Goodbye Prestige...

It all started when I decided  to look for a more stable job back in 2007. I didn't mind being offered a 'hefty'  *&#@  a month, almost 40% lower than what I had been bringing home then as a free lance teacher, so long as it was a COMPANY where I could fulfill my obligation to my country (pay tax), and enjoy government benefits like SSS, Pag-ibig and Philhealth, which I had practically 'evaded' for almost five years.Thanks to the two government agencies, I am now thirty thousand pesos poorer. Hahaha

To make the long story short, it all started with that firm decision. And until now, I have been reaping the fruits of my hard work. Yes, I am an example of a deserving and loyal employee who has risen from the ranks. Naks! Or maybe the company just didn't have any choice?! lol

DESERVING because I never get tired of learning and improving myself. I have found my niche, something that I have been searching for for a long time. And I can say this is my PASSION. The promotion was just a bonus, the icing on the cake. It was the things and the knowledge I have learned and shared to my students and colleagues that are more valuable. 

LOYAL because despite what happened, they still got me back and wanted to work with and for them, which I fervently accepted.

And this office has been the solemn witness. 

But today marks the end of our roller coaster teaching life here at Prestige Tower. The sight of teachers packing their valuables, ready to leave anytime is disheartening. Echos! (At least) a few people are sad because they have to tread two blocks more from the jeepney or bus stop. But on the whole, it's a new challenge and a new phase in our career. San ang challenge dun? Ah, challenge sa pag-empake. hehehe. 

 Busy-busihan kuno!

 Hala! Magbibigti na sya!

We will really miss Prestige Tower. 

tambayan ng mga smokers

This building has been my second home for more than 4 years. A lot of great memories that perhaps most of  us would carry til we get old, especially for the pillars of the company (I am talking about the oldies, T' Cherylle, T' Jojo, T' Rose, T' Mae, T' Ivy, T' Jeff, etc., including myself). LOL!

(A view from the window...not a very enticing sight, but good enough to escape from the stressful and tedious job. Did I just say that? Just kidding! The job per se doesn't wear me out. Pero minsan mga teachers na pasaway ang nagbibigay ng sakit ng ulo!  Hehe. Sometimes I think of breaking the glass window and jump! But my sane mind says that life is so beautiful to just end it that way. Ewww morbid!).

More than anything else, we will miss the convenience the area provides. If we wanna have a dose of caffeine, coffee shops that are sprouting like mushrooms are just cartwheels away. For food lovers, clean and cheap restaurants are just around the corner to fill our hungry tummies. And the most famous one is the Banchetto.

 

 it is set up every Friday from midnight onwards

Yumminess...sarap ng barbecue...especially their isaw!

But then again, we all have to move on for the better. Parang relationship lang. Ano raw? Hehehe. And we are moving to a smaller office. Ay better nga! Better for the owner...less expenses...and more and more 'LESSES'. 

Hala...good luck sa lahat! Hope everybody gets to enjoy the new office, the new environment and the new challenges ahead.