My Surreal Story on Becoming a Sole Sister

Wednesday, October 03, 2012


It's been a week since that heart-stopping, momentous victory and it's still awe-inspiring how a mere avid, gung ho follower like me ended up being a Sole Sister. One thing is certain though, it wouldn't have been possible if not for the people - family, friends and even strangers - who believed in my intense desire to realize this dream.

I am deeply grateful.

Calaguas

It's as if it was only recently that I had a serendipitous discovery about Sole Sisters in Cebu Pacific Smile magazine on my flight home from my Calaguas Island trip. You know how in every trip, ending it always leaves a burning hole in the heart? Reading that article felt like a time bomb exploded inside of me! I admired their courage and the kind of life they live. They were going for what gave meaning to their lives, making things happen for them – chasing their passion!

Amazing how a seemingly ordinary incident can lead to a milestone! Reading their story flared up my hope which turned into courage to quit my post in a multi-national advertising agency and go after my dreams of doing the things I love - makeup artistry and traveling. I had no idea how I could make the latter a major part of my lifestyle – until the search happened.

Lois & Newest Sole Sister Madz

After much anticipation, I finally got to meet one of the women who I look up to, Sole Sister Lois. Boy, did I get nervous! But the moment she flashed her big, warm smile, I knew I was in for great things ahead. I'm not just talking about the upcoming travels but also about the things I will soak up being around a remarkable person. I am thrilled to be having a mentor, a travel buddy and a friend all in one petite package that is Lois.

As for me, I hope not only to share crazy, fun, meaningful adventures and practical travel tips but also to fulfill my self-pledge to be a "Waker".

Waker

Watch this awesome video made with love from Hari ng Lakbay of our first meeting:


Excited for things to come,
Sole Sister Madz

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26 sole trails

  1. markyramonegoOctober 3, 2012 at 4:29 PM

    Looks like you two have great chemistry together as Sole Sisters. Well deserving of Madz and congrats. Yey, I smell another sole sisters loooong backpacking trip coming soon again.

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  2. BB of CalaguasOctober 3, 2012 at 4:44 PM

    Way to go Madz! More adventure trips, more fun!

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  3. Rusty JorbinaOctober 3, 2012 at 4:51 PM

    Congratulations, Madz! Looking forward to reading about your adventures.:)

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  4. JoannOctober 3, 2012 at 6:12 PM

    congratulations Madz! We'll be looking forward for more inspiring posts =)

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  5. Tago FabicOctober 3, 2012 at 7:14 PM

    Woot, congratulations! :D

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  6. the food dudeOctober 3, 2012 at 8:07 PM

    Way to go Madz! Can't wait to read your new travel adventures! Congratulations!

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  7. Nurse-issistic TravelsOctober 3, 2012 at 10:59 PM

    congratulations madz! can't wait to see that chemistry going...

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  8. madz rausaOctober 3, 2012 at 11:27 PM

    Thanks! :D We are cooking up something, maybe not a looooooong backpacking trip but something REALLY exciting.

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  9. Madz RausaOctober 3, 2012 at 11:44 PM

    Thanks! :D We are cooking up something, maybe not a looooooong backpacking trip but something REALLY exciting.

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  10. Madz RausaOctober 3, 2012 at 11:46 PM

    Thank you, guys! :) I wonder which BB is this. Tere? Angel? Haha!

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  11. madzrausaOctober 3, 2012 at 11:58 PM

    Thanks! :D We are cooking up something, maybe not a loooong backpacking trip but something REALLY exciting.

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  12. madzrausaOctober 3, 2012 at 11:59 PM

    Thank you! :) I wonder which BB is this, Tere? Angel? Haha!

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  13. madzrausaOctober 4, 2012 at 12:00 AM

    Thank you!

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  14. madzrausaOctober 4, 2012 at 12:04 AM

    Thanks! Glad to know that I stirred something in your heart. :)

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  15. madzrausaOctober 4, 2012 at 12:04 AM

    Thanks, Gerry!

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  16. madzrausaOctober 4, 2012 at 12:05 AM

    Thanks!

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  17. madzrausaOctober 4, 2012 at 12:07 AM

    Thanks! Likewise, I'm as excited as you!

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  18. Justin QueyquepOctober 4, 2012 at 5:18 AM

    It was nice meeting you Madz. Hope to see you soon. Again, congratulations!

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  19. madzrausaOctober 4, 2012 at 7:54 AM

    Thanks! It was fun hanging out with you guys.
    Thanks for the video! Really nice!

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  20. Sky SummerOctober 4, 2012 at 2:43 PM

    Well deserve Madz! Hope we meet you and Lois in the future. :)

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  21. weRsolesistersOctober 4, 2012 at 10:42 PM

    Look forward to meeting you as well!!!

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  22. weRsolesistersOctober 4, 2012 at 10:43 PM

    Awesome vid Justin! Grabe we want to hire you na. Can we pay first in free trips? haha

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  23. weRsolesistersOctober 4, 2012 at 10:43 PM

    Haha how can you tell Marky? Hope we bump into you on the road soon!

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  24. Lady Anne Bitamor AbitOctober 8, 2012 at 8:51 PM

    Congratulations Madz!
    I'm a big fan of Sole Sisters. Meeting you girls is on my bucket list. I hope i'll be able to attend your Travel Talk someday! =)

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  25. madzrausaOctober 10, 2012 at 4:21 PM

    Thanks! :) Why don't you join us at Passion Play workshop in November?
    We'd love to meet you, too. Just holler if you see us around!

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  26. Angel LigeraldeNovember 12, 2012 at 4:50 AM

    That wasnt me deary! I think I know who made that comment... Im 75% sure its Mike. Congrats Madz! Cant wait to travel with you again!

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