I did myself a favor, by finally doing what I need and love to do: running. Although a single round at the Center of Mental Health doesn't sound challenging, it surely squeezed out all the toxins and sweat that I have been carrying around for two months now. Of course, why should I pressure myself anyway? I have to get to square zero again, then inch by inch, shall I increase my speed, or maybe I could just add more laps. And now, I feel better again. My body hurts and all, but the I know the fruits will turn ripe and sweet in the end.
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A little over one month from now (August 5), I will have been one year in my employment in IBM Daksh Business Process Services, Phils., Inc. and time has finally come to move on. That is, I've gotta find a way to steer my career in the medical field. The place where I belong; I, being a BS Biology graduate. Maybe, become a medical representative? Or if I still got some more luck in my pocket, I may be shortlisted in those lucky applicants for an Ogilvy Healthworld Medical Enrichment Training Course.
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Who said loving somebody was an easy task? Who said opening up one's self to someone would be a daunting mission? Ironic, yes it is. Emotions are but serious elements of our human soul; they play their own roles interdependently in our minds and lives. Some just happen. Some gradually grow in our hearts. Some emotions, when thought of and recognized, simply vanish into nothing. While some, like love, no matter how you whisk it away, will eat your flesh -- burn your body. And you'll realize, man, this feels so good.
Friday, June 29, 2007
Wednesday, June 13, 2007
109 years... and counting.
The Philippines has come a long way since She first raised her flag with dignity way back on June 12, 1898. Despite being a third world country, She has proven herself deserving of the title, "Pearl of the Orient."
Yearly, this particular day (which was yesterday, by the way) is celebrated by Filipinos here and abroad, as a reminder to rekindle our patriotism and Nationalistic spirit. We all remember our heroes: Andres Bonifacio, who founded the Katipunan and led the Revolution against the Spanish colonizers; Emilio Aguinaldo, who became the very first President of our democratic government; and Jose Rizal, our national hero, who has written several eye-opening manuscripts, leading to our eventual freedom.
But what is in store for us, the modern Filipino society?
I'd like to think that, in the near future, Christians and Muslims shall live in harmony. No more bomb threats. No more attacks. No more terrorism.
People shall learn the importance of discipline and self-control from their homes, schools, the church, and their neighborhood. People shall look for trash bins, rather than just throw away their rubbish anywhere. They shall stop at red lights. Cross and move on at green. The Philippines shall be crime-free, and a tourist-friendly destination.
Our people shall conserve our cultural resources, our heritage, our local treasures, our wildlife, our travel hotspots. These shall encourage the world to see the beauty of our country, and to realize that our home is not such a bad place after all.
We shall continue to excel in our chosen fields: in sports, in the arts, in business, etc. We will learn to do it, the achiever's way. We shall follow the steps of Lea Salonga, Manny Pacquiao, and the biz tycoons who have started from scratch, and now, helping the small people to start from scratch, too. And with this, the Filipino shall continue to be known throughout the world.
Democracy, indeed, has come a long way. Just like the Philippines. Changing the Constitution is not the solution for overhauling the economic and political stability of the nation. I agree, with what someone said, that our Constitution is still a "baby" in terms of growth and development, and it really is not yet the time to change the form of our government. Changing the constitution shall only worsen the already stinking situation of our country. What with the same people working "for the people"? What with all the corrupt people leading the nation, and with all the rich getting richer? What's left for the small? For us? Yes, we need character change. Not charter change.
May God bless us on our 109th year! It has been a challenge to reach this far. And it shall continue to be one, for the years to come.
Yearly, this particular day (which was yesterday, by the way) is celebrated by Filipinos here and abroad, as a reminder to rekindle our patriotism and Nationalistic spirit. We all remember our heroes: Andres Bonifacio, who founded the Katipunan and led the Revolution against the Spanish colonizers; Emilio Aguinaldo, who became the very first President of our democratic government; and Jose Rizal, our national hero, who has written several eye-opening manuscripts, leading to our eventual freedom.
But what is in store for us, the modern Filipino society?
I'd like to think that, in the near future, Christians and Muslims shall live in harmony. No more bomb threats. No more attacks. No more terrorism.
People shall learn the importance of discipline and self-control from their homes, schools, the church, and their neighborhood. People shall look for trash bins, rather than just throw away their rubbish anywhere. They shall stop at red lights. Cross and move on at green. The Philippines shall be crime-free, and a tourist-friendly destination.
Our people shall conserve our cultural resources, our heritage, our local treasures, our wildlife, our travel hotspots. These shall encourage the world to see the beauty of our country, and to realize that our home is not such a bad place after all.
We shall continue to excel in our chosen fields: in sports, in the arts, in business, etc. We will learn to do it, the achiever's way. We shall follow the steps of Lea Salonga, Manny Pacquiao, and the biz tycoons who have started from scratch, and now, helping the small people to start from scratch, too. And with this, the Filipino shall continue to be known throughout the world.
Democracy, indeed, has come a long way. Just like the Philippines. Changing the Constitution is not the solution for overhauling the economic and political stability of the nation. I agree, with what someone said, that our Constitution is still a "baby" in terms of growth and development, and it really is not yet the time to change the form of our government. Changing the constitution shall only worsen the already stinking situation of our country. What with the same people working "for the people"? What with all the corrupt people leading the nation, and with all the rich getting richer? What's left for the small? For us? Yes, we need character change. Not charter change.
May God bless us on our 109th year! It has been a challenge to reach this far. And it shall continue to be one, for the years to come.
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