I just came from a birthday party/despedida de soltera of an acquaintance here in our hostel. I never really liked big parties because I prefer small gatherings. I guess you can call me introvert. But once in a while, it’s nice getting all dolled up. 🙂 Honestly, I feel like Cinderella. By day I am… Continue reading A Cinderella Story
We have one resident baby here in our hospital whom we fondly call “Indo”, short for Indonesian baby. His mother is an Indonesian maid and his father is an unidentified douchebag. Indo’s mother gave birth to him in our hospital’s emergency room six months ago. After a few days of recuperation, she was sent to… Continue reading On “Mixed” Babies, Geeky Glasses, And Why It’s Alright To Be Sad
I was having an OTWOL marathon the other day when a scene came up involving Clark (James Reid) and his family discussing about a pig. According to Clark’s grandma, it is their family tradition to give something of value to the betrothed’s family. Grandma suggested and finally chose a pig as an apt gift. (Why not? Just… Continue reading December Feels
After 4 toxic straight morning duties, I’m finally having my precious 2 days off and then I’ll be rotated to night shift again. I got up early in the morning today to deal with my mountain of laundry (waaah!) and went out with Ate Lei in the late afternoon to stroll in the mall and… Continue reading My Happy List
Try telling a fellow OFW that you are in a relationship with either an Indian, Pakistani, or Bangladeshi. Chances are you’ll hear these words: “Yuck! Paano mo natitiis ang amoy nila?” “Manyak ang mga yan!” “Pipili ka na lang ng ibang lahi, yung mahirap pa na gaya natin.” If it’s Saudi: “Arabo talaga? Eh hindi… Continue reading Pride and Prejudice
“I’m a little bit of crazy, I’m a little bit of a fool, I’m a little bit of lonely, I’m a little bit of all, Ooh I need a cure…” The worst thing that can happen during an OFW’s off? For me, it’s having no wifi signal. We don’t have any wifi connection from 6… Continue reading Out Of Touch, Out Of Reach
It has been 5 days since I returned to Saudi Arabia yet my mind is still dominated by thoughts of Pinas. Thank God, my family and friends are all safe back home. My body clock though is still in sync with Philippine time. I am already feeling the desire to sleep as early as 7… Continue reading Post-Vacation Blues
I am so worried and afraid right now. I am already here in Manila with my mother since last night because we don’t want to risk going to Manila at the wee hours of the morning when the wrath of the typhoon is at its peak. All the hotels and inns here in Pasay are… Continue reading When Leaving Becomes Difficult
I am leaving tomorrow. 😦 No matter how long it has been since I started working abroad, I still feel sad and teary-eyed everytime. Truth be told, few days before coming home, I have thoughts of not coming back to the Kingdom anymore. I was planning to go AWOL. I was too stressed not with… Continue reading Goodbye, Dear Philippines
A sweet morning to all! I was in Manila last Friday with two goals in mind: to process my overseas employment certificate in POEA and to renew my PRC card. From previous experiences, renewing my OEC in POEA was always such a breeze because as long as I arrive there early, I’m going to finish… Continue reading How To Renew License In PRC
Tales from the Desert 