Here are some of my published literary works:
Creative Nonfiction
- Unti-unting pagkalusaw, Points of Contact: Philippine Collegian Literary Anthology 2021
- My body, my choice of period products, WGNRR’s Pasya advocazine, February 2021
- ‘Nak ng PI, TOMÁS: The Journal of the UST Center for Creative Writing and Literary Studies, Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2019-2020
- What love taught me about copywriting, Inquirer.net, Dec. 2, 2015
- Celebration of maybes, Philippine Daily Inquirer, July 30, 2015
Poetry
- Stargazing in the time of tokhang, Philippines Graphic, July 23, 2018
- Condo living, Parole: The UP Portia Sorority Literary Folio, April 2016
- Resolutions, Parole: The UP Portia Sorority Literary Folio, April 2016
- Sonnet of a Bitch, Parole: The UP Portia Sorority Literary Folio, April 2016
- At the central district & Buried, KALas: Kalasag Literary Folio, May 2012
The following are some articles I have produced over the years:
Kasal.com
- Wedding trends we’re expecting to see more in 2023 (Jan. 19, 2023)
- Look: These photos will inspire you to use magenta in your wedding in 2023 (Jan. 1, 2023)
- Filipino celebrities who got married in 2022 (Dec. 31, 2022)
- Pinoy celebs who got engaged in 2022 (Dec. 29, 2022)
- Why you should consider a Tagaytay wedding during the new normal (Dec. 26, 2022)
- Live-in agad vs. kasal muna: Which do you prefer? (Nov. 26, 2022)
- Believe it or not, these prenup photos were taken in the Philippines (Dec. 29, 2019)
- Dress shopping with the bride: Some practical tips (Dec. 11, 2019)
- More wedding planning myths debunked (May 10, 2019)
- Practical wedding planning tips to help you save money (May 4, 2019)
- How to take your destination wedding a notch higher (April 25, 2019)
- Look: Couple’s amazing prenup photos taken in Cubao (March 10, 2019)
- 2019 wedding trends (Jan. 31, 2019)
- Goals to set before getting married (Jan. 16, 2019)
- Why getting married in a resort is a good idea (Dec. 25, 2018)
- Wedding dress shopping mistakes you need to avoid (Nov. 19, 2018)
- Couple gets engaged under the Northern Lights (Sept. 30, 2018)
- Are you unconsciously damaging your engagement ring? (Sept. 25, 2018)
- The beauty of intimate weddings (Sept. 17, 2018)
- Taste by Design: Bizu x Rajo Laurel (Aug. 5, 2018)
- Fun additions to your wedding this rainy season (June 10, 2018)
- 6 things we really love about the Royal Wedding (May 21, 2018)
- How an OFW couple planned a wedding in the Philippines while they were abroad (April 19, 2018)
- How to honor deceased loved ones at your wedding (April 3, 2019)
- How a hotel wedding can make your summer wedding hassle-free (March 21, 2018)
- Are you aware of these wedding ring superstitions? (March 8, 2018)
- Promise ring, engagement ring, and wedding ring: What’s the difference? (Feb. 19, 2018)
- Wedding shots every bride must have (Jan. 22, 2018)
- Wedding trends we’d love to see more in 2018 (Dec. 27, 2017)
- What Pinays can learn from Anne Curtis (Nov. 13, 2017)
- Lily of the valley facts you need to know (Nov. 7, 2017)
- Look: These food shots will inspire you to have a color-themed wedding banquet (Oct. 17, 2017)
- Rob and Mae’s rustic-elegant wedding in Bukidnon (Sept. 29, 2017)
- Real talk: Is that wedding supplier legit? (Sept. 24, 2017)
- What we could learn from Vicki and Hayden’s wedding (Sept. 5, 2017)
- Hiring a wedding planner can help you save money (Aug. 21, 2017)
- Wedding planning myths debunked (July 26, 2017)
- VIRAL: Couple pulls off a Korean drama-inspired prenup pictorial (June 10, 2017)
- Celebrity wedding rings with the most bling (April 17, 2017)
- Get amazing deals with Ibarra’s Party Venues & Catering Services (July 17, 2016)
- On hiring the right wedding photographer: Tips from Smart Shot Studio (Sept. 25, 2015)
- Things to consider when deciding on food (May 23, 2015)
- 3 reasons why you should hire a good caterer like Hizon’s (Sept. 23, 2014)
Female Network
- Caterers you can book for your intimate wedding (Dec. 13, 2021)
- Wedding cake designs that are simply elegant (Nov. 28, 2021)
- Venues in Tagaytay that are perfect for your intimate wedding (Nov. 24, 2021)
- The best places to buy wedding rings in Metro Manila (Nov. 16, 2021)
- Garden wedding receptions in Manila that can make you forget you’re in the city (Nov. 15, 2021)
- How much does it cost to book Nice Print Photo for your wedding? (Nov. 3, 2021)
- How to make your own wedding invitations if you want to save money (Oct. 31, 2021)
- The pros and cons of each type of wedding venue (Oct. 26, 2021)
- Stunning beach wedding venues that are near Metro Manila (Oct. 21, 2021)
- Gorgeous reception venues in Quezon City you can book for your wedding (Oct. 19, 2021)
Sinaya Cup
- 7 goals women should consider setting (Feb. 26, 2022)
- What to do with used plastic shipping bags (Jan. 22, 2022)
- How to check your breast for lumps and other things you need to know about breast cancer prevention (Oct. 29, 2021)
- Why teenagers need comprehensive sex education (Sept. 14, 2022)
- How to talk to children about periods (May 16, 2022)
- 4 things we don’t miss about using sanitary pads during the dry season (April 30, 2021)
- Tracking and decoding your period (April 18, 2021)
- How to teach children about bodily autonomy (March 18, 2021)
- How a menstrual cup can help you save money (Jan. 16, 2021)
- 5 reasons why I’m thankful for my Sinaya Cup in 2020 (Dec. 31, 2020)
- How to convince your friends to try menstrual cups (Nov. 29, 2020)
- 4 signs you need to get a new Sinaya Cup (Nov. 8, 2020)
- Do you have PCOS? Here are 3 ways a menstrual cup may help you (Sept. 14, 2020)
- Why it’s important to educate girls about periods (May 31, 2020)
- Unproductive lately? That’s okay. (April 15, 2020)
- How a menstrual cup can help you during a pandemic (March 15, 2020)
- 4 ways to fight period shaming (Feb. 29, 2020)
- Self-care practices that aren’t just band-aid solutions (Feb. 15, 2020)
- Why we should talk about periods (Jan. 31, 2020)
- Menstrual cups and virginity (July 3, 2019)
- First blood (June 14, 2019)
- Period-related superstitions in the Philippines (June 13, 2019)
When in Manila
- 8 things we loved about Kasalan at Kotilyon 2018 (June 12, 2018)
- The essence of the Dungaw, an almost forgotten Filipino Catholic tradition (Jan. 27, 2018)
- Uncover the Manila that’s been hidden in plain sight at the MET (Aug. 13, 2017)
- Look: The beauty of San Sebastian Church and how we can help save it (Aug. 13, 2017)
- Sebastian’s Box: Finding joy in yummy treats (June 7, 2017)
- Makbet: Same old text, different time, ageless lessons (April 14, 2017)
- Sulok Cafe: Where you can enjoy great food, relax, and just be yourself (Jan. 26, 2017)
- One Fresh Cup mobile drip coffee: Freshly brewed coffee anytime, anywhere (Nov. 19, 2016)
- Quick and easy bakes! Oh Mug Gosh PH microwavable mug cakes (Oct. 18, 2015)
- Vikings: The luxury buffet for every Juan (Oct. 16, 2015)
- Nagmamahal, BennyBunnyBand: The EP launch to remember (Oct. 12, 2015)
- Artbox: Artsy fartsy notebooks, pens, and more (Sept. 10, 2015)
- BennyBunnyBand at the Wikalele: How I spent Buwan ng Wika (Sept. 2, 2015)
- The Body Spa and Waxing Lounge: The perfect hideaway in the city (July 2, 2015)
- Nikon goes to Pahiyas 2015: An awesome day with photo enthusiasts (May 22, 2015)
- Cake Shots: Guilt-free alcohol-laced cupcakes (May 19, 2015)
- Mouth-watering treats and exciting happenings at ‘Savor the Flavors Food Festival’ Day 1 (April 18, 2015)
- Angus Tapa Centrale: Indulge in prime quality beef tapa 24/7 (April 12, 2015)
- Canton Atbp: Two faces of Filipino society portrayed through dance (March 10, 2015)
- Daloy Dance Company’s ‘Reconfigure’: Contemplating about self-perception and symbolic rebirth (March 5, 2015)
- The Urban Cafe: Home of the best crocodile dishes (Nov. 28, 2014)
- Gabe’s Home Grown Dishes: The best eating place on Katipunan Avenue (Nov. 23, 2014)
- Causeway Seafood Restaurant: Taste superb authentic Cantonese food (Nov. 22, 2014)
- Intramuros Rising: One music, one art, one vision (Aug. 7, 2014)
- The Brow Studio: Brow-mance at its finest (July 17, 2014)
- G’s Cafe: Say G to good food and a great hangout place (July 8, 2014)
- Lazada’s best coffee maker to save the life of a busy coffee addict (June 17, 2014)
- Smokey tours are more than just tours (April 17, 2014)
- Bratpack x Sofar: Secret gig in a living room full of bags (April 15, 2014)
- Yoshinoya: Delicious, fast, and affordable Japanese food for everyone (March 8, 2014)
- Sipat Lawin’s ‘LoveNot’ – A gamble that was worth it (Feb. 27, 2014)
- A fundraising concert that was all for love (Dec. 30, 2013)
- Manila PubCrawl: Going beyond alcohol and bright lights (July 11, 2013)
- Bob Ong’s ‘Lumayo Ka Nga Sa Akin’ is a must-read! (Sept. 10, 2012)
- Get total protection with Norton 360 (Aug. 11, 2012)
- Jeepney: Filipino culture on wheels (April 8, 2012)