6- Ang Tatay Mong Kalbo

  Last October 09, 2015 we watched a play entitled “Ang Tatay mong Kalbo” At first I was wondering why this title of the theater play is like that. “Ang Tatay Mong Kalbo” is an absurd play, which means it is unreasonable, illogical and inappropriate.

  I really enjoyed the play! The actors are so talented they really showed their very best in this play. Though their dialogues don’t have any sense they still managed to amuse people. They just kept repeating the same word over and over but it’s still funny. At the first part of the play Mr. and Mrs. Santos are introduced, it is exactly 9:00 pm and they are inside their house which is located in Makati City. Both of them are talking about Jean San Juan and repeating that name several times, they also talked about who’s rice is better. It is their tradition talking to other people and gossiping every night. Then Maria, who is their helper, came out. He or She complains about the messy things inside the house and he/ she seems to be very comfortable in the house. When Maria left, the visitors came; they are Mr. and Mrs. Reyes. It seems that they don’t know each other. After remembering the days when they saw each other in Baguio they realized that they are married and they have a son. The most unforgettable line in this scene is the word “Katakataka” Which is non sense.

   Mr. Santos said that there is someone outside the house but when Mrs. Santos went outside, there is no one. Another unforgettable line is delivered in this scene. “Kapag may tumimbre, may tao sa labas.” It is the word that they kept on repeating in this scene. Unexpectedly, Hepe who is a fireman arrived. Mrs. Reyes unexpectedly asked Mrs. Santos about her father and she said “Ayun, nagsusuklay parin.” It is the habit of his father combing his hair even if he doesn’t have a hair anymore.

    I enjoyed the play and I hope that Teatre Phileo will produce more engaging play like this one. Thumbs up to all the characters. 

5-Self Introduction

       Bonjour! It means ‘Hello!’ in French. My name is Michelle, originally the French feminine form of Michael, meaning gift from God. I just turned sixteen last July 31, and I’m from Taguig. My parents are originally from Batangas and Quezon Province. And I’m the only child.

       I am a fan of Ateneo Lady Eagles; sometimes I watch their games live. I can cook Adobo, Tinola, Nilagang Baka and etc. I write stories, like love stories. One of my dreams is to become a Pediatrician, because I wanted to wear that white coat and stethoscope and I like kids. I love Batchoy! I can finish two bowls in one seating. I also help my parents in our family business; and I also do what our workers do, I carry boxes, and I display products.

      

       I’m a happy kid, I love making everyone happy. I make funny faces, I also crack jokes and I’m good at impersonating. I hate it when someone is not in the mood, so aside from being a student, I’m also a part time comedian! When someone is not in the mood I go to them and share positive vibes; I’ll sing a song that will reflect their mood, then they will suddenly laugh. It feels good when you make someone happy. I love being happy. But there are times that I feel so alone. I’m also independent; since I was in grade five my parents used to leave me alone in our house for their work. So, that means I will cook food for myself, do the dishes alone, clean our house etc. 

      

     As I end this speech, I just wanted to say; be happy always. Don’t let other people control your happiness and positivity is a must. Thank you for reading and I wish you all the smiles and love in life. 

4- Turn left, turn right

                                                          

   Fate is a thing that will happen to a person or the future that someone or something will have. But for you, do you believe in fate? If you would ask me the same question I’ll say, yes. I do believe in fate. Every person is destined to be happy, to be loved, to be free, to be real and to be with someone. But sometimes fate is too playful. You actually do not know that the person in front of you is the one that you will love till the end.

  I want to connect this topic to the movie that we already watched last week which is ‘Turn left, turn right’.  This romantic movie is about a man who is an aspiring violinist and a woman who is a literary translator who are perfect for each other but it seems that destiny loves to play with them. Another thing about them is that they didn’t know that they’re just neighbours and they almost crossed paths with each other several times.

 Takeshi and Gigi met unintentionally at the park fountain. Then Gigi’s papers accidentally fell into the fountain. Gigi asked his telephone number. The two never got in touch because Gigi left her bag on the train and lost Takeshi’s phone number.  The two laugh while talking about the past and exchange phone numbers without asking each other’s name before parting because of the rain.  That night after that encounter they are both happy and excited to see each other again. Unfortunately both of them got sick because of the rain. While they’re in pain because of their flu, they kept on guessing the number written in the paper it is not readable because it got wet during the rainstorm.

One of the numbers they called is a restaurant that Ruby works at as a waitress and also a delivery person. When Ruby arrives at the apartment (Takeshi’s), she fell for Takeshi. Takeshi’s and Gigi’s flu becomes tough that they are both taken to the hospital. Then this Dr. Hu came inside the picture. Dr. Hu happens to be a former classmate of Gigi from the university who has a crush on her. Then this Doctor also believes in fate and  he tells Gigi that it must be fate that they met each other. While discharging, Takeshi and Gigi gave their keys to Ruby and Dr. Hu. Then both of them found out that Ruby and Dr. Hu moved into each of their apartments, but both of make it clear that they don’t have feelings for Ruby and Dr. Hu. Where do broken hearts go?  Dr. Hu and Ruby ended up being together. They planned something for Takeshi and Gigi.

Gigi and Takeshi are frustrated about not being able to cross paths with each other again and they decided to take jobs abroad. They are about to leave the apartment when the earthquake strikes, destroying the wall between them. And finally, after so many days they finally find each other.

“What's meant to be will always find a way” 
― Trisha Yearwood

3-Heneral Luna

      Heneral Luna is such a great film. They also hit the trend list on twitter and there are so many memes scattered on facebook.

      

      Antonio Luna a.k.a Heneral Luna was a Filipino general who fought hard in the Philippine-American War. He was the youngest child of seven. He is considered as the most intelligent of the Filipino officers during the war. He is also part of the Malolos Congress. And Luna also studied literature, pharmacy, and chemistry.

    

       Last October 8, 2015 after our class in Expository and Technical Writing we immediately went straight to Glorietta 4 to watch Heneral Luna because it is also a requirement in our EEP Class to make a blog about this movie. There are seven of us who watched the movie. When we went to the ticket booth to purchase a ticket we are shocked because there is no discount for students so we ended up paying for its regular price.

Jelee Llarenas (c)

      When we entered the cinema, the movie is already rolling so we run towards our seats quickly. Based on my observations I’ve noticed that Heneral Luna likes cursing and that’s kinda funny, even the elders at our back are laughing. I must say that Luna is a brave man. He doesn’t care about himself; he always fights for his countrymen. I also like the actors who portrayed the characters of Antonio Luna, Emilio Aguinaldo and Apolinario Mabini. Also the cinematography of the movie is superb! Then it really looks like they’re in the situation.

       I want to give  10 high fives to all the characters, to the production company, and most especially to their director Mr. Jerrold Tarog. All of you produced a marvellous movie that captivated the hearts and minds of all Filipinos who watched. Another 10 high fives to you all!

    

2-One Big Fight!

            Since they are all talking about the UAAP Cheer Dance Competition, let me connect this event to my new post. No, I will not talk about the cheer dance. Instead, I will share another memorable event that I've experienced.

        Go Ateneo! One Big Fight! Yes, you’re right! I’m a fan of  Ateneo Lady Eagles. I watch their games live, especially when they play against their archrival (La Salle). I also have four shirseys and three jackets from Ateneo. I started watching volleyball when I was in 3^rd year High school (I know it’s kinda late), when I found out that my best friend likes volleyball. I really don’t like volleyball before. I find it boring because the crowd isn't that much if you would compare it to basketball, then I’m not used to watch volleyball also. During the Finals: Game One between ADMU and DLSU, my best friend messaged me that I should watch it because it is an Ateneo-La Salle game. So, I did what she said. Then I was surprised, the venue is insane! One side covered in blue. The other one is green. I watched the full game then I jumped in happiness when my favorite color won (Ateneo)! It’s their first time to win a championship (women’s division). Since that day I became interested in watching UAAP volleyball.

        

        After UAAP Season 76, I’ve been following some athletes from Ateneo Lady Eagles, like Dennise Lazaro, Ella De Jesus, and Alyssa Valdez. Before the opening of Season 77, I started saving money for the tickets because I really wanted to watch it live. As far as I can remember I earned three-thousand pesos for the tickets and shirts.

Last January 11, 2015 I’m with my cousin and we went to MOA Arena to see the game. Our tickets are just LB Standing, but it’s worth it. I took some photos, because it is my first time to watch.

           You can see the people around wearing blue and green. Even though our tickets are just LB Standing were kinda lucky because we can switch places, from one side to another. And fortunately they won against DLSU.

            From Left to Right: Gequillana, Madayag, Ahomiro, Maraguinot, De Leon, Morado, Gaston, De Jesus, Tan, Lavitoria, Patnongon, Lazaro, Valdez.

                    Then this one is taken last March. It is the Championship game between the ADMU and DLSU (as usual). 

              I don’t know why I took a photo of their shuttle bus (LOL!). There goes Alyssa Valdez and Dennise Lazaro (Gen Ad feels like). Then the last one, on the lower left side of the collage is the score 23-25 in favor of Ateneo to end this championship game.

          And now I’m very excited for this season because it is the last playing year of the Team Captain: Alyssa Valdez.  Good day everyone!ONE BIG FIGHT!