Ella Oco
Has been in litigation and trial work for a number of years but has always wanted to be a writer. Continues to believe in battling Philippine corruption and cronyism, and continues to sneak in writing at least one book in her lifetime. Has developed a green thumb, so a book should be another likelihood. Was introduced to mountain-climbing, ultimate frisbee, commuter-biking, surfing, and tennis after an ACL courtesy of a momentary fascination with aikido. Adores, and continues to be amazed more each day by, her two girls. Recently rediscovered solo traveling along with the realization that ruin only leads to wonderful waves of transformation in our lives.
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Education/Experience
Graduate Studies at University of the Philippines, Diliman, Philippines; Bachelor of Laws at the University of San Carlos, Cebu City, Philippines; 15 years in litigation and trial workInterests
ethics in government, anti-corruption, prosecution of criminal offenses, sports and adventure for moms, biking, gardening, nature, movies, travel, traveling solo, backpackingMotto
You cannot just stare at a mountain, you have to climb it, live it, love it, and then do it again.
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Celebrating Decades in Singapore and MalaysiaA visit to a city state and a country that have completely transformed themselves in recent decades was just what I needed as I cheered turning into decades knowing that I myself have undergone waves of transformation. -
General Santos City, the GEM of Mindanao, PhilippinesThese are memories from my treasure chest and a narration of how General Santos City transformed over the years while somehow remaining as how I remember it from childhood. -
Baguio: Endangered BeautyThis is my take on what the environment pays for failing to consider environmental sustainability alongside technology. -
Vietnam and Cambodia - a Tale of Soft AllureIn the eyes and other senses of a solo traveler in Vietnam and Cambodia while relishing the marvelous opportunity to discover and understand more deeply other cultures, their FOOD, and their COFFEE. -
Barefoot and BorderlessSometimes true beauty is better left unexplored if only to protect it from misuse, abuse, and irresponsibility. -
Bangkok in Heels and on Two WheelsSqueezing in the sights and sounds of a vibrant city into a hectic conference schedule, and deciding to extend to go out into the streets and seeing Bangkok while boat-riding and mountain-biking. -
Saving the EnvironmentSaving the environment begins with a singular effort, a personal resolve, and the belief that it is a solemn duty as well as a privilege. -
When Bored to ExtinctionFeeling so bored you're almost extinct? Have faith and read on. -
The Philippines' Katrina ExperienceThe Ketsana episode in the Philippines became a spectacle because the solutions presented were addressed to an immediate problem, rather than to problems integral to Philippine governance. -
My Maiden Duathlon at Clark, PampangaMarriage and two childbirths later, I was mountain-climbing, commuter-biking, running, playing Ultimate Frisbee, and now doing a Duathlon! -
Hong Kong & Macau in Five DaysThe thrills and challenges of traveling are both exciting and challenging, and the memories are worth the long immigration queues and queer toilets. -
Growing Up with Muslims in the Southern PhilippinesJolo, Sulu in Southern Philippines was a place where Muslims and Christians lived and laughed together without any distinction. Until deposed Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos insisted that Muslims were a threat to national security and bombed Jolo.