At the end of the day, home is a place you can let yourself slow down in. Johanna Lim finds her peace and quiet in the sleepy city of Tanjay. “My grandmother had a ‘50s ancestral home in Tanjay, Negros Oriental, surrounded by sugarcane on all sides. I’ve realized that it’s here where I feel healthier and happier; where the day is prompted by the crow of roosters and light slowly seeping into your room. Tanjay is a close-knit city, previously town, where everyone knows everyone. The most activity it would have is at the mercado, at Saint James the Greater Parish, and a Friday disco night at Rizal Park across it. It's the idea of nothing happening that's so calming to come home to. If you’re ever here, open your window throughout the trip—especially as you pass by the acacia-lined hills leading to Mojon Church, eventually entering Bais. I find that Negros has this sultry, sweet smell unique to the land; a mixture of humidity, muscovado, and salt air.” 📍 Tanjay 📸 Johanna Lim What are your #GRIDHometownStories? Share them with us by tagging @gridmagazineph on IG and FB for a chance to win prizes and be featured on our community gallery!