Memory is a Funny Thing

Something I wrote almost 30 years ago:

December 1994 

I think the events that unfolded today is the culmination of the hopes and desires I’ve had for years - hopes and wants that I’ve only come to realize in the last year. 

I am so happy knowing people whose beliefs I’ve admired. The start of being a part of a community of thinkers and activists is thrilling. Knowing artists who are aware of their importance to spread awareness of issues that affect the Filipino community - the Filipino people who search for a home and identity. 

It is so amazing. 

It inspires me to continue searching for my identity and defining my art, my story. I love that I can discuss issues that affect me and express it in a creative way. 

Events like tonight are an absolute necessity not just to educate people outside of the community but uncaring and desensitized unaware Filipinos that I have grown up with.




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