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For months, I’ve found comfort in my own space. It’s where I feel safe, grounded, and at peace. While some may not understand this need, it’s an important part of who I am. From the outside, it might look like I’m pulling away—distancing myself from the community or shutting people out. But that’s not the truth. My alone time is essential. As an introvert, spending too much time outside of my…

Staring…. Staring… I keep on staring and nothing comes out of this brain of mine. It seems tired from constant worrying… And so here I am staring at my laptop screen. And for minutes which feel like eternity, I just can’t get a good topic to write about. And so I took my gaze from the computer screen and looked at how the sunshine creeps into my window frame. I listened to the birds chirping,…

Good Friday, April 18, 2025, was a significant day for our family. We spent it in Sto. Tomas, La Union (often mistakenly called Agoo). Finally, our dogs, Jack and Sheena, could roam freely at our newly fenced property there. It’s been a long time since they’ve been off their leashes, and Ulap had already enjoyed the space. I’m so happy for them, though I hope they handle the heat. Thankfully,…

I found this on Facebook Reels and I’m keeping it on record for my future reference 🙂 So the complete beginner’s workout starts with 30 seconds of pulses. Followed by 10 sit stands, 10 seated twists, 10 wall push-ups, and finish with 10 leg extensions.

Daily writing promptWrite a letter to your 100-year-old self.View all responses Dear 100-Year-Old Me, Well, well, well. Would you look at that? You actually made it to a full century! I bet you’re reading this while sipping some futuristic tea, wrapped in a blanket that doubles as a heating pad, and probably still side-eyeing people who don’t wear seatbelts. Classic. First off,…

I hate how my hormones are acting up. It makes me feel like it’s the end of the world, that tomorrow could be a disaster and today is just a survival. I hate it when I feel so paranoid, like anytime the people in my house will end up in fist fights. Recently, I have become so restless without really accomplishing anything. My mind wonders and my body seems too tired to do anything. I blame it…

At the start of the year, I have listed down the things I want to do and the things I want to do away from. Sadly, it’s easy to have it written down but a challenge to have it done and crossed out the list. I’m not a failure and I don’t want to go down the drain. What do I lack to succeed in what I want to do? I know the answer but I lack the initiative. Why? There’s that sense of addiction that…

Life in the province has a certain charm that the city often forgets. In Sto. Tomas, La Union, people live with less but seem to have so much more—more time, more family moments, and a deeper sense of contentment. It’s a place where hard work and perseverance still pave the way for success, proving that even the simplest lives can build extraordinary futures. My husband and I recently developed…

Someone recently asked me, “Where will you be in the next five years?” That question made me pause—and, to be honest, a little anxious. Today, I am 50. By then, I’ll be 55. Career-wise, I hope I’m still working for my beloved boss. Every day, I pray for his good health and for his company to thrive. My prayer is both sincere and, admittedly, a little selfish. If his business remains successful…

I don’t know how to start. How do I let you know that you are getting on my nerves? You make me feel jumpy when you are near or whenever you raise your voice, even if you don’t mean it. You tend to make me feel uneasy. Everything I do is not just enough. That everything I do should be perfect. While it is true that you don’t hit me physically, you do hit me in other aspects. Maybe it’s just my…

Daily writing promptWhat do you enjoy doing most in your leisure time?View all responses What do I really enjoy doing in my leisure time? Watching Korean dramas on Netflix. Okay, to be totally honest, I just want to sleep hahaha.

I thought of it that much. I need this for my journal. To voice out all my personal issues. I did start The Homewriters Hub, thinking I could monetize. But time is not so good to me. There’s just a lot on my plate that I haven’t had the chance to sit down and think about how to monetize it. But now, I think I am good. I’m happy with what I receive as a freelance writer and helping with my…

I wish someone would ask me just that, how are you today? I am emotionally unstable, mentally overloaded, and physically tired. Are you feeling this way, too? How are you coping? Everything will be alright. Not now… but soon. Time will heal everything. Before you know it, it will be over. It’s okay to cry. Let it out. If you feel alone, it’s okay. You are not alone. You are with someone else……

Another year has passed, and here we are in 2025. But honestly, does anything feel different? Aside from the number on the calendar, not much has changed. The stress is still here, looming like an unwelcome shadow. I thought this year would be different. I promised myself I’d break free from old habits—especially the ones I’m too embarrassed to mention. Yet here I am, caught in the same vicious…

My coffee is hot because its really cold today.

Why You Should Avoid Toxic People in 2025 It’s 2025, folks! We’ve survived pandemics, doomscrolling, and the rise of AI that’s smarter than your average coworker. Yet, one thing remains as timelessly exhausting as a bad Wi-Fi connection: toxic people. If you’ve been hoping the new year would bring some cosmic intervention to fix these walking energy drains, think again. Toxic personalities are…

Ava made the long trip from Pampanga to Baguio today, but not specifically for me. Her main purpose was to arrange a meeting between her kids and her boyfriend’s children, marking an important step in blending their families. She asked for my help in booking a transient unit at my cousin’s place, which I gladly arranged. Ava and her boyfriend, Tony, have been together for about a year, and they…