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This movie is one way for us, the youth, to learn about Philippines. The movie entitled "Bonifacio: Ang Unang Pangulo" is about Andres's life as a brother, husband, and father of the Katipunan. Also, there were two generations shown - one is the generation of Bonifacio, and the other, today's generation. I know that the latter generation needed to be shown for there are members of the youth who have little knowledge about Philippines' history. Commonly, the modern generation focused more on learning about technology rather than educating themselves about our ancestors and heroes.

The entire movie is about one of the renowned Filipino heroes, Andres Bonifacio. The movie began with the three priests famously known as the GOMBURZA trio, being excuted by garrote. The movie then showed the relation of Bonifacio to Rizal - he admired the latter for his written novels. Bonifacio is also known for his leadership; he was known as the Supremo. Some more details about him was shown but were not given that much attention.

The were some points that were shown as they were stated in several historical books; such as the death of Bonifacio, that of which is still a big question to historians. There were few books that state that he was stabbed, others state that he was killed by a gun shot, however, this movie tells us that he was stabbed and then finished off with a gun. With that being said, neither of us can fully state the truth - we can't just rely on the books, for not everything stated in there are truths.

It is a movie about Andres, and it is evident that it Bonifacio-biased. Everything that was shown was his good points: such as being a leader of the Katipunan whose ambition is to gain the freedom of our country by using the means of bloody revolution. The said theme was apparent in the scene when some Filipino Illustrados held the Tejeros Convention - where a board or committee will decide who will be the president of the Republic of the Philippines. Bonifacio was pronounced illegible of becoming the president for he didn't finish his studies - making him seem incapable of ruling. Yes, he was known as the Supremo, but when the convention happened; the Katipunan was losing to the Spanish soldiers. After the controversial convention was Bonifacio's imprisonment, for he was accused of planning to kill Emilio Aguinaldo - who won as the president, for the people thought he's more capable of ruling the Filipinos. Honestly, it was an absurd decision of Aguinaldo - what in god's green earth was he thinking. Maybe he was just too paranoid to lose the sovereign power. I think it's just an immature act to accuse someone who's innocent - maybe, Bonifacio seemed too dangerous but he wouldn't be the that type to kill Aguinaldo just because he lost the opportunity to gain the authority over the Filipino masses.

Each actor suited their roles such as Robin Padilla who played Andres Bonifacio, for he is known for his action star status way back then. Being the versatile that actor he is, Robin was able to carry out the tough Andres. He wasn't just that goon-looking guy who'd smoke and save a damsel in distress from the abductors, but Robin was able to show the bravery of Bonifacio. Also, Vina Morales played the role of Gregoria de Jesus, the lakambini of the Katipunan. The scenes where Bonifacio begged Gregoria's father for him to be able to be with her - crying in the process, made him look fragile; which contrasted his tough character. Once there was a part where his siblings were asleep and he stared at them as if they're the most precious thing he's left with. It warmed my heart when he swore to himself that he'd keep them safe from the wickedness of the Spanish sovereign. Lastly, when he knew about the relationship between his sister Nonay (played by Isabel Oli) and Teodoro Plata  (played by Richard Quan) - one of the founders of Katipunan, he was more than furious when he found out about it, but being the gentle and loving brother he was; sooner, Bonifacio agreed to their relationship.

The soldiers used the appropriate uniform - which were used during that time. The same goes for the priests that were executed, and the Spanish friar who's abusing his power by killing Filipinos who wanted justice. The setting shown justified the vintage and antique feeling. The province look was visible in: the house of Gregoria's family; second, the place where a Filipino was shouting rude stuff against a priest; third, the prison cell where Rizal and Bonifacio were imprisoned, the stony look of the place and the grills gave the ancient feeling; lastly, the house or barong-barong near the lake where Andres and Gregoria lived. The use of the script seemed realistic and it sounded ancient and it was hundred years way back. Also, the use of Spanish by the Spanish priest who also speaks in Tagalog seems amusing - for a moment, yet was too harsh for it was to insult Filipinos.

Overall, the movie was worth watching, yet their are some missing points. Like, why does it have to be Bonifacio's positive traits, but the movie never did show the negative traits of his. It's not that i'm comparing this movie with Heneral Luna, yet the latter showed Luna's negative points such as him being a coward, bastard and all but in this movie, every single thing was just to sugar coat Bonifacio's life.

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Catastrophe.

Darkness enveloped her frame; she was silently mourning. Every tears was heard, as each gushed through her visage. The noise was tasted - it was her non-stop weeps that tasted sorrow. The tears were heard from afar where I stood, as if it's the noisiest sound that has been created. It was when I realized that, I was her - and she was me. After all, I was just standing across the mirror. Staring blankly with my body feeling numb. My mind screaming "Why?" As the foreign liquid continuously and perpetually streamed down my face. The scent of disappointment filled the room. Each sob was felt; giving me goosebumps. Heaving nothing but a sigh through my dark orbs. @annereadsanddances

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A Dream Within A Dream by Edgar Allan Poe

The first stanza is about the persona being left by somebody else; second, was clearly - well, technically about the persona standing at the shore with a sand on his hand that he described pretty well. Poe described the wave pitiless on the 22nd line for it somehow swallow or cover the “golden sand” - that’s what he called it. While, the title itself seems deceiving but the truth is that the title means whether to believe what’s happening around us, real or not. Poe’s poems are commonly mysterious even the causse of his death is.

Let us now know the structure of the poem consists of two stanzas with an iambic meter and for example is line 16: How few! Also, there’s a line with an anapest meter. The scheme or pattern of the poem is  AAABBCCDDEE FFGGHHHII. Addition to it was the poem being a couplet with the two lines that rhymes.

The poem is abouta person who’s left by someone else while the second stanza is about the confirmation if is true or not. Even if the two stanza has two settings and somehow they differ in terms of the meaning, Poe was still able to connect the two. The reason why I chose this poem for it is fun to listen with even if it sounds monotonous yet the message of the poem was more than it’s structure.

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All About the Youth

The common denominator of the short story “Footnote to Youth” and the poem “When I Was One and Twenty” is that both of them infer the reality about an average youth’s life. We all become mindless about the possible consequences of our actions when we reach our adolescent stage; wherein the only saying that we probably hold on to is “carpe diem”. Both of the two pieces of literature that were mentioned showed the youth’s penitence towards the mistakes they have committed after doing something they did not clearly mind about. We could clearly see in the main character of the short story that the boy felt guilt deep down after he had done something wrongchose the wrong decision, thinking it is the best thing. While in the poem, however; the last stanza happens to also show how the persona regretted not following what the man has told him/her.

My opinion or shall we say point of view towards youth coincide with the truths that the two pieces of literature showed. Everyone goes through this stage; and we all make mistakes, so it is truly inevitable that there are events in life wherein we do something stupid and end up regretting doing such. It’s like answering a test paper wherein you are not allowed to erase anything, so you have to think carefully first before answering; or else, you’ll end up realizing what the correct answer was, when you’ve already chosen or shaded the wrong letter - this is really an epitome of stupidity. It is realy disappointing that even if we commit the same mistakes, we still tend to do it over and over again and never learn from it.

These two pieces are just a few of the many examples of literature containing a  powerful message that we all could reflect on adn learn from. It is truly fascinating how these two masterpieces differ in a lot of forms when we talk about the construction of the piece, but when it comes to the message that the piece is trying to imply; they are both similar and are factual. These works could serve as our guide in our life as a part of the youth. We, the youth, should never be allured with what we see, read, hear and especially , what we feel. The main lesson of these two pieces is that we are to listen to what our elders say, for they have experienced a lot more than we have at this point in time.

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Opposition Whip

Euthanasia or also known as physician assisted suicide is legalized in countries such as Belgium and Switzerland for people who are 18 years of age above while in Netherlands it is legalized for people who are 12 years of age and above. Regardless of the terminally ill patient’s age, eunthanasia must not be legalized. It only send fear to children who are diagnosed as terminally ill. In the Philippines, euthanasia is highly discarded by the Catholic Church fot it is against the law of the church. According to the Cathechism of the Catholic Church, “All forms of suicide and euthanasia remain strictly prohibited, instead, terminally ill patients must be helped to live normal as possible.

There are few types of euthanasia and one is non-voluntary euthanasia that really violated human rights or simply the right to live of the terminally ill patients. Speaking of rights, death is a private matter and if there is no harm to others, the state and other people have no right to interfere(someone else’s life)

All human rights are to be valued, irrespective of age, sex, race, religion, social statusor their potential to live. And, be legalizing euthanasia it would only mean that some lives of terminally ill patients are worthless.

Hospitals are leading to less good care for terminally ill patients and also, the doctor and nurses undermines their commitment to save lives. One reason why euthanasia are claimed to be benefitial it’s because of the poverty in our country and that’s really not a good idea because it would discharge the research for the new cure and treatments for terminally ill patients. Palliative care is physical, emotional and spiritual care for a dying person when cure is not possible. Lastly and importantly, doctors must not play God.

PRESSURE, terminally ill patients are pressured to choose euthanasia for they think that it is the only possible way to escape pain. Lastly, increasing numbers of neglected elderly people by their damilies is another issue that is connected to euthanasia that also needs to be stopped.

And with that we rest our case.

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Starvation is everywhere.

The essay is about world hunger, based on the title of the essay itself. The author used persuasion and conviction fairly. The author started the essay with a question to persuade the reader to continue on reading the essay; questions about the topic is one thing that catches one’s attention, just like how attention-getting headings/headlines work, it did with me. The author then on started to exchange the use of persuasion and conviction as he/she went through the essay. The author aimed to get us, the readers, attached, and it definitely worked on me. The reason why I found the essay interesting was because it was balanced, you can’t just believe something with just pure emotions, you also need to find facts for you to fully believe it. We, the people, must not be foolish; believing in some famous frauds that seem to be true, yet truly they’re not. I was more than satisfied after reading the essay. And, I asked myself: am I one of the people who remain ignorant of the happenings in their surroundings?

 After the author started the essay with pure persuasion, she mentioned a fact; which is the population of the starving people around the globe. This I found alarming, for pete’s sake, it is 925 million--not just hundreds, nor thousands, but millions. And, I was taken aback with the statement: “It hurts to think about all of those people that do not make it through the night because of not having any food.” 

 I know how hard it is not to eat; even just by skipping a meal, it irks a person because he/she can’t function well.  What more with the people who are not able to eat the whole day? I don’t know why but I liked the fact that the author stated the meaning of hunger that came from Oxford English Dictionary. The author also indicated several means to eliminate hunger of many. 

 Like how the story cycle goes, the climax reveals the problem of the story and that's what the author did. She talked about and focused more on the problem. The whole world--or maybe most of the part of the world--are ignorant of the starvation of many. If people are aware, they wouldn’t be spending too much on things that are not useful at all and would think twice about wasting food. We may not notice it, but reality happens that the little things we do, like not finishing our food and just get rid of the still edible leftovers are just two of the reasons why starvation is like a contagious disease that keeps on spreading and spreading. If only we pay attention to little things that will turn to huge things, we can stop it from spreading. And, that’s what the author’s message is: we must act to stop starvation.

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Photo bombs

Photo bombs are labeled as the narrative of surreptitious sabotage just like the famous Torre de Manila and the pylon that both created controversies as they were built. Nakpil, the first national artist who made the pylon received a lot of critics about the construction he made. Even the Torre de Manila received a lot of bashful reactions from citizens and netizens, hatred is what brought by the building not an attraction just like what citizens and higher officials complained about the pylon. The issue about the Torre de Manila was about it being an eyesore behind Rizal’s monument that it affected the integrity of the sight of his monument for the management of the building violated and exceeded from the contract on building the condominium.

About the whole selection that tackled the issue about the photo bombs with Rizal’s monument standing in Luneta where he was said to be executed at and it is considered one of the historical spots that needs respect and proper treatment for it symbolizes our country and love for the national hero, Jose Rizal. Rizal’s monument is a historical construction that must be given importance and courtesy for he is considered the most influential and famous Filipino since then. The monument is not Jose Rizal’s wish yet he is Jose Rizal and not only an ordinary one but he is one of the saviors of the independence of the country.

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Psalm for Helen

As the moon lit up the darkness, I started to have a glimpse at a fallen angel. I take a gander at her divinity and become enamoured by a mixture of anxiety and joy. Her cheeks is so wonderfully soft and smooth as if they were created by the gods and goddesses. I don’t know if its the way she caresses her hair with her soft and tenderly hands or how the luscious silk fabric slid across her skin that makes everything in her defy the beauty of a goddess and there she glanced unto the bushes where I stood, eyes as blue as the Caribbean sea all fixed on me. It stares into my soul that gives me shivers to my spine and oh, her hair as golden as pure honey , as bright as the sun, and as fierce as the ocean. Skin as white as the moon and lips as red as rose. With that, the god of love himself struck my pure, innocent ,endearing heart and in a split second, I knew she bewitched my body and soul.

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“The face that launched a thousand ships..”

 Dear tenth- graders  (or, fine, seniors ^^) 

Details of Mini- task #2. 

As an accomplished writer and honorary citizen of Greece, you are asked to read excerpts from your Pulitzer- winning book “An Ode to the Most Beautiful Woman in the World” in the annual Gynakratia festival. You are then to write a short description about Helen describing her beauty accompanied by a simple sketch or series of sketches as a book signing event and exhibit are also held to put on display all of your revered works about Greek mythology. Your work will be graded according to content, organization of ideas , grammar and mechanics (see page 14 of your textbook for the rubric). You will read this description as you present your sketch in class. Make sure to use sensory impressions and observe correct grammar in writing your description.

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Priorities

It all started when Jun got promoted to a higher position. See, Jun here, like any other man, has a family of his own. Of course, all he wanted was the best for them, so he worked as hard as he could. But because he loved his work too much, he neglected his family and forgot that all that he was doing was for them. This bad decision led to his family falling apart.

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Once upon a time,a few mistakes ago, Kim lost herself out of a foolish love the girl and made a bad decision.Few weeks later,He started to regret his decision and he wanted to go back with Kim. Unfortunately,it’s too late for him to come back because Kim is so done with him.She may have lost him but she found herself.

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Ray

There is a man who’s been sitting here in Manila Bay all day, his name is Ray. He’s been thinking about all possible ways to make up his day, for his lover left his heart to decay. Mae found a boy named Jay. Ray wanted to say goodbye to everyone, especially to Mae. There’s nothing that should be paid, except for loyalty to be obeyed.

- Lenard, Ellien, Rana, Michelle, Gia, Krisitan ☺

Ms. annereadsandwrites ☺

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Remorse

Everyone knows that Joseph is committed to someone but then, fate suddenly changed everything between them. Arguements and misunderstandings disturbed their world and these two things became the reason why Joseph searched for a better replacement of his girl. The girl suddenly knew that Joseph was cheating on her. Joseph left the girl without any explanation. After the break up, Joseph realized that he still loves her but the girl is already happy with someone else and so, it finally hit him that their relationship was officially over.

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The Inimitable One

The world has lots to give such as fascinating sights, countries and all - but, there is a place that is indeed enthralling and is considered one of the flamboyant, must-visit places. If you are to find a place where you can have your odyssey from one place to another, and to experience new things that I'm probably sure that you are to encounter when you'll pay this place a visit. It also has a diversity of opportunities to offer - namely, historical spots and enormous in numbers, their literature, where they're both abundant in. Without any doubt, I could say that if you are going to visit, in the absence of exaggeration, your heart will certainly be captivated with the most ravishing among all. There is no other place worthy of your visit than Greece, the inimitable one. 

How well do you know Greece? Have you heard about its capital city? What about its climate? Lastly, how about the sights and their work of art? A-ha! You came to the right place to know more about the great and almighty, Greece.

The capital city of Greece is Athens - where you can find almost everything you need and must see. It's like an one-stop shop, isn't it? Among those must-see sights is the remains of Parthenon, which stands in the heart of Acropolis - main landmark of Athens. 

The climate is one factor to consider, too, if you are to travel in one place. Greece possesses a desirable climate. There are seasons when it comes to the accommodations that came along with the temperature that affects the climate. First, low season - hotels and restaurants shut down; especially the one that are on islands. Accommodation costs up to 50% off. The temperature drop down causing Athens and Crete to snow - this season occurs every October to March. Second, accommodations drops at 20% off. Meanwhile, the temperatures are milder. There are few crowds to account when you travel. This season occurs at April to September. Lastly, the high season when you can have a dilemma either on transportation or accommodations, for it is plentiful. Fortunately, there is a solution to the said dilemma - and these are as follows but, first and foremost, everyone knows about this and I quote: "First come, first serve." It would be more efficient, problem-free and worry-less trip, if you'll book a trip beforehand and hold a reservation on the hotel you desired to stay while indulging yourself or if you are with your family, to Greece. High season often occurs in the months of May to August and when it's the Eastern Festival, one of the most extravagant festivals in Greece. 

Outstanding examples of sights are the Myrtos beach - one of the top ten beaches of Greece for it has lots of wonderful sights and activities that are as follows - a great site for snorkeling, astonishing waves and the steep cliffs that makes it the most picturesque in Greece. The second ravishing sight is the Ionian Island - see the picture above. The last is the ruins all over Greece. 

Culture 

Greece is well known for its plentiful and huge in numbers of ruins that both shows their culture and literature. We contemporary generation are allured with Greece - how they meticulously built temples and other ancient buildings. Captivating it is to see how ancient things are still able to attract people even though those are the remains of the ruined historical sites and were still able to last longer than buildings that arise now a days. Based from what I learned about Greece is that, their culture is rich with lots of things such as virtues, justice and beliefs. Greeks has four cardinal virtues: courage, temperance, justice and wisdom. In fact, they are still observing these and also the philosophies that arise along. Greeks' culture consists of them fighting for their freedom and that stands for their justice, for their rights and therefore, they are obedient enough to follow their own made laws. Beliefs of Greeks are indeed interesting - they do believe in myths that they have created Greek mythology. Second belief is that men are supposed to be superior than women for men are witty and have the wisdom to govern as they are born and raised to be warriors and leaders. Democracy is also from ancient Greeks. Those are some examples of Greeks' culture. If you wish to know more, go to Greece and find it yourself. 

Literature 

As mentioned previously, the historical sites in Greece are their work of art. Greeks have the most incredible literature or architecture among others and they have lots of them. Now, all the historical sites are incomplete or simply it's only the remains of the those yet, it didn't make it hideous to look at and instead, it was more than exquisite. One example was the remains of Parthenon which was previously mentioned; a monument of Classical Greek civilization. It was built back when it was the Golden Age of Pericles - well-known Athenian statesman; Parthenon was originally to be built for Athena, an ancient Greek goddess. Parthenon was destroyed during Persian Wars. Years passed, Parthenon is used as Christian church and Muslim mosque. It was heavily damaged in 1687 - conflict between Ottoman Empire and Venetians. Now, it is one of UNESCO's World Heritage site. In fact, Greece has lots of poets that are as inimitable as Greece itself. One example is Homer that has created epic poems and another example is Pindar. It would be more grateful if you, yourself, have seen it. 

Come and visit the inimitable one, Greece.