Right now, I'm floating on laziness that when I woke up a while ago, I wasn't in mood to write my so-called baby thesis about the Holocaust. I chose the Holocaust as my topic because I was deeply moved after reading The Diary of Anne Frank, the only book that has made me cry.
Imagine, 6 million Jews were mass murdered in World War II. The young and old alike were tortured, enslaved, deprived of food, gassed, shot, and well annihilated. Who's the guilty party? Heinrich Himmler, Josef Mengele, Hermann Goring, Adolf Eichmann, and the perpetrator Adolf Hitler. If you were alive, I'd kill ye.
I'm not a Jew. I'm a loyal Roman Catholic but I feel for them. And I know that many people are still blaming the Jews for Jesus Christ's death. So, does that give us the right to alienate them & slaughter them? They are not to blame! Plus, it is extremely un-Christian to kill (okay, I won't kill Nazis anymore).
Besides, there's no such thing as a racial pyramid wherein the whites are at the apex and the Jews and Negroes at the bottom. Duh! Haven't you heard of equality?
Wednesday, December 29, 2004
Sunday, December 26, 2004
My Peculiar Christmas
My grandfather who lives in Palawan arrived home yesterday in Quezon City to celebrate Christmas with us. My cousins have grown in number in such a short time and I realized that as I was going over old pictures in our attic during Christmas eve. The last time the younger generation posed for a photo together was when we were only six in number but now, we're fifteen!
Every single one of the grandchildren was there yesterday and I, as the eldest of them, was so happy that finally my maternal relatives have met together for Christmas. It only happens once a year, y know, that all of us see each other in one place at the same time.
Yesterday was a peculiar Christmas day for me . We came home with my Aunt and her kids by commuting from my grandparents' house. It was Christmas, all right, but I felt that that day was quiet and not-so-celebrative. Once at home with only my two sisters (my parents and the others were still in their own engagements), I washed my beloved wallet that has been so loyal to me for two years.
I became sick yesterday. It was so darn cold here in the suburbs of Antipolo. I watched a replay of Gilmore Girls until I fell asleep with the image of my adorable cousins ... especially Red, my cute four-year-old cuz whom I believe will be a big heartthrob someday.
*yawns* What a boring post this is. Sorry, I'm not in my blogger mood. But, heck, I LOVE CHRISTMAS, obviously. I even made a new template for this season!
Every single one of the grandchildren was there yesterday and I, as the eldest of them, was so happy that finally my maternal relatives have met together for Christmas. It only happens once a year, y know, that all of us see each other in one place at the same time.
Yesterday was a peculiar Christmas day for me . We came home with my Aunt and her kids by commuting from my grandparents' house. It was Christmas, all right, but I felt that that day was quiet and not-so-celebrative. Once at home with only my two sisters (my parents and the others were still in their own engagements), I washed my beloved wallet that has been so loyal to me for two years.
I became sick yesterday. It was so darn cold here in the suburbs of Antipolo. I watched a replay of Gilmore Girls until I fell asleep with the image of my adorable cousins ... especially Red, my cute four-year-old cuz whom I believe will be a big heartthrob someday.
*yawns* What a boring post this is. Sorry, I'm not in my blogger mood. But, heck, I LOVE CHRISTMAS, obviously. I even made a new template for this season!
Thursday, December 23, 2004
The Difference Between M and L ...
The way to the National Library isn't really that long and tedious. One tricycle ride, then a jeepney, then LRT, then FX. That's it - easy. I went there with Cara today to research for our English baby thesis. Y know, that darn project that's been making our Christmas break so not a break.
The thing is ... we had trouble getting home from there. It was some sort of an adventure so I insisted that we figure it out ourselves and not text Mom or Cara's cousin to ask for directions. It's a whole new experiment to make and y know how we teens love experiments.
To start our so-called adventure, we inquired to people where the nearest LRT station is and the like. Basing on the answers to our queries, we rode this jeep that dropped us at an MRT station in Quezon Avenue (as we later on found out).
You guessed it ... we were silently freaking out. Three words: we were lost. We had enough of adventures.
After more situational tangles, we finally arrived at our elusive LRT station and got home. I never imagined that our childish little adventure would turn into a surprising misadventure. Nevertheless, Cara and I both learned new lessons.
I learned:
= that a smile is one of the most powerful weapons in this world. People's hearts soften up when approached with a smile.
= that patience is the next best policy.
= that experience really is the best teacher.
= that bringing a driver can sometimes be better than commuting.
= that I'm one hell of a dumbass too like some people.
= that this is going to be a very merry Christmas.
= that even jeepney drivers can't distinguish MRT from LRT, besides from the M and the L.
The thing is ... we had trouble getting home from there. It was some sort of an adventure so I insisted that we figure it out ourselves and not text Mom or Cara's cousin to ask for directions. It's a whole new experiment to make and y know how we teens love experiments.
To start our so-called adventure, we inquired to people where the nearest LRT station is and the like. Basing on the answers to our queries, we rode this jeep that dropped us at an MRT station in Quezon Avenue (as we later on found out).
You guessed it ... we were silently freaking out. Three words: we were lost. We had enough of adventures.
After more situational tangles, we finally arrived at our elusive LRT station and got home. I never imagined that our childish little adventure would turn into a surprising misadventure. Nevertheless, Cara and I both learned new lessons.
I learned:
= that a smile is one of the most powerful weapons in this world. People's hearts soften up when approached with a smile.
= that patience is the next best policy.
= that experience really is the best teacher.
= that bringing a driver can sometimes be better than commuting.
= that I'm one hell of a dumbass too like some people.
= that this is going to be a very merry Christmas.
= that even jeepney drivers can't distinguish MRT from LRT, besides from the M and the L.
Tuesday, December 14, 2004
What I Love About My School
Right now, I'm feeling sentimental and I dunno what struck me. I feel like I just want to express my love to everyone and write the best thing I love about my school ... my girl friends!
Those who are not listed here, it doesn't mean that I don't love you. It just means there are so many things I love about you that I'm afraid I will run out of paper if I write them all. ;p ...
1. CATHERINNE = I love how she's always so sweet and so crazy. I love the way she struts and her prissy manners are so charming.
2. ANNE = I love her hyperactive ways. She's makes me smile when I'm low and she does it unpredictably and unconsciously.
3. ELLA= I love how she's so adorable in her manners and the way she handles things and situations is the cutest ever.
4. CHE = I love the fact that she's my Achilles heel. I become weak like when she tells me to stop, I stop. I think she's one person who could just boss me around and I wouldn't protest. That's the effect of a ten-year friendship. She knows me too well that it's already dangerous.
5. CARA= I love that we share the same interests.
6. FINN = I love her 'cause she's always there ready to defend and protect me. Together with Che, she forms this comforting zone where I can rest and take everything out without a single hesitation.
7. SAAB = I love the fact that she has her fascinating own ideas and ways and how she always makes pa-cute.
8. MISU= I love her 'cause she doesn't stop talking and our memorable childhood days are of great treasures to me.
9. MIREI = I love her generosity and irritating ways that some people don't like about her but c'mon, Mirei's not Mirei without being annoying.
10. ARRIANE = I love how she's so cuddly and appreciates even the small things that you don't usually see.
11. MARY= I love being sweet to her and I love her mood swings 'cause they amuse me.
Those who are not listed here, it doesn't mean that I don't love you. It just means there are so many things I love about you that I'm afraid I will run out of paper if I write them all. ;p ...
1. CATHERINNE = I love how she's always so sweet and so crazy. I love the way she struts and her prissy manners are so charming.
2. ANNE = I love her hyperactive ways. She's makes me smile when I'm low and she does it unpredictably and unconsciously.
3. ELLA= I love how she's so adorable in her manners and the way she handles things and situations is the cutest ever.
4. CHE = I love the fact that she's my Achilles heel. I become weak like when she tells me to stop, I stop. I think she's one person who could just boss me around and I wouldn't protest. That's the effect of a ten-year friendship. She knows me too well that it's already dangerous.
5. CARA= I love that we share the same interests.
6. FINN = I love her 'cause she's always there ready to defend and protect me. Together with Che, she forms this comforting zone where I can rest and take everything out without a single hesitation.
7. SAAB = I love the fact that she has her fascinating own ideas and ways and how she always makes pa-cute.
8. MISU= I love her 'cause she doesn't stop talking and our memorable childhood days are of great treasures to me.
9. MIREI = I love her generosity and irritating ways that some people don't like about her but c'mon, Mirei's not Mirei without being annoying.
10. ARRIANE = I love how she's so cuddly and appreciates even the small things that you don't usually see.
11. MARY= I love being sweet to her and I love her mood swings 'cause they amuse me.
Thursday, December 09, 2004
thank you but i'm just blessed ...
I always delay before I step out of the school gates because of those random people who bid me goodbye. Sometimes, I don't even know their names but it has become my instinct to greet them back or kiss them if they're accustomed to kissing. Being in my position, I feel extremely grateful 'cause, y know, not everyone enjoys good friends.
It was different today. When I was about to go home, I felt incredibly weird that I almost ignored those greeting faces. All I can tell is that I felt great bliss and ripping sorrow playing inside me as if they've been best friends for a long time. (Yes, drama!)
Okay, all this is a bit deep. Let's go shallow now ...
As shallow as a goodbye. Goodbye!
It was different today. When I was about to go home, I felt incredibly weird that I almost ignored those greeting faces. All I can tell is that I felt great bliss and ripping sorrow playing inside me as if they've been best friends for a long time. (Yes, drama!)
Okay, all this is a bit deep. Let's go shallow now ...
As shallow as a goodbye. Goodbye!
Friday, December 03, 2004
Mayday
Today is one of those days when you should call, "Mayday!". Signal #2 in Antipolo is still a blessing compared to those places with signals #3-4 at the foot of this mountainous city. No floods are prevalent in Antipolo because of its elevated topography while those cities below it are swimming in the polluted waters with canal dirt and leptospirosis contamination. Thank God, the culprit Yoyong the Storm is preparing to pack his things and now, the country is busy worrying about their washed-away plans and worse, their now-invisible roofs.
PEOPLE, PLEASE!!! Stop cutting the trees! And then you'll complain that floods are invading your beloved homes and depriving you of a satisfying night's sleep! Shame on you!
Dad was melodramatic last night about wanting to volunteer to help the victims of the terrorizing storm that is still roaming the country. He really has a soft heart when it comes to these things. He's one person who gives every single beggar some bucks and even convinces small beggar kids to come with him at home to be fed and clothed. Of course, those kids do not believe him so they just run away afraid that they might be kidnapped by my Dad. Heck! If that's the case, then they're lucky kidnap victims! What's the big deal if they're going to be kidnapped anyway? It's not like they can pay for the ransom.
Isn't unusual to you that the country is having a storm on a December? What a great way to welcome the coming of Christmas! I hardly feel that it's December, what's up with that? It's as if no one's paying attention that 'tis the season to be jolly and Christmas-y! There are no TV countdowns on how many days are left before Christmas ... or maybe it's because I don't really watch TV.
PEOPLE, PLEASE!!! Stop cutting the trees! And then you'll complain that floods are invading your beloved homes and depriving you of a satisfying night's sleep! Shame on you!
Dad was melodramatic last night about wanting to volunteer to help the victims of the terrorizing storm that is still roaming the country. He really has a soft heart when it comes to these things. He's one person who gives every single beggar some bucks and even convinces small beggar kids to come with him at home to be fed and clothed. Of course, those kids do not believe him so they just run away afraid that they might be kidnapped by my Dad. Heck! If that's the case, then they're lucky kidnap victims! What's the big deal if they're going to be kidnapped anyway? It's not like they can pay for the ransom.
Isn't unusual to you that the country is having a storm on a December? What a great way to welcome the coming of Christmas! I hardly feel that it's December, what's up with that? It's as if no one's paying attention that 'tis the season to be jolly and Christmas-y! There are no TV countdowns on how many days are left before Christmas ... or maybe it's because I don't really watch TV.
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