Flood myths are prevalent across numerous cultures and can be traced as far back as prehistoric ages. The Bible contains the most globally recognized flood narrative: the story of Noah's Ark. In this Hebrew account, a deity sends a flood to obliterate civilization as a form of divine punishment.

Of Floods, Myths and Faith

August, often referred to as the “Ghost Month” in various East Asian cultures, carries a unique blend of traditions, superstitions, and rituals. Rooted in centuries-old beliefs, this period, primarily observed in Chinese communities, holds significant cultural and spiritual importance. 


Cultural, Spiritual Impact of the Ghost Month 

In one occasion, a small-dinner party host finally had the courage to tell Annie, (not her real name, of course) who is her BFF: "Amiga, next time, please dress down!"

Power In Dressing Up

When one of my father's cousins from a faraway island came to visit us, his intention was to find a place where his only daughter will stay after graduating from high school. Our ancestral house had lots of spare rooms that accommodated many cousins who came to the city to study, as I recall.

SPED As A Teaching Specialty

When I visited my son in Canada, he showed me his newly refurbished basement where they can hold big parties and where his two children can play without creating a ruckus in the upper floors.

Embrace The Present For A Better Future

Do you have friends from who remain ever present in your life for the past decades? So goes an adage as the gauge of surviving a life-long relationship: "Seven years of friendship isn't just a milestone; its a beautiful bond we've nurtured..."

Decades-Long Friendship: A Journey

Adults often ponder how to engage the youth in creative and critical activities, steering them away from spending excessive time on computer games. However, they are careful not to suggest activities that are too far removed from the younger generation's current interests.

EduTOX Challenge, A Youth Sandbox Project

Every suicide death is a tragedy that leaves an inexpressible stigma to the whole family. This is bound to last a lifetime aside from fact that etched is the eternal feeling of guilt among them.

Suicide Is Preventable

In church, a young boy tugged at his mom's sleeves and, with a curious tilt of his head, asked, "Why are all of them so old?" He was referring to a group of collectors who had just begun passing the basket during the Offertory.

The Church, The Elderly's Go-To 

Mother’s Day and Father’s Day are significant celebrations for families, with the second Sunday of May and the third Sunday of June respectively being marked with special attention. Department stores go all out in decorating their display windows with thoughtful gift items, and fine dining restaurants are often fully booked, rolling out promotions weeks in advance.

Take Time Out For Grandparents 

The Equal Space column by OpinYon News columnist, Luchie Arguelles.

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