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1. My Sad Republic reviews

An socio-political essay on the economic status/situation of the Philippines for the past century up to the presents with a reflective analysis of the country's history and its current post-colonial challenges.

Complete - Essay - Fiction Rated: K+ - English - General/Adventure - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,107 - Reviews: 1 - Updated: 10-5-09 - Published: 10-5-09

2. Fine Dining at Ka Lui's Restaurant reviews

A culinary essay on the world-renowned Ka Lui's fresh seafood restaurant in Puerto Princesa City, Palawan, Philippines.

Complete - Essay - Fiction Rated: K - English - Adventure/General - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,008 - Reviews: 1 - Updated: 10-5-09 - Published: 10-5-09

3. Why Bandillo never gives up on Palawan

An essay on thge multi-award-winning community newspaper "Bandillo ng Palawan" of Puerto Princesa City including its struggle to sustain the tropical environment and diversity of the island-province of Palawan in the Philippines.

Complete - Essay - Fiction Rated: K+ - English - General/Adventure - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,271 - Reviews: 0 - Updated: 10-5-09 - Published: 10-5-09

4. Can Noynoy come out of his parents' shadow?

A political essay on the upcoming 2010 presidential elections in the Philippines focusing on the bid of current senator Benigno "Noynoy" Aquino III as an emerging icon for change.

Essay - Fiction Rated: K+ - English - General/Adventure - Chapters: 1 - Words: 920 - Reviews: 0 - Updated: 10-5-09 - Published: 10-5-09

5. From Vietnam with Love

A culinary essay on the traditional Vietnamese dish called chao-long, a legacy of the once poverty-stricken refugees to the island of Palawan, Philippines and how it became a popular culinary delight in Puerto Princesa City.

Complete - Essay - Fiction Rated: K - English - General/Adventure - Chapters: 1 - Words: 604 - Reviews: 0 - Updated: 10-5-09 - Published: 10-5-09

6. Ode to a Fisherman’s Giant Crab

A poetic symbolism on the Filipino cultural trait of crab mentality in the Philippines as well as its implications on greed, corruption and envy in society.

Complete - Politics - Fiction Rated: K+ - English - General/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 314 - Reviews: 0 - Updated: 10-5-09 - Published: 10-5-09

7. Eva and the Crocodile

A poetic symbolism on dark seduction, sex and rape among teenagers.

Complete - General - Fiction Rated: T - English - Drama/Horror - Chapters: 1 - Words: 218 - Reviews: 0 - Updated: 10-5-09 - Published: 10-5-09

8. Chant to José Rizal reviews

A poetic song in honor to the achievements and legacy of Dr. Jose Rizal, the Philippine national hero.

Complete - Song - Fiction Rated: K - English - General - Chapters: 1 - Words: 283 - Reviews: 1 - Updated: 10-5-09 - Published: 10-5-09

9. Escape to Paradise:The Vietnamese Odyssey

A biographic essay on the history and migration of Vietnamese refugees to the Philippines from the late 1970's up to the early 1990's in the island-province of Palawan in commemoration to the historic Viet Ville Legacy Settlement.

Complete - Essay - Fiction Rated: K+ - English - Adventure/General - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,114 - Reviews: 0 - Updated: 10-5-09 - Published: 10-5-09

10. A republic of slums and rebels

A film review of the movie adaptation of Khaled Hosseini's "The Kite Runner" and its universal significance in relation to the armed New People's Army NPA , a revolutionary Communist militant movement in the Philippines.

Complete - Historical - Fiction Rated: K+ - English - General/Tragedy - Chapters: 1 - Words: 887 - Reviews: 0 - Updated: 4-5-08 - Published: 4-5-08

11. Die Rosen & Sonnenuntergang reviews

Zwei Übersetzungen aus dem philippinischen Englisch über die Liebe und Melancholie, ein Hauch tropischer Gothik und surrealistischer Ausdruck durch Poesie.

Complete - Love - Fiction Rated: K - German - Romance/General - Chapters: 1 - Words: 177 - Reviews: 1 - Updated: 1-28-08 - Published: 1-28-08

12. Der Schwein

Eine deutsche Übersetzung des philippinischen Klassikers Ang Baboy Der Schwein von John Iremil Teodoro über die Liebe und das Leben in folklorischer Form. Humor und symbolisierung sind hier sehr erkennbar.

Complete - Love - Fiction Rated: K+ - German - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 161 - Reviews: 0 - Updated: 1-28-08 - Published: 1-28-08

13. Lunar Nostalgia

A diary entry on my adolescent life, questions and fears of the future, the overcoming of struggles and pain. Hindrances and past memories...dreams and ambitions, personal thoughts about life and the dilema of identity...about my college life in green ink

Essay - Fiction Rated: K+ - English - General - Chapters: 1 - Words: 780 - Reviews: 0 - Updated: 1-20-08 - Published: 1-20-08

14. A Summer Journey in Amsterdam reviews

Tales and experiences of Amsterdam, memories of a long travel in the Dutch countryside back in 2004 and strange encounters of excessive liberalism in the kingdom of dikes, windmills and marijuana...

Complete - Essay - Fiction Rated: T - English - General - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,509 - Reviews: 1 - Updated: 1-20-08 - Published: 1-20-08

15. Decaying white elephants

A documentary essay on the status of white elephants in the Philippines, products of corruption stolen from national revenue and tax reserves. The social problem of scandals and ambitious developments created, never completed and used for nothing.

Complete - Essay - Fiction Rated: K+ - English - General - Chapters: 1 - Words: 712 - Reviews: 0 - Updated: 1-20-08 - Published: 1-20-08

16. What about the welfare state?

Political analysis on the concept of the welfare state, ideals on social reforms and democratic socialism, the protection of labor and the promotion of the social security system in the Philippines. Changes in our national bureaucracy is very much needed.

Complete - Essay - Fiction Rated: K+ - English - General - Chapters: 1 - Words: 712 - Reviews: 0 - Updated: 1-20-08 - Published: 1-20-08

17. Weinachten pur: Memoirs of a white Christmas

Memories of a long lost childhood in the Federal Republic of Germany, images and experiences of past events during the winter season, migrant tales and journeys in Bonn and Berlin...

Complete - Biography - Fiction Rated: K - English - General - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,547 - Reviews: 0 - Updated: 1-20-08 - Published: 1-20-08

18. Mga Anino ng Dagat

Isang kwento na puno ng hiwaga. Ang binatilyong si Andres na bigo sa pagibig ay umuwi sa kanyang probinsiya upang makapahinga at tumulong sa ama. Ngunit may mga malignong nangayyari sa tabing dagat...isang engkantada? Diwata?

Supernatural - Fiction Rated: T - Filipino - Supernatural/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 776 - Reviews: 0 - Updated: 12-18-07 - Published: 12-18-07

19. The artist and the revolution

The importance of the artist and his contribution of art in society and his influence on the common is irreplacable. No civilization has ever survived without art. A tribute on the welfare of the art. A portrait of the artist as a national hero.

Complete - Essay - Fiction Rated: K - English - General - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,241 - Reviews: 0 - Updated: 12-18-07 - Published: 12-18-07

20. The Adverse Effects of Climate Change

An essay on the adverse effects and historical portfolio on the alarming issue of climate change and global warming, all its scientific aspects and its first victims. An advocacy for global environmentalism should be awaken to the concious human mind!

Essay - Fiction Rated: K+ - English - Tragedy/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,293 - Reviews: 0 - Updated: 11-23-07 - Published: 11-23-07

21. Free Burma!

An advocacy calling on world leaders to free the state of Burma, now known as the Union of Myanmar which has een suffering from military rule for almost 50 years. It must be freed from the abusive dictatorship of the military junta.

Complete - Essay - Fiction Rated: K+ - English - Tragedy/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 850 - Reviews: 0 - Updated: 11-23-07 - Published: 11-23-07

22. Art for the social conscience

From the point of view of a frustrated artist and art critic, this column makes a statement of the welfare of art and its significance in culture and society, the misunderstanding and rejection an artist receives from society.

Essay - Fiction Rated: K+ - English - Drama/Tragedy - Chapters: 1 - Words: 675 - Reviews: 0 - Updated: 11-23-07 - Published: 11-23-07

23. Apocalyptic Environmentalism

A journalist reportcolumn on the issues and adverse effects of global warming, climate change and environment conservation. An eye opener for advocates and activists for the great threat that our ecosystem now faces.

Complete - Essay - Fiction Rated: K+ - English - General/Tragedy - Chapters: 1 - Words: 636 - Reviews: 0 - Updated: 11-22-07 - Published: 11-22-07

24. Yeng Constantino hits San Agustin by Storm!

A news reportage on OPM starlet Yeng Constantino on her recent concert at the University of San Agustin Gymnasium in Iloilo City, Philippines.

Complete - Essay - Fiction Rated: K - English - General - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,281 - Reviews: 0 - Updated: 10-2-07 - Published: 10-2-07

25. Rediscovering the Hidden Charms of Cebu and Bohol reviews

A travelogue article on a recent journey to Cebu and Bohol in the Central Visayas Region of the Philippines. Discover a world of diverse culture, turbulent history, magnetic tourism and economic prosperity through the eyes of a young journalist.

Complete - Historical - Fiction Rated: K - English - General - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,181 - Reviews: 1 - Updated: 10-2-07 - Published: 10-2-07

26. Cebu's Golden Moment in the Sun

An essay on the economic boom of Cebu, Philippines. The story of a rising economic champion and a global magnet for tourism, leisure, gastronomy, innovation and investments. Cebu is the country's symbol of economic prosperity.

Complete - Essay - Fiction Rated: K - English - General - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,222 - Reviews: 0 - Updated: 10-2-07 - Published: 10-2-07

27. Journalism without Borders reviews

A column on the current violence and situation concerning journalism including human rights abuses and press censorship issues worldwide. Recommendable to aspirant broadcasters and writers.

Complete - Essay - Fiction Rated: K - English - General/Tragedy - Chapters: 1 - Words: 581 - Reviews: 1 - Updated: 10-2-07 - Published: 10-2-07

28. Visualizing the 'Philippines Dream'

A column on Philippine socioeconomic problems caused by political greed, social carelessness and corruption. The essay speaks of a political theory of nationalism and the creation of anillusive 'Philippine Deam' for national unity and progress.

Complete - Essay - Fiction Rated: K - English - General - Chapters: 1 - Words: 670 - Reviews: 0 - Updated: 10-2-07 - Published: 10-2-07

29. An Instant Day with the Governor of Iloilo

A short glimpse at the economic and political situation of the province of Iloilo, Philippines in an interview encounter with its present governor, Hon. Gov. Niel D. Tupas, Sr. The province is among the most progressive and fastest growing in the country.

Complete - General - Fiction Rated: K - English - General - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,805 - Reviews: 0 - Updated: 10-1-07 - Published: 10-1-07

30. Guimaras Revealed: Glimpses of an Island's History » reviews

A portfolio and provincial profile of the mystic Philippine island province of Guimaras. In this essay, its history and foundations as a province is revisited. The story of its natural bounty, marine biodiversity and clear waters retold!

Complete - Historical - Fiction Rated: K - English - General/Tragedy - Chapters: 4 - Words: 5,365 - Reviews: 1 - Updated: 2-5-07 - Published: 12-14-06

31. The Definition of Love reviews

Hoe would you define love? Do we all have a common answer? For centuries, man has struggled to unlock its mystery yet until today we do not seem to fully understand its power and monumentality in life. Here's a short background about its very essence

Complete - Romance - Fiction Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 709 - Reviews: 1 - Updated: 2-5-07 - Published: 2-5-07

32. The Myth of Santa Claus: A Legacy of St Nicholas reviews

This is the biography of the mythical figure we all know today as Santa Claus. It is the story of St. Nicholas and his legacy to the world culture of Christmas.

Complete - Historical - Fiction Rated: K - English - Supernatural/Spiritual - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,159 - Reviews: 1 - Updated: 12-7-06 - Published: 12-7-06

33. The Educational Institutions of Jaro reviews

A brief hsistory and analysis of the university and spiritual belt of the Western Visayas region in the Philippines. It shows glimpses of the country's leading institutions such as the Central Philippine University and Colegio de San Jose.

Complete - Historical - Fiction Rated: K+ - English - General - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,754 - Reviews: 1 - Updated: 12-7-06 - Published: 12-7-06

34. Estado ng Wikang Filipino sa San Agustin

Isang interbyu na isinagawa ko sa aking university ayon sa lagay ng wikang Filipino sa ating lipunan. Nakuha ko ang mga aspketong ito kay Professor Erwin Sustento, isang Ph. D. in Filipino sa UP Diliman.

Complete - Essay - Fiction Rated: K - Filipino - General - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,479 - Reviews: 0 - Updated: 12-7-06 - Published: 12-7-06

35. Graciano Lopez Jaena: The Ilonggo National Hero reviews

A historical biography of Dr. Graciano Lopez Jaena, the Redemptionist of the Propaganda Movement, whose works sparked the beginning Philippine Revolution. He is remembered as the Great Orator.

Biography - Fiction Rated: T - English - General/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,893 - Reviews: 1 - Updated: 8-8-06 - Published: 8-8-06

36. Erinnerungen an meine lieben Huren » reviews

Ein Gedicht über die Hass und Liebe an alle Mädchen, die mir was angetan haben. Es beschreibt die Dunkelheit meiner Gefühle über sie. Inspiriert von Ich + Ich. Includes English translation in Chapter 2!

Love - Fiction Rated: T - German - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 389 - Reviews: 1 - Updated: 7-20-06 - Published: 2-20-06

37. The Expressway reviews

A song about surreal emotions depicted by the highway or the Autobahn in Germany. It's about my life, leaving Germany and all that. It was inspired by Hale and Coldplay.

Song - Fiction Rated: K - English - Drama/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 307 - Reviews: 3 - Updated: 7-17-06 - Published: 7-17-06

38. Burning Heart reviews

This is a personal poem reflecting the essence of guilt and suicide effects symbolized by surreal agony and past memories. It is the burning heart of emotions. Inspired by Linkin Park.

Life - Fiction Rated: K+ - English - Drama/General - Chapters: 1 - Words: 310 - Reviews: 2 - Updated: 7-17-06 - Published: 7-17-06

39. Die Freude des Lebens

Die Psychologie über das Glück und Freude im Leben nach dem wir alle suchen und immer wieder vergebend nichts davon finden und keine Antwort auf viele Fragen nach inneren Frieden erhalten. Einige wichtige Theorien und Phasen in der Essenz des Lebens.

Essay - Fiction Rated: T - German - Mystery/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,362 - Reviews: 0 - Updated: 7-12-06 - Published: 7-12-06

40. Die fremde Heimat Philippinen

Das besondere Steckbrief und Chronik über das Land, das mir gleichzeitig sehr bekannt und fremd erscheint. Ein Einblick auf die Inselwelt meiner Ursprünge. Entdecke das Kultur und Leben einer besonderen Vielfalt!

Essay - Fiction Rated: K+ - German - Parody/General - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,024 - Reviews: 0 - Updated: 7-12-06 - Published: 7-12-06

41. Henry Sy: Life, Works & Achievements reviews

The biography of Philippine industrial giant and SM founder , Henry Sy. A rags-to-riches phenomenon of a Chinese immigrant in World War II, he started as a young shoe retailer in Manila and later became the respected mall magnate of Asia.

Biography - Fiction Rated: T - English - General/Adventure - Chapters: 1 - Words: 8,311 - Reviews: 1 - Updated: 7-6-06 - Published: 7-6-06

42. My Sad Republic: A Portrait of the Philippines reviews

An editorial on the failure and downfall of the once promising Philippine dream that has now become a nightmare to the Filipino people, a heartbreaking ecstasy of national passion and dignity that makes this country unique.

Essay - Fiction Rated: T - English - General/Tragedy - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,529 - Reviews: 2 - Updated: 6-9-06 - Published: 6-9-06

43. Seegnungen des Meeres reviews

Ein Gedicht über den Fischfang, eine sozialökonomische Lebensgrundlage für viele Menschen, die an den Küsten der philippinischen Inseln leben. Das Archipel ist einer der weltgrößten Produzenten von Meeresfrüchten.

Nature - Fiction Rated: K+ - German - Poetry/General - Chapters: 1 - Words: 150 - Reviews: 1 - Updated: 6-2-06 - Published: 6-2-06

44. Der Clown

Eine Widmung an alle Komiker, die uns gewöhnliche Menschen die Freude des Lebens bringen. Der Clown war schon immer ein Symbol der Freude und Unterhaltung.

Humor - Fiction Rated: K - German - Humor/Poetry - Chapters: 1 - Words: 114 - Reviews: 0 - Updated: 6-2-06 - Published: 6-2-06

45. Das Liebesorakel

Ein Gedicht über das Schicksal und Trennung einer Liebe, das wir im Laufe des Lebens immer wieder begegnen.

Love - Fiction Rated: K+ - German - General - Chapters: 1 - Words: 110 - Reviews: 0 - Updated: 6-2-06 - Published: 6-2-06

46. Vivions in B Minor reviews

A devotion to an old dream of guilt and agony that I had in my past life that is still haunting me every night. Damn, all these memories are holding me down. I miss Berlin like hell.

Life - Fiction Rated: K - English - Drama/Poetry - Chapters: 1 - Words: 145 - Reviews: 7 - Updated: 6-2-06 - Published: 6-2-06

47. Harrowing Hearts: Angelo Magnifico » reviews

Danny, a Filipino teenager who has lived most of his life as a wanderer and a holy exorcist dies at young age. In heaven, he tells the story of his unpleasant life and the realities he refuses to accept even at death.

Spiritual - Fiction Rated: T - English - Spiritual/Drama - Chapters: 2 - Words: 2,676 - Reviews: 7 - Updated: 3-25-06 - Published: 4-14-05

48. Berliner Sommer reviews

Ein Lied über die schönen Tagen der Jugend im freien Sommer in Berlin. Rap über den Alltag des Lebens und Strophen über den städtischen Sommerferien. Inspiriert von Sido.

Song - Fiction Rated: K+ - German - General - Chapters: 1 - Words: 235 - Reviews: 2 - Updated: 3-5-06 - Published: 3-5-06

49. La Familia Zobel de Ayala reviews

A portfolio on the industrial Zobel de Ayala clan that has contributed to the industrial progress of the Philippines, a tycoon figure that matters in the national economy.

Historical - Fiction Rated: K+ - English - General - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,760 - Reviews: 2 - Updated: 2-27-06 - Published: 2-27-06

50. Ningning sa mga Kuko ng Liwanag reviews

Isang makasaysayang tula na nagbibigay konsensya sa mga luksa at kahirapan sa lipunan ng Pilipinas ngayon.

Politics - Fiction Rated: K+ - Filipino - Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 158 - Reviews: 1 - Updated: 2-27-06 - Published: 2-27-06

51. Du bist das Wunder der Welt reviews

Eine Liebeserklärung an alle hochdepressiven und außergewöhnlichen Menschen auf dieser Welt, die das Schicksal übersehen hat und trotzdem Wunder bewirken können. Inspiriert von Söhne Mannheims.

Song - Fiction Rated: K+ - German - Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 217 - Reviews: 2 - Updated: 2-27-06 - Published: 2-27-06

52. Die vier Jahreszeiten

Ein Gedicht über die Poesie des Alleinseins, die Isolation der menschlichen Seele und die Verlassenheit unserer alltäglichen Dimension während die vier Jahreszeiten.

Nature - Fiction Rated: K - German - Supernatural - Chapters: 1 - Words: 99 - Reviews: 0 - Updated: 2-27-06 - Published: 2-27-06

53. Ibulong Mo Sa Akin reviews

Isang tula na nagbibigay dangal sa pagmamahal ng lahing Pilipino sa isa’t isa, sa kapwa tao at sa buong mundo.

Love - Fiction Rated: K+ - Filipino - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 82 - Reviews: 1 - Updated: 2-20-06 - Published: 2-20-06

54. Gulong ng Palad reviews

Isang tula alay sa kahirapan ng bansa na naglalarawan sa mga landas ng squatter at slum area ng Metro Manila.

Politics - Fiction Rated: K+ - Filipino - Drama/General - Chapters: 1 - Words: 102 - Reviews: 1 - Updated: 2-20-06 - Published: 2-20-06

55. Oktoberfest in the Philippines reviews

A historical and economic background of the German industrial presence in the Philippines, homage to the 100th anniversary the founding of its Business Club.

Historical - Fiction Rated: K+ - English - General/Supernatural - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,975 - Reviews: 2 - Updated: 2-20-06 - Published: 2-20-06

56. High School Medley reviews

A poem in dedication to my friends and school in Berlin, inspired by the song Geile Zeit of Juli. A song of Berlin reminiscences, it tells about my youth as well.

Friendship - Fiction Rated: K - English - Poetry/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 344 - Reviews: 10 - Updated: 1-7-06 - Published: 1-7-06

57. Poverty: An Economic Study reviews

This thesis for our Economics major was a requirement for 10th grade. It is an economc study about poverty in the Philippines, its society in and the world in general.

Essay - Fiction Rated: T - English - General - Chapters: 1 - Words: 6,530 - Reviews: 2 - Updated: 12-30-05 - Published: 12-30-05

58. The Catholic Church's Sin reviews

A tribute to the late Philippine Cardinal Jaime Sin, the most powerful spiritual leader of the Philippines and probably the Christian world. He greatly contributed to the liberal justice of Catholicism in society.

Essay - Fiction Rated: K - English - General/Supernatural - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,249 - Reviews: 1 - Updated: 11-28-05 - Published: 11-28-05

59. Apocalypse: A Link in Time and Destiny reviews

This is the philosophy of my selfbeing, destiny, society and national identity based on my life journey. Recommendeble to aspiring Filipino writers and philosophical readers.

Complete - Essay - Fiction Rated: K+ - English - General/Tragedy - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,609 - Reviews: 2 - Updated: 11-6-05 - Published: 11-6-05

60. The Hero » reviews

This essay portrays how Greek mythology combines with our daily lives and the ultimite hero within ourselves. We all have something unique in us.

Essay - Fiction Rated: K+ - English - General - Chapters: 2 - Words: 2,029 - Reviews: 1 - Updated: 4-19-05 - Published: 4-19-05

61. The Peaceful Universe » reviews

A story of an unusual migrant life, the migration from the Philippines to Germany, her love story with Julian and her dramatic life. Clarissa Palermo races with her own destiny in a world full of complexities.

Romance - Fiction Rated: T - English - Drama/Fantasy - Chapters: 4 - Words: 10,427 - Reviews: 9 - Updated: 1-10-05 - Published: 12-9-04

62. Romeo & Juliet » reviews

A review dedicated to one of my favorite plays of all time, "Romeo & Juliet" forever! It is divided up in different topics.Please read and review

Essay - Fiction Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 6 - Words: 2,229 - Reviews: 11 - Updated: 12-21-04 - Published: 12-21-04

63. Requiem for a Dream reviews

This is the story of Clara, a beautiful lass who leaves her native Philippines and her passionate boyfriend behind and for the first time in her life, she understands her fate and the power of love. True love never dies!

Complete - Romance - Fiction Rated: K - English - Romance/Tragedy - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,544 - Reviews: 14 - Updated: 12-5-04 - Published: 12-5-04