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My Naga: A postcard from a local
Author: James Z. Carpio
After more than two years of writing for Bicol Mail, I have become a certified writer. Yes, I have to admit...
Naga’s weekend leisure pursuits
Author: James Z. Carpio
Finally, I take breaks now when doing my exercise program. I always used to do my training daily over a period of...
Lost in Two Cities
Author: James Z. Carpio
They just came from the Naga Metropolitan Cathedral and they found themselves lost in the middle of the City of Naga....
The Joy of Waiting
Author: James Z. Carpio
Like martial arts, waiting is an art. It is also a talent. With this in mind, it can therefore be developed....
Kaleidoscopic City Lights
Author: James Z. Carpio
Don’t get me wrong, I love the island life; the sands, swimming in the aquamarine waters and the scorching sun and...
The Majestic Mount Mayon
Author: James Z. Carpio
A friend who is far away is sometimes much nearer than one who is at hand. Is not the mountain far...
A walk to centro, imported Cheese and Mangoes
Author: James Z. Carpio
How are we today? This I customarily ask our guest who hails all the way from Europe. Oftentimes, after his walk...
A City of Dreams
Author: James Z. Carpio
She looked forlorn. “I didn’t get the job.” My friend said almost breaking into tears. “They hired someone else who is...
A Choir of Birds
Author: James Z. Carpio
If you go to the Plaza Quince Martires before the morning breaks you will be in for a pleasant surprise. There...
Naga’s Sweepers: They keep our city clean
By: James Z. Carpio
"Prefiero ser lampazero a ser la cabeza de su jerarquia cismatica." – Bishop Jorge Barlin
In 1902, the First Filipino Bishop of...