Proud

"Proud"

by Heather Small

I look into the window of my mind
Reflections of the fears I know I've left behind
I step out of the ordinary
I can feel my soul ascending
I am on my way
Can't stop me now
And you can do the same

What have you done today to make you feel proud?
It's never too late to try
What have you done today to make you feel proud?
You could be so many people
If you make that break for freedom
What have you done today to make you feel proud?

Still so many answers I don't know
Realise that to question is how we grow
So I step out of the ordinary
I can feel my soul ascending
I am on my way
Can't stop me now
And you can do the same

What have you done today to make you feel proud?
It's never too late to try
What have you done today to make you feel proud?
You could be so many people
If you make that break for freedom
What have you done today to make you feel proud?

We need a change
Do it today
I can feel my spirit rising
We need a change
So do it today
'Cause I can see a clear horizon

What have you done today to make you feel proud?
So what have you done today to make you feel proud?
'Cause you could be so many people
If you make that break for freedom
So what have you done today to make you feel proud?
What have you done today to make you feel proud?
What have you done today
You could be so many people?
Just make that break for freedom
So what have you done today to make you feel proud?

(The Biggest Loser Theme Song)

Fallen Angel

"Pain"

It started with love that ended in loathe and in vain...

It was like sudden death, like I was hit by a train...

I cannot break free, like I am on chain or restrain...

Now, I am in physical and emotional drain...

I am not praying to GOD to take away the pain...

but to give me strength that I can make it through the rain...

original poem by JR

Philippine Rice Policy (PRP)

This policy is my suggestion that may offer practical solution.

This policy states that every Filipino should have self-regulation on consuming rice as a staple food to minimize if not completely eradicate wastage in this time wherein we are experiencing shortage in supply of the prime commodity in the country.

This policy encourages those who cannot consume a cup of rice to order only half cup.

This policy also encourages those on a weight management program to find other substitute for rice if they cannot avoid not consuming rice at all.

This policy encourages as well those who cook rice to properly store cooked rice and left-over rice to prevent spoilage and furthermore, wastage.

This policy encourage more those who can recycle cooked rice into "sinangag" or "ampaw" to continue to utilize every grain of rice.

Proud Waray

Below is the information about the Fil-Am with waray blood who is one of the new housemates in Pinoy Big Brother (PBB) Double Up:

BARTOLOME ALBERTO MOTT

Nickname: Tom
Status: In House
Real Name: Bartolome Alberto Mott
Origin: Arizona, USA
Age: 22
Birthdate: October 1, 1987
Nationality: Filipino-American
Occupation: Graphic Artist

CIVIL STATUS: Single
RELIGION: Catholic
HOBBIES : driving, boxing, martial arts

FAVORITES
COLOR : blue, brown
FOOD : tinolang manok, or whatever my mom cooks
TV SHOW : Burn Notice
ACTOR : John Lloyd Cruz
ACTRESS : Maja Salvador
SINGER : John Mayer

He may have the face and the body of a model, but to people in his hometown, he is often called by many names like

‘Hilaw na Kano’ or ‘Bangaw Bangaw’ which is a term of a filthy kid. Tom would frequently get into fight with these

people.

Life became more challenging when he migrated to the US to be with his family. He struggled with speaking in English

and had a difficulty communicating with people around him. Tom finished college with a degree in Digital Animation,

but still he couldn’t get a job in this field. He flew to Hongkong to pursue his passion, but instead he found

romance which was unfortunately short lived.

What would you consider your greatest accomplishment so far?
Becoming a housemate.

What/who will you miss the most upon entering Kuya’s house?
My four-year-old nephew and one-year-old niece.

If you can be a celebrity for a day, who would you be and why?
Brad Pitt because he’s awesome.

Do you think you’ll get along well with the other housemates? Why?
I guess. ‘Di naman ako palaaway eh.

What would irritate/annoy you inside the house?
Mataas naman ang tolerance ko sa mga tao. But probably ‘yung mga taong walang respeto at may masamang intention.

Q&A with Tom

Sabi nga ni Mariel, marami siyang nakuhang text tungkol sa hot na si Tom! So, for those na naghihintay ng update sa kanya, eto na ang mga nakuhang info sa hot seat moment niya:

1. Ipinanganak sa Olongapo to a Pinay mom and an American navy dad. Supportive ang dad niya, at madalas silang magkasama nito matapos umalis sa Navy.

2. 6 silang magkakapatid. Pangatlo siya at panganay na lalaki. Lumaki muna sila sa Pilipinas bago pumuntang America, kasi gusto ng mga magulang nila ang values dito. Aminado naman siya na may topak pa rin siya kahit papano.

3. Kapag nanalo siya sa PBB, ibibigay niya yung bahay sa magulang niya, kasi retired na sila. Ready din siya na tanggapin kung ano mang opportunities meron after PBB.

4. Nagtapos siya ng Digital Animation sa University of Advancing Technology sa Tampi, Arizona.

5. Nag-intern siya sa Hongkong, kasi gusto niyang malapit sa Pilipinas. Wala nga lang nangyari.

6. Noong 17 o 18 siya, nagsarili siya at nagkaroon ng ka live-in. Matapos yun, puro casual dating nalang at wala

siyang serious relationship ngayon.

Kahit na pilit maging matchmaker ni Jason sa pagpasok nila sa bahay (lalo na only girl si Princess sa bahay), non-committal naman si Tom. Maganda daw ang kasama, pero hindi naman nagpapilit si Tom na crush niya ito agad. O, may pag-asa pa kayo kay Tom!

Miscommunication 101 with Miss Vilma Santos

I have seen “In My Life” not just one but two times already!

Perfect!

It is a movie that is a taboo to the indie gay soft porn which is rampant nowadays.

It is the story of Shirley Templo, who is in her latter years of her life and has been used to the routines of ADLs (activities of daily living).

By pride, she forced herself to “move on” in New York where she crashed in with her metro-homosexual son and his “driver sweet lover" in their love nest.

The movie showed how Shirley tried to live her life all over again and how she was able to resolve misunderstanding and miscommunication with her estranged husband, Benito and their children.

I would like to quote Ricky Lee when he said that when you watched the movie, you will laugh so hard that you won’t even notice that you are already crying…

I can relate to movie a lot in the point of view of the four characters in the movie.

First is Shirley, I can relate to her because my mother is in Florida right now. Her petition from her sister went through just this year after waiting for more than 25 years. My mother is trying her best to adjust to her life now that she is living the so-called “American Dream”! She is trying to familiarize herself using the computer and a lot more. I miss her a lot!

Second is Mark, I can relate to him because I somewhat felt that I was a disappointment to my parents, that no matter what I do it won’t be good enough for them. But despite the parental control, I know and my parents assured me that they love and care for me, that they only want the best for me.

Third is Andrea or Dang, I can relate to her because I am the eldest and I have always been somewhat dependent of my parents that sometimes I felt that I deprived and sometimes I felt I can’t function independently.

Last but not the least is Noel, I can relate to him because I am an emotional type of guy but not to the extent that I will become an “Emo”. I am having a hard time to say NO when someone is in need and I always felt isolated when I’m the one that is in need.

I would like to commend JLC! He is really blessed with those eyes! Even without words coming out of his lips, I felt the emotion in his eyes!

The part of the movie that I really LOL was the scene of Shirley and Hillary, formerly known as Hilario (played by Vice Ganda).

Here is the dialogue:

Shirley: Bakit meron bang mali sa akin?!

Hillary: Meron bang mali sayo? …Madami!

…buhok mo pang-librarian!

…salamin mo pang-guidance!

…damit mo pang-principal!

…height mo pang-estudyante!

(hehehe!)

It is the best rip-off dialogue of the year!

If I would rate this movie from a scale of 1-10, I will give it an 11 or a standing ovation! Perfect!

Congratulations to Olivia M. Lamasan and Star Cinema as well as to the cast and crew!

26 Rules After 26

a. Don’t give excuse not to exercise.

b. Always be on time.

c. Don’t be late.

d. Always count your blessings.

e. Don’t talk when you can walk.

f. Always smile, it can take you miles.

g. Don’t speak XL (extreme language, explicit lyrics).

h. Always be on low profile.

i. Don’t be XL (size this time).

j. Always think before you speak.

k. Don’t stare, just be aware.

l. Always unwind after 5 days of work.

m. Don’t give unsolicited advice.

n. Always pray.

o. Don’t overdo it, you just do it.

p. Always pay.

q. Don’t delay.

r. Always help whenever, whatever, and however you can.

s. Don’t condescend.

t. Always thank those who help you.

u. Don’t eat red meat on weekend.

v. Always eat white meat (chicken and fish).

w. Don’t eat rice on the meal before you sleep.

x. Always commit to your commitment.

y. Don’t give unnecessary side comments.

z. Always follow these commandments.

PENCILicious

I’m doing Basic Skills Training for the Nth time for the Nth job… But as they say, when the going gets tough, the tough gets going…

Moving on, we had an essay activity wherein where we choose one out of three topics. I choose the topic that is more familiar to me. I chose “Explain three uses for a pencil besides writing.”

I can explain several uses for a pencil but I will cite the three uses that are charged to my experience and experimentation.

First use is as weapon of choice. I was in prep, the level after pre-school and before starting grade 1. One of my classmates stabbed my left hand between my middle and pointing fingers because he was furious and jealous that my other classmate gave me his stickers. We ended up at the principal’s office.

Next use is for personal leisure. When I was in high school, my best friend has a sister who relentlessly collects pencils in all shapes, sizes, and colors. She neatly placed her collection in a big canister. Curious, I asked my best friend why her sister collects them. She sarcastically commented,”She doesn’t have a boyfriend, that’s why.” After hearing that, I swore not to touch those pencils ever again.

The last use that I can think of is for gastronomic use. A pair of pencils can replace chopsticks during a sudden Asian take out at the office. But I would definitely think twice before using pencils because of the chance of getting sick due to lead poisoning.

Nevertheless, therefore I conclude that pencils should only be used in perpetuity for it’s intended use, that is for writing and drawing. Seriously!