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My Michigan Winter Moments
Leaving Schuler’s in the heart of Marshall after lunch with family felt like stepping out of a cozy storybook and into another chapter I hadn’t quite expected. The snow had already begun earlier on our drive into town, light and… Continue reading
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Into My Hometown Forest
Lately, I’ve been reminiscing about a quiet hike I took back in 2023-one of those simple moments that stayed with me. After spending too much time in Baguio City, surrounded by its busy streets and concrete corners, I felt the… Continue reading
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Why do you travel?
It’s a question that lingers quietly beneath every packed bag, every boarded plane, every train ride, every sunrise seen from unfamiliar ground. Is it just about places? Not really. The postcards fade. The photos gather dust. The names of streets… Continue reading
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Chatuchak Park: An Oasis in the Midst of the Concrete Jungle
One of my most memorable experiences interacting with nature happened in Thailand. In the heart of bustling Bangkok, Chatuchak Market is a magnet for tourists, especially on weekends, when the crowds swarm the countless stalls. But if you’re looking for… Continue reading
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It All Started with a Cup of Coffee
Self-discovery doesn’t always start with big decisions – sometimes, it begins with coffee. Before I finally left my home country and I was still in Baguio, I wasn’t searching for anything in particular. But with each café I wandered into,… Continue reading
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Is it Worth it?
There’s something about the thought of traveling internationally that stirs a mix of excitement and anxiety. The packing, the paperwork, the long airport lines – at first, it all feels like a mountain to climb. I’ve had my fair share… Continue reading
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Embracing the Gloom
There’s something about a gloomy day that makes you slow down, even if just for a moment. The overcast sky and the soft drizzle outside often carry a quiet kind of peace that you don’t get on sunnier days. It’s… Continue reading
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Boomerang!
It’s a cool feeling. Then suddenly-one drop, two drops-until the simple drizzle becomes a downpour. People start squeezing themselves into the shade. I hear groans and the grinding of teeth. Maybe they’re exasperated that their appointments getting delayed is inevitable,… Continue reading
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Renaissance
I think moving to another country again made me realize that writing will always be my default therapy. A lot of things have happened since then. I resigned from my teaching job and went home to the Philippines – it… Continue reading