PINAS GAZETTE: Essays, Stories & Poetry
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description: Online ISSN: 3082-6128 PUBLISHER: Harness Mind Publishing JOURNAL ABBREVIATION: Pi. Gaz. PUBLICATION FREQUENCY: Quarterly PUBLISHING MODEL: Open Access EMAIL & INQUIRY: pinas.submissions@harnessmindpub.com PUBLISHER ADDRESS: 77 AF Torres Subdivision Talon-Talon Loop Talon-Talon Zamboanga City 7000 Philippines PUBLISHER CONTACT NUMBER: +639567992322 Pinas Gazette (Essays, Stories, and Poetry) Publishes original literary and creative works. Includes personal options, narrative essays, short fiction, folklore adaptations, cultural criticism, lyric and narrative poetry, and explorations of language, identity, diaspora, and regional storytelling. Focus is placed on representing diverse Filipino voices and artistic styles. It also provides space for interdisciplinary literary materials, opinion-based narratives, and features that bridge storytelling, cultural thought, and critical reflection within Philippine and global contexts.
publisher: HARNESS MIND PUBLISHING
language: en
publication name: PINAS GAZETTE: Essays, Stories & Poetry
issn: 3082-6128
items: All That I Am
items: Reclaiming Language Identity
items: And this is life…
items: Nursing in the Quiet Moments No One Talks About
items: How State-Regulated Influencers Could Manipulate Tourism Trends
items: Hot Seat
items: From Blackboard to Battlefield
items: How Community Nurses Bring Comfort to Bedridden Elderly Patients
items: LGBTQ+ Representation in Philippine Short Stories and Poetry
items: Why Technical-Vocational Education Must Be a National Priority
items: Why Public Schools Need Outcome-Based Education
items: Home Economics as a foundation for life skills and livelihood
items: Anchoring Seas and Minds
items: When employee wears many hats

All That I Am
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description: This poem celebrates the harmony between professional ambition and motherhood, portraying both as complementary sources of strength, purpose, and fulfillment. It emphasizes that personal and career aspirations can coexist, empowering women to embrace their identities with confidence, resilience, and love.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Motherhood
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subject: Empowerment
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subject: Work–Life Balance
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creator: Crista Alvigay Luna
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 PINAS GAZETTE: Essays, Stories & Poetry https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2026-07-30
publication date: 2026-07-30
doi: 10.64591/trchha31

Reclaiming Language Identity
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description: Reclaiming Language Identity highlights the importance of preserving indigenous and local languages as vital expressions of cultural heritage and personal identity. Through Mara's journey of rediscovering Chavacano, the story illustrates how intergenerational learning and community participation can revive endangered languages and strengthen cultural continuity. It emphasizes that language preservation begins with everyday conversations that connect the past with future generations.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Language Identity
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subject: Chavacano
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subject: Cultural Heritage
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creator: Ma. Theresa Eustaquio
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 PINAS GAZETTE: Essays, Stories & Poetry https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2026-07-21
publication date: 2026-07-21
doi: 10.64591/21q4rb95

And this is life…
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description: This poem reflects on the uncertainties, joys, and brevity of life while emphasizing gratitude, kindness, resilience, and meaningful relationships. It encourages readers to embrace life's challenges with faith, appreciate blessings, and cultivate inner peace as the foundation of a fulfilling existence.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Gratitude
  topic: keywords
subject: Resilience
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subject: Life
  topic: keywords
creator: Angeline Ramos
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 PINAS GAZETTE: Essays, Stories & Poetry https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2026-07-23
publication date: 2026-07-23
doi: 10.64591/h8604t15

Nursing in the Quiet Moments No One Talks About
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description: This paper highlights the often unseen emotional and compassionate labor nurses perform in the quiet moments of patient care. These small, unrecognized acts—offering comfort, managing fatigue, and providing presence—reveal the deeper humanity and moral commitment within nursing practice. Such moments illustrate how empathy and quiet strength shape healing beyond clinical skill.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: compassion
  topic: keywords
subject: emotional labor
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subject: patient care
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creator: Aracelie Araneta
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 PINAS GAZETTE: Essays, Stories & Poetry https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-11-26
publication date: 2025-11-26
doi: 10.64591/e06abp92

How State-Regulated Influencers Could Manipulate Tourism Trends
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description: This paper examines the potential risks and consequences of state-regulated influencer campaigns in shaping tourism narratives. While influencers have become effective tools for promoting destinations, government co-optation risks turning tourism into propaganda by fabricating appeal, undermining authenticity, and misleading travelers. The study highlights the tension between beneficial collaborations and manipulative practices, emphasizing the need to safeguard authenticity in digital tourism promotion.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: State-regulated influencers
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subject: tourism manipulation
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subject: authenticity
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creator: DAISY MAY REAMICO
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 PINAS GAZETTE: Essays, Stories & Poetry https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-09-15
publication date: 2025-09-15
doi: 10.64591/7k0z7x31

Hot Seat
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description: This piece blends poetic reflection and motivational commentary to explore the metaphor of the “hot seat” as a symbol of public scrutiny, self-confidence, and resilience. Through vivid imagery and affirmations, it underscores the importance of mental toughness, composure, and determination, particularly in situations of pressure such as interviews or public speaking. The work implicitly connects personal fortitude with broader themes of self-expression and authenticity.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: resilience
  topic: keywords
subject: self-confidence
  topic: keywords
subject: public scrutiny
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creator: Eduardo Mira
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 PINAS GAZETTE: Essays, Stories & Poetry https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-08-31
publication date: 2025-08-31
doi: 10.64591/5szyqg56

From Blackboard to Battlefield
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description: This reflective narrative recounts the author’s transformative journey through the Basic Citizen Military Training (BCMT) “Kalakhan.” Blending the rigor of military discipline with the perspective of an educator, the text illustrates how field drills, physical challenges, and teamwork reshaped his identity as both a Filipino and a teacher. Beyond endurance and skill, the experience instilled adaptability, responsibility, and a renewed sense of service — lessons he now carries into the classroom and offers as inspiration for fellow educators.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: BCMT
  topic: keywords
subject: discipline
  topic: keywords
subject: service
  topic: keywords
creator: Ronald Lamata
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 PINAS GAZETTE: Essays, Stories & Poetry https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-08-30
publication date: 2025-08-30
doi: 10.64591/rgzz2a70

How Community Nurses Bring Comfort to Bedridden Elderly Patients
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description: This paper highlights the vital role of community nurses in providing comfort, medical care, and emotional support to bedridden elderly patients. Beyond routine health interventions, nurses foster dignity, social connection, and family empowerment, significantly enhancing the well-being and quality of life of patients. Their presence ensures that no elderly person feels forgotten, reaffirming the holistic value of compassionate nursing care in the community.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: community nursing
  topic: keywords
subject: elderly care
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subject: emotional support
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creator: Shirley Nolledo
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 PINAS GAZETTE: Essays, Stories & Poetry https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-08-18
publication date: 2025-08-18
doi: 10.64591/0yzrx671

LGBTQ+ Representation in Philippine Short Stories and Poetry
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description: This study examines the evolving representation of LGBTQ+ identities in Philippine short stories and poetry. Traditionally marginalized or stereotyped, queer characters are now depicted with authenticity and depth, reflecting intersections of family, faith, and identity in Filipino life. Poetry provides an avenue for emotional expression, while narratives situate LGBTQ+ lives within familiar cultural contexts. Despite challenges such as mainstream publishing biases and self-censorship, the growing visibility of queer voices affirms inclusivity and challenges silence in Philippine literature.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: LGBTQ+ representation
  topic: keywords
subject: Philippine literature
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subject: identity
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creator: Evangeline Rellin
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 PINAS GAZETTE: Essays, Stories & Poetry https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-08-18
publication date: 2025-08-18
doi: 10.64591/07tr9v35

Why Technical-Vocational Education Must Be a National Priority
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description: Technical-vocational education in the Philippines must be recognized as a national priority to address critical skill shortages in construction, manufacturing, agriculture, caregiving, hospitality, and IT. Properly funded and supported TVET programs transform students into employable professionals, drive economic growth, and build community resilience. Prioritizing TVET ensures a skilled workforce ready to meet the nation’s evolving labor market needs.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Technical-Vocational Education
  topic: keywords
subject: Skilled Workforce
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subject: National Development
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creator: Analiza Calles
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 PINAS GAZETTE: Essays, Stories & Poetry
date: 2025-07-05
publication date: 2025-07-05
doi: 10.64591/fgrnwg05

Why Public Schools Need Outcome-Based Education
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description: Public school graduates in the Philippines often lack the practical skills employers demand, resulting in unemployment or underemployment. Outcome-Based Education (OBE) shifts focus from rote learning to real-world competencies, fostering adaptable, confident learners. Successful OBE implementation requires resources, teacher training, and industry collaboration to prepare students for modern workforce challenges.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Outcome-Based Education
  topic: keywords
subject: Practical Skills
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subject: Teacher Support
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creator: Rogelio Murro
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 PINAS GAZETTE: Essays, Stories & Poetry
date: 2025-06-18
publication date: 2025-06-18
doi: 10.64591/wkfdp202

Home Economics as a foundation for life skills and livelihood
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description: Home Economics equips individuals with practical competencies—from nutrition and budgeting to sewing and caregiving—that foster self-reliance, strengthen families, and open livelihood pathways. Especially in crises such as the COVID-19 pandemic, these life skills prove indispensable for household resilience. By integrating Home Economics into the Technical-Vocational Livelihood (TVL) track and aligning it with TESDA certifications, Philippine education can nurture entrepreneurship and community development.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Home Economics
  topic: keywords
subject: Life Skills
  topic: keywords
subject: Livelihood
  topic: keywords
creator: Ellen Gervacio
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 PINAS GAZETTE: Essays, Stories & Poetry
date: 2025-06-19
publication date: 2025-06-19
doi: 10.64591/8s35vz49

Anchoring Seas and Minds
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description: Maritime education increasingly grapples with rapid digitization, evolving global standards, and student well-being. Library-education partnerships offer a strategic anchor—elevating information literacy, enriching distance learning, and integrating heritage resources with high-tech simulators. Examining international, national, and local examples shows that libraries are not relics but vital partners in sustaining quality maritime training.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Maritime Education
  topic: keywords
subject: Library Partnerships
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subject: Information Literacy
  topic: keywords
creator: Marivic Estoque
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 PINAS GAZETTE: Essays, Stories & Poetry
date: 2025-06-20
publication date: 2025-06-20
doi: 10.64591/mp180s57

When employee wears many hats
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description: Role overload, where employees handle multiple job roles simultaneously, is a growing challenge in Philippine workplaces, especially in education and public service. This condition leads to stress, burnout, and reduced work quality. Effective coping requires institutional support through clear job roles, adequate resources, and mental health programs. Addressing role overload promotes employee well-being and organizational success.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Role Overload
  topic: keywords
subject: Employee Stress
  topic: keywords
subject: Workplace Support
  topic: keywords
creator: Daisy Lamorinas
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 PINAS GAZETTE: Essays, Stories & Poetry
date: 2025-06-11
publication date: 2025-06-11
doi: 10.64591/pg.pqvm0a41