Dear Loved Ones,
Pleasant
Greetings Sacramento, CA, USA! Happy to
be back in the US on March 16 via DELTA/ Narita, after the 3-months Pinas
sojourn and I already miss the fresh mangoes, the chaotic barangay ambience,
family and friends, the hectic corporate activities at FSAC with the presence
of Toei Sans (permanent Ueda san, neatly dressed and smelling fresh), and many
more, Thanks GOD!
The first week was spent
in Bohol for reunion with family and friends: Thanksgiving Mass and Lunch with
Fr. Victor, Demie, Baby C, Weng B., among family; followed with Dinner at the
residence of Chief Engr. Juie F. and Geraldine; a visit with Fr. Felix H. at
his gorgeous residence. I could imagine considering retirement in Bohol,
spending days with books in his beautiful gardens. Another day we visited
Panglao Mayor Nila Montero who entertained us with stories on her background
and experiences; her feminine touch is obvious in the interiors of the complex.
Ash Wednesday Mass was followed with chit-chat with the ladies, who reminisced
on the ‘drama days’ where I was a child actress, while they acted as my ‘mom’
and contravida; laughing at all the fond memories!
We had a taste of
nightlife at the swanky Bellevue Hotel, Panglao by Doljo white beach, listening
to jazz music, tourists jamming, and watching the starry clear blue skies – nature
so beautiful! After visiting the cemetery of our folks and relatives, I was driven
to the airport by the red Ford Everest of Geraldine F. driven by Julius and
escorted by Ms. Ivy; conveniences like these make Bohol visits truly more fun!
Likewise, my visit was highlighted with the handing of my share by Kuya Rudy
part of our parent’s treasures – so Blessed! By the way, on the plane to Manila
with me was Sister Linda Carandang, a Sister of Mercy who is based in
Sacramento, CA, I am expecting to touch base with in CA.
Back in Manila, I attended
to my physical fitness with visits to my dentist (Dr. Beth Castro) and dialectologist
(Dr. Elwin Fernando) for the needed prescriptions. I t was nice to learn the
updates of the Castro kids who are Sean’s contemporaries, (RB and Carl are now
dentists assuring them continuity of their dental business) and they also got
condo units at the BGC Bellagio and 8 Forbestown Road, looking forward to be
neighbors.
Other highlights:
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Last week in Pinas featured despedida eat-outs with the following: Lunch
at Banapple, SMNE with Ms. Cora (also her birthday treat), Elvie S. and Linda;
Lunch-meeting with my NVSC partners (Arlene M. and Ozone) at California Pizza,
BGC; Lunch treat by our external auditor Doray at the Manila Hotel with Gerry,
Ueda san and Jessica, together with 2 of her staff. She also gave me flashy
souvenirs; Doray and I started our respective businesses same time 17 years
ago, and we are both blessed to have prospered gracefully with God’s guidance;
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To further enhance FSAC’s innovations, I implemented the ‘Officer of the
Week and Good housekeeper of the Day’ system to help monitor effective /
efficient office Infrastructure (Plan, Check, Do, Act) on improvements;
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We signed the documents for the purchase of a condo unit 24H; terms: 50%
Cash at 16% discount, balance over 24 months at 0% interest – a good investment
deal; considering that bank deposit does not earn that much!
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So blessed to be invited to attend the Ordination of Bishop Myron Cotta
at the Sacramento Blessed Sacrament Cathedral on March 25, Feast of the Annunciation,
which is also Sean’s birthday, courtesy of Fr. George Snyder;
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The last week was spent with various eat-outs for Sean’s birthday: lunch
at Red Lobster, dinner with co-celebrant nurse Red at FATS Folsom, followed by
movie Divergent at Palladio;
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Sean had 4 events to celebrate: his birthday, he got his MBA diploma
from National University, he moved to a new job position at CALPERS as Program
Evaluator / Public Agency Audit, and he got his 3rd degree Knights
of Columbus – thanks GOD!
Attached are 4 photos with family and friends. Let
us continue to pray for our country and people. Peace and Joy to You and God
Bless Us All!
Much love and Best Regards!!!
SUSAN BG
