thoughts
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When a Husband Goes the Extra Mile
Today felt like the first real taste of what working in the US might be like. I mean, I’m still technically volunteering, but today’s whole routine- waking up early, preparing myself for the day, heading somewhere with a purpose- felt… Continue reading
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Is This Really Me? Meeting the Real Self
Have you ever once stopped midair while you’re about to do something and suddenly asked yourself the question- “Is this really me?”That pause, which came without warning, made you rethink the decision you desperately wanted to carry out just seconds… Continue reading
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We Came in the Same Year, We Left in the Same Year
Sometimes, when I close my eyes, I can still picture the school in Thailand as if I were standing there again- the sunlight spilling through the open-air corridors, the hum of students echoing from the courtyard, and the faint smell… Continue reading
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“I Don’t Have Anything to Wear”: The Battle Cry of Women Everywhere
You let out a frustrated sigh and shake your head as you pull open your closet doors- overflowing with both neatly folded clothes and a few that are hanging on for dear life. You rummage through the dryer, still warm… Continue reading
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What Really Happens After the “I Do”
The prince kisses the princess, and an uproarious cheer rises from the crowd. Fireworks burst across the sky, brightening the place and heralding the couple’s promising future. The image slowly fades, the romantic background music softens, and… “And they lived… Continue reading
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The Forgotten Corners of Washington, D.C.
The name Washington, D.C. alone speaks volumes. You hear it and you think of the Statue of Freedom proudly standing at the very top of the Capitol’s massive white dome, which rises like a pearl above grand staircases and sweeping… Continue reading
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Between Two Rivers: The Timeless Beauty of Harpers Ferry, West Virginia
The government furlough has undoubtedly made many tourists and federal employees reconsider their plans, with museums and historic sites around Washington, D.C., temporarily closing. It’s frustrating to keep refreshing your browser, clinging to the hope that you might still get… Continue reading
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Golden Lights and Rustic Nights at Craft 1945
You will never get bored exploring Baguio City. As someone who spent years in the City of Pines, I would say that it’s a place of endless adventure, especially the suburbs. When it comes to restaurants and coffee shops, you’ll… Continue reading
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A Peaceful Stay at Ayothaya Riverside House
In 2023, I took a solo trip to Ayutthaya, Thailand-a decision that turned out to be one of the most peaceful and memorable travel experiences I’ve had. I booked a stay at Ayothaya Riverside House, and it became more than… Continue reading
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Do Something Your Older Self Will Be Proud Of
There will come a day when you’ll look back at the version of you reading this right now – the younger you – and you’ll either smile with gratitude or sigh with regret. The choice, believe it or not, is… Continue reading