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[emberglowfox]

forgot 2 post from a few days ago. annoying him

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[humanrightsupdates]

Human Rights Watch: The acquittal last week of a former Army general for the 2006 abduction and torture of two brothers highlights the persistence of impunity for enforced disappearances in the Philippines.

Moments after the verdict, Raymond Manalo faced reporters outside the court in Bulacan province and wept openly. Manalo had alleged that he and his brother Reynaldo were kidnapped and tortured by then Maj. Gen. Jovito Palparan and his men in 2006. Manalo’s earlier testimony had helped convict Palparan in 2018 for the enforced disappearance, torture, and rape of students Karen Empeno and Sherlyn Cadapan in 2006. They remain missing. Palparan is serving a 40-year prison term.

The recent verdict came on the heels of a number of abductions of activists in locations throughout the country. On September 29, unidentified men took activists Lee Sudario and Norman Ortiz in Nueva Ecija province. On September 23, alleged soldiers seized activists Job Abednego David, Peter del Monte, and Alia Encela in Oriental Mindoro province; the military claims they were communist New People’s Army (NPA) rebels but has provided no information on their whereabouts. All five remain missing.

[kickmag]

Alicia Keys' HELL'S KITCHEN Musical Coming To The Public Theater In The Fall

Alicia Keys' original HELL's KITCHEN musical is coming to the New York Public Theater in the fall. Keys wrote new music for the production based on her life in the Hell's Kitchen neighborhood in New York City. Playwright Kristoffer Diaz,  choreographer Camille A. Brown, director Michael Greif and musical supervisor Adam Blackstone all worked on the show. Seventeen-year-old Ali is the main character who is seeking her dream of stardom and falls in love with a drummer. Ali and her mother address issues of race and growing up in the chaos of New York City.

The cast of HELL’S KITCHEN will include Shoshana Bean (Jersey), Chad Carstarphen (Ray/Ensemble), Reid Clarke (Ensemble), Chloe Davis (Ensemble), Nico DeJesus (Ensemble), Brandon Victor Dixon (Davis), Timothy L. Edwards  (Ensemble), Badia Farha (Understudy), Vanessa Ferguson (Tiny/Ensemble), David A. Guzman (Ensemble), Crystal Monee Hall (Crystal/Ensemble), Gianna Harris (Understudy), Chris Lee (Knuck), Jackie Leon (Jessica/Ensemble), Kecia Lewis (Miss Liza Jane), Raechelle Manalo (Ensemble), Maleah Joi Moon (Ali), Onyxx Noel (Understudy), Sarah Parker (Ensemble), William Roberson (Understudy), Niki Saludez (Ensemble), Mariand Torres (Maria/Ensemble), Donna Vivino (Understudy), and Lamont Walker II (Riq).

HELL's KITCHEN runs from October 24-December 10th. Public Theater Supporter Plus tickets go on sale June 13th and Public Theater Support tickets go on sale June 15th. Full-price single tickets will be available on July 18th. For more information check out publictheater.org.

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JonZamar (JonZam) Komikon, Coach Emil Loctoc, Alvin Teng, Mikki Jill Kamikazee FIONA, Grogu Star Wars, Andee Manzano This Band, Irvin Jett Rosario (ジェット ロサリオ) From Fingerplay, RJ Minerva, Madeline Ramboyong, Euwie Von - Guitarist From This Band, ‎Myrra Kate The Author (Faith Steps), Rafael Gumboc - Freelance Comic Book Artist, Harmony & Horizon Band, Joey Ayala Filipino singer, Maxielinda Sumagang - Wattpad Writer • Published Book Author • Cosplayer • Fangirl, Marie Seda (moche) - Writer at Immac Printing, Leody de Guzman, Luke Espiritu, Cloudracer Motovlog, RM Superales - Host, Cosplayer and Moderator, Richard Buxani, Jinn Divino Gem Band, Pet School, Kap Rameses Casten, Jerry Santos, Leonald Bandola, Josh Mojica, Koko Alters, FLOWERSTRING, Jojo Lofarmia( The Son of Jun Lofamia), Atty Bojie - Cards and Collectibles Vlog, Maxine De Borja Abliter, Ban Ofrasio, Jinsei Suarez Oseo, Roy Allan Martinez, Rica Jane Caldozo Manalo, Reynante Lovete Tibon, Angelo Cloudracer Diane Allyellowjoshua, Eloisa Jayloni (Busking), Jay Sandoval, Lloyd Hondo, Sam DelaTorre, Sam Cairo, Chloey Cantada, Miguel Aquino, David D' Angelo, Dok Alvin Francisco

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The trumpets are sounding as the country of Aladonia welcomes the following people to court. We ask that once you’ve made yourself comfortable by making a blog for your character, that you send it in within twenty-four hours. If for some reason you may be delayed, please inform the admin team so we may take note of it. We welcome you and hope that you enjoy your time here.

Princess as Lord Auden Gauthier with the faceclaim of Matthew Noszka

Ace as Prince Niran Meksi with the faceclaim of Win Metawin

Ace as Lord Kastor Manalo with the faceclaim of Jordan Buhat

XS as Crown Prince Jianqiang Meksi with the faceclaim of Desmond Chaim

Mon'e as Queen Louis Vastic with the faceclaim of Michael Ealy

Mon'e as Prince Kiaan Pithou with the faceclaim of Archie Renaux

Wolfe as Queen Arman Pithou with the faceclaim of Hrithik Roshan

Wolfe as Lord Commander Bane Colasso with the faceclaim of Dwayne Johnson

Wolfe as Lord Tristan Gauthier with the faceclaim of Michiel Huisman

Wolfe as Senior Warden Osric Azuara with the faceclaim of Harry Shum Jr

Wolfe as Prince Eren Gauthier with the faceclaim of Ruairi O'Connor

Wolfe as Lord Solomon Nadeau with the faceclaim of Rafael Silva

Wolfe as Prince Rafael Canalo with the faceclaim of Sean Teale

Chris as Lord Dorian Alwin with the faceclaim of Darren Criss

Melli as Prince Asher Gauthier with the faceclaim of Zane Phillips

X as Rider Giovanni Passi with the faceclaim of Matt Daddario

X as Lord Xavier Morgan with the faceclaim of Nolan Gerard Funk

X as Lord Ramon Florina with the faceclaim of Chay Suede

Ace as Lord Santiago Rivera with the faceclaim of Caio Castro

Ace as Lord Zayn Ali with the faceclaim of Taylor Zakhar Perez

Ju as Lord Graham Deus with the faceclaim of David Corenswet

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[dyoungv]

111 Minna Gallery Presents: Art on Vinyl Records by 150 Artists “The Return of Discolandia” Curated by Wonderland SF (Irene Hernandez-Feiks) Virtual opening this Thursday December 10, 2020 at 6:30pm  to view: https://www.twitch.tv/111minnagallery To see in person please contact Michelle Delaney for an appointment: michelle@111minnagallery.com Virtual art show opening Thursday December 10, 2020 at 6:30pm Hosted by Rob Casanovas and Irene Hernandez-Feiks Artwork available for purchase at: www.111Minnagallery.com Works by:  Aaron Johnson, Abel Manalo, Alberto Pacheco, Alec Huxley, Alex Garcia, Alexandra Cicorschi, Alice Koswara, Amandalynn, Amber Allan, Amelie de Cirfontaine, Amelie de Cirfontaine, Amy Ahlstrom, Anndrew MacRae, Ben Collison, Blane Asrat, Brandon Hurley, Brent McHugh, Brian Barneclo, Calvin Lai, Carlos Limon, Carly Ivan Garcia, Carmela Cucueco, Carrie Ann Cottini, Carrington Arredondo, Cat Sommer, Chris Leib, Cindy Shih, Cleng Sumagaysay, Cuatemoch Landa, Daniel Chimowitz, Daryll Peirce, David Young, Debra Cook Shapiro, Delphyne V, Diana Balas, Dianne Hoffman, Doug Rhodes, Duser, Eddie Cola, Eddie Rodriguez, Emi Baria, Emily Fromm, Eon 75, Eric Bro, Eric Joyner, Erin Eisenhower, Espana Garcia, Felicia Ann, Felipe Soltero, Fernando Caldera, Fleur Spolidor, Franklin Lei, Goku, Haoyun Erin Zhao, Houston Berry, Inga Loyev, Ingrid Wells, Irene Feiks, Irene Hernandez, Isabella Piellusch Marquez, J.L.King, Jacinto Castillo, Jasper Steven Thomas, Jeffrey Nemenzo, Jenny Wehrt, Jeremiah Welsh, Jeremy Novy, Jes Muse, Jessica Petrie, Jesus Hernandez, Joel Tesch, John Casey, John Osgood, Johnny Dismal, Josh Thurman, Joshua Coffy, Jun Yang, Karla Korazon, Kathya Myranda, Kate Tova, Kelly Nicolaisen , Kenly Warren, Kevin Earl Taylor, Kiki, Kima Kamman, Kimlynh Chun, Kristi Holohan, Lacey Bryant, Lana Kohn, Laura Tex Buss, Lee Harvey Roswell , Lindsey Millikan, Louie Padama, Luciano Roque, Luis Tinoco, Manny, Manuel Carmona, Marc Wagenseil, Maria Urbi, Mario Navasero, Mark Campbell, Mark Lynch, Mary Fleener, Math PTV, Maureen Shields, Megan Caughlin, Mel Waters, Melanie Alves, Melanie Getman, Mike Sanchez, Minda McDorman, and more..... (at 111 Minna Gallery) https://www.instagram.com/p/CImK6x6B2CS/?igshid=1dxzdsom0g65u

[eastbayprintsale]

7th ANNUAL EAST BAY PRINT SALE!

Featured Exhibitors:

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Exhibitors:

Adrian Rotzscher - Alayna Tinney - Alex Martinez - Alfonso Aceves Alicia Cardell - Alondra Solis Guzman - Alyssa Aviles - Amanda Bernal Amy Burek - Amy Jo - Anastasia Itkina - Anjelica E Colliard Ann Altstatt - Anna Capurso - Ariana Sanchez - Arif Qazi - Boya Sun Brian Wilson - Calvin Crockett - Carmen McNall - Cenorina L Ramirez Chaitra Bangalore - Charisse Celestial - Chris Cuadrado - Christine Innes Christine Juon - Cianna Valley - Cindy Ostroff CTRL+SHFT COLLECTIVE - Daniel González - David Ryan Demian Bartholomew - Derek Pratt - Dongyi Wu - Ed Garnica - Eishin Yoshida Elinor Breidenthal - Em Corbo - Emily Gui - Emmanuel García - Enrique López Erica Newton - Erica Schapiro-Sakashita - Erica Wheeler-Dubin Ethan Snyderman - Evka Whaley-Mayda - Ezzie DeGiovanni - Floss Editions Giana Montero - Greg Borman - Haoyun Erin Zhao - Harry Diaz Heather Hardison - Ian Mackay - Jaime Valderrama - Jake Voinar-Fowler Jane Hargrave - Janina Arianna Larenas - Jeff Meadows Jesse Hawthorne Ficks - Jo Bee - Joan Zeta - Jonathan Jeweler - Jose Gonzalez - Julia Foote - Julianne Villegas - June Hong - Kasaia Luckel Katie Wheeler-Dubin - Kelly Autumn - Kevin VQ Dam - KIDTOFER Kristen Brown - Kristi McMahon - Krusty Wheatfield - Lili Arnold Linh-Yen Hoang - Lizzy Choi - Louis Bicycle - Louise Leong Lucas Elmer Gasperik - Lucy Stark - Mara N Gerson - Maren Preston Mariangela Le Thanh - Max Marcil - Maya Fuji - Melek Zertal - Melissa West Melody Overstreet - Meredith French - Micael Nuñez - Minnie Phan - Mira Liu Montana Manalo - Nichol Markowitz - Night Diver Press - Nina Aragon Ocean Escalanti  - Orlie Kapitulnik - Pacolli - Paul Rangell Paulina Berczynski - Pável Acevedo - Peter Baczek Pulp Press - RABIA - Rajit Phiosuwan - Robert M Wilson - Robert Minervini Robin Milliken - Rosalie Z. Fanshel - Ross Sullivan - Ryan Harrison - Shirin Bina Sam Vaughan - Samantha Espinoza - Samantha Huang - Sami Graf Sarena Lesem - Sayuri Kimbell - Sean Vranizan - Shelby Rosabal Shirley Chong - Siavash Almeida - Stacy Javier - Stephanie Martin Sudi Wachspress - Suzie McMurtry - Tamar Beja - Tamiko Sidore Tanner Griepentrog - Toru Sugita -Valerie Perez Ordoñez - Veronica Graham Vincent Waring  - Vivian Chen - Wesley Hrubes - Yerrie Choo - Yoko Kikuchi Zach Clark

[culturenlifestyle]

43 Inspirational Quotes On Being Authentic To Yourself

Authenticity, living life being true to who you truly want to be. 

“Authenticity is a collection of choices that we have to make every day. It’s about the choice to show up and be real. The choice to be honest. The choice to let out true selves be seen.” Brene Brown

“Authenticity starts in the heart.” 

Brian D’Angelo

“Authenticity over everything.” 

Anonymous

“If you’re your authentic self, you have no competition.” 

Anonymous

“Don’t trade your authenticity for approval.” 

Anonymous

“Honesty and authenticity are a big deal for me.” 

Scarlett Thomas

“Authenticity: The courage to be yourself.” 

Anonymous

“Be fearlessly authentic.” 

Anonymous

“Authenticity is magnetic.” 

Anonymous

“Authenticity is more important.” 

Anonymous

“Less perfection. More authenticity.” 

Anonymous

“Don’t talk about it, be about it.” 

Anonymous

“Hard times arouse an instinctive desire for authenticity.” 

Coco Chanel

“Authenticity requires a certain measure of vulnerability, transparency, and integrity.” 

Janet Louise Stephenson

“I’ve always loved the idea of not being what people expect me to be.” 

Dita Von Teese

“Authenticity is your most precious commodity as a leader.” 

Marcus Buckingham

“You attract the right things when you have a sense of who you are.” 

Amy Poehler

“The individual has always had to struggle to keep from being overwhelmed by the tribe. If you try it, you will be lonely often, and sometimes frightened. But no price is too high to pay for the privilege of owning yourself.” 

Friedrich Nietzsche

“To become conscious and aware, we must become authentic. Authenticity is the highest form of being.” 

Teal Swan

“We are constantly invited to be who we are.” 

Henry David Thoreau

“Living from a place of authenticity is difficult because those living in distortion see you as a threat to their delusion and some are so attached to that delusion that they will behave in erratic ways to defend their ego’s projection of wounding.” 

Suzanne Wagner

“Aspire to be authentic.” 

Yann Martel

“It takes courage to grow up and become who you really are.” 

E.E. Cummings

“When you are authentic, you create a certain energy, people want to be around you because you are unique.” 

Andie MacDowell

“Accept no one’s definition of your life, define yourself.” 

Anonymous

“Only the truth of who you are, if realized, will set you free.” 

Eckhart Tolle

“To become authentic we require a thirst for freedom.” 

Don Mateo Sol

“I choose to be authentic in everything I do.” 

India Arie

“Have the courage to be who you want to be, in a world that is trying to make you like everyone else.” 

ATGW

“Authenticity is about being true to who you are.” 

Michael Jordan

“As I began to love myself. I found that anguish and emotional suffering are only warning signs that I was living my own truth. Today I know this is authenticity.” 

Charlie Chaplin

“Seek out that particular mental attribute which makes you feel most deeply and vitally alive, along with which comes the inner voice which says, ‘This is the real me,’ and when you have found that attitude, follow it.” 

William James

“Uncover your true self.” 

Anonymous

” Authenticity is more than speaking; Authenticity is also about doing. Every decision we make says something about who we are.” 

Simon Sinek

“When you show up authentic, you create the space for others to do the same. Walk in your truth.”

Anonymous

“Stay true to your brand and true to your voice and audiences will respond to that authenticity with enthusiasm and passion.” 

Kevin Spacey

“The quality of your life is directly related to the authenticity of the dreams you choose to follow.” 

Anonymous

“Authenticity is at the heart of success.” 

Anonymous

“Be yourself, everyone else is taken.” 

Oscar Wilde

“Being sincere and true to yourself defines your authenticity.” 

Arsenio V Manalo Jr

“Own who you are.” 

Anonymous

“I had no idea that being your authentic self could make me as rich as I’ve become. If I had, I’d have done it a lot earlier.” 

Oprah Winfrey

“We have to dare to be ourselves.” 

May Sarton

via 43 Inspirational Quotes On Being Authentic To Yourself By Asad Meah

[emberglowfox]

engineering nerd vs Kibby Cat

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Going to take just a tiny short break to remind myself to add some stuff to the end credits.

Writing Consultant Rosie Richardson 

Music and Score Consultants Alfonso “Coke” Bolipata David Lerer  Gabriel Mendoza

Architecture and Interiors Consultant Mico Manalo

Extraneous Art and Architecture Research  “Birth of the Baroque” and “Baroque’s Dark Heart” hosted by Waldemar Januszczak, produced by Perspective  “Baroque: Architecture, Art, Sculpture” by Rolf Tolman  “Italian Baroque Art (Blackwell Anthologies in Art History 3)” by Susan M Dixon “British Baroque: Power and Illusion” by Tabitha Barber “Artemisia Gentileschi: The Image of the Female Hero in Baroque Art” by Mary D Garrard 

[iamnotaxl]

Para Sa’yo Canjie

Back when I was in elementary, may feelings na ako for you.

Naging mag classmate tayo mula grade 1 to grade 3. Grade 4 kasi nalipat ako ng ibang section. Grade 5 nag meet ulit tayo kay Ma’am Borcena sa Minuyan Proper. Pero nag transfer kasi ako ng school e kaya hindi rin kita nakasama ng matagal sa classroom.

Tanda ko pa nga na hinihiram mo iyong notebook ko kasi tamad kang magsulat at ang pinag-uusapan niyong mga boys ay kung sino na iyong mga nagpatuli at hindi pa.

Tinanong mo nga rin ako noon e. Nginitian lang kita. Pero inamin ko naman sa inyo na that time e supot pa ako.

Maraming mga babaeng kinikilig sa’yo. Even teacher nga e nagkaka crush sayo. Kaya nga kahit hindi ka naman academically inclined nilagay ka pa rin ng adviser mo nung Grade 4 sa Section A nung Grade 5 na tayo.

You’re cute naman kasi talaga. May kakaiba kang appeal sa mga tao. Kahit na hindi katanggap tanggap sa society yung kulay ng balat mo dahil maraming nandidiri sa maiitim. But that makes you more manly now.

As for me, the color of your skin attracted so many girls and gays. Sabi nga ni Ate Oan, malakas ang appeal mo sa bakla. You’re oozing with so much testosterone.

Nagpipigil. Nagtitimpi. Pero tulad ni King David, pinipilit labanan ang libog.

Minsan niyo na rin kasi akong tinanong ni Jem about masturbation. Sinaway lang tayo nina Kuya Ton at Kuya Audie. Bawal daw kasi.

I’m not going to talk about your fantasy or biological desire as a man.

Pag-uusapan natin kung paano ko napalapit sa’yo at kung paano tayo naging friends.

Nung bumalik ako sa simbahan. I told myself na I’ll stay there para makalaya ako sa anxiety. Sabi kasi ng family, lumapit sa Diyos.

Malayo na daw kasi ako sa kinikilala niyong Diyos kaya nagkanda leche-leche ang buhay ko.

Nakipag communicate ako with my cell leader. Sinabi ko sa kanya ang lahat. Then nakabalik ako sa cell namin.

That time, marami akong nakwento sa cell leader ko. Mga bagay na kami lang ang nakakaalam. Mga personal stuff na ‘di pwedeng i-share. I don’t care rin naman if i-kwento niya sa iba. Kaya ayun, nalaman mo na rin dahil palagi kayong magkakasama at sinasama niya ako para maki halubilo sa inyo. Kinausap mo ako. Kinausap rin kita.

Feeling close ka nga nun e. Pero sabi ko. Sige. He’s cool naman pala. That time kasi hindi naman ikaw ang bet ko. As a matter of fact, expired na iyong feelings ko sa’yo dahil 21 na ako nun at matagal naman na akong walang alam tungkol sa’yo. Wala akong bet sa simbahan dahil ‘di naman ako nasasarapan sa lahat ng mga tao dyan.

Gumagwapo lang daw kayo sabi ni Pastor dahil sa biyaya ng Diyos na kinikilala niyo.

Ayaw ko sanang makipag usap sa’yo. Kasi umiiwas ako sa mga lalaki. Hindi ako sanay na nakikipag friends sa inyo. Lalo na sa alam kong mga lalaki talaga.

Mahirap na. Baka ma fall ako knowing elementary palang naging crush na kita. E gwapo ka naman kasi talaga kahit feeling ko jutay ka. (Pero hindi naman yata?)

Natakot talaga ako kasi baka mahulog ang loob ko sa’yo. Pinigilan ko naman e.

Naalala ko pa nga na inaasar ako ng pinsan ko si Ate Gige na baka daw kaya sarap na sarap ako mag stay sa church ay dahil may bet na ako sa inyo.

I denied it. Again, pinigilan ko naman. Pero nangyari nga. Na fall ako sa’yo. Nilihim ko lang.  

Madalas kasi tayong tumambay sa lumang church ng BGO specifically sa third floor. Naging taga tinda kasi ako ng puto niyo. Nakaka putong ina lang kasi feeling ko nun ginagamit niyo lang ako para maka benta.

I’m a kind of person pa naman who always find ways to get even.

Sa pag fi-feeling ko, ako pa nagka atraso kina Kuya Audie at Kuya Ton. Pati kay Jeremy.

Kaya nga nabadtrip din sakin si Jem. Napaka mautak ko raw sa pera. Nalugi kayo. Kasi pinapapak lang natin iyong puto. Sa umpisa lang kasi talaga ako magaling mag remit ng pera that time. Ang katwiran ko naman noon, ako ang nagbebenta kayo lang ang gumagawa. Kaya dapat mas mataas ang sa akin.

I do apologize for that one. I'm sorry alam ko namang bullshit.

Buti nalang talaga Can, mabubuting tao kayo. Na train kayo sa simbahan na maging mababait sa mga taong tulad ko.

Nagagalit nga si Kuya Audie nun. Pero naiinis rin ako sa kanya kasi ayaw niya ipakain satin ang puto dahil nilulugi ko raw kayo. I understand rin naman dahil pag hindi ako dumiskarte kung paano ibebenta walang bibili.  Aminin man natin o hindi pero binabash ang paninda niyo. Pabiro man nila sabihin na hindi masarap iyong puto pero pam ba bash pa rin iyon.

Hindi sa pagyayabang or pagbibida ah.

The truth is ginagawan ko lang ng tamang strategy kung paano ko iyon maibebenta. Like uutuin natin iyong tao sa paraang hindi nila iisipin na inuuto natin sila para maubos iyong paninda.

Mapilit kasi ako sa tao. Kaya nga may mga friends ako na hindi rin nagtagal sakin.

They don’t understand me. Iyong pagiging mapilit ko. Kasi nga may pagka Choleric ako. Gusto ko palagi, masusunod ako.

Ayaw na ayaw kong kino-correct niyo kahit na minsan alam kong mali na ako. Never akong nagpatalo sa’yo, Canjie.

Kasi alam kong may point ang mga sinasabi ko. Lagi kong tumataliwas sa paniniwala niyo. Kahit naman bata palang may sarili na akong katwiran.

Kaya nga kinikilig ako everytime na kino-complement mo ako sa pagiging matalino. Kahit na nakakasawa na dahil alam ko naman na at iyon ang laging naririnig ko sa mga tao pero iba kasi iyong feeling pag galing sa crush mo.

It makes more sense. Gaganahan ka. Nababawasan iyong anxiety ko at lalo kong nagkakaroon ng reason para mabuhay kahit ayaw ko na talaga.

Pero dahil nga sa mga nangyari, umalis ulit ako sa simbahan. Aware ka naman sa mga eksena ko kaya hindi ko na kailangan i-enumerate pa isa-isa sa’yo.

Nung makabalik ako sa church nung nasa Gumaok na ako nakitira at sinubukang magsimba ulit. Kinausap mo ako. You asked me kung saan na ako nagta trabaho. Kinamusta ng konti. Tinapik mo pa nga ako sa braso e. Pero I have to be honest with you na hindi na ako kinikilig noon sa’yo.

That time kasi may ibang nagpapakilig sakin. Si Josh.

Maraming may tutol sa amin noon dahil hindi ko siya pwedeng landiin. Awkward nga kasi ex siya ng friend ko sa school, si Clarize. Pero suportado naman ako nina Clarize at besty Amy na okay lang na mag-enjoy sa feeling ng seaman.

Alam kong huhusgahan kami ng tao sa kung anuman ang namagitan o namamagitan sa amin, Casacop. Pero napasaya niya ako. Nagawa niya sakin iyong akala kong ikaw lang makakagawa dahil alam ng mga pinsan ko na ikaw ang bukang bibig ko right after kong maka survive sa manic episode or depressive stage ko.

Can, wala akong balak landiin ka. Never ko naman ginawa iyon sa’yo ‘diba? Kahit sobrang tempted ako dahil kasama ko kayo palagi sa simbahan. Hindi ko sinubukan at hindi ko ginawa.

Inadd kita sa facebook ngayon dahil burado na iyong isa kong account kung saan tayo friends. Hindi mo ako ini-accept at hindi ko alam kung bakit.

Wala akong balak sabihin sa’yo na gusto kita at mag confess dahil alam ko sa sarili ko na hindi naman na talaga. Sumulat lang ako kasi gusto ko nang i-release iyong natira pang feeling sa hypothalamus ko. Para naman totally mawala ka na sa subconsciousness ko at tuluyan na akong makalaya sa’yo.

Kasi sa sobrang landi ko mag-isip. Sa tuwing unstable ang emotion ko naiisip ko pa rin lahat ng mga lalaking nagdaan sa buhay ko na hindi ko naman naging jowa karamihan pero tinutuloy ko sa notebook iyong love story na sobrang labong mangyari.

Wala akong paki alam sa sasabihin ng ibang tao. Ang mahalaga sa akin Can is alam mo na naging very honest ako sa’yo. No pretentions. No hidden agenda. Only pure friendship. Kaya nga I am thankful dahil tinanggap niyo ako regardless of being sarcastic at puro optimistic kayo.

Totoo nga yung sinabi sa akin ng mga kuya ko na sa simbahan ako makakahanap ng mga totoong kaibigan na hindi ka i-impluwensyahan na gumawa ng anything against sa kinikilala niyong Diyos. Nakatagpo ako ng mga lalaki na totoong concern at hindi ako ginago lang.

Pero iba kasi talaga iyong beliefs ko sa inyo. Hindi man tayo pareho nang kinikilalang Diyos but I am very happy and thankful na hindi niyo ako hinusgahan.

Tinanggap mo ako bilang kaibigan at tinuruan pa kung paano ko ititigil ang paninigarilyo pero hindi ko naman ginawa.

Magkaiba kasi talaga tayo nang paniniwala. Naniniwala ako sa horoscope at sobrang against yun sa doctrine niyo dahil as per Ptr. Hiram Pangilian, isa ang horoscope para dayain kayo ng kinikilala niyong kaaway. Occult practices daw kasi iyon.

I beg to disagree. Dahil sa totoo lang naging guide ko ang aking Zodiac Sign para magpatuloy sa buhay. May free will pa rin naman ako at intellect kaya ginagamit ko pa rin ang cognitive domain ko para mag desisyon ng tama at nang makabubuti para sa akin.

Gusto kong sabihin sayo Canjie na masaya ako sa panandaliang friendship na meron tayo. Masaya ako kasi napatawa mo ako sa kabila ng lungkot at galit sa mundo na naranasan ko nung time na working student ako.

Hanggang ngayon naman meron pa rin. Pero ginagawa ko na ang lahat para manalo sa mga demonyo. 

Salamat kasi naging totoo ka sakin.

Ngayon, alam ko na sa sarili ko na tuluyan na akong malaya sa nararamdaman ko para sa’yo. Gusto ko lang naman talaga malaman mo na isa ka sa mga taong nagdaan kung bakit matapang na akong magpakilala bilang writer.

Parte ka ng writing journey ko.

Malungkot man sa part ko pero ngayon hindi ka na kasama sa pagsusulat ko at siguro wala ka naman pakialam.

Pero ma mi-miss ko iyong ngiti mo. Ma mi-miss ko iyong tawa mo. Pati iyong heart like a child na meron ka. Dahilan kung bakit hinahangaan ka ng mga leaders sa BGO. Parang si King David lang rin. A man after God’s own heart.

Totoo nga yong sinabi nila na tuturuan ka nang panandaliang tao sa buhay mo nang pang matagalang lessons.  

Baon ko iyong mga magagandang traits na meron ka and I will always keep that forever.

Muli Salamat at gaya nga ng lagi mong sinasabi MABUHAY KA HANGGAT GUSTO MO.

-Tengmuts

I don’t own this photo. Peram lang Canjie ah. :) 

[phgq]

San Juan enters MPBL finals

#PHnews: San Juan enters MPBL finals

MANILA – San Juan Knights booked the first seat in the Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League (MPBL) Finals after trouncing Makati Super Crunch, 131-54, in the long-awaited resumption of the playoffs at the Subic Bay Gymnasium on Wednesday night.

Exactly a year after the league last played before the coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) pandemic went full-blown in the Philippines, the Knights put up a historic performance against a heavily undermanned Super Crunch squad.

With most of the key players not around due to a reported management issue, Makati, which only brought in exactly five homegrown players including former University Athletic Association of the Philippines star Edwin Asoro and professional dunker David Carlos to the Subic bubble, struggled against the full force San Juan, which even got to bring back NLEX player Mike Ayonayon to finish his MPBL stint.

The Knights opened the game on a 15-0 run, and the Super Crunch only got to break the ice at the 5:40 mark of the first quarter on a Bhabap Sta. Maria field goal.

It was essentially San Juan's show all game long as the team's 77-point winning margin set an MPBL record for the most lopsided victory, eclipsing Bacoor City's 109-56 rout of Parañaque during the regular season back in 2019.

John Wilson led the Knights with 22 points on 9-of-11 shooting, six rebounds, four assists, and two steals in just 18 minutes of play.

Jhonard Clarito added 20 points, 13 rebounds, four assists, and two blocks off the bench.

Ayonayon, who was cleared by the PBA to make an MPBL return, added a triple-double of 10 points, 10 rebounds, and 11 assists with one block.

Asoro led the Super Crunch with 21 points, two rebounds, one assist, four blocks, and one steal.

San Juan will have to wait a little longer before they can determine their opponent in the national finals as the South Division final between Basilan (and Davao Occidental has been postponed due to a suspected Covid-19 case within the Basilan camp.

Early troubles

Trouble marred the MPBL bubble right before it even started after the league confirmed earlier in the day that a member of the Steel was tested positive for Covid-19.

The MPBL did not disclose who the player was, but they placed Basilan in isolation.

"We are under seven days quarantine," head coach Jerson Cabiltes said.

The Steel will all be retested next week, and those tested negative might be able to take on the Tigers in their knockout game, which has been moved to next Wednesday.

'Small victory'

Despite being on the wrong end of what would be the biggest blowout in Philippine basketball at least in recent memory, Carlos said the Super Crunch fought until the end.

"Sa amin accomplishment na 'yon. Small victory na 'yon dahil kaming lima lumaban kaming united (For us it is an accomplishment. It is considered a small victory because we all played united)," he quipped. "Kahit na 'yung resulta ay hindi namin gusto, but nagawa naman namin 'yung game plan namin. Hindi kami sumabay sa takbuhan nila. Nag-zone kami the whole game (Even if we do not like the result, we still did our game plan. We did not keep pace with them in the running game. We played zone defense the entire game)."

He then said that he is dedicating the game to the "Makatizens".

"Ginawa namin ito para sa mga taga-Makati, para matapos namin on a high note 'yung liga (We did this for the Makati residents so that we can finish the league on a high note)," Carlos said.

Henry Subido, who was named Makati's interim coach before the game, commended Carlos, Asoro, Sta. Maria, Carlo Lloren, and Kako Morales for the gallant stand despite the insurmountable odds.

"Malaking bagay na inilaro pa nila 'yung game considering na five players lang sila (It is a great thing that they still played the game considering that there are only five players in the team). It speaks a lot about their character," the Super Crunch mentor said. "They did a great job for sacrificing a lot knowing that they'll be playing na sila-sila lang (all by themselves)."

Even the Knights could not help but be amazed by the Super Crunch's heart.

"Credit din sa lima ng Makati. Mahirap maglaro ng lima lang ah! 'Yung pace pa namin takbuhan (Credit goes to the Makati five. It is hard to play with only five players! All the more that we like to hasten the pace)," Ayonayon said.

"Thank you sa Makati at sa mga players na talagang nagpakita pa rin sila. Kulang lang sila pero 'yung sa effort nakita namin na gusto rin talaga nila maglaro at manalo (Thank you to Makati and to its players who still showed up. They may be undermanned, but based on their efforts, we observed that they also wanted to play and win)," added Knights coach Randy Alcantara.

But he is also aware that they have a job to do.

"Sinabi ko sa mga players huwag tumingin kung sino ang kalaban namin. Ipinakita ng mga players na hindi sila nag-relax, nag-effort pa rin sila para makita na convincing win talaga (I told the players not to look at who we are facing. The players showed that they did not relax, and they still put up an effort to show that it is really a convincing win)," Alcantara said.

Meanwhile, former Makati coach Beaujing Acot, who still joined the team in the bubble but as a consultant now, still got to thank his team's key players despite not making it to the Metro Olongapo area.

"Very proud ako sa inyo (I am very proud of all of you). I know you deserve to be here. Everybody deserves to be here but there are things I cannot control. We also have to understand I'm just an employee also," Acot said. (PNA) 

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References:

* Philippine News Agency. "San Juan enters MPBL finals." Philippine News Agency. https://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1133245 (accessed March 11, 2021 at 04:06PM UTC+14).

* Philippine News Agency. "San Juan enters MPBL finals." Archive Today. https://archive.ph/?run=1&url=https://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1133245 (archived).

[kryssha]

Pake Ngold Bar

Andal,Joshua. The one with the cleanliest writing and notes. Thank you for being part of the B'nights + 1, even though you don’t know the meaning of our name and sometimes we depend on you. I like whenever you dance, I can see the determination in your eyes specially on contests.

Andrade,Cj. My another seatmate,thank you for the shared thoughts. And even though I don’t like your attitude sometimes or leaving me in our table,I still thank you for helping me for some things.

Antonio,Andrew.  You can be weird sometimes or it’s just that I don’t understand what you are doing. But thank you for the shared knowledge and memories since elementary.

Bacud,Kenneth. Sometimes you say things we consider harsh but those words will make you realize what you did or see what’s wrong. Anyway, thank you for the jaw-aching jokes you share with us everyday,Director. 

Ballad,Ronnie. You are one of the funniest in the class, you effortlessly make us laugh. I will never forget your white hair.

Castillo,Laurence. Learn to lower your pride sometimes, it’s not good already. I like how straightforward you are but sometimes you need to think before you speak and stop sleeping on the floor. It’s ok if you’re not an ARMY anymore, you’re not a big deal. You can fanboy on WANNA ONE but remember they’ll disband soon.

Cusipag,Freidrich. I envy you and Jemarie because of how you memorize lessons. Maybe you could give me some tips. Tell me also how your height grew higher in a year.

Dayrit,Karlos. We’re classmates since elementary but I still seldom hear your voice. Don’t be shy anymore. Speak up when you want to say something, I know there are a lot.

De la Cuesta,Aaron. Thank you for showing me your drawings, I admire those sketches. And thank you for listening to me and talking to me even if I say or do weird stuffs sometimes.

Diaz, Mark Daryll. Being easy going is ok but we are not living in a pure game. Soemtimes we need to be serious on some matters.

Herbert, Harvey Jr.. You are one of the reasons why we have a great school year, together with Niña and Karissa. The three of you started the asi and bain expressions which everyone uses now. I thank you for that contribution. I admire you for your creativity, your works amaze me everytime. 

Maguddayao, Ryan Ramde. We’re classmates since grade 1 except grade 7 but we still didn’t talk much. Well I still thank you for everything. 

Malana, Kharl Emil.  You are clingy but it’s ok I’m already used to it. I really like your company and you are easy to approach. Stay as a easy-going guy but you should sometimes get serious. And I hope you now have a concrete decision about the path you’re taking for your future.

Mallillin, Jonard. You maybe pabebe, i don’t care because i’ve been friends with Yran for three years so im already immune. But don’t change. If that’s what you are, just stay like that. I envy you because of your body, I wish soon I will that kind of body too.

Matammu, John Roe. I admire you for your writing skills. I am also happy that you join us when we invite you to play with us. You are slowly going out your comfort zone. Keep it up.

Pelagio, John Whesley. You should control your temper,chill out sometimes and minimize being too straightforward.

Portillo, Felmar. I still get surprised for your sudden jokes but those really made me laugh. Your words maybe make it shallow sometimes for us to understand easier.

Santias, Timios Raenan. I admire you for your leadership but sometimes you don’t have to take all the responsibility. Still, thank you for your efforts and for being our president. Precious Joy.

Villanueva, Kliff Yran. Just like Christelle, we are part of different squads but in the end the three of us are still together. I hope our friendship will last. I’m glad that you open up to us. When you need someone, I’m here. I’ll listen, all your words make sense anyway.

Addatu,Darylle. My seatmate (nevermind Cj hahaha). Thank you for everything you shared specially your alcohol. Thank you also for not leaving me alone in our table sometimes.

Articulo,Judee. Sometimes your weird, i can’t exactly explain why but for me there are things you do sometimes that makes you weird. Aside from that, you are a simple girl, stay like that.  

Bassig,Janae. You’re a person with sooo much energy and laughs at own joke even it is corny, but sometimes havey. Thank you for the shared thoughts and answers. Stay what you are right now. Continue being friendly and kind to everyone. And stay pretty.

Beños,Buena. My classmate since grade 7 that became a close friend in grade 10. You think she a very silent girl but when you get to know her and became close to her, you’ll see the kalog side of her. Other than that she is kind,reliable,talented and pretty. You will just fall in love with her sweet voice. And I thank her because my ears are blessed and cleaned. I hope this girl will not change because I like the way she is right now. 

Binarao,Angelica. Our Liza Soberano who still aims for a pretty body. You already have the beautiful body, you are my body goal if you didn’t know. By the way, you are the kindest person I met. I thank you for being the one I talk to whenever my tablemates leave me. Both you and Aaron. Stay pretty and continue being kind.

Bitanga,Karen. You are beautiful the way you are. Don’t mind what others tell you, they are just envy of because you have the eyebrows and they don’t have. 

Calbario,Julia. You are one those who we rely on whenever there tests and I thank you for sharing your answers. I thank you too for being my dance teacher. I really like your groove. I hope both of us soon will grow taller and you’ll have laman in your body.

Calvo,Angelica. The girl with the loudest laugh. You laugh because of her laugh. Hurt her or her friends one time, she’ll hurt you a thousand times. It’s dangerous to sit beside specially when she is kinikilig because her hit is like a plywood. She is also my twinnie because we have the same back. Calvo, I thank you for being a friend of mine. Thank you for joining me fangirling on our KPOP idols. 

Cardenas,Salve. I missed your sudden laugh. I hope you will return soon. Whatever happened that will pass soon and always remember every good memories you shared with us and I’ll remember those too.

Castro,Christelle. We’re friends for we know how long, I hope that will be longer and I wish soon you will have a sense of direction (hahahahaha). We are classmates since elementary, I don’t care if we are classmates again for the next SY ‘cause I enjoy every moment I share with you. We may have different squads but in the end we are beside each other. The connection between us, I don’t want that to break. Also keep on writing and giving your insights through writing.

Doctolero,Kristel. Oyiiiieeee char. Gubsiee, we’re kinda close when we are in grade 7 but I don’t know if you remember that. But I’m happy that we became real friends, we became closer. Even though you sometimes break the mood because of you corny hirit, it’s ok , it’s what makes us laugh louder.

Durian,Samantha. Thanks for Jungkook we became friends. But I thank you for fangirling with me over BTS. Thank you for the memories during the making of our Research Project and everything.

Gañac,Naiza. You’re so cute, you’re cheeks I love them. You’re still the Naiza I knew in elementary. I like how optimistic you are, how you always see the bright side. Stay cute and kind. I hope you won’t forget me. Goodluck in USL.

Genoveza, Jeanelle. Our Maria Clara who can do things you don’t expect her to do. We also don’t talk much but thank you for the shared answers and memories for being a member in our Research project and a classmate for 3 years. (Galing mong kumembot 😉)

Guiyab,Editha. Our little Ivy Aguas, I admire you of how you stand up for yourself despite of your height. You are David that can bring down any Goliath blocking your way. I really admire you because of that,stay like that and maybe that will be some of help in the future.

Guzman,Grace. I really like your attitude, whenever you tell a joke even if its really a joke and you thought you offended someone you would immediately say sorry. You are kind too and you always make everyone laugh. I’m very proud of you being our runway queen,Hwasa of the Philippines.

Maggay,Mica. We don’t converse much but I thank you for the reviewer in Research last grading. Thank you for being my classmate for 2 years and for the memories you shared with us. 

Manalo,Karissa. Thank you for letting us laugh even if it is mangibabain on your side. Thank you for your macaroons even if it is not free, it’s still delicious. And I’m glad that I met you as a kalog neneng and that you became an ARMY because that’s the reason why we talk often.

Matammu,Niña. I admire you being a confident girl. I admire how you stand up for yourself and staying strong whenever people let you down. I’m very much happy that you became my classmate. You are always there when best memories are made. Thank you for the memories, the laughter and kababain moments with you.

Narag,ABCD. I don’t know why some say that you are hard to approach and I don’t know why I thought like that too. When in reality, you are fun to be with. That you are still a teenage girl with dreams and worries in life. I know you are someone they should not afraid of. I admire all your writings and your speaking skills. You are a very talented girl,I hope soon you will find what you are looking for.

Raralio,Kathrina.  We are not close but I know you are kind and have a beautiful heart as you have a beautiful face. Thank you for the memories and answers and help.

Salva,Shanyleigh. You really look like Poppy. Btw, I always see you laughing and smiling so I hope the next time we see each other again, I will see those beautiful bright smile and hear your laugh. 

Tabbu,Precious. We only talk to each other when if it is about school and we are not that close but thank you for your answers when I have questions. Thank you during that time in EsP.

Tamaray,Ayra. We don’t talk much but you will see me beside you laughing at your jokes. Thank you for making us laugh and people around you happy.

Tan,Kezia. A girl with mababaw na kaligayahan. I thought she is quiet but as days go by you’ll hear her laughs and her shouting CHAMBE! CHAMBE! CHAMBE! CHAMBE! over and over. She maybe don’t know but she is amazing, she can do incredible things. She just have to take action.

Tapiru,Jemarie. I thought you are a very silent girl because back in grade 8 I seldom hear you but when we became closer, I noticed that you also say a lot of things. I am amazed on how you review our lessons, how you memorize every detail, every word in the book. You even correct us if we forgot a single word, sometimes it is just a linking verb. I wish I could that, too.

Tattao,Katreena. I admire you for being strong and keep on moving. I know it’s hard being a president, doing all major work. Stress is painted on your face but you still give us your sweet smile. Stay being sweet and don’t change.

Tuliao,Joanna. Neng, thank you for your immediate replies whenever I message you, I hope others do that also. We also became friends because of crushes who are from far far away and I thank you because I have someone to share my kilig feels.

Thank you all for every bain moments, answers, stories, laughs and tears you shared. Those will never be forgotten. 

Wishing everyone best of luck for SHS. God Bless!

Agyamannak ta nakilalak sikayo amin. I Love you all, mga asi *finger heart

[dyoungv]

This Saturday night!!!!! "El Final De Una Era" (The End of An Era) Please join us for our Final Show Wonderlandsf Hernandez-Feiks Saturday June 1, 2019 from 6pm until the cops show up!! I hope you can come and celebrate 10 years of supporting our community of amazing artists. Truly honored to be showcasing the works of: Aaron Johnson Abel Manalo Alberto Hernandez Alberto Ybarra Alec Huxley Alex Garcia Alice Koswara Amanda Lynn Amos Goldbaum Amy Ahlstrom Andreina Davila Andrew Fuller Andrew MacRae Ben Collison Benjamin Ahn Bianca Lewin Blanca levan Brad K. Alder Brandon Hurley Brett Crawford Camelia Skikos Carmela Cucueco Cat Sommer Chris Granillo Chris Leib Chris W. Stokes Cindy Shih Daniel Segrove Daryll Peirce David Young V Delphyne V Derek Lynch Dianne Hoffman Dom Fontana Doug Rhodes Elodie Boucher Eon75 (Max Hrman) Eric Joyner Eve Skylar Felicia Gabaldon Felicia Ann Fleur Spolidor Gooch Helice Wen Henry Lewis Hilary Williams Houston Berry Ian Reynold Ian Ross Irene Feiks Ismar Mahmutovic Jacinto Castillo J.L. King Jessica Petrie Jesus Hernandez Joel Tesch John Wentz Jon Ching Jonah Burlingame Joshua Coffy Joshua lawyer Josh Thurman Jun Yang Justin Young Karla Korazon Keegan Roberson Kelly Nicolaisen Kelly Tunstall Kenneth Malone Kevin Earl Taylor Lacey Bryant Lana Kohn Laura Buss Leon Loucheur Lindsey Millikan Locust Lucas Bononi Luciano Roque Maja Planinac Marcus Era Marina Berlin Mario Navasero Mark Campbell Mark Lynch Mary Syring Matt Hunter Maureen Shields Mexakitsch Micah LeBRUN Michael Murphy Mj Lindo Monty Guy Nate 1 Nate Geare Nathalie Fabri Nick Flatt Nome Edona Olympia Altimir Galvez Ozi magana Paul Hemming Patrick Hoffmeister Paul Lewin Paul Morin Peter Samuels Phillip Hua Pixelstud Rachel Znerold Ransom & Mitchell Raul D'Mauries Reiner Hansen Rick Kitagawa Rob Harris Robert Bowen + more This is a very special show!!! I really hope you can come and celebrate with us 10 years of Wonderland SF amazing art, music, food truck by Dmaize . When : Saturday June 1, 2019 from 6pm-cops show up where: Wonderland Sf (1266 Valencia Street, SF 94110) www.wonderlandsf.com 415-205-4587 wonderlandsfgallery@gmail.com (at Wonderland SF) https://www.instagram.com/p/ByEIQtlhcxf/?igshid=14n6urfszznk4

[artinthefaceofdisaster]

art in the face of disaster.

               Art, in every form, is a source of entertainment and enjoyment. However, its purpose must not be restricted to providing amusement alone. It is also responsible for sparking countless revolutions. Creation of visual language allows the voice of the silenced to be heard. It also accounts to the controlled flow of information; it is the primary means of communication during trying times, like the occurrence of natural disasters.

               Paton and Johnston (2017) states in their book “Disaster Resilience: An Integrated Approach” that an artist have the capability to create small changes in the behavior of the system. It means that visual artists can change how elements of the world are perceived. In the case of a disaster, they can utilize the medium of their art to facilitate disaster recovery. It does not only promote courage to rise despite dark clouds, but it also encourages resilience.

Here are 5 paintings and cartoons that portray the role of art during calamities/disasters in the Philippines:

1.      After the Storm by Aldy Aguirre

 AFTER THE STORM, ALDY AGUIRRE, 2015 – 2015, From the collection of: Center for Art, New Ventures & Sustainable Development (CANVAS)

          This artwork depicts how Filipinos always remain positive even during tragic incidents. No matter how many houses are destroyed after strong typhoons, we still manage to hold each other tightly for assurance that we are strong enough to get up and start another day with a smile.

2.       Ang Yabang Pinoy by Pio Mallari

ANG YABANG PINOY, PIO MALLARI, 2015 – 2015, From the collection of: Center for Art, New Ventures & Sustainable Development (CANVAS)

          “May angas. May yabang,” is often said by Filipinos to increase their hopes and bravely face each storm that comes their way.

3.       Thrive by Rovi Jesher Salegumba

THRIVE, ROVI JESHER SALEGUMBA, 2015 – 2015, From the collection of: Center for Art, New Ventures & Sustainable Development (CANVAS)

·         Portrayed in the art is the resilience possessed by Filipinos. It shows a calm and composed woman holding a white dove and a flower in bloom. The former represents serenity, while the latter symbolizes the ability of Filipinos to thrive amidst disasters.

4.       The Power of Prayer by Zach

THE POWER OF PRAYER, ZACH, 2020 – 2020, From the Facebook page of the artist.

·         This unique art negates the idea of using mere resilience and prayers as shields from natural disasters. It gives a glimpse of how Filipinos had to deal with damage of seasonal calamities and the COVID-19 pandemic using only sheer resilience and without proper governance.

5.       by Kenneth I. Bessmonte

UNTITLED, KENNETH I. BESSMONTE, 2020 – 2020, From the Facebook page of the artist.

·         The recent chain of storms that hit the country had caused the artists to use their skills to reveal the nation’s current situation. The artist expresses his viewpoints regarding the government’s lack of intuition. It shows how the president addressed the effect of the typhoons to his fellow Filipinos that are in dire need of help and proper governance.

In addition to the list above, here are some other art forms that Filipinos created to create an awareness regarding disasters in the Philippines:

1.       Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (DRRM) Song by High School students 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iNT1yS3UCt0

          This video shows the essence of understanding disaster awareness. It aims to educate individuals that are vulnerable to disasters. This has reached approximately 37,000 views on YouTube which means that it may have reached a lot of individuals that are uneducated regarding DRRM. Through this song, numerous people are able to take a step towards safety.

2.       Rise Amidst Uncertainty by David Joshua Antonio 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iR-vbttnBDQ

          A song by David Joshua Antonio entitled “Rise Amidst Uncertainty” aims to encourage Filipino citizens to rise as one despite different calamities that the country encountered. It also promotes love as the answer to every problem.

3.       Sinag by Jaben Paragsa

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aZaZGOn9dRQ

           This song depicts how hopes in every individual rise to form a light despite the darkness. It builds a form of healing and peace. In addition, it also tells the listeners to continue to fight because every battle has an end.

4.       KAPIT: A docu-theatre and live multimedia performance about Yolanda survivors by Issa Manalo Lopez and J Laspuña

Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/pilar-hidalgo-auditorium/kapit-a-docu-theatre-and-live-multimedia-performance-on-yolanda-survivors/1042923195773095/ 

         This docu-theatre and live multimedia performance dramatizes the experiences of Yolanda/Haiyan survivors and alerts the viewers about the hardships that the underprivileged individuals experience during these trying times.

Aside from the art forms that I have mentioned above, there are also other ways to utilize art during calamities.

               One of the ways that art is helpful in turning disasters into an opportunity to give is managing an auction to raise funds for the victims. Last December 12, 2019, Secretary Michael Lloyd Dino has organized an event that exhibits and auctions artworks. According to Saavedra (2019), the said charity fund-raising exhibit has successfully raised P50 million and donated a total of P25 million for the victims of Typhoon Tisoy / Kammuri.

Source: https://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1088572

               There are numerous other platforms that can be used to exhibit different artworks; the only thing that one needs is the passion and empathy to do it. If adequate number of people acquires enough eagerness to use art to help others that lack proper education concerning natural disasters, the world may be better than the world we are living in today. Regardless of art-making skills, the audacity itself to take bold risks in contributing to the betterment of the world by means of educating more individuals about the disasters that the country experience seasonally is a huge step.