There is often a negative connotation when people are likened to animals. In Filipino, it is an insult when you're told, "Hayup ka!" I wonder if this thinking is rooted in the primal nature of animals, because I can't find any other reason why they would deserve that undertone. My dogs, for example, as my biggest and most constant exposure to animals, have more wonderful traits that some humans lack: simplicity, loyalty, kindness, empathy, sensitivity.Negatives, brothers from another mother. #Br[...]
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A Part Apart
Getting tipsy at a wine fair, Christmases, graduation, family trips, and the long-distance runs we joined last year For the past weeks, since she'd finalised paperwork and itinerary, my sister has been out with friends having mini-despedidas for her #CountdownToSydney. The latter half of this week was spent at home, packing and arranging last minute details for her trip. During this time, I was priming myself for her departure, reminding myself that she'll be back sooner than I think. One year might see[...]