INFORMAL THEME 8, BLOG 8

EDSA 25: A day of peace

            People Power Revolution – an event in which people put together themselves to establish power which is not easy to condign – unity. It was the time when former president Marcos was taken down from his position and was forced to leave the Malacañang palace. By this time, two of the founders of the Philippine democracy were named- Benigno “Ninoy” Aquino Jr. and his wife Corazon Aquino. Despite of all these unlikable experiences, we can still see smiles from our dear fellowmen. And now it was time to celebrate its 25^th anniversary – EDSA 25.

            As a student, even though I was not present in the exact time wherein it happened, the first thing that I’ll do is to say “Thank You”. Yes, it may just be simple words that may not mean something in the past yet it had a great impact in the present. For without them who participated in the event, we students, who are living in the present won’t have our freedom. Freedom which our countrymen gave us with no return. With this very special gift, let us furnish it and maintain.

            As a person living in the present time, I don’t really know what to do. But as a Filipino, I’ll reserve the day of commemoration for prayers. Prayers wishing full peace for the country and the whole world. In due respect, let us give time for those people who spend their time in fighting for the country’s democracy. Filipinos, I adore you!

INFORMAL THEME 7, BLOG 7

Valentines’: Hearts, Roses, chocolates…

            Yearly, the whole world celebrates a day in which love dominates the world. A day in which everyone’s been waiting for; dated February 14 – Valentines’ Day. Valentines day is often symbolized by hearts, cupids, roses and chocolates. Oftentimes, lovers take this opportunity to express fully how they love each other. But then, being individuals we have our own ways to celebrate this certain day.

             As a high school student, I don’t really spend much attention with regards to this day. In turn, I just give presents to my mother yearly. Every Valentines Day as a student, I remember an embarrassing moment in my life; it is when I gave roses and chocolates to my crush when I was in grade five. I felt so embarrass because I throw the roses and slide the chocolates towards her. And because of that, I can definitely say that I was “torpe” in my elementary days. But now I assure you that I gain self confidence and will not be “torpe” anymore.

            Valentines day is just like an ordinary day for me in which you go to school and listen to your teacher. But this day is also the day in which you take the opportunity to express your love excessively to your love ones. I believe that saying “I Love You” during this day is the greatest gift you could ever receive. Take in mind that loving someone starts from being friends, and remember “Love comes and go but friends are forever”. Happy Valentines Day!

INFORMAL THEME 6, BLOG 6

Application Letter

03 February 2011

GL PHARMA PHILS INC.

1203 – 1211 Unit 104 Cecileville Bldg.

Brgy. Sta. Cruz, Quezon city

Sir/ Madame:

Good Day!

In relation with your advertisement in Manila Bulletin, I am interested for the position of the pharmacist and would like to apply for it. Indeed, I believe that I am qualified for the said position.

I’ve heard much about your company that made me interested for it.

In accordance with the position I am applying for, attached here with is my curriculum vitae.

Hoping to see you in an interview.

Thank you for your time and God bless!

Respectfully yours,

Stephen Patrick C. Abella

INFORMAL THEME 5, BLOG 5

Friendly Letter

286 3^rd St. Malainen Bago

Naic, Cavite

February 6, 2011

Dear Ma’am,

                I’ve heard of you since I was in first year, a cheerful adviser, a fighter and a truthful leader. I believed that you are among those leaders who would fight for something true.

                Now, in my third year of studying, I found out that hose things were true. At first, being new to you, I’m nervous at the first days of the school year. I tried to hide the true me for I’m afraid you’ll judge me intensively yet, I can’t. But then, I think hiding the true me is not a good thing fro judgment is a key to self improvement.

                You know what ma’am; I think we have a slight similarity when it comes to attitude. First, being frank. All of us knew that you are one of the frankest teacher in the campus. You deliver your words directly in front of somebody. As for me, I pick up the words that I can say in front of somebody. If it’s too deep and I know that it can hurt a person a lot, I rather not tell it. By this time, I still don’t have the guts.

                Second, is valuing friends. For me I believe in the saying that “Friends are forever”. As what you have shared us before, you have said that very seldom that you let your friends be your family and be part of your life. Being a loner, I just find friends in school and none other that I don’t. So, I treasure them and make them part of my life making me an easy person. I can also establish respect to someone easily.

                Lastly, I studying. You shared a lot of your experiences while you’re studying, lectures, tips ad accomplishments. I admire you for you are so industrious in studying until now, unlike me, I’m moody for it. Truly, I just study when it is needed, oftentimes, I prioritize talking. I don’t know but, when it comes to school, I do much of the talking maybe because I don’t have someone to talk with at home but pictures.

                Before I end this letter, I would like to express my gratitude for you. Thank you ma’am!

Loving,

Stephen

INFORMAL THEME 4, BLOG 4

             

LETTER

   A boy was about to leave his girl but before he did, he left a letter:

February 14, 2011

Dearest Stephanie,

                My dear, even if its to hard for me to leave, I know it’s the best thing to do. Remember the first time we met each other at a Chinese restaurant, when they are not minding you instead they prioritize those Chinese Businessman who are arriving? Don’t you know that, I asked the manager to prioritize you? Then I saw you are surprised that there are additional orders for you, and then I approached you saying “Do you like it?” Even if we don’t know each other, you still entertained me as if we were best friends. I missed those times. Another thing, I want you to know that I’m the one who’s always putting a rose in your locker. Remember that, you got angry at James for I told you that he’s theone putting it? Haha…Stephanie, remember that I love you very much, you know its hard to keep the truth and perhaps, when you’re reading this, I’m gone. Stephanie, I have cancer and probably when you’re done reading this I’m gone forever…

Loving,

Victor

                Stephanie cried and dried, she did not eat for days, weeks and months until she died. And in her last words “Victor, I’ll be there…”

INFORMAL THEME3, BLOG 3

A Pantomime Experience

            Being part of the cast of the pantomime we had was amazing. It was an unforgettable experience in English III. We were very fortunate of having an English teacher with passion in theatrical arts. Having one, may expose you and let you experience different things such us theater, chants and other speaking activities. Being of that, I am very fortunate to be part of the organization.

            Indeed, I was very happy when we are presenting the pantomime despite of the result. As what ma’am had said before, “ It was not a pantomime, it’s a gag show”. Even though the result was not good, we knew in ourselves that we did our best. In this presentation, I gain more self confidence that help me gain more trust in myself. As of now, I with my fellow students enjoy this kind of activity; we are willing to do more activities in relation with this – the pantomime.   

INFORMAL THEME 2, BLOG 2

RFF: Responsibility, Friend, Family

As for a teacher, the greatest gift that she could receive from a student is that when he learned from her. It is more special than any other material thing a student may give. As what they say, our teachers are our second mothers. Bringing all of these together, it just testifies that our teacher really is our mother. And one of these mothers that we have in the campus is Mrs. Mildred C. Atendido.

There are three words that I have learned from her, the first one is responsibility. As a student, we should be responsible mainly in our words, things and ourselves. Responsibility is not a word but an act. You can’t tell that you’re responsible if you are not implementing it. Under this is facing consequences. As what you’re always saying “It’s your choice…if you did something wrong, learn to face the consequences ahead”.

“You can have as much friends as you want, but you couldn’t have as much friends be a part of your family”, something which you’re always reminding us. It means that you need to pick up friends which deserve to be a part of your family. In connection with this, you keep on reminding us to value our family. As what you’re always saying, up to now you wanted to see and talk to your mother. That until now, you’ve been longing for her. With this, you made us feel lucky that we have one at our side. Being a student and a son in school, I wish you’re wish will happen in your dreams.

Being a student, we must treasure all the things our teacher will teach us despite our feelings for them for one of these days, we will benefit from those lessons.