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Wandering and Lost On Hong Kong's National Day **October 1, 2022** Happy new month, readcashers! Today, the 1st of October was the National Day of the People's Republic of China. A celebration of the Chinese people commemorating the declaration of the establishment of the People's Republic of China, and winning the civil war. So it was an early weekend rest day for all students and workers, including me. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Day_of_the_People Beforehand,…
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September Collections **October 2, 2022** Nine months down, and three more months to go. The end of the year is near approaching. Have you looked back in the past? Did you achieve your goals? It's quite disappointing to think about it, so I rather not. That's the main reason why I sometimes don't like setting goals, just let things fall into the place, acknowledge new ones and the current situation, and look forward to better days to come. However, I am grateful for whatever…
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No Dragon Boat Competition, Just Stanley **October 3, 2022** Sunday, the 2nd of October was also the championship competition for dragon boat racing in Stanley main beach resort. It was supposed to be last June but was moved to this month. I set my alarm to wake up in the morning so I could watch the event. However, at 7:30 in the morning this Sunday, the weather was gloomy so I was hesitant to go. But later at 9 in the morning, the sun came out and, so I packed my things…
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Tangled or Exhausted? **October 4, 2022** It's Cheung Festival today, thus, my holiday as well. This gave me more time to rest and just slack in my bed. I was supposed to have a lot of time to make drafts, but for some reason, I felt exhausted, physically and mentally. I always wonder how long I could handle the overwhelming amount of work on my plate because even my days off were spent grinding. I have a lot of topics in my mind that I wanted to write about today, that…
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Is Expressing Feelings and Emotions In Writing Beneficial? **October 5, 2022** Undeniably, writing is a powerful tool for expressing hidden emotions and feelings, especially if we find it hard to express ourselves personally, or simply because no one wants to listen to us. On my part, I have no one to talk to in the real world and am hesitant to express my feelings to people in the house where I currently live. It is still important to choose to whom to express our feelings…
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Away For Half A Decade **October 6, 2022** The 21st of September marked my half-decade abroad, and I didn't expect it to last this long. My first plan was only to work for two years for experience purposes. Who would have thought I would enjoy this place and stay longer? It's just quite saddening though, thinking about my failed goals while in this country, and I seem to have achieved less than expected. If not because of traveling, I wouldn't mind extending my contract…
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Sex Over Marriage **October 7, 2022** It was yesterday morning when I drafted this post before I started my day. The weather was fine as well as my mood. While eating my breakfast, I was reading articles here in readcash and I came across this post about *What should come first, marriage or sex?* https://read.cash/@Creepymeow/what-should-come-first-marriage-or-sex-e9b2f799 A few comments on this post showed different **REACTION**s. And I, on the other hand, disagreed with…
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The Forgotten Dream **October 8, 2022** ***"A dream doesn't become reality through magic; it takes sweat, determination, and hard work."*** **-Colin Powell** They said the sky's the limit when we dream. Growing up in a family with no silver spoons, I was a dreamer when I was a kid. I dreamed of a lot of things and fantasized about the life I wanted. Seeing fancy things on television made me yearn for them and I was inspired to dream more, hoping that someday, I could also…
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What Made Me Grateful For Today? **October 9, 2022** It's another Sunday, another reason to be grateful for completing the week wonderfully. The recent holidays that fell this week allowed me to get more rest and visit another beautiful place. Today, I have decided to just rest the whole day so I could draft articles here in readcash. I should rest, but I worried about seeing nothing in my draft. This probably has been the most unproductive month in writing for some reason.…
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I Found A New Love On The Same Ground **October 10, 2022** ***"I don't love you anymore. Let's break up."*** Ganon na ba ngayon ang **Pagi-Ibig**? Sa una lang matamis, pero sa paglipas ng panahon, ito'y unti-unti maglalaho kasama ang mga binuong pangako. Sa ilalim ng **Buwan**, ako'y naglalakbay. Patungo sa kabihasnang hindi alam anong magiging lagay. Sa bawat patak ng aking luha, mukha niya ang aking nakikita. Hindi lungkot and pananabik ang aking nadarama, kundi galit at…
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The Lost Wanderer Found A Haven In Nature **October 11, 2022** It seems that the cold season is now quite approaching. As I opened the door this morning, the cold wind sent shivers down my spine, even the water in the faucet was cold, and I shivered when I took my shower. I'm not complaining; in fact, I'm looking forward to feeling autumn weather again. I am excited to see the trees transition to autumn foliage, and the weather is ideal for returning to the trail. This is…
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Be Determined, Not Stubborn **October 12, 2022** ***"Be Determined. Not Stubborn."*** I still have a long way to go, and looking back, so far, so good, I've come a long way that I never expected. In half a decade of working abroad, two years were spent, and are still being spent, grinding online. It's difficult to carry two plates at once, especially if one of them is heavier. https://read.cash/@Jane/away-for-half-a-decade-97f3a27d Something has changed in these past years…
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Pace Yourself October 13, 2022 ***"If you get tired, learn to rest, not quit. Pace yourself."*** **-Anonymous** *Have you ever thought of quitting for some uncertain reason? A moment when you just want to stop because you can't see any purpose to continue anymore? You feel tired and demotivated by everything you aren't sure is worth minding. You want to stop but you can't because some people will be happy about your downfall. It will only show them that you are a total…
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Murray, Escalator Trip, and Body Fit **October 14, 2022** It's a little bit exhausting handling both platforms and writing articles for both of them. Ever since reposting to Hive was banned by OCD, my drafts here in read.cash have quickly depleted since I couldn't write two articles each day. So my way to keep both accounts active is to write alternatively, leaving at least one untouched draft on this platform for rainy days. Alternatively, if given more time to rest, I can…
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Why Do I Like Visiting Prince Edward? **October 15, 2022** There isn't a man named Prince Edward here in Hong Kong, but a place. This architecture is just one of the sights I enjoy seeing as I walk down the road to Prince Edward. Mary Knoll is a British-inspired school. And of course, the Catholic Church, St. Theresa is just next to this school. This is where I usually offer my prayers, but I feel guilty about not visiting it recently. The photo below was taken last…
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Food And Memories On Sunday Morning **October 16, 2022** Another opportunity to rest the whole day but I was awakened earlier than my preferred time by noises coming from outside my room. The Chinese family woke up earlier because the lady need to attend an assessment exam today for her future studies abroad. I wasn't able to wish her good luck because my mind demanded to go back to slumber and so I just stayed on my bed. Unfortunately, the noises were distracting which gave…
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Why Do Parents Need To Encourage Their Children To Engage In Extracurricular Activities? **October 17, 2022** I've been reading several argumentative essays by several writers here like Eunoia, and Denmarc, followed by Jijisaur and probably Usagi is now doing the same, and I guess that's a good way to beat writer's block. Additionally, the topics they choose make sense which gives good quality to their content. This initiative is commendable and recommendable to others, and…
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To Live In Or Leave Your Parent's House? **October 18, 2022** While homebodies are comfortable enough to live in their own abodes and can't seem to leave them, others aim to step out of their houses literally to live on their own for many reasons. Freedom, privacy, and an independent life are a few reasons I can name. This topic came to mind after reading @Kushyzee's article about *When should a person leave their parents' house?*…
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The Firsts Down Memory Lane **October 19, 2022** At some point, we want to turn back the hands of time to when we did something we don't want to happen so we could change it into a better one. Back in the day, we did not do something that made us regret it and it had been bothering our conscience for a long time. Back in those days when opportunities knocked at our doors but we let them slip through our fingers. We would sometimes wish to go back to the past to make all…
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The Revenge and Revelation **October 20, 2022** *"Bang Bang!!"* The loud thud of gunshots echoed through the silent highway in a secluded part of the countryside. Two bodies fell, and blood flooded the ground. Inside the car was a young lady, silently screaming in pain, helpless, and had witnessed the horrible scene. Tears profusely streamed down her face, and fear painted in her eyes. The **Man Who Laughs** with a face covered with a mask heard her whimpers and dragged his…
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Thank God It's Friday, et al **October 21, 2022** **T**hank **G**od **I**t's **F**riday! All students and working individuals are anticipating for this day to come fast each week. Yet, for me who works until Saturday, I just sometimes want to jump onto Sunday, or perhaps, remove Saturday from the calendar, lol. Have you ever thought about why there are 7 days in a week and 30 days in a month? Of course, it's because of the 7 celestial bodies, that I guess, everyone knows.…
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Things I Like About Noise.app (Is It A Goodbye To Noise.cash?) **October 22, 2022** Just more than a month ago, a new platform of noise boomed and spread like a wildfire. In just a short period, a plethora of people have been onboarded and extended making noise. But many have probably noticed the decline of rewards and interaction on noise.cash. It's just saddening to think that sooner or later, it will be totally abandoned as only one should remain. People always like new…
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A Saturdate With Myself And Experimental Cooking **October 23, 2022** Half an hour before seven, my phone rang and I snapped off the early morning tone of my alarm. As silence invaded my room, the melodic chorus of birds singing drifted in. It jolted my senses, so I stood up and scratched my eyes to clear my blurry vision. It's Saturday, and despite the fact that it's a working day, I was able to sleep for an extra 30 minutes. As I peeked through the window, the morning sun…
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Of Some Scenic Roads And Detours **October 24, 2022** ***"Sometimes, the most scenic road in life are the detours you didn't mean to make"*** **-Angela N. Blount** Have you ever been on a journey wherein you have to make a detour due to unforeseen circumstances? You are hesitant to follow the new path as you are uncertain about what lies ahead of the road. But in the end, you enjoyed your journey and even get some souvenirs worth taking. Taking down memory lane, I was once…
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All I Want For My Next Natal Day **October 25, 2022** Birthdays should be spent memorably as it only happens once annually. My last birthday was indeed too memorable as I was able to visit Ocean Park Hong Kong which offers free admission to celebrants. It was a dream come true for me as it was one of the places I wished to visit on my bucket list. And the given opportunity to explore the park for free was truly the best birthday gift ever. You can check my blogs about my…
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Foods I Crave For The Cold Season **October 26, 2022** October is about to end and we are fastly approaching November when we feel a real cold season. Although it sometimes fluctuates due to climate change, the cold breeze is still in the air. The nights are becoming longer than the days. Morning skies are more greyish than brighter. But I enjoy the chilly air and wind whispers, especially in the early morning. Furthermore, the weather is ideal for going for a walk outside…
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Do I Feel Better Or Worse About The Change In Diet? **October 27, 2022** At the time of writing, Wednesday, I had much time to draft more articles, yet, after posting my entry to the LoH contest, I was stuck on a blank page and couldn't think of how I would start my new draft. Thoughts were stuck in my synapses again. https://ecency.com/hive-124452/@jane1289/make-a-choice-take-the In the afternoon, I decided to try something new to lift my mood. When I saw a zucchini in the…
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The Autumn Midnight Chaos **October 28, 2022** The day was long and my body ached from exhaustion. Crackling sounds can be heard as I stretched my legs and arms. Managing my father's restaurant isn't as easy as a piece of cake. From marketing, cooking, cashiering, and cleaning, all were tasked upon me. At the end of the day, I feel too burnt out, but a promise to my late father can not be broken. For the sake of preserving his memories, I will continue to run his restaurant…
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Underneath The Autumn Tree **October 29, 2022** "*Casper! Don't kill the bird!*" I shouted, albeit not seeing him. The place went silent, and my heart worried more. "*Did he catch it?"* I asked myself. A few steps to the door, my heart throbbed so loud, as loud as my scream. "*Aaahhhh*!!!" **Part 1** https://read.cash/@Jane/the-autumn-midnight-chaos-c112f3c8 Out of the blue, a giant cat's head peeked out, and its paws clawed at the edge of the door. "*Aaahhhh*!!!" I screamed…
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A Not-So Sublime Sunday **October 30, 2022** I woke up feeling better on Sunday morning after having almost 10 hours of sleep. Although not enough to recoup all the sleepless nights, it makes me feel active during the day. Perfect weather, perfect day. The kumquat tree is looking so good and its fruits are ripe enough to harvest. Yet, they aren't advisable to be eaten for some reason. Prior to this day, I opted to buy something to be cooked for this day to save money. The…
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At The End Of October **October 31, 2022** I never imagined the month would end this fast and the year would end too soon. ****The Forgotten Dream**** and goals haven't been achieved yet and I feel like I want to stop the time for now and resume it once I pursued them all. At the time of writing, it was ****A Not-So Sublime Sunday**** and I felt worried about my family and country's situation. Another storm caused havoc and casualties in some areas. A never-ending calamity…