Before the break of dawn, just before the children wake, when most people drift in deep slumber, she is usually seen in her kitchen with bare hands covered with flour. As she begins the tedious process of noodle making, she meticulously mixes the right proportion of flour, water, egg and salt. She then patiently continue reading : ‘Bare Hands’

At the break of dawn, Manong Ely (not his real name) starts his day attending to his sari-sari store. He patiently organizes his stocks, replenishes empty shelves, and prepares for a busy day ahead. His typical day begins as customers flock his store, regular patrons buy basic necessities and travelers stop-by for refreshment. At the continue reading : From Bullets to Coins