Mary, Queen of the Philippines

(Mary, Queen of the Philippines song)

Marian hymns are Christian songs dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary. As the Theotokos [Mother of God], we [Catholics] always ask for her help to pray for us just like in the wedding feast at Cana. These devotion has been instilled in Catholic traditions to honor her "yes" to God and her role in salvation. They are used in liturgical celebration during Virgin Mary's solemnities and feast. Traditionally they are sung on the month of May [Flores de Mayo]. The entire month dedicated for her.

Forgiveness is never easy

It is hard to advise a person to forgive others because forgiveness is never easy. Not until I read the message of Jesus in the Book of Truth did I expand my understand on why forgiveness is pathway to freedom and the danger of not forgiving. Be open and let His Words help you.

"Know that every time you forgive another, although he may seem like the enemy, you expand My Heart of Love and Mercy." - Jesus Christ (01/14/2011)

How to Ensure Survival of Orphaned New Born Kitten

When you decide to rescue and raise kitten specifically neonatal (newborn) kitten without their mothers, you should equip yourselves with knowledge on how to do so. Taking take of them on their very early age is no simple task. These neonatal kittens are very delicate and may suddenly die or "fade". They are vulnerable because their body and immune system is not fully developed yet. Therefore, they have very high mortality rate therefore most of them die during the first week of their lives. Here are some information necessary to ensure their survival.

Care Tips for New Born Cocker Spaniel without Mommies

Adopting cocker spaniel at very early age is a big responsibility. You will become not just the owner but also the mother of the cocker spaniel puppy. Taking care of them demands love, patience, time and focus so be ready when you commit this responsibility. Here are some care tips for new born cocker spaniels without mommies 

Mabolo Tree in Mabolo, Cebu

Place Named After Tree (I)

Mabolo is called velvet apple or persimmon (English) and peach bloom (India). This is indigenous in the Philippines. This oblate fruit comes in different colors: pink, brownish, yellow, orange or purple-red skin. In Mabolo, Cebu the fruit looks like santol in the first glance

Why Travelling is Becoming Popular

The trend of today's generation aside from social media is travelling. Despite the danger of terrorist the growth of tourism industry sped up. According to World Travel Monitor, worldwide outbound trips for the first 8 months of 2016 increased by 3.9% and 6% on 2017

Signs of Loving Husky over Other Things

Bias alert! Yes I am partial to husky. Who wouldn't? Husky is a loyal, outgoing and even mischievous a big plus that they have closest appearance to a wolf. They are 12th in both American Kennel Club (2017, 2016 and 2015) and stltoday.com site. You may not agree with this but other people prefer the companionship of husky rather than

A Teacher Who Climbs

Teaching is honorable profession that is why we have Teacher's Day. They are appreciated for their patience and dedication to the student to improve the education of one's country. There also instances where they become the inspiration of the students. Also many of them are unforgettable to their students due to their unusual beliefs, teaching styles or voices.

Last Christmas, I met my classmate during elementary and learned the environment of her job. She have less than 10 indigenous students in Kitakal Elementary School

Facts about Jack Russell You Might Not Know

Jack Russell has an interesting origin, deeper than you might thought. The interesting facts about this breed is synonymous to "controversy" in canine community. Let's look at facts about Jack Russell you might not know.

History

Does this breed name sound like a human name? It is so because John “Jack” Russell known as “The Sporting Parson” was a priest in Devon, England

Reason You Adore Your Dog

How many wire cables, couch, carpets, bed sheets, slippers, toys, etc. has been victimized by the furry little fellow with canine – dog? Oh how many sleepless nights or how rowdy is your living room, kitchen, bed room and bathroom? And the list goes on the collateral damage caused by your dog. But then despite all of these, still why adore your dog?

April showers bring May flowers

My first blog will be who am I: a little pinch of history of a very short poem. What poem? Clue - on big font. "April showers bring May flowers" is meaningful for me. This is us, the three women in my family, my sister, me and my mother. Thus, I really like it.

History

A little probing on the internet, I found that this poem was recorded since 1557. This short poem was included in the work published by under Thomas Tusser. It is a collecttion of writings entitled "Five Hundred Pointes of Good Husbandrie". The poem is found on the 38th chapter under April husbandrie.

Sweet April showers

Do spring May flowers

Another poem which included similar phrase was recorded, presumably on 1610:

March winds and April showers

Bring forth May flowers

Sense of the Poem

This was then reduced and become known to: "April showers bring May flowers". The poem originated in Ireland and United Kingdom where heavy rains occur in April. So for them the poem has basically literal meaning. The poem can simply describe their climate. But for people who don't have rainy April, reflecting on this short poem brings forth deep meaning. The poem can be used to consul people. It reminds us the virtues of hope and perseverance. In whatever bad circumstances, up to the endurance of your tolerance, it be won't forever. When bad things stops a time just as magnificent in the meadow of flowers begins. And looking back the rainstorm you just survive, you find that it is but a shower.

At the first sight of the poem I come to love it. It is because my given name is April and my sister's is May. Philippines, my country, have summer in April so we seldom experience April showers though we have May flowers. My mother loves flowers so every May most beautiful blossoms within the entire year. Most of the flowers blooms and trees bears fruit in May. The kids offers flowers to Mama Mary in chapel during May (Flores de Mayo). It is delightful to watch their enthusiasm asking and preparing the flowers in our home that they bring to the chapel.