POIGNANT

Chained to the ground, no movement not a sound,

everything is spinning, still not moving.

The shackles holding me is tight,

cannot breathe, cannot fight.

Darkness full and hands bound

wondering if I can be found.

Nothing is certain and no one is coming,

falling slowly to the ground.

Drowned in solitude and drenched in despair

no use crying for life is unfair.

Rather be swallowed by the land where I stand

than live on and fall in quicksand. 

THOUGHT PROMPT: RIZAL & WOMEN OF INSPIRATION

THOUGHT PROMPT: RIZAL & WOMEN OF INSPIRATION: 17th February 2013. After a weekend of fun at Conrad's Haven in Pansol, Laguna, our group proceeded to Calamba to visit the Rizal Shrine...

RIZAL & WOMEN OF INSPIRATION

17th February 2013.

After a weekend of fun at Conrad's Haven in Pansol, Laguna, our group proceeded to Calamba to visit the Rizal Shrine. 

An inspiring look at the life of our national hero 

Dr. Jose P. Rizal.

It was an interesting journey to the past.

One thing that really caught my attention was this inscription for Dr. Rizal's beloved mother Teodora Alonso.

This timely insight is pertinent to what is happening and upcoming in our country today - ELECTION 2013.

The advocacy of Senatorial Candidate Cynthia Villar of the Villar Foundation Inc. pertaining to "livelihood projects out of waste" is a great example of Filipino ingenuity and entrepreneurship. "Misis Hanep Buhay" wants to expand their reach and provide job opportunities especially to women all over the country.

      
    (ARTWORK @ RIZAL SHRINE)

Let the women of yesterday be an inspiration to the women of today for a bright future for the women of tomorrow.

THOUGHT PROMPT: VIVA STO. NIÑO 2013

THOUGHT PROMPT: VIVA STO. NIÑO 2013: The Sto. Niño is the oldest religious image in the Philippines. Devotion to the Child Jesus is vast and wide. Our family joined the...

VIVA STO. NIÑO 2013

The Sto. Niño is the oldest religious image in the Philippines.

Devotion to the Child Jesus is vast and wide.

Our family joined the procession from Gil Puyat Avenue (Buendia)

to Quirino Grand Stand.

  Sto. Niño is spanish for "Holy Child."

Various interpretations are depicted in this contemporary times.

The procession also featured different dances of praise to the Child Jesus.

Our family is blessed to have been  part of this event.

Thank you to Sister Mila Gernale and Family 

(Karosa No. 26)

for inviting us.

We will prepare more candies ...

... until next year!

VIVA STO. NIÑO!

METRO UZIs

The recent robbery-holdup at METROPOINT MALL in Pasay last Thursday, August 16 affected passenger mobility in the area.

Gunshots from the mall inevitably caused panic as Tambunting Pawnshop was being robbed allegedly by the "Martilyo Gang."

I could just imagine the chaos when I learned about it from one of our employees who happened to pass by the area on her way to our office.

I immediately texted my mom to make sure she is safe on her way home.  

Of course, I took the same route.

The incident happened at around 3:00 p.m.  Passed by around 6:30 p.m. and there were still cameras and crews from different TV and Radio Stations that covered the incident.

And yes, the UZI's were around.  The uzizeros are on the ledge of Taft Avenue to catch a glimpse of the action.

It is human nature to be curious.  Not a sole Filipino trait.  However, more often than not, this hinders rescue attempts.  Authorities usually end up worrying over crowd control instead of just focusing on the crisis at hand.

When you think you are not helping...walk away.  By not being there, you may save not only your life, but others.

"TYPHOONLESS TYPHOON"

The horrors of typhoon Ondoy seemed to haunt Metro Manila.

Super heavy rains caused flood in various areas.  And heavy rains are still pouring as of this writing.  

The waters in different dams are at a high level almost reaching its peak.  Evacuations are on the go.  Classes have been suspended as well as government offices and some private sectors.  And yes, traffic jams.

In our place, the creek along Doña Soledad Avenue in Better Living Subdivision overflowed last night causing unusual heavy traffic at around 12:00 midnight. 

All these happened during Ondoy.  The difference is that during that time, everyone was caught off-guard.  Now, people are more aware and cautious…and yes, maybe more prepared.

This “typhoonless typhoon” has affected so many areas, so many people, so many lives.

I am just praying for the rain to stop  and begging for the sun to shine.

Be safe everyone.