Something to thank Him for…

The past few days have been super super stressing for me on almost all ends of my life. School cramming since finals is a month away and all teachers are scheduling special or make-up classes to cover the required readings and lessons for the exam. Work is fully-loaded on trying to reach the goal. Brother bugging on celphone line. Pray and support on Bebe’s job training. And many other concerns to deal with. But a recent event wiped off all the stress.

My application for scholarship was granted! (on the condition that I maintain a QPI of not lower than 82%; note: 85% qualifies for dean’s list…so it is a challenge) The scholarship grant was partial, but that still means a lot to me.

I’ve been applying for scholarship since college and God knows how hard it is to accomplish the forms, on top of the regular school load that I had to attend to. To be honest, I wasn’t expecting that this application will be granted, since I’m used to being rejected with my applications at the Loyola school because of my dad’s income tax return (ITR). But as the saying goes, ‘never say die’….’try and try until you die’…I tried my luck last semester and applied for a scholarship (using my own ITR, since I support my own studies and since dad has retired). And to my surprise, I got the approval of my application yesterday.

This only shows the power of prayer, patience, and of God. So for those who so want something in their life, don’t lose hope…He’s just waiting for the perfect time. And don’t be afraid to try! Be patient and bug Him every now and then with what you’re praying for. (Marunong din ciang makulitan..hehe)

As closing, I’ll share the Memorare prayer to the Immaculate Mother. This prayer has been my comfort prayer and refuge in times of distress. I recite this every after personal prayer until I memorized it. Here it goes:

Remember O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known, that anyone who fled to your protection, implored your help, and sought your intercession was left unaided. Inspired with this confidence, I hasten to you O Virgin of Virgins, my Mother. To you I come, before you I stand, sinful and sorrowful. O Mother of the world incarnate, do not despise my petition, but in your mercy (Lord), hear and answer me. Amen.

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The beauty of a Chinese Eye!

If you can’t seem to make sense of the image…try checking it out while pulling your eyes sideways, like a chinese’ eyes. It’s cool, try it out!

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It’s been a while…

Yesterday, I had my last exam for the midterms…whew! The past few days (or should I say weeks), was really tough for me. I would wake up at around 3am to be at the office by 4am…so that I can leave the office by 1pm (after 9 working hours, including the break), to go directly to school for a 3:00 exam. The brain-excruciating exam would last for around 2 hours, and I would normally arrive home by 6:30 to 7:00 pm. Eat, chill, and sleep to wake up by 3:00 am for the next day of work and another exam.

Most people who knew about my schedule and what I’ve been doing with my life is left at an awe, with how I balance everything (work, law school, family, and, of course, love life). And I would often say, ‘well, that’s life…I have no choice!’. But the truth is that I do have a choice…and I chose this life…I am happy (period).

Yesterday, on the way home, a classmate of mine shared a thought, raised to him by the HR who interviewed him for a supposed job. He says, “if a rabbit keeps on chasing two carrots at the same time, it will definitely end up either losing one or, worse, losing both”. And I agree with him…everything has its own limits. We can only push ourselves as far. But the more that I realize now how blessed I am. (more…)

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Is ‘Legal Writing’ writing legal?

Legal Writing is defined by Wikipedia as ‘a type of technical writing used by legislators, lawyers, judges, and others in law to express a legal analysis of legal rights and duties.’ While my professor discusses that Legal Writing is employed specifically to secure a relief, to give opinion to a specific question of law, or for direct personal recourse, which may be defined according to (1) who is the user, and (2) what is its use. Legal Writing is distinguished from other forms of writing with its citation to authority, importance of precedents, use of vocabulary, and form/procedures in writing.

Legal writing is known for being well-cited. Its claims are always anchored to law, jurisprudence, customs, and other standards that support its viability. A person in law would employ a standard for every event. This feature also serves as the root for the concept of stare decisis and res judicata, whereby a formerly settled principle of law is protected from disturbances, except upon a new judicial order or decision. That is, the value of precedents.

Another feature of legal writing is its unique vocabulary. Legal writing uses a variety of words, from specialized words, to everday words, to archaic words, to loan words. A legal writer must have a chest of vocabulary at hand.

And lastly, the form of writing. Legal writing follows a basic form yet a unique formulation. Going on with the procdures, there are 3 basic steps in legal writing: (1) Pre-writing, (2) Writing, and (3) Post-writing. (more…)

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Hip Hop International 2007 (World Finals)

Philippine All Stars (2006 1st placer) placed 3rd

Kaba Modern (short for Kababayan or fellow Filipino) placed 2nd

Eclectik from Trinidad and Tobago placed 1st

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The Internet Marketing Bootcamp: Learn the Industry Trends

In recent years, the Internet has become a potent tool for selling products or services. It has also opened employment and income-generating opportunities to many Filipinos. So much so, Internet marketing has become the latest buzzword in the online sphere.

A series of seminars aims at sharing basic information on the creative and technical aspects of Internet Marketing. The “Internet Marketing Bootcampâ€? will run for six consecutive weeks from January 26 to March 1, 2008. Each session will be held from 8 a.m. to 12 noon at RCC Center, Shaw Boulevard, Pasig City. (more…)

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‘Despite’ vs. ‘Inspite of’

On a legal writing class, a classmate of mine had a debate with our ‘judge’ professor regarding the proper use of the words despite and inspite of. Of course my classmate lost the debate in class since he had to submit to the judge’s ruling (hehe!) but he can’t just get over the issue so he posted in our block’s yahoogroups an article explaining the difference between the two words, and here it goes…

“The difference between the two expressions has to do with the way the set of circumstances preceding an event is related to what follows the event. An example or two will make the point clear. 1. In spite of a good monsoon prices have not come down. 2. Despite a heavy downpour, thousands turned up to hear the Prime Minister.

In both the cases, given the preceding situation, what happens is surprising. This is what is shared by the two expressions and this is what has prompted dictionary makers to treat them as synonymous and gloss one in terms of the other.

But there is a difference. In (1) the preceding situation was such as to ensure (or make likely) a positive outcome. But this did not happen. The monsoon was good but prices did not come down. In (2) the situation preceding is such as to suggest a negative outcome. But what actually happened is something positive. A heavy downpour should keep people away. But thousands turned up to hear the Prime Minister.”

This might get handy later on in life…so the lesson is: “Don’t argue with a judge, (you’ll never win) especially when she is your professor!” heheheh…cheers!

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The Funky USAP scandal

Here’s what happens at the office, when the bossings are not around…[joke...the bossings are also involved in this scandal...hahahaha!]

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Brokeback is dead

Heath Ledger, actor of Brokeback, died at an early age of 28 due to overdose of over-the-counter sleeping medication.

Ledger’s acting career started out with a mere elective drama class until he came into the limelight in 1999 and became known as ‘pretty boy’. His first break was in the movie Blackrock, ‘a teen angst film about one boy’s struggle when he learns his best mate raped a girl’.

His acting skills brought him fame. He was nominated for Oscar and Academy Award. The recent nomination being, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in the film Brokeback Mountain, a romantic movie between two cowboys. He also won an International Award for the category of Best Actor on the same movie.

Yesterday, Jan 23 (Tues), the housekeeper was about to wake him up and he was found dead in the bedroom of an apartment owned by the actress Mary-Kate Olsen. Reports say, “This is being looked at as a possible overdose, but that is not confirmed yet.”

This is indeed a great loss of a fine artist to the industry. May his family and friends accept the sudden and tragic event. May Heath Ledger’s soul rest in peace.

More Philippine Entertainment News here.

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2008 Holidays per RA 9242

Below is a list of the different Holidays for the year of 2008. Take note that some of these holidays are moved on a Monday, in pursuant to Pres. Gloria Macapagal Arroyo’s RA 9242 also known as “Holiday Economic Policy“.

January 1 - New Year’s Day
March 20 - Maundy Thursday
March 21 - Good Friday
April 7 - Araw ng Kagitingan (in lieu of April 9)
May 5 - Labor Day (in lieu of May 1)
June 16 - Independence Day (in lieu of June 12)
August 25 - Ninoy Aquino Day (in lieu of August 21)
August 25 - National Heroes Day
October 1 - Eid’l Fitr (to be confirmed by the OMA)
November 1 - All Saints Day
December 1 - Bonifacio Day (in lieu of Nov. 30)
December 25 - Christmas Day
December 29 - Rizal Day Monday nearest December 30
December 31 - Last Day of the Year

The said economic policy aims to provide a longer weekend break for employees and an undisrupted working week for businesses/employers. Well, poor for me, my work is on Tues to Sat. So I dont get double pay or at least a pay without work for said holidays because of the said schedule and policy. hehehe.

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