23 August 2007
Argentum
First, my wallet. Second, my iPod. Third, my cellphone. What's next? My life?
I've been a victim of snatching three times. Three times I've been ultimately stupid to let those good-for-nothing soulless creatures steal my valued possessions. What's worst, I've been helpless. I didn't had the chance to defend myself. That's why I've sworn to myself that if ever I'd encounter another Orc, I'd kill him with a bread knife. I'd tear his (or her) flesh slowly with the blunt edges of that wretched steel. Oh well, may justice be done upon him (or them?).
One of the causes why these kinds of heinous crimes exist in our society is poverty. The extreme poverty here in the Philippines can drive one mad and make him a candidate for the next top convict. Epidemic to those impoverished areas, this kind of actions are seen to be the only solution by some to earn money for food.
But as they say, easy come, easy go. The money that those people get isn't enough to sustain a living. By the conditions set here in our country, people are bound to suffer a life of poverty.
Poverty may be the cause of my unfortunate demise. But for me, there is a different reason why these people venture in these kinds of acts. Something deeper, something rooted by centuries of corruption and self-ambition. Something caused by the byzantine system we call, "Government".
This poverty our people is experiencing is brought to us by centuries of corruption by those people who pretend to be our leaders, that is, the Ilustrados who only worked for the sake of their coffins. Since the establishment of our first pseudo-independent government, these twisted men worked hard to fill their bank accounts with gargantuan amounts of cash from the national funds. They pose themselves with fake smiles and forced handshakes; phony gestures shown to legitimize their sins. These conscienceless creatures still exist today, and as of now still continues their dirty deeds. And because of their corrupted souls, millions of Filipinos are bound to a hellish life.
Even though I'm angry for my loss, I can't blame the person who stole my stuff for the deed he did. Maybe he just had this pressing need, for what I don't know. Yet he should face justice, and so does that little ewok and all her minions seating comfy in Malacanang.
To you Mr. Snatcher and Mrs. Ewok, go to hell.
I've been a victim of snatching three times. Three times I've been ultimately stupid to let those good-for-nothing soulless creatures steal my valued possessions. What's worst, I've been helpless. I didn't had the chance to defend myself. That's why I've sworn to myself that if ever I'd encounter another Orc, I'd kill him with a bread knife. I'd tear his (or her) flesh slowly with the blunt edges of that wretched steel. Oh well, may justice be done upon him (or them?).
One of the causes why these kinds of heinous crimes exist in our society is poverty. The extreme poverty here in the Philippines can drive one mad and make him a candidate for the next top convict. Epidemic to those impoverished areas, this kind of actions are seen to be the only solution by some to earn money for food.
But as they say, easy come, easy go. The money that those people get isn't enough to sustain a living. By the conditions set here in our country, people are bound to suffer a life of poverty.
Poverty may be the cause of my unfortunate demise. But for me, there is a different reason why these people venture in these kinds of acts. Something deeper, something rooted by centuries of corruption and self-ambition. Something caused by the byzantine system we call, "Government".
This poverty our people is experiencing is brought to us by centuries of corruption by those people who pretend to be our leaders, that is, the Ilustrados who only worked for the sake of their coffins. Since the establishment of our first pseudo-independent government, these twisted men worked hard to fill their bank accounts with gargantuan amounts of cash from the national funds. They pose themselves with fake smiles and forced handshakes; phony gestures shown to legitimize their sins. These conscienceless creatures still exist today, and as of now still continues their dirty deeds. And because of their corrupted souls, millions of Filipinos are bound to a hellish life.
Even though I'm angry for my loss, I can't blame the person who stole my stuff for the deed he did. Maybe he just had this pressing need, for what I don't know. Yet he should face justice, and so does that little ewok and all her minions seating comfy in Malacanang.
To you Mr. Snatcher and Mrs. Ewok, go to hell.
Labels: Political Byzantine
15 August 2007
Direction
I apologize yet again for my long unannounced hiatus. School has been very tough now that our finals week is fast approaching, and add to that, our internet connection had problems due to the rain. Also, my creative juices had dried up yet again that's why i have been dormant these past few days (or is it weeks?).
As I said, our finals week is fast approaching, and life could not get any worst for me. I still have to do lots of reports and term papers and i need to do them fast. There's so many work to do, but there's so little time. each day gets stressful and the pressure is getting intense. I don't know if i can still take it. So if you'd see me turn into a psycho walking around naked while singing that sinabawang gulay song, you know what to blame.
Time flies so fast, and in a matter of weeks we'll be seeing the end of our first term as sophomore students. We'll be getting our course cards and in a few months time, our diplomas. We're already halfway through the course but here i find myself in a dilemma. Recently, I've been thinking of shifting to another course, that is, communication arts. My course now had been quite suffocating, with all those science subjects driving me mad. I have come to doubt if i had made the right course choice. I mean, the course is manageable, but I'm not sure if I'd really like the options available for me after college.
I love the discipline of psychology. I love the psych topics and all of its applications, but I don't know if it's the best thing for me.
But why communication arts? You might ask. I've loved the limelight since I was a kid. I've tried venturing into the show business when I auditioned for 5 and up, a renowned show hosted by kids. The production, the set, and all the stuff that made that show run for a long period of time fascinated me. I've also loved imagining myself as a movie producer/director. Aside from that, I have this fascination for publications, photographs and all those artsy stuff. Add the fact that my Granddad and my Dad works in an advertising firm, which means that I can have guidance as I go on.
Despite the promises of communication arts, I'm still confused. I'm not certain on what direction I should take. Both courses promise a good career. I hope I can make a decision as soon as possible. You, what do you think? Should I go shift, or not?
As I said, our finals week is fast approaching, and life could not get any worst for me. I still have to do lots of reports and term papers and i need to do them fast. There's so many work to do, but there's so little time. each day gets stressful and the pressure is getting intense. I don't know if i can still take it. So if you'd see me turn into a psycho walking around naked while singing that sinabawang gulay song, you know what to blame.
Time flies so fast, and in a matter of weeks we'll be seeing the end of our first term as sophomore students. We'll be getting our course cards and in a few months time, our diplomas. We're already halfway through the course but here i find myself in a dilemma. Recently, I've been thinking of shifting to another course, that is, communication arts. My course now had been quite suffocating, with all those science subjects driving me mad. I have come to doubt if i had made the right course choice. I mean, the course is manageable, but I'm not sure if I'd really like the options available for me after college.
I love the discipline of psychology. I love the psych topics and all of its applications, but I don't know if it's the best thing for me.
But why communication arts? You might ask. I've loved the limelight since I was a kid. I've tried venturing into the show business when I auditioned for 5 and up, a renowned show hosted by kids. The production, the set, and all the stuff that made that show run for a long period of time fascinated me. I've also loved imagining myself as a movie producer/director. Aside from that, I have this fascination for publications, photographs and all those artsy stuff. Add the fact that my Granddad and my Dad works in an advertising firm, which means that I can have guidance as I go on.
Despite the promises of communication arts, I'm still confused. I'm not certain on what direction I should take. Both courses promise a good career. I hope I can make a decision as soon as possible. You, what do you think? Should I go shift, or not?
Labels: School Blues
