“The life of a midwife isn’t so hard,” Carina reflects. She’s seeing her 4th patient … Wak-wak (Surigao)Read more
Month: December 2017
Numputul (Sambal)
“What’s that sound?” “I don’t know, sounds like crunching. Maybe a wild animal’s having lunch.” … Numputul (Sambal)Read more
Maligno
There once lived a girl who spent her life in her own head, though if others … MalignoRead more
Baconaua
The night is not truly dark. Not while the moon and the stars shine their … BaconauaRead more
Anananggal
“Selamat pagi!” Aish greets me in his native language and I reply “Nice to see you.” … AnananggalRead more
Pating na Pakpakan
Scientists have been baffled by the bumblebee for years. Using old aerodynamic theory they shouldn’t … Pating na PakpakanRead more
Maria Cacao
Monica steps out of her car and takes in the fresh mountain air. Mount Lantoy, … Maria CacaoRead more
Kokok
There was an old woman who kept a peculiar pet It taught more about medicine … KokokRead more
Siyokoy (Tentacled)
“We’re over.” I stared at the words on my phone screen and I couldn’t believe … Siyokoy (Tentacled)Read more
Batibat
Patient’s name is Stephen Tabaquero. Male. Age 28. Patient has no previous history of schizophrenia … BatibatRead more