7. Parted WAYS

   Nothing lasts forever. Nothing stays the same for the rest of its life. EVERYTHING CHANGES. Well, that's life and WE should accept this fact. Changes would keep on happening in our life and we should get used to these changes. Well, let's admit that IT IS VERY HARD TO ADAPT TO A MAJOR CHANGE...

   Graduation, one of the happiest and the most tragic moment that may happen to a student. Happiest? Because that's the reason why we are studying, TO GRADUATE. But graduating at the same time is very tragic because you would leave the school that nurtured you from being a kid to a small adult, and of course, you and your batchmates, friends, bestfriends, acquaintances, and enemies would part ways.

   Parting ways... Hmmmm... We are now small adults, and we would enter the area in which we would experience a slice of real life. College, yes, we're still inside the 4 corners of these schools but yes, we can leave it for a while... It's like a small door opened but leaving the are has limits, compared to highschool that we can't leave those 4 corners.

   Overcoming these "PROBLEMS"(?) * its up to you if you would consider this as a problem or not * well, parting ways with your enemies and terror teachers may be the best part of it, the sad part is that you wont see your friends everyday like you do in high-school. BUT, CONNECTION IS VERY IMPORTANT. Even though you wont see each other everyday, at least you could still talk with them via chat, or text. REAL FRIENDSHIP is very precious, it's a valuable gem because REAL FRIENDSHIP is very hard to find. So, to keep this precious jewel intact, you should take care of it.

   "New School, New Life?", "MOVE FORWARD and forget about the past?" HOW STUPID... Well, why would you forget something important in your life? It's just a stupid excuse because, I guess, you cant handle LDR's (Long Distance Relationships). No matter what happens, dont forget the people you love. They would/should be the ones that would help you get up and guide you. So, don't lose those precious gems that you have.  Even though they are a few, keep them :)

6. PROCRASTINATION

Procrastination (noun)   - The act of delaying or postponing something


   Procrastinators... I admit that I am one, but I know that I am an effective procrastinator...But it's something that I should not do because it's bad. I know what I should do first but I would keep saying on my mind "I'd just do it tomorrow" or "I'll just do it next time".

   Now that I am in college, I am loaded with a lot of tasks that are very challenging and time consuming so, as a responsible student, I should do my tasks efficiently. So, no more procrastinating and if I were given a task, I should do it RIGHT AWAY. Well, I somehow overcame my procrastinating, How? Huge amounts of SELF CONTROL and DETERMINATION.

   SELF CONTROL, becuase you should be able to control yourself and not be lazy. You should control yourself to move and do the important tasks appointed to you right after it is given to you. Well, I can say that even though you are not a procrastinator, you still need self control so you can control everything that you do. If you are an adult, I'm assuming that you already know what's RIGHT and what's WRONG.

   DETERMINATION, because you should be determined to do something you should do. You need INSPIRATION so you can do the task much more efficiently. Imagine yourself doing something for someone you love. Would you give a SIMPLE love letter to your special someone? Of course not, you would do everything just to give her the best because she deserves it.

   Cramming... Why do people cram? Because they dont know their priorities? Because they cant manage their time well? They dont balance playtime and study time? There are a lot of reasons why people cram. But to solve this, you need "TIME MANAGEMENT". But how do you manage your time? I manage my time by:
      First, KNOWING YOUR PRIORITIES - List all of the things you are going to do for the day, and weigh its importance... DO THE MOST IMPORTANT FIRST AND THE LEAST IMPORTANT LAST.

      Second, RESIST TEMPTATIONS - As you are doing your work, temptations will come... So, you should do your best to AVOID these temptations.

      Third, RELAX - After those heavy work, you will become exhausted. So, give yourself a break, have a kitkat, sleep, go to the spa, or something else that would make you happy and relaxed.

   Cramming is an avoidable event. You should just manage your time well and plan things ahead of time. And in doing those tasks you are assigned to, you should always do your best and make the most out of everything. Dont waste time because TIME IS VERY PRECIOUS. TIME IS GOLD.

 

5. IMMORTALITY

"Immortality may be the loneliest thing ever invented." 

Immortality (noun)
   - the ability to live forever

   The ability to life forever itself is very frightening... Why? Because you may live forever, but the people around you cant. So, there is a probability that you may live alone, with no one to comfort and guide you. It's very hard to let go of the people you already got attached to. It may damage your mental and emotional strength.

   During this consecutive class suspensions, I've watched the movie "Fairy Tail and the Priestess of the Pheonix", and in that movie, they are fighting to get the Phoenix Stone that is said to resurrect the phoenix and give you eternal life. (Fun fact about the Phoenix is that it can rise (live again) from its ashes when it dies.) Personally, I can't imagine what would happen to me if I could live forever. I guess I cant bear to lose someone that I became so attached too. You could also see the drastic change in the world, from the peaceful days to the blood-stained-hands days.

   Why do people want to have Eternal Life?
        They'll have Power? Because they can live forever. They've been through a lot of things so their knowledge about life is very wide. These people that desires to live eternally doesn't think outside the box. They just focus on the "POWER" thing.

   Immortality? As far as I know, there are only 2 immortal entities in this life we are living. God, and his son, Jesus Christ... *no offense to those who have other beliefs* But I believe that everthing that is stated in the bible is TRUE. But it depends on the readers understanding, some may understand a certain phrase differently compared to others that read them...

   Would I want Immortality? Well, if you read my intro, it's filled with negativity towards the immortality concept. So, I DONT WANT IMMORTALITY. (Well, all of us would probably immortal when we die(?) I'm not sure. *ironic right?*) But in this world that's filled with hatred towards each other? I wouldnt want that.

   Wow, writing this blog was a big journey, I've learned a lot by searching about this topic... Immortality is sensitive because it overlaps different beliefs... Well, this topic is very complex and I dont know why I chose this topic HAHAHA :) But at least, I've managed to finish writing about this.

4. Suspensions that leads to ....

   These past few days (and upcoming days), the Philippines will be bombarded with a series of 3 typhoons, so suspensions of classes would become very prominent. Class Suspensions, the dream of every student... Why? Well, we can do a lot of things if classes are suspended. They can play games all day, watch the tv, eat, etc. Suspensions of classes has its Pros and Cons... So, I will try to list everything I've experienced when it comes to the suspensions of classes

PROS
   1. HUGE AMOUNT OF SLEEP
      - When it is cold, you would just want to lie in your bed and not move at all. Class Suspensions means you wont make up early in the morning, so you can have a straight 12 hr sleep *fun right?*. When you are in college, I guess "sleep" rarely comes your way because you would be very busy making assignments and projects. So, SLEEP can be considered a SACRED TREASURE when you are in college, so make the most out of it.

   2. MORE TIME
      - More time to complete all the requirements. Well, TIME is seriously GOLD, and you cant turn back time, so just like SLEEP, make the most out of your time. Review, complete your requirements, polishing your project, etc. But BEWARE, if ever there is a class suspension, KNOW YOUR PRIORITIES because most people tend to do "procrastinating" (the act of delaying or postponing something) and they'll end up saying "I'll just do this tomorrow", so, PUT YOUR PRIORITIES FIRST, AND LIESURE SECOND.

3. STRESS FREE DAY (Time to Relax)
      - Enjoy, you've dodged boring classes and lectures, stressful seatworks and pop quizzes, and disappointing test results. It's your day to relax and take a break from your stressful school life/activities.

4. MORE TIME WITH YOUR FAMILY
      - More time with the people you love, more bonding time to make your bond stronger. *Make the most out of this* You will never know when they will past away. So, make the most out of every moment with your family because even after  A LOT OF MISUNDERSTANDINGS, they are still your family and they wont leave you behind no matter what.

CONS
1. LAZIER STUDENTS
      - They will expect for more class suspensions once they've enjoyed one, and when they're in class, whenever they see rain, they would be expecting for the class to be dismissed.

2. THE STUDENTS WOULD LEARN NOTHING
      - They would just sit aroung their houses and do nothing. They wont learn something educational that can affect their grades. The time for studying and discussing new lesosns would be replaced watching movies that arent included in the curriculum they are taking.

3. THE TUITION FEE WOULD BE WASTED      - Parents pay a lot just for their child to go to a school in which they can learn. But if there are excessive amounts of class suspensions, it's just like a portion of the tuition that they've paid went down the drain and become USELESS.

4. YOUR LIFE IS ON THE LINE 
      - What mostly triggers class suspensions? STRONG WINDS or EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF RAIN. Strong winds can take up to 220 kph, that can uproot coconut trees.

   The decision on how we can use our Class Suspensions wisely are based on our hands. We should be wise enough to make such decisions. Be responsible on your own doings. Now, How would you spend your Class Suspensions?

3. Commuting in Manila

Are you a newbie when it comes to commuting in Manila? If yes, THIS IS THE PERFECT BLOGPOST THAT YOU ARE LOOKING AT. Hmmm... What are the do's and dont's when you are commuting in Manila? I would tell you some of the do's and dont's of commuting in Manila based on my own experiences.

DO'S

1. PAY THE EXACT FEE

   - You should pay the exact fee becuase some of the drivers wont give you the exact change. For example, the fee is P 7.50, and you pay P10.00, the change that you should recieve is P 2.50, but they would only give you P 2.00...

2. KEEP TRACK OF YOUR VALUABLES

   - Wherever you are, you should keep track of them, because something bad (robery) might happen, especially when you are in a public place.a

3. PUT ON DEODORANT

   - It will be very embarassing when you raise your arm to hold on the railings and you have sweaty armpits. And of course, to avoid smelly armpits.

4. ASK 

   - It's never wrong to ask. Just ask and nothing wrong would happen to you. But dont be contented on asking just once. Ask 2 or three different people so you can have options. 

5. BE ALERT

   - Always be alert. Especially in crowded places, also apply #2 whenever you're in crowded places. Be alert in jeepneys because some sindicates takes advantages of commotions. For example, someone vomitted on you, of course you would panic, and during that time, they would take advantage of that commotion and steal your stuff.

6. DRESS SIMPLY

   - Wear SIMPLE CLOTHES, because those who dress elegantly are the ones who are most likely to be the victim of robberies, etc. 

DONT'S

1. DONT TRUST EVERYONE

   - Do not believe everything they say. If you ask someone, ask other people too because there might be a chance that they are tricking you. So, be wise too.

2. DONT JAYWALK

   - Even though jaywalking is very prominent in Manila, DONT DO IT. Its still against the law. Filipino people tend to cross the highways without using the pedstrian lanes or the overpasses, even if there are signages like "Dont cross over here, someone already died here",  they wont mind and still cross it.

3. DONT USE YOUR PHONE IN PUBLIC

   - Do not take out your phone when you're in a public place (especially when your phone is expensive) because there are instances where your phone would be snatched away from you. So, if ever you would bring your phone out, BE CAREFUL.

4. DONT WEAR FANCY JEWELRY

   - Avoid wearing flashy jewelry because these (earings, necklaces, bracelets) are easily snantched away from you.

   These are the simple "DO'S AND DONT'S" when you commute in Manila... I know that it is difficult to commute in Manila but there is a perk when you commute in Manila... THERE IS A HUGE ARRAY OF DELICIOUS STREET FOODS THAT IS VERY INEXPENSIVE!! But, be careful, some of them are dirty and unsafe. So, you should buy at your own risk. So, these are the simple things you should do and not do when you travel in Manila.