15. Everything is a cycle

Everything? Everything.

As said on the picture.. Everything is a cycle.. Everything revolves in a circle..

A baby is born, another one dies

As said on the Filipino song "Gulong ng palad, ang buhay ay, gulong ng palad" Everything revolves. Lets set an example, like me, Migell Adrian G. Gonzalo, once I was a plain guy no dreams, no assets, no talent and no nothing. I'm poor, I have nothing. In short, I was a little boy who have nothing but dreams. As I grew up, I began being fat, by the time I was in grade 4, then I got thin in 2nd year, AND THEN I GET FAT. Some might say that, it's nothing but rubbish. Try living my life. It's complicated. 

But little by little, I start to pick the lego blocks up. Start building a new person. A new Migell. A new guy who can do things. Picking up the pieces weren't easy, some pieces are very small to pinch, like small details in my life. Like that one time I got in a fight, I tried to move on, and wash that dirty piece of block but the world didn't even give me a chance. As I build myself up, I at least tried to add some blocks like my talents, guitar and dancing. Although it's hard, I still pushed it. PUSHED IT TO THE LIMIT LIKE NO ONE EVEN CARES IF I DO IT. Of course some people want to remove those building blocks off but I never gave them the chance. Finding those blocks weren't easy. I tell you that adding a little piece of detail in your life affects the whole you. 

Someday I will leave the world.. with nothing.. no memories, and no lesson to give. 

Take a good look. 

                           

14. What is life without me

 What is life without Migell Adrian G. Gonzalo.. Hmm.. I'm just a regular person who can do things.. People say that I'm a show-off.. but not really.. Maybe in their eyes that is.. but I really am not. To be clear, I just want to express myself. I dance in classroom because I want to, that is unfair to singers, they just put out a note if they are bored.

I just want to say or share 10 facts about me (true to life)
1. I should be dead right now.
2. I really hate children
3. I crack up when I hear the word "edi wow" I don't like that expression
4. I am a jolly person
5. I don't back out in a fight
6. If you want it, you'll get it. With restrictions of course
7. I am single
8. I usually choose cheese than butter
9. I can make you dinner within one hour
10. Never challenge me to a staring contest. Coz specifically I'll win.

I am a type of person that you could go with. I can change, people tend to say bad things about me. What is wrong? Why are you people like that? Is my kindness too much? Come on..

13. SoCSIT's All English Term?

All English term? It's like putting the icing first before the cake. It's like putting the decorations before the whole thing. But I'm not against it. It already happened. So, moving on. All English subjects with a twist, algebra and some information technology concepts. Although its just an English term, they've put a little twist. It seems easy but it's not.

On my perspective, in our first term there were a lot of costs and liabilities. What do I mean? A lot of money spent. On speech choirs, t-shirts, chants & cheers, etc.

EVERYTHING HAS A FINE SYSTEM. WHY WHY WHY WHY WHY. DOES A SINGLE 50 PESOS AINT ENOUGH?! WHY?! 15 MINUTES LATE FOR WHAT? You get my point.

12. Is it SoCSIT week? or SoCSIT days?

Needless to say but it's really confusing. As a freshmen student, I enjoyed the activities that the JPCS planned. The opening of SoCSIT is absolutely amazing. You can see posters of every block in SoCSIT. (I'll just state the events that I've attended) Mr. and Ms. SoCSIT, the night where we (APCDC) performed. The night was tiring but fun. Not only because we performed on stage but we represent every block that joined. To add, every year.

So that's it, Nothing to explain. Frankly, I didn't get to participate in some events. But the major events.

11. APC's Anti-Smoking Campaign

Why smoke? Is there a point to smoking? Why are people doing it? Again, what's the point? Smoking has been around for a lot of years. 5000 BC up to know? That's crazy. As I see it, it's just engraving smoke to your entire body. Like suffocating yourself. There are risks from smoking. I mean, MAJOR RISKS that can CAUSE YOUR DEATH. You could have cancers, like; (refer to the picture)

See those? Those things can cost your life. Long term diseases (green font) Stroke. That's a major problem. Oh god, I can't imagine the people I saw smoking having these. Some in my family, but what can I do? As my point of view, I just want to pour a big bucket of water just to save the lives of these poor souls. In my family, my parents learned. How about my brothers? my uncles, my aunties? I don't know how will I do it. I feel hopeless. What will I say? "Smoking kills" ? They always hear those words. 

Smoking can still be cured, it can still be away from a person. You can still turn your back.

10. Frosh night 2.0

Frosh night was a blast. The APCDC trainees performed even the band, we had a party, and had a tiring night. What is Frosh Night, they say that Frosh Night is the most memorable day that a freshmen student will have. Unfortunately for others, it’s not. As my experience, I saw people partying, I saw people at the side, and saw people just drinking from the fountain. In my point of view, it was really hot, as a normal Filipino dude would say “partida dalawang aircon pa naka-bukas nyan” LIKE REALLY EVERYONE IS WET SWEATY.

The performing group (APCDC)

Sadly to say that not every freshmen saw our performance. My block weren't present. That didn't stop me to perform neatly. Although I'm doing this for them they seem not to care. I represent SS151. But they seem not to care. BUT, Not only my block but my inspirations. My parents, my crush and my haters. Haha. More hate, more fame. 

To sum it all up, Frosh Night was fun. All your worries, problems, and assignments will be forgotten for one night. 

9. Do I have what it takes to be a Filipino? (speech pubspe2)

Migell Adrian G. Gonzalo
SS151

Do I have what it takes to be a Filipino?

Yes, not only because I was born in the Philippines. I was made to be and meant to be one. There is a saying that everything happens for a reason, or happened. God has a million or trillion reasons why I’m Filipino.

I’ve always asked myself, what are the good characteristics of a Filipino individual? Some say that Filipinos are humble, hospitable and friendly. Of course as one, I would believe them. Like that one time we had a visitor from another place, Singapore to be exact. And I asked him, “What is your first impression when you see an average Filipino?” he answered “Hospitable”. At first I didn’t understand him because what I heard was “hospitabur”. Not to be stereotype but I’m being honest. We Filipinos are really hospitable in the fact that we accept people respectfully. Filipinos are humble in a way that they don’t let a person down, we Filipinos don’t pull ourselves down like there’s no hope. We are friendly, internationally and spiritually.

What are the originalities of the Philippine Culture? As religious, we pray before we eat, before we sleep, and even after we wake up. We Filipinos have a weird instinct in facts of fashion. As I’ve remembered, my parents were buying pants from a foreign store. And my father asked the store clerk for a perfect fit size pants, and as told, the lady did find one. And my mother took it and fit it with her neck. The lady asked “What is she doing?” my father proudly answered “Fitting the pants you gave her.” It’s funny because we Filipinos would know if a pair of pants will fit.

We have something to be proud of, like in boxing we have Manny Pacquiao having his first taste of fame. Entitled him as the Filipino pride. In singing, we have Lea Salonga, Charice Pempenco, Bruno Mars, Apple de Ap, and Jessica Sanchez. In sports, we have in soccer the Philippine Azkals, and in basketball we have the Philippine Team. There may be ups and downs in battle but as Carlos P Romulo stated “Courage and defiance”.  

We Filipinos are brave, as Carlos P Romulo stated “In my veins pulses the same

Hot blood that sent our Forefathers in battle. Against alien foes, against foreign oppressors, with courage and defiance.” We Filipinos don’t back out when in a fight. We fight for our country, we fight for our honor and we fight for our freedom.

As said, “Do I have what it takes to be Filipino?” I am made to be, and meant to be. I am Migell Adrian G. Gonzalo, proud to be Filipino. Thank you.

8. What makes someone a hero?

What is a hero?

Brave, as one might say. Lionhearted, and a man of courage. Like General Antonio Luna, he is brave, lionhearted, and a man of courage. He fought the Americans in the time of need. August 13, 1898, the time when General Antonio Luna first to see in action in Intramuros. General Antonio Luna or addressed to as "The Fiery General" is the only General who is addressed to be the most aggressive general that the Philippines ever had. Imagine, if he is still alive right now, maybe the Philippines is in a safe condition.
To be honest, I salute him, not only because of his bravery and dedication to defend Philippines away from Americans but he is the most aggressive. He didn't back out, even in the time of his death, his last words are, "Cowards! Assasins!". Those last words are the most bravest last words I've read. These are the men of Aguinaldo that assasinated General Luna. Even Americans developed an admiration for him, General Frederick Funston, stated that Luna is "ablest and most aggressive leader of the Filipino Republic." 
What makes a hero? Let's say that I'm a hero. What did I do? Let's say that I fed the poor. Does that make me a hero? No, I just fed the poor. Let's say that I gave money to little children. Does that make me a hero? No, I just gave money to needy children. Lastly, let's say that I brought a homeless person to a diner to feed him. Does that make me a hero? Still no, because you just gave them what they need. Did they thank you? Will they remember you? No. They may say "thank you po" but still that still doesnt make you a hero.

A hero in general is a person who has the initiative to give people help. What do I mean? Lets say you see a person who is in need, for example an homeless guy who really needs food. You gave him food, and he thanked you. and he says nice things and says "You are a blessing". A hero doesn't always comes with a mask and a costume. Being a hero comes from the heart. 

7. Another day, another moment

4:00 am, Las Pinas City.

The sound of the ducks I'm hearing as I woke up in a deep sleep. Washed my body and dressed up getting ready for school. It was 4:45 as I left the house. Dark streets, the sun haven't rise, and dead frogs everywhere. As I walk down the street, I saw these beggars, crying in agony, feeling hopeless, and nowhere to go. To be honest, I don't like to give money to those kind of people; because, they might get used to it if they ever see me again. So I moved on.

5:30 am, Baclaran.

The smell of bad ambiance, beggars, merchants, and the noise of the transportation. As I walk through Baclaran, I saw a mother with her children, they're not crying nor begging. They're just happy with what they have. Kids who have small toys are happy, to what they have. A mother who is smiling because they can still breathe and eat. That made me weep. 

6:15 am, Asia Pacific College - Classroom/601.

 *sigh* As I passed the guard, because it's another day of endless tasks. Lonely in a classroom full of nothing but me. Made me think of what's going to happen. 15 minutes later, a friend of mine arrived with nothing but a hankie and a bag. And the day goes on.

9:30 pm, Asia Pacific College - Multipurpose Hall 2.

Heavy breathing, sweaty clothes, and a tiring practice. As the session ends, I had nothing but a bunch of smelly clothes and my things. I changed quickly to my new set of clothes and headed home.

 11:05 pm, Las Pinas City.

As I arrived to my humble abode. Problems came in, maybe just because I'm tired. I can't think of things because I'm too hungry, too weak, and too tired to do things. "Another day, another moment." The words I hear every time I walk home. 

All in all, life is a cycle.
Welcome to my world.

6.Trying to fit in

As a fresh graduate of high school of Holy Rosary Academy of Las Pinas City,I didn't know what school I was going to choose. Until my mom, her friend and my friend recommended me Asia Pacific College. At first, of course I asked, where is that? Am I going to fit in to that school? Are there any uniform that they require? These are the piercing questions that I encountered when I was making a decision.

Now, I am here, making this blog. Sitting at the library of one of the finest school in Metro Manila. For me, it's an honor to study in this kind of school because it's top 14 on the most expensive schools in Manila.

Look at us, right on the top of our faces is the smile of joy.
1st runner up. I thought it's not enough.
I never thought that with full patience and focus, we could achieve what's right for us.
But for real, I thought we would just achieve 2nd runner up or 4th place.
As my point of view, I felt hopeless when the host announced the 2nd runner up, We felt a little down, why? For them it's not enough. For me, it was enough to prove that we did our best.

I proved myself that I'm not the guy who will just stand and wait for orders. No, I conquered my fears to lead and to be a leader to a group. I was scared to lead. To the fact that I don't know what to do and people commenting bad things. I'm just doing what a leader does. To lead and encourage members.

Is this what fitting in means? I don't get it.

5.What is the most unforgettable experience last summer?

I know its a little bit late but I want to share to all of you what did I do last summer.

First thing I did on summer, I took a lot of sleep. LIKE A LOT OF SLEEP. SLEEP? SLEEP. Then, a lot of things happen.

BUT the most unforgettable experience is... I went to Cavite to teach guitar to children. So this is the music team.

These people was the reason I started I play the guitar. Anyways, it's just a small program where we teach kids or adults of all ages how to play instruments. Of course it's not teaching of course we had our fun too. For example we played games like swimming pool relays, indoor activities and more.

That flag. I was the representative of the group. COOKIES AND CREAM. I still remember how we've came up to that name. Anyways, it's all fun and games for us. I don't know for the other team so.. YEAH. Moving on. Like I said a while ago, a lot of things happened.







Moving on to the sad part. Everyone has no happy ending, right? So by that time. Me and my girlfriend broke up for being too much comfortable. I don't know what she's talking about but I had enough too. She said I was too comfortable to the fact that I don't check up on her. How could I check up on her when I'm too busy teaching kids how to strum a guitar correctly? Anyways, I don't know whose wrong. I understand that she cares, and she wants to talk. I need space too! I need to breathe! I need to rest too!

Anyways, time to move on. I thank my best friends who helped me to be happy again. Of course a brother to a brother, help one another, all in all die together. Haha, I'm just kidding at the last part.

4.What Inspired me to Dance..

It all started with the question, why?,

Why did you switch from music to dancing? WHY? WHY? then I replied, WHY DO YOU CARE?! Nah I'm just kidding. I don't shout at people. I love em, I love my supporters, joke. The truth is...

My ex-girlfriend started it. As a matter of fact, the reason why I started dancing because I want my schoolmates in high school to believe that I'm not who they think I am. That they can just push me around and disrespect me. In short I had a miserable life when I was in high school. I didn't have much of friends until 3rd year. Another fact is, I was conscious of my body, my weight and my fats. I don't want to be too fat, I want to be physically fit! I don't know when is that going to happen. A lot of things inspired me to dance like Michael Jackson or people would call him MJ, Poreotics, Madd Chadd, Jabbawockeez, and Mos Wanted Crew. 

To be honest, I like dancing more than playing instruments, because I can express what I feel. For example, if ever I feel sad, and I'm home alone, I usually dance my loneliness out.

People tend to judge me by my physical appearance.
I don't like it.
I hate it.

3.#ATeam

Dancing and its ways....

Why dance? Why not sports? Why not instruments? How could I dance? Why is my body like this?
Hi, my name is Migell Adrian G. Gonzalo. I'm a dancer but partly a musician. Before I started dancing, I used to play the guitar and the violin. I love music. I really do. Before I started my HS life, I decided if I'll do music or something else. Because I didn't know how to dance before. I played the guitar for 2 years. And in that 2 years, I met someone with the same interest. Let's not go away with the topic LOL. When I was a 3rd year student back in my school. My friend introduced dancing to my life. Of course at first I'm shy because I didn't know how to dance back then. My friend Kyle Pabilona, a dancer taught me a thing or two in dancing. There's a set of videos below that might help.
As the saying, "I didn't chose the dance life, dance life chose me"






Dancing.. I started dancing 2 years ago, with these people.. We are all equal at first. We didn't know much. We just learn and learn and learn until we got that feeling that we are getting better. I can still remember how I got to that team. As far I as my memory can remember, the school has a club, dance club, and they teamed us up to have a presentation. The video says it all. I got to have friends. Friends that always got my back.
The name of our group was A-team.. Damn I miss these people..




As I spent a lot of time in dancing. It isn't just about dancing.






This next video is for our Makabayan week. We performed for 3 days. 3 DAYS. 3 FREAKING DAYS. WITH THE SAME CLOTHES. We really like sharing our talent. Especially in school. I still remember when we are practicing this piece. I always rush my mother after church to get me home as quick as she can. Haha, she got mad but really she's really proud of me. The fun part of this piece is that I got to introduce myself to the bigger crowd that I can dance. I'm not that guy who just sticks to one talent. That is being a musician. No, not anymore, I know that God can give me more than that.

As we move on... 

                                                                                                                                             

 

This last video was held in our school. The day when we gave children a lot of joy. Dancing is not all serious. You need to be funny sometimes. You get my point.

The thing is, its not about hard work. It's about how you get the attention of the crowd. First impression, lasts. Depending on the performance you'll gonna give. In some ways, you'll find happiness in what you're doing, if things go as planned.

2. If there is a remote for time travel.. Would I use it?

Another blog, another topic, another draft and another set of ideas.
About the topic, "If there is a remote for time travel.. Would I use it?" If I have the chance..
YES, I would say a big big big YES.Why? because, I really don't like my state right now. I don't like my body shape and my reputation. To be honest. I don't like my body shape. Let's emphasize that phrase. Why? Being fat or chubby is really hard. You sweat real hard, you get exhausted easily and you can't do what you want.

Of course that didn't stop me to living my dreams of being a dancer. Although I'm fat or wack, my dreams have been my inspiration to lessen it. What do I mean? I get to lose my fat when I was in high school. I got muscles OMG. I got muscles. When I realized that my parents are like "Good for you, keep it up" and I did. Back o the topic. Remote for time travel. I've always wished that my past would be cleared, Nothing bad happened.. My yaya when I was a little kid.. My god, I wish it never happened. We have something to regret right? Everyone has. There are good times, there are bad times. It can never be avoided. Right?

I really want to thank them for accepting me. 

1. #FirstBlog

1- #FirstBlog
Hi, my name is Migell Adrian G. Gonzalo from SS151. I'm a freshmen student. I'm new to this society, new people, new ambiance, and new set of faces. I'm a dancer, just to kick it in. I like dancing, I really love dancing. I do it everyday, whether I'm sad or happy. It really depends on what happened.

I really like this new environment. But I don't like the commuting part.