Spin101: Life at Random

It was daybreak when we left. Faces lit up with excitement. Thoughts of walking on the white sands, of island hopping, of bathing on the cold waterfalls, of all the activities prepared… these must have been keeping everyone’s minds busy that time. All was set for the trip. Our short stopover for breakfast by the beach was so fun. Everyone was enjoying their meals. Everyone was having fun,but they were oblivious of what was about to come up. The trip continued with everyone full after the hearty breakfast. Some were asleep, some talking, some were watching the view from the windows of the bus. I was asleep like some. It was ideal for dozing off because the wind became even cooler with the movement of the bus. Then suddenly… Shrill cries of horror woke me up from my deep sleep. I opened my eyes. Leaves.Dust.A crashing sound. “Oh, God! This really happened to us,” was the first thought that crossed my mind. I awoke just a few milliseconds before the bus hit the roadside. I felt the impac...

Today I went back there, To the very place where my eyes opened Where my ignorance faded along with every sunset Where my dreams started to bud from out of nowhere Where I learned… and continued to learn… Until learning becomes a foe And discouraged for those who are low. Today I went back there, To that place that ate up all the happiness in me It swallowed it whole that I no longer had time To know it existed, to know it was real. That place taught me a lot About the world as a whole About its inhabitants, about what’s real. Today I went back there To that place that made me realize the sad truth That when you are weak, your place is down there And you do not have any right to step up Because when you attempt to do so They will start kicking you off the ladder Until you fall down, until you fail, until you live in misery. Today, I saw everyone again Those who became part of my dreams Those who encouraged me to climb up despite all the kicking Those who discouraged me and treated me p...

This is to exercise that freedom of speech they are talking about. Allow me to apologize ahead to those people who will be affected, in any way, by this article. I was totally stunned upon seeing the headline of our university newspaper today. I totally understand that it is big news, and that it deserves a space in the paper. However, it could have been placed elsewhere, like the fourth page perhaps. Putting it in front of the paper in bold, big letters explicitly shows bad manners among those who are responsible for the publication of the said paper. Writing that kind of news and making it the headline story is such an insane, unscrupulous act. It is like announcing to the whole world how bad your own father is and slapping him straight on the face. There is this so called freedom of the press, but there is also what they call manners. Without the support of the university president, the university publication would never exist. Without his approval, they will not be able to do anyt...

Things have been going well, I guess. The things that have happened to me may not be that much, but they are enough to make people say that I have gone a long way after a year of being a part of the "jungle". Things happened very fast. I even cannot imagine up to now why and how they took place. I did not even ask for any of these things; they just come. It even seems to me that a certain force is manipulating things to work in my favor. I really believe that I have done something good in life to deserve all the good things that are happening to me now. I admit I am not a religious person, but I have strong faith in God, and I believe that He is the one who gave me all of the things that I have now. I do not go to church regularly. I even barely go there. I have experienced being with nuns and priests, and I should say that I was not pleased with them. I know they are also human beings, but it should never be an excuse for them to do selfish things or talk ill about other peo...

Before the year comes to an end, I would like to thank all of the people behind the happiness and fulfillment that 2010 has brought me. These people are the reason for all my smiles and laughter and the ones who make the year 2011 worth waiting for. My Dear Ma’am Beth, You just do not know how you have touched my life. Moments spent with you are never boring and dull. You seem to have the energy of a 13 year old, the vivacity of a 16 year old, and the firmness and decisiveness of a 30 year old. I really envy your carefree attitude. With you, I learned to face each day with a smile, to fight when needed, to see the positive in all the bad situations, and to get up gracefully after every fall. Thank you Mama Beth. Sa 2011 na pod… Sisterette Leop, Go for it! Wa’g mo ng pakawalan. Ahahahaha… Thank you for the friendship, the laughter, the okray moments, the bond, and everything in between. You have been a great friend and a loving sister. Stay there, ok? I love you! Ex-Cousin Jhet, Ahaha...

Ahead is unknown... it is an enigma that will only be unveiled through time and reason. Ahead lie the answers, the truth, the key to the mystery. And I continued to walk... with persistence... seeking for the unknown . I went on. I know not what I was seeking. I lied. It was never unknown. Forward, I moved... “Fight for it!” “Back off, idiot!” Two opposing forces Tried to steal the sanity left on me. I told the world I backed off. I lied. Went on... a faster stride. I fought. I endured. I closed my eyes. Everybody understands. I lied. I hear people talk behind. I fought. I endured. I reaped the glory. I fought. I’m glad I did. The prize I got Is precious than jewels; Enough to complete life, More than worth the fight. Time brought us back... Never allowed the world to act; Parted... But together we should be; And together we will be ‘Til forever becomes a history. Getting my hands dirty on poems again...!

God has been so good to me. I don't know why, but it scares me at times. I know I haven't been the most wonderful person in the world. I don't go to church, and I can't even remember the last time I was able to hear mass. I do things even if I know that it is against His teachings, and I know He is aware that there are times when I even doubt His existence. But despite all that, God continues to shower me with so much blessings. When I graduated from high school, everything was uncertain, but He showed me the way. The day right after graduation, I was given the greatest opportunity in my life. Then, I knew, all my dreams will never be put to waste. Holy Child Hospital was then my 'knight in shining armor'. By being able to work there, I got the chance to continue with my schooling. It was a tough and challenging experience, but I never gave up. I continued counting God's blessings... When the time came that I thought I will no longer be able to survive worki...