#Dangwa Flowers

[kny-tai]

Santa Cruz, Manila

Part 01 : The Cemeteries

Amidst the vibrant chaos of urban life in Manila, one can discover a solemn sanctuary that whispers tales of the past - the old cemeteries of Santa Cruz. As a district veiled in both melancholy and forgotten grace. Its old cemeteries, like missing chapters of a novel, exude a sense of neglect and abandonment.

In this corner of Santa Cruz, the once-pristine graves, now weathered and crumbling, bear witness to lives left untended and memories lost to time's relentless passage. Here, amidst the faded epitaphs and mossy stones, the echoes of forgotten souls whisper, the weight of unspoken stories hangs heavy in the air, yearning for the solace of remembrance.

Image above: Manila North Cemetery

Image below: Manila Chinese Cemetery

The old cemeteries of Santa Cruz are veritable archives of the human experience, where the past's timeless beauty reveals itself amidst gravestones and mausoleums. Here, Manila's history finds a poignant resting place, etched in the city's collective memory of life and death.

“For the forgotten dead, both heroes and nobles, Lacrimosa Santa Cruz, by their tombs she trembles.”

Part 02 : From “Congratulations” to “Condolence”

Santa Cruz, like a faithful companion throughout the journey from birth to death, whispers its sentiments through the language of flowers - a silent communication that speaks volumes.

In the northern expanse of this district, a somber path unfolds, lined with hospitals and medical establishments that gradually give way to the solemnity of cemeteries.

This slender district, resembling an aisle, gracefully escorts you along its hallow avenue, accompanying you until the very end, akin to a devoted guide on this transformative passage of life.

Part 03 : Fuente de Vida

At the southern part of Santa Cruz, where the bustling streets converge in a symphony of chaos and vitality, stands the Carriedo Fountain in Plaza Santa Cruz. Here, amidst the cacophony of hurried footsteps and blaring horns, a testament to vigor and life emerges, defying the somber ambiance that envelops the district's northern realms of cemeteries and hospitals.

The fountain becomes an audacious centerpiece, its cascading waters dance with fervor, a metaphorical rebellion against the relentless flow of time. Its grandeur is a stark contrast to the humble dwellings and makeshift stalls that populate the vibrant streets nearby, mirroring the chaotic rhythm of the surrounding urban theater.

Amidst the unapologetic raucous and vivacious surroundings, the Carriedo Fountain stands tall, a testament to the indomitable human spirit that thrives even in the most tumultuous of circumstances.

[hxbromqnia]

Pagbalik ko galing baguio, want to binge watch different barbie movies and go to dangwa. Want to buy flowers for myself kase wala lang. Ang ganda ganda kase ng tulips???????????

[ghostofhyuck]

NCT Dream as your manliligaw

AN: This is written in filipino, check the english ver here! i just wrote a filo version because i'm feeding into my delulu with Dreamies as filipino manliligaw. Kung sino man yung nag-request na ito, salamat sa iyo beh HAHAHAHAHA sana maka-secure ka ng tds3 tickets <3

Mark Lee

Mark Lee as your manliligaw means botong-boto ang magulang mo sa kanya. Mabait, sweet, tapos palaging nagmamano kapag bumibisita sa inyong bahay. Tapos palagi pang sumasama sa inyo tuwing Linggo kapag sisimba. PUTANGINA. Close pa siya sa mga bata mong kapatid o pinsan, palaging hinahanap sa iyo, nasaan daw si "Kuya Mark." Mark Lee na marunong mag-gitara kaya hinaharana ka, kung anong kanta kayang-kaya niya. Siguradong may isang opm song na dinedicate niya sa iyo (Cup of Joe panigurado o Adie). Napakilala mo na siguro siya sa buong angkan mo tapos botong-boto sila sa kanya. Kailan mo ba iyan sasagutin, huwag mo na raw pakawalan.

Huang Renjun

Huang Renjun as your manliligaw means palagi kayong nasa coffee shop tumatambay. Sinasamahan ka niya mag-aral habang siya gumagawa ng plates niya. Palagi ka niyang nililibre ng drinks at siguradong saulo na niya yung order mo, paminsan nga may kasama pang pastry. Renjun na isang fine arts major, kaya in the random moments, magugulat ka na lang mukha mo na pala ang kanyang ginuguhit. Sobrang romanticized life mo kapag kasama mo siya. Kahit pa nagcocommute lang kayo sa jeep kapag kasama mo siya, parang ang saya ng buhay mo. At some point gumala siya sa Dangwa tas binilhan ka ng flower bouquet kasi trip niya lang tapos dadalhin ka sa Intramuros habang palubog na araw. OH DIBA ANG SWEET. 

Lee Jeno

Lee Jeno as your manliligaw means ang swerte mo. GIRL!? Ilang buwan pa lang siya nanliligaw pero sobrang komportable mo na around him. Ang sweet, tapos palagi ka niyang sinusundo sa school mo OR if pareho kayo ng university, inaabangan niya na matapos klase mo tapos foodtrip kayo sa labas. Madalas tumatambay lang kayo sa condo niya kasi napaka-nonchalant naman na 'to. Pero okay lang, kasi kapag inaaya ka niya mag-date, gandahan mo ang damit mo kasi it's either sa Makati or around BGC kayo kakain. Si Jeno rin yung kapag naglalakad kayo, nasa may kalsada siya banda tapos inaasod ka talaga doon sa lakaran para safe ka, hawak niya kamay mo, tapos tinatabi ka niya kapag may mabubunggo ka na tao HUY.

Lee Donghyuck

Lee Haechan as your manliligaw means may clingy ka na manliligaw! Palaging may update para sa iyo, palagi kang may 'good morning, ingat ka palagi' tapos tinatawag ka in the most random nickname. Hindi nakakasakal, sobrang comforting pa sa iyo. Palaging nandiyan para sa iyo, para pakinggan lahat ng rants mo sa buhay tapos yayakapin ka na lang kasi grabe, ang comforting siguro ng hugs niya. Si Haechan na kahit clingy, hinahayaan kang gumala o kaya sinamahan ka sa mga inuman (kapag inaya mo siya) para in case na malasing ka, nandiyan siya para ihatid ka niya pauwi kasi may tiwala magulang mo sa kanya eh, "Pass pre, ihahatid ko pa ito." GANYAN SIYA ANO BA!

Na Jaemin

Na Jaemin na manliligaw mo means botong-boto magulang mo pt. 2. Sweet, caring, tapos palaging may dalang pagkain tuwing bibisita sa inyo. Eto yung manliligaw mo na may kotse kaya hatid-sundo ka palagi. Sinisigurado na nakapasok ka na sa loob ng bahay niyo bago siya umalis, tapos may "nakauwi na po ako <3" update kapag nakauwi na siya kasi ayaw niyang nag-aalala ka. Sa sobrang boto ng magulang mo sa kanya, hinahayaan na nila ikaw magpagabi kasama si Jaemin. Palagi kayong may roadtrip. Tatambay sa NLEX/SLEX stopover, bibili ng pagkain, tapos nakaupo lang sa kotse habang nagkekwentuhan, nag-aasaran, momol EME. 

Zhong Chenle

Zhong Chenle as your manliligaw means sobrang spoiled ka. Palaging may regalo para sa iyo, kung ano man ang gusto mo. Plushie sa Miniso, Sonny Angels or Smiski, bibilhan ka niya iyon. Madalas kasi kapag nakakakita siya ng mga cute na bagay, naaalala ka niya. Pipicturan niya tapos ipapadala sa iyo. Magugulat ka na lang binili na pala niya iyon para sa iyo. Si Chenle na parte ng varsity team ng inyong university kaya naman todo bigay kapag nandiyan ka para manood ng laban nila. Kikindatan ka kapag naka-score o kaya ituturo ka ALAM MO IYON, tapos binigay niya yung spare jersey niya sa iyo kapag tapos na ang uaap season YIEEEEEE. 

Park Jisung

Park Jisung as your manliligaw na napaka-mahiyain sa una. Noong una kayong nagkita ang awkward! Sa may ihawan kayo sa labas ng uni niyo napadpad tapos ang tahimik pero naglakas-loob naman siya na kausapin ka. Siya nagbayad sa first date niyo kahit na you insist na hati na lang kayo, tapos hinatid ka niya sa dorm mo o sa sakayan! Simula non, naging routine niyo na na hinahatid ka niya bago siya umuwi, tapos siya palaging may dala ng bag mo para hindi ka mabigatan SHET. Tapos si Jisung na mahilig na katawagan ka tuwing gabi, messenger vidcall man iyan o discord call, basta marinig niya lang boses, tapos mag-uusap kayo tungkol sa walang-kwentang mga bagay. HAYSTT!!

[jillaxkalangg]

ewan ko, parang ngayong i'm older i don't really feel "left out" kapag valentine's day. like okay, i didn't get one and ano po gusto nyo gawin ko hahahaha i'm happy to be alone and by myself. tho i love seeing couples and their flowers kasi hello, super nice and cute kaya mabigyan. gusto ko pa rin talaga bumili ng flowers for myself kaso gusto ko sa dangwa pa bibili hahahaha layo naman gyud anyway good night mga lovers, sana masaya kayo tonight <33

[captainwarhol]

Unutterly Utter Flower

Flowers, apart from its simple beauty are also ideal for conveying thoughts or emotions that read more here are otherwise impossible for words to utter.

Ever tried conveying your feelings or thoughts of a person that can really make an expression on that person? Well the only thing that can make such an impact and leave a deep impression on them is a simple flower, a flower gift to be exact.

Among them many kinds of gifts that can be given to anyone, flowers are considered as the perfect kind of gift on any occasion or event. Flowers, apart from its simple beauty are also ideal for conveying thoughts or emotions that are otherwise impossible for words to utter.

This is the reason why flowers are the most popular choice when it comes to gifts. And this is also the reason why people have come to realize the many possibilities and benefits in making a business of selling different kinds of flowers to people.

In the Philippines, flower shop are commonly seen on any part of the region, especially in a place called the Dangwa Flower Market in Manila, which provides one of the cheapest flowers in the Philippines. Apart from flower shops in the streets and malls, there are also some online flower shops that provide a more convenient way for customers to purchase some flowers, and among the many online flower shops in the Philippines are Flowers Express and its Flowers Philippines.

Flowers Express’ Flowers Philippines is an online flower shop that specializes in providing and delivering the best collection of flowers and gift items. The Flowers Philippines can offer their customers with a wide variety of local and imported flowers such as Roses, Alstroemerias, Carnations, Ecuadorian Roses, Gerberas, Lilies, Orchids, Spring Flowers and Tulips.

Flowers Philippines can also offer some floral arrangements that are arranged by their talented florists such as Anniversaries, Congratulations, Christmas, Get Well, Love & Romance, Sorry, Thank You, Welcome Home and Valentines Special.

But aside from flowers and floral arrangements, Flowers Philippines can also provide with different kinds of small and big gift items such as Chocolates, Fruit Baskets, Gift Baskets, Men's Fragrances, Wines & liquors, Women's Fragrances, and Mass Prayer Cards.

[pinaasang-umasa]

random daldal.

fudge, okayyyyy. so dumaan kami ng dangwa kanina while on our way pa-espanya. and i was thinking na what if dumaan ako dangwa like every other week para ibili sarili ko ng flowers kasi ang cute??????? naisip ko tuloy na ito ba yung i can buy myself flowers ni miley???? EME pero ang cute cute, ang engaging ng kulay ng flowers bigla for me??????

super inlove lang ako sa idea tho i know na nalalanta siya and gastos for some and all pero ang cute lang kasi???? naiiyak ako and kinikilig by just thinking about it. ang cutie lang ng mga just because na flowers!!!!! HELP!!!!!! ik na additional gastos to pero if this is the only way para mainlove ako sa sarili ko, okay lang!!!!! i'll heal my own wants 😭😭😭

[ramonabulaklak]

I like flowers. I like receiving flowers. I like giving flowers. I like painting flowers. I like giving paintings of flowers.

These are things I realized when I was with V since I never really cared whether boyfriends give me flowers or not and never really felt like I wanted to give flowers before I met her.

I remember the first flower she ever gave me. It was a single stalk of sunflower for my 20th birthday. When I saw her waiting for me with that flower in hand, I felt like my heart was going to burst.

In almost 5 years with her, she gave me many bouquets of different kinds of flowers, and every single one of them were handpicked by her from Dangwa. I appreciate her so much for doing that when we were together because I learned just how much I love receiving flowers and how much I feel loved even if it’s just a stalk of whatever as long as it’s pretty.

I like flowers.

I remember the last time I picked out flowers for the bouquet I gave her last year when we officially broke up—I think I gave her lilies. 

I don’t even know if she liked it and what happened to it. It’s a shame if she threw it away but I’m indifferent to V now and I’m just happy with whatever’s going on with her. As expected, we wilted like all the flowers she gave me.

[gellywrites]

The euphoria of freedom during ESSUPHORIA 2024 fueled me to rock and roll!

We have celebrated the 20th charter day of Eastern Samar State University through a free concert by Sponge Cola brought us by Cong. Marcelino "Nonoy" Libanan.

The time I heard that Sponge Cola will be having a free concert in ESSU, I suddenly reminisced my childhood back then everytime my uncles would play their songs including other OPM bands. Until now, those kinds of music keeps on playing back in my mind without knowing the song title. I tend to familiarised their song.

As I scrolled down to the page of ESSU looking at the uploaded dress code of the event, I was doubting if I could attend the concert but my friends made a way for me. They asked permission to my lola and by luck, we made it to the concert.

The moment we got there, we came across the distance viewing the crowd as they fall in line to enter the venue while the downpour was starting. It was really a hassle. We were checked by the Criminology Marshalls before we could totally enter the grandstand. We saw the concessionaires offered inside such as coffee, milk shakes, fries, and crochet flowers as well. We bought my favorite iced matcha coffee for three to sip as we vibed to the music of Sponge Cola. We didn't give a damn about our shoes being stuck in the mud since it rained before the said event.

It was indeed a moment of freedom, joy, bond and a deep relieving sigh without thinking about our academics even just for the short period of time. We really had fun that night especially that I was with my genuine friends. We screamed our heart out everytime Yael Yuzon, the vocalist would start a song such as Tuliro, Pag-ibig, Kay Tagal Kitang Hinintay and so on. We laughed and even cried, jump and stumped our feet as we relate to the songs.

[lycadis-zip]

Roof Manila

📍Pacific Skyloft, Lacson Ave, Sampaloc, Manila

Brunch with my love after buying flowers at Dangwa for our special mommies 💕

[eldlpz]

La vie en rose

I’ve always loved nature, but I never knew that I'd be this addicted to flowers! I never thought that I'd be able to do this, shopping at Dangwa to buy flowers.

I grew up as a girl who wanted to “beat” the stereotypes, I told people that receiving or buying flowers is a waste of money. Deep inside I always wanted one. When I finally gave in, I found out that I was allergic to pollens. It wrecked my heart. I decided to risk it and go to Dangwa this Feb tho.

You only live once! I want to live my dream life. (I also wanted to give my man a bouquet for Valentine's.)

After that, I realized that making bouquets heals my inner child and acts as therapy for me. It is quite pricey, but it's worth it! It became a little tradition to me to give mini bouquets to random people, and seeing them smile warms my heart. Humans can be cute sometimes.

I promise myself that I will continue doing this every month or as much as I can. I really enjoy it, and it helps me to appreciate life more for some reason. In this way, I can see life in pink.

[confoundette]

!!!! also !!!!! bonus points if you get her a flower. sometimes it doesn’t have to be a bouquet. girls will say na they don't really like flowers and it could be true naman but what matters is the intention. the fact that you went out of your way to get her a flower, will make the flowers so much more beautiful. she’ll treasure it so much more than you think. bonus points if you get to know her favorite flowers. and it’s pretty cheap to buy flowers in dangwa. and if not actual flowers, you can pull of the plastic flowers (with a note that says, “my love for you is as everlasting as these flowers” O PAK DIBA) OR you can splurge a little bit more for crocheted flowers. those are super cute and long lasting for sure. she’ll display it in her room. plus points if you get her a stuffed toy too, not all the time. but like one stuffed toy to keep on her bed. PLUS POINTS IF YOU SPRAY YOUR COLOGNE ON THE STUFFED TOY. she will love it, i swear

[bellisimaflowershop]

Sei Bellisima ! #bellisimaflowershop ✨💐 (at Dangwa flower market) https://www.instagram.com/p/CpcwLKgBNiA/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[flowerszone]

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[darlaphotographs-blog]

Dangwa is a flower market place located in Sampaloc, Manila, Philippines. 

It has a LOT of variety of flowers to choose from and they do all sorts of flower decors and arrangements! There’s a lot of cheap flowers but they’re pretty much wilt within a few hours or so (that’s why it gets so cheap). So If you only need flowers for a day, then that’ll do, but remember to be careful with ripoffs because vendors might say it’ll last a week or so, but if you think it will not, don’t buy it. There are plenty of shops to choose from. Oh, and vendors have a way of pricing higher than usual because of one’s appearance. So if you plan on going on a trip to buy some flowers here, make sure to dress simple. =) 

I don’t know the types of flowers I took a photo of.

[gellywrites]

The euphoria of freedom during ESSUPHORIA 2024 fueled me to rock and roll!

We have celebrated the 20th charter day of Eastern Samar State University through a free concert by Sponge Cola brought us by Cong. Marcelino "Nonoy" Libanan.

The time I heard that Sponge Cola will be having a free concert in ESSU, I suddenly reminisced my childhood back then everytime my uncles would play their songs including other OPM bands. Until now, those kinds of music keeps on playing back in my mind without knowing the song title. I tend to familiarised their song.

As I scrolled down to the page of ESSU looking at the uploaded dress code of the event, I was doubting if I could attend the concert but my friends made a way for me. They asked permission to my lola and by luck, we made it to the concert.

The moment we got there, we came across the distance viewing the crowd as they fall in line to enter the venue while the downpour was starting. It was really a hassle. We were checked by the Criminology Marshalls before we could totally enter the grandstand. We saw the concessionaires offered inside such as coffee, milk shakes, fries, and crochet flowers as well. We bought my favorite iced matcha coffee for three to sip as we vibed to the music of Sponge Cola. We didn't give a damn about our shoes being stuck in the mud since it rained before the said event.

It was indeed a moment of freedom, joy, bond and a deep relieving sigh without thinking about our academics even just for the short period of time. We really had fun that night especially that I was with my genuine friends. We screamed our heart out everytime Yael Yuzon, the vocalist would start a song such as Tuliro, Pag-ibig, Kay Tagal Kitang Hinintay and so on. We laughed and even cried, jump and stumped our feet as we relate to the songs.

[jopetkasi]

Early morning walks around my area. but damn, it was humid today. 

Did a 48 hour shift at the warehouse. it was month end and  being last quarter is the busiest, so it is really all hands on deck for us. No more vacations for me, next year na ulet. 

Paid my credit card bills, insurance (i have four lol) and building dues = adulting. 

I had some spare time so I went to Ikea and got myself a new swivel chair, a couple of frames and kitchen implements, again, me trying to be a responsible adult. 

I also went to Dangwa with Anton and Gelo for a meeting with the flower supplier. The wedding is on the 10th and we do not have a wedding coordinator but hey, I promised the sib that I will help him with the wedding preps. So far the two things I promised him na accomplished naman, barong (done) flowers (done) 

Then i was back home. there was some sort of a year-end gig and I frolicked around the area. The vibe was too young, I felt so old and decided to go back to my unit and call it a day...