A Peek in the Life of The Curious Seuss

Hello everyone! Call me the_curious_seuss! I would love to share and introduce myself to you.

The Early Years

_{The waves symbolize the hardships we encounter in life. But be a rock, steadfast against the waves.}

I was born in the late 80s in the wonderful city of Cebu. If I remember I can still vividly recall how life was really simple way back, then. Technology was essentially non-existent at that time; we rely more on human interactions than anything else.

During the early 90’s we relocated to my mother’s hometown in the province. It was quite a shock for me, living in the city for almost ten years and then relocating to a remote place in the province. Sounds of the hustle and bustle of the city were replaced by the chirping of birds in the morning and the annoying cricket calls in the night, along with other nocturnal animals which roam around the house at night.

Despite these challenges, I was able to adapt and socialize with the kids in our neighborhood. I have made new friends, which seem to make my life easier and more memorable and fun. My high school years were the most memorable times of my life. A lot of things were discovered (it was at this time that we are more aware of what is happening around us). and it felt great. Or so I thought.

When I graduated high school, I was not able to attend college immediately. It was during this time that my family experienced poverty. We have almost no food to eat, we barely have our stomachs filled at night, eating only scraps. I decided to apply for a scholarship for two years, thankfully I was accepted, and it made me realize that everything happens for a reason. However, I was still wondering what that reason was, for me, it was still a great mystery that needs to be learned or discovered.

After graduating from the two-year course, I decided to try my luck and went straight to find work. I decided to apply as a crew for a popular fast-food company. Luckily, I was accepted. I was so happy that I have been able to find work so I can help my struggling family. However, it was not what it seemed. The work that has been given to me was causing problems in my health. I was so stressed; the job was not worth the risk. I decided to quit. It was the only way out to save my failing health.

At this time, I was just at home. Doing nothing. Pondering upon my thoughts day and night on what to do next with my life. It was during this time that I was depressed. I was feeling hopeless. Despair was constant in my thoughts. Day and night was a constant feeling of helplessness. However, all was not lost. God heard my prayers and guided me. His Grace was my guide. It was during this time that my grandfather decided to help me. He would pay my college tuition. I was so happy.

So I enrolled in college during that year. My college life was a mixture of struggles and victories. Struggles in the sense that it was not a walk in the park. But it was manageable. Some victory that I experienced was that I was able to score high grades during the course of my college life. Fast forward four years later, I graduated with flying colors. It was awesome.

_{Traversing the Transcentral Highway from Cebu City to Balamban circa 2020}

Why and How I Joined Hive

Joining Hive was a surprise for me. In fact, it was unexpected, to say the least. Let me tell you a story.

It was around 8 in the evening in the midweek of July. I received a message from my friend. The message reads:

“Hey, would you like to earn while writing what you love?”
I was surprised. I was intrigued. I asked myself "How is it possible to earn while writing except by blogging? So I wonder. I pressed on to ask further questions.

Then I said,” What’s that all about?”

He smiled and said to me “It is a group or community where your ideas and hobbies and talents are valued and loved. Cherished, to say the least. ”

Wow. This is new to me. I said and thought to myself I was amazed.

Curiosity took hold of me. My inner subconscious mind was triggered to the point of excitement.

Then I messaged my friend again.

Would I be qualified to join? I asked sheepishly.

Then he said. Of course! Why not! you of all people are qualified to say the least.

Then he introduced me to the world of Hive. A community of hivers with diverse backgrounds and different talents all poured into one immersive community of like-minded people.

Then my friend said to me. Hey, we have an orientation this coming July 29, 2023, at 9:30 am.

Would you go? I said. Yeah. I will go. I would love to learn more about the community in general. So there it goes. I went to the venue and I was amazed by how wonderful it was. There is so much more to learn. So much more to discover. An adventure of thoughts and ideas. A smorgasbord of emotions.

_{First time meeting the hive during the orientation last July 29, 2023}

I think that is all for now. Just for now.

Will be right back soon. Stay tuned.