Desiderata

Go placidly amid the noise and the haste,
and remember what peace there may be in silence.

As far as possible, without surrender,
be on good terms with all persons.
Speak your truth quietly and clearly;
and listen to others,
even to the dull and the ignorant;
they too have their story.
Avoid loud and aggressive persons;
they are vexatious to the spirit.

If you compare yourself with others,
you may become vain or bitter,
for always there will be greater and lesser persons than yourself.
Enjoy your achievements as well as your plans.
Keep interested in your own career, however humble;
it is a real possession in the changing fortunes of time.

Exercise caution in your business affairs,
for the world is full of trickery.
But let this not blind you to what virtue there is;
many persons strive for high ideals,
and everywhere life is full of heroism.
Be yourself. Especially do not feign affection.
Neither be cynical about love,
for in the face of all aridity and disenchantment,
it is as perennial as the grass.

Take kindly the counsel of the years,
gracefully surrendering the things of youth.
Nurture strength of spirit to shield you in sudden misfortune.
But do not distress yourself with dark imaginings.
Many fears are born of fatigue and loneliness.

Beyond a wholesome discipline,
be gentle with yourself.
You are a child of the universe
no less than the trees and the stars;
you have a right to be here.
And whether or not it is clear to you,
no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should.

Therefore be at peace with God,
whatever you conceive Him to be.
And whatever your labors and aspirations,
in the noisy confusion of life,
keep peace in your soul.

With all its sham, drudgery, and broken dreams,
it is still a beautiful world.
Be cheerful. Strive to be happy.

Magellan's Cross

"This cross of Tindalo wood encases the original cross planted by Ferdinand Magellan on this very site on April 21 1521".. This is engraved on the sign at the bottom of the Cross. Although some historians said, that it could not possibly contain the original cross and Magellan's Cross has long been gone. The Cross brings a lot of history and influence to the Pilipinos, cause it marked the country's embrace to Christianity.

The shrine where the Cross is can be found within the compound of Basilica de Santo Niño in Cebu City.

Manny Pacquiao

Manny "Pacman" Pacquiao (30), born on December 17, 1978 is the current WBC Super Fetherweight Champion of the World and The Ring Super Featherweight Champion of the World. He is the former People's Featherweight Champion of the World (2003 - 2005), IBF Super Bantamweight Champion (2001 - 2004), former WBC Flyweight Champion (1998 - 1999). At the age of 25 he already had a record of 41-3-2 (Win-Loss-Draw) with 30 KOs. With a current record of 46-3-2 with 35 KOs.

From a poor family in General Santos, Philippines he made his way to the ring and inspired millions of his country men. He is known as the "Pambansang Kamao" [National Fist] and continues to make the Philippines proud. With a big heart in or outside the ring, Pacquiao has his foundation that helps poor family. And has always been a big supporter of the Boxing sports in the country, supporting several boxing camp.

On May 2, 2009 Pacquiao is scheduled to fight Ricky "The Hitman" Hatton, the current Ring Magazine Junior Welterweight Champion from the UK. That is going to be a very exciting fight for both champions, and however the fight goes, they surely will not disappoint their millions of fans.

Jose Rizal

Dr. José P. Rizal (José Protasio Rizal Mercado y Alonso Realonda) (June 19, 1861 – December 30, 1896) The Philippines' national hero.

Jose Rizal the hero that he was, wrote several books that became his peaceful means for institutional and political reforms. Some of the great books that he wrote were “Noli Me Tangere” and “El Filibusterismo”.

Today, many young Filipinos still believe and live in the teachings and beliefs of Rizal. Their advocacy to change the government and country to become better is the foundation of what they are fighting for. After all it was Rizal who said,, “Ang Kabataan ang Pagasa ng Bayan”. (The Youth is the hope of the Country.)

RA No. 1425 prescribes the teaching of the life, works and writings of Jose Rizal for all school, colleges and universities.

Rizal was executed in Luneta Park or Rizal Park, what was then Bagumbayan. The anniversary of Rizal's death is commemorated as a Philippine holiday called “Rizal Day” every December 30th.