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❗This photo is my original work (oil pastel on paper)

Pwede na ba ang tira?

By: Princess Charm Colibao Credo

Grade 12-Malikhain

Maingay ang buong paligid. Punong puno ang aming bahay ng mga dekorasyong na may iba't ibang kulay at maririnig ang tawanan ng aking mga kamag-anak. Kaarawan ko ngayon. Isang mahalagang milestone sa aking buhay. Bilang may kaarawan, nakaupo ako sa pinakadulo ng mahabang hapag-kainan, naghihintay at umaasa na sa pagkakataong ito, maramdaman ko ang tunay na selebrasyon.

Sa kabilang dulo ng mesa nakaupo ang aking Tito, sya ang pinakasikat at pinakapinapahalagahan sa aking mga kamag-anak. Hawak niya ang isang malaki, bilog, at napakagandang cake. Puno ito ng makukulay na frosting, mga disenyong gawa sa asukal, at dekorasyong nagsasabing "Happy Birthday Charm". Tinitigan ko iyon mula sa aking pwesto, para sa akin ang cake na iyon.

Ngumiti ang aking Tito at ipinasa ang cake sa kanyang katabi. Ngunit, bago ito ipasa, bumati muna ito saakin. Humiling siya ng swerte para sa akin habang dahan-dahang humihiwa ng maliit na parte ng cake at nilagay sa kanyang plato. "Para sa serbisyo," bulong niya sa sarili bago iurong ang bandehado.

Ipinasa niya ito sa kasunod. Ang tumanggap ng cake ay isang kamag-anak na kilala sa mabubulaklak na salita. Habang hawak ang kutsilyo, tumingin siya sa akin nang diretso sa mata, nakangiti na abot tainga.

"Huwag kang mag-alala, pamangkin!" wika niya nang malakas upang marinig lahat ng nakaupo sa mesa. "Gagawin natin lahat para maging maganda ang buhay mo ngayong taon. Tutulungan kita sa lahat ng kailangan mo, sagot kita!"

Subalit, habang binibigkas nya ang mga pangakong iyon, bumaon ang kutsilyo sa cake. Isang dambuhalang hiwa ang kinuha niya. Malaki, matakaw, at walang pag-aalinlangan. Inilagay nya ito sa kanyang plato, at kasabay ng kanyang pag-upo ay ang pagkawala ng orihinal na hugis at ganda ng cake.

Nagpatuloy ang ikot sa mahabang hapag. Bawat kamag-anak na humawak nito at may kani-kaniyang kwento, kani-kaniyang katwiran, at kani-kaniyang malakas na pagbati sa akin. Pero kasabay ng matatamis na salita ay walang humpay na pagbawas. Ang bawat hiwa ay mas malaki kaysa sa nauna. Ang bawat subo ng mga nakaupo ay tila mas matakaw. Ang mga makukulay na dekorasyong nagpatingkad sa ibabaw ng cake noong simula ay isa-isang naglaho sa mga plato ng mga taong nakaupo sa unahan at gitna ng mesa.

Habang papalapit ang cake sa dulo ng mesa, sa pwesto kung saan ako nakaupo, unti-unting nawawala ang ingay sa aking pandinig. Napalitan ito ng isang kakaibang bigat sa aking dibdib. Napanood ko kung paano ang mga taong dumalo sa aking kaarawan para "magdiwang" ay pumunta para lamang busugin ang sarili nilang mga tiyan.

Nang sa wakas ay makarating sa akin ang plato, biglang nanahimik ang hapag-kainan. Tumingin sila sa akin, naghihintay ng aking reaksyon.

Ang dambuhala, maganda, at pinalamutiang cake ay wala na. Ang natira na lamang sa harap ko ay isang kakarampot na piraso, isang basag na tinapay, may kaunting frosting na halos mumo na lang. Hindi ito sapat para makabusog. Hindi ito ang inaasahan kong cake na nakita ko sa kabilang dulo ng mesa.

Tiningnan ko ang maliit na piraso, pagkatapos ay tumingin ako sa kanila na kasalukuyan nang nanginginig ang mga panga sa pagnguya.

Huminga ako ng malalim habang inilulubog ang kandila sa kakarampot na cake at sinindihan...sana sa pag-ihip ko sa apoy na ito, hindi lang usok ang maiwan sa hangin, sana mapagtanto nila na ang tira-tira ay hindi pwedeng 'pwede na' dahil kailanman ay hinding hindi magiging sapat ang pwede na!

❗This photo is AI generated

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"As a student, I have ambitions, goals, and dreams that I want to achieve in my life."

My name DENNIS MALONG ARGA and I am working hard in my studies so that I can finish my education and take up Psychology in college. Like many young people, I study for my future. My family depends on me, and I am doing my best to complete my high school education. As a Grade 12 student, I am now close to graduating and entering college.

On the first day of school, I felt both excited and nervous. It felt like I was taking my first step into something new, and I kept asking myself if I could handle it. I still remember that during the first day of classes, I hardly spoke to anyone, not even my classmates. Everything felt unfamiliar, and I promised myself that I would not socialize much because I wanted to focus on my studies.

However, during the second week of classes, I realized that being quiet did not suit me. It did not feel like the real Dennis. I am naturally cheerful, playful, energetic, and talkative. I thought that since I was already in Grade 12, I should become more mature and serious. But I learned that I can still focus on my studies while being myself. That is why I eventually became more comfortable around my classmates.

One of the reasons why I am studying hard is because I want to take Psychology in college. I believe this course will help me understand and assist people with autism, especially my nephew who has autism. As his cousin, I feel sympathy for him, and I want to help improve his life. I also hope that someday I can support my aunt by reducing the expenses needed for therapy through the knowledge and skills I gain from this field.

Honestly, I have two dream careers. The first is Psychology, which I see as an important step in my journey. My ultimate dream is to become an attorney. I want to help people, especially those in city jails who may be innocent or who cannot afford a lawyer to defend them. I want to stand up for those who have no one to fight for them in court. I do not want to become a lawyer just for money. Instead, I hope to work for the government, where I can serve the public and help those who need legal assistance the most.

That is why I am doing my best in school. I want to have a good career and a better life in the future. People often say that the youth are the hope of the nation. I believe that is true. However, for me, young people are not only the hope of the nation but also the hope of their families.

In my case, my family depends on me. My older brother is no longer with us. He is not studying anymore, and we do not know where he is. It is painful when someone you love so much is far away from your family, and you do not know how they are doing. I often wonder if he is safe, if he is eating properly, if he has a comfortable place to sleep, and if he is doing well. Many people ask me where he is and whether we have found him, but I do not know the answers to those questions.

Now, I am the one who remains beside my parents. I know that one day, my family will depend on me. They believe that I can help lift them out of hardship because they have no one else to rely on but me. This is why I continue to work hard and study diligently.

I promise myself that I will keep going no matter how difficult life becomes. I will do everything I can to finish my education. I will achieve my goals before thinking of my own comfort. I will fulfill the promises I made to my parents. As a young person, I promise myself that I will become a successful man who can make his family proud.

No matter how many years of struggle I must endure, I know that all of my hard work will eventually lead to positive results. Someday, I will become a successful man. I will become a psychologist, and in the future, I will also become an attorney.

Psychologist today, Attorney tomorrow. ⚖️🧑‍⚖️

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Hindi Pare-pareho ang Paglago ng Bawat Tao

Hunyo 28, 2026 - Linggo

"Minsan, ang mga salitang pinakamahirap kalimutan ay nanggagaling pa sa mga taong pinakamamahal natin."

Mahal kong Talaarawan,

Linggo ngayon. Tahimik ang bahay, at sa wakas ay nagkaroon ako ng oras para huminto sandali at pag-isipan ang mga bagay na matagal nang nasa isip ko.

Habang nakaupo ako kanina, naalala ko na naman ang mga pagkakataong ikinumpara ako sa ibang tao. Minsan ay sa pinsan ko dahil mas palakaibigan siya kaysa sa akin. Minsan naman ay sa mga kaklase ko dahil mas matataas ang kanilang marka o mas may kumpiyansa silang humarap sa ibang tao.

Alam kong hindi iyon sinasabi ng mga magulang ko upang saktan ako. Naniniwala akong gusto lamang nila ang pinakamabuti para sa akin. Gayunpaman, sa tuwing naririnig ko ang mga salitang, "Bakit hindi ka maging katulad niya?", hindi ko maiwasang masaktan.

Tahimik lang akong nakikinig at kunwari ay ayos lang ang lahat. Pero kapag mag-isa na ako sa aking silid, doon ko lang nararamdaman ang bigat ng mga salitang iyon. Napapaisip ako kung kulang ba talaga ang ginagawa ko o kung may mali ba sa pagiging ako.

Noong nandito pa ang ate ko, siya ang madalas kong takbuhan kapag mabigat ang pakiramdam ko. Hindi niya ako kinukumpara sa iba. Pinakikinggan lang niya ako at lagi niyang ipinapaalala na sapat ang ginagawa ko. Simula nang mawala siya, parang may nawala ring bahagi ng sarili ko. Wala na akong taong madaling mapagsabihan kaya mas pinipili ko na lang na kimkimin ang lahat.

Isa akong taong likas na tahimik. Hindi ako sanay na sabihin agad ang lahat ng aking nararamdaman. Marahil ay dahil dito, hindi nakikita ng ibang tao ang mga laban na tahimik kong hinaharap araw-araw.

May mga pagkakataong inisip kong baka kailangan kong baguhin ang sarili ko para lamang matanggap at maipagmalaki. Ngunit habang mas lalo kong ikinukumpara ang sarili ko sa iba, mas lalo kong nakalimutang pahalagahan ang sarili kong pag-unlad.

Ngayon, habang tahimik akong nagmumuni-muni, may isang bagay akong napagtanto.

Ang mga taong ikinukumpara sa akin ay may sarili nilang landas. May sarili rin akong landas na dapat kong tahakin. Hindi pare-pareho ang bilis ng pag-unlad ng bawat tao. Lahat tayo ay may kanya-kanyang kakayahan, kahinaan, at panahon upang umunlad.

Marahil ay hindi ko kailangang maging katulad ng iba upang magkaroon ng halaga. Hindi ko kailangang patunayan ang sarili ko sa pamamagitan ng paghahambing. Ang kailangan ko lamang ay magpatuloy at maging mas mabuting bersyon ng aking sarili araw-araw.

Umaasa pa rin ako na darating ang araw na mapapansin ng aking mga magulang ang sarili kong pag-unlad. Hanggang sa araw na iyon, magpapatuloy akong lumakad sa sarili kong landas, kahit mabagal, basta hindi hihinto.

Hanggang sa muli.

Lawrence Mendez

12-Malikhain

Disclaimer: The two images used in this blog are AI-generated and were created with the assistance of ChatGPT based on the symbolic concept and theme of my personal reflection. The written content, experiences, and reflections presented in this blog are my own and are based on my personal life.

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A Wonderful Day at Dawal Resort

Our trip to Dawal Resort became one of the happiest days of my life. I spent the day with my friends Patrick, Ram, Jonard, Russel, Sagun, Janin, and Gwen. It wasn't just a simple outing it was a day filled with laughter, fun, and unforgettable memories that I will always cherish.

When we arrived at the resort, we were immediately amazed by its beauty. The place was clean and peaceful, the air was fresh, and the surroundings were relaxing. As we looked around, we couldn't wait to start enjoying the day. We changed into our swimming clothes and jumped into the cool water. Swimming together made the experience even more exciting because we were all having fun, laughing, and encouraging one another.

After swimming, we spent time taking pictures to capture every special moment. We also talked about different things, shared funny stories, and joked around. Everyone was smiling, and the atmosphere was full of happiness. We also enjoyed eating our packed food together. Even though the meal was simple, it tasted better because we shared it with good friends.

As the afternoon went on, we admired the beautiful view, especially when the sun started to set. The orange sky reflected on the water, making the scenery even more breathtaking. It was one of the most peaceful and memorable moments of the day.

This trip made me realize how important friendship is. We don't always need expensive vacations or luxurious things to be happy. Sometimes, spending time with people who make you laugh and feel comfortable is enough to create unforgettable memories.

At the end of the day, we went home feeling tired but very happy. We brought home many wonderful memories and photos that will always remind us of our friendship. Our trip to Dawal Resort is an experience I will never forget because it brought us closer together and gave us memories that we will always treasure.