This song was used as campaign song for President Rodrigo Roa Duterte here in the Philippines. It was 2016 and an election year for the country. President Duterte topped the election and came out as president and now known as PRRD (President Rodrigo Roa Duterte). During his inauguration, the singer Freddie Aguilar revised the lyrics of the song. Here is the lyrics and my translation: Ipaglalaban ko (I will fight for it/you) Ikaw ang pag-asa (You are the hope) Nasa Yo nag ligaya (You have my...

It feels like high school again imaging the jitters in my chest when the love of your high school life tells you... we can only be just friends. This is the story of Theo, who was my closest friend, one year younger than me. He seemed so nice and his sister is also my friend. Through the normal course of time, he divulged his true intentions with me and shocked as I was, I didn't know how to say no. I know now that I broke his heart, and I thought to myself, my parents strongly warns us about...

So exciting, SODEXO! Christmas is nearing. In anticipation of the bonuses and gifts that I will be receiving, I also set aside funds for gift giving.  I have plenty of nephews, nieces and inaanaks (godchildren). I recall the last time I received a gift check was also a Christmas gift that our company gave us. It was Sodexo, nothing else. It was fun because the amount was substantial, enough for Christmas grocery. I had a blast because it was also accepted as payment in one department store...

I have a baby I love as my own. My life revolves around him. I find meaning in my life serving him, loving him. He loves being around me and though at times it is hard to discipline him, he is so sweet most of the time. He showers me with kisses as he leaves for school.  He hugs me from the back whenever I bring something or buy him toys or other little things. Those scenes pricks my heart with love. That's what we tell each other every night before going to bed. I love you ma. I love you...

This is one favorite song recently because of its upbeat tempo. Attending to so many seminars, this is always played as a Zumba song to awaken participants especially during unholy hours of 2PM til 4PM. I like the song. I also try my best to keep up with its dance steps. They have simple steps but they still appear so complicated for me. So here is my translation of the song. I hope you will find the translation well. If not, feel free to give your comments below. I would appreciate it. Read...

SECRETS TO A LONG LASTING RELATIONSHIP Forever began the moment they said their "I do's".  It was 1972 and I watched their love grow through the years and the tide. Love is foremost, learning to love yourself, as the famous line from a Whitney Houston song. My mother never ceased to improve herself as a public servant. My father improved his craft as a businessman. They are two busy people caught by cupid's arrow and 45 years later, they still love each other. So what are the secrets to this long lasting relationship? God...

She knows something is not right when everything around her is silent.  She just goes to a corner, ponders, cries, hates herself deep within.  She is the silent type, full of tears, when confronted with problems.  You cannot talk to her without her blaming herself. This is me. That is the effect of being a victim of molestation as a child. Growing up, it was hard to keep up with other girls my age.  I don't feel as normal as they are. And I cannot blame anybody. I told myself...

There is one thing that every peace-loving person desires in this life: that is world peace.  Villains in movies believe that peace is impossible, especially world peace where even couples can't find peace in their marriage.  Of course that is an overstatement.  Couple conflicts are inevitable. In fact, in healthy relationships, conflict is essential. One day is a song by Bugoy Drilon, a local artist. The first time I heard the song, I thought it was foreign because I seldom hear...

I just held you in my arms so amazed with your charm though your smile I seldom see I know your happiness is me I am trying to bring back the fun in making a poem but I can't seem to concentrate knowing my love is just beside me. It's too early in the morning and she is past asleep, probably mile away in her dreams, swept away by the lovely evening.  While browsing for some songs to write about, this song came along realizing that I have given her my all, and vice versa. This is an Air Supply...

My late grandfather used to call me Olivia Newton John and fast forward today, I remember this song since it's my grandfather's birthmonth.  He introduced me to this song and I found it amusing.  The lyrics is easy to memorize, including its melody and rhythm. It became a hit to me especially so that the people I lived with for more than three years.  They are so fond of country music and this is one such song that being always played whenever there are gatherings. Looking at the...