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Whenever I have the time, I always visit museums in the Philippines or overseas when I travel! The picture above is one I took when I went to the Hong Kong Museum of Art last November 2023 (we frequent this country :D). I could go on and on why I have such a profound love for museums, but to cut it short, it bridges the gap between the past and present, and I find that very beautiful.

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I love going to different restaurants to try out new dishes, especially when I'm with my friends or family. The pasta above is one of the best I've had in Manila, just recently, with some prosciutto on top. Food often brings me and my friends together, as to why I love to chat with people over food, because it creates a deeper sense of connection!

P.S. Pasta and dumplings are among my favorite foods.

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A dinner celebration with my closest friends

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I am on the left most side of the picture and the mirror with glasses and a white polo! My friends and I are often busy with school, so we try to hangout at least twice a year. They were with me during my ups and downs, and have been friends for 7 years now!

I hope that during the duration of this program we will become great friends too!

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A stolen shot of me shopping for some books (I think my face says all you need to know)

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Reading is one of the hobbies I picked up as a child. Up to this day, I believe I have read a thousand books already. If I'm not sleeping, writing, eating, or studying, then I'm definitely in a corner reading another book!

Do you like reading as well?

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My professor took a shot of me while I was writing

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The papers stacked on the table beside me and my laptop contain a bunch of editorials I had to complete in a day! I started being a campus journalist during senior high school. Today, I'm currently writing for one of the few recognized student-led media organizations in South East Asia!

If my 10th grade English teacher didn't point out my potential, I wouldn't be here today.

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It was nice meeting everyone today! I hope that we will become productive throughout the COIL Program and stay connected after!

Can't wait to work with you all <3