In the olden times, Filipinos practiced a caste system that classified society members as Datus (ruling class), Maharlikas (nobles) or Alipins (slaves). The common folk were known as Timawas.

Timawas were either born into their caste or former "alipins" who released from the bonds of slavery. Hence, the term "tinimawa" is literally, "to become free".

Friday, January 1

Happy New Year!

Here's to 2010 ... to a more prosperous year ahead!

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