In 2019, I visited Iloilo-Guimaras and later went to Iloilo-Bacolod the same year. Looking back on these trips five years later, I noticed a change in how I approach travel. Before, I used to pack my days with activities, always rushing from one place to another. If you've followed my adventures since 2019, you'd see … Continue reading Unwinding in Iloilo and Bacolod.
As someone who works from home, there are times that I desire to work in a different place. Since the pandemic, there are already lots of coffee shop that popped in Taytay. For me, a good coffee shop must have quality and consistent coffee, perfect ambiance, and great customer service experience. Most importantly work-friendly. Here … Continue reading Best Coffee Shops in Taytay, Rizal 2023
My first international trip was in Taiwan. Since then, I was so excited to go out of the country whenever I can. I have been wanting to visit Singapore ever since someone asked me if I have been there because everyone has a story in Singapore. I wasn't offended when that person asked me but … Continue reading Singapore Adventures: 5 Days and 4 Nights Itinerary
Manila International Book Fair has been one of the most important events for me as a bookworm. We always look forward for September because of this event. It is a celebration of books, and everyone's love for reading. There is always something to look forward during MIBF season. Last year, we did not have much … Continue reading Manila International Book Fair 2023
(This is just a short and quick post about my Meet and Greet last July. For documentation purposes.) This is a super late post about my book signing for the Grand Pinoy Lit Fan Con last July 1, 2023, in NBS College, Quezon City. It is my first book signing for Paghilom which is now … Continue reading Meet and Greet Kim Derla, Author of Paghilom Book
I have been in a reading slump for the previous months. What kept me busy was the Korean drama series that I have been watching. But after purchasing books during Manila International Book Fair 2023, I decided to pick up a book and dedicated time to reading it. The first book that I have decided … Continue reading Some Days You Can’t Save Them All Book Review
I am thankful to be writing a post about 2022 with no worries and heavy heart. I am thankful because I am still here: present and surviving. There's one strong skill that I've learned this year, and that is to be adaptable. This year has taught me to be more adaptable to change. It has … Continue reading 2022: A roller coaster ride
Sa dami ng nangyari, nahihirapan akong magsulat ng isang katanggap-tanggap na blog post tungkol sa mga araw na nagdaaan. Sobrang hirap ng pinagdaanan ko talaga para matapos 'tong MA ko. 2016 ang student number ko, pero 2017 talaga ng second semester ako nagsimula. Natapos ko, sa wakas, ang mahabang paglalakbay patungo sa MA matapos ang … Continue reading Finally, an MA degree.
The theme for this week is "When the time is right, the Lord will make it happen." Despite the ups and downs of unemployment, I was able to manage several writing gigs and to work on some personal projects. I was able to speak to a group of youth ministers. I was able to talk … Continue reading When the time is right, the Lord will make it happen.
This is my third post for this month! Yey! Usually, it takes me months to post a blog. I am grateful with the gift of time. Life update! I am currently (technically) unemployed because I focused on freelancing. I now have the luxury of time to do the things I really love. This includes writing. … Continue reading You need to rest, really.
