BAHAY BAKASYUNAN SA CAMIGUIN BY: Sheila Mae E. Rapal

Have a pleasure feeling here in the Isla!

The place where you can enjoy most of the time.

All Souls Day and All Saints Day up coming! by: Sheila Mae E. Rapal
It is a tragedy that All Saints Day is less recognized than Halloween, now a secular celebration of what was once the day before All Hallows (Saints) Day.
While the Bishops' decision was made because of the difficulties for many Catholics of attending Mass on these working days, its consequences have included a further erosion in the liturgical life of the Church, and diminished awareness of the Communion of Saints, the doctrine which teaches that believers on earth are united in a spiritual fellowship with the saints in Heaven and the souls in Purgatory .
The feasts of All Saints Day and All Souls Day, when we are encouraged to offer Masses and prayers for our deceased family members and relatives, were the living expression of a doctrine which stretched back to the earliest era of Christianity, and which is embodied in the Apostles' Creed.
The origin of All Saints Day is to be found in the prayers made to the martyr saints of the persecuted Church in the early centuries.
All Souls Day reflects the constant teaching of the Church, stretching back into the Old Testament period where it is recorded in the Book of Machabees, 'It is therefore a holy and wholesome thought to pray for the dead, that they may be loosed from their sins.'
These beautiful feast days are both a source of inspiration and a consolation that we, in the world of strife and confusion, can aspire to be reunited with our families and friends in the joyful perfection of Heaven. The effort of attending Mass on these days will be rewarded a hundred-fold.

I like You: by Sheila Mae Rapal

             If I could say to you that “I LOVE YOU” I say it a thousand times, but I don’t want you to know. You stared at me one time then we both smile when I caught you looking at me. I felt something terrible and strange. I know and I think “I LIKE YOU”. I tried to forget you but it seems that it’s so hard to follow. The more I tried to forget you, the more my heart beat so fast and say that “I LIKE YOU”.

             Before, it was Sunday morning, the guy texted me that “Can I ask you something?” I replied “What?, he said “Do you have a boyfriend? Can we talk? I want to talk to you in person”. I was so shocked when I read the message.  My heart beats fast while wearing a big smile in my face. Then I replied “Hubog ka lang siguro mao nag tripping ka noh?” he said “Dili man ko hubog or even ga inum promise” ….hehehe… I felt too much “kilig” until the time came when he courted me in person. I said why not?.  I felt too nervous whenever I’m with him. I don’t know what to do and how to react.

             I told myself, I wish I was a wind so that I can whisper “I Love You” to his ears and let him feel my love for him every moment we meet.

             Having special someone is such a nice feeling in which an individual may do experience. It could inspire us to some things and go for beyond our limits. But remember, it should be done carefully and bear in mind of what we are involving.

A Broken Hearted Me

 

How do I mend a broken heart?

My entire world has fallen apart.

 

How do I find hope in a brand new day,

When the one I love has gone away?

My mind over flows with memories of you,

all of that we've shared, all that we knew.

 

 I long for your touch and your warm embrace,

the look in your eyes, the smile on your face.

 

My dreams are filled with your soft gentle kiss,

I wake and cry for all that I miss.

 

How do I mend a broken heart,

when my one true love and I are apart?

My heart knows to love only you, it

won't let go, what do I do?

 

Our moments together were precious and few,

but I cherished them all more than you knew.

I love you my love and always will,

I loved you then and I love you still.

 

 

November 1 "No work, No pay" for workers

The “no work, no pay” policy applies on All Saints’ Day, the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) reported yesterday.

Labor Secretary Rosalinda Baldoz said Nov. 1 is a special non-working day nationwide and employers must abide by proper pay rules and core labor standards.

Baldoz said the DOLE already issued the necessary guidelines to allow employers nationwide to properly comply with the pay rules.

“The proper observance of the pay rules and core labor standards on this special non-working day promotes decent work, the productivity of workers and competitiveness,” Baldoz said.

Under the law, employee/s who will not report to work during a non-working day are prohibited to receive any salary on that said day.

“If the employee did not work, the no work, no pay principle shall apply, unless there is a favorable company policy, practice, or collective bargaining agreement (CBA) granting payment on a special day,” Baldoz explained.

However, employee/s who will report to work on All Saints Day will receive an additional 30% of daily rate in the first eight hours of work.

"For work done in excess of eight hours, a worker shall be paid an additional 30 percent of hourly rate". Baldoz said.

Those who will report for work during a special day that also falls on their rest day shall be paid an additional 50 percent on the first eight hours of work.

"Work done in excess of eight hours during a special day that also falls on day off, shall be paid an additional 30 percent of hourly rate" Baldoz said.

 

English

At start I find difficulties
when I hear the word "English"
Oh! I ask myself "what's this?"
and then I know what it is.


English, Oh! what a wonderful word
for all over the world
subject that is dealt and heard
for my innocent little world.


When the class began
all the students stand
to welcome the elegant
and beautiful instructor in stand.


And now the teaching start
and I listen with my whole heart
just to learn and teach my heart
to use English and build a new start.


In this life, English is applied
Everyday, we learn English behind
and comes from our mouth
easy English instead of hard.

Girls court Guys?

Guys court girls? There's nothing wrong with it but what if girls court guys? Well, its a different story.

Most girls wish to be with someone who will love them eternally and will treat them as special someone. They want to be pampered and cared by someone whom they love so much.

But what if there feelings are ignored and remain rejected by someone whom they want to be with? Is it rightful to do the first move to reveal what's inside their heart?

Others may say, it is okay that girls would express their feelings towards a guy. But what if the guy ignores you and can't love you back? Will you be blind enough to bear all the pain and shame it may cause? Shameful and hurtful it is but be happy and be proud of yourself that you have the courage to show and express your feelings. Don't be discouraged what other people might say to you, at least you tried. There are some circumstances that a guy can't reveal their feelings to a girl because he is afraid to be ignored and dumped. But if the guy notices the girl showing interest to him, he will be encouraged to go on what his heart dictates and they may end up as a happy couple.

However, revealing feelings to a guy may result to an unsure situation. She may be played by the guy she loves or just be accepted just to boost their ego. Boys really don't like a girl who does the first move. It may create a negative impression on their part. They might think that the girl is cheap, flirt and game as well. But, girls should not be treated that way. It isn't their fault to fall for someone.

In contrary, girls should bear in mind that there is nothing wrong in revealing first but make sure that your dignity and self-respect is still intact. If you think that a guy is not worthy for you love then words are better left unsaid.