For someone whose line of work revolves around social media, I find it strange how people suddenly give up the power of connection in exchange for solitude. No man is an island, right? I often […]
Tuburan Escapade: Fulfillment of a Promise
Like many other parents, mine aren’t perfect. They argue, talk bullshit about each other, come up with poor decisions, and fight over the silliest thing. Like many other children, I once wished that I was […]
Lumba’g Pangita: Heritage Race to Understanding Oneself more
Can you name the Basque sailor who found the image of the Sto. Nino? How about the President of the Philippines during the time when Governor Sotero Cabahug was requesting for funds to build the […]
Maybe your Heart needs a Rerouting
Breathe in. It’s the middle of the week, and here you are, trying to finish everything that must be done before the deadline. Breathe out. There you are again, caught in things you cannot fast-forward […]
Mt. Manunggal and Mt. Mauyog: Traversing Down Memory Lane
Working for over six years in the same institution made me realize one thing: people come and go. As much as you wanted to keep the dear ones, you have to accept the fact that […]
Show me Your Darkness
Colors tell a lot about people. The theme of the clothes you wear can actually project how would you be feeling in general for the whole day – say earth color combination tells a bright […]
This is How we Never Met
Author’s Note: This is not travel related. You can skip this post. On the days when I thought being anti-social was the right track, you came into the picture and gave me a different perspective […]
But a Memory…
Our eyes met and for the first time, smiling back at you became natural. It’s as if nothing happened between us. Or was there? It felt funny looking back at those silly moments now. No […]
Untangling Worries, Sewing the Dreams
Adulting can be challenging, shifting from carefree days to new responsibilities. It sneaks up on us, urging a departure from familiar routines. Recently, my friend Pierre asked, “What would you be if you hadn’t chosen […]
The Parable of the Apple Seeds
I’m so in love with apples that I ended up planting its seeds when I was young. I did all means taught by my teacher in order for it to grow fast and bear fruits. […]
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