My Name Spelled Backwards is....: Pleasant Memories Three Years Ago- Macrine Swimming in our Backyard Pool

Saturday, October 3, 2020

Pleasant Memories Three Years Ago- Macrine Swimming in our Backyard Pool

Macrine and I in 1996 and in 1994 getting ready to Party, Washington DC

Macrine was still strong enough to go for a short swim in our backyard three years ago today. I documented it with a short video below.

https://www.facebook.com/david.b.katague/videos/10210731955991389/

Pleasant Memories of Three Years Ago- Macrine Swimming in our backyard pool!

Macrine passed away on August 10, 2020. I am still trying to cope with my grief by blogging, but sometimes small events trigger memories and I can not stop crying. The other day, I was eating a mango. Suddenly. I remember spoon feeding her with a ripe mango that she enjoyed very much.

While writing this I also remember an article on how we balanced frugality and extravagance during our more than 63 years of married life.

https://marinduqueonmymind.blogspot.com/2020/08/coping-up-with-grief-balance-between.html

One of Macrine's extravagance is her love of Shiseido Cosmetic Products as follows:

https://theintellectualmigrant.blogspot.com/search?q=cosmetics

Meanwhile enjoy this photo from Pinterest

A Purple Sky and Lake with the Setting Sun

Also a short video during Macrine's wake-Carenna singing Hallelujah, August 10, 2020

https://www.facebook.com/ditas/videos/10157692912246270/

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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?