ABOUT ME
I am Erika, but most call me Kai or Ikay, which I prefer. I am a 20-year-old newbie here. I originally came from Manila, but currently call Cebu City, Philippines, my home. Right now, I’m in my 4rth year at Cebu Technological University, studying Business Administration with a Major in Marketing Management.
Being the first and only daughter in my family, the first niece, and the first granddaughter among my cousins, I have always been told to be wise, intelligent, and ambitious. And that’s precisely what I have strived to do. Yet, the weight of these expectations has been overwhelming. I fear failure because I don’t want to let down those who believe in me, especially my family and friends.
My fear drives me toward success. However, there are times when life teaches us that we can’t always reach directly to our destinations, just like how bees don’t always find nectars in the first flower they visit to produce honey. Sometimes they must persistently search until they find the right one. Given that life is unpredictable, I have trained myself to be strong and optimistic. I believed I didn’t have a choice, or at least that’s what I thought. I decided to pursue my ambitious goals because I want to keep moving forward and enjoy a fruitful journey.
During junior high, I was so introverted. I was entirely focused on my studies , avoiding socializing with others, having fun, and making memories. I regret this the most as I missed out a lot during those years. But, in college, I have been gradually becoming more outgoing. I’m exploring new things and places, both independently and with my family and friends. I have come to realize that there is more to life than school and academics. The real world awaits me, and I am prepared to face it, no matter what.
MY PASSION AND INTERESTS
When I was younger, I was introduced to karaokes. There wouldn’t be an occasion when we didn’t include karaoke in our activities. I had a chance to practice and improve my singing style. As the years passed by, my love for singing grew , and I’ve come to appreciate my voice even more. Singing really helps me express myself and be creative. It is a calming outlet, especially when I’m at my lowest point in life.
Apart from singing, I love reading stories on wattpad and diving into books across various genres such as romance, comedy, mystery, science fiction, and even horror. Each genre teaches me something new. Reading stirs up my imagination. It is a continuous learning process that I really enjoy. It makes me feel like I’m the main character in the story, going on adventures without leaving my house.
Photography is another passion of mine. I enjoy capturing scenery , food trips, and adventures. As a sentimental person, I cherish holding onto memories and experiences, often by capturing, storing, and uploading pictures. This helps me recall the emotions and experiences that I felt during those moments.
I am a big fan of board games, especially Scrabble, whether in the traditional or online format. Wordplay and mental puzzles are right up my alley, so I wouldn’t miss a day without stimulating and exercising my brain with various board games.
Memes? They’re my instant mood lifters whenever I’m feeling down. Sharing memes with friends, even using our own pictures, lift up our moods.They have the power to turn my gloomy days into brighter ones, spreading laughter and joy to all. You know what they say, “Life is better when you’re laughing”! Well, not too much, though.
MY REASON FOR JOINING HIVE
Ever since I was young, I have been drawn to writing and diving into various reads. Be it stories, poems, or articles, they have always satisfied my craving for learning something new. Writing allows me to express myself creatively. Also, I love how people uniquely express themselves and create visual representations through writing.
But more than that, I have always wanted to be a part of a place where I belong — a community where I can freely express myself. That is why I joined this platform. It is a great space where I can connect with others and share my thoughts. It is not just about writing: it is also about finding my place and learning from others who share my passion.
MY CONTRIBUTION TO HIVE
What I can bring to the table for the Hive community are my thoughts and experiences. I’ll provide a blend of content in my blogs, featuring aspects of both provincial and city life, filled with both information and entertainment that everyone can enjoy.
WHO INTRODUCED ME TO HIVE
Before this, I had no idea about Hive. It was my classmate, @jeannmazing, who shared her Hive experience and provided me a brief overview. Her insights picqued my interest and I became eager to learn more about Hive. That’s why I decided to join the orientation, which took place on December 17, 2023, at Workplace Cafe in Guadalupe, Cebu City.
I was provided with greater insights into the Hive by Sir @intoy.bugoy. The orientation was incredibly enlightening, and I had a great experience throughout. I truly appreciated his warmth and welcoming nature. The orientation also allowed me to make new friends among other aspiring blog content creators.
So, bee-utiful people of Hive, I am thrilled to be here with all of you. I can't wait for us to share and engage with one another. Let’s build a hive filled with buzz-itive vibes!
Hi Ikay, welcome aboard, I'm happy how you transcended from an introvert into a more social person.
I'm excited to see your future blogs and explore the platform and communities. See you around.
Thank you so much, Sir! ☺️
Finally! 🥹❤️ Welcome to Hive, @ikaycutie. I can attest that you're really an introvert, having been with you for almost 3 years in school. But now that we are in our fourth year, I am happy to have witnessed how you started being open and socializing with us. Now, we've become more friends, 🥹 and I got to know you more! I know this will be a great place for you. Congratulations on unlocking this new journey, @ikaycutie! Have fun and see you around! 🥳❤️
Thank you so much for the warm welcome and support, @jeannmazing! It means a lot to me that you've noticed how much I've grown over our time together in school. I'm also grateful for our friendship and I appreciate you too! Yieee. I'm so excited to create more memories and share experiences with you here in Hive. Let's make this place hive-ly and fill it with sweet memories! ☺️🎊
You're very welcome @ikaycutie. I've always known that this would be the perfect place for you. Enjoy your blogging journey! 🤍🤍
Hello dear..Welcome to Hive! I see you're in the right place with your passion and interests. Enjoy blogging and earning!
Hi! Thank you, miss. Looking forward to blogging and sharing my passions here. See you around.😊
Welcome to Hive! Hoping to read more blogs from you soon!😊
Thank you! Can't wait to share more blogs with you soon! See you!😊
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All good @ikaycutie! You are a true inspiration for Hive! Keep going and reach your new target!
Welcome to HIVE Platform.... hope you enjoy here.... best of luck for your new journey...
Thank you so much!😊
Hi Ikay, welcome to Hive! So happy to see more Pilipino coming here on Hive, I hope you enjoy your stay here. ฅ^•ﻌ•^ฅ
Hi there! Appreciate the warm welcome. So excited to be part of Hive community and connect with other Filipinos like you! 😊💗
Welcome to Hive!
Thank youuuu!😍😊
Welcome to Hive, Kai :) If you have any questions about the platform, feel free to ask me 🙌
Do you enjoy reading and writing fiction?
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Hi! Appreciate it. While I enjoy reading fiction, I focus more on writing non fiction. I'm curious about this VYB curation project. Do you know where I can learn more about it?
You might enjoy The Inkwell then :) There's a weekly nonfiction prompt, and plenty of fictional stories to read.
Unfortunately the progress is currently on hold due to the founder having personal issues offline :( ... It's a nice team though, and we try to use our delegation wisely. Do you have Discord?
Ohhh, The Inkwell sounds cool! I hope the founder's issues get resolved soon. And as for Discord, I used to have it, but now I don't.
Discord is really useful, a lot of Hive communities and projects have a server :) Might be worth setting it back up
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Welcome to Hive and welcome to Cebu!(Although, this might be a little too late since you've been living here for quite some time already haha). Hope to read more of your posts here, which I believe will truly express your creativity and passion for writing. See you around! 😊
Haha. Thanks for the double welcome! See you around! 😊
Hey Kai! We are happy to have you around 🥰
Thank you! ☺️🥰
Hello pretty girl 🥰 Nice to meet you! Welcome to Hive 🤗❤️ May you have. a wonderful journey here with us 🤗
Thank you!☺️💗
Welcome to Hive, @ikaycutie. Making memes with your faces is what we also did. And that's funnier than those on social media. HAHAHA. Anyways, good to know about you, and hope you enjoy your stay here. 🥰
Hi! It's good to know that we're not the only ones who enjoy doing it. HAHAHA. Thanks for the warm welcome and see you around! ☺️
Hello @ikaycutie, welcome to Hive!
Being the oldest can be overwhelming, but having a supportive circle of people makes the journey much more manageable. Can't wait to read more posts from you!
Hi! Thank you, miss. I'm fortunate I have a supportive circle of friends ,and they mean a lot to me. I appreciate your kind words. See you around. 😊
Hello,@ikaycutie!Welcome to Hive❤️❤️❤️Enjoy your journey on this platform🙂Congratulations❤️❤️❤️Thank you for sharing something about yourself❤️❤️❤️Expecting more blogs from you🙂
Hi! Thank you for the lovely welcome and encouragement!😊💗
You are always welcome @ikaycutie❤️
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Hi! I'll keep this in mind. Thank you! ☺️
You are warmly welcome dear @ikaycutie sa hive...jeep blogging😇
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