Lunes, Oktubre 28, 2013
Religion
The Five Stations visited in Mount Banahaw
Gate of Heaven
Cross
We went next to the Kalbaryo. They call it Kalbaryo because you will face a lot of sufferings before you reach the point where the 3 crosses stand. Beside Mt.Banahaw, you will see the Mt.Cristobal or what they call "The Devil's Mountain".
Husgado Cave
We went next to the Husgado Cave. This is the cave that tests your faith and trust in yourself. It is a narrow cave and you need to get through it. They believe that if you get through the cave without any scars or wound, it means that your sins are forgiven for 7 years. But if you have many scars, you are a sinner.
Book of Life
The 'Book of Life' represents the book of Saint Peter, they believe that the people written in this book will enter the Kingdom of Heaven. People write their names using their fingers on the stone for they believe that they will be able to enter the Kingdom of Heaven.
River
Lastly, we went to the river. It is a miraculous river and it symbolizes the Jordan River; the river wherein Jesus was baptized. The water rushing through the river is as cold as ice and they say that it also heals different kinds of diseases. There are two waterfalls nearby: 'Balbas ng Ama' and 'Buhok ng Ina'.
Biyernes, Oktubre 25, 2013
English
Ang Bagong Herusalem
This is the map of the whole Mt.Banahaw, it is divided into 4 complexes. Before we go trekking, we had our orientation on what to expect and what to do during this activity.
Our Thesis Group
Originally, our group is composed of 5 members, but one of our group members is the one taking this picture. Although we did not get the chance to be complete, but still everyone contributed to finish our blog.
Macario Sakay
This photo was taken during our way to the Kalbaryo. Macario Sakay was born on 1870's, he was a Filipino general who took part in the Philippine Revolution against Spain and in the Philippine-American War.
Way to Kalbaryo
We, the Homeroom of Brother Basilio Rueda, altogether going up to the Complex 1 (Kalbaryo). It is definitely an extreme activity because there are sharp rocks ahead and you should be serious in every step that you make.
Enjoy the Nature
We were about to reach the Complex 1 or Kalbaryo and we feel good about it. We enjoyed the beautiful scenery of nature and we realized that we should take care of Mother Earth.
Brothers
Harvy Almeida (right) and one of our group members, Renz Balderama (left) shows brotherhood in their way up to the Kalbaryo by helping each other. Just like in our life, we must always think of others and remove the mindset of Crab Mentality.
Say 'Cheese'
This photo was taken in the Complex 1 or the Kalbaryo. After all the challenges that I face in going up, I still smile. Always believe in yourself that you can do it.
Kalbaryo
We reached the Kalbaryo after 2 hours from the bottom of Mt.Banahaw. We thought that 200-300 were hard, but it's nothing compared to trekking the Kalbaryo. From the word itself, it's a real Cavalry.
Steepy Hill
During our way down, we felt that it is more difficult because the gravity is pulling you down. Everyone is careful in every step that they make. Also the loose rocks are dangerous.
Rest House
After a long walk, we finally reached the rest house wherein everyone immediately take their food and water to replenish their thirst. Some shared their food with each other while some are taking pictures.
Husgado Cave
After we rested, we entered the Husgado Cave. They say that when you have a lot of sins, you will not be able to get through the cave easily. It is not easy in entering the cave because it is narrow inside and there are sharp rocks ahead.
Nature Lover
People living in the Mt.Banahaw are good examples of 'Nature Lover'. They maintain the cleanliness of the place and at the same time, they also pray and thank God for the wonderful nature that he gave them.
Anting-anting
People living in this place believe in 'anting-anting'. They say that if you have this, you will be safe. It is one of their jobs, making and selling the 'anting-anting' for around 50-500 pesos.
River Wading
Before we end our itinerary, we went river wading. The water rushing through the river is like refrigerated before. It feels good to swim in this river because it seems like all of your stress are absorbed and it's extremely rejuvenating.
At the end of the day
After all the activities we went through, we are all satisfied and grateful. Though it is our last field trip as a high school student, we learned to value each other. At the end of the day, brotherhood will always be in our hearts.Linggo, Oktubre 20, 2013
Trigonometry
Huwebes, Oktubre 17, 2013
Araling Panlipunan
Ang Agimat, na kilala rin bilang anting-anting o bertud, ang pamosong katawagan para sa mutya o amuleto sa Pilipinas. Malaki ang ginagampanang papel nito sa mitolohiya ng katutubong Pilipino. Bagamat marami na ang naging pagbabago sa konteksto ng agimat, ginagamit pa rin ito sa pang araw-araw na pamumuhay ng maraming Pilipino. Sa mga katha at relihiyon, ang agimat ay iniuugnay sa mga ideya ng isang tao ukol sa pamumuno, kapangyarihan, nasyonalismo at rebolusyon.
Sa lugar ng Mt. Banahaw ay talamak ang mga nagbebenta ng agimat. Sa pagpunta mo pa lamang sa ilog ng Mt. Banahaw ay mayroon ng mga tindahan na nakatayo bago ka pa man makarating dito. Itinitinda ang mga anting-anting na ito mula 40-500 pesos depende sa laki at mga kasangkapan na ginamit nila dito.
Tuwing Mahal na Araw ay dumaragsa ang mga tao sa ilang sagradong lugar gaya ng Bundok Banahaw at doon sila nagninilay-nilay sa mga nagawang kasalanan. Base sa aking na-interview na gumagawa ng mga anting-anting, ang pinakamalakas nilang benta dito ay tuwing Mahal na Araw sapagkat maraming mga deboto ang bumibili sa kanila. Samantalang, kakaunti lamang ang kanilang nabebenta kapag normal na araw lamang. Sa lagay na ito, kapag dumarami ang bumibili ng mga produkto (quantity demand) nila ay tumataas ang quantity suplay at sabi ng nagtitinda ay ang kanilang mga agimat ang pinakamaraming quantity suplay sapagkat ito ang may pinakamalaking quantity demand
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