no longer with us. But it’s too late for regrets, and there are just too many words that were left unspoken. I just hope one day, when I get to meet her again, I’ll be able to greet her with a warm hug. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e5c69489070ef2e9231a327/2396c004-39b1-4b4c-abe6-eb2ab19216b2/IMG_4204.jpeg Blog - Going on 30: First Saturn Return + A Tribute to My 20s - Stepped foot in 6 continents My dream of visiting all the countries of the world evolved into something a little bit more realistic and attainable, and that is to visit all 7 continents! In a little over a year, I was able to visit 6 of them — with Antarctica being the only one left I haven’t stepped foot on. 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