Reaction...

As I think of what I am going to write about a reaction paper I suddenly thought about the people power special presentation that we watch in our political science class, hosted by Mr. Cesar Montano. This presentation was entitled Lakas Sambayanan: PEOPLE POWER and this is all I can say.

Over the past 60 years, the republic has undergone major challenges that have included a persistent communist that led insurgency, Moro-Islamic separatism, the 1972-1986 Marcos dictatorship, two people power revolts, military unrest and the worsening economic crisis.
Under the long Marcos era (1966-1986), the situation of people further deteriorated to the Moro and Lumad areas of Mindanao, Sulu, in the Cordillera and elsewhere, large-scale land grabbing, destructive government projects and human rights abuses generated mass resistance through legal and armed means. Many indigenous people's organizations and advocacy groups were performed during this period such as LABAN, UNIDO, NAMFREL, and the biggest of all is the PEOPLE POWER REVOLUTION also known as EDSA revolution. It was a series of non-violent demonstrations in the Philippines that occurred in 1986. And it is sometimes referred to as the yellow ribbon during the arrival of Ninoy Aquino. These protests were the culmination of a long resistance by the people against the 20-year running authoritarian regime of then president Ferdinand Marcos and made news headlines as the revolution that surprised the world. The majority of the demonstrations took place at Epifanio de los Santos or EDSA, in Quezon City, Manila and involved over a thousand Filipino civilians as well as several political, military and religous figures as Jaime Cardinal Sin. The protests, fueled by a resistance and opposition of years of corrupt governance by Marcos, occurred from Feb. 22-25,1986. The downfall of the Marcos dictatorship led to some political reforms among which were provisions in the 1987 Constitution that explicitly recognized people's rights to ancestral land and region autonomy. When Marcos fled Malacanang Palace to the United States and concede to Corazon Aquino as President of the Philippines.
As a young citizen of the Philippines, I could say that in any form of Government as long as the people who are in the positions are doing their job to govern the Filipino nation in good faith there will be progress and the development for us Filipinos. But sad to say it only happens during the elections that most of the politicians will only sympathizing the people in order for them to get the roles on return.

people power issue

For being one of the CASS' student and as an AB- History major, I am also grieving and sympathizing about what happen to our dear teacher and our asst. Dean, Prof. Hernando, who passed out last Monday night. We, the historians student really feel sad and sorrow of his lost, mourning of his death. I really didn't expect about what happen to him because the last time I saw him, I think he never had any problem about his health. Also, I think he's still young to die. Really, life is too short. We don't know what will happen to us sooner or later. For now, all I can do is to pray for his soul. May he rest in peace.

busy week...

What a week! It was an amazing, long and challenging week. This was one of my busiest week I've ever had. There are so many things that I have done, like making assignments, tasks, do research works and most of all, studying all the lessons that we have learned for the past few months for our prelim examinations. Thank God, I finished and overcome all those works on time. Even though I'm not so sure I have pass those examinations that I've taken, still, I'm thankful because I know I gave my best to and done it with no doubts.
Now, I am starting researching for my term paper in English. I don't know how to start it, but, I will try to accomplish it nicely and finish it on time.

Remembrance

Each one of us have the most unforgettable experiences in life. Sometimes it made us feel gloomy, embarrassed, woeful or disappointed and also sometimes it made us feel happy, lucky, haughty, and feel fortunate enough to experience those things/ events. For me, I seldom experience those happy moments that everyone and anyone has already gone through. But, i am still thankful to experience those funny moments that I've had. Recently, there was an event that makes me feel of being a kid again.
Last Dec. 17, 2009, we celebrated our Christmas party in our boarding house. Together with my board mates, our landlady, and some friends. We really, really enjoyed our party specially I, myself. For how many parties that I have joined, this party is one of the bests! It's just a simple party that we had, but, for me, it was the most fantastic, and amazing party I've ever had (for that year)! We prepared some foods like salads, spaghetti, and "kalderita". Some of my colleagues also shared and sponsored foods and drinks like ice cream, lechon "manok', and soft drinks too. We played games and of course, we won't forget our dancing and singing presentations, and most especially the exchanging of gifts.
It really entertains me lot. It makes me feel happy, cozy and alive. Honestly, I can't hardly believe myself that I'd enjoyed it. Because before the party begins, I feel weak and sick and I'm not in the mood to join with them, and then, thanks to their company it all fades away. I am very much thankful for being one of their board mates, their friends and their family. I hope I won't forget that special event that we had together, ever.

For three days of attending my classes, I felt not so good, and there are many reasons why. First, I have lots of exams and quizzes that I have to study well and must pass. One of these is the English 2 subject which we are going to take our prelim right now at 4:30, this afternoon. Honestly speaking, I am very nervous and afraid on taking this examination. Nervous because I didn't study it well and I can't concentrate to study it last night because of the party in our boarding house and that's my only time to study for this. Afraid, to fail this subject. Second is, I felt dizzy and have a migraine for few days. But I am trying my best to overcome all these. I hope,wish and pray that we, all, will pass our examinations. Well, this is all for now. God Bless and Good Luck!!!

It's been awhile since I wrote. For two weeks of having a short vacation. Its quite awkward for me to go back in school. It is like my first day of being a college student but I have no choice but to go. For four days of attending my classes, I didn't realize that I already enjoying the lecture.
Honestly, sometimes I don't like to attend my classes like English because when I think about this subject, I feel sad and afraid because of this blogging thing. Afraid, because I don't know how to follow the activities that ma'am Deocampo said and I can't call a help from my other classmate. Also, I really do not like computers. But I am trying my best to like it.
Ma'am, can you help me? Thank you!!!