Hola! My name is Shala and I’m 35.
I was born and raised here in Manila, Philippines and I plan to stay here for the rest of my life.
I am angry, but I am just really hurt.
I am quiet. I’m watching.
Is this real? Or just another dream?
I don’t just trust. I don’t just give in.
I think deep. I care so much.
I love deep. I feel so much.
I thought I’m the only person in this community who is having a hard time writing a self-introduction. Apparently, I’m not the only one. Thanks to @mulletwang for making me realize, that what I’m going through is pretty much normal.
If you must know, this is the third self-introduction I prepared. I chose this piece because it felt real. I know I meant every word I wrote. I sat down, took a deep breath, felt my heart, smiled, and thought…
“What am I worried about? This is all about me. No one else can write me better than me!".
Then I started writing…
A curious creature, a student of life who wants to learn anything and everything, an expert of nothing yet.
A passionate failure expert who does not wallow in misery, but dusts herself off to try again.
A southern metro girl who persists in discovering the infinite possibilities the world has for everyone, even when things seem hopeless.
A loving daughter, sister, granddaughter, aunt, niece, and cousin, who in her own way secretly strives in making this world a better place to live in.
A lover who values time and loyalty.
A single mom who wants nothing but a good life for her daughter.
A friend who is there when the whole world turns against you.
A digital nomad who manages an e-commerce business offshore.
A traveler who appreciates beauty in everything, ready to embrace what life unfolds.
A life-driver who cares deeply about everyone but herself.
And a sunshine on a cloudy day.
And I’m here to share my life...
I hope the Steemit community can take in something from my life experiences and learnings. I hope in my own way, I can help make others feel somehow alive.
And for those who haven’t introduced themselves yet, I know writing about oneself is not easy, and mine is far from perfect either. But, hey! Remember it’s your truth! If it makes sense to you, then you’re good. :)
Steemit - @cocoland
Instagram - @shala.bhal
xxoo
shala