About two weeks ago, my eldest daughter celebrated her 18th birthday. From a bright little girl born on a cloudy Friday morning, she has turned into a beautiful and intelligent young lady. All grown up and ready to face the world, even as her eyes show a strange fragility. Morning girl, how'd you sleep last … Continue reading Morning Girl
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Strangers Again
We all start out as strangers in this world. Then we meet someone with whom we get to share something special. For days, months, perhaps even years that seemed endless, we were in love. Then, as if from a dream, we wake up and find that things have changed, and we are strangers again. I'd … Continue reading Strangers Again
The Way It Is
Yesterday, my youngest daughter marked her 11th birthday and we originally planned to celebrate it in the mall. Then my wife said it maybe better if we just have a small get-together, then spend a few hours at the arcade. I agreed with the understanding that I'll go with them. That's the way it is … Continue reading The Way It Is
How Deep Is Your Love
Last Monday, my two teenage daughters were doing the laundry and as part of their ritual, they turned on the music app in their smartphones. The music they listen to are mostly K-pop, but after a while, there was a sudden silence. Then after about a minute, "How Deep Is Your Love" came out playing … Continue reading How Deep Is Your Love
Dust in the Wind
I was seriously sick for weeks and the thought that my life may soon come to an abrupt end crossed in and out of my weary mind. The words of the song Dust in the Wind rang repeatedly in my ears as I try to close my eyes to get the needed rest. I close … Continue reading Dust in the Wind
Sad Songs of a PWD
When I first met her, I knew she was the girl for me. Her sweet smile and her warm hello were enough to disarm me. Hello, do I smile and look away?No, I think I'll smile and stayTo see where this might go I went on to marry the girl and many were surprised while … Continue reading Sad Songs of a PWD
There’s No Easy Way
You have it all planned out. The right words to say have been chosen to perfection. So you reach out for her hand and held her close to you. Yet, as you begin to say those hurting words, you just know that things will not come out the way you had originally planned. I held … Continue reading There’s No Easy Way
Lines of a Song Volume 10
In times of need, there's always someone who will come along and offer a shoulder to lean on. That someone can be a close friend or a dear loved one. Yet, in some instances, that someone can be a complete stranger sent to you to help you through those challenging times. You just call on … Continue reading Lines of a Song Volume 10
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
The Old Songs
I have always loved old songs, but old love songs are particularly special to me specially those that talk about lost love. For some strange and perhaps twisted reasons, they always strike a sensitive chord in my heart. "The Old Songs" is a good example. It talks of a man who wants his woman to … Continue reading The Old Songs
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