#eastern samar

[thedalatribune]

© Paolo Dala

Transforming The Ordinary

Quit trying to find beautiful objects to photograph. Find the ordinary objects so you can transform it by photographing it.

Morley Baer

[arkipelagic]

Josua Del Socorro wearing a precolonial asog attire, photographed by Eric Diaz.

Asog were individuals assigned male at birth but assumed shamanistic feminine roles in their Visayan society and were closely associated with infertility - which seems, to me, in contrast to women born with wombs. Among other names they are also known as babaylan, balian, or katalonan in different Philippine languages.

Shamanism survived Spanish and American colonialism to a certain degree. While the gender variant aspect has faced a decline, the belief in the abilities of shamans or faith healers is still strong especially in the countryside. These people can be either man or woman.

[yslanemone]

so dreamy ✨

[thedalatribune]

© Paolo Dala

The Cure

The cure for anything is salt water:

sweat, tears or the sea.

Isak Dinesen

[thedalatribune]

© Paolo Dala

Finding Yourself

Travel far enough, you meet yourself.

David Mitchell

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© Paolo Dala

The Maker Of History

The engineer has been, and is, a maker of history.

James Kip Finch

[firstoccupier]

Philippines Takes Stand Against Chinese Intrusions in West Philippine Sea

WPS.News Report: Tensions Rise in the West Philippine Sea Amid Chinese Intrusions Dateline: February 1, 2025 As the geopolitical landscape in the West Philippine Sea continues to evolve, significant developments have emerged regarding Chinese incursions into Filipino territorial waters. Reports indicate that on February 1, 2025, the Philippine government has taken a firm stance against the…

Philippines Takes Stand Against Chinese Intrusions in West Philippine Sea

[piamps]

I had quite an adventure yesterday, February 19th.

We went to Jipapad, Eastern Samar to notarize SALNs and PDS of the teaching and non-teaching staff of Jipapad School District, barangay officials, and other LGU employees.

We also made a quick courtesy call to Hon. Benjamin E. Ver, municipal mayor, who expressed his gratitude for our service.

We enjoyed a sumptuous lunch at the residence of SBM Nonong Montallana upon his daughter Atty. Kessey Montallana's invitation.

We were able to serve around 150 clients who were all thankful that they did not have to travel or spend for notarial services.

Before going home, we took a few photos for posterity.

The municipality of Jipapad is situated in a low-lying area in the northernmost part of Eastern Samar. When it rains heavily, the place gets easily flooded as the river surrounding it overflows. Kaya we were happy we were given a sunny day for our legal outreach! 🌄

Thank you, Jipapad, for your warm hospitality!