Remembering the quarantine

More than half of the year has passed, and about five months have been under quarantine, from the enhanced community quarantine (ECQ) to modified enhanced community quarantine (MECQ), general community quarantine (GCQ), and so on. Many of us may have gone through different phases of emotional and even physical distress during those times. I have … Continue reading Remembering the quarantine

Hinga, May Isa Pa

Sa pagsayaw ng liwanag ng kandila sa ating harapan Pakaliwa't pakanang pagsabay sa ating bawat paghinga Minsan inaakala nating patapos na ang problemang noo'y nagpahirap Sa puso nating punong-puno na ng di magagandang alaala Na may iilang natirang peklat katabi nang unti-unting naghihilom na sugat Kaso sa bawat hakbang pasulong at sa paglapat ng liwanag … Continue reading Hinga, May Isa Pa

Music Playlist for the Rainy Days

Wild fire kisses the first rain drop With the wind for the moonlight Of ashes waving their final goodbye As the rainy day comes for their welcome Flames throw a great pas de deux With the touch lingering in the heart Of the prisoners of the dark Praying for a savior in the light This is … Continue reading Music Playlist for the Rainy Days

Daily Clutch

Memories flash for the person leaving the room on the East Wing Clutching the ends of the last string connecting A to B Of spaces and stories, of friends, lovers, and miseries Looking for the perfect rhyme, opening the door to a great line Praying for the light to come and stop the flight Of … Continue reading Daily Clutch

Midnight

"I want to see a rainbow," Abie said. "Alright, tomorrow," Mom answered while she was in bed. "No! I want to see it today," the young girl insisted. "Don't do this darling. Mommy can't walk you there today. Tomorrow instead." "Why? You never keep your promise," Abie ran out the door. "Tomorrow." The lines went … Continue reading Midnight