Nature's profile is rich and dynamic. It enraptures us, brings reminiscences of childhood, and re-creates the images of the Lost Paradise. It offers refuge from urban living, and recess from daily grind. It also tells us of what we are missing, or what we are going to miss, perhaps forever. The magnificent profile of nature reminds us to do our part to save Mother Earth so that her beauty and bounty are preserved and enjoyed by us and future generations.
- Abercio Valdez Rotor, Ph.D.
Thursday, October 26, 2017
Halloween Tip: Say tabi-tabi when entering a thicket.
Scary scenes in the Woods Dr Abe V Rotor Living with Nature School on Blog
A scary grove of leafless frangipani, Sacred Heart Novitiate, Novaliches, QC
Respect the ghosts and spirits When walking on untrodden trail, Or beating a path to nowhere, Unreached by mail or far from rail. If you wait 'til the sun goes down, And home you aim before dark you bid; Then take the route through the thickets Say tabi-tabi as old folks did. ~ Tabi-tabi in Tagalog, bari-bari in Iloko, is a courteous word to let one pass in an unknown territory."
There’s no harm in believing in it, and practicing it. It warns any would-be attacker such as a snake, or any helpless creature to give way. It is good to be conscious and cautious in an unknown territory. Uttering the word is building self-courage. Keep within hearing distance if you are in company.
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