Hello, world.
My name is Enóla, and I hail from the sun-kissed province of Northern Cebu, where life is not always hard, nor always easy. I matured early to the light, to the reality that life is tough. I am an only child, and others would always think my world was paved with gold, shining with glitz and glamour—but the reality beneath the glitter was much different. However, I was nurtured in a love deep and unshakable, from my parents and grandparents—persistent gardeners cultivating the delicate blossom of my spirit.
Whenever someone asks, ‘Why don’t you have a younger sibling?’ I always grin and answer with my memorized line: ‘Rice is expensive.’ And it turns out, I was right all along.
I was just six years old, but the weight of life’s harvest was already pressed upon my shoulders. That little six-year-old girl is now a fourth-year education student. The journey has been prickly, but I tread it with modest feet, led by God and driven by my own determination.
As the Bible says in Psalm 46:5:
“God is within her, she will not fall; God will help her at break of day.”
And I did not fall, for I bent before him.
I am a member of the Iglesia Ni Cristo and also serve in the church choir.
Psalm 96:1-2
“Sing to the Lord a new song; sing to the Lord, all the earth. Sing to the Lord, praise his name; proclaim his salvation day after day.”
College was so different from what I have read in books. It was less about moonlit romances or carefree trips with friends—especially if you had none—and more about scaling mountains of reports and defending projects like a warrior in a Mario-level quest.
Having talent while studying was a rare gem, and I was privileged to hold a few. Sometime in December 2024, my blockmates chose me to write the script for our play when we were in third year. It was such an honor and we were literally on cloud nine after receiving a perfect score for our first theater play.
Throughout my years in the academe, I already wrote countless scripts for our performances and even for school promotional videos.
My journey through this school has been a storm-laden river. I met the shadowed version of myself, the weary traveler. I encountered souls I thought would walk beside me as companions, but they revealed themselves as rival climbers, forgetting that the only summit I race toward is the one my younger self, my ambitious self, and my joyful self have set before me.
How did I become a writer? Am I born for it or did I make myself one? My answer would be the latter. Anyone can have a pen in their hand, but not everyone is able to use it. I recall being 13 years old and writing a short story at the back of my Science notebook when I was in grade 7—my teacher was so dull. I wrote of a princess and her knight, a story stitched from the same threads everyone else read—fantasy—but my tale knew no happy ending. Instead, it lingered in the shade, a “tragic ever after” that clung to the page like ivy.
At first, writing was merely a spark, a flicker of curiosity. But gradually, it became my shadow, my silent friend. When I was thirteen, I crashed into a storm of depression following a tragic incident that my entire family hardly survived. We lived like phantoms in our own lives—staying in the shadows, running from hunters, escaping from the world. In that darkness, I found peace in my pen and paper. They were my refuge, my confidante, the never-judging ears. They saw me laugh, they heard me weep, they witnessed my scars, my struggles—everything that I could not speak out loud. That is why Enóla was born—unfiltered and bold.
I kept on pouring myself into writing, particularly during the time of the pandemic, when my name flourished in what we called ‘Dummylandia,’ with thousands of followers and readers who imbued life to my words and inspirations. Folks started seeing the ink of my soul.
When I was a freshman, I joined our school’s journalism club and later became the Head Literary Writer. Being surrounded by people who breathed metaphors fueled my passion to continue writing and to inspire others through the power of words.
Now, I want my works to be read by a wide audience across the globe, to have my true life known, because it is something inspiring that no one knows about.
That is why I decided to join Hive. I wish to contribute by sharing my prose, the inspirational ones, my story, my heartaches, everything in between. To me, Hive feels like a bright field where my words can take root, grow towards the sun, and bloom. I first heard about it from our journalism adviser, who said this is a big opportunity to let our voices be heard beyond the four walls of our school—to step past the gates of school journalism and speak to the whole world. I was moved to join as well, knowing that some of the familiar souls I met in school have already found a home here, especially @whosee. I would also like to thank Mr.@intoy.bugoy for conducting an online orientation on September 2, 2025, which paved the way for me to join and become a Hiver.
Now that I am officially part of this community, I wish to convey both the poignancy and the pain of being a student, and a daughter who learns to dance through storms—and perhaps connect with individuals who adore words as much as I do. And if even one reader finds comfort, inspiration, or even just a still smile in what I do, then I know my reason for being here is served.
To my folks wandering around, I hope you come across my chateau and support my works. I hope that my words find you on a quiet night, or in the middle of your storms, and remind you that you are not alone—that somewhere, a girl named Enóla once wrote through her pain and turned it into light. Together, may we grow, write, and dream under the same sky. See you around.
Enola ~ when read pabaliktad alone ~ got that from a movie 😆
Anyways such a fighter at a young age and very positive, and i think🤔 i also welcomed one of your journalist club members base on the pictures hehe still WELCOME TO HIVE!
Hello, Miss Jude! You’re right po—it means 'alone.' I got it from Enola Holmes. Thank you for welcoming me here po. 💛
🥹 yo, you're probably the first person who calls me miss in the first try 🤣 usually they call me sir coz of the jude name hahaha thank you!
They should try taking a look at your avatar, huhu, and your typing says it all. 😭
Right?? Like no men types with all the ~ and 💞❤️ HAHAHAHA! 😆
You reminded me of Hel from Project Loki~~~~ 😆😭
😭 oh no I'm sorry i haven't read this but im glad i got reminded of someone funny i hope? Hahaha
Greetings great @pennedbyenola! I am so happy that you are now officially a hiver after weeks of preparing you. Welcome to Hive my friend! Dont forget to follow the rules I shared. I wish you a good journey. Your writing is in the right place. Trust me.
You have no idea how I’m feeling right now, huhu. Thank you for the inspiration, our Whosee! I’m so happy to see your unfiltered tales here.💛
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Thank you so much po @mcgi.cares 🤍
Welcome aboard @pennedbyenola. Your passion in writing makes you a perfect Gem in this community. Im excited to see beyond your life stories and experience in life. Explore the community and have fun.
Thank you for the warm welcome and guidance, sir @intoy.bugoy! 💛
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I enjoyed reading your introduction! It’s always nice to meet someone who appreciates literature as much as I do 💖 Your username reminded me of Enola Homes 😁 I’m excited to read more of your thoughts and stories here. Welcome! 🥳
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I am delighted to hear that, @cthings! I thought no one would appreciate my writing style. 🥹
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You have a lot of talent. 💖 Welcome to Hive @pennedbyenola. Hirap ng name mo, lol. See you around! 🌸
Thank you for the warm welcome, @mayt! So easy lang naman po. 🥹 See yah!🤍
Welcome to Hive! It’s great to have you here.💕
Thank you for the warm welcome, Miss Gretel! See you around po. 💛
You're welcome! See you around!😍
Welcome here Enola.. ang pretty mo namn ☺️
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Thank you, miss Jane! See you around po.💛
I am honored to welcome you to this empowering platform, miss. You can freely explore, express yourself, and grow here. Hive is intended to increase your self-confidence by surrounding you with a very supportive environment in which your ideas and story are valued and appreciated in every inch of it. Whether you're looking or aiming to enhance your confidence and to find inspiration, or simply to grow yourself, this platform is here to help you every step of your way ❤️
Aww, Ate Donna. I’ll take note of the things you mentioned and draw inspiration from the woman who knows her self-worth—something I feel I still lack. If you remember, we met at City Hall back in 2022. I’m so happy to see you here, Ate.✨💛
You’re very welcome nday. I’m also here for you to guide you. Yeahhhzzz I remember ittt, what a small world we meet here again on this platform.
Hi @pennedbyenola welcome to Hive. I'm @palomap3 from Lovesniper OCD team.
I'm sorry to hear that your family has had to go through such a difficult time. I hope you're better now. I can understand that writing has been your refuge. In a way, it's a kind of therapy, and pouring your emotions onto paper doesn't solve problems, but it does provide relief. You have a great talent for it, and I'm glad you're making the most of it. I look forward to reading more from you. Follow the advice of @whosee and @intoy.bugoy and you'll do well here.
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Hi Madame @palomap3, thank you very much for the warm reception and sweet words. They truly are very much appreciated. Writing has been an outlet for me to work out my thoughts and a sort of break. I’m happy that it can also be shared and enjoyed here. I will surely take the words of advice of @whosee and @intoy.bugoy to heart.
Hello and welcome to the wonderful community of hive! Looking forward for your life blogs here. Enjoy!
Thank you so much, Miss Ij! See you around.💛
You’re welcome! See you around too!
First of all, your thumbnail dragged me in. I can't believe I spend the time to read through this post to find out this is an intro post, this is amazing.
Indeed you are a writer, you've made yourself one with everything you've said out here. It's been a while I read such captivating introduction. You didn't just make it look like one, such a tale to present yourself here.
I smiled with your memorized line that Rice is expensive, I think this was the first thing that made me stay and read to the end. I wanted to know more about the mystery girl lol.
I also noticed your recognition of God and I love that for you.
You seem to be filled with so much life and hope and I am glad to read that you are thriving even amidst your storms and you fought through your depression even as a teenager, that's amazing.
It's such a pleasure to meet you and stop by your post to hear you.
I hope to run into them from time to time.
Welcome to Hive Enola!
Thank you so much, Miss @sandysmalls!🥹 I’m so glad the thumbnail and that little “rice is expensive” line pulled you in.
Your words about my faith and the tougher chapters mean a lot. I’m grateful you took the time to read and welcome me so kindly. It’s a pleasure to meet you here, too.Take care and see you around! 💛
You are very much welcome