On Missing Friday's Class

It all started last Wednesday. After I got home from Ma'am Lynnie's lecture about APA formatting, I actually ate a lot of sweets; including yema, pastillas, and I even drank milo with lots of sugar in it. Yeah, it felt oh so good inside; but my tonsils felt the opposite. The following morning in my Psych class, I started to feel dizzy and weak (I wanted to throw up; but I didn't). I thought this was just because I slept late last night; probably, since I woke up early that day; and you know that that could hurt your head a lot. After our Psych class, friends and I decided to eat pancit canton at the IDS canteen, at the same time study for our exam in CSc (that's shortcut for Computer Science, if you're asking). The exams came and man did I feel very weak while taking the test. I knew I had to hang on for one and a half hours before I could go home and rest, and so I did. But even the rest I got at home wasn't enough for me to recover.
The next day I went to see some doctor at MSH (that's Sanitarium, if you're wondering). It was there that I found out I had tonsillitis; well, technically not because I already felt that I had sore throat the day before. Well, my point is, this (tonsillitis) was the reason I missed Friday's class and the activity Ma'am Lynnie prepared for us. I'm so sorry Ma'am :(

Are political ads the key to get you seated in Malacanang?

Ever since Senator Benigno Aquino III (better known as Noynoy) decided to run for president, it has been clear to most of us that he - being the son of Senator Benigno Aquino Jr. and former President Corazon Aquino - is the one. But bear in mind that there are still other candidates who are making a name for themselves; one of which is Senator Manny Villar. On the first survey of the presidential candidates, Noynoy led everybody; and it wasn't even close! Manny Villar came in second and was even trailing by more or less 30%. When asked about this, Villar then calmly spoke "That's just the beginning, a lot of things can change in a few months". And for the past few months Villar didn't waste any time putting up political ads on television. Quite frankly, the guy was everywhere! Compared to the other presidential candidates (including Aquino), I guess Villar put up more ads than all the other candidates combined; and it's not even campaigning time yet! I guess it's just a strategy for him to really get the people's attention; and probably to outmatch the favorite, Aquino. Well, it takes time; and on the latest surveys, Villar actually raised his popularity by, I think 4%; and this survey doesn't even speak for the entire Filipinos. Who knows, maybe in other regions Villar is actually the favorite to win.
Which brings me to this question - These political ads, can they really make a difference in the upcoming elections? I know for a fact that there are other presidential candidates aside from Villar and Aquino (Teodoro, Estrada, Gordon, and Villanueva are also starting to make their moves); and I'm not counting those other guys out. It just popped up in my mind the desire of Villar to be elected president; with his ads and all. And I guess, I believe these ads may help a lot; provided that you carry out those plans of yours once elected. But can they? That remains to be seen.

Learning Blog

I was a bit happy that we didn't have a class last Friday. I had to catch up with a lot of things - homework, schoolwork, and different projects. Then, there's ROTC; how tiring! Good thing I still have enough time to post my blogs on time :) SO, last week Ma'am Lynnie discussed a few tips on how we should handle our thesis; and I think it worked out pretty well. I'm still having a little bit of difficulty finding sources, though; but I'll get them sooner or later. She also asked us to make a blogging task; something that had to do with commenting on a subject or event. I'm still trying to figure out on what issue I'm going to comment or talk about :| Perhaps I should talk about Kobe and Lebron again? naaah, maybe another topic. This whole "Who's the better player" thing has been running through my head a million times now >__< Well, it's brainstorming time for me. TTFN

Learning Blog (this is for last week)

I'm sorry if I just posted this now. For one week we haven't had an internet connection; and I guess you could say that I didn't want to go out to the different cafe's near our house.
Well, nothing really did happen last week. Last Wednesday, Ma'am Lynnie further discussed the things you must do when fixing run-on sentences. I learned a lot, and I do apply them in composing my blogs; but still there are still things that I am unsure of when I come across a run-on sentence. Anyway, I think I'm still doing great at this, hehe :) Well, so much fir that. Last Friday we had our Preliminary Exams. I guess you could say it wasn't that difficult (since I studied and all), and I really enjoyed writing the essay part. It was all about the debate of Lebron or Kobe being the better player; and it took me a long time to finish it because there were a lot of things to say (I even narrowed my essay down because I know it would take me the whole night to write about all the things you need to know about Lebron and Kobe's performance in the NBA).
Over-all, this week was cool; and there were less worries. I'm looking forward to a hectic schedule this week, since we already have to focus on our thesis. Until my next blog, happy reading guys! :)

Candlelight Dinner (descriptive)

It was October 24 and I was still trying to find a way on how to compensate for not performing at my girlfriend's overnight party. Three days ago, she celebrated (in advance) her 17t h birthday and I wanted to sing to her as a gift.
That day, we (Jib and I) prepared numerous love songs; songs that are mellow in style, songs that are soothing to the ear, and songs that can make your heart melt. Everything should've went as planned; but man, that loud but jam-packed karaoke machine really drained the energy out of us, and we were too worn out to sing out even just one note. That was really catastrophic, to say the least; I didn't have a clue on how I would bounce back and make my girlfriend's birthday worthwhile; that she would treasure that moment for the rest of her life. Suddenly, one idea popped up in mind - candlelight dinner. It's quite a romantic setting; and I knew she was gonna love it!
So I asked my mom to help me out; and on October 25, while we (my girlfriends and I) were attending the holy Eucharist, my family and helpers were busy cleaning our backyard, and preparing for what would be an enchanted evening. After cleansing our souls, my girlfriend and I walked our way home, along the calm and peaceful streets of our neighborhood. She didn't have a clue on what was I planning; she didn't even know what we're gonna do at home. When we arrived, the place was just about ready; and I told her that she should come with me. . . blindfolded. I was in awe when I saw the place, on how it turned out. I never imagined how alluring our backyard would look like. It was brilliant; table for two, the place was peaceful, numerous dishes were prepared and the majestic stars were shining down upon us. And a candlelight dinner wouldn't be complete without enticing candles in the placed in the middle of the table; and all this made me even more excited to show this gift for her.
So, I asked her to sit down on one end of the table (still blindfolded) while I was getting the lovely bouquet of flowers that I ordered. I asked her to remove her blindfold while I was handing her the flowers; and when she was able to open her eyes, she was quite speechless. Although caught up in the moment without nothing to say, I could tell from the look on her face that she was happy; and a bit overwhelmed about the whole thing. Then she thanked me, for making this day so perfect for her. She told me she never experienced candlelight dinner before (neither have I) and that she was thrilled to have experienced it for the first time with me. I was happy myself, that everything went as planned; and that if it wasn't for the people here at home, this day should've been just an ordinary one.
After dinner she grabbed a hold of me hugged me oh so tight! Then she softly whispered the words "I love you" to my ear; ah that warm and fuzzy feeling :) we didn't want to let go, but about half an hour later, it was time for her to say goodbye. I guess her mom was a bit worried on her whereabouts, so it was okay with me. I escorted her to her car to make sure she's safe; and again she thanked me for the night. Then she went home along with her bodyguards :p
I thought that day was very memorable that I had to share it with you guys on this blog task. I hope you enjoyed reading. Until my next blog y'all! :)

Learning Blog

The new year starts and all I'm thinking about are exams; assignments, and reports that we should've done over the break. I can't believe that I'm doing this cramming thing again; and to think that I promised myself not to resort into this type of "habit" anymore. Seriously, I really need to get my mind set into focusing in school even more; I can't just be like a happy-go-lucky guy for the rest of my life. Well, so much for that.
Although a lot of things were on my mind as I entered Room 118 last week (like a probable prelim exam), I just decided to stay calm and try to own the situation; but as Ma'am Lynnie entered the room, man was my heart thumping (you couldn't blame me; I wasn't able to study a single word of the coverage she gave us before the break). Good thing she postponed the exam because she added new topics for the coverage (yey! :D).
So, she wanted us to learn descriptive writing; and correcting run-on sentences. Descriptive writing isn't that hard to understand; only that for it to appealing to the readers, you have to use vivid words (which was a bit difficult for me; compared to my girlfriend, I'm still an amateur in this writing thing). But I guess I can do it :)
In fixing run-on sentences, Ma'am gave us an activity that we should to with a partner (new partner, that is; because Jib and I were always partners during activities). I guess the activity was a piece of cake; but I doubt that we aced that one (I not sure, but I can feel it). I'm not really that confident with myself.
I learned a lot last week; and I expect to learn more in the coming weeks. Ma'am Lynnie has been great; and it's no surprise. Seems to me she's an MVP in the English subject :)

Christmas Away from Home

In the previous year (2009 - I wrote this Jan 03, 2010) Christmas is something new for me. The experience of having to wake up at three in the morning was very fulfilling, although I didn't complete all nine Simbang Gabi's. It was different, for I haven't done it before in my entire life (sorry Bro); but it felt great, being one with God in the break of dawn.
I also had to find time to practice for our performance in the IDS Alumni Homecoming, which was on December 28. It was very tiring because we had to practice every day before 28 struck (except for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day itself), that's why I wasn't able to complete all nine Simbang Gabi's; but I had a wonderful time practicing with my friends, and I guess they were a big part of my Christmas vacation.
Another new experience for me last Christmas was that I spent it in my girlfriend's house (I wanted to, and her parents consider me family now :D). During Noche Buena, I only ate ham (I was really full at that time). When 12 mn struck, we greeted each other a very Merry Christmas, and no sleepover would be complete without a movie marathon :D my girlfriend and I watched Up and The Grinch until we eventually fell asleep at around two or three in the morning. We woke up at around five (my head hurt a lot). I was invited for lunch with their relatives. Although a bit shy, I couldn't reject that offer, so I ate lunch with them.
A lot of new stuff happened in Christmas of 2009, but still it was that same feeling of satisfaction and happiness that I get every year in spending the Yuletide Season.