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2025 WritingWrap-Up
and goals for 2026
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December 2025 Reads
I read so many really good books in December.
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Depression Update
Feb 18, 2025
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This Is 55
Aug 13, 2024
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Depression is Here
Feb 11, 2025
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Quitting Driving
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Filipino-American History Month 2025
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Funeral and Family
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Below are the top five posts of 2025, in chronological order, based on the most likes.
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Happy Holidays 2025!
I want to wish you all peace, love, and joy during this holiday season.
Dec 23, 2025
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Head Space - December 2025
A Short Note on How I’m Doing
Dec 16, 2025
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Tagalog Class Graduation
In August, I was interested in taking a Tagalog language class that began in September in order to reconnect with my roots.
Dec 9, 2025
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November 2025 Reads
My November favorite is Buckeye by Patrick Ryan.
Dec 2, 2025
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Thanksgiving 2025
This Thanksgiving I’m thankful for my life, my family, and my community including my Substack community.
Nov 25, 2025
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Bipolar Disorder and the Time Change
I haven’t been doing well since the time change.
Nov 18, 2025
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