They say that anywhere you go in the world, there would always be a Filipino. Most of our countrymen have ventured out into international seas for travel, vacation, schooling and work, while some others went to live there for good. But no matter how long or how far away Filipinos may be, there will always be common characteristics unique to each of them that people all over the world would recognize as “distinctively Filipino”.
In the recently concluded Miss Universe 2015 competition, Miss Philippines candidate Pia Wurtzbach won the title Miss Universe after four decades. What made it even more memorable was the scandal that followed in the announcement of the winner, where host Steve Harvey mistakenly announced 2nd runner up Ariadna Gutierrez-Arévalo as the winner instead of Wurtzbach. It was so controversial, it made Pia and Ariadna the most popular Miss Universe and runner up in the history of the competition. Many videos spread like wildfire, which also got a glimpse of how people from the same race and culture turn out to be the primary supporters of their own. In a few seconds of a clip from the Internet, as most candidates comforted the crying Ariadna, the Asians went to Pia Wurtzbach’s side to surround her with congratulations and support. In a seemingly unofficial thought, the Asians were there for their fellow Asian.
In a totally unrelated note though, there had been a long-standing debate as to whether Filipinos truly belong to Asia or more logically for some, the Pacific Islands. This came after a group of Filipinos in the United States of America allegedly began dubbing themselves not as Asians but as Pacific Islanders for the reason that the Philippines’ location is at the Pacific Ocean. Other reasons that came up included issues on language, weather, geography and history. Historically, people think that we owe it to the Spaniards for having all islands of the Philippines come together to be recognized as this current day archipelago.
But what is the truth? The truth is, officially, Filipinos are Asians. The country has been part of the series of events unique to Asia and there’s no denying that. But regardless of roots, what matters is that Filipinos still manage to brand their own beliefs and culture that is well known across the globe. Hospitable, compassionate, talented and with strong family ties. Unlike other cultures, a typical Filipino home still provides to children who are 18 years old and above. Even to those who are still working, most children still come home to their parents’ house and live there until they are about to start their own family.
Extended families are also common to Asian homes, where doors are always open to all the members of the family – from grandparents to niece. It is very clear that a Filipino home is a symbol of love that knows no gender, belief and appearance. In a Filipino home, everyone is welcome, everything you need is provided for.
With a goal of providing not just quality but affordable homes, esteemed developer Empire East built The Rochester to accommodate every family’s need. Set in a nature rich environment, The Rochester follows an Asian modern architecture of simplicity, practicality and abundance.
Located at Elisco Road, San Joaquin Pasig City, this 10 tower community is a multi clustered residential development. Here, a space for your loved ones won’t be a problem. Just like a typical Asian home, future homeowners at The Rochester have an option to own spacious residential suites with a choice of 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom and 3 bedrooms with balcony, ranging from 27-93 square meters, including combined units to accommodate bigger families.
Recreational amenities such as the 25 meter lap pool, tennis and basketball courts for the outside amenities and a clubhouse, where you will find the fitness gym, business, convenience stores, game area and a function hall which you can use for special occasions. Outside this gated community is a whole lot more of opportunity. Given its strategic address, living here will connect you easily to major business districts, commercial establishments, premiere schools and universities, hospitals and other vital transactions you might have.
Lastly, its architectural design with big windows and earth tone colors and the memories that can be made within the community remind every Filipino of how proud they should be of becoming one and actually living in this country.
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