How it started (2004-2008) vs. How it’s going (2023) 🖤 The first photo is from a party during my university years. I graduated from UA&P in 2008. I enjoyed my Humanities subjects, but my favorite class was APS Japan under @mitzie2014. 🫶🏼 The second photo was taken during my visit to @uapasia to talk about my career as a published author along with other accomplished authors. ✍️ Now, I have 13 published books and counting. My books are sold worldwide on Amazon, Google Play, Barnes and Noble. One of my favorite retailers is Books Kinokuniya in Japan, as seen in the last photo. 🖤 I am sharing this to remind everyone about the power of dreams, purpose, hard work, and passion. I hope that your experiences will inspire you to reach for your stars even during the darkest days. ✨ And do not forget to share your skills so that others will also learn from your journey. 🖤 NEVER GIVE UP ON YOUR DREAMS!🫶🏼 #authorlife #amazonauthor @ukiyotopublishinghouse
Samantha Lucas: Career Talk on Passion and Purpose at UA&P
It was an honor to speak at my alma mater 👩🎓 UA&P @uapasia about my career as a published author. It was also great to see my fellow speakers and colleagues @juanekis, @keyboardavenger of @tablaynovel, and @paolo.herras of @komiketph. It was an evening of learning, encouragement, and real talk. I am hopeful for the future, and I look forward to collaborating again with the university and its Creative Writing program! Thank you for having me!🥹⚡️#amazonauthor #authorlife @ukiyotopublishinghouse @centralbooksph
Lacey Scarf
I recently finished crocheting this lacey scarf. I followed the Crochet Easy Shawl pattern by GG Crochet. I used fine cotton yarn by Miss Crochet a Lot, and a 4.5mm hook.
This was a therapeutic project over the second Enhanced Community Quarantine (ECQ) period. Having a rise in the Covid-19 patients in my country has been a source of anxiety, so this project helped me stay calm and on track. It also inspired me to stay focused as the pattern is only a two-row repeat.
This simple yet beautiful pattern inspired me to do more during this difficult period. I joined webinars again to educate myself, and it reminded me of how much I love learning. It has also cleared my mind from the difficult news stories at the moment. I focused on the hypnotic pattern, and it kept me going until I finished the scarf.
If you are also feeling down at times, find fulfillment in the hobbies that keep you sane. Focus on what you can do and don’t feel discouraged by factors beyond your control. If you also crochet, just keep on hooking!
Let us all create a better present by being present. God bless us all!