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Welcome to my blog!

This space was born out of my desire to write down my thoughts, and my stories as they unfold. Although this space is quite new, this isn't my first attempt at blogging. (I’ve been at it on and off since 2005!) Way before this, I started one shortly before I moved to New York to study and then kept at it for a couple of years, sharing my life and thoughts with family and friends, all of whom were back home in the Philippines. Truthfully, I have missed writing a whole lot and that’s why I’ve decided to restart it. I’ve also been looking for a non-social media outlet for my thoughts, so here we are. :)

This space covers a variety of topics ranging from the most enjoyable to the most serious. I can be sharing anything from recipes from my childhood and book recommendations one second, and then the next, I'll be talking about body positivity, racial discrimination, immigrant stories, women's and LGBTQ rights the next. Ultimately, this is a place where I can celebrate life and every joy and imperfection that comes with it; where I can remind myself of the things I love and hold dear; where I can write my stories authentically and with all the heart I can muster. 

I'm constantly growing and learning how to live my best life while making the world a better, safer place for all. My hope is that through this site, I'll be able to connect with others who are on a similar journey. Although these are my words, they can very well be your stories, too. Let's encourage, inspire, root for, and learn from one another!