Tag Archives: Philippines

Development: Continuing an Ongoing Conversation.

Posted on March 30, 2013 by

I have been wary at times to call my line of work “development” related because I don’t meet communities regularly and most of my days are spent sitting on a desk, in the company of my laptop and books that … Continue reading →

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Lonely in the City: How Manila Mends the Heart.

Posted on March 29, 2013 by

Only a beautiful city can repair a broken heart. After having been turned away from my alma mater and missing the opportunity to bid my students adieu and congratulate them on successfully completing high school, I took my loneliness out … Continue reading →

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Commuter’s idealism and finding one’s self.

Posted on March 1, 2013 by

I am a commuter, not between the city and the village, although I do this frequently; not between the inane idealism of the classroom and the stifling reality beyond it, which I must do for survival and self-respect. I am … Continue reading →

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Losing faith.

Posted on February 28, 2013 by

This just about sums up how I currently feel about my Church. We’re huddled outside, freezing in the cold of our doubts while somewhere, far away, locked in the comfort of their palaces, the priests have been talking to an … Continue reading →

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Companions.

Posted on February 1, 2013 by

Sometimes it isn’t about where you go but who you travel with, much like it is in life, right? As February rolls by, I’m tempted to introduce those people who have made the journeys worthwhile. Having been somewhat successful at … Continue reading →

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Ways of Seeing.

Posted on January 21, 2013 by

A short drive out of town took us first to Crescent Moon Cafe to celebrate the birthday of potter and all-around-amazing Tita Lanelle Abueva. Every year she celebrates by gathering friends and family together on a Sunday serving only rice … Continue reading →

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Unconventional Journeys.

Posted on January 10, 2013 by

One weekend I bit off more road than I could chew. There was a conference in Tagaytay City which my friend requested me to attend and as I had work during the day, I decided to take the bus bound for Tagaytay … Continue reading →

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On the UST Varsitarian editorial.

Posted on October 8, 2012 by

The editorial can be found here. Not anymore, apparently. The Varsitarian link is dead so download the article here. Also, one last note, after calling us cowards, you take down your site? For once in my life I can say, I’ve … Continue reading →

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Habi.

Posted on January 30, 2012 by

Twenty one years ago, my dad took photos of people from various tribes all over the country to feature our weaving heritage. The national museum is currently putting together an exhibition and using some of his photos. Hope everyone gets … Continue reading →

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Auspicious Suspicious.

Posted on January 12, 2012 by

Once in a while, great things happen and its usually when we least expect it. I woke up on 11-11-11 thinking that my friends and I would just eat out or do karaoke in one of Baguio‘s side streets. Instead, … Continue reading →

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The Great Ifugao Banana

Posted on January 12, 2012 by

Eating bananas is more fun in the Philippines. The taste is unique and not bland like those sold in Western markets. Something else ought to be noted about variety and size. There are small, finger-like bananas and huge ones (like … Continue reading →

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Cultural Excursions and the Spoil-arium.

Posted on October 21, 2011 by

So, someone’s back from the world at large and he’s got a new project! The angel series has been completed and he’s now set the wings down and replaced them with a full astronauts space suit! The test shots look … Continue reading →

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Palawan: third time’s a charm.

Posted on June 14, 2011 by

We escaped to Palawan for a weekend and these are some things I loved. The hammock above hangs across the sea facing more islands. The shore next to it is rocky enough for huge crabs to live. I found the … Continue reading →

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Comic Relief & the RH Bill.

Posted on March 27, 2011 by

This is one joke that isn’t very funny at all. I don’t know if this is only meant to reflect the artist’s point of view or if it is also indicative of the opinions felt by those working at this … Continue reading →

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