Ground Zero Glorietta 2

A picture perfect photo of Glorietta 2 which I found in my files. I held the launch of Dwayne Wade shoes in this site last Nov. 3, 2005 which coincided with the global launch. I took care of everything, from planning, leading, organizing and control, and I must say I was pleased with the result. Tessa Valdes-Prieto hosted the event which was directed by uber-nice Jackie Aquino. Collections by Randy Ortiz, Tonichi Nocom, Vittorio Barba, JC Buendia and Kate Torralba were presented, and I asked them to design their own versions of the iconic Chuck Taylor to which they came produced beautiful renditions. James Yap was present as the image model for the brand and i asked the basketball varsity team of University Of Asia & The Pacific to be his background support. Aimee Marcos, Mariel Rodriguez, Bianca Gonzales came, as well as Town & Country editors Monique Villonco and Mia Borromeo, FHM's Ana Kalaw, Mega's Vicky Tensuan, and host of other writers. Coca Cola Tigers, Sta. Lucia and Red Bull players such as Billy Mamaril, Nelbert Omolon, Warren Ybanez as well as Coach Eric Altamirano came. College basketball players of UST such as Dylan Ababou and College Of St. Benilde's Paolo Orbeta also dropped by.

I can't believe that investigators are pinpointing that the source of the blast could be an accident, a deadly mixture of methane gas and diesel which emanated from the sewerage located at the basement of the mall. The huge crater at the center of the site and the destruction all the way to the third level that blew the glass dome is a sad reminder that anything can happen to anyone. So far, 11 people have died from the blast which hit the mall during the Friday lunch rush hour. I am thankful that I was not there, to think I live around 500 meters from the site and I usually pass by that entrance lobby since a booksale is always held at the atrium. Also, it sits beside Goldcrest, another favorite hangout of mine for bargains. Sometimes, the Lord will really make me blessed despite the odds, He made sure I was hearing mass in Sacred Heart when the blast happened, which I dutifully do everyday. There are times I wanted Him to take me but it seems He has bigger plans for me. I am very thankful for the daily blessings He has bestowed upon me.