• Capsule Number 16: The Crocodile’s Tears

    So gracious in the spotlight, arrogance in the murky dark. Behind the back, a sinister plot- a dagger placed inside her heart. Standing with your allies, the sly smirk I saw. A glorious figure, high and mighty, with a self-important… Continue reading

    Capsule Number 16:  The Crocodile’s  Tears
  • Capsule Number 15: Lessons I Learned Now That I am In My Mid- 40s

    Now that I am in my mid- 40s, I can look back and see that life has been generous in giving me tangerines, not lemons. And honestly, I’m glad. These tart and sweet moments have made me exactly who I… Continue reading

    Capsule Number 15: Lessons I Learned Now That I am In My Mid- 40s
  • Capsule Number 14: Silence in Autumn

    Some weeks are silence. I let the moments drift, The day is soft and dark, but the air is kind. Birds burst into song left and right, promising me that the future will be lighter and brighter. Wearing my favorite… Continue reading

    Capsule Number 14: Silence in Autumn
  • Capsule Number 13: Gypsophila

    It was late spring when Engin and Cyprus exchanged their vows in front of Lake Seraphina, the town’s most picturesque destination, famous for its numerous villas. The ceremony was intimate, attended only by a few close friends, as Engin’s family… Continue reading

    Capsule Number 13: Gypsophila
  • Capsule Number 12: Stage Play

    Precious was hired in 2019 as a housekeeping staff at a small inn near Avado. She was immediately hired because of the recommendation of Anje the inn’s officer -in- charge. Anje, gave Raven a heads – up about Precious –… Continue reading

    Capsule Number 12: Stage Play
  • Capsule Number 11: The Bowl of Noodles

    There was a young boy known as the rebellious son of a middle- class family. Growing up wasn’t easy, their family struggled financially, constantly taking out loans just to make their ends meet. Rafael was different. He was kind, with… Continue reading

    Capsule Number 11:   The Bowl of Noodles
  • Capsule Number 10: The Rarest Kind Of Bond

    Some of the most valuable and rarest connections we can have in life are with true friends. Friendship to me, is something pure, solid, and free from judgment. A true friend accepts you exactly as you are without trying to… Continue reading

    Capsule Number 10:  The Rarest Kind Of Bond
  • Capsule Number 9 : Inner Flame

    When was the last time you truly communicated with God? Or when did He call you, and you immediately answered His call? Lately, I’ve been so busy juggling work and other activities that I almost forgot the most important thing… Continue reading

    Capsule Number 9 : Inner Flame
  • Capsule Number 8: The Unbound Being

    In the midst of solitude, she rose, Like the phoenix from the burning ashes, Calling for the goddess’s grace, To grant her forgotten wishes. She doesn’t seek to be the greatest, Only to be the light in dreary nights, Her… Continue reading

    Capsule Number 8:  The Unbound Being
  • Capsule Number 7: Unmasking Amara

    Amara was deeply spiritual. She attended mass regularly, always took part in missions and often shared words of faith. She was the first to say “God Bless” and “Take care,” the first to act like the most pious person to… Continue reading

    Capsule Number 7: Unmasking Amara