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Kita Kong May Mali sa ‘Kita Kita’
Ang ganda sana ng Kita Kita. Bukod sa maganda yung mismong lokasyon kung saan kinunan ang mga eksena, nagustuhan ko rin ang mga linya rito. At syempre, di maitatangging cute din ang ilang mga eksena, lalo na iyong mga lambingan at kulitan nina Tonyo at Lea. Naiyak din ako sa pelikulang ito. Biruin mo ba naman, biglang namatay si Tonyo kung kelan nakakikita nang...
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Marian Aims to Inspire Other Women With Snow Crystal White Tomato
Marian Rivera is definitely one of the biggest stars we have today. Yet, no matter how famous she is, Marian remains humble. In fact, she isn’t ashamed to admit that she herself faces some challenges not only as a human being but also as a woman. I learned about some of these when I attended the launch of Vida Nutriscience’s Snow Crystal White Tomato...
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How do you remember someone you barely know?
First, try to gather whatever memories you have of him, regardless of how brief or how faded they may seem. These may include the last meal you had together, even if you can barely remember how lovely the smile on his face was. Sure, even if you can no longer remember his face. You may also include the last song he sang along to,...
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Miss PH Earth Bets Share Fitness Secrets and Advocacies
Ten of Miss Philippines Earth 2017 candidates emphasized the importance of staying healthy and fit and talked about their advocacies at mySlim‘s Toast to Beauty and Substance held at the Luxent Hotel in Quezon City, July 8. The said contestants were Ms. New Zealand; Ms. Porac, Pampanga; Ms. Pulilan, Bulacan Ms. Puerto Princesa City; Ms. Tayabas City; Ms. Mandaluyong City; Ms. City of Manila; Ms....
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Back to School ‘Feels’
Tomorrow begins another school year for many students in the Philippines. The other day, I went to a nearby book store and saw a couple of students shopping for school supplies parents and friends. Having seen such a scene, I could not help but reminisce the good old days. School was the most important thing to me as kid, perhaps because I was always number...
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Throwback: Pahiyas Festival 2015
Yesterday, while taking a look at some old photos saved in my computer, I came across a folder containing images from Pahiyas Festival in 2015. It was quite a memorable experience. Imagine, it was my first time to attend the festival, so I wasn’t really sure what to expect. Yet, I had to have presence of mind throughout the day trip, since I was...
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Sulok Cafe: My New Favorite Tambayan in Antipolo City
Before 2016 ended, I was able to meet Rod and Andy of Sulok Cafe in Antipolo City for a WhenInManila.com feature. I had a lot of fun that afternoon because the millenial couple was so cool. I learned that they were also in their 20s and both of them used to hold corporate jobs. Last year, they decided to quit their jobs to put...
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Where We’re All Heading To
I haven’t written a poem in a long time. Besides the fact that work has been draining my energy and creative juices for the past few months, my self-doubt has also been so strong that I always question myself and my ability to write. No wonder, I feel amazed whenever I find poems I wrote in the past. Usually written on pages of old notebooks...
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My Coffee Harvest Tour Experience
I joined Cordillera Green Network’s Coffee Harvest Tour last December 10, 2016 in Benguet. And yes, I could say that it was a life-changing experience. Since the tour was set to begin early, I decided to travel to Baguio the night before the event. I booked a room at TALA Share & Guest House, managed by the same NGO. I arrived at around 10pm on...
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Thank You, Camiguin!
I first learned about Camiguin during our intro to creative writing class back in college. That time, we were tasked to read a couple of creative nonfiction pieces, including a travel essay called “Camiguin”. Written by Clinton Palanca, the said piece employed a grumpy tone, implying that the persona didn’t really enjoy staying in the place. That piqued my curiosity, of course. Why would...
