Can love be measured? No

In my own opinion love is like an Illusion or a dream in your mind that you really want to be happen in reality. If you believe you can measure love then that is an illusion.  Because love is uncertain we really don’t know how it work and why. It’s only happen in our mind and connected to our heart. That why love cannot be measured because it is only an illusion, you just play in your mind in order to make you comfortable or become happy. Because if you love someone, always there’s a problem.            

How do you know that you are loved?

1. They compromise. 

It’s no longer about what they want to do, it’s about what you want to do. They care more about your idea of a good time than their own.

2. They introduce you to their family. 

You’re definitely not in the “just someone I’m dating” zone. You’re in the family zone. AKA the love zone.

3. They fart in front of you.

Before love happens, there’s no way farts happen. But once the love seal is broken, farts are inevitable.

4. They kiss you when you’re sick.

No one wants to get sick. So, if someone risks their health/life to kiss you on the mouth, chances are that person loves you very much.

5. They come out of the closet for you.

If you’re dating someone of the same gender who hasn’t felt comfortable telling their family or friends that they’re gay until you came along… that’s love (but if they still aren’t ready to come out, that doesn’t mean it’s not love).

6. The way they look at you.

If they look at you like they look at their sister or brother, it may not be romantic love (one would hope). But if they look at you like you’re the only person ever to exist in the history of existence, then they’re definitely head over heels in love with you.

7. They save you the last Oreo.

This is probably the most accurate love test of all time.

8. They let you pick the movie.

It’s rare for two people to ALWAYS agree on a movie to watch. So, if you find your person always letting you choose the movie, it’s probably because they’re in looooooove.

9. They enjoy your natural body odor.

Even the times when you don’t enjoy it.

10. They make a sign for you.

If your person literally makes a sign that says “I love you”, it’s probably safe to assume that love is happening.

11. You just know.

If you feel loved, then you probably are. There are endless ways to know when someone is in love with you, but ultimately, you just know.

Why I love my Philippines?

What do I love about Philippines? I love the land, one of the most spectacularly beautiful countries in the world (and I’ve visited many of them). I love walking our long stretches of beaches, hiking our majestic mountains, seeing the desert skies, walking beside the rivers, sailing along the coasts, and visiting some of lakes and falls, where I camped with my friends. I even love some of our big cities! “O beautiful for spacious skies, for amber waves of grain, for purple mountain majesties, above the fruited plains.” I love our many diverse cultures, including their music, their food, their art, their sports, and their particular stories and histories.

I especially love our best national values: freedom, opportunity, community, justice, human rights, and equality under the law for all of our citizens of every race, creed, culture, and gender, not just for the rich and powerful. In particular, I love our tradition and history of democracy, its steady expansion here, and how it has inspired the same all over the world. 

My future plan

My future plan after graduation. First, I want to look for a job that is suitable with my ability and I have to work hard and earn enough money to start my own business. I want to work abroad and travel. After that I will look for a girl and fall in love and get married and have some children. And if my business successful I want to travel the world with my family and live happily and peaceful life.  

Story of my life

I am Carlo F. Lacuña and this is my story. I was born in June 22, 1993 at Granada, Boljoon, and Cebu. My are Susana Lacuña and Charles Lacuña. They loving parent even though I had so many mistake they always guided me to the right path.  I graduate high school at Boljoon, Central School 2001-2006. Then my high school life is full of adventure. In my 1^st year high school I study at Saint Mary’s Academy in Dalaguete, Cebu. 2^nd year high school at LIDE Learning Inc. at Isabel, Leyte. 3^rd year high school went back to cebu and I enter my 3^rd year at Bojoon, National High School. 4^th year I transfer at Bay-bay Leyte National High School that where I finish my high school.

I really love my high school life because it is full of adventure and excitement. And I met a lot of different people and different personalities. Then I went back to cebu again to study college. My first college school is University of Visayas Dalaguete Campus the I transfer to University of Visayas Main Campus.  Then I transfer again in NORSU I think this is the last school where I graduate. And this is my story hope you like it. 

My expectation to our new President

First, he must restore the trust and confidence of Filipinos to government. Second, he must eliminate the culture of corruption in our country. Third, he should ensure the dispensation of justice to everyone, rich or poor. Fourth, he must implement a real job generation program. Fifth, he must also ensure that all stolen people’s money be returned to the government for the recovery of our nation. Lastly, he must lead by example.  

WONDERS OF CEBU PROVINCE

1. On Top of Cebu

Immense mountain ranges and rolling hills tower over the island of Cebu, but Osmeña Peak of Dalaguete dominates above them all. Surprisingly, the 1,013-masl mountain is one of the most easiest to climb which leaves you no reason not to take a “peak”.

2. Beneath the Earth

Underneath Cebu’s giants lie sophisticated cave systems – some are explored, others still uncharted. This interesting vertical cave in Dalaguete called Kulabyaw (which is actually the only one I’ve been to) is said to go all the way to Negros, the island opposite Cebu, and someone already made it. How far/long? I’m not sure.

3. Go deep

Cebu’s flourishing marine ecosystem made the province a world class dive destination. Moalboal‘s underwater beauty is reputed as one of Cebu‘s finest that’s why divers from all over the world pay a visit to the town – some actually never left. On the opposite coast, Tan-awan, a fishing village of Oslob, gained huge number in tourist influx since the first whale shark sightings until today.

4. Sunny Side of South Cebu

Cheer up, beach bummers, South Cebu is not for divers alone, this part of the island offers beaches equally splendid like those in the north. Moalboal’s Bas Dako, perhaps -a white sanded beach stretching for 2 kilometers. And Sumilon Island, oh, I’m going to get my hands (feet) on you when I get back.

5. There’s Something About This Body of Water

This one is for all nature lovers out there. South Cebu’s innumerable waterfalls will take you a step closer to the arms of Mother Nature. Each waterfalls possesses a unique characteristic – Kawasan Falls‘ unbelievably clear water, or maybe the raw beauty of Tumalog Falls. If you’re looking for the Cebu’s highest, go to Barili and check outMantayupan Falls.

Mantayupan Falls

Kawasan Falls‘

 My Favorite Filipino Delicacy is “CHECKIN ADOBO”

NOTES

To save some time, ask your butcher to break down a whole chicken into 10 parts (breasts, wings, thighs, and legs, cutting the breast pieces in half).

INGREDIENTS

1/2 tablespoon neutral oil
1 (3 1/2 pound) whole chicken, cut into 10 parts
1/2 cup soy sauce
1 cup apple cider vinegar
12 cloves peeled garlic
1 tablespoon black peppercorns
4 dried bay leaves
1 scallion, thinly sliced, optional
Steamed jasmine rice, optional, for serving

DIRECTIONS

1.      Add the oil to a large straight-sided skillet or dutch oven; heat over medium-high heat until shimmering. Pat the chicken dry with a paper towel before browning it in the skillet, skin-side-down first. (Work in batches if your skillet isn't large enough to accommodate all of the chicken at once.) Transfer the browned chicken to a plate.

2.      Add the soy sauce and cider vinegar to the skillet, using a wooden spoon to scrape up any brown bits. Add the chicken to the braising liquid, skin-side-down first, then add the garlic, peppercorns, and bay leaves. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to medium-low. Cover the skillet and simmer until the chicken is thoroughly cooked (the meat will be firm, the juices will run clear, and a thermometer inserted will read 165°F), about 20 minutes. Flip the chicken halfway through for even cooking.

3.      Transfer the cooked chicken to a clean plate. Continue to cook the sauce until it's reduced to about 1 cup, about 10 minutes.

4.      Strain the sauce, reserving the garlic cloves, then add the chicken back to the sauce and toss to coat completely. Transfer to a serving platter and garnish with the garlic cloves and scallion. Serve with steamed jasmine rice.

Why I choice CHICKEN ADOBO my Favorite Food?

1. I love chicken

2. Because my Grand Mother cook very delicious Chicken Adobo.
3. And I love Filipino foods.   

   My Favorite Poet

José Corazón de Jesús (November 22, 1896 – May 26, 1932), also known by his pen name Huseng Batute, was a Filipino poet who used Tagalog poetry to express the Filipinos' desire for independence during the American occupation of the Philippines, a period that lasted from 1901 to 1946. He is best known for being the lyricist of the Filipino song Bayan Ko.
Buhay Huseng Batute was born on November 22, 1896 in Santa Cruz, Manila to Vicente de Jesús, the first health bureau director of the American occupation government, and Susana Pangilinan of Pampanga. He was christened José Cecilio de Jesús but he later dropped Cecilio and replaced it with the Spanish name Corazón (heart) because he said it best described his character.

 My Favorite Poem IS “Itanong Mo SA    Bituin (Ask the Stars)”
By Jose CoraZON DE JESU


I choice this poem because I love the way he make it. And It is easy to understand and very meaningful. And I can relate this poem. It’s happen in a real life story.   

 My Favorite Filipino Poem

Jose Corazon de Jesus

Itanong Mo Sa Bituin (Ask the Stars)

Isang gabi'y manungaw ka. Sa bunton ng panganorin

ay tanawin ang ulila't naglalamay na bituin;

Sa bitui'y itanong mo ang ngalan ng aking giliw

at kung siya'y magtatapat, ngalan mo ang sasabihin.

Ang bitui'y kapatid mo. Kung siya ma'y nasa langit,

ikaw'y ditong nasa lupa't bituin ka ng pag-ibig;

dahil diya'y itanong mo sa bituin mong kapatid

kundi ikaw ang dalagang minamahal ko nang labis.

Itanong mo sa bitui't bituin ang nakakita

nang ako ay umagahin sa piling ng mga dusa;

minagdamag ang palad ko sa pagtawag ng Amada,

ngunit ikaw na tinawag, lumayo na't nagtago pa.

Bienvenido Lumbera

Servant

On the shut door of the mind

We knock, we of soul and body torn;

We who serve and are ignored,

Broken into pieces to be of use.

Our heads nod, our arms lift,

Our feet are quick, our faces turn:

We scatter our parts to the beck

And call of those higher than us.

Deep within, we have a name,

A story to tell. Against a harsh life

We've put up a fight, only

To end up with a servant's life.

We serve the strong, we are

Feet and arms wanting to climb,

Heads and faces used to fool the law,

Will we be whole again tomorrow?

Up ahead the new day shines,

The change-of-fate we seek-

Then we shall rise again,

With our names and bodies back.

Jose Garcia Villa

Lyrics 18

From Jose Garcia Villa 55 Poems

Be beautiful, noble, like the antique ant,

Who bore the storms as he bore the sun,

Wearing neither gown nor helmet,

Though he was archbishop and soldier:

Wore only his own flesh.

Salute characters with gracious dignity:

Though what these are is left to

Your own terms. Exact: the universe is

Not so small but these will be found

Somewhere: Exact: they will be found.

.

Speak with great moderation: but think

With great fierceness, burning passion:

Though what the ant thought

No annals reveal, nor his descendants

Break the seal.

Trace the tracelessness of the ant,

Every ant has reached this perfection.

As he comes, so he goes,

Flowing as water flows,

Essential but secret like a rose.

Bienvenido Lumbera

Sadness

Sweet little songs I make,

Tunes so pure and full of love.

When lovers are timid and mute,

I give them voice, I make them bold.

Once I bid a word to come

And help me put together a poem.

From far and near, from wherever,

The word brought the poem warmth.

Each word I painstakingly refine,

And I wash the impoverished tongue.

I soothe and salve the cry of pain,

I banish any trace of tears.

But sadness I cannot send away—

Its little waves lap and leave,

Lap and leave the shore of the heart,

This moment a whisper, next a storm.

Cirilo Bautista

Pedagogic

I walked towards the falling woods

to teach the trees all that I could

of time and birth, the language of men,

the virtues of hate and loving.

They stood with their fingers flaming,

Listened to me with a serious mien:

I knew the footnotes, all the text,

my words were precise and correct-

I was sure that they were learning-

till one tree spoke, speaking in dolor,

to ask why I never changed color.