Philippines

  • 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

    Jeepneys: A Unique Icon of the Philippines
  • Just Extraordinary Encounters or Tattle Tales

    Bakla baw si brother Gather round, because I have a tale to tell. On a tranquil day, I embarked on a mundane errand – to procure sugar from the local market. However, my journey changed unexpectedly. I wandered down a… Continue reading

    Just Extraordinary Encounters or Tattle Tales
  • A tough choice to do for the first time

    Enlisting in the Military I have tried some arts like drawing & painting, a little bit about cooking and few physical activities. I have enjoyed them, but not a big deal for me. When I was in high school, I… Continue reading

    A tough choice to do for the first time
  • Attempting Authentic Recipe for Filipino Adobo

    My Journey to Mastering the Classic Dish Adobo, the national dish of the Philippines, holds a special place in my heart as a personal favorite recipe. We usually enjoy it with friends and family. Sometimes, we can make new friends… Continue reading

    Attempting Authentic Recipe for Filipino Adobo
  • We are The Tribe

    Hey there! This poem is a little shout-out to my colleagues who are starting a new chapter in their teaching journey. While they might not be with the same group of folks they’ve become really comfortable with, I hope they’ll… Continue reading

    We are The Tribe