jump 4 joy

jump 4 joy
Originally uploaded by matanglawin (oyee)

Floating in the air, one of many Photoshoot of Gulf Photographer's Network Qatar. Shot taken by a colleague Mr. Oyee

My first Christmas outside the country.

Its my first time to celebrate christmas outside my beloved country, I will surely miss many things that christmas in the philippines has to offer. The smell of Puto-Bumbong, Bibingka (Phils Delicacies), the simbang gabi, The busy streets of divisoria, quiapo, cubao and the jampacked malls. Plus the non-stop partying and food tasting from every corner of the land.

But, what will I surely miss is the gathering of family, relatives and close friends and exchanging of gifts and greetings of Merry Christmas.

Although I will not be that homesick, because my lovely wife and kids are here with me to celebrate Middle eastern style.

We all know that Middle East do not merely celebrate that occasion for christians, We are lucky to have a kind and considerate country like QATAR. They even allowed the Dec 25 and Jan 1 as a non-working holiday for all. God Bless Qatar for that and his Highness the Emir.

We are still looking forward to this festive season. Its cold here and atleast we are experiencing the Winter.

So to my kababayans Maligayang PAsko at Manigong Bagong taon!

The Great Flood . . .Wrath of Typhoon ONDOY!

It was a saturday morning when I saw the devastation in the news of the Typhoon ONDOY. (Facebook) thank god for Facebook, The news is faster and more accurate than the mainstream. Because it comes from the people itself.

I immediately called my brother that time, But the line is not available, Maybe because they are busy rescuing people in our local BRGY. Unfortunately, he was also a victim of this flood, their house was also under the water. It never happened before, So I cannot imagine the scene, whenever you look around there is water.

Manila was a Waterworld. Every corner of it was like an ocean, Its a Floating City (Literally) Here are some photos posted in our forum http://www.pinoyvolunteers.org/ by one of our members M18, Thank to you bro, I was able to see some disastrous pics.


Note: Viewwer Discretion is Advised.

Last day of Eid

Yesterday was the last day of Eid here in Qatar, and I guess in the whole GCC region. After a 5 day rest day, 2 weekends and 3 Eid Holiday, I am back to work mode. Its so nice to experience the Eid Holiday! (My First time) also last monday we had a sumptous meal and kiddie party for our family courtesy of our beloved company. Its also a very nice expereince.

I have gain so much this holiday, So I need to get back in shape asap!

So much for food, fun and party, Now its time to go back to work!

Yesterday was the first day of Ramadan

Yesterday was the start of the Holy Month of Ramadan, So our brother muslims have their first day of Fasting. I learned that the word "Iftar" is their breaking of the fast and that they celebrate it with a feast. So what we did is we stayed at home for the weekend.

My scheduled for driving test was became early, instead of Aug. 30, It was scheduled on Aug 27. 430am.

So I will expect to drive soon after. Hooray!!!! I miss my car! And I wanna bring him to my officer next workweek!

Thank God!

Ramadan is Coming.

With the incoming of the Holy Month of Ramadan. Some malls are already gearing up for the coming festivities. They are showcasing the country's Local Cultures thru lifesize models and statue. This is qatar long before the luxurious cars roam the road. They have horses and camels going around the city.

And also they have showcased some Local Qatari Traders. Its been a warm welcome to the people of qatar to show us Expats their history and cultures. And that is also the reason why I love to travel to all differenct places. To see and feel their cultures.

Most probably that this is an Arabian Horse!

Filipinos in Doha

I am always amaze to see filipinos "kababayan" who works in every field. Specially here in Qatar. I took some snapshots while they were at work. Here are some. . .

Working at the City Center Ice Skating Rink.

Displaying his pride, The Philippine Flag

Another one in Cinnzeo, He is the master baker.

Mabuhay tayong mga Filipino, "The New Movers of the World"