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I literally am a shitstorm of ideas and opinions. At dumating na sa puntong hindi ko na kayang manahimik pa. In this blog, I will share my thoughts about life, my rants, my heartaches, everything. Dahil hindi naman pupwedeng ako lang ang mai-stress sa buhay, dapat damay ka rin!

My blog will mostly include:

Writing Tips and Advice

Believe it or not, I am a writer—hindi pa nga lang published. I know a lot about characterizations, plot conceptualizations, outlining, writing a climactic ending, and so much more. This blog will show my journey on being published, hopefully. Promise ko iyon sa sarili ko: ang makapag-publish ng sarili kong libro.

Programming

I guess I am a Jack-of-All-Trades. Though writing is my hobby, programming is the career I am currently pursuing. Wala eh, IT ang course ko. So anything that I find amusing with regards on programming, I'll list it and post it here.

Life Lessons

I am one of those who wanted to change this world for the better. I have so many opinions up my sleeve that I could use to reshape everything. With this blog, I hope I can spread awareness on certain topics, help people who are in need of a friend, give light to those who are lost. All these by letting my voice be heard.

Rants

because why not?

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