You Don't Belong Here

Some people might push you back and tell you "you don't belong here", but that's not a good reason to simply give up and go. 'Cause if you did, you just let them win and allowed them to step on you.

You are beautifully and perfectly made by our Creator. We are not created the same because if we are, then there will be no variety. Earth will be a boring place.

Awhile ago, I saw a reply on my post on facebook regarding a topic in one of my groups. I didn't like what I saw because the comment is actually below the belt (for me). Because if you will look deeper through that comment, it seems like the person was trying to tell me that I don't belong there since I became a little inactive in the said group. But hey, I was just trying to suggest. They can politely say that they don't like it rather than posting a not so pleasing comment.

"You don't belong here". Not a biggie, but maybe sometimes you have to let it go because you will be better off without them. Especially when they don't appreciate YOU. Yes, you don't belong there because you deserve to be in a BETTER place. :)

God bless!

I Found Something!

(Note: Pardon my extreme cheesiness xD Originally posted on facebook.com)

Looking back through our memory lane, I found a note that you wrote way back 16 September 2009.

A sentence pierced my heart and I quote:
"the reason why you weren't able to do something was because you weren't ready...so from the moment you realize your lacking..do all in your power to be better...that the next time it comes around...you'll know what to do..."
(From https://www.facebook.com/notes/jello-ibon/memories/162728816012)

Things flashed back into my head and I almost cried. But then I realized that sometimes, there are things aren't really meant for you so you have to let it be. Enjoy the ride and later on, you will see what's prepared for you.

Angelo Noreen J. Ibon, we've been through ups and downs and I am happy that you're still here for me. You embraced me wholly despite my lackings and imperfection, my shortcomings and moodiness. Thank you for sticking around. I'm looking forward of being with you until the end of our time. I love you. :)

Tagaytay. February 2008.

They Tell A Story Too

We may not notice, but the things around us has a story. If we only try to look deeper, we will be able to comprehend what they want to tell us.

Like this leaf that keeps holding on despite the heavy downpour of the rain; which tells us not to give up despite life's challenges.

Everytime I grab this thermos to make a cup of coffee or tea, I get inspired because of the quote written on it.  It says,"To accomplish great things, we must not only act, but also dream; not only plan, but also believe." (Although I think the first line should go like this: To accomplish great things, we must not only DREAM, but also ACT.) Very well said. 

A candle gives us light whenever we need it. Just like our elders who constantly gives us advise in order to survive and to have a fruitful life. However, we must give importance to those candles for they will not be there forever beside us. We must remember their teachings because we might need it in the future.

Photos are property of Danica Marie A. Arellano

Photography VS Photojournalism

I used to think that Photography and Photojournalism were the same thing; that a mere picture taking was already photography.

Last Wednesday, I had my Photojournalism Class under our multi-talented professor, Prof. Elvert Dela Cruz Bañares. That very day, I realized the difference between photography and photojournalism.

Photojournalism is not just about capturing beauty. It is capturing the TRUTH.
In photojournalism, you don't capture a noun; You capture a VERB.

Being a photojournalist is very diffucult. You have to be ALERT and always ON THE GO in order to capture a story. Keep in mind that your photo may be a visual representation of an event, or may even become an evidence for some instances.

I tried to be a photojournalist for a day when Prof. Bañares gave us a task about capturing events or interesting happenings around us. Indeed, it was very difficult to be a photojournalist especially when you want to capture a VERB. The photo becomes blurred when your subject tends to move. But as they say, "Practice makes perfect". I may not took the most beatiful, wonderful and eye-candy photos during our first activity, but maybe soon I will be able to. Besides, that's the main reason why I am taking the subject, right? To be able to be an effective photojournalist. :)

What I got from strolling around :)

Part 1: Preparing For the Fiesta

I was just walking around our subdivision; and when I came across the San Pedro 9 chapel, I saw two men preparing to put the bandiritas for the upcoming fiesta. I thought that I might capture something interesting so I decided to watch those people as they try to beautify our subdivision.

No Need For Sunblock. Despite the heat of the sun, this man still works hard in order to earn money for his family.

Unroll It. First things first, this man measures the banderitas that will be put up the chapel's roof.

Not Afraid of Heights. This man volunteered to go up the chapel's roof for the sake of making the subdivision  feel the festive atmosphere.
 

Two Heads Are Better Than One. This man tries not to lose his balance as he tie the other end of the banderitas.

Dancing for a Patron Saint.  Parishioners happily practicing their street dance for the fiesta.

Part 2: Looking Back

I saw a few kids on their way to school while strolling again in our subdivision. Then I thought that going back to my alma mater, which is Placido del Mundo Elementary School, would be a good idea.

Separation Anxiety? This kid signals her mother not to leave her.

I Don't Want To. The kid burst into tears as her mother tried to leave her in the care of her teacher.

Uwian Na! These cute little kids were very excited to  come into their parents' arms.