“'A' for effort" is a common expression of our times. It is a rating we give to someone who gives his all for a work or cause. What are the things that we prioritize in life? What are our "A for efforts"? While society urges...
Are you happy? In this time of the pandemic, this question may sound irrelevant. Can we still be happy at this time? Oxford English Dictionary’s definition of “happy” is a little more helpful: It is a “feeling or showing pleasure or contentment.” From this definition, PositivePsychology.com...
Two elderly men were talking about the successes of their respective sons. One said, “You know what? My son Louie is a CEO in a big multinational company in Metro Manila. “Daku siya ug sweldo.” The other man replied, “My son Marty has a big...
“Focus your energy on the things you can control” is a mantra I have learned and lived during this pandemic. The truth is we can only control ourselves. We have no control of other people. Yes, maybe we can but that would be stressful for...
One of the time wasters in life according to a time management article, is one’s extreme desire to be perfect. For many people, perfectionism is a goal in life. Anything below the level of flawlessness is a failure. However, in reality, it is a long...
[gallery columns="1" size="full" ids="32512,32513,32514,32511"] The Institute of the Daughters of Mary of the Assumption draws its origin from the apostolic trust given by its founder Louis Joseph Arthur Melanson to an association of volunteer teachers. In 1922, fourteen young women answered the invitation of Fr. Melanson,...
I grew up with my siblings and neighbors playing syatong and tagu-anay (Hide and Seek) in the 1970s. When slambooks were the in thing we were familiar with “simplicity is beauty” as one’s motto in life. In our innocent minds, we have learned and recognized...
[gallery columns="1" size="full" ids="32431,32432,32430"] Davaoeños since the 1970s and even earlier are all familiar with the Cursillo house and Our Lady of Good Counsel Dormitory along Florentino Torres Street, Davao City. These landmarks have been apostolates of the MIC sisters since. Today, August 8, 2021, the MIC...
As one travels to the northern part of Davao City and takes the commercial Bajada (now J.P. Laurel Avenue) road, one cannot help but appreciate the beautiful church of Our Mother of Perpetual Help Parish, popularly known as the Redemptorist Church. Bro. Karl Gaspar, CSsR...
In my past articles, I have shared about my coming home, finding meaning in my journey and the role of faith in this time of the pandemic. Today, I want to share something light but essential. A topic which is very close to our hearts...