Astrophotography and camping at Jebel Jais, Ras Al Khaimah
It started with one simple invitation. "Bro, we're going camping in a few weeks. Wanna join us?" That was a no-brainer. I said, yes. I got even more excited when they told me it was going to be in Ras Al Khaimah. I've been wanting to do some astrophotography and camping in the UAE for some time now. So when the opportunity came, I simply couldn't let it pass.
Desert pre-wedding photoshoot in Maleha Desert, Sharjah
A couple of weeks back, I received a message on FB Messenger from a friend of mine. She was getting married the following week. Pre-wedding photos were not part of their plan, but she asked me anyway if I would be willing to practice my skills with them. Naturally, I said yes. Since I'm just a beginner in photography I would gladly welcome any opportunity to hone my craft. This was going to be my first ever desert pre-wedding photoshoot project and my wedding present for them.
Filipino humor in the middle of tragedies reminds us that there’s always a brighter spot
It’s now a known fact that Filipinos are among the most resilient people in the world. And it’s not a surprise to see them...
Life Lessons Dubai has taught me over the years
I’ve spent most years of my life asking people ‘why are you here? What is your purpose?’ Because I always felt I missed something;...
Consul General Paul Raymund Cortes officially appoints PID 2020 leaders
Consul General Paul Raymund Cortes officially appointed PID 2020 leaders at the final bow of the series of events for this year's successful annual community celebrations during the bountiful Thanksgiving last Friday at the Banquet Hall of Emirates NBD head office from 9 AM until 4 PM.
We are shaped by our choices, not by our circumstances
9 years ago, I lost my job. I was terminated unreasonably after winning an employment dispute. I filed a case in the Ministry of Labor for not being paid a salary for more than 3 months. That action left a bad taste in my employer he fired me - as I expected.
