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A Cuckoo Found Home 8
Deceitful Blue Cuckoo Although fears have taunted and haunted me so,I found a blue cuckoo nearby, flying high and low.In this place he knows well, a bird so agile and clever,My trust it did gain, despite the unknown refrain.In him… Continue reading
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Jeepneys: A Unique Icon of the Philippines
The National Transportation of the Philippines “Para po!” That’s what passengers say to take off from a jeepney ride. Shortened as “jeep” or “dyip” in Tagalog, it has become one of the cultural icons of the Philippines. It is also… Continue reading
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A Cuckoo Found Home 7
The Coward Among Us As the cuckoo curled up quiet,dwelling within the nest with fright,an eagle soared above the landwith a pigeon grasped in its taloned hand.a prey, the pigeon looked on with despair,as the eagle flew off in the… Continue reading
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The Toastmaster’s Table Topics
Slaying an Extemporaneous Speech Once in a toastmaster’s meeting, I participated in the table topics. It is an impromptu speech that runs for a minute. You would only have 30 seconds to prepare. The topics would be random and each… Continue reading
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Like Wild Animals
Do you ever see wild animals? Figuratively Speaking Wild animals are rare in the city, unless you wish to visit a zoo or an animal safari. I see wild animals, figuratively. Although it may sound strange to some people, the… Continue reading
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December Birth Flower and Symbolisms
Bloom of Love blooms of real zestemerging in the springoh, white radianceforgive all my errorsyou are the only one,I love 💖 Beyond its delicate beauty, narcissi flowers also embody symbolic meanings that include creativity, inspiration, awareness, and inner reflection, forgiveness,… Continue reading
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The Impact of Christmas on Kandauk, Praise Community Assembly of God Church
Christmas Hallelujah has begun A significant milestone was marked in Cambodia’s history last October 6th. The Praise Community Church and its learning center were ceremoniously reopened to the public. A diverse crowd of locals and visitors attended the event. They… Continue reading
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Why Everyday Items Like Tsinelas Matter
Our primary footwear we call, “tsinelas” or “slippers” are simple rubber sandals worn everyday. Over time its use has evolved! A frustrated Filipino mom might hurl it like a Frisbee at her child who’s dodging chores. Or, in a more… Continue reading
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The Importance of Kindness over Rules and Formalities
An Apostrophe Dear Elusive Help, When I reached out to you, I was hoping for a compassionate response. However, your unsympathetic answer left me feeling helpless and ignored. I only asked for your assistance because I genuinely believed that you… Continue reading
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Diary of My Eyes: From sty to incision
The full story of how I ended up with an incision I first noticed a small bump near my lachrymal point, right on my eyelid. It was initially itchy and slightly painful. I assumed it was just an insect bite.… Continue reading
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