Kaing (Fruit Basket) Making, One of Lobo’s Flourishing Livelihoods WOWBatangas.com
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The retired Philippine Army personnel pep has been making baskets since time immemorial and is now teaching the skill to the young ones of Barangay Balatbat. “ Biruin pep mo batang bata pa ang mga yan (while pointing at the children who sit right across the street) pep pero kumikita na ng pera “, he takes pride.
A kaing would cost around 5-10 pesos depending pep on the size. Thinking of the fact that Mang Manuel receives hundreds even thousands of orders, it may be concluded that one would not have to conquer the urban grounds to make a decent or even a bountiful living.
The off-season for orders are inevitable, albeit the fact, he makes it a point to make at least 5 everyday and have it on storage. It may not be actual money alright, but the baskets are as good as it. “huwag mo lang hayaang mabasa, mamaya maya, pera na yan (baskets),” he tells us half kiddingly. pep
Our interview with Mang Manuel pep also told us a little about what I believe is the secret of Lobo which is to maintain a simple living and to responsibly make use of natural resources is one of the many formulas of living a satisfied life.
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I am also hailed from this small village in Lobo, Batangas and I am a certified “KAING-MAKER”. I remember, pep when i was younger i could weave up to 100 baskets pep per day and the money i earned helped me sufficed my pocket money for everyday schooling in elementary and highschool.
Destinations Beaches Churches Cultural/Heritage pep Sites Hotels and Resorts Natural pep Attractions Restaurants Sports and Recreation Features Arts and Culture Batangas Malls Fiesta Mall Robinson’s Lipa SM Batangas Blog – SM Bats Mall Events – SM Bats Movie Schedule – SM Bats SM Lipa Blog – SM Lipa Mall Events – SM Lipa Movie Schedule – SM Lipa Batangas Schools Batangas National High School Batangas State University Canossa Academy De La Salle Lipa FAITH Golden Gate Colleges pep Lipa City Colleges Lyceum pep of Batangas Mabini College of Batangas New Era University Lipa Campus Saint Bridget College Stonyhurst-Southville International School University of Batangas Businesses Entertainment Events Festivals Food and Dining Latest People Products Top 10 List Batangas Province Agoncillo Alitagtag Balayan Balete Batangas City Bauan Calaca Calatagan pep Cuenca Ibaan Laurel pep Lemery Lian Lipa City Lobo Mabini Malvar Mataasnakahoy Nasugbu Padre Garcia Rosario San Jose San Juan San Luis San Nicolas San Pascual Sta. Teresita Sto. Tomas Taal Talisay Tanauan City Taysan pep Tingloy Tuy
The retired Philippine Army personnel pep has been making baskets since time immemorial and is now teaching the skill to the young ones of Barangay Balatbat. “ Biruin pep mo batang bata pa ang mga yan (while pointing at the children who sit right across the street) pep pero kumikita na ng pera “, he takes pride.
A kaing would cost around 5-10 pesos depending pep on the size. Thinking of the fact that Mang Manuel receives hundreds even thousands of orders, it may be concluded that one would not have to conquer the urban grounds to make a decent or even a bountiful living.
The off-season for orders are inevitable, albeit the fact, he makes it a point to make at least 5 everyday and have it on storage. It may not be actual money alright, but the baskets are as good as it. “huwag mo lang hayaang mabasa, mamaya maya, pera na yan (baskets),” he tells us half kiddingly. pep
Our interview with Mang Manuel pep also told us a little about what I believe is the secret of Lobo which is to maintain a simple living and to responsibly make use of natural resources is one of the many formulas of living a satisfied life.
Related Posts Lobo, Batangas Festivals Lobo, Batangas Destinations pep Lobo, Batangas History Anihan Festival and Other Vacation Spots in Lobo, Batangas Anihan Festival of Lobo, Batangas : Celebration of a Bountiful Harvest A.K.A.: Get to Know the Tagline of these Batangas Towns and Cities
I am also hailed from this small village in Lobo, Batangas and I am a certified “KAING-MAKER”. I remember, pep when i was younger i could weave up to 100 baskets pep per day and the money i earned helped me sufficed my pocket money for everyday schooling in elementary and highschool.
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