What the word 'CHRISTMAS' means to me...

Kathy received a pair of prada shoes whereas Nathan got a guess shirt. Nixon wanted a new set of Wii and had it last Christmas. Thea's jaw dropped for her friends gave her a Red Dot cocktail dress. Marie and Claire hopped out the box when their parents bought them a new Asus laptop. What branded things they have received this Christmas, however, its brand is not the thing that matters...

Christmas isn't Christmas without Christmas party. And during this times, students would want something good. Good enough for them to satisfy their cravings. Well, who wouldn't want expensive and branded things for Christmas? It might be the best Christmas gift ever!

When we receive something good, we would all be like a hippy-happy jumping with joy and all. However, when we receive something that is not-so-good we tend to let sadness in our hearts.When I was a kid, there were times when I was obsessed with gifts. I would want everything for Christmas. I usually open my gifts as fast as I could as soon as i received them. And it has been a lot of times that frown's been plastered on my face and I would give a staggering fierce glare to the one who had given me that not-so-good gift.

But now is different. A lot more different than that of before. I was able to apprehend the simple yet true meaning of Christmas. It is neither about the material things nor the brands. How much it costs,its size or how the gift was perfectly done with wrappings and trimmings, all of it doesn't matter.

It is all about appreciating simple things or deeds and still finding happiness from it.

Even how cheap that gift is, at least someone hadn't forgotten you all this time. Even how small that gift is, at least someone out there has a big heart to give you that one. And its Christmas, my dear. Giving implies more than receiving.

If you received something not-so-good this Christmas, try to see what's behind it. It's like reading between the lines, you know. And when you've found what is behind that gift , surely you will be shocked for you will find something abstract. You can't see, hear, smell, touch, and taste. Something a person cannot physically interact with.

So, you tell me what you've found and I'll tell you mine.

Magandang Pagsasamahan tungo sa Maayos at Maunlad na Lipunan

Ionic Bond. A type of special bond that binds metals and non-metals. Similarly, it is the bond that binds diverse people into one single complex mass.

People nowadays, forget the true essence of mingling to other human beings. Some are self-centered and selfish while others don't mind their neighbors at all. But that should not be...

I remember during the Mass Induction wherein the EMCEE's quoted that "Teamwork is the ability to work together towards a common vision or dream. With teamwork we can achieve our goals as our individual experiences added together, gives us power to attain success. It is the FUEL that allows young people like us to attain uncommon results". Upon hearing that meaningful quote I realized everything's possible if we will all work together hand in hand.

If we value the relationship that exists between us human beings, we would all be united. And by having constant communication and relationship with our neighbors, our goal is not impossible.

If we will play our role in the ecosystem, ours would reach the state of equilibrium. We should always have a tight grip on that bond that binds us all into one.

And to finally end this, always inculcate good values and by loving our neighbors as we love ourselves. Remember that our goal-- to have a peaceful, orderly and progressive community requires not only the interference of a man but of all the creations of God.

I believe that it is attainable and we are few steps achieving it.

A Tiresome Break

Semestral Break Plan:

A dip in the pool
A trip to the spa
shopping at malls
sipping iced tea while having a movie marathon
island getaway

What a relaxing week if I did these stuffs. Endless days in my chase with pleasure and the whole world according to moi!
A screeching sound was made and i woke up from my dream. I was quite frustrated for it was just a petty dream. I lazily got up from my bed went straight to the kitchen, ate my breakfast, freshened up and i hopped in to go to school. It's just 8 am. That was my routine last semestral break. I volunteered to join the dance troupe for the Twilight Festival. And guess what? It was fun practicing the steps for the showdown and the street dance because we played the role of hungry zombies.
For the first time, my bones were awakened. It was an experience that I could never forget. My companions and I were enjoying the whole week laughing, eating, sweating and banging. But when the day of the competition arrived, I was expecting that we will not win due t0 the fact that the other contingents performance were better than ours. For me, it's just okay at least we have tried our best to come up with the most creative performance we could ever have.

When the 'todos los santos' arrived, I offered flowers and lit candles to the tomb of my demise relatives. I also silently uttered a short prayer for them.
Our semestral break was over! Indeed it was tiresome but it was loaded with so much fun. till next time...

HTML: My New BFF

Five months from now we will be leaving this institution of learning. And in my stay here in school particularly in the Fourth Year Computer Laboratory, my brain had gained myriads of concepts regarding html.

This topic was new to me but in my journey into the world of social networking sites I have met this hypertext mark-up language. Well, I had missed some lessons but i was able to cope up with those lessons. With the help of my classmate CHE, I was able to understand well the learnings our teacher had taught when I was not around.

Moving on, i will continue to do my activities promptly and pass my requirements on time. Also, I will try to have a better performance and active participation in my ICT IV class.

Breaking Barriers Through English

When there is PEACE, there is LOVE. When there is LOVE, there is UNITY. All can be fulfilled through our certain medium known as English.

In my fifteen years of existence, I've been taught over and over that ENGLISH is our universal language. It is the standard vernacular people around the globe is using. It has been marked up on my mind since the day I met the word English. Back when I first entered this institution of learning I progressively understand the significance of the English language. Now, I realized that there are good things it could give and amazing results it could provide.

Breaking barriers, in simpler terms is surpassing the challenges and problems that may arise in our path towards progress. If we could all learn and try our best using the English language we can be united as one. We are one, therefore we can achieve the goals we have set as well as annihilate the concrete carriers that serve as hindrance to development.

I can. You can. We can. With the help of our benevolent creator we could all break free. English is the bridge... English is the way forward...

Filipinnovation: The Way Forward

"An innovation is one of those things that society looks at and says, if we make this part of the way we live and work, it will change the way we live and work."

Do you imagine Filipinos including yourself entering a much modernized world? getting more digital and advanced? Well, it is possible...

Introducing new or something different to Filipinos is not a major threat. It should serve as an opportunity to change. A change that could lead not only to the success or improvement of one, it can be for the whole nation. Looking forward and moving forward is the key to the door of prosperity. A brighter future is waiting for us.

Innovation is not reformation. It is simply giving variance to those old and usual customs or habits. Filipino innovation is our way forward. It could transform the dream Filipinos always dreams of. We just need to embrace those good alterations that will be made for it may contribute to the development and progress of our country.

Together , we move forward. Thinking, discovering and doing new things never done and known before. Surpass the challenges laid before our very own eyes. All together we say, "keep moving forward".

My Teachers...My Heroes...

When I was younger, I thought all teachers are like villains in a happy ending story. They are like those wicked witches and stepmothers. But that was just my theory I wholeheartedly believe in when I was in elementary. That was before....before I met the word "HERO".

As i climbed up to the ladder of success, I met lots of heroes and heroines, not those who are featured in comic magazines. They are the living heroes of today. They are our TEACHERS. Our second parents, who guides us to the path leading to a bright future in the imminent. Reading, writing, counting and expressing ideas were taught patiently to us. And now, still they don't give up teaching and feeding us new concepts to broaden our knowledge.

Without them, I will not be here. I secretly appreciate their hardwork and persistence in molding the youth into better citizens. They open the door but it is us to enter the door itself. Thank you dear teachers. You really are the living effigy of Jose Rizal.

KUDOS TO ALL TEACHERS!