tired...again!

Had our quince practice again and this time, I was wearing heels which made my feet really ache. Darn. So anyway, we practiced for 6 hours straight. Again. We had lunch in Chowking where Dana *ehem* and Kay *ehem ehem* also had their lunch. Then we went to Figaro because Igie was craving for coffee. I also had to order coffee because he said he couldn't drink coffee if he would drink it alone. I was supposed to pay for it but he paid for it instead. (Panget ka Igie!) The people who were working in Figaro were already laughing at us because we were arguing over who would pay for the stupid coffee. Well, the cashier almost had me pay for my drink but changed his mind and accepted Igie's money instead. And then Igie craved for a butterscotch cookie and he was supposed to use his change for the cookie but it lacked 15 pesos so I had it payed for. I gave him 50 and told him that he should keep the change. But of course, he gave me back my 35 pesos and we argued (well, not really argue) about it. Anyway, the money is still with me. Then we went to Technopark Hotel so we could practice at the venue. Igie went to Southridge na because he had to direct this play. Anyway, so we practiced there and I felt like I was suffocating because it was very very hot and the place was small. I was irritated because my feet were aching and our teacher got mad at me because I didn't tell the escorts to come in the time they were supposed to which got me pissed off even more. Why is it always my fault? Grrr. Oh yeah, MJ, Mela's partner, has something to do with Japoy. I mean, he's the nephew of Tita Mabel (feeling close nanaman ako. hehe) who's related to Japoy. Mj told me he's going to bring Japoy on Saturday and let me meet him. But really, I doubt if he's really going to do that. All in all, this day got me tired and pissed off but well, it was okay.

it's been a long time

1 month and 2 weeks since I've last seen anonymous. awww

and now, a coup d' etat

What is wrong with this country? Every now and then, there are people who try so hard to bring down the government. What is their problem? I do know where they are coming from. I know how it feels to be in a country with a government which seems to be doing nothing. But if you take a closer look, the government is trying to do something. The president is trying to uplift the economy and govern the country the best she could. Right now, I don't think we need a coup d' etat. There are more things to worry about and having a coup d' etat is not a good way to help the country.

Shame on you all you officers who are trying to bring down the government. You are all saying that you are doing this for the country, that this is for the better. But no, what you are doing is for the worse. You want change? Of course you do. But it isn't only you who want change. We too want change. But I strongly believe that what you are doing now will not bring you any closer to your goals of change. You are all selfish. If you love the country and if you want to do things for the betterment of the country, then stop thinking of yourselves, even for once, and start thinking of what will be good for the people of this country. Do you all know what I think of you right now? I think that you are the most selfish, power-hungry people on earth. Why can't you, even for once, support the government? I think that the reason why this country does not progress is also because of people like you who try to bring down what the government tries to do to make the country better. I know, we all know, that not everything that the government or the president does is favorable to all of us but should we stay this way? We keep on complaining about a lot of things but are we doing something? Are you doing something which will be good for all? No, you are not! You are worsening the situation! Think of what will happen to the country; think of what damages you are doing. We all want change and to attain this change, we must start within us. What you are doing right now makes no sense at all. You are all being driven by your angst, not thinking of what's best for our country. We cannot change the government nor can we change the country overnight with a coup d' etat. Think about it, stop the mutiny and let's have peace. We need unity, not diversity.

To the government and the president, no I am not siding with you. Honestly, I am disappointed in you too. I think that these people who are in the mutiny are there also because of you. Yes, we could see how you've been working so hard to attain your goal of economic development. Yes, you are working so hard and we are not blind for us not to see that. It's just that there is something lacking in the way you lead and govern the country. Madame president, you are forgetting that the country needs to be unified. The reason why we cannot move on to progression is because of our lack of unity. The Filipino people have always been divided and you are not doing anything to make us one. You cannot run the government alone. You must remember that without the people, you have no one to govern to. You need to make us unified. You need start now.

To the Filipino people, I am very much disappointed with all of you. Look at what we have done. Is this what we want? We keep on taking sides: the administration or the opposition. What does division do to us? As I have said, we need to be one. We cannot deny the fact that we do want change but for us to make that change, we must have one goal and we must reach them all together. The government cannot do this alone. It needs us. The problem with us is that we were never happy with the leaders that we have. We would always find something wrong with our leaders. The government was never good for us. And when, when will it ever be good for us? There is no such thing as a perfect leader but we can help our leader become a good one. Why do we always bring down the person who is on top? Why do we always try to bring our leaders down? Do you even know how hard it is to lead? Look at us, we've been saying how our leader does this and that and does not deserve her position but take a good look at the mirror. By what we have been doing, do we think that we have the qualities of being a leader? Shame on us. The future is also in our hands. We are the key to make the country, the Philippines, the country we dream for it to be.

To my country, the Philippines, I am saying sorry. Sorry for what we have been doing to you. We should have done more things to please you than displease you. We should have been thinking of what's good for you than what's good for our own selves. Sorry for being too slefish. Personally, I would want to say sorry because I can't do anything. I cannot help in a big way as much as I want to. I can only help you in my little ways. But yes, no matter what happens, I am still proud of you.

blognniversary!

Yes, I've been blogging for a year now! Well, it was actually supposed to be last Monday, February 20 but since I couldn't surf the net, I just had the chance to post now. Anyway, so it's been a year. It's been so much fun sharing my thoughts and emotions to all of you. You've all seen 1 whole year of my life and it's been nice sharing a part of my life with all of you. Anyway, since 1 whole year has passed, I want to reacognize those people who have been visiting my blog and reading through my experiences in life. Here are the top 5 countries which visit my blog the most. (I only started counting it since September though)

Top 5 countries who visited my blog since September:

1. Philippines- 1,590 (but of course! haha)
2. United States- 220 (maybe my mom frequents my blog. ahaha)
3. United Kingdom- 27 (I wonder who these people are)
4. Canada- 24 (hmmmm...)
5. Australia- 18 (kangaroos? haha)

Anyway, thank you for visiting my site! And here are the other countries who had people from there visit my blog: Japan, India, Malaysia, France, Singapore, United Arab Emirates, Italy, Netherlands, Germany, Hong Kong, Spain, Saudi Arabia, Korea, Republic of Mexico, Belgium, Austria, Norway, Portugal, Taiwan, Poland, Satellite Provider, Qatar, Switzerland, New Zealand, Kuwait, Barbados, Guam, Bulgaria, Brunei Darussalam, Argentina, Netherlands Antilles, Iran, Islamic Republic of Indonesia, and Chile. I hope that you don't get tired of me. haha

quince practices

We've started our quince practices last Sunday and it was very tiring as I said. Anyway, last Monday, Ms. Fritzie just decided to change EVERYTHING. Yes, every single dance was changed. From the coutillon to the rigodon, she changed it. At least she gave us time to practice. But still, the practice last Sunday was wasted. We just finished the rigodon awhile ago. We just need to teach our partners and dads the dance on Sunday. And I hope they get it easily. Oh and one more thing, I'm depressed because I will not be able to dance with even just one handsome escort for the chain. Damn group 4. I wanted to dance with Carmichael, Kay's partner. But oh well, Kay's in group 2. awwww

tired, tired, tired

I'm TIRED! So damn tired! I just came from a 6-hour dance practice for the quince. Well, I must say, Igie knew how to dance well. I think he even knows the dance more than I do. Oh yeah, he was HYPER! I think he already knows everyone in our class. He's very friendly and overly sociable. But it was okay. Actually, my piano teacher told me not to leave him alone since he might be left out. But know what, I don't think he needs me to be with him. He can do it on his own. haha He can actually relate to anyone, which I think is good. Anyway, the stupid dance is not yet done. Well, the one with the partners is not yet done but the one with the father is. Whatever. I'm just so tired. Can't move my feet. It hurts.

let's pray

After the Ultra stampede, we have another disaster, the landslide in Leyte.Let us all pray for the souls of the victims, for the recovery of more bodies and for those who survived that they may continue their lives and learn to start anew.

Au Revoir

We've been asked in ELA class to do our own drama. It's actually a project. Anyway, I just want to share my drama with all of you. I don't know if you'll like it but I'll post it here anyway. For comments please tag on my tag board!

AU REVOIR

ACT 1 SCENE 1
(enter Miguel and Samuel)

MIGUEL: Why? Why now? If only I had been there, this wouldn't have happened. She was asking for just an hour; an hour which if I have given to her might have changed this whole situation. This is my fault. If only I could turn back the time, I would be with her. From now on, I know things will never be the same.

SAMUEL: Miguel, stop blaming yourself! This isn't your fault. This is no one's fault. Maybe…maybe it's just what's supposed to happen.

MIGUEL: No! You don't understand! You do not know how it feels to lose someone like her!

SAMUEL: Miguel, don't act like you're the only one affected! I too, am affected. We are all affected by this loss! Don't tell me I do not know how you feel right now. I am as devastated as you are with Anna's death! And you know what, maybe you're right. Maybe it is your fault why she's no longer alive. No, I'm sure it is your fault. She asked for an hour of your time and you didn't give it! You are such an idiot Miguel!
[Samuel exits]

ACT 1 SCENE 2
(Maria enters)

MARIA: Don't mind Samuel. Try to understand him. Right now, he still cannot accept what happened to Anna.

MIGUEL: I know that Maria. I too, cannot accept that she is gone.

MARIA: Anna has been such a good sister and a best friend to me. Now, I do not know what to do without her. She is already gone and she will never return. I will truly miss her.

MIGUEL: Maria, I'm sorry. This is my fault. If only –

MARIA: Stop that nonsense Miguel. Everyone knows you're the last person who would want Anna to die. We all know you love her so.

MIGUEL: And so does Samuel.

MARIA: Yes, so does he.

MIGUEL: Do you happen to know whom she loves?

MARIA: Yes Miguel, I do. Too bad she left without having been able to tell him how she felt.

MIGUEL: Is it me or is it Samuel? Is it one of us or does she love another?

MARIA: I promised my sister never to tell anyone.

MIGUEL: But—

MARIA: Miguel, I want you to tell me how you became friends; how you, Samuel and my sister Anna became a trio. I want you to tell me from the moment you first met until the moment you last talked to her awhile ago. Then, I shall know…

MIGUEL: Know what?

MARIA: Nothing. But sooner or later you would know. But first, please do tell me your story. My sister never told me about how you three met and became friends.

MIGUEL: Really? I wonder why. Do you think she would mind if I tell you?

MARIA: No, I don't think so. I know that she would also tell me one day.

MIGUEL: Okay then. This all started when we were still kids…
[Miguel and Maria slowly exits]


Okay, that's it for now. I'll just post the rest some other time.

family day

The family day was...well, okay. It was more fun that last year. Well, for me it was. Maybe because our batch had this jail booth and dedication booth and I was busy capturing people for the jail booth. Well, busy capturing Christian Beltran and his friends because they kept on making takas and kept us running around the school. Hmmm...I was so tired after. Imagine running after how many guys who ran too fast and knew how to hide. I needed to page all juniors to help me catch them. Yes, it was THAT hard. Anyway, I had fun and I hope all the people that went had fun too.

I will persist until I succeed

This is Og Mandino's line. When I was in first year, Ms. Arcie asked me to memorize this piece and it is actually good and inspiring. I think it's time that I share this with all of you.

In the Orient young bulls are tested for the fight arena in a certain manner. Each is brought to the ring and allowed to attack a picador who pricks them with a lance. The bravery of each bull is then rated with care according to the number of times he demonstrates his willingness to charge in spite of the sting of the blade. Henceforth will I recognize that each day I am tested by life in like manner. If I persist, if I continue to try, if I continue to charge forward, I will succeed.

I will persist until I succeed.

I was not delivered unto this world in defeat, nor does failure course in my veins. I am not a sheep waiting to be prodded by my shepherd. I am a lion and I refuse to talk, to walk, to sleep with the sheep. I will hear not those who weep and complain, for their disease is contagious. Let them join the sheep. The slaughterhouse of failure is not my destiny.

I will persist until I succeed.

The prizes of life are at the end of each journey, not near the beginning; and it is not given to me to know how many steps are necessary in order to reach my goal.Failure I may still encounter at the thousandth step, yet success hides behind the next bend in the road. Never will I know how close it lies unless I turn the corner.

Always will I take another step. If that is of no avail I will take another, and yet another. In truth, one step at a time is not too difficult.

I will persist until I succeed.

Henceforth, I will consider each day's effort as but one blow of my blade against a mighty oak. The first blow may cause not a tremor in the wood, nor the second, nor the third. Each blow, of itself, may be trifling, and seem of no consequence. Yet from childish swipes the oak will eventually tumble. So it will be with my efforts of today.

I will be liken to the rain drop which washes away the mountain; the ant who devours a tiger; the star which brightens the earth; the slave who builds a pyramid. I will build my castle one brick at a time for I know that small attempts, repeated, will complete any undertaking.

I will persist until I succeed.

I will never consider defeat and I will remove from my vocabulary such words and phrases as quit, cannot, unable, impossible, out of the question, improbable, failure, unworkable, hopeless, and retreat; for they are the words of fools. I will avoid despair but if this disease of the mind should infect me then I will work on in despair. I will toil and I will endure. I will ignore the obstacles at my feet and keep mine eyes on the goals above my head, for I know that where dry desert ends, green grass grows.

I will persist until I succeed.

I will remember the ancient law of averages and I will bend it to my good. I will persist with knowledge that each failure to sell will increase my chance for success at the next attempt. Each nay I hear will bring me closer to the sound of yea. Each frown I meet only prepares me for the smile to come. Each misfortune I encounter will carry in it the seed of tomorrow's good luck. I must have the night to appreciate the day. I must fail often to succeed only once.

I will persist until I succeed.

I will try, and try, and try again. Each obstacle I will consider as a mere detour to my goal and a challenge to my profession. I will persist and develop my skills as the mariner develops his, by learning to ride out the wrath of each storm.

I will persist until I succeed.

Henceforth, I will learn and apply another secret of those who excel in my work. When each day is ended, not regarding whether it has been a success or a failure, I will attempt to achieve one more sale. When my thoughts beckon my tired body homeward I will resist the temptation to depart. I will try again. I will make one more attempt to close with victory, and if that fails I will make another. Never will I allow any day to end with a failure. Thus will I plant the seed of tomorrow's success and gain an insurmountable advantage over those who cease their labor at a prescribed time. When others cease their struggle, then mine will begin, and my harvest will be full.

I will persist until I succeed.

Nor will I allow yesterday's success to lull me into today's complacency, for this is the great foundation of failure. I will forget the happenings of the day that is gone, whether they were good or bad, and greet the new sun with confidence that this will be the best day of my life.

So long as there is breath in me, that long will I persist. For now I know one of the greatest principles of success; if I persist long enough I will win.

I will persist.

I will win.

Nice isn't it? I so thank Ms. Arcie for having made me memorize all these things. I will forever keep in mind these wise words of Og Mandino.

Happy Valentines!

Since I might not be able to blog tomorrow, I'll greet a Happy Valentines to all of you!

tired

I'm tired. We've been practicing our dance for the family day. I still have to wake up early tomorrow. Practice the whole day and set up the jail and dedication booths. God, I don't know when our server is going to be okay again. Anyway, just to correct the schools that went to the ABS thing. It's St. Scho Pampanga, St. ALphonsus, St. Agnes, Holy Family Bacolod, St. Scho Bacolod, St. Scho Marikina, Holy Family Angeles, St. Scho Tabunok, St. Scho Westgrove, St. Peter's Ormoc, St. Scho Tacloban and St. Scho Manila. There. Anyway, my blognniversary is coming. Yay! Watch out for my next entries. But for now, this is it.

after almost 2 weeks

God, I missed blogging! I HATE our server! A lot of things have happened since last week but I think the most significant would be the ABS Leasdership training we had in St. Scho Manila. It was a 3 day, 2 night event which was held from Feb. 3-5. It was tiring but it was worth it.

The first day was full of syomposiums and talks. Yes, it was boring. My eyes were falling down and I really wanted to sleep. So there. It was when we mingled with all the other ABS schools. We were 12 schools and over a hundred delegates. There was St. Scholastica's College Manila, St. Scholastica's College Marikina, St. Scholastica's Academy Pampanga, St. Scholastica's College of Health and Sciences Tacloban, St. Agnes Bicol, St. Alphonsus, St. Scholastica's College Bacolod, St. Peter's College Ormoc, St. Scholastica's College Cebu, St. Scholastica's College Bohol and St. Scholastica's College Westgrove. See, we were really plenty. We ended the first day without properly cleaning ourselves because the shower rooms were so crowded. We slept at 12 am. Oh yeah, Y Speak covered us.

The second day, we woke up at 2.45 am so that we could be the first ones to use the bathroom. haha We used it for an hour all by ourselves. Anyway, the second day was the most tiring. It was the day when we went all over the place. We went to an urban poor community near NAIA. (Gosh, Jonathan, the child I was with, and I became close. I miss him. awww) Then we went to Glorietta where we played in time zone. haha We were supposed to go to the job fair but they said it was optional so we didn't go. Ms. Det and Sir Shaun was with us because Ms. Kathy and Ms. Leah had to attend their classes. Then we went to Intarmuros and went to the lights and sounds museum. We had a peace walk that night for the people who died in the stampede in Ultra. We were able to take a bath before we went to sleep because people were so tired they went straight to bed. The more reason we had to wake up earlier the next day.

Third day, we woke up at 2 am because we knew people were going to flood the bathroom since they didn't take a bath the night before. Then we slept again until around 6.30 am but we were still very sleepy. We had mass at around 7 am. I swear, all of us were starting to fall asleep. Our eyes were automatically closing. haha The priest had this monotonous voice which sounded like a lullabye. haha Anyway, we then went to St. Scholastica's Center of Spirituality and then to Mendez Farm. Then we went back to Manila and had our Cultural presentations. After that, we went home.

The experience was really good. I learned a whole lot of things and met a bunch of people. Oh yeah, I know someone from the training who has a cruch on Mela. haha

the ultra

Let's all pray for the souls of those who died in the Ultra stampede.