The Passion to Inspire

Yes! I was able to book our FLYPINAS tickets! Philippine Airlines' Flypinas promo will allow us to fly to as many local destinations within 7 weeks! I'm just so excited to bring the kids around the Philippines and discover new places, linking landmarks with their Filipino and Araling Panlipunan classes, and simply bask in the beauty of our very own country.Perhaps I was inspired by our recent project. We were invited to partner for this wonderful event of LAJ Philippines, the Philippine distributor of my son's all-time, favorite toy, LEGO. In partnership with the Department of Tourism, LAJ's team and their master brick builders created this first-ever, Philippine themed LEGO exhibit which opened last August 12 at the Main Atrium of the Mall of Asia.I got goosebumps during the formal unveiling. With the song "Biyahe Tayo" playing in the background, and after official statements from Department of Tourism Secretary Alberto Lim and LAJ's Patrick Pesengco, the fabric covering was removed and everyone was in awe at the Lego creation, obviously a labor of Pinoy pride and passion. The collaboration was visually awesome, a giant Philippine map made fully with Lego bricks-it featured some of our country's most beautiful landmarks and tourist attractions. These were some of my favorites:As part of the event, a photo exhibit highlighting our country's human resources was also set up. The exhibit's theme was "passion to inspire" and formally titled "Ang Galing ng Pilipinas, ang Galing ng Pilipino."Believe it or not, I was one of the featured personalities in this exhibit!Prior to the event, we were asked to make a Lego creation that would symbolize my work and passion. Zach took care of that easily! He came up with a mom figure which we held with a house which was provided to us. Here's a photo of Zach building his "Lego mommy"--When that was done, we went to the Picture Company for our family pictorial which turned out to be so much fun! I think the photo came out very nice!My write up read:It was a real honor to be part of this exhibit. While my motivation to work and to reach my goals is not for fame nor recognition, I would have to admit that it feels good to get a pat on the back once in a while:) What made me feel so good about this exhibit was that the recognition being given was not wholly focused on what I had accomplished, but more on the passion I had in me-- to try to make a difference, to help others, and to make the most of whatever talents and resources I've been blessed with.Knowing that someone out there (Thank you, Lego!) had actually noticed not only my work but moreso my motivations- - meant that maybe, just maybe, I might be on the right track to making my humble contribution to the world!:)With that, my family and I are off to explore more of our beautiful country! I'll make sure to share our discoveries with you here!:)Read more about the Lego PIlipinas, Tara Na! event here.