With school out for university students and a slower pace for office workers (thanks to the long Holy Week break), time seems to expand. The Filipina diary entries from April often start with: "I finally have time to think about us ."
In recent years, Filipino media has also started to explore more progressive and modern themes in romantic storylines, such as same-sex relationships, interfaith relationships, and women empowerment.
We had our first date at the picturesque Taal Lake in Batangas. The sunset was breathtaking, with hues of pink and orange dancing across the sky. Jomar took my hand, and I felt a rush of excitement. We talked about our dreams, aspirations, and passions. He wants to become an engineer, while I hope to pursue a career in writing.