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
The last time I had a long vacation was in La Union. It was in December 2021. After that, I didn't have enough time to go out of town again. This year started with a lot of deadlines for work, graduate school, personal life, and other hustles. No complaints. It was a 'happy pagod.' I … Continue reading A weekend in Bohol
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.
Paghilom is my first solo self-published book. It was launched last year in June. Now, it's published by Lifebooks, and (hopefully) it's reached the right audience because it's only 100php (cheaper than the original price. To be honest, finishing a manuscript is very challenging. But, I know my reasons. Whenever I feel tired, I always … Continue reading Paghilom Book Signing in Patsy’s
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.
What do you do when you wait? I've observed some people in the bank while waiting for my turn. Some people, while they're waiting for their turn, they check on their phones. Some people talk to the person next to them. Some people just simply look at the counter and the teller as if, they're … Continue reading God is working in your waiting.
Silence does not make you less person. It makes you stronger, and better. According to Lao Tzu, it is a source of great strength. I used to think that silence is boring, that silence is actually a waste of time. As a youth leader, I am used to joining lots of gatherings. Our weekends were … Continue reading Silence makes you stronger.
You are your own hero. Nobody can fully save you except for yourself. Christian-ly speaking, God has already saved us. So, this time, it's really our responsibility to take care of ourselves. You may have a lot of good friends, but at the end of the day, you decide what to do in life. Yes, … Continue reading You are your own hero.
If you need a place for good coffee and stunning view away from the city, you should visit Coffee Rush in Binangonan. It is situated on top of a hill in Rizal. You should visit this coffee shop in Rizal if you're craving for coffee, pastries, and fresh air. It's me in my natural disposition. … Continue reading Coffee Rush Binangonan Review
