I woke up in the middle of the night by some weird sound coming from the back of the house. I sat up, rubbed my eyes, and focused all my attention on the noise that broke my sleep. Someone was crying. Did something bad happen? Wanting to know, I got out of my bed and … Continue reading Brother’s Meltdown
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SSW Doc #1: Trying out Idea Generation Tools
Hello, everybody. I’m trying out a new writing series where I’m going to document my short story writing journey. These documentations will contain the mistakes I’ve made and what I’ve done to correct those errors. Alright. Let’s begin. Since last year, I’ve always been dreaming of creating this big story narrative like all the writers … Continue reading SSW Doc #1: Trying out Idea Generation Tools
How an Act of Desperation Taught Me About Control
Ever since I’ve accepted that internship, I knew I lost control over my future. It’s been three weeks, since I’ve submitted my documents. And, I haven’t heard a single thing from the company. I have no idea what tools I’m working with, who I’m working with, and what department I’ll be staying at. Everything is … Continue reading How an Act of Desperation Taught Me About Control
Where and How To Get Practical Education that Brings Money
It’s a known fact that everything you need to know about something is on the internet. Be it cooking, web development, writing, business, and so much more. It’s all there! In a single search you’ll see thousands of videos, blogs, and articles surrounding one topic. We all know this, and we’re aware of this… BUT! … Continue reading Where and How To Get Practical Education that Brings Money
How Games Made Me Aware of My Biggest Insecurities
Valorant sucks. There I said it. I just don’t find the same enjoyment my friends experience when I play this stupid game. It’s not that the game is bad. I just don’t feel like playing the game, you know? I love watching pros battle against each other, watching the drama unfolding, the hype and things … Continue reading How Games Made Me Aware of My Biggest Insecurities
A Bet with a Child
It was a hot, humid Wednesday afternoon. People hurried along in and out of stores. Some buying food and some taking a smoke. I was there with the wave of hungry people as I weaved through the crowd like a boxer moving through the ring. But on that day, for whatever reason, my head was … Continue reading A Bet with a Child
Carpet Roads
When I was a little child, my preschool used to have two-hour breaks where we could do whatever we want. We could go outside, play around with the swing, and chase each other like cops and robbers. All this with a teacher supervising us, of course. It was always something I look forward too. Usually, … Continue reading Carpet Roads
The World’s Last Defense
In the dawn of late fall, purple hue covered the gloomy skies and thunderous roars echoed through the valleys. Heavy pounding poured in from left and right as craftsmen desperately repaired the crumbling walls. Hurried footsteps and shouting filled the streets as everyone left alive were moving weapons and traps towards the walls. No one … Continue reading The World’s Last Defense
A Supermarket of Childhood Memories
It was a warm December afternoon, I sat in front of a vacant food stall table in my local supermarket with ice cream in hand. I took in the buzzy atmosphere as people walked by with carts filled to the brim. It was chaotic and rowdy, but I was at peace. I can’t explain the … Continue reading A Supermarket of Childhood Memories
Never Mess With A Sleeping Byrde
In the deep forests of the Minotaur League’s eastern territory, stood a massive stone castle riddled with wear and tear from the passage of time slowly being absorbed by the embrace of nature. Vor Morwag, wearing Silversage heavy armor covering his entire body, aside from his head, oozed confidence and prestige to those who saw … Continue reading Never Mess With A Sleeping Byrde
