ENGLCOM media log

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MEDIA LOG 3

For many years media has always been a tool in expressing one’s feelings or one’s beliefs. Media today is so powerful that it can influence a lot of people even with just one article or one video. One of the many kinds of media that is very popular would be the ones found in the internet, most specifically music videos. For some artists, music videos are not only made for the publicity of their new single but also to send a message to the people. The song Roar by Katy Perry is one of my favorites, not only because of the good cinematography but also because of the message behind the song.

This song was written by Katy Perry herself, together with the same people who wrote her other hit songs. Katy Perry wrote this song after her therapy for her divorce with her ex-husband. She explains that she had gone through a lot, and that so many things happened ever since her last single. This is what she used to express herself, which also served as her come back. Some of the creative techniques used in the music video would the symbolism of the tiger as the people who are trying to destroy her, and how Katy Perry defeated and made the tiger fear her instead. The cinematography in the video is very commendable, in the sense that it followed a theme and that it was relevant in explaining the meaning of the song.

There is a possibility that some people might have different interpretations of the song, but they were clearly trying to send a message to the people. In this music video, it is expressed that even though there are some challenges that we come across in life it should never control us, because we are in charge of our lives. It is also promoting women empowerment, in the sense that Katy Perry is showing that not because she is a woman she is not allowed to share and express the things that she wants to say. The roar of Katy Perry in the music video symbolizes everything that she is finally free from everything that is holding her back.

Most of time these hidden messages in music videos or in any other media are being sent out to the people so that the society would be informed or reminded of these certain things. The media is a powerful tool is sharing messages like this since, media can be found almost anywhere. The good thing about this is that they are trying new creative ways of telling these messages which makes it more appealing to the public.

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Ria Isabell R. Cruz

2401 Taft Ave, Malate, Manila, 1004 Metro Manila

November 4, 2014

  Hon. Francis N. Tolentino

Council Chairman

Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA)

MMDA Building, EDSA corner Orense St., Guadalupe, Makati City

  Dear Council Chairman Hon. Francis N. Tolentino:

  One of the many pressing issues that we have today in country would be the problem in our traffic system. It is very challenging for a lot of students, especially the ones who commute, to be able to attend class on time every day. The students are not the only ones who are affected by this issue but all of the Filipinos who go to work. There are days that the traffic that I experience is unbelievable and also unbearable. One morning, me and my siblings woke up late for school, and so we ended up leaving the house at 6 o’clock. As a result, the roads were already congested and all of us were late for school. The next day we decided to leave earlier so that we can avoid the traffic and arrive in school on time, we left at around 5:30AM. And little did we know that 5:30AM was already late, and so we still experienced traffic. It is very ironic, because usually around this time people are still preparing for school or for work but now, I guess they all are worried about the traffic they might experience if they leave late.

 The government and the traffic enforcers has tried numerous traffic schemes so that this problem would be resolved, despite that nothing seems to work. I think the traffic schemes should really be analyzed and studied before implanting it, because most of the time the traffic schemes only makes it worse. Another factor that causes traffic would be the road constructions. I have nothing against roads being repaired, but what I’m bothered about is the time that they choose to reconstruct the road and how long it takes them to finish it. Rather than choosing the time where most motorists would not use the roads, they would choose where everybody needs to get out of the house. Lastly, the presence of traffic in most roads in Metro Manila implies the infectivity of the traffic enforcers who are in charge of the different posts. Rather than trying to prevent the traffic on the roads, they are more concentrated in catching the people with violations and getting extra money from the violators.

With all that said, the government needs to pay attention to these kinds of problems because it might lead to bigger ones. One probable solution is to make sure that the traffic schemes is well thought of, so that when it is implemented people will actually experience the traffic-free roads. Also, the training of the enforcers should be continuous so that their services will be done properly. It is not yet late for us to change, and have a better traffic and transportation system. I am looking forward that you will address this problem of the many citizens of Metro Manila.

Thank you for your time.

    Sincerely,

    Ria Isabell R. Cruz

Student, De La Salle University Manila

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AWESOME TRAVELS

For the past 17 years of my existence I have travelled a couple of places in the Philippines, places that we, Filipinos, should really be proud of. This includes visiting the beaches and safari in Subic, seeing the little creatures with big eyes in Bohol, experiencing the extreme and unique rides in Cebu also eating their ever famous Lechon, spending hours looking at the breath-taking views in Coron, swimming in the hot springs of Laguna, watching the sunset in Batangas with your teammates and lastly, having the chance to see the Mayon Volcano in Bicol up close, while eating their spicy Bicol Express. These are just some of the reasons why we Filipinos should be proud of our country. In these travels, I'm usually with my family or at times with my friends. I think it's my parents’ way of introducing us to the Philippines in a way that we would love our own country. These trips are usually during the summer because that's the only time that the whole family is available. I always look forward to travelling with my family and friends because it give me time to catch up with them, to bond with them, and also to make memories with every new adventure that we have. 

My personal favorite would be our trip in Coron, Palawan. It definitely exceeded my expectations, because of the beautiful beaches and sceneries, and also the hospitality we experienced while we were there. I got to visit different islands and beaches in Coron which was really relaxing since it was peaceful and not that crowded. I always thought that Boracay was the only place where there was white sand, but it turns out that Coron also offers these kinds of beaches with the addition of unique natural rock formations. Our tour guide took us on a detour to some of the islands and caves that are not yet famous but definitely worth the visit. The people who accommodated us were very hospitable, they would always make sure that we were having a good time and that we’d always have full and satisfied bellies. On this trip I also got the chance to be able to meet the Tagbanuas who lives there. Their ancestors passed on to them some of the islands in Coron, and so they are trying to take care of it even though a lot of tourists visit every year.

                I would definitely recommend Coron Palawan, for your next trip because it is not your usual white sand beaches and sceneries. Coron will also give you the stress reliever that you have always wanted. If you’re really fond of beaches Batangas is also a good place to visit since they have white sand beaches as well. If we’re talking about food, Cebu and Bicol would definitely be the places to go to. Cebu’s Lechon will make sure that you will go for round two, and the Bicol Express is the one for the heat seekers. You see, there is so much to see and discover in our country. If you’re thinking for your next destination for your trip, try to look up places in the Philippines first because as they say, it is more fun in the Philippines.