Treadmills
I have never had such mastery of the view outside my window before. There are the green slates…
‘Golden California’
After an almost two-month stay in Los Angeles, I found myself in LAX awaiting my flight back home to the Philippines. My Mom and Dad, who sat beside me, looked awfully crestfallen.
Yes, I dyed
My hands shook as I cut a chunk of my hair. Oh, no. It’s shorter than what I…
Memento mori
The Latin phrase “memento mori” means “Remember that you must die.” The phrase has its origins in ancient…
Soundtrack of life
They say you're past your prime when you start pining for the old days. If so, I must be getting old.
Sociopolitical distancing
“Should you remain friends with people with radically different political views from you?” My answer is no. I…
On joggers’ lane
Returning to school after two years was not a walk in the park. I had to adjust to the environment, people, school work, homesickness, and the urge to eat when I had nothing else to do.
Success (or something like it)
I grew up constantly bombarded by notions of success: medals for good grades, a college pedigree, a job…
I refuse to be your pawn
I once dreamed of working in the government. My goal has always been to work for the Department…