With wonder...

ful matters—youthful, but sincere, with sparkles of inspiration, that would seek out the silver lining in every stormy situation.

I envisioned it to be a light, refreshing read amid heavy issues, that could also serve as a platform to share the vision of those looking to spread some news and goodwill, whether they be entrepreneurs, other do-gooders, projects I find worthwhile, or even quite simply and succinctly put, an organized ramble of sorts, which I hope has shed some light on some issues, offered an alternative (albeit sometimes naïve) view on pressing and a multitude of matters while most importantly, fueling thoughts and filling some hearts.

I’ve always loved to write. I find something therapeutic about piecing words together to convey a message. I’ve dreamed of becoming a contributor to publications many times over and have had the opportunity of doing so, but sustaining a regular column in the past three plus years has been a dream come true and more.

While I do not really know who reads what I write (though I get an occasional message here and there) and while the ideas tackled on some weeks are definitely more appealing than others, I am just so grateful to be given a space where my writing is not only given some value, but where I can speak my mind and catalyze thought processes and reactions. A place where my opinions somehow matter and where I can share it openly.

Writing for this publication has been one of the greatest gifts I have received, that I will cherish and keep close to my heart forever. One that I will never take lightly or for granted, and which I hope will continue to encourage others to dream openly, formulate judgments rationally, respect alternative views, laugh wholeheartedly, live a little but with lots of wonder and boundless love.

Fondly with a full and grateful heart,

Alex

(Editor’s Note: Alex Eduque is the youngest columnist of The Manila Bulletin. Her column, “It’s the Small Things,” comes out every Saturday)