Upcoming Election 2013

 

             Every three years, our country conducts an election to choose which politicians are going to lead us. Which of them are worthy of our vote? What are the characteristics of aspiring politicians to be considered?

            Our country is now one of the most corrupt countries around the world. And majority of us blame the people sitting on the cabinet/government offices for it is what we can observe through newspapers and televisions. They are the one spending the funds of our government which came from people’s taxes and of people’s sweat and blood!

            But how can we change these evil acts of dirty politicians? How can we get rid of this self-centered people who make money at our expense? Well, it’s simple; we should think and reflect first before writing names on our ballots. Furthermore we should be wise. How? It is by avoiding those who buy our vote. Definitely they are the ones who will steal the government’s money after spending millions on vote buying!

            Let us take the sides of those who give priority to the people’s welfare. Those who have clean hearts, those who are trust worthy, and has honest way of living. Background check could be of help too. By this we can perceive what they would become as government officials.

            In the upcoming election on May, 2013, we voters, make it worth and meaningful. Choose those who don’t buy our vote. Those who are capable of doing public works and those who love the people he/she is representing.

            Be a good citizen! Vote wisely! And no to vote buying! 

Search for Miss Kalinga 2013

         

                Every year, as a part of the celebration of the Kalinga Day, a search for Miss kalinga beauty is held. This is participated by different municipalities and sponsoring agencies/group. For this year it was held in the capitol’s gymnasium at February 15, 2013. Joining candidates are composed of 18 gorgeous ladies having unique and quality talents and characteristics that captured their audience’s eyes during the contest.

                The pageant was hosted by Miss Glenifer Perido, Miss Air Philippines 2012 and Mr. Erren Jay Khe. It started with their seductive production number and followed by a brief introduction of the candidates. Then the competition begins as they ramped with their native attire. The audience shout out loud for their own bets because they are really good in posing in front of us.  The next was the wearing of their casual dresses. Wow! What a sight! Was what I screamed that time. After that, the swim wear followed. The men whistled with the beautiful bodies capturing their eyes. The last wear was the evening gowns. All was astonished with the radiant ladies gently posing an the stage. 

                When all of this was finished, the masters of ceremony announced the minor awards that was given to the deserving candidates. Those awards were Miss Photogenic and Miss Friendship which were garnered by candidate number 5,Miss Ever Bilena and Miss Mestiza Kalinga taken by contestant number 1, Miss Bea got by candidate 18 and other awards. After this they announced the top 10.

                Then the most awaited part came. The question and answer portion . All of us shared nervousness with the beauties and waited attentively which could answer exactly and directly. All were good. Then top 5 were chosen. They are contestant numbers 11, 5, 15, 14, and 1. 

                The top five was given again the same questions for them to answer. And among them, the judges chose the best who answered the question correctly.

                The major awards came next. Best in swim wear, Best in gown, best in native attire, and best in casual wear were taken all by candidate number 18. The best in talent was given to contestant number 14. Among the candidates, contestant number 1 from Pasil, Miss Cheribeth Banson was crowned Miss Kalinga 2013 garnering a trip to Honkong worth 20,000. First runner-up, candidate number 5 from Tabuk having the benefit of going to Palawan, 2^nd runner-up was contestant number 15 from Balbalan, a trip to Baguio, and 3^rd runner up contestant number 14 from Lubuagan, a free accommodation of Davidson Hotel’s amenities.  And last but not the least, contestant number 11 got the 4^th runner-up award. They are all deserving of their prizes. Two thumbs up to all candidates and congratulation to the winners.

                 

                

               

EARLY MARRIAGE

                "For richer or for poorer, for better or for worst, till death do us part" is a common utterance from couples being married during their exchange of vows. This is the main spice of the marriage ceremony where in the husband and wife promise to love one another forever. Love is present in their heart as they see eye to eye conveying their unending affection, love and adoration to the one they married. In the eyes of many witnesses, they make their pledge of doing anything to make the marriage successful. But in this generation, is the real essence of marriage being honored? Why it is that early marriage can be a problem to some?

                On the 27^th of March 2010, a woman got married because she was already carrying a baby on her womb. It was the main reason why she got married. She was young and has no work, and her husband is just a security guard that time, earning only a minimum wage not enough for the family. Then came the day she gave birth. It was the happiest moment for her yet the saddest because she can’t be able to raise her child properly and even cried tons of tears because there come those days that they had no money to buy milk for the baby. She regretted not finishing school before marriage but cannot do anything to get it back now. Quarreling then start especially regarding money matters. The couple had realized that lovemaking doesn’t compensate the needs for survival (food). The marriage nearly broke but fortunately with the parent’s hep, they survived. The wife was me.

                Marriage is the state of being united to a person of the opposite sex as husband and wife in a consensual and contractual relationship recognized by law. It is one of the sacraments of God that should have preparations before it is done. Before, when a person marry, they will automatically think that he/she is in love. But now, if someone marries, people may think the woman is pregnant. This is true because it is usually the case of committing into marriage even some are young and not yet ready for it. They are forced to marry so as not to be embarrassed and for the child not to be illegitimate. Later on if it doesn’t work, it will lead to broken families. Furthermore, it will burden the young couple leading to poverty and some into committing petty crimes just to live. It will ruin the lives of many.

                How do you, my fellow students, avoid such incident? Of course, you should focus on your studies first instead of getting involved with a relationship with the opposite sex. You should avoid having girlfriends/boyfriends yet in order to avoid pregnancy leading to early marriage. Maybe for some, it will just for inspiration that is good. But mostly, those who have relationships are pushing it through the limit of intimacy. Try to join school activities also to divert sprouting feelings of love. It doesn’t mean that loving is bad but what I am telling is, do it in the right time. When you have already finished your studies and have a stable work to raise an ideal family. Then most of all, stick to God for he will guide you to the right path and deliver you from evil.

                Through experience, I had learned my lesson. And I want to share this in order for you, my fellow to learn from it too.  Do not enter into early marriage when you are not yet ready to commit. Let me leave you a translated Filipino saying, “Marriage is not like a hot potato that can be spitted if your tongue gets burns”.

“CRAMMING”

            

                 According to Mr. Webster, Cramming is to prepare hastily or intensively for an upcoming/imminent examination.  It is a last minute study especially for an examination.  Why do most of us students cram? What are the possible tips to avoid cramming?

                What! The exam is next week already? This is a common utterance of students whenever an examination is nearing. They tend to panic because they aren’t prepared for this.  We are fund of reviewing just a day before the exam and even hours and minutes before the test.  This is due to our laziness to scan our notes as early as possible. Or having an advance reading even it is not yet time for tests.

                Cramming can cause forgetfulness according to some research. Thus to avoid being forgetful, we should also avoid cramming for examinations. How? Here are some tips to follow. If possible, start to review your notes weeks before the scheduled exam. Another is, scanning notes daily or every night after each lesson. Be prepared as the boy’s scout of the Philippine’s motto is. Secondly, do not try to memorize everything. Analyze your topic; don’t just put anything in mind without understanding what it means. Another tip is, make a reviewer or an outline of all the previous lessons that are needed to be bear in mind. If you have some clarifications, look for some books related to your problem or the book used as a reference by the teacher. Or if you are lazy to scan books, use the internet for easy outcome.

                Avoid cramming! Review earlier to be sure of passing examinations and to avoid mental blockage.