Author: Carmie Dulguime

I started this digital journal initially for self-expression -- because this is what I do. I write for my profession and for my passion. Then it dawned on me that what I was doing was selfish. I found new inspiration in Proverbs 31:8: Speak for those who cannot speak; seek justice for all those on the verge of destruction. Through the years, I have met people from various walks of life with stories that deserve to be told. Unfortunately, not all of them have the gift of gab. So I presented myself to them, giving them the voice that they need to share their stories. Stories that inspire, cry out, reach out, provide unspoken truth.

30 pieces of silver

In fact, the nagging feeling of guilt lasts way after the betrayal had been done. The only solution, really, is to talk to the person you betrayed face to face.

Who do you live for?

He rested his head by the door frame afterwards, waiting for his turn for a chemotherapy, obviously physically drained.

Fun Philippines

There are so many reasons to love my country. One of them is that it is indeed fun to be here, not just because of the sights, but because of the people you meet.

Estranghero

Naiinis ako kasi sinaktan nya ko e. Ang masama pa nito, di ko alam kung alam nyang nasaktan ako. Kaya ayun, nagalit ako. Nasigawan ko sya. Di ko naman sya napagbuhatan ng kamay. Pero sobrang galit talaga ako nun. Nakita ko nga, natakot sya e.

Smile – you’re in Bacolod!

I imagined they must have been practicing their moves for weeks, months even. Then there they are, dancing under the extreme heat of the sun. A couple of dancers collapsed in front of us – there’s probably more from the entire stretch of the parade.