NICE AND QUIET

Guimaras Island, despite the recent assault on its maritime resources courtesy of one oil tanker and an indecisive captain (allegedly), remains idyllic, calm and beautiful. Though its terrain does not compare to my first love - Bukidnon, the fact that this is home to the world's sweetest mangoes (and to so much more, siempre!) is enough reason to see it.

The pump boat trip from Iloilo was a cool 15 minutes (the fare was something like Php 18 per person? I forgot na) and despite the crest-to-crest sailing (those weak of heart can conveniently faint), the beauty of the island looming on the horizon simply takes the breath away.

I am happy for the rare chance to visit it. Sorry for the noisy photo, too.

AND FOREVER HOLD YOUR PEACE

After the eating comes death. Seriously! We visited a local cemetery on Guimaras Island. This one is in Barangay Cabalagman, town of Nueva Valencia, Guimaras Island. It is said the local cemeteries say a lot about local culture. It seems that most people's names (or last names) around here start with the letter G. Something to do with the island's name starting with the same letter. Thanks for the info, BC.

To let. Any takers?

What better way to rest than lie down beside the sea? Beats any manicured garden anytime.