The Mysterious Mountain

Recently,I learned many information about Mt.Apo,the highest of Philippine mountains.Thanks to the article,"The Mysterious Mountain".Although I have not yet gone to Davao,I think it would be a nice place to visit because of the mysterious and magnificent Mt.Apo.As I looked on its picture in the text,I was amazed by the sight of it.I was wondering on how it looks like in person because it was stated that Apo is like a rider on horseback,sitting upon the shoulder of another mountain which gives its additional height.Whoa!God is so great,He had made such a beautiful scenery.
But what shocked me is that in the past,the tribes that lived around the Apo offer blood of human victim just to soothe the wrath of "Mandarangan".How fearful it is to be one of their victims!
I found it difficult to read the article that I even have to put a dictionary beside me while reading it,just to look for the meaning of its difficult words.All in all,I'm grateful of knowing such information about interesting things that I give no care when I was younger.

No One Stops to Say "Thank You" Anymore

I can relate to the reading text,No One Stops to Say "Thank You" Anymore.Many people today often forget to observe simple courtesy.I'm no exception for that.It seems I'm so pressured that I cannot show some respect.I feel sorry for it.It's rude especially if that behavior gets back at me.In addition,rude language is now considered as an accepted behavior.For some,it's cool to say it.But when others tell you that,it's very insulting.It's like they're degrading your own capacity and self-esteem.Some younger kids are also starting to engage in this kind of behavior.I can't blame my parents or the elders for having that kind of attitude.After all,I am the one who is responsible for my own actions and how I respond to what I see and experience in my own environment.
Fortunately,the reading text served as a big help for me and to other people.Through it,I am more sensitive to what I'm doing.Like what happened last Tuesday,after we got the photocopies of our hand-outs for our Psychology subject,we thanked the man who distributed the copies and stapled it.And oh,we forgot to say "thank you" to the person operating the xerox copy machine!
But I'm happier right now for the slow change of my attitude(at least).And maybe,being more polite will inspire others and follow it.We struggle to live and survive from all the happenings we encounter in our daily life.Showing good manners with each other will help ease the busy life of this generation.

Go For It!!!

The impossible can be possible if you are that willing and determined to fight for what you believe and work for it.For example, if you are aiming to be in the Dean's List,you have study hard and maintain high grades.Voila!Then it's possible.On that case,I agree on Tommy Lacorda's statement,"The difference between the possible and impossible lies in a person's determination."
Last Saturday, after our English1 teacher told us about several stories of success,I was suddenly inspired by those people who did great sacrifices just to be in their place right now.Then I thought to myself,will I be like them someday?(In my dreams!)But if they can do it,why can't I?It's not too late for me to have a good future ahead.Perhaps?
I'll share with you my own story about determination.And here it goes:when I was still in my fourth year in high school,our adviser always tells us to decide already what course and where school we want to go to college.It took me a long time to decide.On the 11th hour,I finally decided to take the College Entrance Test in MSU-IIT since I haven't taken the SASE.I had 2 months to prepare for the examination.Some of my high school classmates said that the CET exam is harder than the SASE.I was worried so I find a way to prepare myself because I was that determined to study in IIT.I had 3 tutorial lessons with my 2 classmates who also took the exam and our classmate who tutored us.Then came the examination day.I think there are one-thousand of us who took the examination.While answering,I almost likely to stop it because it's kinda hard but if I do that,my plans for the future will be affected.So I just continued it until it was done.Waiting for the results seemed like forever.One week after,the results we're posted.And I PASSED THE EXAM!I immediately thanked God and my classmate who tutored us.
Nothing is impossible as long as God is with you and you believe in yourself.Life may not be perfect but if you make it adventurous and full of determination in everything you do, you'll never regret it.

I Want to Change!

A person change not just because he has to adjust to his environment but also because he wants to change himself to be better one.I'm a person who always worry about the things I'm not good at or that bothers me,as if I cannot stand alone and easily give up.It's not easy for me to understand and see things on the lighter side.Maybe I'm a negative thinker. According to Psychology, there is a tendency that people who are negative thinkers will almost likely to be perfectionists and obsessive-compulsive.I know that it's not good that's why I have to change myself and see the world as a beautiful place that without problems and difficulties,it would not be as colorful as it is now.
Trials and faults are the key to be a better person.Know why?It's because we learn to be strong and faithful when we encounter difficulties that we have to resolve.When you are weak,then you'll easily lose the chance to win it.So now,I'm telling myself to change and make an action for it.Faith in God and trust to myself are my weapons to be a better me.It may not be easy but as I go on with this roll-coaster life, I'll learn things that would help me achieve what I want to be.I'm contented with what I am now but I have to change a little bit and you'll see how will I be matured enough to face the challenges life throws at me.

Jenny, Juno

ACTIVITY 2:

I saw this Korean movie last year.Actually, it's not my favorite movie but it has a cute story and so opposite to reality,that's what it makes interesting. The story is about the 2 high school students named Jenny and Juno.Jenny was an honor student and their class president while Juno was a transferee to their school.Soon, they got together as an official couple.It was then until Jenny discovered that she was pregnant.When Juno knew the situation,he started avoiding Jenny.He then realized that what he was doing is wrong.He has the responsibility to take care of Jenny and their baby. They kept their secrets to their families.And then Juno spoiled Jenny.He gave her all what she wanted;his attention;his time and even understood her mood swings.What is so inspiring is that he made ways to sustain their future needs,like requesting to his father to increase his allowance and having a part time job.He didn't left Jenny and stayed by her side all along. Later, Jenny's mother discovered their secret. At that time, Juno was the one who is pitiful. He was blamed for what happened.Their parents tried to arrange the situation and decided that Jenny would be sent to America.Her parents hid her from Juno.They wouldn't let him see or even talk to her.Until Juno found a way to stop them in time of bringing her to the airport.Then suddenly,it was time for Jenny to give birth to their child.When the baby came out, all the problems were settled.Jenny and Juno continued their
studies and it was a happy ending!
It was a happy ending but if I were the director of the film,I would likely to end it seeing them as a family with a stable life and not depending with their parents anymore.Teenage pregnancy is not cool but having a lifetime partner that will never leave you whatever happens is as colorful as the rainbow in the sky.

Who says it's impossible to fulfill a mission? It seems everybody agrees that it is possible.
We live with a purpose.There's no such thing as coincidence. Like me, I have my own mission to fulfill. What is that mission by the way?
All my life, I've been struggling to live happily and be contented.But am I really happy and contented with what I have now? I know, God has many plans for me. Whether I like it or not, I have to accept it. He will never leave me empty. I will do my best not to waste it by letting other things stop me to achieve it.
As a student, my mission is to graduate and get the job I want. College is not as easy as highschool. I learned how to budget; go home late because of my class schedule; take care of myself more; prioritize my studies and most importantly, to manage my time. Still, I'm thankful because I have met wonderful friends and teachers. Also, I became more independent and responsible. I guess, those things are just part of my mission. As my motto says, "No shortcuts in success". In addition, without trials and errors, a person will not be a better one.
A new chapter in my life has opened.Like riding a bicycle, I have to balance everything and keep moving on. With the help of our Almighty God and the good people around me, for sure, I'm on my way to success!