"Pearl of the Orient Seas" That's how we call the Philippines before. But aren't pearls represent opulence? Why on earth more than 70% of our population live below the poverty line, despite the rich natural resources? Are pearls associated with...

The Websters Universal English Dictionary defines Euphemism as a mild or inoffensive word substituted for a more unpleasant or offensive term; or the use of such inoffensive words. The use of euphemism seemed to be the trend nowadays as we read them...

What could be better in a bachelor's life when, after graduating from college, he lands in a high paying job, having an income more than enough for himself and more for night life and life savings? I was just on that same fix when some few years...

Speaking of beaches, the Philippines is endowed with many. What with the 7,107 islands on low tides and 7,100 during high tides, one can just have so many options to look up to. So, last weekend, by unanimous decision, my family decided to spend a...

These days, I get invited to Christian weddings either as a sponsor or as a witness. I missed the days when I get invited as part of the grooms entourage or as godfather during baptismals. Those days are gone. Times had changed. I wonder what could...