EDSA at 25: What They Have in Mind

What I have in mind: Let's remember EDSA for what it's worth to the millions of Filipinos from different walks of life, who marched, prayed, and hoped for a better country.

Scenario: The Philippine Center for Investigative Journalism (PCIJ) asks young people what they know about the 1986 People Power revolution.

"The PCIJ asks college students what they know about the 1986 People Power revolt. Results were surprising. Is EDSA Revolution even in our history books?" - PCIJ video blog.

Very true as it may seem, what these college students have in their minds is quite alarming. I am about to write a blog post to feature and highlight 1986 EDSA Revolution, 25 years after until I got a chance to peek into this PCIJ video.

Watching the video and listening to what they have to say make me realize that we don't need to spend much, million of pesos to celebrate this very historical event and might as well spend those special funds to improve our EDUCATIONAL SYSTEM as this is to motivate and inspire everyone in the academe.

But wait, don't get me wrong here, I am definitely not up to going against EDSA 25 celebrations. I just want to raise the issue: there are lots of MORE important things and national concerns to deal with. Here's my own list:

Discipline. Corruption. Education. Health. Politics. Governance. Pollution. Poverty.

The meaning and substance of people power is one of the treasures and legacy that our people should be thankful of. However, people especially those who run the government seems to be indifferent to this value and meaning. On a personal note, I believe all that's happening today are the by-products of what happened before, generation to generation, one government to another. Nothing much has actually changed. But it is not the people but OUR ways of tolerating these issues of corruption, injustices and discrimination at all levels.

Well, I just want to share his thoughts as it makes sense to me. :-)

Going back to what has happened this last quarter of a century, we need to first answer these basic questions: 1) Do we have better quality education now? 2) Is there less corruption? 3) Is there less poverty? 4) Are there more jobs domestically? 5) How is the peace and order situation? 6) Is there a more efficient rendering by government of basic services? 7) Have we matured as voters? 8) Have we licked the insurgency problem? 9) Have we straightened out problems within the PNP and AFP? 10) Have the promises and vows made in 1986 (a quarter of a century ago!) been fulfilled? If we do a life-style check on all those that served in government the last 25 years under Cory, FVR, Erap, GMA, including all their respective Kamag-anak Inc. and cronies, what do you think the findings would be? And finally, what is it we are celebrating and who are we going to be fooling again?

Read more of him and his ideas here.

♥♥♥ Mai Raine ♥♥♥

What Our Teenagers Should Know

We Real Cool

Gwendolyn Brooks
(1917 - 2000) (Kansas, USA)

We real cool. We Left school. We Lurk late. We Strike straight. We Sing sin. We Thin gin. We Jazz June. We Die soon.

The poem extends much regards to being teenagers as well as their attitudes, beliefs, behaviors, interests and hobbies. Being so active, young and curious, "we" teenagers have issues and some concerns on decision-making. We tend to be impulsive to try new things without thinking about the consequences.

Extreme emotions run high and attitudes seem to be inconsistent and abrupt when a child becomes a teenager. He or she may pursue into something that could eventually not good for him or her or would soon put him or her in a very complex situation.

The art of being "cool" gives some thrills at the beginning BUT may soon cause harm and troubles on these teenagers.

In a nutshell, the poem tells something about the essence of the teenagers' (holistically BOYS) self-awareness and decision-making, the importance and the art of making responsible choices.

Persona/Characters: Teenagers (generally/majority BOYS) or Adolescents

The poem initially portrays this teenage psychology: I felt as if I was at the top of the world, as if I could do anything and no one could stop me. Persistent and impulsive, these teenage boys would do whatever they want to, regardless of what the circumstances are.

At the end, they would be in trouble and in a predicament that they will be needing much help and attention from their family, loved ones, mentors and friends. However, much assumption may lead to worst case scenarios that it must be too late before they realize what they have done to themselves and to their lives.

Teenagers today are severe, impulsive, tough and adventurous. Generally, most of them are faced into different kinds of societal problems and difficulties. And with that, they need more "poems" like this to help them, us realize how important making the right and responsible decisions for ourselves and our future.

An expert once stated that there is a heightened anxiety among today's teens and young adults. Such must be accordingly addressed and resolved. They shall be exposed into some situations like this that can lead them to self-realization and awareness - so there will always be a lesson learned, which they can adopt and practice in real life.

Even though the poem was written in 1960, it mirrors the situation of today, for many young men and even young women skip school every day — not to mention those who dropout.

The first seven lines in the poems sound so upbeat but tones change dramatically in the last line. And this sudden change in the tone of the poem redirects the focal point of the verses; thus, it brings new light to the meaning.

The entire tone of the poem is very upbeat; however, the tone changes dramatically at the end with the following statement: "We die soon." This one line alone says a lot.

In a more in depth analysis of the final line (which refers to death), the subtitle of the poem states: THE POOL PLAYERS. SEVEN AT THE GOLDEN SHOVEL. The number "seven" has the aura of good fortune while the boys shoot pool. Moreover, the word "golden" typifies prosperity and happiness, akin to how the boys are feeling.

However, the word "shovel" signifies an ominous sign, relating to death, casket, funeral and later burial. Brooks implies that street people will eventually die soon. These young men are obviously street people because they are not in school.

♥♥♥ Mai Raine ♥♥♥

Leisure 18 Purple with L-Carnitine and Korean Ginseng

LEISURE 18 PURPLE WITH L-CARNITINE and KOREAN GINSENG

This product has been made of Brazil Original forest small black coffee, and natural plant gamboge fruit, (HCA), and with scientific processing with precise extraction. Scientific result through many years repeated research and development as well as spending large amount of research fund by the America Kangshi Lainuo International Medical Research.

-> Leisure 18 slimming coffee can effectively decompose fats, and has diuresis effects.
-> It is anti-cancer and anti-aging. It can even prevent cardiovascular disease.
-> Increases fat reduction and regulates the metabolism.

Dosage: Drink 1 sachet in the morning before taking your breakfast. You can add a little creamer, sugar or chocolate drink to adjust the taste.

With continuous intake, you will be slimmer in 18 days. It is pure, natural and healthy! Safe with no side effects.

CAUTION:
-> Not to be taken by pregnant or nursing moms and people with high blood pressure or cardiovascular disease.

BENEFITS OF LEISURE 18 SLIMMING COFFEE

Lose weight for just 18 days. (can be 18 and a little more days, or even as fast as 5 days)
So easy to prepare.
No LBM.
No oily feces
No need to exercise.
No need to diet. ( You might feel that you're not in the mood to eat either.)
No stomach pain.
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WHO SHOULD NOT TAKE LEISURE 18 SLIMMING COFFEE?

> People with heart problems and any other related illness.
> People with high blood condition.
> People with migraine and other related illness.
> Pregnant women.
> Breast-feeding women.
> People with ulcer.

How to Enjoy Your Cup of Leisure 18 Slimming Coffee: (Applies to all slimming coffee)

Drink 1 sachet of slimming coffee everyday, 30 minutes before 1st meal of the day. You may or may not add any 3-in-1 coffee (I do this to improve taste and aroma.) :)

Strictly 1 sachet per day.

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You may also text or call us at: (Sun) 0932-72855-44 or (Globe) 0915-8718721.

Happy Shopping :-)

♥♥♥ Mai Raine ♥♥♥

Lowest IDD Rates: GLOBE IDD Sakto Calls

I made short calls to Australia and US to talk to foreign clients and was surprised that I only have a very low amount consumed and deducted from my Pre-paid Load. Globe has finally made me so satisfied and amazed with their promo on the lowest call rates abroad. I have never been so happy with Globe's services.

One more thing, yesterday I got updated, real time emails and prompt replies from their Customer Care/Support Team and was able to keep me posted with my G-Cash Card concerns. And I am quite glad that, I guess, GLOBE has somewhat improved their customer care services. Keep it up! :-)

This service is ideal for short calls since the call from the Philippines is being charged by the second. It is easy to avail of this service, the caller from the Philippines, using a mobile phone, only dials 12800+country code+area code+phone number. Very easy, so affordable.

The Globe Landline IDD Sakto Calls gives discounted per second charging for calls to the United States, Canada, Australia, Saudi Arabia, Hawaii, Hong Kong, Singapore, South Korea, China, United Kingdom, Malaysia, Taiwan, Thailand, Kuwait, and Equatorial Guinea. Calls to the rest of the world are charged on a per minute basis at the regular rate of $0.40 per minute or around P18 per minute.

The service combines the convenience of per second charging and the affordability of a cheaper calling rate. It is ideal for those who do not need to stay long on the phone since they will only be charged for the airtime consumed.

At the same time, the discounted rate to select destinations makes calling abroad much more affordable.

To use the IDD Sakto Calls, Globe Landline postpaid subscribers need to complete the following dialing sequence: 12800 + + + while Globe Landline prepaid subscribers need to complete the following dialing sequence: 12898 + 12800 + + + .

The 12800 dialing prefix will replace the “+” or “00” that precedes an international number. Without the 12800 prefix, subscribers will be charged the regular IDD rate. No registration is needed.

At the same time, the Globe IDD Sakto Calls is available to all Globe postpaid, Globe prepaid and TM mobile subscribers who can also enjoy the P0.15 per second IDD rate to the same destinations.

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Hikari: Our Platinum Ogon Koi Bids Goodbye

Among our fishes in our mini garden pond, Hikari, a Platinum Ogon, is one of our favorites. Being the biggest of them all, he has been the sweetest. Relieving our stresses, these aquatic creatures have been our buddies in getting some relaxation, comfort and serenity.

By merely looking or staring at them while they swim around, you wouldn't believe that they have already made us feel rejuvenated and grateful.

Figuratively speaking, they have provided us such "feeling" that we could only get from them. And every time, we will come closer for whatever reasons i.e. feeding or some bonding time, they would as if welcome us with open arms - fins. And that has always been the greatest part of spending some quality time with them.

We've got a lot of fishes but just one loss would surely be different. His death would greatly affect us especially Eieo. Being the biggest and the most visible fish, Hikari is easily noticed by anyone. And now that you're gone, mornings and free time would never be the same again.

Good bye, Hikari. You'll surely be missed. Hugs!

♥♥♥ Daddy Ren, Mommy Mai and Eieo ♥♥♥

Platinum Ogon High Quality Koi, imported from Asia, are a striking solid white color with a brilliant metallic sheen. Their deep, pure coloration does not contain blemishes of any kind. These beautiful Koi have a ghostlike appearance and stand out dramatically against the dark background of a typical pond. Ogon Koi are in the family Hikarimuji, which translates to "light without pattern."

The Platinum Ogon Koi are rated by breeders as AAA Grade Select - the highest rating these fish can receive. They are produced by some of the best brood stock in Asia. While Platinum Ogon HQ Koi can live longer than 200 years, they typically live 25 to 35 years. These high quality Japanese Strain Koi are a product of years of professional breeding, and will turn your pond into a showcase of champions.

The ideal setup for Platinum Ogon Koi is a 1000+ gallon pond with a fine gravel substrate, rocks, and hardy plants. Because these Koi savor plant roots and will dig to get to them, be sure to place large rocks around the base of plants to protect them. You will also need to provide adequate filtration to maintain proper water conditions.

Know more about them; read it HERE.