This Adobo Life: A Poetic Autobiography

This Adobo Life: A Poetic Autobiography

In this collection, Noel Aquino shares his immigrant story from the Philippines to the US, navigating the process of growing up, romance, identity, and culture. Through a blend of poetry, short stories, journal entries, and illustrations, he takes readers on a five-part journey—from Paglisan (Departure) to Pag-unlad (Development) —following the phases of leaving home, growing into adulthood, confronting heartaches, embracing identity, and finding peace. Presented in both Filipino and English, these bilingual poems aim to show the bridge between culture and language, his moments of growth and transformation. Paired with personal insights, this collection invites readers into the heart of his experiences as he learns to balance conflicting cultural identities and find belonging. From the uncertainty of leaving home to the power of self-acceptance, This Adobo Life is a moving story of heartache, growth, and the journey to understanding oneself. Noel Aquino is a Filipino American author who writes poetry in both languages he speaks-English and Filipino. He loves writing collaborative poetry with friends, often showcasing their works as highlights in his author website. He promotes and invites others that we should all express ourselves in the different languages we can use, and is a strong advocate of language preservationWhen he isn't writing, he enjoys sitting down for board games or video games, and spending quality time with friends and family.