This was one week before I changed robe for good and received the Sacrament of the Holy Orders in Rome. The mere presence of the beloved Pope draws one closer to God. His words touch the depths of our soul and bring us face to face with eternity. To the left is the portrait of the Saint in meditative prayer (I used soft oil pastel on Canson paper, framed and presented personally to the Holy Father. The light and shadows […]

The recent visit of U.S. President Barack Obama to the Philippines has alarmed various militant groups that prompted them to stage protests on the day to demonstrate their opposition to the alleged American dominance over our lands. They believe it will create more economic and security problems to our country. Many protesters, as seen on TV, strongly denounced the agreement signed by the two nations on enhanced defense cooperation by shouting sharply and loudly while pushing the barbed wires blocking the […]