Street of Faded Glory

Street of Faded Glory

The Escolta was Manila’s gem of a shopping street, until neglect and idiotic city officials made it go to seed.

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My Mother, Who Wanted to Live to Be 100

My Mother, Who Wanted to Live to Be 100

A widow’s lust for life left her children spellbound.

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Lovelier the Second Time Around

Lovelier the Second Time Around

When these seniors got married, they partied like teenagers.

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Courage Runs in the Family

Courage Runs in the Family

Lawyer-activist Tia Taruc’s disdain for oppressors is in her bloodline.

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Super Grandma

Super Grandma

At 93, Consuelo Dancel Sison is a livewire who pursues causes and dotes on her 33 grand and great-grandchildren.

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Tales of the Naked City

Tales of the Naked City

Two homicides and one honest deed stun the Filipino community in Las Vegas.

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Tacloban, Mon Amour

Tacloban, Mon Amour

Tragedy revives memories of pain and love for a gentle city.

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Desperately Seeking Relevance

Desperately Seeking Relevance

In which a highly accomplished woman in retirement finds her life’s Third Act—as a film extra.

   

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White Men Can’t Jump – Start

White Men Can’t Jump – Start

In which the author tutors her white business partner on how to survive Filipino-style negotiations.

   

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What We Are Grateful For

What We Are Grateful For

In which no one gives thanks for winning the lottery.

   

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