Prayer VS. Tragedy

Indeed, you are right. Prayers may not be able to bring back the dead and things that have already been destroyed. And the rain might not stop no matter how much we wish for it to go away. Because on the first place, everything that comes down naturally has been brought about by God. But you are definitely wrong about your idea that a prayer will not solve anything. Because prayers are man's proof that they have faith in God.

We are very much aware that each and everyone of us shall perish and be one with the land. Have you ever thought that maybe this is just the natural way of declaring that our time is up? Have you ever thought of that? Face it or not. Soon in our lives, we shall return to Him and face whatever consequence we will have after the life we have lived. Prayers may not be able to bring back the dead, or put up that houses that have gone to waste, but prayers are able to uplift one's soul. Prayers give people something to look forward to. The most important thing during the time of need, is hope. Prayers exist in order to assure that people will not give up and their hopes of living a better life will remain. Don't think of God as a predictable being. He is the most intelligent and the most powerful above all. He knows what He is doing.

[I am not a full-fledged Christian, but I could not stand people who are stepping on others' belief. I am defending the Christian faith, because I for one also believe in something. And I do not want anyone to put a limit on my faith. Religion is something to respect. It is not something one should just blabber about.]

[I wrote this using my point of view if I were a Christian.]

Change the World

How the heck do you expect to run a country without a government?
The country will be crowded with immorality, sin, and crime if no one will moderate the condition of this country. Despite the presence of the law, some people still want to kill, steal, abuse, and rule over the minds of mankind. If people will not struggle to become righteous, then what will become of the future? The only key to perfection is by surrendering and giving up all your mortal desires. But since most people are not yet ready to do that, they have to deal with different challenges and hardships in their life. Only to find out that these obstacles are only caused by their own baby wishes.

So quit dropping off bullshits because nothing will happen. If men will not do something for the sake of the future, then you as an individual have the power to change something for yourself. But you can never ever mess with the lives of other people. This is based upon the eyes of the law, principle of science, and even different religions.

"No matter how gifted, you alone cannot change the world."
-L

Star-Crossed Means by Fatima Ellaine M. Sisracon

Have you ever heard of term homosexual? Or third sex? How about lesbians, gays, and bisexuals? Sounds familiar, right? Most people define them as those who have sinned, psychologically and physiologically declined, and in worse cases define them are retards. Why is this so? This is due to the fact that scientifically and biblically speaking; there are only two sexual categories in existence: the male and the female. Since the old days, a family is known to be composed of one male, a female and their offspring. That is how most people see it. They always neglect the third sex. The fact that there are people, who have unique sexual orientations, means that there is the existence of the so-called third sex. Why is it so hard for people to accept? They are not forced or even encouraged to engage in a homosexual nuclear family, but they oppose too much. Some persons who have a straight sexual orientation by nature, hate seeing those of the opposite case. That is why I realized that it’s time for a change. We have the power to change this world if we want to.

I would be happy to vouch for President Obama’s approval and legalization of the “same sex marriage” in the United States. This is a good way of promoting equality within a nation. I do think that a nation that cannot even respect people of different nature is a weak nation. It is very important for a country to have equality in order to ensure justice and freedom among its citizens. If people can’t even control the desire to criticize someone, then they are nothing but low-life creatures that are destroying their own kind.

I do believe that the sole purpose of marriage is not merely to reproduce and assure the continuing generation of our specie. Marriage is a sacred process of uniting two souls who live for each other and have the idea of perishing together. In other words, marriage is for everybody. The holy matrimony is done with two people who dearly love each other regardless of their age, nationality, and even gender. You don’t need to be a guy to fall in love with a girl. And same goes for guys that don’t have to be girls in order to love a guy. The reason why we are given free-will is in order to choose who we want to marry, and the person we want to spend the rest of our lives with. Love comes and goes for each and every one of us. That is why, we need to learn to accept and understand others. Let us put ourselves in others’ shoes. Wouldn’t we be happy if we are to marry the one we love instead of marrying the one who should be with us? I think the third sex should be accepted and honored around the world. These people aren’t retarded or above normal. They are just being themselves. Would you call being yourself, abnormal? No. Because being you, means being a unique individual in this world who has his own preferences and happiness.

Let us stop the discrimination. Let us quit with the inequality among the members of the society. Give a fair chance to everyone. I hereby, lead the people of the advocacy to promote equality, justice and freedom in this government, as it was mentioned in the 1987 Philippine Constitution. Be proud of what we are. Be proud of what we can become. And be proud that we are able to advocate for Our Star-Crossed Means for ourselves and for our fellowmen.

Clepsydra in a Machine Empire by Fatima Ellaine M. Sisracon

During the twentieth century, many changes occurred in this world. And these changes per se, are those that people from the past could never even have imagined. Who would have thought that the dark ages would end and that the crusades would achieve something?, who would have predicted that the Holy Roman Empire would have such a great fall? Well, shame on the people who said that man cannot fly. Thanks to those who were brave enough to explore the depths of the sea, that we have discovered such amazing treasures hidden under the blue.

Indeed, men have immeasurable capabilities and the power to change this world. The past, present, and the future of this world lie on the hands of each and every person who are born, living, and even those who have perished. As time passed by, men have learned so many things. They were able to surpass every living creature, from soaring birds, running bison, surging sharks, and others far beyond our imagination. To start with, humans have put up a good use of their intelligence. Their way of living has become easy compared to others who have to fight and work for survival. However, what has become of our immeasurable capabilities? Because of the advancement of science, the modern world has fused itself with a machine, therefore, putting a limit to every person’s capabilities. Mankind has become too dependent on technology. Men aren’t meant to be like this! Men were born without satisfactions. Men are supposed to live their lives without contentment. We need to desire for more. We should give a great meaning to our existence. Our clepsydra has moved. We better get out of the machine empire.

Community Service

Seeing You With My Eyes Closed

Nights have been really weird for me since I don't know when. I noticed that each time I become really stressed or depressed about something, a certain girl appears in my dreams. I remember how she looks like. I recognize her each time I see her. But whenever I'm wide awake, I can't seem to describe her facial features. These dreams have been visiting me since my early years of adolescence. Meaning they started when I became a teenager and started facing problems in a serious way.

The strange thing about this girl is that as I grew up, I noticed that she has also grown in some ways. Her face have matured and her physique has changed unlike when we were young. She never really did speak. Ever since the night I met her, until now; I never really heard a word from her. Each time we communicate in my dream, she just nods or shakes her head instead of saying "yes" or "no". I have set my mind into asking her about her identity and most of all, her name. But whenever we meet, my mind couldn't think of anything else but just the desire to be with her. It's really freaking me out because my dreams never end without her giving me a kiss on the lips. She likes to kiss me, but she never told me why. She lets me hug her and we cuddle in a seemingly formal way. It's not like I wished for it or anything, but whenever I enter the world of dreams, there is one thing I'm sure of. She belongs to me. It's like I own her or something. Even though we do a lot of stuff together, I've never seen her smile or laugh. Her face shows no emotion. When she looks at me, I feel her emptiness. It's as if she's tired of being sorrowful and at the same time, she forgot how to be happy.

I just wish to know who this girl is. What is she to my life? How are we related? Is she someone I met a long time ago? What connection do we have?

There are so many questions in my mind, but I'm not sure if an answer exists.

I Wish, I Want

I wish I could go back...
go back to the way it used to be.
I wish that you could smile again for me
Smile like you used to. Melt my heart with your heart-warming smile.
I wish to see your beautiful brown orbs again.

I want to hear your voice.
I want to hear your laughter.
I want to hold your hands.
I want to touch your skin.
I want to be given a chance.

Watching you from a distance, is just too painful.
I can't even get out of my trance... because of someone so beautiful.