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No matter if it is race, sexual preferences, age, genders, political, economical, religious beliefs, etc; diversity is inevitable even way back in time. We should never let these differences divide us or make it a reason to turn to each other.

At this time when it is easier for us to communicate and travel to other places, get to know each other; wether in person or through the internet, it would be wonderful if we make use of these high technology to get a better view of those differences that divide us and help us understand others point of view.

I believe that we are all created differently not so we could argue who’s best or the strongest, we were created in diversity so we can work together and make this world a better place to live in. The world itself is an endless wonder there’s so much more that it can offer for us, why not try to explore, learn, appreciate, recognize and celebrate so that these differences will not exists?

Do you agree?

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A couple of months after lockdown 2020 were partially lifted; my sister got tested positive for Covid-19 and was quarantined at home, isolated in her room. I was quarantined together with my sister even though I got tested negative for the virus as I was in close contact with her. She has shown symptoms like loss of smell and taste, headache, fever, dry cough and difficulty of breathing.

Since I am quarantined together with her, I took care of her; I made sure she eats even though she lost her appetite due to the virus, be properly hydrated, drinks her medicine and I even brew some herbal teas for her to drink. I made sure to sanitize the house at all time even though she only stays in her room all throughout the time she was sick. Wash and properly sanitize all the dinnerware that she used for each meal. I also became some sort of walking and talking diary for she confided in me all her struggles and difficulties while she’s fighting off the virus and also became somewhat complaint department as she would  complain about how her whole body aches  and how tasteless all of  the food I cook for her (lol…)

It was hard on my end to hear her struggles; not only that, I was scared that I might lose her because at that time and according to the news, only few were able to survive the virus. But I need to stay strong or pretend to be one because I could sense that she’s losing hope as well. I needed to be positive at all times whenever I talk to her; careful of each word that comes out of my mouth that may fuel to her anxiety and hopelessness. Luckily, she contracted the mild virus and after a couple of weeks, she’s feeling a bit better but her sense of taste and smell is still not back. A couple more weeks and she’s back on her feet, all symptoms are gone but her sense of taste and smell still hasn’t returned yet.

Fast forward to 2021, I was taken by surprised with news that my uncle got tested positive for Covid-19 and was rushed to the hospital because he was having seizures. It was a surprise for me as he was healthy and really into healthy food and lifestyle. He was able to recover from the seizure but after a few days he started to get weaker. According to his attending physician the chest x-ray shows that his lungs were not visible and that he is already in critical situation. After a week, he was put into the intensive care unit (ICU) due to not being able to breath and he was became much weaker. After spending just two weeks in the hospital he passed away on March 14, 2021.

It breaks my heart to hear my uncle’s Covid-19 story that did not end well. He was all alone in the hospital during his struggles against the virus and as he took his last breath. His wife and son were not even able to say their goodbyes or even see him for one last time. His remains were cremated immediately with not a single family member at his side; there was no proper wake and funeral. These were all government protocols that every hospital need to follow for every Covid-19 patients with no exemptions.

By chance, I was able to witness two covid-19 cases and sadly it’s from someone close to me. Both did their best to fight the virus; one was able to survive and the other conceded to the battle. It was a bittersweet experience on my end as it involved two people close to me with different endings. I am happy that my sister was able to survive the virus without the need to go to the hospital but at the same time sad that my uncle lost his battle with the virus just when vaccines were already available.

I know the vaccines are mere protections against the virus rather than cure and that somewhat still scares me with Covid cases rising once again and with all these mutations from the viruses, are we back from square one?  Is the pandemic far from over?

Xo, cailee

I am an introvert, though I like talking to people I enjoy my own company. I love my “me time” taking long walks while listening to music and letting my imagination run. Hmm.. one reason why I am not affected by social distancing and being on quarantine… weird but true.. 🤭🤫

xo, cailee

No matter how much preparation you make if it’s really the finish line for you then it’s end.

And remember it’s always tomorrow somewhere. 🤭🤭🤭

“Go back to your country.” One of the scratched tagline I often heard or read over the news when there are hate crimes against a certain race. Reality check, all or if not majority of the countries on this planet has immigrants, bi-racial and multi-racial living in it for decades now. Profiling people based on their race and ethnic groups need to stop.

Racial and ethnic group is not the measurement of being patriotic. Patriotism is love of a country that one calls their own. At this time, if we would consider race and ethnic group to be the deciding factor of which group of people belongs to a certain country then, there will be “some” that will not have a country where they really belong and that is a fact backed up by history.

Honestly, I do not undertand the reason why is there a need to classify or profile an individual if they are able to contibute to a country’s economic growth and not be a burden? Acceptance and unity is what we really need.

Xo, cailee

“Divide and conquer” is a strategy used by elites (often understood as “the oppressors”) to break down the relationships and unity between subjugated (often racial) groups struggling for justice, freedom, and liberation, in order to maintain the status quo. - www.aorta.coop

The oppressors will divide the people because it would be easier for them to conquer or rule them. Those people will not be a “threat” to them. When there’s solidarity and unity among nation and people itself these oppressors will never win and that is when we will truely be given justice, freedom and liberation.

What do you think?

Lockdown Diary: Meet Rona

March 15, 2021 marks exactly one year when the earth stood still due to Covid-19 pandemic, the plague that changed our lives in a jiffy. Lives, jobs, and livelihoods were lost due to this pandemic and we were forced to stay at our home for months. Hospitals were filled immediately with patients suffering from the virus that resulted to doctors, nurses and other healthcare workers working nonstop. Death tolls due to the virus rising rapidly. Fear and anxiety swept through all of us not knowing if we would be able to survive.

Couple of months passed by,  fear turned to anger as many of us were out of jobs and losing money each day not only that but there was food scarcity. Restrictions eased up a little, we were allowed to leave our houses and go back to work but are forced to wear face masks and face shields. Death toll still continues to rise and most of the healthcare workers are exhausted from their work as they have not get proper rest and some are getting infected by the virus as well. It irks me to see that during these times there are some people who never took the virus seriously, still living a “normal”, carefree life, getting so irresponsible. They refrain from wearing face masks in public, not avoiding social gatherings, not following what their local health organization advises them to do, etc.

As what I know about the corona virus is that the virus spreads from person to person through droplets by coughing, sneezing, or simply talking and the infection of the virus can range from mild to severe. An infected individual could show no symptoms at all and can also be negative from the virus but are carrier of the virus which they can easily transmit the virus to others who have weaker immune system most especially with senior people. To make matters worse, new strains of the virus are being discovered and/or identified with each variant more contagious and some more lethal.

Although, I am thankful that vaccines are now available as it could help protect us from the virus but vaccines alone is not enough to beat the virus as these are not cure for the virus. Also, keep in mind that as of the moment these vaccines are still on the early stages of development and there are still uncertainties in them, meaning each vaccine will affect individuals differently, some may show side effects while some may have none and some may, not end up well.

Having vaccines available for us does not mean the end of pandemic is near, we need not ease up our defenses and/or remove restrictions being implemented on some place.  We still need to take all necessary precaution to really stop the spread of the virus while waiting for the treatment to be developed, most especially now that the virus is mutating generating new variants.

March 22, 2021, the Philippine government had reverted to General Community Quarantine for greater Manila area and nearby provinces as the Covid-19 cases are on the rise once again. And as of March 29, 2021 it was escalated to Enhanced Community Quarantine until April 4, 2021. Covid-19 has overstayed its welcome and it seems like it doesn’t have plans on leaving anytime soon. Wear your face mask, face shields, and follow your community guidelines. We all want our lives back and it will not happen anytime soon, so long as there are people who would continue to be irresponsible and live so carelessly, Rona will stay.

xo, 

cailee

I can’t believe this is happening right now. The type of people who attack those who are weak and vulnerable are mere cowards

Why don’t they pick someone their own size? Oh, they can’t coz they might fight back? Unbelievably disgusting!

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Am I the only one who thinks that this officer sounded like he’s justifying what the suspect just did?

I had my fair share of bad days and at wits end but I never go out on a killing spree just to blow off some steam.

These hate crime against people of color are getting out hand we need to step up and let our voices be heard no matter how small it is.

Welcome to my Tumblr account, my name is Cailee from the Philippines! Summer, dry season or what I call the “melting” season as it tend to get extra, extra hot, is just around the corner. A bit weird, I never did like the dry season considering I live in a tropical country.

I have a wordpress.com account and had been blogging and posting there for years but for a year or so now, I haven’t posted anything on my Wordpress blog for the reason that I lost interest when Instagram put a restriction on my Wordpress account for the reason that they only know. And now I can’t link my Wordpress blog to my Instagram account. I tried reaching out to their customer service team but I got no response. To be honest, I really don’t have any idea as to why they needed to put restrictions on my Wordpress website, I never post vulgar, scandalous content nor have I post any sort of sensitive topics or even nudity.  

Anyhoo, I decided to create a Tumblr account simply because I wanted to start writing again, I really miss posting blogs no matter how nonsense it might be.  I know that Instagram allows people to use its platform as a blog but there are times when you just want to post something that’s on your mind without photos attached, just words. As for my wordpress.com account, I do have plans on reviving it in the future, maybe make it into my own site but for now, I am settled here.

This will be a lifestyle blog but it can be a little personal .I won’t promise that all post would always be interesting or entertaining but I will do my best in every post that I will make.

What else can I say but hello March and welcome to Tumblr!

Xo, cailee