Footlose Old-timer
Contrary to what younger people think, the life of a senior is never dull. It is full of excitement – either the DIY kind of thing or be a part of the exciting life of others. Of late, I had a full serving of excitement with members of my family. Here’s why…
At the foot of Mt. Talinis, Negros Oriental, Philippines, is a perfect place to have a respite from the stress of city life; from the noise and pollution that come with urban living. This is no idle talk, or a smart marketing ploy because Forest Camp is 2.5 hectares of unspoiled nature. Situated in Valencia, a…
Have you ever thought what life would be if you cannot see? Maybe you haven’t. Maybe you treat your eyes on “as-need” basis. That as long as you wake up each morning to a burst of colors, you need not care for them.
When was the last time you had diarrhea? Two weeks ago I had a mild case. I thought it was mild because I did not feel any of its side-effects. I thought two tablets of Loperamide and meals of hard-boiled eggs and congee were enough to help me get over it. They did, but my…
“Why do you drink alone?’ My date asked me this question over a few beers at City Times Square a month ago. Before I go into it, here’s a quick rundown of the place. City Times Square is a two-story building 15 minutes drive from my home. It is my favorite Saturday-evening hangout because it…
Officially, I am retired. Unofficially, I spend no less than 10 hours per day as a blogger and a freelance writer. I need to. Besides loving writing, I need to find something to keep away boredom and loneliness.
Wearables are items that are worn or carried, as an accessory. The term is not new. In fact, it dates back to the 13th century when the first wearable was invented – the eyeglasses. Thanks to technology, today’s wearables are more than just a pair of reading glasses. They are more multi-functional, cool and chic devices that…
I am not anti-social, but more often than not, I relish to be alone. While most people take being “alone” as solitude or loneliness, it is not. At least, it does not have the same negative connotation as its cousins. Being alone isn’t bad if it is a deliberate choice. On the other hand, it…
Elderly poverty – shocking but true!Do you know how it is to be broke? A few years after retirement, I was down on my luck. I mean really down. All my business ventures failed, my retirement pension was almost depleted and I still had two kids in college. It was horrible, to say the least,…
I am not a diabetic (knock on wood), but I am surrounded by people who are. My younger sister is a diabetic. So is my uncle, my best friend, a cousin and more than a couple of guys I play tennis with. A friend became blind in one eye due to diabetes and another had…