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The Familiar Sip: Of Coffee and Stories
Often I wonder what keeps my friends coming back to coffee shops, especially Starbucks. Whenever I step into one of those quaint and cozy places, I instantly feel intimidated. Poor me. My system is not used to the classy and elite vibe they radiate. As much as I love quiet corners to sip coffee, I Continue reading
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Through melody and memory
Sitting on a couch with Engelbert Humperdinck’s music playing on the radio has, for a while now, transported me back to those good old days of childhood. Music of that genre, the so-called oldies but goodies, was my Papa’s favorite. I used to hear them every Sunday, and I too grew fond of them. Music Continue reading
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The House That Waits
For a moment, I found myself thinking of a morning long gone, when my siblings and I gathered around the breakfast table, laughter echoing through the walls, while Mama stood quietly in one corner, watching us with a wistful gaze. In that stillness, she harbored a strange wish: that her children might remain forever young. Continue reading
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Funny Boy
Stretching his body, Danny, a 43-year-old down-and-out man, slipped his feet into his slippers and stepped out of his barracks, located just behind his master’s abode. The sun was already up, and his day had officially begun. He was a little late for breakfast. All members of his master’s family had already eaten, and scavenging Continue reading
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This Little Part Is Called Happiness
Home is where one starts from. – T.S. Eliot Exactly a year ago, my wife and I finally moved into our own house. It was a quiet dream, a place where we could rest after a long day of work. We never wished for anything grand. We simply wanted a small and cozy space that Continue reading
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Rebirth
Counting back the months, I realize that the moment I left this page made me feel distant from the talent I once believed was my strongest suit—writing. Today, I’m beginning to re-establish my once-mighty self, hoping to revive the vigor and excitement of sharing my thoughts in this world called the blogosphere. As I savor Continue reading
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Where we once stood
Last night, I was back at Catanduanes State Colleges Laboratory High School, Panganiban Campus. The sweet scent of narra trees, arrayed in front of every classroom, greeted me like a memory made real. It was a peaceful evening, with winds blowing at regular intervals—making the night feel even more nostalgic. It has been ten years Continue reading
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The Weight of Twenty-Seven
Time flies with incredible speed. I was saddened by the realization that I’m not getting any younger. Yesterday, I turned 27, and honestly, I feel anxious about reaching this age. It’s as if I’m knocking on the door of adulthood, where boldness and sensibility are required. Thinking about it makes me feel scared and pressured. Continue reading
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Between Gridlock and Green Fields
Stuck in traffic on the chaotic streets of Manila, I began to utter words of disgust at what felt like an eternity for what was supposed to be a short visit to a friend who had chosen to stay and make a living in the metropolis. Wondering, I opened the bus curtain and gazed Continue reading
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A life that leaves a mark... 