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My Heart Needs a Lil Sunshine
A week-long break back home in Moalboal was just what I needed to clear my head and my heart and face whatever is up ahead with an...

Izobelle
Sep 20, 20184 min read
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Me and My Mermaid Dreams
There are afternoons When I dream of taking a sea journey And leaving without any goal While the day Dies. ~La Ville des Pirates I live...

Izobelle
Sep 13, 20182 min read
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Mama's 65th
If you've followed me or randomly read my blog for one reason or another, you'll know that I'm here in Cebu right now for my mom's 65th...

Izobelle
Sep 12, 20182 min read
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To the Guy Who Asked Why
I'm sorry if I hurt you in the process of not wanting to have my heart broken. I'm honestly just so tired of getting hurt again because I...

Izobelle
Sep 6, 20182 min read
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Maybe This Is a Sign
If this past week has taught me anything, it’s this: life has a way of pulling the rug from under you when you least expect it. One...

Izobelle
Sep 1, 20182 min read
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A Lazy Girl’s Guide to an Epic Star City Weekend
If you're craving classic weekend fun without the fuss of long planning and pricey tickets, Star City might just be your low-effort, high-reward answer. From nostalgic rides to unexpected laughs with friends, here’s why our Star City Saturday was totally worth braving the rain.

Izobelle
Aug 28, 20185 min read
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Crazy Rich Asians Almost Made Me Believe in Marriage
Caught Crazy Rich Asians at SM Aura and what a ride. Glamorous AF, unexpectedly heartfelt, and full of swoon-worthy Asian men. But what really got me was how it balanced the sparkle with real themes like family, identity, and knowing your worth. Spoiler: it made me almost believe in marriage. Almost.

Izobelle
Aug 25, 20184 min read
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Super Hyped for Our Star City Weekend
It’s a chill Tuesday and I have zero plans today, but I'm so hyped for the weekend. My teammates and I are headed to Star City, and while it’s not the fanciest amusement park, it holds a ton of childhood memories and promises the kind of fun that only happens with friends. Sometimes, it’s not about where you go - but who you’re screaming on rollercoasters with.

Izobelle
Aug 21, 20182 min read
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Let's Pretend It Doesn't Hurt
"Hey," he said with a smile. It's been several months since I've last seen him, but the memories came rushing back as vividly as if all...

Izobelle
Aug 18, 20182 min read
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Dignity Denied: When Goodbye Isn't Yours to Choose
She knew what she wanted: to leave this world with dignity, on her own terms. But illness took that power away, and so did the system around her. This isn’t just a story about dying - it’s about control, choice, and what happens when we deny people the right to both.

Izobelle
Aug 6, 20183 min read
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Death Should Be A Choice
On May 10, 2018, CNN published a story that has quietly stayed with me ever since. David Goodall, a 104-year-old Australian scientist,...

Izobelle
Aug 5, 20184 min read
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Mercato Centrale Is Sugbo Mercado With Bigger Vibes
Mercato Centrale is a food bazaar located in BGC. It's open from Wednesday to Saturday and is similar to the Sugbo Mercado in Cebu City.

Izobelle
Aug 5, 20183 min read
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Writer of All Trades, Storyteller for Fun
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