Finally, I had a lead. It’s the first time I’m going on a research trip, and … Markupo 2Read more
Nagbuagan
It must be mine. The destruction was intoxicating with blood strewn on the bamboo forest. It … NagbuaganRead more
Pating na Pakpakan – 2
“The volery is only for birds!” Sumayang Galura’s voice boomed. “But they have feathers,” the Kingfisher … Pating na Pakpakan – 2Read more
Batibat – 4
The woman from the tree spoke to me again. This time there was no nightmare. We … Batibat – 4Read more
Sarimaw
The midnight hours reflected on the chains in front of the cave. Or carefully reflected on … SarimawRead more
Ngio-ngio
“It has to be scarlet! The color of flame!”“No, no, no, you have it all mixed … Ngio-ngioRead more
Akop
I write about death a lot. The creatures and gods of the middleworld and underworld don’t … AkopRead more
Tamyaw – 2
“Walker of the earth, who are you to come to me?” “Great spirit, I bow to … Tamyaw – 2Read more
Mameleu – 2
The salted vapor runs in my blood. Pangayaw (Sea raids) resonate in my memory. I am … Mameleu – 2Read more
Mamam – 2
Growing up my lola always said:Eat until you’re satisfied, never full. Looking at the panorama of … Mamam – 2Read more