Hey! I'm celebrating my birthday! I recently turned 23 on March 29, but since I had to work that day, I merely went to church after work and gave thanks to God for another year of my life. Here's to my birthday journey. After my shift at work, I'm going to share with you how I celebrated my birthday.

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Unfortunately, we were required to work on this particular day, therefore I was unable to take a leave of absence. Although it may not have been the ideal scenario, I had to work on my special day 😂. My buddies and I decided to travel to the Oslob province in Cebu following our shift, despite our busy schedules. We chose to take advantage of the fact that we had the day off on Saturday and Sunday to celebrate my 23rd birthday. We left at three in the morning to go to Cebu's south, and we arrived at Barangay Tan-awan Oslob, Cebu, Philippines, around eight in the morning.

![433996328_932307848539150_431083730889198245_n.jpg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/callmesang/23vsNg2SQXpfJN2gCNoC7qt91ALUAcD3QypAcaEjndzuVWFihdKNmeF8ReU4JXUZihbyn.jpg) View of Barangay Tan-awan, Oslob, Cebu, Philippines

We spent two days and one night close to the well-known Oslob Whale Shark location. We had a great time staying on the beach in Tan-awan, Oslob, Cebu, Philippines. The ocean there is incredibly clean, which makes it my favorite beach to visit. My comfort zone seems to be where I am right now. I appreciated seeing so many foreigners sunbathing and seeing whale sharks, even though there were a lot of people at the beach because it was a holy week.

![434013421_914592860414429_4082656848230591597_n (1).jpg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/callmesang/23xowkQBsAb713579BU1MQoCeBkK3z3GnWGPTMULm4cW1NAxhWEeS4KauWLQjv7Xv1zZH.jpg) View of Whale Shark Watching in Oslob Cebu Philippines
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We witnessed whale sharks up close, which made our trip to Tan-awan awesome. We spent a wonderful day relaxing on the attractive beach. The trip was made unforgettable by exploring the area and admiring the breathtaking views. We had an amazing time in Oslob and created memories that will last a lifetime and will cherish this forever.

![434018495_396140146556733_4466614918037773094_n.jpg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/callmesang/23tGRgXEb7XfVp9ALUN78e7gNyBLZY3o2cR9prmjFAG6NbRxEenp4sMZbi47jciazSPR4.jpg) Night Time Scenery
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Moreover, I've had a beautiful view of the moon, which helps me relax and clear my thoughts. Observing the scenic moon is equivalent to taking a peaceful moment to take in the night sky. I can meditate quietly and my mind is calmed by its soft light. I'm always in awe of how many mysteries it contains when I look at the moon. It's a great opportunity to unwind and set aside my everyday worries and problems. The moon serves as a reminder that everything in my life experiences changes in its different phases. Every phase of the moon is unique, whether it is a tiny moon floating in the sky or a full moon shining brightly. I felt more a part of nature and appreciative of the beauty that surrounded me as I witnessed these changes. Thus, taking a break to enjoy the gorgeous moon is like discovering a sanctuary of peace in the middle of an extremely exhausting day.

- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ![434040886_777489980999903_101269185616376865_n.jpg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/callmesang/23xAW4pqj5C1BgoWEaoTxbphzkTvVWxgfin5mqWAbbVfM9eQsjehnG1P9pZdXgSfvaxRJ.jpg) View climbing to the Eli Rock Viewdeck in Boljoon, Cebu

We visited Boljoon, Cebu's Eli Rock Viewdeck. It was a fun trip to the Eli Rock Viewdeck in Boljoon, Cebu. We have an overlook on a mountain that allows us to see everything underneath. We can see every detail of the mountain, the sea, and the houses. It was like when heaven and earth collided.

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For us to reach the top, we had to climb approximately 140 steps and exert a great deal of sweat before we could finally appreciate the architectural beauty of the municipality. Seeing all of these views from different points of view was incredible.

![433555300_1481387212728037_6104618906025277894_n.jpg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/callmesang/23yJLcCx4yWakkXwDx9GTNMBUUuDwACrmjwTiAfWDX2psZjx4vPpDsgmExpc195j1EWTc.jpg) "Scenic Limestone Peak"
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Going up those 140 steps sounds like quite a workout for me😂. It must have been a real challenge, but I can tell you guys once you reached the top, the view must have been amazing. Seeing the municipality from up high would have been like looking at a whole new world. All the sweat and effort I put in would have been worth it just to see those breathtaking views. It's moments like these that determination to take those steps to go up paid off, leaving us together with my friends with memories to cherish in our lives.

![434032481_1385050402144094_40835953784573798_n.jpg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/callmesang/EpnAunEg1FpwHzK3xS3aL2SiZn7fLKsYogGVLfrVHj1tkXWGdhJCpXEsxaJoo3V47LM.jpg) The best view in Boljoon, Cebu "Eli Rock View Deck"
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We had a good view of the entire town from up there, with its beautiful homes and winding water bodies. With all the greenery around us, it felt like we were in a scene from a movie. I felt so at ease and content when I was there, feeling like I was in a location meant just for me. The Eli Rock Viewdeck offered a breathtakingly peaceful view. Seeing something that was genuine made it even better than looking at a painting.

![434031067_799684718720947_4326162849471517688_n.jpg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/callmesang/23ycwRaDNRJCFY47ogPEbpHgzMuahWz5EVSPU5FrspZJhszTwK3LSkR9csoLw6pZRyorb.jpg) My Point of View

I felt like I was on top of the world when I looked down from the top. It was certainly one of the highlights of our vacation, and I will never forget just how wonderful it was to be there.

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Overall, Everything about my birthday celebration was adventurous and relaxed. I consider myself fortunate to have had such a wonderful experience that I will always remember.

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Looking over the pictures brings back memories of our enjoyable times whenever I long for a peaceful life in the province. These are the kinds of experiences that give life meaning and cause for celebration. I will always cherish these memories and cherish them forever. I had fun and I took a lot of pictures because I love keeping memories.

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I appreciate you taking the time to read and follow my blog. Thank you very much. God bless us always and see you again on my next trip!

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