People say I have a gate pass to heaven because I’m a PK.
I am a PK. Yup, I’m a Pastor’s Kid and I’m proud to be one. But being a PK is not that easy as you think. Although we never skip meals, and we get tons and tons of freebies, thanks to the overflowing blessings of God, these don’t exempt us from salvation. We have to personally work on it. Our parents are given to us by God to guide us in living rightfully in this cruel world. They are also to help us grow spiritually. But I still have to decide for myself on what to believe in, right? But I’ll tell you what. I am glad that my parents believe in God. That gives me a very strong foundation and I know that with that, I’m headed for the right path.
Being a PK is also tough. We usually get persecuted by those non-believers. They pity on us for being meek and extra good but they don’t pity on their souls. If they just knew that they would rot in hell if they don’t change for good. We also get tempted. Like me. I study at a very liberated environment and temptation is anywhere at any time. So I am more susceptible to temptation now that I understand what is right and wrong. But I manage to make it through even if I commit a lot of mistakes on the way. I learn from them but there are still times when I give in. Silly me huh? I must admit that I am human and can never be perfect but imperfection is not an exemption for doing wrong. As much as possible, I do right things. Sometimes, my mind gets so narrow that I don’t understand the need to do this and that. But then I ponder on thoughts like why the good Lord gave me understanding and patient parents. They were really to help me cope up in life and make reasonable decisions for my own good. Look at me now! I’m happy, healthy and contented with life. There may be times when I crave for worldly things, things that will vanish anytime but I try to get back on track. God gave me knowledge about what’s good and bad so I have to use it wisely.
God also blessed me with good and God-fearing friends. I never imagined that I would find these kind of people in UP but if it was meant for us to meet, then nothing else would matter. I got friends who believe that there is a good God because they also experience his goodness in their everyday lives. These are my most treasured valuables in this harsh world. We easily relate to each other because more or less we have the same goals in life. And that is to live and love life to the fullest by doing what is right. I can’t say that I’m sure of going to heaven but I know that I’m on the right track and I hope I won’t go astray. The road to heaven is narrow. I should fit in.
People still think that I’m sure of my gate pass to heaven because I’m a PK. I think it is our human instinct that is telling us that. But no one is really exempted. We stand equal in the eyes of our maker. It is just a matter on working our faith out. Isn’t it time to reflect on things like this?
Monday, January 22, 2007
I Thought She Knew
She has black hair and brown eyes. Her skin has the Asian touch. Her facial expression is so intimidating but I didn’t care. And her eyes were telling me to find out the roots of a mystery. I admire her very much because she keeps on telling me things I don’t even know and keeps me interested. I talk to her silently and laugh with her softly. I see her everyday even in my dreams! Although she doesn’t have friends, she introduces me to her different adventures beyond our imagination. I amuse myself with her peculiar choice of wardrobe and rare pair of shoes. She loves playing the flute and the melody she creates complete a story. We have so much in common. We enjoy the taste of bittersweet chocolates and we both like the scent of green apples. She brings me to places I’ve never been to. Once, she brought me to a grassy meadow with a lot of periwinkles and asters. And the cool breeze smelled so good and it touched my face and tickled my ears. I saw falcons and hawks but with harmless eyes. It was as if I was talking to them asking them if they could come and play with us. But the best part of it was when I touched the crystal clear blue water in the river and the felling was so good to be true. I thought of bringing her to my house but she said she couldn’t because she won’t fit in. I t made me sad so I went home. But before I could reach home, she asked me again to come with her and she assured me that I could get home safe and sound. She pleaded so I gave in. Under the tall tree which leaves changes its color, stood and old rose bush. She really knew what I wanted. I was fascinated and I felt like not coming home anymore. I danced with the wind while she was watching me until I fell asleep. I woke up beside my sister and never said a word until I was crying. I was frustrated. I wanted to go back to that place. I really enjoyed her company but I never knew who she was. I thought she was real. I just tried to cry but my tears were now tears of joy. I was happy because for once in my life, I delighted and enjoyed for a short time. I really wanted to believe in such things but I could not do anything. I was hopeless and futile. Dumbfounded could best describe what I feel. I guess I thought she knew that I believed in her. Now I’m caught between a daydream and a future ahead. I must move on. I have to and maybe I would really meet her in the future. I would love to.
Batch History
Over a thousand aspiring applicants try their chance in the most sought for High School Admission Test of the prestigious University of the Philippines High School in Cebu. But only seventy are worthy to be called Upians. It was in the month of June in the year 2002 when we entered the gates of UP. Everyone was a sea of strangers and we didn’t know what to expect.
Villamor and Bartlett were two different worlds. We hardly knew everyone in the batch. Most of us probably secluded ourselves with only those from our section. We lived our own lives. Good that we were headed right with dynamic class presidents. Bartlett was lead by the classy and cute Gabrielle Roxanne Cabunoc. Villamor had themselves their “Chairman”. From the on, Michael Angelo Joaquin was called Chairman. We were little angels; so naïve, sensitive and we followed every rule in the UP system including the passing of every circular that is circulated. It was a long year and we made it through. But not all had the opportunity to continue. Kit and John Saint didn’t make it with us.
Days went by so swiftly that we already became sophomores and we were now facing another year full of surprises. The feeling was the same. We didn’t know what to expect.
Benton and Palma were now our new homes. Villamor and Bartlett mixed up so we came to know new people and new lives. This year was different. If Villamor and Bartlett were different worlds, Benton and Palma were of different galaxies. Palma was more of the luckier galaxy because they got to win almost every contest over Benton. They were the more serious type of people who were very determined and diligent. Palma was headed by small but terrible Michelle Gudito. Benton, on the other hand, was childish, stubborn and carefree. It was the wackiest section of that year. They were headed by pretty but tough Yolike Alverio. But they didn’t give up. They also had dreams and goals. It just wasn’t that obvious. And so another unfathomable year passed but there were still some who had to say goodbye. Bea had to pursue her dreams outside the country. Brent finished his journey with us but he continued his studies outside UP High.
Then another year of anxiety awaited us. We were becoming ladies and gentlemen. Lo and behold the Banggiitang Juinors! We were back again and we’re bigger and better. Benton and Palma evolved to Bocobo and Sison. We were to adjust again to new attitudes because we were mixed for the third time. This has been a tradition for us. Bocobo was of the quiet people while Sison owned a barn full of noisy animals. But we also developed better minds and became more mature people so some of us were already into relationships. But this didn’t stop us from being young at heart. We still played the Pantintero. We were the only batch who patronized this game. Our batch also reached the competitive mode of life. We won quiz bowls and other contests against every year level in school. We discovered more of our hidden abilities and we can now afford to showcase our talents and skills. We can do singing, dancing, performing arts, writing, drawing and even painting an old bodega in just half-a-day. Through hardships and victories, we got to know each other more and established new and strong relationships with everyone. In the same year, we got to experience our first Junior and Senior Promenade. It was nerve-wracking because the pressure in preparing almost everything for the prom was on us. We were all together through our struggles; Trigonometry, Physics, Art Appreciation, and Research. And we safely sailed on but left Robert. He couldn’t make it with us.
And the next thing we knew was that we were facing our final but best year. We don’t want to take it but it leaves us no choice. We have to grow and move on. Gonzalez and Tan were not of different things or places anymore. We don’t care that much about our sections. All we knew was that we’re all in this together. We share the same chuckles and tears. We experience the same tension with our research papers. We share the same love.
We had the best victory we always wanted when we won as the overall champion during our Intramurals. It was a very big accomplishment for us because we sweated our butts out there and we did our very best to enjoy everything this last year could offer us. These would probably be the most unforgettable moments of our lives-our high school days.
God has been so good to all of us and thanks to him we met each other.
They may be hot but we’re extra hot.
Villamor and Bartlett were two different worlds. We hardly knew everyone in the batch. Most of us probably secluded ourselves with only those from our section. We lived our own lives. Good that we were headed right with dynamic class presidents. Bartlett was lead by the classy and cute Gabrielle Roxanne Cabunoc. Villamor had themselves their “Chairman”. From the on, Michael Angelo Joaquin was called Chairman. We were little angels; so naïve, sensitive and we followed every rule in the UP system including the passing of every circular that is circulated. It was a long year and we made it through. But not all had the opportunity to continue. Kit and John Saint didn’t make it with us.
Days went by so swiftly that we already became sophomores and we were now facing another year full of surprises. The feeling was the same. We didn’t know what to expect.
Benton and Palma were now our new homes. Villamor and Bartlett mixed up so we came to know new people and new lives. This year was different. If Villamor and Bartlett were different worlds, Benton and Palma were of different galaxies. Palma was more of the luckier galaxy because they got to win almost every contest over Benton. They were the more serious type of people who were very determined and diligent. Palma was headed by small but terrible Michelle Gudito. Benton, on the other hand, was childish, stubborn and carefree. It was the wackiest section of that year. They were headed by pretty but tough Yolike Alverio. But they didn’t give up. They also had dreams and goals. It just wasn’t that obvious. And so another unfathomable year passed but there were still some who had to say goodbye. Bea had to pursue her dreams outside the country. Brent finished his journey with us but he continued his studies outside UP High.
Then another year of anxiety awaited us. We were becoming ladies and gentlemen. Lo and behold the Banggiitang Juinors! We were back again and we’re bigger and better. Benton and Palma evolved to Bocobo and Sison. We were to adjust again to new attitudes because we were mixed for the third time. This has been a tradition for us. Bocobo was of the quiet people while Sison owned a barn full of noisy animals. But we also developed better minds and became more mature people so some of us were already into relationships. But this didn’t stop us from being young at heart. We still played the Pantintero. We were the only batch who patronized this game. Our batch also reached the competitive mode of life. We won quiz bowls and other contests against every year level in school. We discovered more of our hidden abilities and we can now afford to showcase our talents and skills. We can do singing, dancing, performing arts, writing, drawing and even painting an old bodega in just half-a-day. Through hardships and victories, we got to know each other more and established new and strong relationships with everyone. In the same year, we got to experience our first Junior and Senior Promenade. It was nerve-wracking because the pressure in preparing almost everything for the prom was on us. We were all together through our struggles; Trigonometry, Physics, Art Appreciation, and Research. And we safely sailed on but left Robert. He couldn’t make it with us.
And the next thing we knew was that we were facing our final but best year. We don’t want to take it but it leaves us no choice. We have to grow and move on. Gonzalez and Tan were not of different things or places anymore. We don’t care that much about our sections. All we knew was that we’re all in this together. We share the same chuckles and tears. We experience the same tension with our research papers. We share the same love.
We had the best victory we always wanted when we won as the overall champion during our Intramurals. It was a very big accomplishment for us because we sweated our butts out there and we did our very best to enjoy everything this last year could offer us. These would probably be the most unforgettable moments of our lives-our high school days.
God has been so good to all of us and thanks to him we met each other.
They may be hot but we’re extra hot.
Aiken
I was browsing over a book when I came across a unique name. I didn’t know what made me take a glimpse at that name. It just caught my eye. Aiken. Hey, I think it’s cute. I fancy saying it and even writing it. Aiken. That’s great! I just created something from nothing. But I thought that Aiken needed an owner-someone who will really be worth the name. One day, I realized that I just gave Aiken to its first owner. I was happy and contented at that time. I knew that Aiken was in good hands. And since I love the name, I then learned to however love its new owner for making me feel happy at certain times. Now it means someone who makes me happy! But the day came when Aiken started to show me that he never deserved that name and that I was that stupid to give away Aiken. I just came to realize that he never understood the meaning of the name. Out of frustration, I really shouted at him. But he just stared at me and walked away. So I cursed the day I gave him that name. Now the name needs a new owner. That would be another special someone who would really be worth the name. I will find him and I won’t give up. I’m still 14 and I’ve got a lot of time to discover who that someone would be. Time will tell but I’ll be waiting…
This is what I wrote two years ago. Mushy huh? I was fourteen then guys and I didn’t know what I really wanted in life so please bear with me. I just met someone who made me hate anything that makes me feel appreciated. I get annoyed when people appreciate me for like this and like that. I don’t know why but I don’t believe in all of them. I choose only those who I can trust. Insecurity, people might say. So what? I just knew it was stupidity! It probably made me close my mind and heart. I cover up with all those crushes and numerous cute guys I tell my friends but they all suck! Man-hater? No. In fact I have a lot of boy friends. It’s just that I don’t easily trust boys that much. But even if two years had already passed, I still feel the same. I hate it. Nevertheless, I still want to look for that someone who will understand what Aiken really means. I know that he, she, or it is just out there. And like what I wrote, I’m more than willing to be waiting.
And how about if I tell you I found that someone?
This is what I wrote two years ago. Mushy huh? I was fourteen then guys and I didn’t know what I really wanted in life so please bear with me. I just met someone who made me hate anything that makes me feel appreciated. I get annoyed when people appreciate me for like this and like that. I don’t know why but I don’t believe in all of them. I choose only those who I can trust. Insecurity, people might say. So what? I just knew it was stupidity! It probably made me close my mind and heart. I cover up with all those crushes and numerous cute guys I tell my friends but they all suck! Man-hater? No. In fact I have a lot of boy friends. It’s just that I don’t easily trust boys that much. But even if two years had already passed, I still feel the same. I hate it. Nevertheless, I still want to look for that someone who will understand what Aiken really means. I know that he, she, or it is just out there. And like what I wrote, I’m more than willing to be waiting.
And how about if I tell you I found that someone?
Sunday, January 21, 2007
A Week Long Movie Marathon
Have you heard of a mad house who feeds on anything that land on her lawn? How about a raccoon that will do everything just to pay back the goods he stole from an angry bear? Well, if you don't know anything about what I'm talking about just go on reading.
A family friend lent us an 8-in-1 DVD last week. My sisters were so excited about it but it was bad news for me. It was examination week and I knew that I will never get a hold of those goodies. So I left the room with a pouting face. Fortunately, my beloved father noticed his pouting daughter that he shouted across the room. "Kids, why don't you watch those movies when ate is free so that everyone can watch.” My heart leaped for joy! I knew papa would say that. It would be very rewarding for me especially that I study six hours a day of that week.
It was a Monday and everyone was at home because it was still part of the ASEAN holidays. It was a great time to start the week long movie marathon. And we started off with Monster House.
DJ was spying on Mr. Nebercracker’s house since the first day when something landed on his lawn because everything that landed on Mr. Nebercracker’s lawn is as good as dead. Why? Let’s find out! Chowder, DJ’s best friend, was playing basketball when it rolled down across the street and landed on Mr. Nebercracker’s lawn. They both tried to recover it but Mr. Nebercracker came out of the spooky house and ran after them. DJ accidentally killed Mr. Nebercracker while the creepy old man was scolding him. This made the house really mad! So DJ and Chowder tried to find out what is really going on. With the help of Jenny, the trio unlocked the secrets of the mad house just before trick or treat. You should watch this movie and learn about Constance. Who is Constance? I won’t tell you!
After Monster House our family treated ourselves with Superman Returns. I think everyone knows about Superman so all I can say is that the new Clark Kent (played by Brandon Routh) is so cute and Superman is out to save the world again. I just love guys on glasses. Ask April Mae Gamboa why.
And so another day passed and the next thing I knew was that I was watching Over the Hedge. RJ, a city-oriented raccoon, steals a red wagon, a blue Coleman and tons of goods from an angry mountain bear named Vincent. RJ has until full moon to collect everything he stole from Vincent. His target is the city. But he can’t do it alone. So he fools a group of country animals to get the goods for him. That includes a turtle, a squirrel, a skunk, a family of porcupines and a father-and-daughter possum tandem. Find out how they manage to get all those stuff and see why family really matters. Trivia: Avril Lavigne is the voice behind Heather, the smaller possum.
Yup! You might be thinking that I’m doing trailers of these movies. And I’m close to doing that. But I tell you, these are nice movies with values. Other movies on the DVD were Cars, The Wild, Pirates of the Caribbean II: Dead Man’s Chest, Garfield: A Tale of Two Kittens, and The Possessed. Well, that just sums it up to the fact that I really love movies and Jack Sparrow. And by the way, just a friendly advice; never go for pirated CD’s.Note:I did my six-hours-a-day study period!
A family friend lent us an 8-in-1 DVD last week. My sisters were so excited about it but it was bad news for me. It was examination week and I knew that I will never get a hold of those goodies. So I left the room with a pouting face. Fortunately, my beloved father noticed his pouting daughter that he shouted across the room. "Kids, why don't you watch those movies when ate is free so that everyone can watch.” My heart leaped for joy! I knew papa would say that. It would be very rewarding for me especially that I study six hours a day of that week.
It was a Monday and everyone was at home because it was still part of the ASEAN holidays. It was a great time to start the week long movie marathon. And we started off with Monster House.
DJ was spying on Mr. Nebercracker’s house since the first day when something landed on his lawn because everything that landed on Mr. Nebercracker’s lawn is as good as dead. Why? Let’s find out! Chowder, DJ’s best friend, was playing basketball when it rolled down across the street and landed on Mr. Nebercracker’s lawn. They both tried to recover it but Mr. Nebercracker came out of the spooky house and ran after them. DJ accidentally killed Mr. Nebercracker while the creepy old man was scolding him. This made the house really mad! So DJ and Chowder tried to find out what is really going on. With the help of Jenny, the trio unlocked the secrets of the mad house just before trick or treat. You should watch this movie and learn about Constance. Who is Constance? I won’t tell you!
After Monster House our family treated ourselves with Superman Returns. I think everyone knows about Superman so all I can say is that the new Clark Kent (played by Brandon Routh) is so cute and Superman is out to save the world again. I just love guys on glasses. Ask April Mae Gamboa why.
And so another day passed and the next thing I knew was that I was watching Over the Hedge. RJ, a city-oriented raccoon, steals a red wagon, a blue Coleman and tons of goods from an angry mountain bear named Vincent. RJ has until full moon to collect everything he stole from Vincent. His target is the city. But he can’t do it alone. So he fools a group of country animals to get the goods for him. That includes a turtle, a squirrel, a skunk, a family of porcupines and a father-and-daughter possum tandem. Find out how they manage to get all those stuff and see why family really matters. Trivia: Avril Lavigne is the voice behind Heather, the smaller possum.
Yup! You might be thinking that I’m doing trailers of these movies. And I’m close to doing that. But I tell you, these are nice movies with values. Other movies on the DVD were Cars, The Wild, Pirates of the Caribbean II: Dead Man’s Chest, Garfield: A Tale of Two Kittens, and The Possessed. Well, that just sums it up to the fact that I really love movies and Jack Sparrow. And by the way, just a friendly advice; never go for pirated CD’s.Note:I did my six-hours-a-day study period!
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