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Irene Sarmiento’s Stray Cats Combines the Whimsical and Tragic Vibe of Manila
One might also wonder why most of the adults, especially those who look and act “proper,” seem to care little or not at all, while Elisa insists on searching for her friend, even when it means facing terrible monsters herself.
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Art Fair Philippines, Color Blindness, and How To Get Out of a Slump
Somewhere along the way, you’ll find people who will help you once you decide to challenge your limitations. You might even find love as you thread.
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How To Navigate Manga Fandom Discourse (and Dispel Bad Vibes)
I always tell myself that manga, and fiction in general, is something that should enrich my life. It is not my life.
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I Kept Myself Warm
I need not ache for one mortal life when sincere affection blooms all around.
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Learning From Ants: On Hunter x Hunter’s Iconic Bugs Arc
Meruem’s transformation from an insufferable royal brat to a caring king teaches us that when you include love in forging relationships, you can create something beautiful.
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A Saving Moment
The closest I could catch a sunbeam with my hands is in surprising moments when you ask: “How are you doing?”
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Fragments
Fleeting, ever fleeting, milliseconds passing; cramming these instances in a treasure chest within
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Living Nine Other Lives
Loneliness will eventually kick in when a person doesn’t have someone to share feelings, thoughts, and experiences with. Not having a soundboard and being trapped in a bubble will, over time, chip away at one’s self-sustained happiness.