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Es, thank you and we will miss you. ❤️

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Sharing this blessing with you as you start a new adventure! I would’ve wanted to work more with you - I see why you and Ninay also became good friends. Don’t be a stranger and I hope we cross paths again soon ❤️

Cris

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Terima Kasih (Indonesia), Kyeizu Tin Ba De (Myanmar) ...Esther

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Terima Kasih (Indonesia), Kyeizu Tin Ba De (Myanmar) ...Esther

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Hi Es,

As you begin this new chapter with your family in the UK, I just want to say how truly grateful I am for the time we’ve shared and the memories we’ve built together in PHINMA Ed—especially those early days in Myanmar and Indonesia. You have been with me every step of the way in our journey to bring PHINMA Ed to the international stage, and I honestly cannot imagine how we could have managed without you.

Together we learned, supported each other, and went through the highs and lows—crying, laughing, even getting frustrated at times—but those moments are so precious to me and ones I will never forget.

Your dedication, passion, and unwavering commitment have left an indelible mark on all of us. And beyond the work, your kindness, generosity, and warm spirit made every challenge lighter and every success so much sweeter.

I will always be grateful for all you’ve given, and even more for the friendship and memories we share. Wishing you and your family the very best as you begin this exciting new journey in the UK. May it bring you joy, new opportunities, and fulfillment.....

Attached is our photo from our very first trip to Myanmar in January 2016 — the beginning of our journey together in PHINMA Ed International, and a moment I will always treasure.

Maraming, maraming salamat. Sending you the biggest and tightest hugs...

Ms J

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I feel like we’ve grown up together, despite the fact that we weren’t even working together for a big portion of that time.

You are a big part of what PHINMA Ed has been in my life. And you were one of the brightest ones!

I am in awe of your generosity of spirit. You have shown such grace throughout all the good and bad - at levels i can only hope to have. :D

Thank you for sharing your thoughts, wisdom, and vision with me.

I wish you only more love, more fulfillment, more meaning - from one mom, woman, lost child to another. Labyu! Sobrang mami miss kita!

TJ

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Hey Es! Fabulous days we all had going around universities in the US! Wishing more fabulous days with your family in UK. Godspeed!

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Es! You will be terribly missed. Keep in touch and always remember we are a viber away. Lots of love to you and Maya.

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We will miss you Es. We will miss your companionship, your deep insights, your passion for the work, your business dev exploits- most of all, just the fun and joy that your bring. I hope that you can come back someday! We love you Es!

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One of my unforgettable climbs was with you and Ms. J! We almost gave up because we could not reach the handles of the cliff but we finally made it to the top!!! ...I still don't know how ...lol. But the view on top was really amazing!..taking our time to appreciate the beauty and at the same time still figuring out how to go down...lol. We had so many struggles while setting up Myanmar and Indonesia structure. Trying to understand legal and other regulations but due to your diligent research, we were able to understand it better. We joined PHINMA Ed almost same year so we understand all the struggles and successes and I am glad to experience it with you because you made it easy for every one by preparing the data that we need. I know you need to step back from your career but Maya is a joy and blessing in your life and to everyone. Please stay in touch! Wish you and Maya all the happiness in this world! Love you, Es!

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My favorite stint ko will always be working with you and the rest of the strat team. Im amazed how brilliant you are. I learned a lot and had fun times with you as single and now as mother. I love you. Basta I will miss you. If mag Italy kami ni James sa segment namin baka pwede tayo meet LOL. Ingat kayo ni Maya. Enjoy being a wife and mother.

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I’m sorry we didn’t get the chance to connect before you left, Esther. If life ever brings you back to Asia, I hope you’ll find your way again to PEHI—you’ll always be part of us. Thank you for the warmth and care you gave in nurturing our culture. We wish you joy and meaning in the years ahead. Always "looking together in the same direction."

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From the PHINMA AU community, thank you and we wish you and your family happiness and good health always!

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Wishing you all the best as you begin this exciting new chapter, Esther!

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Wishing you all the best as you begin this exciting new chapter, Esther!

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I’ve been fortunate to work alongside you since 2010, and I’ve always admired your sharp insights, out-of-the-box ideas, and above all, your passion for helping underserved kids. Your creativity and heart have inspired me to think bigger and do better for our students.

Thank you for everything you’ve shared with us over the years. I’m cheering you on as you embark on what’s next, and I’m confident you’ll continue to make a difference wherever you go.

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We don’t have a picture together — maybe our time spent together just wasn’t enough yet. But I’m truly amazed by how brilliant and wonderful you are. You’ve proven that greatness isn’t measured by height. We will surely miss you. See you around! 💛

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Ms. Es!!!

Thank you for everything especially our UPANG and of course, our Myanmar memories! You made a lot of difference not just for PHINMA Ed but for me personally. You made my Myanmar experience less lonely, being far away from home. You became a family when we have none. Thank you and good luck! Love you :-)

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Mami-miss namin kayo ni Maya sa mga gala natin! wala na kaming itutulak para makipagusap lalo na kung kailangan mag english! I will not say goodbye kasi, We will see you there! handa mo kwarto namin! I love you!

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Thank you, Ms. Esther! Although we have not spent much time together, I appreciate your insights during planning and how passionate you are about our mission. This is not goodbye, but see you around. Wishing you success and happiness with your family and your new journey.

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Es, wishing you all the best in this next chapter of your life. Since I was not an avid photo person, I don't have any pictures of you. But the memories will remain of our early years in PHINMA Ed when we both were navigating the challenges facing us then. Via Con Dios!

P.S. Seryoso yung offer kung gustong mag Crim ni Maya. Hindi ko lang alam kung nasa COC pa ako noon pero pwede kong ibilin.

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Ms. Es! What a journey it has been. Since 2009 - the first time I met you was when we were shooting the TV commercial for UI, “Sa UI Wala Imposible.” From that moment, you became one of my inspirations. I’ve always admired you for being tough yet gentle at the same time. Truly, “small but terrible” in the best way. Hehe.

Flashback to 2017, our paths crossed again in PE Myanmar. You were one of my sources of persistence back then, while I was still figuring out my way back into the PEHI “system” this time as an employee. I always look back fondly on our small talks - because you always had a way of helping me dig deeper into my thoughts. Nakakamiss yun, our midnight brainstorming sessions.

Fast forward to Indonesia - my most unforgettable memory is the construction transition. Haha! The lady engineers! Next is the drafting of the foundation regulations, switching back and forth between English and Bahasa with the help of Google Translate. So many stories! So much laughter, and “happy tears”. I will truly miss you at PEHI - will miss you in the strategy meetings, will miss your “busy mind” and the way you always asked what you called your “stupid questions” (which were never stupid at all!). Hehehe.

From the Olpocs - we love you so much and we will forever cherish our memories together. Btw, thank you for lending us Raph and Ate Ruth, who became “Yayo” and “Yaya” for Khael when we were still in Myanmar. I wish you and your family the very best. I’ll be praying for you in this new chapter of your journey, and I can’t wait to hear from you on the other side of the world.

Stay safe and healthy! ❤️

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Hi, Es! I see people sharing pictures with you here. So I went back to my phone pics from our US trip last year, and this is my only picture of you! You walking to Yankee Lobster! I hope it is you, or else this would be terribly embarrassing!

I guess this picture sums up how we were as colleagues. We've rarely sat beside each other in the PHINMA Ed Bus. If memory serves me right, we probably rarely sat in the same section of the Bus! By this, I mean, we rarely found ourselves in the same team, or the same committee.

So in that way, I don't know much about you. What I am sure that I know is that you are one of the right persons for the Bus. I have been witness to this, even though we were seated at different sections! And getting off the Bus at the next stop, it doesn't diminish that. I guess sometimes, life calls us to hop on to the next right bus.

I wonder if all the buses in the UK are bright red and double-deckers like what we see in pictures.

At any rate, enjoy and savor the trip on the new bus with Maya! If ever we cross paths in the UK, perhaps we can have afternoon tea and biscuits, or whatever is appropriate at the time of our bumping to each other in whatever place it might be.

Cheers!

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It was quite an experience having intelligent discussions on strategy and frameworks! The brain of yours is quite amazing as you are to grasp various concepts and translate that to something meaningful for PHINMA Ed! In all my experiences, it is rare to meet someone like you that can think strategically and outside the box. Thank you for letting me experience all the wonderful and intellectually stimulating insights.

Good luck with all your adventures and amazing family life ahead. God speed!

Johnny