Lists of Popular People in Literature, Journalism, and Historiography in Dumaguete City /Negros Oriental

• César Ruìz Aquino , poet, fictionist, SEAWriter awardee, and four-time Carlos Palanca Memorial Award winner
• Adlai Amor, journalist and Poet 
• Alexander Amor, journalist
• Gemma Minda Laxina Iso, poet, fictionist, and Author
• Claro Ceniza†, poet and philosopher
• Penn Josefino T. Larena Jr, Historian,Writer and ,Poet 
• Elsa Martinez Coscolluela, poet, fictionist, playwright, co-founder of the IYAS National Writers Workshop, and Carlos Palanca Memorial Award Hall-of-Famer
• Ely Dejaresco, journalist
• Leoncio P. Deriada, poet, fictionist, playwright and Carlos Palanca Memorial Award Hall-of-Famer
• Sandra Villanueva Perez-Duran, visayan  journalist,radio drama actor and Writer 
• Pearl Gamboa Doromal, poet and socialite
• Christine Godinez-Ortega, poet and co-founder of the Iligan National Writers Workshop 
• Leonilda Bayran Magdamo, poet
• Simon Nino Anton G. Baena, Writer, poet
• Elena Maquiso†, historian and Ulahingan researcher
• David C. Martinez, fictionist and Carlos Palanca Memorial Award winner 
• Lilius P.Pinili, Writer, Poet and Christian Literature
• Grace Monte de Ramos, poet
• Susan Villanueva Perez Aliño , CEBUANA legend in drama and radio broadcasting
• Jose V. Montebon Jr.†, fictionist
• Alex Pal, journalist
• Myrna Peña-Reyes, poet 
• Josefa Baena Villanueva -Perez Historian, Folk Writer, Poet 
• Caridad Aldecoa Rodriguez†, historian
• Lakambini Sitoy, fictionist and Carlos Palanca Memorial Award winner
• T. Valentino Sitoy, historian
• Artemio Tadena†, poet ,Literature and Carlos Palanca Memorial Award winner
• Anthony L. Tan, poet, fictionist, co-founder of the Iligan National Writers Workshop, and Carlos Palanca Memorial Award winner
• Edilberto Tiempo†, novelist, critic, co-founder of the Silliman University National Writers Workshop, and SEAWriter awardee 
• Edith Tiempo†, poet, novelist, critic, co-founder of the Silliman University National Writers Workshop, and National Artist for Literature 
• Ryn Paul N Gonzales- Hiligaynon Literature Poet
• Domini Torrevillas, journalist
• Lemuel Torrevillas, playwright and Carlos Palanca Memorial Award winner
• Rowena Tiempo Torrevillas, poet, fictionist, essayist, and Carlos Palanca Memorial Award winner
• Gerard Jude Castil Bumanglag ,Cultural Advocate and Poet 
• Gemma Racoma Tadena -Poet, Dancer, Writer and Literature Teacher
• Rosario Fe L. Saavedra -Literature Teacher, Writer and Spanish Language Professor
• Ernesto Superal Yee†, poet and fictionist
•  Leonaga Tulabing Larena, Poet, Reading Advocate
• Bobby Flores Villasis, poet, fictionist, playwright, and Carlos Palanca Memorial Award winner 

Passionate Sunset 2024- Penn Tulabing Larena

 

In the realm of passion, two souls entwine,

A tale of love and lust, a story divine.

The older, a seasoned lover, wise and bold,

His touch, a dance of experience, stories untold.

 

 

The younger, a delicate plant  in bloom,

A heart brimming with curiosity, a soul to consume.

With fragile wings, he embarks on this new journey,

A first-time bang buddy, a moment he'll cherish, a memory.

 

Together, they explore the depths of desire,

A symphony of whispers, a fire ignites higher.

The older, a guide, a mentor, a friend,

A bond forged in the heat of passion's end.

 

The younger, a great thinker, a dreamer, a star,

In the order’s arms, he finds his own spark.

Two hearts beating as one, a connection so pure,

A moment of innocence, a love that endures.

 

As the sunset fades, their bodies entwined,

A newfound respect, a love that's combined.

For in this dance of love, they've found their place,

A connection that transcends time and space.

 

 

And so, the tale of two  buddy unfolds,

A story of passion, of hearts that are sold.

In this moment of truth, they've found their bliss,

A connection that'll forever exist.

 

One word to title this tale of two,

A journey of love, of passion, and anew.

A rhythm that dances, a love so complete.

Sir Penn Tulabing Larena

Mar. 30,2024 5pm 

Photo by JV Lam

                      

 

The Dark Knight 2022

 

Dark Knight

 

The night was dark, and the air was thick,

No moon shone bright, no stars to pick,

Blackout only us, and the heat was on the rise,

Sweat trickled down all over my body, like tears from my eyes.

 

Amidst the darkness, a knight appeared,

His armor dark, his heart ungeared,

He braved the heat, and fought the night,

With courage and might, he held his plight.

 

The darkness whispered, and shadows crept,

The air was still, and silence kept,

But the knight stood tall, his will unbroken,

Defying the heat, and words unspoken.

 

The night wore on, and the heat grew worse,

But the knight stayed strong, his sword averse,

He battled the darkness, and vanquished the heat,

His strength and courage were an unyielding feat.

 

And when the dawn broke, and the darkness fled,

The knight emerged, with sweat on his head,

He looked up high, at the rising sun,

And knew that his battle was finally won.

 

For he had fought the night, and won the day,

His bravery and strength, are a tribute to say,

That in the darkest hour, when all seems lost,

The knight of the dark will bear the cost. 

Baisanon Poet Penn Tulabing Larena some of his works were influenced by family, relatives and friends. Some of his works include Everlasting love in 2001,Escaño Beach : A Memory to Hold  2011, Hacienda in 2013, Hometown 2015,Rizal 2016,  The space between us in 2018 ,Spanish Bread of Jose Rafael  2018  Pretty Girl  2018.,Lockdown 2021 and Stranger of the midnight summer 2022.,The Dark Knight in Spet 2022,

Larena is regular travel, historical and lifestyle writer of Negros now daily and Negros Weekly,Buglas Reading Club  and New York based The Negros Times.

A  Poet from St. Paul University Dumaguete and graduate from Silliman University 

He is a nephew of  Literary icons in the Philippines like Fr. Rudy Villanueva aka in literature Renato Madrid, Dr. Elsa Martinez – Coscolluela,Atty .David C. Martinez, Lilius Pinili,Dr. Tichie Saycon E. Baena ,Atty Arturo Valencia Umbac,  Simon Anton Niño Diego Galera Baena and his mother Leonaga Tulabing Larena .

Bahay Kubo in Calo

 Beside the river, on the farm so green,

Stands a humble home, a Bahay Kubo serene. Built with bamboo and nipa, a simple abode, With nature as its backdrop, a peaceful abode.

The gentle breeze that blows, brings a sweet scent, Of flowers and crops, so rich and abundant. The flowing river, a soothing lullaby, As the farmers work hard, beneath the bright blue sky.

Inside the Bahay Kubo, a cozy retreat, Where families gather, to rest and to eat. Simple pleasures in life, they embrace with joy, Content with the Calo farm, and its bountiful employ.

The Bahay Kubo stands as a symbol so pure, Of life that's simple, and values that endure. Amidst the hustle and bustle of the world outside, In this humble abode, there's peace to abide.

Beside the river, on the farm so green, The Bahay Kubo stands, a sight to be seen. A haven of tranquility, amidst nature's charm, A place to call home, with open arms.

Leonaga T. Larena in 1991

Sra. Acion ,San Jose ,Negros Oriental

Perfection 1985

 

As I'm going through life, a scenario pops into my head.

 A created disorder that scoffs at the idea of a future.

 A stumble while I was entering a throng

I kept my posture straight and worked hard to keep quiet.

mouth making such whispers and high-pitched giggles:

Stunningly evil eyes look at the large window

 stepping into the path of onlookers who may have differing opinions

 I keep second-guessing if I came out as too commonplace.

 

 

Everywhere there was style and sophistication

On their face is engraved the desire for perfection.

Snakes nest on their neck.

Consider me as a small speck in your eyes.

You must stride straight.

And keep it light.

formally attired as they say,

Every day, you are being handled like a machine.

 

 

 

I think my best option is to whimper.

 But all of a sudden, reality hits me in the face.

 All of their expectations were crushed, and I'm still improving.

 for an unacceptable letdown.

 The desire for perfection is universal.

 And everybody wants to be noticed.

 They desire to possess everything.

They are fixated on perfection. 

Perfection  Luca Tanjay City 

Leonaga Tulabing Larena