Marks

Everyone is afraid of being forgotten. All wants to be remembered even in just simple ways as long as they have some space in others’ hearts. People are doing their best in socializing with others so they can create unforgettable memories with each other. Some are wearing masks so they will look good and some show their true selves for they want others to know the truth about themselves.  They are doing these to make an image about themselves that would stay in the hearts of others forever. Unfortunately, some are still forgotten.  Even though they do things that are unexceptional, the impact they create to others are not that enough for them to stay in their hearts forever. Let’s say that their effect is not that huge for others to remember him. But still, I think the kind of person still matters in terms of valuing others presence. I think even though you don’t have a big impact on others, if the person really wants to remember you, no matter how many decades would have passed, he will still remember you. People who really valued you as a friend or a companion can recall the memories you had with each other. They can remember your attitude, the way you speak, appearance and many more depending on what you had done during the past.

For me, it doesn't really matter whether they remember me or not, as long as they are not doing bad things behind me, I’ll be good to them. But still I can say, being remembered is somewhat touching and the feeling is priceless. As if that person really values you and treats you well. No matter how long you haven’t communicated with each other, he can still remember you.  And if I’ll choose what I want them to remember about me, of course I want them to remember my oh- so -great kindness! Kidding aside, I want them to remember the real me. The real me that they see every day. The real me that they have to deal with. The real me who interacts with them every time we are together.

I have been living to pursue a goal in life. On my way, I interact with others and show them some of my different traits that are true. Being jolly every time we talk to each other is one of my trait that is usually seen. Seeing others smile and laugh because of my jokes can also make me happy on my part.  It also lessens the stress from school activities and can bring good vibes in the surroundings. I usually create jokes that are somewhat with sense but most of the time with no sense. I unintentionally make gestures that are funny and I’ll just notice that it is funny when some of my classmates start laughing and then I laugh too. I am a sociable person too and I want them to remember the talkative Nicole who most of the time starts the conversation about a random topic to remove awkwardness in each part.  I want them to remember me as a person who is really funny but also becomes serious in some situations. When there is an urgent matter or issue, I always become serious. For me, cheerfulness should be at place or let’s just say enough. There should be situations where you will be very cheerful or not. I am also responsible when it comes to academic matters but I see to it that everyone is participating in group works. I've learned my lesson and I want everyone to cooperate so there will be no hard feelings and everyone is worthy for their scores. The reasons for my actions every day are not     because they are needed but because I want to build a good relationship with them. I want to leave an impact to them that would last and at the same time receive some impacts from them that I wouldn't forget.

I know time will come and we will all separate ways. We’ll walk on our different paths.  I wish everyone will treasure every memory we had and we’ll not forget each other. I hope that we’ll all meet at some parts of the road and we’ll greet each other that would turn to a long talk like we’re back in the old days.

                                                                           

Changed for the Better

A hero is someone who can make a difference in your life.  He can influence you to change for the better without noticing it. Whenever you are with him, you feel safe and comfortable. All your worries and fears are vanishing and your strength seems to appear.  Considering a person as the hero of your life is not that simple. You need to evaluate things and choose a deserving one. As for me, I choose my grandmother.

My Grandmother ( Camera 360 haha)

My grandmother is Nenita C. Casasola. She was born on May 24, 1951. She is a loving daughter to her mother, a caring older sister to her siblings, a responsible mother to her children and a thoughtful grandmother to her grandchildren. She started working at an early age to help in sustaining the lives of her siblings. Even though she wanted to go to school, she didn't have a choice but to start working. At an early age, she learned to be disciplined and independent. After many years, she met Alejandro C. Casasola and they built a new family. They had seven children and together they raise them. Even though they are poor, they strived hard so all of their children will be able to go to school. But after many years, my grandfather died and she became a widow at the age of 42. It was hard on her part since she needed to raise 7 children on her own starting that time. She was strong and giving up didn't crossed her mind and she focused on giving her children a good life. She worked hard for them until her eldest daughter, my mother, graduated and some of her children were on college already. For her, education is necessary to one’s life so value the chance when you have it. Also, she believed that not all educated people have good attitudes; it still depends on the person.

                When I was still an ankle-biter, my grandmother had been the one who always help me in different things. From the time I bathe up to the time I sleep, she was always there for me. Although my parents, aunts and uncles were also there, she was still the one who led them. There were times when I did silly things like breaking glasses just for fun. Some might lose their patience but she didn't. Instead of scolding me, she understood me as a child and she just bought new glasses made of stainless. (Less harm, less worries) During my innocent days as a child, my grandmother was the one who teach me different things aside from my mother. She taught me the values in life and the difference of right from wrong. She also sacrificed so many things during my school days. As I start going to school, I always fear that I might get scolded or something bad would happen to me. My grandmother was the one who accompany me to school and she didn't leave me because she knew that I will cry. She’ll endure the hot weather and boredom because she wanted the best for me. She sacrificed as long as I gain knowledge from school. During morning, she would wake me up and prepare everything, and then we would go to school. I never heard a complaint from her even I know everything she did were not pieces of cake. Whenever I was down in the dumps, she would show her smile and she would cheer me up so I would feel better. Whenever I have assignments, she would help me to answer them. She also praised me when I had a good performance in school. She also held her horses whenever I kept asking things with no big deal. There was also I time in school when I would receive a mind’s worth because of a contest and my grandmother was the one who went with me on stage. At home, she said, “Nako Nicole, umakyat pa tuloy ako sa stage dahil sayo.” My mother said, “Alam mo bang hindi iyan umaakyat sa stage dati pag ako o si Ryan ang may award, lagi kaming may proxy pero maswerte ka.” Aside from these, there were still many experiences I had with my grandmother which tightened our bond with each other.

                My grandmother had a big part in molding my attitude, behavior and my whole self as I start to wander in this world. Without her, I think I wouldn't be like this now. She prepared me so I can face the hard part of this world. She shaped me to a better individual who will learn to be strong in challenges and who will always remember her advices and words about life.