Reflection

This last grading period wasn’t that hard as I have thought. We just learned about Photoshop and I didn’t get problems with it because I have tried using this program before. I tried the different tools and I think it’s uncomplicated. It’s quite fun actually.

But still, challenges and I really won’t get apart. I am in fact thankful with these challenges because they are like my companion in my life. They are just barriers that will crash me and will make me stronger with my journey. Just continue living your life to the fullest. J

MY DREAM, MY FUTURE

          Let us not make this with any further ado. I just want to tell the exact dream I want for my future this instant.

          I have tried making essays about dreams before and honestly typing, their content were all lies. But not exactly all of them. I just wrote anything I want there just to make my essay longer. But all I really want for my future is to be successful. Successful in many ways. I want to have a profession with high standards, a family with love and last but not least, a man of my life.

I want these to be factual when the right time comes. But I guess it just needs hope and faith for they will help me dodge any task that will come up.

Change, it starts with me

          There are many possible ways to make changes in life. But it’s not that straightforward. You cannot just transform if you want to or if they want you to change. It said “It starts with me.” Like, if someone wants you to change, it must first starts with them. They should act as a model that will give confidence to you to adjust. There are no more further clarification needed. If you understood the quote, then you can set off.

KANNAWIDAN FESTIVAL

Kannawidan is a festivity which the City of Vigan celebrates every year. In this fvestival, the Ilocano people showcase cultural shows, native products and the talents of the Ilocanos. This festival is very significant to every resident in the province as they are celebrating the foundation of Ilocos Sur as a province by virtue of the Royal Decree signed on February 2, 1818.

Ilocos Sur especially Vigan is branded as the Heart of Ilocandia by the Philippine Historical Committee. It’s a province very rich in culture and heritage. Kannawidan means traditions and this province got to showcase all what she has. There was the tribal performance of the cultural communities of Ilocos Sur which is so fascinating. They displayed their talents as well as their indigenous costumes. Partuat ken Patanor Trade Fair showcased the products of the province such as longanisa, bagnet, garlic, bibingka, tinubong and many other foods including handicrafts. There was even eating contests of these delicacies of Ilocos Sur as well as basi drinking contest. Traditional games were played and bingo as well. There were Sarsuela and Komedya Ilocana which were shown. Choir competition was also held. Showcasing the beauty of the Iloconas- the Saniata. This festival is not just fun but also pleasurable.

New Year, New Me

2014. Two thousand fourteen in words. Another numbers that will make people change. Another year comes that we think it’s for the best for self-improvement. Even though I have failed my new year’s resolutions for the previous years, I will try my greatest to fulfill my new ones. First, I will do house chores from now on. (I won’t do one either. XD) Second, I will do my home works earlier because I have been influenced by my classmates not doing assignments at home. Third, I will surrender using Facebook. Fourth, I will be a better student. And last, I will starve myself, not to death. (I know it’s hard) But I will really try my best.

And so, as I was keeping in mind the moments when I have failed my previous resolutions before, I can’t stop myself from laughing because I find them funny. And although I have failed every resolution, I decided to try again for a better living.

Reflection

For this third grading period, we studied about different and new lessons again. We learned about making movies using Windows Live Movie Maker. I honestly did not get hard in studying it because I have used this program many times before in editing my own videos. I also use this program when I’m bored because it’s quite fun making use of it.

But there is only one problem for me, I seemed to not understand all the features of this program since our teacher was substituted by a practice teacher. We think she is not yet ready for teaching because when she is having a lecture in front, we feel her nervousness. But I know someday, she will be prepared with this challenge.

I was able to address this problem again by understanding her. Time by time, she’s getting better with her teaching. And I for the uncountable time, again asked help and guidance from God for he will help me in my studies.

Essence Of Christmas

“"Mankind is a great, an immens family. This is proved by what we feel in our hearts at Christmas.”"

Christmas if most truly christmas when we celebrate it by giving the light of love to those who need it most and forgiveness for those who made sins to us. Every 25th day of December we are celebrating the birth of Christ or we call it Christmas Day. All people are excited on this day.

Before christmas approaches, people carol with their friends or family and also they attend the Misa De Gallo. We are having Noche Buena every night of December 24 and there is a lot of food and drinks that are prepared for the Christmas. Some people watch concerts and fireworks outside. Some people also go to their Tito’s and Tita’s houses to ask for they Christmas gift or Aguinaldo. We celebrate Christmas together with our family or loved ones. Most of the family had their reunion together with their relatives. In this occasion, they meet new people and will have some bonding together with them.

I have been blessed to discover that Christmas isn't about the presents we buy or the fancy meals some eat. It isn't about standing in line ups at stores or handing over a gift we feel obliged to give. It's about love and loving in the best ways we can. Christmas is not only by giving love and forgiveness to the people but is also to commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ our God.

Climate Change

The web says “Climate change is a significant and lasting change in the statistical distribution of weather patterns over periods ranging from decades to millions of years.”

Thinking for its causes, climate change maybe occurs because of our own doings. It is the large scale burning of oil, coal, and gas. Also related with cleaning of forests which result in wild life destruction.

It is the heat that is trapped in the atmosphere causes Global Warming. We must be aware because many countries are now suffering with this kind of destruction.

Equal Rights, Equal Oppurtunities

For the former generations, people do not actually have the usual rights; especially women. They do not give them the right to educate, so they don’t have opportunities.

For its vice versa, men had rights, they were educated so in truth, they also had lots of opportunities. They can easily find jobs. But that was before. Is it still the same for this time?

Women these times can carry out men’s doings. It has distant change. Because we are made to be equal. We have rights for further facts.

On the other hand, we have the right to love and to be loved back. We have our own rights that will lead to less discrimination of people against people.

Going Global through English Language

Numerous languages are being used around the world. And as we know, English is the Universal language. So with the theme "Going Global through English Language," what may be the relationship between them?

It was well said that the Universal Language is English. And it said “Going Global,” which Global means universal or around the world, and they merely have the same thought. The real reason of this work is that if you want to pass the whole world, it may be easier if you use the English language. No more clarification, it was explained well.

Therefore, we now understand the real meaning of English and its importance with people. We must apply this language for it will bring us better companionship with people.

Unravel the Causes. Build the Solutions. Empower Science clubbers to Action.

Numerous Science club members have joined the National Science Clubs Summit for the reason that the Philippine Society of Young Science Clubs together with the Department of Science and Technology-IX asked invitations to the science club members on September 7-8, 2013 at the Dipolog Medical Center, Zamboanga del Norte.

          The motive of their invitation is to promote the public understanding of science, technology, and the environment of the science club members. With the theme "Unravel the Causes. Build the Solutions. Empower Science clubbers to Action.", they aim to let the members be aware of the natural disasters on how they are formed and what solutions can be done to ease these disasters. 

The purpose of these celebration is to eliminate the disasters which are unexpected incidents so it is significant to help the earth be alert.

Little Reflection

1. What are the discoveries/learnings that I have learned?

              For this grading period, I have discovered and learned about notepad. It's quite easy for me because all you have to do  is to copy the tags the teacher has to give you. It's interesting, indeed. And of course, blogging can't be gone. One of the most important requirement for this subject is posting blogs. We are now used to it and we are really thankful for it.

2. What are the problems/challenges that I have encountered?

              It is normal to encounter problems and challenges but what really made me stressed was the drafts, which I pass to our teacher late and she won't check it anymore. I've learned now that I will make drafts early so that our teacher will be able to read and check it.

3. How did I address these challenges?

               I was able to pass these challenges by again taking it as a challenge for me to strive harder in my studies. Praying to God is the best solution of all challenges. And also, I am now starting to study really harder in my studies after the challenges I've encountered.

My Teacher, My Hero

        We talk about heroes this time. Lots of people can be considered as a hero. It's not the superheroes but the people surrounding us who are helping us on our way to the brighter road.

           A teacher has always been by our sides teaching us lessons. They are next from my parents as my ultimate heroes. I have met lots of teachers since then. There is a strict one, kind, strong, acts like my parents, feeler, beautiful, sexy, respected and much more. Even if they are strict to us, I know that they are just scolding us because they want us to be more matured and they want us to be professionals someday. They also sacrifice for the sake of their pupils, more like their children, and of course, for their selves. They sleep late and wake up early, they come to school even on weekends, they have many works to do.

             So we must appreciate the work they are showing even if they scold us. They are just stressed with so much work and we, pupils, are even joining the mess in their heads. So, we thank them and feel the love they show.

My Modern Hero

           Everyone of us has her own hero. It can be a teacher, a friend, an animal, or someone who had helped her in some things. But most of us, like me, consider her parents as her hero.

           Of all people in this world, I find my parents as the best hero. Just imagine that since we were still so little, they were beside us supporting our needs. And until now, they are still there caring for us. My parents can never be compared to someone or something, even golds or diamonds. I am proud of them no matter what. There are people who hadn't felt the love and care from their parents and I am so lucky to have felt and feel theirs. Sometimes, I am being stubborn to them. I feel hatred when they won't do the things I ask them even if it's only a little thing.

             So, even if I am spoiled, I can still feel their love for me because they have helped me with my problems and on my weakest times. I feel lucky in their arms and that God has given responsible and strong parents.

"Ang Wika Natin ang Daang Matuwid"

       They say at all times that if one applies his own language in a speech, his being patriotic is visualized, his world will be led to the right way. But it doesn't mean that if you betray your language, you are not into your country.

           Ginagamit rin naman natin ang ating sariling wika nang mas madalas kaysa sa iba kaya masasabi natin na hindi masama ang paggamit ng ibang wika. At kapag ba gumamit ka ng ibang wika, hindi maitutungo ang mundo mo sa mas maliwanag na daan? Hindi naman 'di ba? Kung gusto mo namang gumamit ng ibang wika sa paraan na ang iyong damdamin ay nailalabas nang maayos, malaya kang gumamit kaysa naman sa nagpapakahirap ka na magsalita sa ibang wika na hindi mo naman masyadong sanay para lang maipakita ang pagmamahal mo sa iyong bayan. Pero, kung gagamitin mo ang sarili mong wika, malayong mas mabuti ito. Sa ganitong paraan, maglalakbay ang iyong buhay tungo sa mundong malaya at walang gulo. "Wika Natin ang Daang Matuwid," sabi nga. Ibig sabihin lang naman nito ay gamitin ang sariling wika at tayo ay tutungo sa tamang daan.

            So if you use your own language, you will get to the way where everything surrounding you is right as we said earlier. It's in fact the truth. But as we said again, using another language will also do. But "our own is way better."

Reflection

1. What are the discoveries/learning that I have learned or gained?

                The discoveries that I have learned are all about the history of Internet which different inventors are now familiar to me. We also learned everything about blogs. All of us have our own blogs now and we even made posts. It was very helpful to us, students, who are illiterate when it comes to technology.

2. What are the problems/challenges that I have encountered?

                The problems/challenges I have encountered in learning are those that are related to memorizing the different acronyms and their meanings. It must have been the casue of my score in our examination, which is low. Another is that it is very difficult to make a post especially when we don't know the subject and don't know what to write/compose.

3. How did I address these challenges?

                 I was able to pass these challenges by taking it as a challenge for me to strive harder in my subject, by asking help and guidance from the Lord and by trying my best to study my lessons.

President Benigno Simeon Aquino III's Fourth SONA

President Benigno Simeon “PNoy” Aquino III delivered his fourth State of the Nation Address in Batasang Pambansa Complex, Quezon City on July 22, 2013 with the theme, “Sa Gitna ng Daang Matuwid.”

           The address was the longest SONA he had delivered compared to his SONA before. It started at exactly 4:03 PM and ended at 5:46 PM, receiving 88 times of applause from Government officials, media and others who attended in the address. In my own opinion, President Aquino was successful in sending the complete development of his administration and getting the trust of the Filipino people in the government, and his SONA demonstrated the confidence he has with his actions. However, I thought that the speech was too long, I felt that he delivered all he wanted to say like the Cybercrime Act, passage of Freedom of Information bill,and the P10 Billion pork scam. He should’ve mentioned about the scam with a reduction of time for anti-corruption is his main reason in the”Daang Matuwid proposal.

               And we all know that the President can’t change the country all by himself, and about his theme, it is very admirable. We must support his plans so that we can completely feel the act of economic expansion of his administration. Also, we must stay full of life in influencing him to be real to his promise of shortening corruption that is consuming most of our government’s funds.

"Gutom at Malnutrisyon, Sama-sama Nating Wakasan"

          The 39th Nutrition Month celebration focuses on hunger with the theme "Gutom at Malnutrisyon, Sama-sama nating wakasan" (Hunger and Malnutrition, Let's end it together). The theme is directing to increase consciousness on hunger issues, and actions to lessen hunger and malnutrition, encourage stakeholders to contribute to addressing hunger issues, and support for stronger political action to end hunger.

                   It is focused on hunger because of two reasons, first, hunger is one of the worst types of deficiency because people do not enjoy their necessary right to food. And second, hunger rate in the Philippines has worsened in recent years. What do we mean by hunger? It is a state in which people do not get enough food to provide the nutrients needed for fully productive, active and healthy lives. Prolonged hunger can lead to malnutrition and even death. When we travel to Africa, we will encounter numerous people who are malnourished, especially children, who must be the ones to have better production.

                   That is why this celebration wants to stop hunger and malnutrition. When we say "Let's end it together," we in truth end it. There is no hunger when people have physical access to nutritious food which meets their nutritional needs for active and healthy lives.

                                                                                                    Ilocos Sur National High School

                                                                                                    Gomez St. Brgy. VII, Vigan City

                                                                                                    June 25, 2013

Dear Mr. President,

                This is a letter about requesting to our respected president for better living of the Filipinos.

                Being a president is an arduous job as everyone knows. They have limitless problems which is unlikely to us. You, Benigno "Noynoy" Aquino III, are one of them. One of the most difficult problems you are having is how would people get jobs, because we all know that looking for a job is harder than studying. There are only a few spaces for jobs now and it will be hard for the graduating students to find a job.

                So, may I request your good office to please provide more opportunities for the Filipinos so that the future graduates like us will have the chance to work for our future and a chance to serve the government for the betterment of our country.

                                                                                                    Respectfully yours,

                                                                                                    Jolina Perilla