the lullaby singer

“Papa, sing me a song. I can’t sleep,” nudged my children. They are requesting a lullaby that I used to sing. So, I get near them and sang lullabies, making my voice as soft as I could. Before I know, their body softens and they slept peacefully. It works like magic. And I enjoyed every … Read more

Cotton in my pocket

There is always a piece of cotton in my pocket. My pants’ pocket, actually, and in between all my books and notebook. Friends, colleagues, professors, and some persons noticed. Some are curious while some of them who saw me using it told me I am being careful. During our first year in the University we … Read more

Homebound – Walk of Life

Unpredictable journey

There was a rich and influential man. He was influential because he was rich. He was a good man but with shrewd workers. His workers loved him as they can take advantage of him. As far as he is concerned, he felt people loved him. His workers exploited the common people and his riches were … Read more

All Alone: Desolation

While scanning through my old journals, I found this piece – a kind of short poem.  It was written in those times when I really feel desolate.  And, I know, I am not a good writer. A decade went by, when must have written this small piece.  My joy and happiness are short-lived.  My health … Read more

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