Reflections...

If you want proof of God's existence all you have to do is climb a mountain, stand on top of it, and wonder at the greatness of the creations below and around you.

This is something I have held true to my heart.

I like hiking up the mountains. It's always a spiritual journey for me. And when I reach the top it's like I'm closer to the heavens and I have an exclusive view of the world most lack the privilege of seeing.

Last week I went to an island called Busuanga in the southern Philippines. Top of our list was trek to Mt. Tapyas. There was a 300-step stairway found in Coron town but we opted to go through the back door. Which is a 35-minute climb on a rocky and uneven trail, under the blazing afternoon sun, mind you.

Our lack of proper exercise during our stressful existence in the city made it even more difficult to drag our limbs hurriedly so as to escape the dehydrating heat.

Since going back would be an even more difficult task once you're midway, we took it one heavy step at a time and we finally reached the top. It was well worth it.

A 360-degree view of the whole Coron town and the neighboring islands nestled against the vastness of a deep blue sea. Breathtaking, not only because we barely had enough breath after the trek, but the panoramic view allowed us a deep sigh and ethereal silence that is my substitute to a prayer.

No pics here yet to show you...but soon! I will post 'em all for everyone to see :=)