“Tito Sy, are you courting my nanay?” Napamulagat ako kay Iliad. Natigilan si Syrelle sa pag-abot ng sliced apple. Napatanong si Josh. “What?” Nagpabalik-balik ang tingin sa amin ni Josh. Nanlalaki ang mga matang inilingan ko siya at itinuro si Iliad. “Alam mo bang nakailang tanong na sa akin iyang anak mo?” “What?” Hindi makapaniwalaContinue reading “KISMET, The Drive”
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KISMET, The Blood
“No, daddy.” Napatingin kami ni Mina sa mag-daddy nang sumagot si Iliad. Ibinaba ko ang mga gamit na dinala sa hospital noong nakaraan. Kalalabas lang namin sa hospital. Sinundo at hinatid kami nina Josh at Mina. I was really apologetic with them kasi na-postpone ang supposedly honeymoon nila three days ago. Ayaw umalis ni JoshContinue reading “KISMET, The Blood”
Insights – Not Anymore
“I don’t need you anymore. I don’t want to see your face anymore. Oh, come on! Do not pretend that you don’t know. Where were you when I needed someone to comfort me? Where were you when I wanted to hug someone because I got a medal in school? Where were you when I wasContinue reading “Insights – Not Anymore”
Insights – I Did, You Could
College is an integral part of a person’s life — not for all but to some who aspired to be one of the most sought bachelors and bachelorettes in town. It is not easy as one thought it to be. It is hard if one tried to be a happy-go-lucky with the flow. Because collegeContinue reading “Insights – I Did, You Could”
Insights – Acceptance Will Finally Make Us Human, Too
“Oh, boy. What are you? A boy or… err a… you know?” People always ask for my identity. Like, duh? Why are they asking for that? I am a boy, for God’s sake! Can you see I have a physical attribute of a boy? Well, of course not. I am not what you think ofContinue reading “Insights – Acceptance Will Finally Make Us Human, Too”
KISMET, The Baseline
“Iliad, don’t run!” Napapailing na sinundan ko ng tingin ang anak na tumatakbo papunta sa daddy niya. “How old is he again?” Tanong ng kausap kong kaibigan. “Five years old na.” “Ooh. Ang laki na pala talaga niya. Parang kailan lang.” “Where’s Iliad?” Lapit ni Dustin sa akin. Ininguso ko lang si Iliad na nakikipagharutanContinue reading “KISMET, The Baseline”
SURREAL, A Dying Heart
MALAKAS ang ihip ng hangin pagkalabas namin ng kapilya. Napangiti ako nang mabilis pa sa alas-kwatro na hinawakan ng mga kasama ko ang mga palda nila. Ngali-ngaling sabihin ko na ‘I told you’. Sinabihan ko naman sila na Ber Months na at talagang mahangin dito sa Area H kaya huwag mag-balloon na palda. I wasContinue reading “SURREAL, A Dying Heart”
DREAMS, The Chimera
De javu. There was this feeling I could not discern. It bothered me so much I could not sleep well at night. I stared at the canvass sitting in the center of my studio. Tomorrow would be our painting exhibition in Bulacan. Selected students from our school and FEU would be joining the exhibition. IContinue reading “DREAMS, The Chimera”
SS – Still, Forever
“The question of all the people around the world right now is why leave the industry you have built for almost twenty years?” I closed my mouth and smiled. This was the question I had practiced for over a year. I knew this would be asked in my to-be last interview and I had preparedContinue reading “SS – Still, Forever”
Inklover: Ehlie of 2011
If I were given a time to return and talk to myself in the past, I’d choose to talk to my 2011 year old self. And this will be the content of my letter… Ehlie of 2011, One of the best things you could do in life is to enjoy every moment you have withContinue reading “Inklover: Ehlie of 2011”
SS – A Peculiar Wallflower
Another tiring day was about to pass I took a deep breath and inhaled the advent of solitude that would inarguably welcome me once I went home. I smiled – one that was sweet. Just by thinking of my bed and pillows exalted my being. This was one of the vantages of being a wallflowerContinue reading “SS – A Peculiar Wallflower”
SS – Still, Unlikely
“I’m fine.” That was his phrase before the line ended. My heart melted. My mind was troubled. My friend of over a decade just single-flatly answered me in a nonchalant way – which was never him. I wanted to cry. My mind panicked even before he answered the phone. I was anxious that he mightContinue reading “SS – Still, Unlikely”
SS – Still, Nevermore
The day seemed to end in just a blink of my eyes. It was dark and gloomy, signaling that it might rain anytime soon. I opened the window and gazed at the darkened skies. The breeze of the second month’s wind kissed my being. It was cool. But not enough to mend my dismal heart.Continue reading “SS – Still, Nevermore”
Insights, Dear Philippines
Dear Philippines, You have been there when I get to see a light of this world. You have provided shelter, care, love, and all as I grow up. I admire you so much. I read all books of you and your diversified nature when I start learning reading words. I want to explore your glorified,Continue reading “Insights, Dear Philippines”
SS – Moment of Indulgence
Madilim pa ang bahay pagkauwi ko. Kunot ang noo na tinignan ko ang orasan sa bisig. Wala pa ba si Jared? Pasado 7:00 na ng gabi. “Jared?” I called out while turning on the lights. Walang sagot. Siguro nga hindi pa siya nakauuwi. I put my bag on the table. Nakapapagod ang araw ngayon dahilContinue reading “SS – Moment of Indulgence”
KISMET, The Encounter
“Good morning, Kuya Bong!” Maligayang bati ko sa gwardya sa pinapasukang school. “Good morning, Ma’am Lhes! Maaga ka ngayon, a.” Napabungisngis ako. “Ssh. Huwag kang maingay, Kuya. Minsan lang ito.” Lagi kasi akong dumarating na five minutes na lang ay late na. Minsan lang maaga lalo na kapag nasa bahay ang mga tukmol kong kaibigan.Continue reading “KISMET, The Encounter”
SS – Written in the Stars
“Congratulations!” Masayang salubong ko kay JM nang magtagpo rin ang aming landas. Katatapos lang ng Commencement Exercise ng aming school. Photo opp na lang ang nagaganap. Nakapagpa-picture na ako kina ate at kay Tia with her parents. JM smirked at me at inabutan ako ng bulaklak. “Kuya said it’s for you.” Tumingkayad ako para hanapinContinue reading “SS – Written in the Stars”
SS – EL OCULTAS PAIS
When I was a child, my father said that I should not let my study hinder my education. I asked him what he meant but he just smiled at me. He said that I would know it in the latter part of my life. So, I tried to research on it when I was inContinue reading “SS – EL OCULTAS PAIS”
SS – A Rain on His Parade
It was raining cats and dogs. Hindi ako makalabas ng room. 2:30 pa lang ng hapon pero sobrang dilim na. Bigla ba naman ang buhos ng ulan. Wala akong payong kaya stranded ako kasama ng isang kaklase. “Nagpasundo ka na ba sa inyo, Mayor?” Tanong ni Dara, secretary ng klase. Umiling ako. “Walang tao saContinue reading “SS – A Rain on His Parade”
Hatch Day
One fine day in a faraway land There lived a lady who loved a band Of glittering and shining light Sounding might and looking bright. Then, There went turmoils and plights She couldn’t help but feel forlorn With the unfolding of dying sights Of those with her when she’s born. But, With her mighty mindContinue reading “Hatch Day”
Your Honor
Prying eyes met mine Glanced sideway to avoid sight. They bore naught but hatred in their might. Could not fathom the deepest treasure they hide When they began talking ’bout mine. I was certain I firmly held The highest acceptance of responsibility. But it befell sans notice Until I grasped no holding. Then came theContinue reading “Your Honor”
SS – EL OCULTAS PAIS
When I was a child, my father said that I should not let my study hinder my education. I asked him what he meant but he just smiled at me. He said that I would know it in the latter part of my life. So, I tried to research on it when I was inContinue reading “SS – EL OCULTAS PAIS”
Dreams and Nightmares 