mind-a-now

I am a Filipino. A Mindanaoan. A Cotabateño. One time in my past, I had the experience of writing in the traditional medium. I also tried my pen in literary sense, but for reasons beyond me, I never really made it beyond the literary workshops and a newspaper column that lasted for about a year. My formal training is in science (chemistry), my interest is in economics, sports, business (because I’m a micro-entrepreneur). The lengthiest manuscript I have scribbled is a training book on mountain biking which is a result of researches and experiences, used for my son’s training as a competitive  mountain biker. Not at all close to a book that I once dream to write. (Just like every young and aspiring writer, I also dream of writing my opus that will shake the world).
This blog is about my pains and aspiration as a Filipino, and my struggle as a Mindanaoan. About the Filipino who is pained with his struggles in the global arena, and the pain of a Mindanaoan, who also struggles for attention within his country.

I consider my self a mindanaoan because I was born and raise here in Mindanao. The memories of my youth, from the forested land of the past, the warring years of the blackshirts and ilagas, the bombings and uprisings in the 80’s, and the blooming of Mindanao in the late 90’s, were mostly culled from my experiences in this promise land.

For those who may find my work useful, please feel free to use it.

Luvin Bibit Candari