Another Day in Paradise

One of the many joys of Christmas is seeing the people you love all coming together to help you celebrate this most wondrous occasion. Yet, not everyone gets to experience this. Out in the streets, you'll find people in unkempt clothing, their eyes lost and their minds dull. They are constantly moving forward but heading … Continue reading Another Day in Paradise →

Happy Xmas (War is Over)

It's Christmas, the time of the year when the world is at peace and people have smiles on their faces. Even for just a single day in a year, we are one in celebrating an occasion considered as the most joyous in the world. And so this is ChristmasFor weak and for strongFor rich and … Continue reading Happy Xmas (War is Over) →

Shooting for the Moon

About a week ago, the Philippines hosted the 30th Southeast Asian Games or SEAG. It's a biennial event aimed at bringing together athletes from countries belonging to the Southeast Asian region to showcase their skills and talents in various sports. The games were expectedly fun and exciting with several historic records being set. More importantly, … Continue reading Shooting for the Moon →

All in Love is Fair

Lasr December 3, the world celebrated the International Day of People with Disability. It's an annual event promoted by the United Nations and aims to highlight the achievements of PwDs all across the world as well as the challenges that they continue to face. In line with this, last year at around this time, I … Continue reading All in Love is Fair →

Father and Son

Last Thursday, my only son celebrated his 10th birthday. Since he was born in December, we decided to name him Emmanuel following the name given to our Lord Jesus Christ. Our little Emmanuel is growing up quite fast. His interests are rapidly expanding and continuously changing. We certainly welcome these, but sometimes, I wish the … Continue reading Father and Son →

Lines of a Song Volume 8

This is not a condonation of extra-marital affairs but a mere discussion of a reality that has long been existing in our midst. In music, a number of songs have been written about this. Many of these songs talked about the frustrations of being involved in this illicit relationship and how the act of ending … Continue reading Lines of a Song Volume 8 →

Marry Your Daughter

Last Saturday, I and my wife of 15 years decided to tie the knot by participating in the annual mass church wedding at our local parish. Previous to this, we were only married in civil rites. Many guests naturally arrived to share in the celebration. However, my parents-in-law were not around as both of them … Continue reading Marry Your Daughter →

Bluer Than Blue

Have you ever thought about the benefits of being on your own? When the one you love suddenly decides to leave and start a new life without you, think of all the good things this can bring you. After you go, I can catch up on my readingAfter you go, I'll have a lot more … Continue reading Bluer Than Blue →

Creep

Last week, my wife celebrated her 36th birthday. Some of her friends came over to our place to help her celebrate the joyous occasion. Sitting before the dinner table, I glanced at my wife who was looking radiantly beautiful that evening. She smiled at me with those eyes that disarmed me the very first time … Continue reading Creep →

Unwell

I was out sick the past week. Lying in bed and with eyes closed, random visions came avisiting, and none of them makes any sense. Then these lines crossed my mind. All day Starin' at the ceilin', makin' Friends with shadows on my wall All night Hearin' voices tellin' me That I should get some … Continue reading Unwell →