The Best Companion

Every people in the world faces different kinds of problems each day. It could be a simple, tragedy or calamity. Whatever is it just as long as it comes along the way which becomes our burden in each day, forms a problem. 

problems

We were born in this magestic world with an obstacles needed for us to pass through to be considered strong and unbeatable. We may not notice it in a single glimpse but the fact that it is a necessity for an individual to experience, we have to undergo those moments in life.

I consider myself as a good example of an individual who most of the time is challenged to face a variety of problems. Every single day, I am engaged to a lot of challenges for me to escape, knots for me to untie, troubles for me to solve. But all through these time, I was never shaken and I never doubted on myself for I am a child of God who always trusts in His will.

Last May 2011, when the house raised by my parents were burnt down by a huge fire that started next to ours. It was not just a simple house for it is filled with love and it is our home. We were born and raised on that house and my parents built that for us to have our living. We were fast asleep when that incident happened. Everything seems to be untrue. I even rubbed my eyes to figure out if is this really hapening to our house. All of a sudden, when we had to leave our home because of the absence of electricity, I asked myself if where did our family go wrong. Why did this happen to us, why my family?

A month after that tragedy, still our family aren't good as we were but at least we had our shelter to sleep in, on my uncles old house. We had to forget and recover from what just happened. Suddenly, a very sad and shocking news reached us. My grandfather who had been a victim of lung cancer didn't make it anymore. He passed away a month after we lost our home.

It was the very terrible challenge that our family had to conquer. The loss of a house could be considerable but a loss of someone you really love is such so grievous for me to handle. I feel so depressed and down that moment especially that I am a lolo's girl. I dearly love ly grandad for he stood for me when I was still a kid. He has been a good role model and has enriched my life with a lot of words of encouragement. I could broke down a lot of times upon remembering a great loss.

I almost give up but when I saw my family still coping up ang fighting with what life has to offer, I just said to myself, "everything happens for a reason." I should have not doubt nor ask of what He is doing for He knows everything. He knew this would happen but He also has better reasons why this had happened to me. He gave us this challenge because He knew all along that we are strong enough to handle such situations in life. Yes, it is not easy but as long as you keep the faith you have and be with your family who's your strength, for sure, you'll succeed in whatever troubles or problems you are in to.

That Day

All of us has our own experiences and moments that we really cherish and treasure the most. Those moments which we even wished to be unending and to happen again. Mine? It would be a pleasure to share one of the moments in my life which I value.

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Philippines, known as the Pearl of the Orient has this city which is known to be the "City of Golden Friendship," Cagayan De Oro City. It is located in the Northern part of Mindanao, Misamis Oriental. Aside from its great ambiance, the people there are so hospitable and smiling even with the fact that we are considered to be tourists in their land. Why we? Well, last May 2012, our whole family had to attend a reunion in my grandmother's hometown, Cagayan. And our journey begins from here. :))

Approximately 5 hours of travel is needed for us to reach the said city for we are residing in Butuan City. I felt so excited and happy upon hearing the invitation that actually needs everyone's presence. I am not fond of traveling to far places because I do get dizzy all the time so after years of not traveling, here I experienced it again. Of course as expected, by the time the bus started its engine, I felt dizzy and about to vomit right away. I hate that feeling actually but there's something in me saying that it has to happen everytime I travel.    -_- But at least, I have my family with me. So I just had to sleep on my mother's lap and viola! when I woke up, we are on our destination already. :) I felt so relieved that time.

Upon arrival, the family that is said to be the host of this year's reunion, basically welcomed us with greetings and foods and a lot of stuff that can only be in their city. I felt the warmth and gladness of my relatives upon seeing us especially my grandparents and parents. The "mano po" manner was really present and the tight hug that is filled with love.

The night before the event, the people were still very busy chitchatting and talking all of the topics that came to their minds that is said to be nonsense yet you can still see the smile and laughters each one could have that is rarely seen.

The following day, the much awaited event has finally arrived. Everybody seems to be happy and joyous upon meeting and greeting everyone that has come on the event. Though it was not meant to be very formal program, still it was organized and well-planned ideas of the organizers. We are considered as guests and treated as one. The food was delightful in the sense that it was so festive and everybody could eat much more than they want for the foods was more than enough the guests. The ambiance was good for it was held on one of the great beaches in CDO. The sea breeze, oh! you could really feel the summer air with that. Of course, the sand that tickles on my toes are awesome.

This day, I was given the chance to meet my third degree cousins and uncles and aunties that I've never met before. They are much more like our first family, happy and joyful as it can be. You could really feel the remarkable smile on them upon seeing everybody on that day.

By the time we had to go home, everyone was still cherishing the few moments that could be experienced through chitchat and laughters. Though we had to bid our goodbyes, a lot of reasons for us to smile with the HAHAHA's we had on that day we went to Cagayan.

Strike the Iron while it's Hot

Way back my senior year upon being high school, when I had this terrific experience...

T'was just a normal and fine friday afternoon when my mom told me to buy the family a bread for sort of snacks.Without hessitations, I immediately asked for the money and went ahead for I don't wanna make them wait. I ran so fast, as fast as I could but then suddenly, *whooosh* I slipped off on the road. Misfortune.

What I felt that moment was, "kill me now" for I don't know what to do next. Upon standing up, I acted like nothin' happened. People were looking at me but then I said to myself, "this is what I get for being so careless on my moves." I had to stand erect but this time, walk like a queen.

"Do I deserve these beams from the surrounding in which I stand right now?" I went through the stares and giggles by those people who seemed to witness an embarassing moment. And this time, I'm halfway to the bakeshop that is really my destination. Upon reaching it, "Ahh, thank God! I've made it!" I hurriedly call the attention of the saleslady. "Hello Miss, good afternoon, can I have this one please?" I payed a smile but that girl seemed to be deaf in a way that I am already reaching out my voice for me to be heard yet no response.

Few moments later, "Good afternoon sir, may I know your order?" She said to the newly came in customer. "Can I have this one please" while pointing on the bread he'd like to buy. "Sure, for how much sir?" she asked. "Just for 20php." Upon listening to them, I was like "Huh? He was entertained first with the fact that I came prior him, amazing!" ironically. Then, when the man was no longer around, the saleslady f'nally asked, "What's yours?"

I am obliged to answer her. "This one please," while choosing the bread. Not yet finished packing, I changed my mind, "Can I have this one instead?" But then she murmered right away, "You must choose carefully so the transaction would be fast!"

Whew. My nerves have gone through me so I had to stop my temper and just let her finish. "G-R-R-R-R" Without noticing it, I got so hot. Maybe that was because I wasn't able to talk. But still, I had to stop myself from getting mad because I don't want an argument especially with those who are older than me. I had to fake a smile though in my heart, a boiling water is about to spill, payed the goods and walked out.

Upon walking back home, I'm still distracted by how the saleslady treated me. "You must....." "Urgh! it keeps on lingering to my mind!" Knowing the rights of the customer, I am distressed. I didn't even say a single word then. But at the back of my mind, "I know I was disrespected" that could maybe because I was still a kiddo that moment.

Essentially, being a customer means being always right. This is what I've learned since our family had our own kind of business. It is my right to choose and select the best goods that would suit my budget and taste. I didn't mind now the stares of the same people who saw my moment a few minutes ago. "Who the hell cares if they watch me walk and stumble," and I went through them.

Back on our home, my mom saw the distress on my face. She asked, "What happened?" then I told her the whole story and she said to me, "It is better to remain quite but it is not applicable all the time, it is only when the need arises." She was then satisfied for what I acted for she cited, "I am happy that you know how to stop your temper but I don't prohibit you upon defending yourself, ok?!"

Since then, I said to myself, "All is well" quoted from an award-winning movie, The Three Idiots. The message that keeps me remember that all things will be well.

Towards SARIMANOK

On my point of view

Sarimanok: One Bird's Dream Tears a Tradition

On its 36^th year of celebration, from the resident theatre company of MSU-IIT, Integrated Performing Arts Guild (IPAG) proudly brings you Steven Patrick C. Fernandez’, SARIMANOK

It is a dance musical that is divided into two sessions. First is the gala night that happened last Nov. 28 and with the matinee session that happened the following day, 29.

Presenting: the internationally-acclaimed IPAG

The initial impression I could put on upon entering the gymnasium was the spectacular light up effects on the stage. It was the very first time that I’ve witnessed that stage on a vibrant manifestation with a huge cage-like formulation on the interior aisle. It would really capture the viewers’ eyes. Together with it is the fastidious shade over the entire stage that combined with the outward show. Moreover, the illumination applied on it was perfect for the said event that persuades the audience to appreciate it.The harmony and choice of music is well thought-out that suites a specific scene on the play. The dancers were all astonishing. They’ve danced with control of the show as a whole. The props and everything they wore added to their stunning effect on a viewer’s point of view. They made snappy actions to glide with the play which really astounded me upon watching them.

Amazing performance

The narration was made so good by the mask man who did his part thoroughly. The lip sync with the group singing agreeably was also magnificent that the voices of the characters keep on lingering to my ears right after the show. The audio was fine however some parts of the script are not well spoken that was maybe caused by a little technical problem of the lapels that they have.The rules were read for the audience earlier before the start of the show. Yet a delay in the starting time of the show made the viewers, who were mostly students, weary in the sense that the thrill they’ve had few hours ago was extended even in spite the fact that they’ve been on the venue already.

As the characters portray their roles

It was entitled, Sarimanok which is a legendary bird that is a popular symbol in the Muslim art of the southern Philippine islands. It has wings and a feathered tail, and holds a fish in its beak or talons. The bird's head is profusely decorated with scrolls, leaf and spiral motifs. This is the show was all about; the bird’s mistaken action which makes it a violation to their tradition was really her aspiration. And that is to explore, to expose and to discover.
At the end of every show, an implication by the viewers should be made for them to understand. Reactions, comments, suggestions are usually done in a show like this. But on my perspective, the notion this event tries to impart is that no one should be stopped from reaching his/her dreams and aspirations in life.
Sarimanok was punished to death not because she had her dream, but because of her bravery upon violating an essential tradition just to follow that certain dream. Are you going to flap your wings and take the risks? Or be what the people around you wants you to be? Are you a Sarimanok? All dreams could come true but only with the courage upon pursuing them. We all have dreams. But in order to make dreams come into reality, it takes an awful lot of determination, dedication, self-discipline, and effort. Dream as if you'll live forever. Live as if you'll die today.

The Chosen One

We all have dreams. But in order to make dreams come into reality, it takes an awful lot of determination, dedication, self-discipline, and effort. An educator in the making, that's my dream!

There's always more than meets the eye

                I am Yrrahbell C. Bullecer. My friends fondly calls me "Yrrah." They usually comment on my name saying, "Sounds so familiar yet the spelling seems weird." Well, it's simply because my name is a combination of my Mother and Father's name, Harry and Bella put them all together, creates my name. :) I am a kind of girl who stands for what is I believe is right. Yes, I am articulate at times but I surely know when to speak and when to keep quite. I am into editorial writing. I keep on writing articles and most of it are critics. I am a proud Girl Scout of the Philippines. I am 16 years old, currently residing at P-6, Canaway-Tibanga, Iligan City. I was born on the 25th of January , 1997.My first and extended family are active members of the Church Of Christ (Iglesia Ni Cristo) which I consider as a treasure having my entire family in one belief and one faith.

                   We are four in the family. My hardworking father is self-employed and his name is Mr. Harry Bullecer. My loving mother is an office worker and her name is Mrs. Bella Bullecer. I am the eldest of two so I am responsible in making myself as role model not just to my sister but also to my younger cousins. Yes, I am also the eldest among the grandchildren of Tatay and Nanay, as what we fondly call them.

                    As for my life outside the university, you'll most likely find me at Church in Canaway Congregation. I was raised by my family to be a religious one to be able to meet up the daily struggles in life.

                     I am a type of person who is vocal but in a professional way, in the sense that, I know when to speak and when to keep silent. My strength is preaching and talking while my weakness are the backbites from the people I value so much. I like listening to music especially ballad which makes a soothing effect on my mind. I also play my own flute at leisure times.

                      I was born and raised in Butuan City. My family are there right now. I am here for good and that is, for my studies which my parents really prayed for. My stay here is not just to meet their expectations but to reach my goals and visions in life. My vision in life is that, at the end of the day, it is not the destination that matters, but it is the journey. So I am here to experience and explore the world beyond my horizons in our town.

                      One of the profession that most of the people wants to engaged with is on handling children. It is in this field that you are able to mold the competitive individual that would occupy this world in the future. You could be able to touch their lives by the things that you are imparting to them.

                       In accordance with this, one of the good and interesting course that one should be taking is my course, BEED-ENGLISH. Because this definitely fits an individual whose desire is to teach while learning and having fun with the young generation. In addition to that, it would not only help you improve your reading, writing. critical thinking and grammar skills but it could also be one of the ways in which you could reach your goals/plans in life just like, having prominent rank in the future thru Masterals and Doctorate degrees and of course, effective communication takes place.

                       It is my passion to talk, share and preach my knowledge and skills to our future citizens that would enable them to enjoy their living in the most righteous way. It is the supreme art of the teacher to awaken joy in creative expression and knowledge. I have come to believe that being a teacher is being a great artist for it is teaching is the greatest of the arts since the medium is the human mind and spirit. But all of these would not be possible if I'd be alone for I know that God is the driver of my life. All I have to do is to fasten up my seat belt and enjoy the ride of my journey called Life.

Wake Up! Wake Up!

                   " Filipinos are worth dying for", a line tossed by the late Benigno Aquino Jr. known as "Ninoy" in his nation, Philippines. It was his real passion and love for his country that triggered him to fight for what is right . Filipinos tend to surrender during those dictatorial times but beacuse of the courage of many Filipinos, they've given this generation a better place to live in, democratically. And with this, Republican is the system of our government in this nation. But wait, who and what do the people actually need? Do they really exist? 


                    We were born to follow. Even leaders are good followers. But this idea of being governed and mandated by the people that we don't really know side-by-side sounds alarming in the sense that, we don't know them that much yet, we keep on following them. All those laws and regulations they've implemented are made without even asking for the mass' consent about a certain proposal. They actually make decisions based on their expense.


                    We, Filipinos, don't need big names to be in position, we neither need a lot of bills nor proposals of a lot of projects that are yet to be started. We also don't need much of those promises that can only be uttered during campaigns. What Filipinos actually need are those who are: God-Fearing, honest, trustworthy, responsible, kind, helpful and willing to sacrifice his ownself in the call of duty. those who are not having second thoughts of doing what is right and moral. These are what the Filipinos have been searching for in a leader. Someone who could be relied on and could save them from every dangers of life. Just exactly like a superhero that stands firmly in the midst of problems and calamities.


                      Philippines had reached its 115th year of independence from Western colonizers but the fact still remains, about the unclean officials and cabinets even in the local government about their issues of graft and corruption and of course, their abusive use of power. And this issues should be lessen and if possible, be diminished so that the dignity and inner peace for every Filipino be achieved wherever they go and whatever they do.