A PAROL
A traditional lantern made in the Philippines during the holiday season. It signifies the star that the Three Kings followed. It is customarily made of bamboo and translucent tissue paper…
SHADOW
“You want to go to the market with me, Meyot?” his *tatay asked one early morning, calling him by the endearing pet name. “Of course, Tatay!” he exclaimed as he…
“IF”
“Baby!” his immediate answer when she asked what endearing term he called her; the glint in his eyes enlightening his gaunt face. It pleased her to no end to again…