2025: A Year of Firsts, Milestones, and Endless Blessings

As the final days of 2025 wind down, I find myself sitting in a quiet moment of reflection. If I could describe this year in one word, it would be Grace. Looking back at January, I never could have imagined just how much would change, how much I would grow, and how many prayers would be answered in ways I didn’t even know how to ask for.

Before the calendar turns, I want to take a moment to look back at the highlights and say "Thank You" to everyone—and the One—who made it all possible.

The Year of Breaking New Ground

 

This year was defined by stepping out of my comfort zone. For the first time in my life, I packed a suitcase and headed to the airport for an international flight. Singapore was everything I dreamed of and more. Walking through the streets of a different country for the first time is a feeling I’ll never forget. It opened my eyes to how big the world is and how blessed I am to be able to explore it.

Passion in Motion: Basketball & Bikes

 

If you know me, you know I can’t stay still. 2025 was the year I truly prioritized my health and my hobbies:

• On the Court: I played more games of basketball this year than ever before. There’s nothing like the adrenaline of a good game and the brotherhood found on the court.

• On the Saddle: Bicycling remains my therapy. I’ve leaned further into bike vlogging, sharing my rides and the beauty of the road with all of you.

• The N+1 Rule: I officially welcomed my 15th bike to the collection this year! Each one tells a story, and I’m grateful for every kilometer they’ve carried me.
  
  

  
  
  
  
  
  

A Milestone of Stewardship

I’ve always believed in working hard and being disciplined with what I earn. This year, through my career and God's provision, I reached a personal financial milestone I’ve aimed at for a long time: saving over a million. I’ll keep the exact figure between me and my bank account, but I share this not to boast, but to testify to the rewards of hard work and divine favor.

My Deepest Gratitude

None of these milestones mean anything without the people to share them with.

• To My Career: Thank you for the opportunities to grow and the stability to provide for my dreams.

• To My Family & Friends: You are my backbone. Thank you for cheering me on, whether I was boarding a plane to Singapore or just finishing another long ride.

• To God: Above all, everything I have belongs to You. Every breath, every peso saved, every safe trip, and every win on the court is a gift from Your hand. Thank You for Your unshakable faithfulness in 2025.
  
  

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As I look toward 2026, my heart is full. I don't know what the next year holds, but if it’s anything like this one, I know I’m in good hands.

"Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever."

 

Good and Bad (English translation soon.)

Today - saturday, July 9 2011, karon, usa sa mga bati nga adlaw sa akong kinabuhi. Ni back out akong kasabot ug lakaw today for a very small reason which nahimong rason nga bad trip/makasapot jud karong adlawa. Anyway, sa pagmata nako karong buntag, at least naay gamayng butang nga nakapatabang ug hatag nakog gana karong adlawa.

Gamay ra ni siya na butang pero at least, nalipay lang ko :D Proof nako which is kaning akong image na gi-attached ani nga post.



Thank God, gihimo gihapon nimog nindut akong adlaw ron ;)

Kani nga picture, usas mga akong wish mahitabo in the future..
hahaha, same girl ra gihapon na.

Year 2010 - the best!

Last year, 2010 was my best year. It was the year where most of my goals were accomplished, and a lot of good things happened. Anyway, thank you very much to all my friends, family, and to everyone who supported me and made my 2010 year successful :)

barbar 2010 photocollage

this is what I wanna do

Presenting - The Team Extra Rice!

With the hectic workload that I have, I know (they know) I am a busy man.

Recreation, for me, is just a waste of time.

But I will always find it easy to rush to any basketball court where my best peers play at, join a league where my best peers are in, and conquer like a beast in the courts where we gave our best performance, fueled by teamwork and cheers.

I only need to feel the thrum of the ball's intensity on my palms, and I know I'm on for hours.

Basketball is more than a sport. Basketball is fuel and life. Basketball is not a waste of time.

Game No. 4 is just hours away. I can't wait.

(Our Team, Extra Rice will be playing tomorrow at 8am, Beverly Hills BC)

PARADISO 2009: The Event

Thanks to M~oloko

thanks to Meoloko plus(an online design, arts and photography magazine) for featuring me in their November issue of their magazine. Btw, the photo is in my new studio in Makati, PST. More power.