The Zimmbodilion

Thirty-four (34) years ago, on 30 September 1974, Mommy Bingbing, gave birth to a Pidjanga, who was later to be named Zimmbodilion! That was me!

Two weeks before I was born, during a prenatal check-up, a Butuanon doctor pronounced me to have no fetal heartbeat. A Butuan Hospital was the best medical facility within Daddy's and Mommy's reach because they were then living in the hinterlands of the Diwata Ranges of Agusan, helping indigenous people (the Manobo). To save Mommy's life, the doctor recommended that I be removed through a surgical operation. Daddy refused to accept the recommendation and flew to Manila right away.

Mommy was brought straight to St. Lukes Hospital in Quezon City. There was no available room. With few calls and some connections, Daddy was offered the Presidential Suite. While Mommy was on the operating table, Daddy stayed in the hospital chapel, and stormed the heavens with prayer.

By dawn, I came out via normal delivery. A healthy baby!

Miracle? or Medical glitz?

Whatever it was... my parents were very delighted to see their firstborn, healthy and bouncing!

I think every parent wants the BEST name for their children. For their firstborn, who was almost aborted due to weird medical results, my parents named me ZIMMBODILION, a coined name.

ZIMMBO, according to Daddy, was a local radio drama character hero who had exceptional courage, nobility and strength, while DILION was taken from a dictionary of names (which until now I failed to find) which meant Prince of Intelligence.

Obviously, upon my baptism in the Catholic Church, the priest had to question my name. The Catholic tradition, then, requires that every member should have a Christian name. Daddy chose PETER, after one of Jesus' great apostles, St. Peter. (Unfortunately, my Catholic records forgot to include Peter, hence I removed it in my official papers even after using it consistently from kindergarten until I graduated in college).

With those VERY HEAVY meanings and with more than a dozen letters to write, one can imagine the burden it brings. Fortunately, it did not. Instead, at an early age, I learned to write very fast, which I think was a great advantage because while the rest were still writing and I was already finished, I had the time to review, reflect, and think beyond the current discussions. It became my motto to submit FIRST in every project, exam, and competition. And while growing up, Daddy instilled in us, speed and accuracy. Being first to finish also meant having more time to ensure that your answers were accurate.

Technically, by definition, I am a Tagalog. I was born in Quezon City, spoke Tagalog as my "first language", and had my first taste of schools in this city.

But I choose to be a Pidjanga because I was brought up where the Pidjanga is - Mainit, Surigao del Norte. My formative years were spent there. And my values and character were shaped up by families of the Pidjanga tradition, of which I am very proud of.

I believe in the Pidjanga and I believe there are other great Pidjangas out there. Be it through individual contributions or a joint and collective efforts, I strongly believe that WE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE and be able to build a strong township and people. I envision that this blog will be among the venues to which those contributions will be channeled. Please help me realize this vision by ensuring your participation are geared towards our common good and aimed at the development of our town.

Please use our comment features (Cbox, Post Comments, Emails) responsibly.

Postscript: Daddy and Mommy eventually had three sons. My second brother was named KIRCHEULZ (a 10-letter name with no letter being repeated and pronounced KI-ZEEL). He was eventually named Paul Kircheultz, of which Paul was suggested by the same priest who baptized me. Learning from the "baptismal requirements", our parents named our youngest JOHN KARACHI. Daddy also adopted a new name coining selected names of his godparents: Hilarionito Mentalbouni Fukusima Simchico Mosende. Indeed, an inventor of names.

And to those who remembered my birthday, muchas gracias! I wish the same to you, more bountiful blessing and happiness!

Sep 2008

33

Turned 33 years old today and celebrated it in 4 countries... 1) Manila, Philippines, 2) Guangxi, China, 3) Frankfurt, Germany, and 4) Geneva, Switzerland courtesy of course of Lufthansa. Quite a unique experience.

Jesus Christ died at the age of 33 and he has already saved the world! Well, he is God!

This little Pidjanga, still has a long way to go... marami pang bigas na kakainin! But despite my shortcomings, I am still very thankful... God has been very, very kind to me... with a loving wife, with 2 kids and another one coming, with a good educational foundation and a promising career... and with very loyal and supportive friends and family members... life is great! But I still wish for more... so that I can give more and more!

Post: Zimm (www.pidjanga.blogspot.com)
Sep 30, 2007

Dad's Burial

Salamat karadjaw sa ijo mga mensahe... I read every line that you have written and we thank you for your sympathy and support.

Daddy will be brought to the Mainit Gymnasium tomorrow (11 April 2008) at 1PM for a Necrological Service ( by the Local Government of Mainit) with the following program:

Opening Song: Mapaso Chorale
Eulogies:
1. Mr. Antonio Sannoy, Former Comelec Officer; Co-Officer - Mainit Concerned Citizen for Development (MCCD)
2. Rev. Stenio Labrador, UCCP Pastor
3. Mr. Perfecto Odtojan, Former Sangguniang Panlungsod Member
4. Hon. Jessnar Mosende, Municipal Vice Mayor
Message: Hon. Ramon Mondano, Municipal Mayor
Response: Peter Zimmbodilion Mosende, Eldest Son
Closing Song: Mapaso Chorale
At 230PM, Fr. Rey Maldo, MSC, will officiate the Funeral Mass at the Mainit Parish Church.

Final rites and burial will be at the Mainit Cemetery at 3:30PM. The Municipal Police Force will give military honors to Daddy.

God bless

Post: Zimmbodilion (www.pidjanga.blogspot.com)

Botika ng Barangay in Mainit

PIA reports (10 April 2006) that there are at least two Botika ng Barangays (BnB) in our town: in Barangay Roxas and in Barangay San Isidro.
http://www.pia.gov.ph/news.asp?fi=p060410.htm&no=20

Botika nga Barangay is "one of the government’s major thrusts and priorities is ensuring continuous access to low-cost, but high quality medicines".
http://www.doh.gov.ph/CAR/annual%202003/botika_ng_barangay.htm

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Side bet: Pidjanga Blog refers now to BnB as "Botika ng Barangay", and B&B as "Bed and Breakfast" accommodations for Pidjanga Tourists.

By: Zimmbodilion Y. Mosende
Apr 23, 2006 

Categories: news, projects, mainit, surigao, mindanao, philippines

Free Google applications for Mainit?

Free Google applications for RP schools
Source: Good News Pilipinas
By Paul Darwin Garilao

The No.1 internet search provider is touring the Asia-Pacific region to promote innovative products and technologies that may be useful for schools.

In cooperation with De La Salle Philippines (DLSP) and Philippine Society of IT Educators, Google Inc. launched a talk for educators who came from different schools nationwide held at the DLSP Multi-Purpose Hall, 20th Floor Br. Andrew Building last Dec. 6.

Though most people associate Google with search engines, the company has been developing technologies and social networks that will be beneficial to any organization. Jeff Keltner, a global manager from Google, promoted the company's innovative products, particularly the Google Apps Education Edition.

Speaking to at least 70 educators, Keltner said the application makes the students, faculty, alumni, and staff share information and ideas more easily.

Read more here.

Pidjanga notes: Tana an ato mga iskuylahan sa Mainit, internet-based na sanan maka-avail nan mga innovative technological projects amo ra nan inin sa Google. I think it is really doable... it will just be a 1) recognition of the need by the Municipal Council together with the principals of the different schools, 2) backed up by the political will of the Mayor, and 3) strong technical and financial support of the Pidjanga community both here and abroad... kaya ini.

Post: Zimmbodilion (www.pidjanga.blogspot.com)
Dec 21, 2007

One product, one town: Local yet global

By Ronnel Domingo
Inquirer - Last updated 03:56am (Mla time) 03/11/2007

MANILA, Philippines -- What does it take to make P5,000 grow into P1.5 million?

Just 30 pairs of idle hands.

Until 1990, the wives of farmers and fishers in Tubigon town in Bohol used to sit out their days just waiting for their husbands to return from work. At times, some of them would get a chance to add to their families’ income by selling fish in the neighborhood.

But they never had a sustained means of earning money.

Then, in 1990, they were organized into the Tubigon Loomweavers Association.

Read more here.

Pidjanga notes: Uno kahay produkto nan ato lingsod na angay nato ikapasigarbo... to join the "One product, one town" program? Please send in your ideas!

Blogging at Cebu International Airport (via Free WiFi - Linksys).

Mar 12, 2007

We will miss you so much Dad!

Dear Pidjangas and Pidjanga Blog readers...

Please join me and my family in our grief on the loss of our Daddy, former mayor of Mainit, Surigao del Norte, Hilario "Yonie" Simchico Mosende, who joined our creator in His heavenly kingdom last night at 7:30PM in Mainit, Surigao del Norte. He died after 8 years of surviving stroke. Our youngest brother, John Karachi "Concon" Mosende, held his hands when Dad was spending his final moments on earth.

Through this blog, many times, I have requested your prayers for Dad. One of such was last year when he was about to be operated (here). For all of you who offered moments of silence for his recovery, our sincerest thanks!

It is very, very sad to loose him but each man has a mission on earth. Dad's mission is done.

I was very fortunate to be able to go home twice this month, most recently last week (I returned to Manila only last Sunday). I had my final heart-to-heart talk with him, and told him how he should be happy about his children, all professionals and doing great as family men. Even without fame, power and fortune, knowing that his children and grandchildren have bright futures is already a celebration... a mission accomplished!

I have shared several times that he is the man that who molded and taught me the love of God and love of country. My first prayers were taught by him. At a very young age, we already know that 6 o'clock in the evening is a a time for the Angelus and everyone should be in the house. Every child in the house, even those under 5, were required to recite the creed, the Our Father, the Hail Mary, Glory Be, and the Hail Holy Queen. We did not have television nor radio, so our entertainment was our post-supper program where he asks each of us to perform (recite, sing, dance, etc). In between or after the program, he will have his lectures or sharings... the day won't end without reminding us to be good Christians and help Mainit.

To honor him, we have named our youngest son after him. I also named our new boat "Commander Yonie".




We are finding strength in his sweet memories. One such memory is this photo. Daddy Yonie brought me to Manila Zoo when i was 3 years old.


He was Yonie to most Mainitnons and also Lalo to the family. He was Larry to most of his friends. He was commander to a number of followers, a Papa to many friends, and a very dear daddy, uncle, tito, mano, to all of us Mosendes.

We lost our idol, a very handsome and intelligent Pidjanga, but his memories and teachings will forever live in our hearts.

We plan to have his final rites on April 12 (Saturday), at the Mainit Cementery. Please let us know if you would be able to join us.

Salamat karadjaw!
Post: Zimmbodilion (www.pidjanga.blogspot.com)
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Liveblogging in Mainit!

First of all... I wish all Pidjanga visitors, most expecially all Mainitnons and Surigaonons, a bountiful New Year... May your wishes all come true especially this 2007.

My family had a great and memorable vacation. Our two kids did not only see our bloved hometowns, they also had the chance of playing with our old folks and their cousins and titos and titas and pamangkins.

Yes, I've finally tried 3G connectivity in Mainit and I was succesful... here's my Mainit-based blogging experience via Globe 3G.
http://bedcon663.blogspot.com/

Well, that was using my phone to access BLOGSPOT directly.

With the help of Monmon (using K610i) and Nonong (Nokia N70) we were able to connect a PC to the internet. We did not have time to maximize the potential of our cellphones' PC Suite so we failed at increasing internet speed. I think that the fastest we achieved was 115.2 kbps.

Well, at least, 3G works in Mainit and that is GOOD NEWS!

Mabuhay an PIDJANGA!

Back to work tomorrow, 3 January 2006! I will blog Mainit photos during the evenings... hope you're looking forward to it!

Zimm
Jan 3, 2007

My Pidjanga Wishes for 2008

Ambitious yet possible...
1. To successfully link WWF-Philippines with LMDA (c/o Engr Kaiser) on addressing annual flooding (guob) in Lake Mainit, and with Mamatpa (c/o Pastor Casera) on supporting mass tree planting ecosytem conservation.
2. To finish digitization project of the Mainit Parish Archives.
3. To continue advocacy for participatory governance i.e. local executives and councilors provide venue (online e.g. blogging or offline e.g. billboards, monthly newsletter, etc) for exchange of ideas and transparency between officials and the constituents of Mainit.
4. To start up SK Academy and the Balik Tudlo program.
5. To relaunch www.lakemainit.com with new Pidjanga volunteers.

Let me know if you want to help. Email me at pidjangaATgmailDOTcom.

And WHAT ARE YOUR Pidjanga Wishes for 2008?

Post: Zimmbodilion (www.pidjanga.blogspot.com)
Jan 1, 2008

Pidjanga Fiesta: Brgy. San Jose

Maayong Pista sa Tanan Taga-Patag!

Viva Señor San Jose
May 1, 2006

Brgy. San Jose (Patag)
Mainit, Surigao del Norte

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