It all started at the end of my sophomore year of high school. When we were all gathered in the school hall for an announcement, I noticed him. Why did I only see him that time, like nearly three years later? A quiet guy from another class. He’s super attractive…

“Regret Might Come From a Simple Adore” — “Is this seat taken, Miss?” It all started with that single sentence and ended with a decision I still regret to this day. The weather in Ubud that night was scorching. Perhaps a drink of iced coffee will help me deal with the emotions that my boss has been playing…

for the first time in my existence, I can take pleasure in the pain. I am a person with a poor pain tolerance. When I only stubbed my toe on a small stone, it made me wince in pain already. Even I was in excruciating pain for about four days…

She was happy. I recall being overjoyed on my birthday. I’d been acting like a toddler with too much sugar for a few days. I recall being extremely delighted when I invited my neighbors around for a lunch. My mother had purchased me such a lovely birthday cake that I…

Sometimes I look at myself It’s a little bit selfish I tried but I can’t win You don’t even know My Life, Mark Tuan The sun has risen, but I’m still content to roll around on my quite large bed. Weekend mornings are ideal for lounging. …

It was just another ordinary day at noon. I’m shackled to my desk. Until my YouTube account receives a notification. Junny’s new song was just released. I’m aware that Junny has a soft and soothing voice; in fact, I’ve listened to several of his songs. Nostalgia. I thought it was…

The Chess Prince Shadow. Since junior high school, Shadow has been my middle name. I realized then that they — I mean handsome and popular guy — couldn’t see me. No, this isn’t a horror story; perhaps it’s a sad one. It’s excruciatingly painful, but now that I’m used to it, it’s become…

But you don’t need me, like I need you. Baby, I call in the dead of night But you don't need me like I need you Pray that I won't be alone “What are your plans for today?” I heard he asked me through the phone call. “Uhm, I’m going nowhere, I guess.” “Do you want to spend some…

From His Not-So-Little Daughter Hi, Dad. I haven't addressed you in that manner in a long time. I mean, for these past few years, I've been calling you Mister, Sir, and other formal titles. Just like we're nothing. Just like we are strangers. It's a little awkward, I know. Since that day, we've been awkward…