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Anything related to music makes me feel alive! 

I remember when I played the piano for hours, my father would say, "Trouble in paradise?" Ha ha! He knew me well because, yes, I play the piano or guitar/ukulele or sing or listen to music when I feel troubled. 

But dancing is different. When I dance, I am happy. 

Dancing for me isn't just an activity. It's a feeling, a form of expression. It gives me permission to feel joy, celebration, and, in rare cases, pain and frustration. 

I love to dance because it lets me feel. It connects me. It frees me. It reminds me that I am alive. 

#dance #dancingmom #Ilovetodance


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Ⓒ 06 August 2025

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View of Pasig River from MRT
View of the Pasig River from the MRT


I find looking at rivers as therapeutic. It is inviting me to flow with it! LOL

There's something deeply poetic about rivers. They don't resist. They flow. Through stones, around bends, over obstacles. Sometimes they roar (like the river near my Uncle's old home in Tulapos, Enrique Villanueva, Siquijor, where it felt like rain was falling all the time!), sometimes they trickle, and sometimes they just flow quietly, just like the Pasig River. But they keep moving. 

Rivers can teach us resilience. When life gets blocked, perhaps it's not about forcing our way forward, but about finding another path, one that curves gently and flows around what we can't push through. 

I see a river as a mirror to our lives. If you think about it, a human life is a lot like a river. We begin at a source. Our childhood, our roots, full of potential. As we grow, we encounter landscapes that change us. Sometimes, life is wide and calm, sometimes narrow and wild. Along the way, we meet other "rivers" --- relationships, friendships, experiences---that merge with our own flow, altering our course. 

Eventually, like a river to the sea, we reach our destination, whatever that means for each of us. But it's the journey, not just the end, that shapes the beauty of it all. 

#flowinglikeariver #purposefulliving

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Ⓒ 01 August 2025

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Lamb Adobo dish: marinated eggs, garlic rice, pico de gallo

I love lamb! It's always my favorite dish at Shangri-La Hotel and Abè. So, when I got an invite from Meat and Livestock Australia (MLA) to attend a "Lamb-filled Afternoon with Chef Robby Goco," I didn't hesitate. 

The event, held in Souv by Cyma in BGC, is part of MLA's continued efforts to bring premium Australian red meat to Filipino consumers, specifically lamb this time, and they have chosen Chef Robby Goco as their first-ever Philippine Lambassador.

In a gathering of industry leaders and media, Chef Robby Goco, one of the country's most respected chefs and restaurateurs,  stepped into the spotlight as the Philippines' first-ever Lambassador—bringing Australian lamb to the heart of Filipino cuisine in bold, refreshing ways.

Handpicked by Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA), Chef Goco joins a global league of chefs under the Lambassador Program, an initiative backed by the Government of Victoria. The program offers top culinary talents from across the world an immersive experience in Australia—touring sustainable farms, meeting producers, learning butchery techniques, and exploring new lamb cuts and preparations. The goal: to empower chefs to inspire their home countries with the potential of Australian lamb as an everyday, versatile, and culturally relevant protein.

From his immersion, Chef Goco has been busy reimagining lamb in ways that speak to both his culinary roots and creative flair. "I've always believed lamb deserves a place on the everyday Filipino table," he said. "It's not just for special occasions. With the right approach and flavor profile, it can be as comforting as adobo or as exciting as your next burger."


Chef Robby Goco

A Celebration of Global Influence and Local Flavor

During the exclusive tasting held at Souv, BGC Chef Goco presented a masterfully curated five-course menu showcasing lamb in globally inspired yet locally grounded dishes:

1. Cumin-Crusted Lamb Loin Chop – served with cucumber yogurt and a refreshing Greek spring salad.


2. Lamb al Ajillo – tender porterhouse cuts cooked in garlic, parsley, potatoes, and extra virgin olive oil, echoing Spanish simplicity.


3. Lamb Burger – stacked with fried halloumi, pickled beets, and creamy tzatziki on a brioche bun, a nod to Mediterranean street food with a gourmet twist.



4. Lamb Barbacoa – slow-cooked and served in corn tortillas with salsa verde, cilantro cream, and lime—a fiesta of flavor.


5. Lamb Adobo – a soulful Filipino reinterpretation of the classic, paired with marinated eggs, garlic rice, and pico de gallo.

Of course, the lamb adobo can't do without this brown rice! LOL. 


Each dish underscored Chef Goco's message: lamb can transcend cultural boundaries while still feeling familiar and comforting. "Filipino cuisine is expressive, emotional, and bold—just like lamb. The flavors match," he said. "My job is to show how we can make it approachable, sustainable, and exciting."

We paired the lamb dishes with cucumber spritz (mocktail) and Aperol spritz. I had the Aperol spritz. 




Then we ended the gustatory experience with the Vegan coconut ice cream, baklava, pistachio cream. 


And, oh, Chef Robby made us sample this Greek yogurt, extra virgin olive oil and sea salt to wash off our palate. Yummy! 



Making Lamb Universal

Spencer Whitaker, MLA’s Business Manager for Southeast Asia, expressed enthusiasm over the growing presence of Australian lamb in the region. “The Lambassador Program is one of our key platforms for creating cultural bridges. It’s not about exporting food—it’s about sharing values, techniques, and inspiration,” Whitaker said. “Chef Robby’s creativity and commitment to culinary excellence reflect what this program is all about. And as he showed today, lamb isn't just a weekend treat—it can be your next go-to comfort food.”

Luisa Rust, Senior Trade and Investment Commissioner of Austrade, also shared her excitement during the event: “Australian lamb is a beloved staple in any Australian home, and seeing it reimagined through the vibrant, dynamic lens of Filipino cuisine is truly exciting. We’re thrilled to witness how this premium protein can find a new identity on the Filipino dining table—one that is rooted in tradition yet open to i

As Filipino diners continue to seek global flavors and elevated food experiences, Chef Goco’s lamb-forward creations serve as a strong case for redefining what belongs on the local plate. With accessible recipes, approachable flavors, and cultural relevance, lamb is no longer just an occasional indulgence—it’s a flavorful staple, ready for its moment in every Filipino kitchen.


With Spencer Whitaker, MLA's Business Manager for Southeast Asia

With Gina Lumauig and Joy of Gastronomy By Joy

With Mr. Paul Perez of MLA


About Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA)

Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA) is a producer-owned company that delivers marketing, research and development services for Australia's red meat industry. Its mission is to foster the long-term prosperity of the Australian red meat and livestock sector, with a focus on integrity, innovation, and global collaboration.

To learn more, visit: www.mla.com.au

Media Contact: Paul P. Perez  pperez@mla.com.au | 0917 885 0118


#MeatandLivestockAustralia #lambcuisine #chefRobbyGoco

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Ⓒ 01 August 2025

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Would you believe that's what holds me back? 

I know it sounds counterintuitive. Why would anyone be afraid of the very thing they are working so hard to achieve? Yet, for me, the idea of success triggers anxiety, self-sabotage, and even paralysis.

But I was never like this. In my younger years, I was always competitive, wanting to be first, to be praised, to be in the limelight. Is this what you call old age? LOL.

Or maybe because success now in this stage of my life means being in the limelight, to be invited to speak, to be emulated, to be praised. I no longer want that. 

I want to be in the background, silently making an impact. Another irony. I guess I am redefining success on my own terms. Success doesn't have to be overwhelming. My version of success now is quieter, more intentional, more values-driven--inspiring people through relationships that I've built with them.

I guess I don't have to be fearless to succeed. I just have to be willing to keep going, even when my own light makes me blink. 

#befearless #bekind #behuman


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Ⓒ 29 July 2025

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I envy and admire one of our speakers in our business class. 

She narrated how, at a very young age, she already valued hard work. She experienced going to bed hungry because there was no food on the table. The following day, they would wake up not knowing where their next meal would come from. Sometimes, they had to drink water just to feel a little full; their stomach hurt, but there was nothing they could do. 

Life felt unfair. She saw others with more food, more comfort, more chances, but they just keep getting by, surviving. Some days, she narrated, it was hard to smile, but somehow she kept going, even with an empty stomach and a heavy heart.  She vowed to work hard to improve their life.

And worked hard she did! She supported herself through college, studied hard to maintain a scholarship. After college, she got a job, but also had several side businesses. She did the necessary, difficult, and uncomfortable. She had a goal to achieve: to get out of a difficult life. 

She succeeded!

I know of people who were able to do the same. Single mom or parents. Life started out difficult, yet they were able to overcome. Admirable! 
      

Image source: Photo by Berkan Küçükgül on Unsplash

#hardwork #toil 

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Ⓒ 28 July 2025

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... to the next stage. 

As you enter a new season, habits that previously served you well may need to be refreshed or adjusted. 

In my case, at home, the kitchen was never my happy place. Ha ha! You will never see me in the kitchen, until about 3 or 4 years ago. 

Now, I find joy in whipping up dishes, and lately I've been experimenting with some recipes that my bosses at home are happy about. 

Career-wise, I was big on time management and proactive communication, maybe because I had a boss hovering all the time. But now, I am my own boss, so I slack off. Since I run my own business now, I need to be stricter on myself. 

Which one of your current habits have you outgrown and is in need of change?  

#habits #JamesClear #AtomicHabits

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Ⓒ 26 July 2025

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The city rises around me. 

Tall buildings, rushing cars, endless noise. Everywhere I look, someone or something is moving. It's easy to disappear in a place like this. Everyone is busy. No one makes eye contact. It feels like the city eats you---slowly, without even noticing. 

That's why every chance I get, I catch something real. A flower growing through a crack in the sidewalk, green leaves covering canopies, a kitten meowing in the corner. 

Those moments remind me that not everything is lost. Even in this jungle of buildings and noise, something simple and human can survive. 

#urbanjungle #MakeitMakati

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Ⓒ 25 July 2025

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Rain hammered the roof in steady pulses. The sound was everywhere—on the windows, the gutters, the ground. A soft, roaring cocoon. The kind of rain that makes you hesitate to rise, not just because of the cold outside the covers, but because it seems to wash away urgency itself.
I lay still for a while, listening. There was something strangely grounding about the storm, how it reminded me that the world spins whether I move or not. That nature has its rhythms, and today, they didn’t align with alarms or schedules.
Outside, the trees swayed under the weight of the water, their leaves slick and trembling. The pavement below was already glossed with puddles.
For a brief moment, I felt a sense of gratitude. Not for the rain itself, but for what it gave me: stillness. A reason to pause. A chance to just be unhurried, untouched, tucked inside a quiet space where thoughts could unfurl slowly, like the mist rising from the earth.
I didn’t rush to dress. Instead, I let myself listen to the downpour, letting it scrub the corners of my mind clean, one drop at a time.

P.S. There is something about the rain that always makes me miss home--the home where I grew up. Do you feel the same?


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Ⓒ 21 July 2025

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A blessing of being able to do lies in the quiet power of action. It’s the grace of having the capacity — physical, mental, or emotional — to engage, to create, to help, or even simply to try.


Not everyone has the luxury of doing. To be able to do so, in any form, is to be entrusted with the chance to shape your world and impact others. Even small acts — a kind word, a thoughtful gesture, a single step forward — carry profound meaning.


𝓣𝓱𝓮 𝓫𝓵𝓮𝓼𝓼𝓲𝓷𝓰, 𝓽𝓱𝓮𝓷, 𝓲𝓼 𝓷𝓸𝓽 𝓳𝓾𝓼𝓽 𝓲𝓷 𝓽𝓱𝓮 𝓪𝓬𝓽𝓲𝓸𝓷, 𝓫𝓾𝓽 𝓲𝓷 𝓽𝓱𝓮 𝓹𝓸𝓼𝓼𝓲𝓫𝓲𝓵𝓲𝓽𝔂.



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Ⓒ 17 July 2025

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Lao Tzu says, "Nature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished."


It suggests that patience and trusting the natural process can lead to fulfilling results… just like what’s happening with this bougainvillea. 


I got branches of white bougainvilleas last May when we stayed overnight in Tirta Spring Villa. As the lady caretaker advised, I must put the branches first in water and after a day, plant them in a pot. I planted the branches in 2 pots. 2 branches in each pot. After a day or two, the old leaves and flowers started to dry and fall off. What was left were the twigs, empty and seemingly lonely. 


One morning, I saw that the twigs were swimming in water. 


I told the hubs, who waters the plants every morning, to pour just the right amount of water, and if he sees that the soil is still damp, he can skip watering. 


So I waited for the twigs to bloom again, and every chance I got, I would talk to them, “Hello, beautiful! I am excited to see your blooms!” Yes, I do! Ha ha! 


For weeks and months, nothing seems to be happening. But still, I waited and was hopeful. 

And voila! This morning, I saw beautiful, tiny white bougainvillea flowers growing out of the twigs! 


I am giddy!!! 


It’s the same with everything else in life. Your wish will come true… one day. As long as you keep at it. Put on the right effort, the right amount of attention and focus, and love and care every day, and boom it will happen! 



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