Quite literally, actually.
Well, you all know how the typhoon Ondoy has left its mark in the lives of Filipinos, especially those within the vicinity of Northen and Western Manila, right? And while my family didn't suffer a life-altering ordeal as those who have lost their loved ones, properties, and livestock over the raging floods, I also have quite an Ondoy story to tell.
So where were we when typhoon Ondoy lashed it's fury at this part of the country? Well, we were in SM Mall of Asia for a little celebration because, after 60 days of making financial ends meet by Herculean efforts, my so-called "Broke Days" were over and bills and other liabilities have been finally settled. So off we drove over at MOA in spite of the rain, since we were quite used to tripsaiding the mall even on a rainy weekend. We arrived only a couple of minutes befopre store opening, so I decided to get some long-overdue hair makeover. Read: HAIR REBONDING. Spent a little more than three friggin' hours at the salon and when I'm finally done, I just can't help feeling gtood about myself. What can I say? A salon treat just never disappoints for a girl. We were within the confines of the mall that time, so we were oblivious to the strong winds and heavy rains lashing outdoors. We decided to have lunch at China Palace (A really good chow: BIG servings and really good peking duck.) and then see Surrogates starring Bruce Willis (The plot was lame, nothing too noteworthy about the overallproduction, plus I'd still rather see Willis in a more realistic hardcore action flick like his Die Hard series.) After the movie, we noticed that the shops and boutiques were closing as early as 6:00 p.m. due to the typhoon, so we opted to just go home.
Little did we know that the roads leading home - Coastal Road and Aguinaldo Highway - weren't passable to light and heavy vehicles due to flood that was said to be more that 6 feet high. (Which is way past my own height, thank you very much.) So we had no choice but to park the car in McDonald's along Diosdado Macapagal Highway where we spent the whole night, along with many other motorists who, like us, were stranded as well. All I can say that time was "Thank God for fast food and take-out food!" I can only imagine how uncomfortable the situation must have been for my parents, but I was surprised that they were pretty much optimistic throughout the whole situation. It was as if there was a mini street party along that side of Macapagal Highway, for the people were busy eating the night away if they weren't discussing among themselves in the middle of the deserted road or sleeping in their respective vehicles. Man, it was truly quite an unforgettable experience!
The next day, we were able to finally reach home sometime around 7:30 a.m., and though we were too thankful that we were able to reach home safely, I was saddened bacause a lot of people weren't as lucky. As I watched the news, I see people in aguish or even in state of shock to have lost their loved ones, properties, and livestock. I can only do so much as to pray for them that they may have the stregth and will to carry on the cross that's God's will. I also raided our closets for unused clothes and blankets which I gave out to institutions accepting donations and relief goods. There's no better time to show how we care for our fellow Filipinos than a time like this.
Well, you all know how the typhoon Ondoy has left its mark in the lives of Filipinos, especially those within the vicinity of Northen and Western Manila, right? And while my family didn't suffer a life-altering ordeal as those who have lost their loved ones, properties, and livestock over the raging floods, I also have quite an Ondoy story to tell.
So where were we when typhoon Ondoy lashed it's fury at this part of the country? Well, we were in SM Mall of Asia for a little celebration because, after 60 days of making financial ends meet by Herculean efforts, my so-called "Broke Days" were over and bills and other liabilities have been finally settled. So off we drove over at MOA in spite of the rain, since we were quite used to tripsaiding the mall even on a rainy weekend. We arrived only a couple of minutes befopre store opening, so I decided to get some long-overdue hair makeover. Read: HAIR REBONDING. Spent a little more than three friggin' hours at the salon and when I'm finally done, I just can't help feeling gtood about myself. What can I say? A salon treat just never disappoints for a girl. We were within the confines of the mall that time, so we were oblivious to the strong winds and heavy rains lashing outdoors. We decided to have lunch at China Palace (A really good chow: BIG servings and really good peking duck.) and then see Surrogates starring Bruce Willis (The plot was lame, nothing too noteworthy about the overallproduction, plus I'd still rather see Willis in a more realistic hardcore action flick like his Die Hard series.) After the movie, we noticed that the shops and boutiques were closing as early as 6:00 p.m. due to the typhoon, so we opted to just go home.
Little did we know that the roads leading home - Coastal Road and Aguinaldo Highway - weren't passable to light and heavy vehicles due to flood that was said to be more that 6 feet high. (Which is way past my own height, thank you very much.) So we had no choice but to park the car in McDonald's along Diosdado Macapagal Highway where we spent the whole night, along with many other motorists who, like us, were stranded as well. All I can say that time was "Thank God for fast food and take-out food!" I can only imagine how uncomfortable the situation must have been for my parents, but I was surprised that they were pretty much optimistic throughout the whole situation. It was as if there was a mini street party along that side of Macapagal Highway, for the people were busy eating the night away if they weren't discussing among themselves in the middle of the deserted road or sleeping in their respective vehicles. Man, it was truly quite an unforgettable experience!
The next day, we were able to finally reach home sometime around 7:30 a.m., and though we were too thankful that we were able to reach home safely, I was saddened bacause a lot of people weren't as lucky. As I watched the news, I see people in aguish or even in state of shock to have lost their loved ones, properties, and livestock. I can only do so much as to pray for them that they may have the stregth and will to carry on the cross that's God's will. I also raided our closets for unused clothes and blankets which I gave out to institutions accepting donations and relief goods. There's no better time to show how we care for our fellow Filipinos than a time like this.
God bless the Philippines!
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