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on your football page, I see you have a Brian Bosworth photo. Would you be willing to sell me a 8X10 (or a 11X14) of this particular photo. I found your site by accident and this photo is the best I've found so far. Thanks.
Gary (kgandcats@msn.com)
Great site Tom. keep on shooting.
Jay Fermin, ppp-usa. (Los Angeles)
xpressionsphotography.net
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Hey to all... good going. Am excited for you... it's fun to read the daily log. God bless,
Cary
The site is shot through with that great 'Tommy' energy and has this unusual feel of being "for others". You've always done that well no matter what you are doing or who you are with. It's a remarkable gift and gives great color to your own story.
Cheers mate,
pjcowley
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Plus, it reminded me about how lucky I've been to have worked beside this Tommy Bombon guy, to have shared so many good chats and so many laughs over the years.
pjcowley
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Tommy, Yeats once wrote, "Think where man's glory most begins and ends, and say my glory was I had such friends." I hadn't been on this site for some time... and it has surely grown. I'm truly impressed.
pjcowley
(teb replied in private. *** W.B. Yeats)
Hi saw your Raider pictures great shots... any chance you would sell any of the Bo Jackson shots?
Thanks. osito@raidersfan.net
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'am dulguime too, do you know someone here in Australia. I know which island we came from, so 'musta ka. Do your clan have reunions?
TRY TO KEEP IN TOUCH, bye for now... call unc/tito jd... jaimedulguimeyahoo.com.au
(teb reply: Dear Tito JD, Sorry, but 'am not a Dulguime. A visitor to this site indeed was a Dulguime. Cheers!)
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Hello uncle Tombet,
I have been to your page many times but at looking at your comment page never left you a comment of my own. I really like your page, very educational and inspiring. I love the pictures you take of the city. I love the city. I think you are a very talented photographer. I've always wanted to be able to take pictures like yours...I try but they don't come out as nice, especially since I've been using nothing but my dad's digital camera. when I go to SF state in fall, I think I'm going to take photo classes. Hopefully my schedule won't be too hard so that I would be able to take a class. We'll see I guess. So I think that's it for now. See you for Cat's bday on Sunday. And happy anniversary! ha, ha.
- Jen B.
PS: I LOVE our family!!!
Outstanding.... Your writings on Dimakya Island put my mind at rest for my upcoming trip... beautifully done...
(teb reply: Thanks for your kind words. My experience there is one of my most memorable adventure trip. I am in no way affiliated with the resort, but If the management and staff of Club Paradise Resort is the same - if not more improved - as when I visited, I can assure you that you will be pampered and that you will enjoy your stay. I am envious that you will be going to a place that I yearn to re-visit but will not likely get to do for some time. Enjoy the ambiance, the environment, the food, and the bliss. You will be pampered. And, don't miss the scuba experience, even if you are new to the sport. Say hello to Dirk - my scuba instructor - for me.)
Hi! Tommy,
It was nice knowing you and working with you. Wish you the very best in your new endeavour.
Warm Regards!
Krishnan
New Delhi, India
(teb reply: Hi Krishnan M! -- Same sentiments likewise. I would have not done well with my projects without your - and the rest of the New Delhi team - support and assistance. I hope we get to collaborate again sometime in the future... either at Bechtel or beyond!)
S-saan H-hahantong A-ang B-buhay mo U-ungas
(teb reply: Quite honest translation of a seriously dangerous drug plaguing many lost souls in the Philippines. It is so true -- no one will ever get anywhere doing this shit except six feet under. Stay away from it!)
Tom, your pictures are beautiful! And I am very thankful for the videos of Round Three Fight in action. I have met all band members via internet, and they are awesome! Especially Mike! He's become a great friend, and its a lot of fun to see him performing on stage, especially since I live so far away and it will be awhile before I get to see them in person. Anyways, GREAT site... I'll be coming back from time to time checking for updates!
-Heidi V (Hvanden5@hotmail.com)
(teb replied in private. But, thanks for enjoying RTF's videos and my site!!! Keep the faith in RTF and do visit the site for more.)
and you call yourself a photographer?
(teb reply: and are we a bit jealous by George? Well, yes I am! Anyone could be a photographer. Just start shooting. Then, review your work 30 years later. Note: successful people started out as wannabees!)
Hi Kuya Tombet & Catherine,
Rodney, Evyn J., and I extend our sincerest congratulations to both of you on your beautiful baby girl, Sophie Gabriela. We were so surprised and happy, of course, that there is finally baby girl Bombon in the family - way to go! Sorry for the delay in responding to your message; we are busy with work, activities, and not to mention, Evyn Joseph. We celebrated his 2-year birthday on May 31 and he is hyper, energetic, and spoiled-rotten. He cannot wait to play with cousin Sophie, someday. Everybody is doing well here in Atlanta, Georgia. Well, give our love & regards to all the cousins there, especially the boys!
Hope to see y'all again, soon - maybe in October of 2005 when Angel will marry Warren in New Jersey (we'll see you there)!
Take care & congrats,
Rodney, Evelyn, and Evyn Joseph Barron
Hi kuya Tommy. Can you help me find the data on market demand of ground bagoong in the Philippines? I only need the secondary data for our feasibility project. Thanks! Angerica Lazatin email address: yakuanchzmalagu@yahoo.com
(r u 4 real? LOL! teb replied in private)
Hi kuya Tommy. I just opened your website and was surprised to find out I have a new niece. Congratulations. Hope your daughter meets her cousins here. Regards to all.
Melwyn
(teb reply: Hey Melwyn... I need your new email address bud. the old SMC address does not work!)
Congrats! She is beautiful. Take care.
(teb reply: Many Thanks whomever you are since I did not get your email address. God bless!)
Tom, nice site. Kudos on your pics and your insight to important things. I am another 55'er with an interest in PI and books. It was a pleasure to spend 2 hours in your realm tonight.
Steve
swinch523@yahoo.com
(teb reply: Wow, I am honored for your time visiting my website. Thank you so much Steve.)
Nice pictures, dude!!
VHT
Cannot wait till I can create and display my web site one day!!
(teb reply: Hai! Arigato gozaimas sempai!)
Hi Mr. TOMBOMBON!!! We had a great time (w/ my wife) viewing the beautiful site of the Philippine Islands esp. Boracay, where it belongs to Aklan.
This is a great job that every Pilipino will enjoy!!!! Please keep up the good work!!!!
Regards,
Willie and Rona
Atty. Lederer Law Firm
... pls. respond!
willierona@yahoo.com
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to my favorite buddy:
"many people will walk in and out of your life, but only true friends will leave footprints in your heart."
'hope this wonderful message is true between us.
take care and love u always,
from your favorite buddy
(teb reply: Is this really from my real favorite buddy?)
Nice website!!
Jane Paula S.
(teb reply: Thanks sweetie!)
Beautiful images... they bring me back to many wonderful and soul touching times that I have traveled to the Philippines. I am married to a wonderful lady from Cebu.
What touches my heart the most are the faces of children from there, though poor by "our" standards the smiles are so real, the family so close... they are much "richer" than we.
Don Yockey
Wamego, Kansas USA
don_yockey@wr.com
(teb reply: Don, Many thanks for your comments. We both have some special experiences that others are still trying to figure out. Our observations from our Philippines trips are treasures that makes us rich as well - even if just from within. Oh, like you, I am now happily married to a wonderful Filipina. Extra bonus ain't it?)
Tito, The new additions are very nice. I wish to travel like you in the near future. We are doing well in Chicago with Tita Bebeth and my siblings. Again, I'm the eldest grandson of the late Salvador Bombon. I just turned 28, December '02. I grew up in Bicol until the age of 9, then moved to the States w/ my immediate family. Pls. keep in touch as I am interested in meeting some of you all that I have never met before. I used to spend time with my Lolas and Lolos in San Vicente at Lola Min's house. My email address is jayson.bombon@rcn.net Thanks and God Bless! **Jayson Bombon
great wed site?
(teb reply: Was there some pun intended? LOL!)
Hi,
I enjoyed browsing your website, a lot of improvement and additions since the last time.
Regards,
Tita Precy
I tried your Bicol Express Recipe and it was far too salty! Too much "bagoong" according to my friends who are in the know.
joe_genduso@yahoo.com
(teb reply: Hey Joe! I am sorry the recipe did not turn out good the first time you tried. Trust me, nothing ever usually go well the first time (wink!). I did suggest to experiment. My reason: in my last visit to a local Asian food market, I was confronted with choosing from at least 20 + brands of bagoong (with various level of saltiness and taste and brine). Bagoong recipes varies. Also, I presume you are using the B. E. dish as a condiment and not a main dish right? It is supposed to be salty and spicy. So, use sparingly.
hi!
I think u should haven´t made 2 much of flash thing...if u know what i mean. It will take 2 long 4 the others visitors 2 visit ur site sorry! If u can put more pixs inside of Buhi (not outside) it will b more than great!... he he he he! but really Great site!... I love it!
Terador@europa.dk
(teb reply: Hi Terador, Your candid comments are much appreciated. I don't use (MacroMedia) Flash because I am cognizant that some visitors access the site with slower bandwidth than what is preferred. Thus, I stay away from it and use other tricks. I do use animated Gifs, some Javascripts, and standard video format such as wmv. Most photo files are Jpg format to reduce file sizes. My Information page provides the ideal configurations. However, I am trying to be sensitive to web surfers who currently have "older transport" options.)
Tommy,
Hi my name's Jill and I'm Toronto Canada. I was doing a search about my home province which is Kalibo, Aklan, Philippines. I think your Web page is awesome! I was also there this January for a vacation. How did you like your stay? Lot's of fun huh?
Anyway here's my e-mail add if you want to reply:
lasernaj@symbol.com
thanks! =)
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Hi Kuya Tombet,
Impressive! Your adventures have inspired the Ansel Adams wannabe in me...
Cheers! Eunice
(teb reply: Hi 'cuz! Thank you cuz. Inspiring someone is a personal satisfaction goal of mine. Ansel Adams is one of my favorite photo artist.)
Tom,
good job!!! Mabuhay.
tommyreyes@mail.com
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I accidentally came across your website because of a requirement I have to fulfill for my work. This is, without a doubt, a great website. From transitions to content, from narrations to photographs... you made me fall deeper in love with the Philippines! Thank you, Atomic (if I may)!
Carmie Dulguime
(teb reply: Carmie, many thanks for your visit and for your very kind comments. Yes, Atomic is cool. LOL!)
Very impressive...a family pride! Hello, there! I am one of your relatives that ended up in Chicago--- grandson of the late Salvador Bombon. I must say this page is "tight!" It is so nostalgic---it's been a while since i've been back. Please feel free to reply back at jkat74@hotmail.com.
Dios Mabalos at Mabuhay!!!
Tommy Nice website!!! Very impressive... Thanks for showing us all the nice views especially those pictures taking from Lake Buhi resort. Its wonderful!!!!! Keep up your good work!!!
Mylene-danielyn90@hotmail.com
HI KUYA TOM,
THIS IS PETER FROM MIKE HARVEY HONDA. I JUST FINISH LOOKING THRU YOUR MAGNIFICENT WEBSITE. I HAVE TO ADMIT, IT IS VERY IMPRESSIVE. I TOLD MY FRIEND TO CHECK OUT YOUR WEBSITE BECAUSE I THINK OUR ITINERARY FOR NEXT WEEK WILL BE MODIFIED A LITTLE BIT. THANKS FOR SHARING THIS WONDERFUL SITE AND I FEEL LIKE I WANT LEAVE NOW. YOU HAVE AN EYE FOR THE CAMERA AND EVERY SINGLE SHOT THAT YOU HAVE IS JUST FULL OF CHARACTER. NO DOUBT THAT PHILIPPINE IS THE PLACE TO BE.
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Hi,
My name is Wale. I came to your home to do an installation for your attbi broadband cable.
It was a lot of fun talking with you. Today (Monday) is my day off from work, so this is about the only time I get to attend to my personal stuff.
You promised to send me the large version of the picture you have on the background of the desktop of your laptop. If it wont be too much trouble, please e-mail it to: wsoyinka@hotmail.com. If it is an extremely large file you could mail it to ruskas@yahoo.com.
I hope it is okay to share the URL of your website and some of the pictures therein with my family. Maybe it will inspire some of them to want to visit our home land (Africa) too.
Take care and have a good week ahead.
Regards,
Wale Soyinka
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(1/29/2002 6:47PM PST)
Hi Tommy,
I came across your website whilst surfing through the buhi.com site - reading people's comments from the guestbook. Just wanted to say your photos are cool! Especially the ones taken from Buhi. My parents come from Buhi, I have been to Lake Buhi Resort whilst it was still being built a few years ago (the owner is actually an uncle of mine...)
I have been living here in Australia for about 25 years now, migrated in 1977... I'm planning a trip back to the Philippines at the end of the year and hopefully be able to visit my relatives in Buhi, Bicol.
Thank you for showing us these wonderful photos taken from your trips... of the Philippines especially.
Keep up the great work!
Rhodora A. Ocampo
Graphic Designer
Australia
rhodora@capital.com.au
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Tom NICE!!!!! Website especially the one you took from Lake Buhi Resorts. Thanks for exploring it. Congratulations and keep up the good work...
Best regards,
Mylene
nice... very nice... kaya lang medyo bitin... sana sa susunod... madaming features na.... keep it up!
from,
mslonely242001@yahoo.com
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Tommy, Wishing you and yours a Happy Holidays!
Bobbie
PS - wow! I need to connect more often, Mike sure has grown and now on stage. That's GREAT!!!
We got your e-mail today and have seen all the beautiful sceneries that you have shots while on vacation in the Philippines. Watching these places makes us proud to be a Filipino and to be a part of this country which is called the "Pearl of the Orient." Your write-ups are all well-done and very touchy especially mentioning your departed Dad.
Thank you again and advance Yuletide Season greetings to everybody especially to Mikey, Russell and Zachary...
Tio ADDIE & Tia BEBANG
Great pictures Tommy. Thank you for sharing your experiences and the beautiful colorful pictures. Looking at the pictures made me feel homesick. I will look into the resorts you mentioned for my future vacation plans.
Hildegarde M.
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I love the site! Very cool! thanks for sharing this with me!
Marcy
(teb replied in person)
Hi Tom,
Sorry it took so long to submit my comments. I've visited this site several times already and I really like it. Thanks also for the tribute to Dad! Hopefully you're also working on a tribute for Mom.
Keep up the great work on your site! Michelle will be working on mine soon, as soon as we agree on her 'price' ;-)
Thanks for sharing your talents!
Hi Uncle Tombet,
I looked at your web site and it looks pretty cool. When I went to the Philippines, it was a different place to me. Then when I saw my aunts, uncles, and cousins -- I felt more comfortable. Well... I got to go so bye...
XOXO from,
Stephanie
Hey Uncle Tombet...
Nice site... I've never been to the Philippines but now I wanna go... heh...
I'll talk to you later...
bye!
Your favorite nephew, Matthew
Hola. I felt like signing the guestbook again. ^-^ Anyways, I like your site. It has a feeling that the sites I go to and that I make don't have. I just need to remember that the guestbook entries are in chronological order. o_O Where did you register your domain? Ok, I think that's it. Byebyebyers.
X.O.X.O.,
Michelle
Loved your site. Great pics. Will link your Bohol page to ours if you don't mind...
Joey
tabacofamily.com
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Tom.
This is Mark Costa. Love you Web site. You are going to have to show me how you did this fine work!!
Hi dad! its Russ! Happy 64th birthday!
(teb reply: Russ... I'm 46 son. I love you anyway ; )
you're Russ' dad huh?
(teb reply: why yes indeed!)
Hi Ninong Tombet,
Nice pics. Check out the ones on my site! ~.^
Michelle
Daly City, CA USA
A great web-site. Why no file on the three boys Michael, Russell and Zach? Also no updated news on yourself...
Homi S Commissariat
Pune,
Maharashtra, India
Enjoyed very much the photos from the Philippines, with them you told thousands of untold stories of our homeland. I was very touch by your tribute to your beloved Father. Thank you for sharing them.
Lilia Gates (Steve's mom)
Your shots justified Mayon's beauty. Thanks for making us a part of your page. We are glad you were there with us during our most special day. Hope to see you soon!
Girlie Alamag
... The website you have is quite impressive, it's not the usual picture people will remember, let alone put them on the website. The view you have of Bohol is disarming for me since you take the time out to feel and see what a countryside (is) and how the people still go on with their lives here. Yes, we're quite simple people with not a complicated lifestyle, we have our simple pleasures and wholesome fun.
Thanks for seeing this side of us. I haven't seen yet your pictures in the others tours you had, downloading system in Bohol takes a long time... but I'm sure gonna visit your site again.
I told the old woman (the one who weaves the nipa that she has a picture on the net... she smiles but I know she couldn't fully understand it yet, not until I gave her a printout of the picture you have of her. I promised to give her one. She gets a lot of pictures from tourists, you know, but she has yet to receive one from them.
Friend and Guide,
Nerissa
Tommy,
As you know, Steve and I are big fans of your website. Congratulations on your marriage. We wish you much happiness and joy.
Love,
Steve and Michelle
My boys enjoyed the PI photos. Especially the Mayon volcano. They think it's so cool. Can't wait for your videos to come out.
Dina Bigler
Tommy,
Thanks for sharing your great home page with excellent contents. Can you do one for me? Call me when you get an opportunity.
Regards,
Khoi Luu
Information Systems & Technology,
Bechtel Corporation
Houston,
Texas
Hey Sweetie,
I love the picture of you and the 3 boys. I hadn't seen Zach, what a cutie! Would love to see you sometime. Hope all is well. Did your friend from the Philippines arrive - whassup with her?
Love ya,
Darrow
p.s. I was just looking for an old client email when I saw your email introducing tombombon.com, so I had to come and take a look - the site looks awesome. I just took a perl class, so I'm hoping to add massive databases/e-commerce to citysites.com ASAP.
citysites.com
Tommy,
I am absolutely impressed! Thanks for sharing. I enjoyed the pictures and your write-ups. By the way, the flower is called "calachuchi".
Regards,
Dolly
Tommy,
Wow!!! I didn't know you are that good, I mean your articles and photos of the Philippines. Your article about your dad is very touching...
I also liked the pictures of the flowers, volcano and those old ladies...
p.s. I like your short hair too. Did you just cut it before you went home?
Philia
Fong-Ng
TRINOVA
trinova.com
Tommy,
Thank you for sharing this beautiful experience of yours, very nostalgic. It is a professional job and a big improvement from your previous website. I am looking forward to see more of it (i.e., your additions and improvements). Did your boys come with you? If not, you should take them before it is too late. Good luck in your endeavor as a photographer.
Tita Precy
Great website with breathtaking photos of the Philippines! Makes me want to go back again soon. Looking forward to seeing more in the future.
Take care,
Glenda
Foote, Cone & Belding -
NYC
I'm envious. Great job ... you scoundrel.
: ) pjcowley
Thomas -
just admiring the photos of the pi. beautiful, to say the least. can't hardly wait to return back myself. doing just that this September. looking to you providing recommendations to some of the more breathtaking locations I should seek out.
- Joe M.
Snazzy web site! A little slow on the download, but maybe that's because I'm accessing it long distance.
Jay Reinhardt
Korea High Speed Rail Project
Good show 'ol boy!
AJ
Howdy? Please update me if you add any pictures. Cool web page.
Mel
San Miguel Corporation
Quezon City, Philippines
Tommy,
Marilyn and I loved your site. We think you've done a great job, particularly with the super photos of the P.I.
Best Regards,
Steve & Marilyn
DigitalThink, Inc. -- Smart Companies Get It
digitalthink.com