My dad is in the Philippines, and when the super storm came , he was in Boracay Island , Philippines, right smack in the middle of it. We still have no communication, as of this moment, so we don’t know how he is. Mom has been calling like crazy… right now , what we’re getting is…. ” I’m sorry we cannot connect to the country you’re calling.Please try again later.”
I hope Dad’s okay. He’s with my aunt in Boracay.
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Posted by soullfire on November 9, 2013 at 3:27 pm
It’s very stressful when a major event happens and you’re not able to contact your loved ones in the area. I hope your dad and relatives fared well- will pray for their safety and that communications are restored soon.
Posted by renxkyoko on November 9, 2013 at 5:07 pm
Before it came, we were in contact with a relative in Manila, which was not affected. Our relative managed to contact the architect, who was at that time, at the construction site in Boracay Island, trying to secure the materials. That was 2 days ago, Thursday, 6PM US time , 10 AM Friday, Philippine time. The architect texted the rain and wind were getting stronger. My Dad and aunt were supposedlly safe at the hotel. We got a call again after 1 hour and our relative said communication was already cut off.
It was a 312 km/hour storm. ( 195 mph)
Posted by John W. Howell on November 9, 2013 at 3:56 pm
Hope so as well. Prayers here.
Posted by renxkyoko on November 9, 2013 at 5:09 pm
Thanks, JWH ! !
we’re a bit relieved now. We heard there was no casualty , at least in Boracay Island.
Posted by John W. Howell on November 9, 2013 at 5:12 pm
great
Posted by DeadAnarchistPhil on November 9, 2013 at 4:44 pm
I’m sorry to hear you’ve not heard from your Dad! I really hope he’s OK and that you hear from him soon, mate! 🙂
Posted by renxkyoko on November 9, 2013 at 5:10 pm
We’ve not heard from him, but we heard there was no casualty in the island.
Thanks, Phil.
Posted by DeadAnarchistPhil on November 9, 2013 at 6:54 pm
There’s been no casualties in Boracay? That’s great to hear! I think you can rest a little easier now and he’ll be on contact soon! Let us all know when you hear from him!
Sounds silly, but try not to worry so much, mate.
– Phil
Posted by Pamela Beckford on November 9, 2013 at 4:46 pm
Prayers for the safety of your dad and aunt and everyone else in the area
Posted by renxkyoko on November 9, 2013 at 6:17 pm
Thanks, Pamela. Although we heard news about Boracay having no casualty…. we heard it from Tweeters, that’s the problem,. It’s not official. I’m hoping they’re safe.
Posted by pseudomonaz on November 9, 2013 at 5:06 pm
I really hope your dad is fine and contacts you soon… Sending good thoughts his way. 🙂
Posted by renxkyoko on November 9, 2013 at 5:11 pm
Thank you.
Power out in that area of the Philippines. I hope they can get out soon .
Posted by pseudomonaz on November 9, 2013 at 5:19 pm
The moment I read about this typhoon, you were in my mind. I knew Philippines is your native country, but I didn’t know your dad is presently there. I’ll certainly pray for him. Don’t worry, he’ll be fine.
Posted by renxkyoko on November 9, 2013 at 6:18 pm
Awww ! Thanks again. That’s nice to hear.
Posted by Peter Wells aka Countingducks on November 9, 2013 at 5:15 pm
Thinking of you all. Look forward to hearing all is OK soon
Posted by renxkyoko on November 9, 2013 at 6:20 pm
Thanks, PW ! !
I hope so, too. But knowing Dad…. he’s a survivor. I’m confident he and my aunt are okay.
Posted by Peter Wells aka Countingducks on November 10, 2013 at 12:45 pm
Just checking in for an update. Let us know
Posted by Roger J. Alcain on November 9, 2013 at 5:25 pm
I hope for the best!!
Posted by renxkyoko on November 9, 2013 at 6:21 pm
Thank you, Roger Alcain ! ! I’m confident he’s okay.
Posted by tashterd on November 9, 2013 at 5:25 pm
We’re all hoping for the best for you. May he be safe 🙂
Posted by renxkyoko on November 9, 2013 at 6:22 pm
Thank you, tashterd. ! ! I’m sure he is.
Posted by tashterd on November 9, 2013 at 7:26 pm
No problem. I hope u get in touch w/ him soon!
Posted by Jessica on November 9, 2013 at 9:11 pm
Thinking of you and your dad and your family!!! I really hope he’s okay!!! Let us know if you hear from him!!!
Posted by renxkyoko on November 11, 2013 at 7:24 pm
jessica, I just posted something about this… and thank you for your concern ! !
Posted by ledrakenoir on November 9, 2013 at 9:46 pm
Communication is always hit in situations like this – it applies the other way too, so your father can not contact you to tell it’s okay – best wishes… 🙂
Posted by renxkyoko on November 11, 2013 at 7:23 pm
Thank you, ledrakenoir. happy ending for us…. though I can’t say the same thing for the victims of the storm. We cannot even rejoice here at home.
Posted by Kyoki on November 9, 2013 at 10:46 pm
Awww. that really sucks. I really hope your dad is all right and that he is able to contact you guys soon. :3
Posted by renxkyoko on November 10, 2013 at 1:50 am
Kyoki! ! ! ! ! Kyoki-chan ! ! ! ! You’re here ! ! !
How are you, my best friend ! ! !
What the heck ! ! Don’t disappear on me again ! ! !
Posted by Fae's Twist & Tango on November 10, 2013 at 4:28 am
Darling Ren, Your Dad’s safety will be in my prayers. ♡
Posted by renxkyoko on November 11, 2013 at 7:21 pm
Thank you, Ms. Fae. He’s safe . I just posted about this.
Posted by andy1076 on November 10, 2013 at 6:34 am
I will be praying for their safety, Have faith and I hope that you’ll hear from them soon!
Posted by renxkyoko on November 11, 2013 at 7:20 pm
Andy, thank you. I have a new post ! ! I hope you get to read it !
Posted by andy1076 on November 11, 2013 at 7:26 pm
I look forward to it 🙂
Posted by Wendell A. Brown on November 10, 2013 at 8:59 am
I will be embracing you and your whole family especially your dad in prayers…my heart is with all of you….God bless my sister!
Posted by renxkyoko on November 11, 2013 at 7:20 pm
Thank you, Wendell Brown ! ! he’s safe … told us it was a harrowing experience. I’m so relieved.
Posted by kenthinksaloud on November 10, 2013 at 10:19 am
I’m just checking with friends in the Philippines now to see if it was hit.
Posted by vampyrefangs on November 10, 2013 at 1:00 pm
I hope everything works out, sweetie. You are, as always, in my thoughts and prayers.
Posted by renxkyoko on November 11, 2013 at 7:18 pm
It worked out fine, vampyrefangs ! He’s okay and safe. Thanks ! !
Posted by kenthinksaloud on November 10, 2013 at 5:06 pm
I’m sorry to say I couldn’t find out much. The area was hit but not as badly as elsewhere. Power is out there but there is every reason to believe/hope that your father is okay. Thinking of you – please let us know when you hear anything 🙂
Posted by renxkyoko on November 11, 2013 at 7:16 pm
I just posted a new one, to let you know guys he’s safe. And thank you for your thoughts and concern .
Posted by ohlidia on November 10, 2013 at 5:58 pm
Oh, how devastating and nerve-wracking that must be for all of you. I’m sending positive thoughts into the Universe with the hope that they will find your dad and aunt and they will be o.k. Good luck!
Posted by renxkyoko on November 11, 2013 at 7:15 pm
Thank you, ohlidia ! he’s okay and he’s back at our house there and will come home soon. yes, it was nerve-wracking not knowing .
Posted by Ang Tambay na si MyR on November 10, 2013 at 7:58 pm
hope he is fine…have you tried to contact him?…lets just hope for the best..be safe too.
Posted by renxkyoko on November 11, 2013 at 7:13 pm
yes, first thing he did was call us as soon as he got home in manila. thanks, Ang tambay.
Posted by chris13jkt on November 11, 2013 at 6:07 am
Renx, so sad to hear about what happened in your home country. Have you heard from your Dad? Hope he is okay. I’ll pray for the Philippines, and especially for your Dad and your other family members in the Philippines
Posted by renxkyoko on November 11, 2013 at 7:11 pm
he’s safe, chris ! I have a new post. I hope you get to read it ! ! And thank you for your concern !
Posted by Eddie Two Hawks on November 11, 2013 at 11:36 am
May you soon learn of the safety and wellbeing of your family. Thoughts and prayers for you and all those caught in the wake of this massive storm. All is one, Eddie
Posted by renxkyoko on November 11, 2013 at 7:10 pm
Thank you, Eddie two Hawks.
My father is okay, and is coming home soon.
Posted by ResidentPatriot on November 11, 2013 at 2:01 pm
hope your dad is fine…
Posted by renxkyoko on November 11, 2013 at 7:09 pm
He is ! ! Thanks RP !
Posted by apollo on November 11, 2013 at 5:20 pm
im pretty confident your dad is okay. boracay is not that devastated like leyte. cheers!
Posted by renxkyoko on November 11, 2013 at 7:08 pm
Thankfully, yes, it wasn’t devastated. But my father said he had not seen like that one…. so I can just imagine how it was in Tacloban.
Thanks, Apollo !
Posted by returntothe80s on November 11, 2013 at 5:23 pm
Hi Ren, I just signed in to let you know that I was thinking of you and your family. I am praying for you and your family and friends. Please keep us posted if you can.
Paul
Posted by renxkyoko on November 11, 2013 at 7:06 pm
Thank you, thank you. I have a new post….. my father’s safe.
Posted by supernova1c on November 11, 2013 at 7:02 pm
Very sorry to hear about your dad being in the thick of it, I hope he’s OK. My heart goes out to the Philippines.
Sending my most sincerest wishes to you and your family. Regards James.
Posted by renxkyoko on November 11, 2013 at 7:05 pm
James, I have a new post. He’s safe and back in manila, and coming home soon !
Posted by supernova1c on November 11, 2013 at 7:12 pm
I’ve just seen your other post Ren, super news.
Bless you all, James 🙂
Posted by readinpleasure on November 12, 2013 at 10:30 am
When I heard of the tragedy my first thoughts were about you and your family. Thanks God your dad is safe, Renx. My prayers are with all the affected people who lost thier loved ones, relatives and friends.
Posted by MustardSeedBudget.wordpress.com on November 13, 2013 at 4:35 am
Glad to hear you are safe!
Posted by Daisy@Nevertoosweet on November 13, 2013 at 2:11 pm
Oh gosh I had no idea that your father was in Manila >_< I'm glad to know he's safe and will be coming home soon!
Posted by ~REBECCA DAWN~ on November 16, 2013 at 4:07 pm
I am so happy to hear your dad is alright! Hugs!
My prayers and thoughts are with you!