This is Kaidu. He's a six-month old, snarky bi-eyed Siberian Husky who has unwittingly taught us how to save---or not. We got him when he was just 10 weeks old. He cost an arm and both legs so I believe to start with, he put a huge dent on my credit that would in turn … Continue reading How Our Dog Taught Us to Save
22/09/16
Today I woke up feeling apprehensive. I'm a year shy of hitting the big three-O and I feel like the forces are mocking me today; reminding me of those long-forgotten things I jotted in my to-do-list way back yesteryears. Bold and ambitious, I used to dream about globe-trotting, having a job that won't be confined … Continue reading 22/09/16
Barefoot Chronicles; Those That Beckon
It was Pacquiao's much-anticipated fight with Mayweather then so the otherwise busy Manila streets were all ours. Save a few cars here and there, we had the roads to ourselves and had the luxury to cruise at 120mph while intently straining our ears for the blow-by-blow account of the commentator on the supposed fight of … Continue reading Barefoot Chronicles; Those That Beckon
‘BFF-ing’ Him
When my 28-year old jaded self first experienced a snow flurry a few days ago, the first thing I did was to send my husband a text message saying, "It's snowing! (hashtagging; first timer)." Then I spent the next ten seconds being excited and all before getting back to whatever it was I was doing. … Continue reading ‘BFF-ing’ Him
A Love Story: Part III
These last days of summer have afforded me ample time to be idle and dawdle with just about everything I do. I don't have any valid excuse for this sluggishness other than it's part of the big adjustment phase I am currently undergoing. With that said, there shouldn't be a reason why I won't end my … Continue reading A Love Story: Part III
Dear Local Tourist
Another long weekend has passed and you’re probably posting your pictures on Facebook and Instagram about your marvelous trip to Sagada. Those numerous photos you’ve taken using that ridiculous monopod which you’ve waved around town while you clicked at ooh-this and aah-that with your face always somewhere in the picture. You become the envy of … Continue reading Dear Local Tourist
Dear Ex-Boyfriend
There are a few things I can vividly remember during that momentous day when we decided to tie the knot of eternity (you in your quickly-pressed polo and slacks and I in my 60-dirham dress, haha). You said that when you first saw my picture wearing that pink top, you somehow knew I was the … Continue reading Dear Ex-Boyfriend
Barefoot Chronicles: Panabungen, Besao
A two-hour, bumpy ride through verdant mountains brought us from Kin-iway, Besao to Panabungen. Panabungen is a sitio of Brgy. Laylaya which is host to some of the Episcopal Diocese of the Philippines’ livelihood support programs. The Episcopal Church’s foundation has been spearheading programs that benefit residents in chosen areas of various provinces around the … Continue reading Barefoot Chronicles: Panabungen, Besao
Pinay Diaries: Going Dorothy (There’s No Place Like Home)
It’s been a month. After making that fateful decision of starting a new life away from what I’ve grown accustomed to for more than two years (albeit not comfortably as I would have wanted to), I now find myself smelling like a dog, gaining more than a few unnecessary pounds, being a freeloader under Mama’s … Continue reading Pinay Diaries: Going Dorothy (There’s No Place Like Home)
I Will Fix My Broken Pen
Confucius said, "Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life." I chose my current job for this main reason but unfortunately such is not the case. I feel deceived. I realized that when I write just to write, I am happy. But when I write because … Continue reading I Will Fix My Broken Pen
