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 Joy & Keo Dad & Mom Keo & Auntie Manye

Vince, Joy and their boys February 26, 2005, Vallejo CA: I love the Barong Tagalog . The  barong tagalog  (lit. "Tagalog dress"), more commonly known simply as  barong  (and occasionally  baro ), is an embroidered long-sleeved formal shirt for men and a  national dress  of the  Philippines . Barong tagalog combines elements from both the precolonial  native Filipino  and colonial  Spanish  clothing styles. It is traditionally made with sheer textiles ( nipis ) woven from  piña  or  abacá ; although in modern times, cheaper materials like  organza   silk ,  ramie , or  polyester  are also used.  It is a common formal or semi-formal attire in  Filipino culture , and is worn untucked over an  undershirt  with belted trousers and  dress shoes .  Baro't saya  is the feminine equivalent of barong tagalog, with the  Maria Clara gown  being the forma...

Photos of 3023 Overlook during renovation 2005 February 13. Vallejo, CA. There had been mold remediation. The wife and kids were in the Philippines on an extended vacation while the house underwent renovations.