I have nothing to say, except that it’ll be our Final Examination Week next week. For this reason, I’ won’t visit and update my blog daily. I need time to review so that I’ll reap what I sow when the moment of truth comes. Pls. pray for me. Thanks.
CTRL ALT DEL = Windows Task Manager
I hope I can manage my task WELL.
It’s been monhs ago when we have tackled this lesson in our “English Proficiency Instruction I” class with Prof. Monje.The topic is about Sexism in the English Language which is based on the essay of Dr. Thelma Kintanar.
Why is that women are rendered invisible when we are referring to the general gender? There are several cases on which we can get simplified examples be it cliches or day-to-day conversations. For instance:
No man is an island.
The term “man” in the sentence obviously refers to both men and women. But to the miticulous eyes of English majors, this can signal inferiority to the women race. Also, the sentence gives a misleading impression whether it talks about man alone or both men and women.
In reality, women are treated unfairly not only in the field of language but also in other factors as well. Back in history, we learned that women are not given the same benefits that the state gives it male members. For example, only men can vote in the elections. Women are only treated as prorperties, which is a form of discrimination against them.
Sexism in the English language is only one of the many products brought to us by acculturation. The challenge to us, individuals, is to remedy this kind of problem in Modern English. Both genders must be given exactly the same respect. All along, we are one and the same because we are all created by God.
Internet acronyms became handy and popular especially in chat messaging. It provides a short but stylish way of stating something by replacing the original phrase with a couple of letters which is usually the first letters of each of words in the phrase. These are some of the most common acronyms used:
But have you heard about the internet acronym “WWW”? No, I’m not talking about “World Wide Web”. I’m talking about this story.
During our “Introduction to Philosophy and Ethics” class this morning, we discussed about St. Thomas Aquinas’s Natural Law and Immanuel Kant’s Categorical Imperative. Suddenly Prof. Deray, our instructor, uttered the letters “WWW” while stating an example. The whole class stopped. Then she explained the meaning of the acronym. Guess what? “WWW” actually stands for “What Went Wrong?”. We laughed as we learned the FYI. At the end of the class, we sang “Only Selfless Love”. We almost forgot that this is our last meeting for the subject on this semester. We had a couple of picture takings. We also told Prof. Deray that we’ll miss her.
It’s funny how acronyms can change a day.
You are wild, crazy, and a huge rebel. You’re always up to something.
You have a ton of energy, and most people can’t handle you. You’re very intense.
You definitely are a handful, and you’re likely to get in trouble. But your kind of trouble is a lot of fun.
You are well rounded, with a complete perspective on life.
You are solid and dependable. You are loyal, and people can count on you.
At times, you can be a bit too serious. You tend to put too much pressure on yourself.
You are full of energy. You are spirited and boisterous.
You are bold and daring. You are willing to do some pretty outrageous things.
Your high energy sometimes gets you in trouble. You can have a pretty bad temper at times.
You are fair, honest, and logical. You are a natural leader, and people respect you.
You never give up, and you will succeed… even if it takes you a hundred tries.
You are rational enough to see every part of a problem. You are great at giving other people advice.
You are friendly, charming, and warm. You get along with almost everyone.
You work hard not to rock the boat. Your easy going attitude brings people together.
At times, you can be a little flaky and irresponsible. But for the important things, you pull it together.
You are confident, self assured, and capable. You are not easily intimidated.
You master any and all skills easily. You don’t have to work hard for what you want.
You make your life out to be exactly how you want it. And you’ll knock down anyone who gets in your way!
You tend to be pretty tightly wound. It’s easy to get you excited… which can be a good or bad thing.
You have a lot of enthusiasm, but it fades rather quickly. You don’t stick with any one thing for very long.
You have the drive to accomplish a lot in a short amount of time. Your biggest problem is making sure you finish the projects you start.
You are usually the best at everything … you strive for perfection.
You are confident, authoritative, and aggressive.
You have the classic “Type A” personality.
You are truly an original person. You have amazing ideas, and the power to carry them out.
Success comes rather easily for you… especially in business and academia.
Some people find you to be selfish and a bit overbearing. You’re a strong person.
Katoto, magnilay-nilay ka sandali at isipin kung ano nga ba ang dapat isagot sa mga tanong na ito – mga tanong na pangkaraniwan ngunit sadyang napapanahon sa kalagayan, hindi lang ng sarili mo kundi pati na rin bansa mo.
ANO ANG MAS MAHALAGA?
Tanga mong puso o bayan mong sawi?
SINO ANG MAS NAKAKAAWA?
Ikaw na nabigo sa pag-ibig o ang mga batang lansagan na walang makain?
ANO’NG MAS KAILANGANG HANAPIN?
Damdaming tila naglaho o mga taong dinukot na lang bigla?
ANO’NG MAS KAILANGANG MAKAMIT?
Pag-ibig na sa iyo’y magpapaligaya o pagkakaisang magbubuklod sa lahat?
Maraming problema ang ipunan. Totoo ‘yan. Magdarama ka pa ba sa mga sarili mong kalungkutan?
Ito ang hamon sa iyo, sa akin, at maging sa kanya. Ito ang hamon sa Makabagong Kabataan.
After the long wait, I finally grabbed the opportunity to watch the music video of “Iiyak na Lang” by Calzada on Youtube. I was shocked to find out that Lito Camo is the vocalist of the group! I never really expected to see him on the video. But then, he is and that reason probably explains why I liked the song more. Anyway, here is the official music video of “Iiyak na Lang” by Calzada.
The end draws near and we can do nothing about it. After what seemed to be endless times we’ve spent together, we cannot escape the reality. “All composite things are doomed to extinction”, as Buddha says it. And now that we are about to be temporarily separated form each other, I would like to say thank you.
I entered college believing that from that day, I would be alone most of the time. I was informed that in college, you are on your own. If this were a fact, I’m happy to say that in our block, we never felt the same. In a short time, we felt a close bond to each other.
After months of hardwork and perseverance, we now harvest the fruits of our labor. We have to face the reality that not all of us are going to continue. Some will transfer, some will stay. But one thing is for sure: I won’t ever be ashamed that, once in my life, I became a member of PLM GEN – ED I – BLOCK 4; SY 2008 – 2009. Good luck and God bless in your journey, fellow block mates.