HOW NSTP-CFFP 1 CHANGED MY LIFE :)

It’s been a while since I have my last entry. Well, forgive me for the inconvenience. I forgot that I have a blog. Haha! Kidding. Just want to share this piece. I’ve read this just a week before while erasing some files from my lappie. This is our final requirement on Nstp-Cffp last 1^st semester.

The ENCOUNTER.

- A flashback of WHAT REALLY MATTERS!

My first encounter with NSTP-CFFP gave me an impression of a BORING meeting every last subject of Mondays and Wednesdays. But the succeeding classes made my perception definitely wrong. The next hours where I found myself in one of the rooms in the CC made me realize that's it's not just the LESSONS I can get from my major subjects that's important. What are essential are the things I can learn behind it. And the NSTP-CFFP proved that to me. Now, I'm taught of not only the things about Accounting (and other subjects), instead I'm taught of what's really essential - the Lessons in life. These lessons, which shaped me to be better. Lessons I can bring up to the last day of my life.

These are my NOTED ENCOUNTERS with NSTP-CFFP which I'll treasure forever - the memories, learning, and the people behind it. Promise.

The Outreach. Whoa! I've been into places like fields, ponds, rocky and muddy roads, mountains... But that encounter with Sibobo, Calabanga was so different! The interaction between ME and the place, ME and the residents, ME and my fellow students did really made a sense on me. It made me think that I CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE! I can leave a legacy of mine. I can help. I can reach out. I can still GROW UP. Grow up to be better, to be more aware of the reality. The LIFE GIVING - that's what I call our tree planting activity. We don't just plant. We plant for a purpose. And what is that? To provide the residents HOPE. Yes, we helped but the return for that 'granted favor' was definitely MUCH MORE on our part. WE LEARNED. Setting aside those signature clothes, expensive shoes, prestigious school, we, bare foot, walk through the 'crabby' mud regardless of who we are, of where we came from. There, we learned what truly LIFE is. WE GAINED. We gained what is SIGNIFICANT. We gained the resident's hospitality, our schoolmates' friendship, the University's trust. We gained, yes. A lot. WE WON. We won in a way we learned HOW TO BE WITH OTHERS, and HOW TO BE THE OTHERS. We live out Ateneo's desire - to be Men and Women for Others. :)

Discussion: The Family. Very confidential it may seem, still, it's important to deal with it. I learned a lot from our group sharing. Some I can relate to, some were the very opposite. A part of our life is given closure. It made us be aware of others' families and we learned from them that made an impact to me. In the very first place, it did make me realize how lucky I am to have a COMPLETE and HAPPY family. Yes, my family isn't perfect. We are not perfect. But the fact that we're together, loving each other, makes life ALMOST PERFECT. It taught me how to appreciate every little thing my parents do to me (to us). It's hard to be a parent, they say (and I also think it is). It made me become more APPRECIATIVE... And a little bit sweet! Now, it doesn't anymore feel awkward showing my love to them.

Discussion: The Self. Yes, Myself. I thought I already know myself. Well, not until we tackle about this. It opened my eyes to the reality that the ME I know isn't the real ME. The activity of the MANDALA MAKING and the 'rotating one-on-one sharing' is really fun. I am able to talk with 7 of my block mates’ heart-to-heart. What made me laugh is when I ask them their first impression on me. They say they thought I was so suuupper mataray and suuupper maarte. What made my heart leap with joy is the fact that they told me I was far different from the ME they thought at first. :) Even I did have a revelation of myself. Now, I know myself better. And because of that, I can make necessary CORRECTIONS.

Thanks to NSTP-CFFP for making me aware of everything - that really matters! :) Thank you too Ma'am MG. Continue inspiring other people. God bless! :)

Crazy little thing called LOVE :)

Based on a True Story... of everyone <3

Just wanna share with you a NEW FOUND FAVORITE. It's a Thai movie starring MARIO MAURER as P'Shone (The Love of my Life. HAHAHA!) and Pimchanok Lerwisetpibol as Khun Nam. To make it a sort of summary, Here: Nam is a young and ordinary highschool girl, unattractive with nerd glasses and dark skin. She has a big crush on a heartthrob senior, P'Shone, at school. (I also have a big crush on him! :D) To make him see that she exists in his world, the girl tries to improve her physical look and attempts to become the star at school. However, her crush seems not to pay any attention to her yet. Ooops. I guess this is enough :) I recommend this movie. It's worth watching! I promise and guarantee you! :D

I hate to say this. As much as I want to upload the movie, I can't :( I'm having a hard time. REALLY. Just check it on Youtube. I wish they have the copy :>

A Lesson to Keep

Movie: Sister's Keeper

            That movie was a great piece full of heart-felt performances. You can really feel what Anna’s trying to convey, her longing for mother’s love, as well as in Jesse’s case, and what’s really is Kate’s desire not anymore go on with the surgery.

            In the Philippines, that scenario (Anna going to the office of Campbell Alexander in order to hire him to sue her parents for the right to her own body) is more likely to be impossible. Here, because of being family-oriented, will not find it hard to give something for our someone. But on their case, we can really see that Anna is willing to give (as she always did) anything for her sister’s sake. But it is Kate herself who insist that Anna should not and also, she forced her to hire a lawyer for a medical emancipation. Anna, as an obedient and loving sister, though painful for her, had to pursue the case as what Kate wants. Here, we can see how Anna played her role as a “younger sister” – who easily follows what her elders said. This just says that whatever happens, whatever it takes, your family will always be your family. They will be there whether you like it or not. They’re willing to help, care and love for you even though you don’t ask for it.

            Another lesson. EXPECT THE UNEXPECTED. The ending of the story shows a good example. Sara, their mother is expecting or let me say ‘waiting’ for Kate’s death, but this sad twist of fate happened. It’s the other way around. Anna together with Campbell met an accident. And sadly, Anna didn’t able to survive. The good thing here is, still, it’s Anna’s will that is favored. Her kidney was donated to her sister, at last.

            Life is short. We all know. We don’t own our life, we just borrowed it. So whatever your reason is, you can’t really say you can do anything with your life. And then you’ll say, who cares? It’s your life? Nah. It’s not even yours! We’re just the ‘caretaker’. So be thankful. Never waste your life with nonsense. Whoa! I’m talking too far from the movie. Well, just a plain reminder. Have a good life! (:

Life is short. Make the most out of it.

           

Little by little, I’m becoming a Movie Addict. Title: “The Bucket List”. That was a story of two people, who by circumstances, turned out to be good friends. One was ‘extremely’ rich, while the other’s not so. What I’ve remembered was their very first meeting was in the hospital wherein they’re both sick, with a tremendous disease. Even the treatment of that hospital to the two was different. The rich one always talks about business, with his Personal Assistant always on his side, while the other one, treasures his family so much. End point, they’re really dissimilar to each other. The billionaire (rich) found out that there’s this list his companion was keeping. A “bucket list”, a wish list hopefully to be done before he die. His companion got up who was then sleeping when he’s reading the list, and got a little bit mad for it was too private for his part. They end up filling the list with some other ‘wishes’ particularly destinations they want to go. The even listed they want to kiss the most beautiful woman in the world, witness something majestic and laugh until they cry.  They came up with the decision to ‘give up’ the medications and fulfill their list. First thing they’ve done, skydiving. Then, they get a tattoo, car racing. Afterwards, they travel to the jungle of Africa, the pyramid of Egypt, the Taj Mahal at India, the great wall of China, climb at Mt. Everest and finally Hongkong. The billionaire didn’t new that there’s this plan of his companion of taking him to his daughter. When he knew it, he got really mad, torn the bucket list and left him. He then got home. With open arms, his family, happily, accepted him once more. While having a good time with his family, he had a heart attack (?). He was then confines to the ICU with a critical condition. His friend was informed and quickly come to visit him. They meet, finally, after they part ways in front of his daughter’s house. A piece of paper was given to him with her dying friend, and they burst out into laughter. He then gave him another copy of the bucket list with TWO remaining points. TO KISS THE MOST BEAUTIFUL WOMAN IN THE WORLD and TO WITNESS SOMETHING MAJESTIC. Afterwards, his friend died. He promised himself that he’ll fulfill the remaining. He then go to his daughter ask for forgiveness. On the later part, the billionaire also died. Their remains was put in a metal box that can be found on the top of the snowy mountain. That was something majestic. At the end, the movie leave is with simple points. LIFE IS SO SHORT, we should FIND OUR PURPOSE, and try TO LIVE IT. Our FAMILY were the best people on earth and there’s no one that can replace them. MONEY CAN’T BUY EVERYTHING. Be inspired :>

The Package: Two amazing Animations, countless Learnings included! :) (Another Movie Analysis )

One and a half hour was too much for us to view two amazing video clips but that time wasn’t enough for us to digest every little but significant lesson there. These stories by Mr. Max Lucado were so ‘simple’, uncomplicated. And it’s presented via cartoons so viewers wouldn’t be that bored and rather, enjoy the activity.

Let’s go through it one-by-one. The first video entitled HERMIE, A COMMON CATERPILLAR was a “rampant” situation nowadays. We’re not just aware but sometimes, we act like him. We do everything to be DIFFERENT, to stand out, which in the end proves us one thing… that we’re becoming who are NOT US. We’re doing things that we thought we should because maybe, it should be that way. WE’RE DOING THINGS OUR WAY. It’s just like: MY WAY, or NO WAY! The endpoint: We find ourselves talking to God and worst, questioning Him WHY? Just like what Hermie, the Caterpillar keeps on asking God. He always compare others with himself that in the end, it frustrates him knowing that others has “something” he doesn’t have. But God, who tirelessly repeat these words: “I’m not finished with you yet. I’m giving you a heart that’s like mine.”, is somewhat striking us. Though God doesn’t gave us everything, he gave us a heart that’s like him. Moreover, He loves us even we don’t love ourselves the way we are. That’s HIM. We should always remember. And just like what Hermie had realized and stated: I have a great God and that makes me special. We are all unique in every little way. Why compare yourself with others? No one in the entire world can do a better job of BEING YOU than YOU :)

Next video: BUZBEE and the GRUMBLEBEES. Whew! I definitely love the story. Also, the song which keeps on saying, “You have to Bee-have in the Bee-hive.” A story focusing on the importance of having good manners. Reality hurts. Really, youngsters nowadays think of ‘practicing GMRC’ as an old-school act. They say it’s boriiiinnnnnggg. Yeah maybe, but it’s worth it. Uncle Buzbee’s plan, together with the help of some friends, worked! From the GRUMBLE bees, Beebee and Buddy, turned to well-BEE-haved Bees. So happy to see the transformation :)

All these words will be useless without application. Max Lucado leave us a challenge of LIVING the things we’ve known, the lessons earned. Good luck to everyone! :)

It’s Now or Never

            All we have is now. Take it or leave it. When we are born, God has given us the freedom to live life the way we wanted to be. Time is given for us to consume. It will be up to us if we choose to live it right or the other way around.

            I remember a Tagalog song entitled "NGAYON". It emphasizes the START or beginning of life wherein you are in a “fresh” world given the CHOICE to live it right. Time is too precious to be wasted. Strive hard and learn from our shortcomings. If opportunity knocks, listen. We never know, that might be the last. Grab any chance you can have before it’s too late.

            Life is full of chances, of choices. The world is wonderful. It just change depending on how you look at it. Learn from the past, focus on the present, and reach for the future.

            Life, yes, life is but a short ride in the roller coaster. There are twists and turns that make you shout. The sudden movement that almost made you cry. But after wards, as you take your step down that ride, you’ll be feeling a great deal of satisfaction. A feeling wherein you thought you’ve done something. That’s why we’re here. We are here for a purpose. And we should start right away. As in NGAYON, now. Try to leave a mark, a legacy. Never waste your life for something, rather offer it to someone. That someone, the only one, GOD.

            The point is so simple. We should value LIFE, and that is through TIME which is NOW. God isn’t “nagkulang” to us. We have the time, the strength, everything. Now, is the moment for us to ‘move’, to respond, to be the best that we can be! And similarly to what I’m talking about, it tells us one thing. “Life is short, so make the most out of it!” Keep moving fellas! :)

We've watched the movie entitled THREE IDIOTS. It was awesome! Great story.

Teaching is different to the manner of teaching itself. That was what the ‘3 Idiots’ particularly Rancchoddas “Rancho” Shyamaldas Chanchad pointed out. This was a quotable quote I’ve got from the movie which was delivered by Farhan Qureshi: “Today my respect for that idiot shot up. Most of us went to college just for a degree. No degree meant no plum job, no pretty wife, no credit card, no social status. But none of this mattered to him, he was in college for the joy of learning, he never cared if he was first or last.” Rancho was in school not because he want something in the future but rather, he want to make the most of what he have right now. I remember a scene there wherein Prof. ViruS let him ‘teach’ Engineering in front of his classmates impromptu. What he did is he make them guess the meaning of a certain word (which unknowingly, is an ‘invented’ word derived from Farjan & Raju’s names) in 30 seconds. It’s not that he want to fool people but he just want to make them feel the PRESSURE imposed to them by that institution. Great example is what happened to Joy Lobo after what rejection he got from Prof. ViruS. He committed suicide. Cause: Pressure.

            Another moral lesson of the movie was gaining and having trust to yourself. It is said that our heart hears what we say. Rancho’s “All is well” is adopted by his colleagues. It’s their way of saying, “Everything’s alright.” Yes, it doesn’t solve the situation entirely, but it gives you the courage to face it. Be strong, believe in yourself and ALL IS WELL.

            We don’t need to show what we have just like what ‘Silencer’ Chatur always do. Instead, show them what you’ve got. Show them what you truly can before ‘announcing’ it. I believe, too much WORDS will kill you, so better show it through actions.

            On the later part of the story it showed that the Rancho we know is an imitator. But he grab the opportunity given to him to feel the joy of learning and on the later part, feel the heaven of success.

            The lesson is simple. If you want to be Rancho, Believe. Trust. Strive hard. And you’ll be successful. Never mind all the obstacles, it’s part of it. Fight. You’ll see in the end, everything you’ve done is worth it. The choice is yours, you can be a ‘Silencer’ too if you wish. If that’s what you’ve think you want to be, this I say to you, THINK TWICE. :)