Category: Public Entries

There’s a strange tension that creeps into the air lately, a shift so subtle that you almost wouldn’t notice it—except I do. It’s like being pulled into a current you didn’t choose, one that’s headed somewhere you don’t want to go. At first, I thought I could just float along,…

I grew up in an old, three-generation house in the city. We didn’t own it but lived there as housemaids for a wealthy family. In the beginning, the house was bustling with people—the owners, us, and a few employees who also stayed in. It wasn’t just a home for the…

I just turned 27 a month ago, and I’m incredibly grateful to be at this point in life. Not everyone gets the chance to grow older, and that reminder makes me want to appreciate everything even more. So, here are some of the things I’m most grateful for: Life: I’m…

This is my last pair of eyeglasses. I’ve been wearing glasses for 12 years, and my complex myopic astigmatism had worsened over time. Living day-to-day relying on eyeglasses or contacts to understand everything around me was a constant struggle. There are activities I’d enjoy even more without the hassle of…

This is such an interesting topic, and I recently came across a Vox video that dives into it. Growing up, I used to think I wanted kids. I wanted to love and care for someone and, in doing so, break the cycle of bad parenting I experienced. But as I’ve…

I found photos online that perfectly match the minimalist tattoo designs I’m considering. I haven’t decided where I want to place them yet, and I’m still unsure if I can fully commit to getting them. Here’s what I’m thinking to get: Arrow: The arrow represents moving forward, embracing change, and…

I came across this post recently that reminded me of another I once saw, which said: “Philippines, you are truly beautiful, but you hold no future for me.” It made me reflect on a question I used to ask myself: “If you weren’t Filipino, what nationality would you be?” Back…