EGM Celebrates 10 Years of Camaraderie

E Grupo Mo, or more popularly known as EGM, celebrated last week its 10th anniversary.  It turned out to be one huge success, as members from everywhere came in droves. Some of those who arrived were from outside Metro Manila, and of course some took time and effort to come from Capul (e.g. Vice Mayor Rene Pasco, Kgd. Marlon Mente and Mr. Elmer Gaco).



The EGM was formed by a group of Abaknons cored by a close barkada. It has evolved thru the years into a bond that unites the members both in times of extreme challenges and wild fun. This year's celebration comes in the form of thanksgiving for the safe passage and quick recovery from the pain that covered Marikina a few months back. 


To the organizers of EGM, congratulations for the blockbuster party.

After 10 years of friendship, now comes the challenge:  Is it not about time that  EGM becomes  a formal organization that could engage in worthwhile projects for our kababayans? If the show of strength during the anniversary is used as gauge, the group surely is a force to reckon with. Food for thought ...

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Photos from Nerissa Bayabay and Aldous Canapi.

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