Moira Garcia Gallaga (moiragallaga)

Recently resigned civil servant from the Philippine Foreign Service due to health reasons. Specializes in Protocol and served 3 Philippine Presidents as Presidential Protocol Officer. Had the opportunity to travel extensively as part of her work and the privilege of discovering and exploring new places, cultures and peoples. Also assigned along with her diplomat husband and son in Philippine Consulate General in Los Angeles and Philippine Embassy in Washington D.C. for 3 years and 3 and a half years, respectively.

She enjoys reading books, trying out new cuisines, travel, fashion, scuba diving (certified PADI Rescue diver), football (soccer), and the beach, among other things.

She is opinionated, headstrong, adventurous and uncompromising.

You can also find me at:

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In the Spotlight

Foreign Service – A Child’s View

I always wondered how children of diplomats thought of the lives they lived, constantly moving and uprooted from one country to another. This is a fictional account of how I imagine it could be. Also, this is my first attempt at a short story

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The Same Moments, The Same Days

This poem is dedicated to all those I've had the honor and privilege to work with during my 16 years in government service.

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I Blaze My Own Trail

Create your own path to walk along and trust yourself each step of the way. Have faith in yourself and take good care of yourself because you deserve nothing less.

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Filipinos in Harm's Way in Syria

Violence is escalating in Syria and concern over the safety of more than 17,000 Filipinos in the country is leading the Department of Foreign Affairs in the Philippines to take action to repatriate them. Complications have arisen because many Continue »

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What Really is Renewable Energy?

With the advent of global warming, we all have to find a way to make things better for our poor suffering planet. The best way that this can be done is by using renewable energy that does not harm the atmosphere, but rather gives back to nature!

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We All Bleed RED: Time to Get Rid of the Fil-What Nonsense

During a conversation between my husband and I about the latest developments regarding the Azkals, he brought up an issue that went on for a bit a few months back regarding Continue »

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  Extreme Sports

  Scuba 102: Scuba Equipment You Need to Have

  6 years ago

  Scuba diving is rapidly gaining and popularity. This water activity requires special equipment in order to conduct it safely and to maximize the enjoyment of the experience of exploring the underwater world.

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  Football (Soccer)

  It's More Fun in the Philippines: Boosting Philippine Tourism Through Soccer

  15 months ago

  A significant number of Filipinos plays soccer, but the sport doesn't have a large profile in the country. There are provincial hotbeds for the sport but its national profile hasn't been as huge as basketball. That is until the Philippine Azkals (moniker of the Philippine National Football Team for...

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  World Cuisines

  Formaggio Italiano: How the Boot Does Cheese

  7 years ago

  Italy boasts more than 450 cheeses. Many of these are made by traditional methods in their regions of origin. From Asiago to Pecorino Romano, Italian cheeses are among the world's most favorite and are enjoyed in Italy and abroad.

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  Football (Soccer)

  Soccer 101

  15 months ago

  Basic information about the world's most popular sport, football, and its most prestigious tournament, the World Cup.

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  Sustainable Living

  Saving Energy for Kids - Teach Your Child the Importance of Saving Energy

  15 months ago

  It is our duty to teach our child good values as they are growing up. All our efforts will be wasted if we do not teach our children basic values that will help them become productive members of society.

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  Visiting South America

  Iguazu Falls: UNESCO World Heritage Site

  2 years ago

  In Brazil, near Rio de Janeiro, and between the boundaries of Argentina and Brazil, there are waterfalls known as Iguazu Falls, which are unlike any waterfalls in the world.

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  soapboxie.com

  Freedom of Information Act in the Philippines

  7 months ago

  Many people are quite confused about President PNoy's intentions as he seems to be sending mixed signals regarding Freedom of Information Act.

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  Road Trips

  How to Stay Awake During Road Trips

  2 years ago

  Road trips are a lot of fun, but they can also make a driver drowsy. Here are some easy tips to stay alert while on a road trip.

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  Women's Body Image

  Be Happy With Your Body

  15 months ago

  We live in a world where the look of our bodies is of great importance. I do not mean to say it isn’t, but sometimes we deal with problems which cannot be fixed immediately.

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  Travel Tips & Preparation

  Don’t Let the Lack of Money Rob You of the Dream to Travel

  2 years ago

  For many people traveling is freedom. For others, it is also the dream of their lives.