My Name Spelled Backwards is....: Macrine and I and the 4D's a Few Years Ago

Sunday, January 12, 2020

Macrine and I and the 4D's a Few Years Ago

The recent deaths of a number of our colleagues (even younger than us) reminded me of how lucky Macrine and I to still be alive, although showing our aging years. Every morning when I wake up, I give thanks to the Lord. Here are some of our photos a few years back.

Macrine working in the Drugs Section, Medical Mission in Marinduque, 2011


Macrine and I on her 79th Birthday

David B Katague Clan, Mountain View, CA, 2015

Macrine and I and The Four D's, Walnut Creek, CA 2014

Macrine and I with Ditas and David III, Sacramento, CA, 2015

Macrine and I with David III and Frank Irlandez, Mogpog, Marinduque, 2012

Meanwhile, here's a short video of Macrine trying to play the piano:

https://www.facebook.com/david.b.katague/videos/10208137257245542/

Romance by Anton Rubenstein-one of our favorite piece of music

https://youtu.be/6xRiKw428iA

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Chateau Du Mer Beach Resort and Conference Center

These are the reviews from from two of our guests published at the Trip Adviser web site. Visit the Trip Adviser website for additional details. 1.What a peaceful place to spend relaxing time in Marinduque! The cottage is very comfortable, and right on the beach, with a large deck for watching the sunset. The location in Boac (and not too far from Gasan) is well placed for a home base for day trips around Marinduque. But the best part of our stay here was the graciousness of the hosts, David and Macrine. They are warm-hearted, know the island well, and truly made us feel at home. Although we were there to explore the island and relax, the property has a great conference/meeting facility as well. Highly recommended. 2. Nestled against the beach, this cottage on stilts was a great place to spend a week away from all the insanity of urban life. With a spacious deck, two bedrooms, a living room and a full kitchen, my entire family truly enjoyed their stay. The hosts, Dave and Macrine do everything possible to make you feel like family, while still giving you space and privacy. The beach is all of 25 feet away and early morning walks on the beach are what I remember most. My kids were fascinated with the bamboo flooring. A reef is just off shore and filled with beautiful fish to enjoy while snorkeling. I would go back in a minute if I could.

I love Sunsets! How About You?

1. Sunset from Balcony of the Chateau Du Mer Beach House, Amoingon, Boac, Marinduque, Philippines Over the years, I have seen and photographed several dozens of sunsets in several countries that my wife and I have visited. We have been to Marbella, Spain, Rome, Italy, London,England, Vancouver, B.C., Cancun, Mexico, Aruba, Hawaii( Maui, Kawaii, Big Island), Puerto Rico and most of the US big cities, New York, Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, Chicago, Kansas City, St Louis, Miami, New Orleans, Washington, D.C., Las Vegas, NV, Houston, TX and other small cities . But the two most beautiful sunsets that stir my emotion are the one at Amoingon Bay (#1- taken at the balcony of our Chateau Du Mer Beach house-top photo) and the one over Manila Bay(# 9 photo). You will probably say, I am partial since I am a Filipino-American, but judge it yourself. Above are ten of my favorite sunset pictures for your viewing pleasure. Enjoy! Comments, anyone?