“May gani nibalik naka’g event,” said a fellow runner, recognizing me after our exhilarating 21km run this morning at Parkmall. I responded with a knowing smile. Even though my social media might show a steady stream of running and marathon posts, I’ve actually been off the race circuit for over six months. My last real race was the Pinoy Fitness SUB1 10K Challenge back in September 2023, and since then, I’ve been content with solo long slow distance (LSD) runs or hiking with friends. Late last year, I actually set a wild goal for myself: to tackle the 100km trail run on the 1st Danao City...…“May gani nibalik naka’g event,” said a fellow runner, recognizing me after our exhilarating 21km run this morning at Parkmall. I responded with a knowing smile. Even though my social media might show a steady stream of running and marathon posts, I’ve actually been off the race circuit for over six months. My last real race was the Pinoy Fitness SUB1 10K Challenge back in September 2023, and since then, I’ve been content with solo long slow distance (LSD) runs or hiking with friends. Late last year, I actually set a wild goal for myself: to tackle the 100km trail run on the 1st Danao City...WW…

Cebu is the ‘Cradle of Christianity’ for a reason. Nestled within its vibrant streets and bustling markets lie the hallowed grounds of centuries-old churches, each bearing witness to a storied past steeped in faith and history. From the iconic Basilica Minore del Santo Niño, which traces its origins to the Spanish colonial era and houses the revered Santo Niño de Cebu, to the quaint yet profound chapels scattered throughout the city, Cebu’s churches stand as architectural marvels and pillars of spiritual devotion. They echo with the footsteps of explorers, missionaries, and believers alike,...…Cebu is the ‘Cradle of Christianity’ for a reason. Nestled within its vibrant streets and bustling markets lie the hallowed grounds of centuries-old churches, each bearing witness to a storied past steeped in faith and history. From the iconic Basilica Minore del Santo Niño, which traces its origins to the Spanish colonial era and houses the revered Santo Niño de Cebu, to the quaint yet profound chapels scattered throughout the city, Cebu’s churches stand as architectural marvels and pillars of spiritual devotion. They echo with the footsteps of explorers, missionaries, and believers alike,...WW…

It’d be crazy for most. But I’ve been making crazy decisions all my life to not make another one: like paying a visit to Pintô Art Museum as a side trip to Ed Sheeran’s concert. Who in their right mind would make a side trip that is totally out of the way—actually, the opposite—to the main destination? Christine and I. Yeah, we’re unconventional like that. But I guess some people are just wired to make decisions out of spontaneity, answering curious questions, and following paths that are literally off the beaten track. After years of putting on hold our dreams of seeing Ed Sheeran perform...…It’d be crazy for most. But I’ve been making crazy decisions all my life to not make another one: like paying a visit to Pintô Art Museum as a side trip to Ed Sheeran’s concert. Who in their right mind would make a side trip that is totally out of the way—actually, the opposite—to the main destination? Christine and I. Yeah, we’re unconventional like that. But I guess some people are just wired to make decisions out of spontaneity, answering curious questions, and following paths that are literally off the beaten track. After years of putting on hold our dreams of seeing Ed Sheeran perform...WW…

You know what happens when you don’t give up on life? You live long enough to see the realization of some of your long-forgotten dreams: like seeing Ed Sheeran perform live on stage. The euphoria still lingers days after the Mathematics Tour in Manila.  We’ve returned to work now as if the weekend didn’t happen. Yet, amid the hustle, echoes of Ed Sheeran’s live performance still resonate in my ears, each song playing a soundtrack that has subtly shaped the narrative of this life. What a time, indeed, it is to be alive. My 15-year-old self—who used to dream of marrying Ed Sheeran—can...…You know what happens when you don’t give up on life? You live long enough to see the realization of some of your long-forgotten dreams: like seeing Ed Sheeran perform live on stage. The euphoria still lingers days after the Mathematics Tour in Manila.  We’ve returned to work now as if the weekend didn’t happen. Yet, amid the hustle, echoes of Ed Sheeran’s live performance still resonate in my ears, each song playing a soundtrack that has subtly shaped the narrative of this life. What a time, indeed, it is to be alive. My 15-year-old self—who used to dream of marrying Ed Sheeran—can...WW…

After months of relentless training, numerous sacrifices, and pouring your heart and resources into preparing for the marathon, a sudden twist of fate hits you like a thunderbolt. Your period decides to make an uninvited appearance on the very day of the event—or perhaps even a day or two before. Now, what would you do? Needless to say, it’s uncomfortable. When I began joining running events in 2022, fate had a wild sense of timing—almost every event coincided with the first day of my period. Crazy syncing of the calendar. If it’s difficult to deal with women on ordinary days, just imagine...…After months of relentless training, numerous sacrifices, and pouring your heart and resources into preparing for the marathon, a sudden twist of fate hits you like a thunderbolt. Your period decides to make an uninvited appearance on the very day of the event—or perhaps even a day or two before. Now, what would you do? Needless to say, it’s uncomfortable. When I began joining running events in 2022, fate had a wild sense of timing—almost every event coincided with the first day of my period. Crazy syncing of the calendar. If it’s difficult to deal with women on ordinary days, just imagine...WW…