This gang’s MO is old as time, but apparently they are still able to fool people. Two of my friends’ families recently fell victim to this notorious gang. The MO is this: a stranger will call the house, hoping to speak to a househelp. They will that person that their “amo” (employer) got into an…
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.
Baby steps
It’s about being there to witness every precious moment, every memorable milestone, every heartwarming memory. But what if you’re not there every time to see it…feel it…relish it with your loved ones? A line from a song goes, “a moment gone is gone forever.” But at least you have the rest of your life to…
AH1N1 virus pandemic: days of paranaoia
At 42, I am at high risk for the AH1N1 virus. Yes, I am being paranoid, and I have my own reasons. The influenza virus can jump from one person to the next as easily as a basketball passes from one player to another (we’re watching game 4 of the NBA western conference finals between…
Si Katrina at ang hinaing ng pusang itim
Ayaw tantanan ng media ang iskandalong Hayden Kho sex videos. Sa katunayan, palala pa nang palala. Dumadami ang nadadamay na tao. Kaya nga sabi ko sa isang kasama sa trabaho, halong inis at awa ang nararamdaman ko kina Katrina, Maricar, at iba pang mga babae na “biktima” ni Hayden. Inis, kasi dapat inisip na nila…
The artists’ palate served at Taumbayan Restaurant
Quiet and seemingly reticent. But once you engage it, it will stimulate your senses. That’s Taumbayan Restaurant — the self-effacing eating place at T. Gener cor. K-1st, Kamuning, Quezon City. The place has become the hangout for artists. In fact, they hold workshops and lectures there. Young writers will find good mentors there if they’re…
