In the Philippines, many people live in rural areas called barangays—small communities where neighbors aren’t just neighbors. They’re family, friends, and sometimes… your toughest critics. If you grew up in one, you know exactly what that means. These barangays, whether they’re nestled in the mountains, spread across fields of rice, or lined up along coastal… Continue reading Life in the Barangay: The Beauty and Bitterness of Knowing Everyone