Limerick

A Limerick consists of five lines.
The first line of a limerick poem usually begins with 'There was a....' and ends with a name, person or place.
The last line of a limerick is normally a little farfetched or unusual.
A limerick should have a rhyme scheme of aabba:

This means lines 1,2 and 5 rhyme and lines 3 and 4 rhyme.
Also, lines 1,2 and 5 should have 7 – 10 syllables and lines 3 and 4 should have 5 – 7 
syllables.
An example of a Limerick Poem by famous poet Edward Lear
'There was an old man with a beard Who said, 'It is just as I feared, Two owls and a hen A lark and a wren Have all built their nests in my beard!

-----------------------LIMERICKS I MADE-----------------------

There was a little pink fairy

Who yielded gifts in variety

A toy or a candy

Kids then are dandy

They behave coz of this fairy.

 There was a baron from Wellington

Who bought a keepsake in Houston

A black vintage frock coat

That costs a hundred groat

He flew back gaily in Wellington.

Living with Humility

Sometimes it makes me disheartened when someone makes me feel this way "Hey, you only reach that standing, you didn't have anything, so it's better to look us up." Even if they didn't put those into words, I could feel it, because I'm just a human, I am created to have feelings. Feelings not only for happiness but to be hurt as well.

It also makes me hurt when they tell me that "you and your family must envy us, because we had better things than you have. You don't have this, that, and those" Why did they have to include my family? It lets me think that, what and why should I envy? Is it their latest gadgets? Their state-of-the-art appliances? Do I have to bother myself with these things? Besides, it’s just earthly way of life. I always believe that as long as my family, my faith and my values are there, Our Father, will never let me perish.

I wished that people nowadays would remember that degrees, clothes, gadgets, and compensation are not the things measured on as a person, and how a person seeks with others, whoever and whatever you are. In the eyes of Father Almighty were all equal and the same, the way he created us, children of his.

To those people who know me, especially for those people I love and who love me: When time comes that fate agreed upon your plans. If you had have your life even better than before. Never ever forget those people who are the reason why you're there on your current standings, even they are good or harsh the way they deal with you. Never let the air to flow inside your head. Never let earthly desires defeat your innate values. I'm not saying this to upbraid but I really adore people who knew how to say thanks, and acknowledge gratitude. These abstract things, such as our faith, values, and love from family are the things that would never be taken away from a person.

Latest News and Trends: Just Smile and Click

In this era, Selfie is one of the trends that influence and conquer every human being's life. There are lot of Selfies; it may be a Selfie of your meal for that day, your pet, your new clothes, haircut, or anything under the sun that is new for the eyes.

Even Selfies become part of our lives in present day, nevertheless man could never ever forget his past. That's why throwback Thursday and flasback Friday was born, wherein someone reminisces their past life using photographs. That most often than not are taken using cameras that need films with limited shots(12, 24,36, 48) to be able to capture someone's most precious moment.

Today, as tablets, android phones, and photo enhancers applications invade us. Everyone now can make his or her self-portrait in an instant. The fun-part of making Selfies is that one can make faces. They can have happy, sad, or wacky poses that friends, families, loved ones or by your own can cherished and shared upon.

I also consider myself a Selfie captor. I believe that we don't need a bill that prohibits someone from taking photographs. I hoped that those bill authors be enlightened by the fact that there are other problems to focus on. Right?

It was one of the cheapest way we can indulge ourselves when there's free time and be a narcissist at some point of in our lives. But, being a Selfie captor, requires open-mindedness and limitations. Every captor must be responsible on what consequences they might face by their photographs.

As long as it doesn't violate someone's privacy. Feel free to take pictures of beautiful things.

As long as it doesn't contain malicious message particularly for stolen photographs. Feel free to click the camera.

As long as it doesn't disturb someone from doing his work, chores, and duties. Feel free to "say cheese".

As long as you ask permission upon capturing someone or something. Feel free to be a frustrated photographer. :)

Isn't it amazing? That after a day with negative vibes from your boss, a basher or a gossiper, we can still smile and click for a moment.

Isn't it cool? Even if we are stressed out by news about crimes and violence on our televisions, we can still smile and click for a moment.

Isn't it beautiful? Even if we are disheartened by calamities in every parts of the country, we can still smile and click for a moment.

That is one thing I'd love about Filipinos, smiling and optimists by mind, by actions, and most of all, by heart. so SMILE! CLICK!

Movie Review: "BRAVE" Bravery is All in the Heart

Brave is the first movie under Disney-Pixar with a female protagonist. it is made interesting with historical references and fantastical elements. the plot is similar to some of the famous mythical legends and epic battles that were passed on from generation to generation in Scotland.

Brave tells the story of Merida, a skilled archer who challenges destiny to change her fate. Merida is destined to be the next queen to reign their kingdom. her mother, Queen Elinor, is the main in-charge of changing Princess Merida into a modest lady. in contrast with what Princess Merida's character, she's bubbly, fierce and out-of-the-box type of princess.

Queen Elinor:And above all, a princess strives for...well, perfection!

Because of the unbearable rules of her mother, plus the fact that she was to marry one among three suitors chosen by her clan.Princess Merida soon got rid of her. She ride on her horse and control it as fast as she could. Then she found herself in woods where she discover a house filled with bear collections which is owned by a witch. Upon meeting the old witch, she begs her to make a magic spell which can change her mother. The result is a spell-bounded biscuit with disgusting taste.She let her mother ate that biscuit hoping for a change. In just a little time her mother change, but into a big bear. Immediately, Princess Merida return back to the woods to find the witch, but unfortunately the witch is will be gone for a long time. She just leave a message instructing Pricess Merida how to break the magic spell. She must remember these words; 'Fate be changed, look inside. Mend the bond torn by pride.' and say it with sincerity.

The movie weaves action, drama and a lot of humor into one grand adventure. The story is very catchy since Princess Merida led her life the way she wants it. She does not need a man to save her. She does not need anyone to change her life forever. I think it's about time that we watch a fairytale where the princess saves herself. Besides that, it is an emotional-filled film with important lesson in life. It takes a lot of courage to grow up and make your own fate. Bravery is all in the heart.

Though I believe in destiny, it doesn't mean that all things are destined to happened. We are the captain of our ships, we are the one who stirs the stirring wheel. We are the one who choose our pathway through our success or failure in life. We should not always depend our lives with destiny, fortune or luck. Remember that its always the self-upbringing, mindset and actions, why we become who and what we are in present and in future time. 

Politics: Still Hoping for a Long-term Solution

If you will be a lawmaker what would it be and why?

This is the question that was asked to me during my initial interview in Teleperformance(SM Masinag site).

Here's my answer:
I'm so sorry, but I don't believe them, we don't need too many politician to rule or to pass a bill. Our constitution have had too many laws that is not known by our fellow Filipino, especially the masses, who aren't educated. Lawmakers must educate Filipinos with the laws they implemented. Proper Education of our laws that's what I only wanted. And I think individuals must be resposible for themselves, they must not always put the blame on the government. We must still learn to work on our own.

Sadly, I wasn't hired, because I had grammar lapses(I just polished it for this blogpost), I stuttered and my answer to the second question (How to cook Adobo) was an EPIC FAIL! 

I will start my argument with my apologies. I know, some closest to mine might contradict my article. I'm sorry, but frankly speaking, my trust to politicians or what they called themselves "public servants" suddenly vanished. I voted once for senatorial and mayoral election, but I don't think I'll do it again in the future. Though we belong in third world countries, good thing, we are run by democracy. People are the main responsible whom they want to be our leader for 6 years above.

Every election we are dominated by the poorest among the poor. I'm really sorry for the term. Even right now, majority of the benefits and special treatment of the government are not for all taxpayers, but that's alright, as they say, we must help each other in progress. Now, in return to the taxpayers, they just wanted that the taxes they paid for go through the righteous government projects.

Honestly, I only got aware of these things when I was "forced" to register to become a voter. Mom told me that it is a privilege of every Filipino.

From my viewing lenses, in the vignettes of reality in the country, people just see short term solutions to answer poverty. It should not be like that. Or should I say never be like that. So, those TRAditional POliticians took advantage, they view medical and dental missions that they organized, as a cure to illnesses that poor Filipino people suffer. But I believe, our public hospitals must be improved, offer affordable yet effective medicines. Our nurses must be well-trained yet well compensated.

Here's another election scenario, every first week of June there's a long envelope filled with school supplies for elementary and highschool students, with a sticker labeled as "projects of kagawad .... " Government must train the teachers how to handle students, improve our public school facilities and the educational system per se.In fact- I was a product of public school system and I'm really proud of that, though I saw some flaws in the system. As I remember my basic Education years, most often than not, there is only one teacher for sixty students, three students sharing one book, a classroom that is inconducive to learning. Imagine, I studied in an urbanized area but still has a lot of issues to be filled with answers, so how about in rural areas. 

There are a lot of issues to answer but, for me, as a student, a wife of a taxpayer and a mother who does a budget management. We just wanted that the government spend tax money wisely, improve infrastructure and services, that way they improve the capacity and competitiveness of the Filipino workers to earn more to have a right budget(with their savings) that is suitable for every Filipino family. 

Looking forward- Someday, somehow I will be part of our workforce, I don't mind paying taxes but our leaders have to give it back to the needy. Education should be affordable, water should be subsidized as well as the electricity. The roads should be maintained and security among all Filipinos should be tightened so even if we walk after midnight on every corner of the country we will feel safe.

Nature: Nature's Power of Love

It's very soothing to see such wonderful creations. The leafy aroma it creates when mixed with air breeze. The green paint it produces for our surroundings. the fresh air it gives everytime we breathe. The joy it brings when they bear fresh fruits and lovely flowers. The symbolism it forms; that after the fall and winter, there will still be a season that gives God's creations a chance of warm and bright living.

Its uses that are unfathomable, given the fact that it comes from a seed, then it will undergone scientific processes to be able to thrive, survive and serve.

The mutual relationship between us are most often than not are defied. How unfair isn't it? We use them as food, medicines, household needs and the likes. But man didn't mind the  relationship within. From an environmental-conscious prospect, if you benefit from something, then it is a must to give something back in return. It may be in small or huge return, somehow it is always appreciated. The way God appreciates every man's effort.

They need us to be able to thrive, to survive and to serve us with their "gifts". Just like in love, there will be no development, if only one is capable of living, and the other is not. I believe these lovely creations have feelings and emotions too. They never wanted us to famish or perish from nature's involuntary revenge, they just wanted us to appreciate them and give thanks by helping them. Another picture of unconditional love from God for the humanity.

I wished that one day this humanity will realize its importance, it's "gifts" for the past, present, and future generation.They may come in different sizes, forms, classes, and uses, but for me, one thing is for sure. They are "gifts" from heaven that is needed to be preserve, cultivate and conceive like a child.

Free Verse Poem: With You, I am

This is a poem made by a fan. I solemnly dedicate this Free Verse Poem to one of my favorite musicians in this era- Owl City

Everyday of my life

All I can see are silhouettes

Hunting me, trying to put me down

Then I turn my radio on

Every lyric, beat, rhythm and tune is in the air

I see him! He smiled at me

He hold my hand and we run

He brought me to a place;

No a paradise, sunburn is never a problem
No need for dental care

And we take it all away

We became honey and the bee, mountaineer

As we say, hello Seattle!

Strawberry avalanche and tidal waves are a lot

But I've got something that won't die

It is my ember inside

And I don't have to try;

It's always a good time

O! I see, my hope is found

With him, I realized a lot

I am a treasure as gold

I am brighter than a shooting star above

I am Young