-Dorothea Lance
Hello dear Hivers!🤗How are you today?
In my previous blog, I shared about our memorable hiking adventure to Sto. Niño Shrine at Tindog-Bato Peak and I mentioned that on our way to the peak, I and the hubby passed by a village that exists at the top of the mountain.
And what amazes me is how they are able to manage a life at the top of the mountain which is far from civilization,- the market, water system, electricity, etc.
After about 30 minutes of hiking from the provincial road - the starting point, we reached Purok Bayabas barangay Manlagtang and we discovered the place is not at all behind from the advancement of time!
Mobile data connection should be strong in this area because of a popular network satellite tower standing at the adjacent mountain.
Life at the Top of the Mountain
A cable connection also reaches here as shown by this satellite dish installed on the roof of this house. When I saw this, I looked around and saw at the top of another hill an electric post that sources out electricity in this small village.
As we ascended to this flat space towards the center of the village, these two cute kids suddenly appeared and were running towards another house. I assumed they came from another house behind the bushes.
This uppermost portion is where a small basketball court stands with about three houses on sight and a chapel. I assume the village also celebrates its own fiesta or feast with its patron saint Sta. Cruz. (The priest who presides the mass here should be ready to take the hiking challenge of climbing up to this secluded village).
Barangay Manlagtang is popular in Tabogon for basket weaving and as I looked around, I caught a glimpse of two locals from two separate households weaving baskets, too. This is really their cup of tea I guess.
As you can see, they also raise pigs here, which added my amazement to these villagers because I know water is necessary when starting a hog-raising business. But when we climbed farther up, I discovered they devise their own water source to sustain their need for water.
Most of the houses here I assumed use this water catchment tank to catch rainwater during rainy days. This tank should store enough water they need to be able to live in this place. I wonder if this water storage can store enough to use during long hot summer days.
Living A Life of Abundance
Corn Farming
With the kind of land and soil we have in Tabogon, hardworking farmers grow corn productively in this village.
The farming lot below this village must be fertile to grow these very healthy-looking corn plants.
The Mango Tree
This mango tree looks lovely with many fruits hanging on its branches. When this tree bears more fruits, it will not only provide food for the owner of this tree but also can give his family a source of income.
A Bunch of Large Banana Fruits
Another source of their food here is the banana plant. And these banana plants produce a bunch of large fruits that will surely satisfy their owner.
The Delicious-Looking Papaya
These papaya fruits look yummy in their position that made this a wonderful sight!
Growing Dragon Fruit
I, myself, love dragon fruit and it seems the locals in this village know how these fruits can be costly in the market by growing this in their own yard.
As we took a quick stop to breathe the free oxygen that we enjoy making our way to this part of the mountain, I realized there's always peace and tranquility in being close to nature.
Witnessing this simple life of the locals living in this village, I realized that, indeed "it is not how much we have but how much we enjoy that makes happiness" (Charles Spurgeon). The happiest people do not have the best of everything but those who make the best of what they have.
And this is all for today's blog dear Hive friends. Thank you for reaching this far. See you again in my next blogs. Until then....
WOW that place is so beautiful and looks remote and far away from it all, but not so much with connectivity with the dish and power
but for me the breathtaking views of nature and showing the life of the people there is what makes this place and post special
Thanks for the beautiful comment @tattoodjay. Support appreciated. 🤗God bless!
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Agreed with you sis. It always feels so good at the summit and those were the days I had back then. But now, I am missing it. What a breathtaking place and I so love the clouds.
This is what we need sometimes,-to be in a place that can provide us with a spectacular view not only of nature but of life! Thanks for dropping by sis!🤗
I love the thought of living off grid. The city people often think that living in such places are the worst thing that could happen or that life would be difficult but for those that live this kind of lifestyle, some of them are free from worry, anxiety, and from the city noise. And Im always amazed they manage to be living simply and joyfully at the same time.
💯% Agree!. The kind of lifestyle is, indeed stress-free away from the chaos of the city life! For sure the people here know well what truly makes them happy.Thanks for dropping by inday ☺️
Such a beautiful view, it looks so fresh over there. Enjoy.
That's true!Thank you for dropping by🤗
Life in the province is simple. It is simple yet people live with contentment. They strive to make a living and for survival and not for outside approval. I am lucky I get to live in a peaceful place like this.
Unahan ani kay amoa ng brgy. Hehehe
Indeed, we're lucky! Thanks for the nice words Ma'am
Growing up in the province is an opportunity! Being at peace and close to nature is truly a blessing!Thanks for dropping by Ma'am Net
Always welcome maam Joyce.😊
The place is refreshing. We can eat fresh fruits and vegetables and we can save money as well.
True! These are the advantages of living in the countryside ☺️.Thanks for the nice comment!
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I definitely agree. Living in the mountains or the province in general is living in abundance. Food resources are everywhere, and free at most times — so long as you have a backyard garden or a kind silingan. Hehe
True! Asin, kamunggay or even some veggies and fruits pwede Ra pangayoon from the kind silingan hehe! Sometimes, abtikay sad haha
This is a place where you can refresh your mind. The feeling of freedom, freedom from noise, freedom from finances, freedom from pollution, and freedom from stress.
And i believe that living in this area could greatly contribute you a more years in your age.
True sir!Long live jud ni diri..Layo sa pollution, stress etc.
Kaninidot naman anhi mam wui. Fresh kaayo.
Yes Ma'am. hehe
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wow those fruits! So abundant! Thanks for sharing!