Which among Wang Wei, Tu Fu and Li Po you like best in terms of theme and style? Why?
If I would be a poet, I would love to be a student of Tu Fu because, for one, I would really like to learn how to create vivid imagery because I know it is one of the most important elements of poetry. Poetry will never be sophisticated and unique without the color and magic that it brings. Among the three, he is the one who can really portray life by using powerful images that really connect with the mood/atmosphere of his poem. Moreso, he knows how to bring out and focus on the positive sides/angles of nature to uplift the spirit of his people despite the 'war' theme that is always prevalent in his poems.
Who is your pick?
Thursday, July 17, 2008
Thursday, July 10, 2008
Analects for the Filipinos
If you would be asked to give 5 Analects for the Filipinos, what would they be?
Here are my own Analects for the Filipinos:
1. Government officials should learn how to SERVE, not to be served.
2. For those in media, do not wash your dirty linen in public.
3. More than holding strikes and protests against the government, concentrate on how we can concretely contribute to the betterment of our people like participating in Pondo ng Pinoy.
4. Live simply to live free from anxiety. Eliminate the material things that you can really live without.
5. Ideally, rules are made to be followed.
HOW ABOUT YOU?
Here are my own Analects for the Filipinos:
1. Government officials should learn how to SERVE, not to be served.
2. For those in media, do not wash your dirty linen in public.
3. More than holding strikes and protests against the government, concentrate on how we can concretely contribute to the betterment of our people like participating in Pondo ng Pinoy.
4. Live simply to live free from anxiety. Eliminate the material things that you can really live without.
5. Ideally, rules are made to be followed.
HOW ABOUT YOU?
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
Conversation with God
IF YOU WOULD BE GIVEN A CHANCE TO HAVE A CONVERSATION WITH GOD FOR JUST ONE HOUR, WHAT WOULD YOU TELL HIM OR ASK HIM?
If I would be able to talk to God for just one hour, I would be very excited to ask him, first and foremost, what mission He would like me to fulfill. Is it to be a religious, to be a missionary, to be a mother and wife or to continue being a teacher or, perhaps, professor in the future. Many people would ask almost everyday of their life about their purpose in this world. However, after a long time of reflecting about it, some people would still end up directionless.
So, if I would be able to meet God, I would ask him this question that has been within me for many years now, so that I can right away start with the mission that He would like to entrust to me--on which I would be His instrument and on which I would have a sense of fulfillment.
How about you?
If I would be able to talk to God for just one hour, I would be very excited to ask him, first and foremost, what mission He would like me to fulfill. Is it to be a religious, to be a missionary, to be a mother and wife or to continue being a teacher or, perhaps, professor in the future. Many people would ask almost everyday of their life about their purpose in this world. However, after a long time of reflecting about it, some people would still end up directionless.
So, if I would be able to meet God, I would ask him this question that has been within me for many years now, so that I can right away start with the mission that He would like to entrust to me--on which I would be His instrument and on which I would have a sense of fulfillment.
How about you?
Tuesday, June 24, 2008
Satori:Moments of Enlightenment
WHEN ARE THOSE TIMES THAT YOU FEEL "SATORI"--MOMENTS WHEN YOU FEEL ENLIGHTENED DESPITE OUR EVERYDAY STRUGGLES AND SUFFERINGS?
Personally, I feel "satori" whenever I get to share my talents and skills with others, most especially to the youth. Like last year, when we had our Grade 7 legacy, I must admit I was really dead-tired with teaching them how to sing, act and dance. But after seeing them perform in the concert, I felt so fulfilled about my life, not only as a teacher but also as an individual. Knowing that I was able to give these girls the chance to be themselves (in a productive way) and enjoy their God-given talents made me feel that I'm already done with the 1st step of the ladder of my mission which God has entrusted to me.
How about you?
Personally, I feel "satori" whenever I get to share my talents and skills with others, most especially to the youth. Like last year, when we had our Grade 7 legacy, I must admit I was really dead-tired with teaching them how to sing, act and dance. But after seeing them perform in the concert, I felt so fulfilled about my life, not only as a teacher but also as an individual. Knowing that I was able to give these girls the chance to be themselves (in a productive way) and enjoy their God-given talents made me feel that I'm already done with the 1st step of the ladder of my mission which God has entrusted to me.
How about you?
Sunday, June 15, 2008
Kinds of Afro-Asian Poetry
WHICH OF THE FORMS OF AFRO-ASIAN POETRY DISCUSSED IN CLASS YOU FOUND MOST INTERESTING?
I found sijo the most interesting one because it has very long lines that I guess it entails hard work for a Korean poet to compose even just a line! Takes a very long time to finish! Much more if you're going to write an Indian epic! A Mahabarata which is considered the longest epic in the world. Good thing, there's haiku!
How about you?
I found sijo the most interesting one because it has very long lines that I guess it entails hard work for a Korean poet to compose even just a line! Takes a very long time to finish! Much more if you're going to write an Indian epic! A Mahabarata which is considered the longest epic in the world. Good thing, there's haiku!
How about you?
Wednesday, June 4, 2008
opening of Sy2008-2009
haha...it's my first time to write a blog after so many years of being blind to the existence of advanced technology. one of my "school year resolutions"is to get into the interests of the students like blogging to enter their psyche somehow and get to know them better. i hope i would have time for this. for my next blogs I hope to share my insights on the literature that my class will be discussing for the next months. i hope that my students too would respond and never hesitate to share what they think about our lessons.this would really be enriching. im excited for the next school year.english teacher can't wait!
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