“From the rising of the sun to the place where it sets, the name of the Lord is to be praised.”

— Psalm 113:3

Welcome to my “Per-nal“! Per-nal is my personal coinage for “personal journal”. This personal journal contains reflective writings based on personal experiences, interactions with people, encounters, Christianity, food, culture, and travel.

Latest Posts

  • Honoring Patriachs

    What is your middle name? Does it carry any special meaning/significance? Men and their generations My middle name is that of my mother’s father, my grandfather, while my family name comes from my father’s great-grandfather. In our tribe, middle names… Continue reading

  • What do you attract?

    Impression and aura I was listening to a preacher sharing a sermon related to demeanor and character. In one of his lines he said, “Premature trust attracts betrayal”. That line hit me. It was one of the most complicated things… Continue reading

    What do you attract?

  • We…right?

    What is one question you hate to be asked? Explain. Masquerading agreement It feels strange when an acquaintance comes and starts a suspicious conversation by saying, “We…right?”. And for all you know, you’ve never had consensus about anything. I hate… Continue reading

  • Courage to Leave

    Describe a phase in life that was difficult to say goodbye to. No tears for goodbyes At first, I was consumed with worry about how people would feel and react. I was anxious about the potential negative imbalance it could… Continue reading

    Courage to Leave

  • Ascension of the Flames- Canto 5

    The Man of Diamonds and his Realm As the phoenix watches from afar,the man of diamonds on the island of stars.luminous, refractive, shining bright,reflective, transparent, casting light.lights meet in facets, a dazzling array,diffusing beams in every way.creating rainbows without a… Continue reading

    Ascension of the Flames- Canto 5

  • Crafting and Unseen Value

    Token from scraps When I was young, wedding souvenirs were typically made from handcrafted materials such as woven items, beads, wood, pine needles, and discarded calaverite ores. I challenged myself to create my own souvenirs using only hot glue, wooden… Continue reading

    Crafting and Unseen Value

  • Incongruity of events

    Facing the Biggest Personal Challenge in the Next Six Months I thought the biggest challenge I will face in the near future is thriving in the air pollution as the IQAir charts show that the air is becoming unhealthy. What’s… Continue reading

    Incongruity of events

  • Ascension of the Flames- Canto 4

    Disillusionment The phoenix gazes at a man of diamond,tough, proud and his wisdom fully grown,with elegance and brilliance, he stands tall,a figure that commands respect from all. But beneath that tough, unyielding face,a hidden deceit, a hollow space,the phoenix, fooled… Continue reading

    Ascension of the Flames- Canto 4

  • Transparent and Thoughtful

    Who are your favorite people to be around? Candid but thoughtful The veracity of a person is not based on sugar-coated, flowery and pleasing statements. Some are empty words, just being whispered in the ears and yet unsensible. My favorite… Continue reading

  • Ascension of the Flames- Canto 3

    The Phoenix has spoken I am forged in the fiery blaze,A cuckoo’s cry in sorrow’s haze.With every breath, I rise and soar,My wings ignite, the woodland will roar.Through searing heat, I will take flight,And scorch this land with endless might.If… Continue reading

    Ascension of the Flames- Canto 3

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