landrover007 3Speak Podcast

Hello, everyone! I'm so glad that I am back and I am very much grateful for our friends here who continuously giving their support in spite of my almost four months hiatus. Thank you very much! You people really inspires and you are the one who keep me going. For this, let me share to you my walk along the grounds of Balanga City in Bataan, Philippines, one of the most historical provinces in my country and I went there last September last year to attend the Philippine Blockchain Week abd this will my entry for this week's **Wednesday Walk Contest** hosted by *@tatoodjay*. Have a nice midweek!

One morning, as I set out to walk from the temporary residence on Engineers' Hill to the Baguio Center mall, it was pouring with rain. My goal was to arrive before the store, which is run by a longtime friend of mine, opened so I could be the first customer of the day and have my phone fixed as soon as possible, allowing me to continue hanging around before taking the bus back home. Because of the uncertain weather, I'm not sure if I'll be able to walk to my goal, but I'm excited to try an experience of some kind.

However the clouds had broken and I could see the blue sky, which makes me very happy, as I arrived at the location of the University of Baguio. Walking farther, I was able to cross the street without any problems and arrive at the section that is situated between the facades of the Goshen Towers and Megatower 4 Residences, the two enormous buildings that are visible for several blocks before Baguio Center Mall. I then proceeded to walk after shooting a few movies, going over several raised walkways till I arrived early at the Baguio Center mall.

This is my humble post for this week's Wednesday Walk by @tatoodjay. Thanks and have a wonderful time, everyone!

I made a video compilation about my walk in Baguio City which started during my spare time when I attended the Digital Nomad Conference last May then when I renewed my NBI clearance in July, I chose the City of Pines to be the venue for doing such as my feet craved for more exploration and I indeed made it albeit it is drizzling at some time. Come join me as I wslk further into thid the Sumner Capital of the Philippines and discover some of gems amidst the on and off weather!

One fine morning, I was strolling along a trail when I noticed a fruit that, from a distance, looked to be a citrus. It was orange in hue. I was curious, so I took a moment to examine it more closely. But in the thick of the foliage, I noticed a vine rather than a citrus tree. As my curiosity became intense, I tried to search it on Google using the picture of the orange-colored fruit that I took from my camera, and I found out that the fruit is from a gac plant known by its scientific name, Momordica cochinchinensis, which is related to cucumbers, melons, and squash.

Upon I assume my wotk as a sentry guard this morning, I noticed that there are fallen leaves scattered around my outpost. I immediately picked up the broomstick made from tied coconut midribs and with bamboo handle for a more ergonomic usage to minimize stooping which can cause bad posture. Afterwards I piled the leaves at the base of the tree trunk to enrich the soil. This is my Actifit report card for today and thanks for keeping me in company.

I spent my dayoff for a mountain escape to burn off those exess fats before the month ends. The great outdoors is my usual gym. The only sounds were cheerful birds and chirping crickets – it was pure relaxation, shinrinyuko session, so to speak, it's the Japanese way of forest bathing. Nature's beauty was on full display with colorful wildflowers and even a surprise mushroom patch. Before heading back home, I took a trip down memory lane to the old industrial area where I once worked.

This wraps up my Actifit Report Card for the day. Thanks for reading!

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This is my teaser for a video that I am going to create about my day-to-day life in the mountain especially during the rainy days. Kindly watch the short video to know more. Thanks!

After three long days of conferences, I stood on the third floor of 19hundred Work.space, gazing out at the bustling city below. A sudden urge struck me – why not take a different route back to my Engineer's Hill transient house? A little detour through SM City Baguio wouldn't hurt, right? Perhaps I could even grab some pasalubong for the family back home.

Little did I know, that "little detour" would turn into a full-blown adventure. Rain lashed against my face as I hurried down Session Road. The blinding neon lights of Burnham Park were mere blurs through the downpour. The city's usual weekend energy was muted, replaced by the relentless drumming of rain on pavement and the whoosh of cars splashing past. Engineer's Hill, usually a familiar beacon in the distance, seemed to vanish in the rain-streaked cityscape.

Minutes felt like hours as I slogged through the downpour. The sidewalk, usually teeming with life, was eerily deserted. The rhythmic click of my heels on the wet pavement was the only sound that pierced the heavy rain. Streetlights cast an orange glow, blurring the edges of unfamiliar streets branching off from Session Road. A creeping unease began to settle in my stomach. Had I missed the turn for Engineer's Hill?

Taking a deep breath, I found refuge under the awning of a closed shop. The rain showed no signs of letting up, and the deserted street offered no clues. A shiver ran down my spine as a terrifying realization hit me – I was lost. The comforting landmarks of Burnham Park were nowhere to be seen, swallowed by the relentless downpour.

Suddenly, a flicker of movement across the street caught my eye. It was a Victory Liner bus, its red and yellow paint a vivid splash of color against the gray downpour. Remembering a friend's recommendation, I decided to explore the possibility of a quick ride closer to Engineer's Hill. With a newfound sense of purpose, I dashed across the street, dodging puddles and narrowly avoiding oncoming traffic.

The Victory Liner Bus Terminal bustled with activity despite the rain. Passengers huddled under the covered walkways, waiting for their respective buses. The air was thick with the smell of diesel and wet clothes. I approached the information booth, hoping for some guidance. The friendly attendant, her smile a beacon of warmth in the rain-drenched terminal, pointed me in the right direction.

"You can take a jeepney to Sky Ranch," she explained, her voice rising above the cacophony. "It's a bit further up the road, but it offers a beautiful view of the city, especially at night. Maybe the rain will let up by then, and you can enjoy the scenery."

Taking a chance, I hopped on a jeepney bound for Sky Ranch. The ride was bumpy, the windshield wipers struggling to keep up with the relentless downpour. But as we climbed higher, the view of the city sprawled out below, a tapestry of twinkling lights veiled by the rain. It wasn't quite the Engineer's Hill view I was accustomed to, but it held a different kind of charm under the storm clouds.

Finally, after what seemed like an eternity, I reached Sky Ranch. Unfortunately, the rain showed no signs of stopping, and the view from the observation deck was limited. Still, I took a moment to appreciate the unexpected detour. The rain had transformed my familiar route into an adventure, leading me to discover new corners of the city.

With a renewed sense of direction, I hailed another jeepney, this time bound for Engineer's Hill. The ride was quicker this time, and as we descended, I saw the familiar water tower peeking through the clouds. Relief washed over me as I hurried towards the familiar landmark. The rain, no longer an annoyance, became a welcome companion in this unexpected exploration.

I'm sharing my first ever short video about the golden birdwing butterfly with a voiceover here in the Hive platform via Ecency . My acknowledgement goes to the following platforms for keeping this thing possible: FOTO Play for the video editing; Quibot Grammar Checker for improving my English; and Google Gemini for the voiceover and further making the narrative more presentable.

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It was the first time I was able to have a video of the rain in Manila, and I enjoyed it very much while walking along the street. That was during Philippine Blockchain Week, when I walked my way from the Holiday Inn Express to the Marriott Grand Ballroom. At present, here in my place in Bacnotan, La Union, Philippines, it seems that the rains have forgotten to visit my village, and it's quite hot right now at 33°C, and our well has already dried out. Hopefully the rain will soon arrive, so groundwater will soon fill out the well.