December 19, 1941
After the bombing of Iloilo yesterday we thought it best to evacuate to the farm in Barotac. Most of our furniture was already there. After… Read More »December 19, 1941
Susie Gurrea
Thursday, April 16, 1942
Coné came early in the morning, and while he was with us Dr. Bernas arrived very excited and agitated saying that the Japanese were in… Read More »Thursday, April 16, 1942
June 10, 1942
This morning I received a letter from Josephine Porras (by messenger). They have returned to the city (Iloilo) and are all right. Margarita Lopez and… Read More »June 10, 1942
June 16-July 27, 1942
(Note: In the book this is under the heading June 16, 1942 but here it is dated July 27, 1942 as the entry describes a… Read More »June 16-July 27, 1942
October 25, 1942
Today is Sunday and we are very quiet. Since Pototan has been taken, we no longer hear gunfire or the booming of trench mortars. Two… Read More »October 25, 1942
April 7, 1943
I have been resting in bed for several weeks to regain some of my lost weight. I have gained eight pounds and am feeling fine.… Read More »April 7, 1943
July 5, 1944
Yesterday Susie spent the day with us. We had a good spread of chicken and pork adobo chop suey, ham (homemade), rice and pickles. For… Read More »July 5, 1944
July 29, 1944
I am thinking of sending our most valuable things to San Jose College for safekeeping. Many civilians are living there now. Susie Gurrea is one… Read More »July 29, 1944
October 5, 1944
The sirens no longer warn us of approaching planes. Everyone must be on the alert and take precaution. We can usually tell by the sound… Read More »October 5, 1944