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Jay Ann Ramirez
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Philippine Schools to Open on September 13
The Covid-19 pandemic has forced educators and students around the world to change their learning setup. They now conduct their...
Jay Ann Ramirez
Jul 15, 20212 min read
Why Influencers Are Powerful
Anybody can be somebody on social media. Everyone can be a star on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, among others. But why are...
Jay Ann Ramirez
Jul 14, 20213 min read
Getting that COVID-19 Vaccine: What It Means to Me
Ontario has been rolling out vaccinations for the last few months. Here I am still unvaccinated. But I hope to get my two doses of the...
Jay Ann Ramirez
Jul 13, 20212 min read
The Start of Space Tourism
Humans have been exploring space for the last 52 years. It started with the moon landing on July 20, 1969. Who would have thought that...
Jay Ann Ramirez
Jul 12, 20212 min read
Food, Rain, and Good Conversation
Today was fun. Although it rained most of the day, I still got the chance to go out and meet new people here in Canada. I honestly did...
Jay Ann Ramirez
Jul 11, 20212 min read
The Week that Was
It's the weekend. Can you believe it? It seems like it was just yesterday when I started my 30-day diary challenge. So far, so good. As...
Jay Ann Ramirez
Jul 10, 20212 min read
Connecting with People in an Unfamiliar Territory
As a journalism student, I look for my sources independently. Connecting with people is not easy for me because of these reasons: I'm...
Jay Ann Ramirez
Jul 9, 20212 min read
Toronto's Weird Weather
The sound of raindrops hitting my window woke me up this morning. Today was a mix of cloudy and light rains, according to Environment...
Jay Ann Ramirez
Jul 8, 20213 min read
Missing that Golden Brown Look
I am probably one of those who are trying so hard to learn how to cook but fail. Cooking has never been my expertise. I grew up buying...
Jay Ann Ramirez
Jul 7, 20212 min read
Why I Think Journalism Is not an Easy Job
If you think journalism is an easy job, think again. This career goes beyond news gathering. A journalist’s job does not end when a story...
Jay Ann Ramirez
Jul 6, 20213 min read
Challenge Accepted
Maayong adlaw (good day) and welcome aboard. I'm so happy that you stumbled upon this page. I would like to introduce myself. I'm Jay Ann...
Jay Ann Ramirez
Jul 5, 20212 min read
A Day of Mourning for Filipinos
The crash site in Patikul, Sulu, where the C-130 military plane crashed, killing 49 soldiers and three civilians on Sunday, July 4, 2021....
Jay Ann Ramirez
Jul 5, 20213 min read
Cebu Safari & Adventure Park: Where the Wild Experiences Are
It was a wild and fun experience. Where do I start? The whole place is already too big to comprehend. We arrive early at the Cebu Safari...
Jay Ann Ramirez
Nov 1, 20203 min read
Where to: Rufana’s Bed & Breakfast in Balamban
If you’re looking for a quiet place that’s in front of the beach, then you should visit the Rufana’s Rock House, Bed & Breakfast (also...
Jay Ann Ramirez
Jun 11, 20192 min read
Where to: Pangeas Beach Resort in Liloan, Cebu
IMAGINE yourself sitting on a beach bed, feeling the warmth of the sun, smelling the fresh air, and looking at a beautiful sea early in...
Jay Ann Ramirez
Feb 20, 20192 min read
5 Benefits of Staying at Home
WHETHER you like it or not, there are times when you just want to stay at the comfort of your home. You're probably telling me now that...
Jay Ann Ramirez
Dec 5, 20182 min read
The Homebody: My Passion Project (Updated)
I've always wanted to be a nun. When I was around seven years old, I'd imagine myself wearing a habit. I love what they wear, including...
Jay Ann Ramirez
Oct 18, 20183 min read
Sunday memories at Nemo's
I have to admit. I didn't know Nemo is in Cebu. Well, I'm not talking about the famous clown fish in the 2003 animated film, Finding Nemo...
Jay Ann Ramirez
Aug 24, 20181 min read
Where to: Matutinao, Badian
Who says homebodies don't go out? We do. Cebu has a lot to offer: places to dine in, hotels to stay in, and beaches to dive in. Just a...
Jay Ann Ramirez
Aug 23, 20182 min read
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"I created this blog to share my experiences from incredible places, mouthwatering food, and remarkable people I've met along the way. The articles you'll find here are reflections of my journey and are rooted in my own perspective. My hope is that you feel right at home while exploring these stories. Welcome to my world." — Jay Ann Ramirez
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