STANDING BY A TRUE GOVERNMENT


PART 1


I am really upset with some people who strongly criticize the administration of President Benigno Simeon "Noynoy" Aquino III even if the president is doing his job full of integrity and sincerity. And these people are the ones who did not condemn the former Arroyo regime despite the vivid rampant corruption during those times. They instead defended the Arroyos despite the condemnation the former leader received from the people.

These people who are very critical to President Noy are not really for change. They are always looking for the negative things in the present administration without counting the positive things that are happening in the country considering that our president is just new to his job.

These personalities are presenting themselves before the public as if they are the most intelligent Filipinos and are always on the right track. But sorry to tell them, they are all wrong. I believe that these people are not worth fighting for. When the president fails, they are always in the frontline ready to slap P-Noy with malicious statements. But when the president succeeds, still they have reservations against the success.

I am a believer of the words of President Noy that “there will be no reconciliation without justice.” The masses are always at the back of the president whenever he needs them or us, ready to rally against the vagaries of this few people who seek nothing but self-interests. Nothing could change my stand against these people. Unfortunately, some of them are allies of the late Icon of Democracy and President Corazon Couangco- Aquino, the mother of P-Noy. Unluckily, they are the ones who claim after the elections that they are ready to work hand-in-hand with the government for the better.

Are they really Filipinos and for Filipinos? Sorry, but I don’t think so. I know the president was hurt by their dissenting actions every time the government is offering a helping hand for peace and justice. I, a believer of change, believe that these people do nothing but are a threat to the government.

In the hostage fiasco, do they have the right to pass the blame to the president? Is the president a superhero? Are they kidding or they are just old enough to be taught of the reality in the society. They seemed to be pre-occupied with corruption and self-centered governance.

In the amnesty of the Oakwood mutinies, who are they to question the Constitutional Privilege of the President to grant amnesty? When Arroyo offers pardon from the alleged murderers of Ninoy, have they heard any comment from the Aquino family especially from former Pres. Cory Aquino? Did they rally against the amnesty given by former President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo? They did not.

In the first place, Trillanes and company are fighting for better and good governance not for corruption and money. Not like these people out there! And I think they know who they are!

The Philippines is not perfect but you and me can make it so.. Let us trust our President... Instead of blaming others, let us rather help them in our own little ways.. Let us not only think of ourselves but let us find out what help we can contribute to strengthen this nation. Let us first ask ourselves whether we have done something for this nation because if we haven't then we are barking on the wrong tree.

BE AN AGENT FOR CHANGE!

SUPPORT AND HELP THE ADMINISTRATION of PRESIDENT BENIGNO AQUINO, III

CHEd rates NORSU a top school for BSN
By Ramie L. Bulaybulay Jr.

THE COMMISSION ON Higher Education (CHED) cited Negros Oriental State University (NORSU) as one of the top performing schools offering Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) in the whole country.

This was based on the 2009 Nurse Licensure Examinations (NLE), where 17 pioneering examinees from NORSU who passed, giving the university an automatic 100 percent passing rate.

According to the announcement released by CHED, the top-performing schools offering BSN were rated based on the results of the recent NLE, with 40.70 percent national passing average set by the Professional Regulations Commission (PRC), while for those who got higher than the set average was based from the school’s number of board takers.

For range three [those schools with 10 to 99 takers], NORSU Main Campus I shares the number one spot as top nursing performing school with Bukidnon State College- Malaybalay Campus and University of the Philippines- Manila Campus, both of which also acquired a 100 percent passing rate.

Meanwhile, Far Eastern University- Manila Campus topped the range one post [those schools with 1,000 and up takers] with 1, 982 passers out of 2, 656 takers or 74.62 passing rate. Whereas for range two [those schools with 100 to 999 takers], the number one top nursing school is Saint Paul University-Iloilo Campus who got a 100 percent passing rate.

In an interview, University President Henry A. Sojor said that the whole NORSU community is happy and proud of CHED’s announcement citing the university as one of the top performing nursing schools for range three. “We are all happy and we are all proud of that achievement and we directly give our appreciation to the College of Nursing [Dentistry, Pharmacy, and Allied Health Sciences (CNDPAHS)] faculty and staff, and to the graduates themselves,” Sojor remarked.

“I believe in the potentials of every Norsunian [and] whether you are poor or rich, intelligence does not distinguish and that proves that even if Norsunians come from poor families they have the intelligence and this intelligence can be shaped and developed in NORSU and it is my hope as president in this university,” the university president pointed out.

Asked for her reaction, BSN freshman Lovely Angelith Unajan said that with that announcement, she is very proud of NORSU. She added that she decided to enroll in NORSU due to the school’s affordable tuition fee while enjoying a high standard instruction. Having not seen the CNDPAHS’ equipment yet, she is optimistic that the college has enough facilities.

Another freshman BSN student Petty Juga Nacario echoed the same sentiment, expressing her happiness to all the pioneering nursing students who passed during the recent NLE. Moreover, she hopes that the university will continue it’s excellence in bringing pride. “NORSU is very excellent in the field of nursing even if it’s a public school,” proving wrong the common notions of the public that once a school pays high, the standard is also high, she emphasized.

Student Government of Dumaguete City I President Mary Dawn Valencia expressed her gratefulness with the said announcement. She added that the good news will encourage and inspire many students to enroll and to keep the good work, not just in BSN but to all courses offered by NORSU. (Publised by The NORSUnian, the Official Student publication of Negros Oriental State University)


Congrats Norsunians!!!

Ang Isla’ng Gimahal Ko!

By Ramie L. Bulaybulay Jr.

Siquijor, Siquijor

Ikaw ang yuta’ng ako’ng gihandum

Ang isla’ng kanunay ko’ng higugmaon,

Wala’y makalupig sa imong katahum

Tungod kay kanunay kamang amumahon.

Ikaw ang gigikanan sa ako’ng paglaum

Bisan na kon ikaw usa ka yuta’ng batuon,

Wala’y sama ang imong mga talan-awon

Nga daw susama sa usa ka bililho’ng bituon.

Ikaw usa ka gasa gikan sa Kahitas-an

Nga dili mabayran bisan unsa paman,

Kay ang imo’ng bugti susama sa usa ka kinabuhi

Nga wala’y maitandi bisan unsa’ng bahandi.

Ikaw ang tinuod nga yuta’ng gipanaad

Kay daghan ang kanimo nag-alagad,

Salamat sa wala’y pu-as nga pagpaambit sa mga bahandi mo

Ilabi na sa pagpapuyo ug pag-amuma kanamo.

Dili masukod ang kahigayunan nga gihatag mo

Tungod niini magpabilin kang tipik sa among tagsa-tagsa ka kinabuhi,

Kay ikaw lang gihapon ang nag-inusarang yuta sa amo’ng kasing-kasing

Ang isla’ng mao’y tinubdan sa kaalam nga hinagiban sa amo’ng kalampusan

Apan bisan sa mga kaayo nga gipaambit mo kanamo

Gitamas-tamasan ug gidagmalan lang gihapon ka,

Bisan wala sila’y igong kapasikaran

Inanay nilang giguba ang imong bulawanong ginghari-an.

Apan ako ang musaad ug manumpa kanimo

Nga ako mubalik sa tukma’ng panahon,

Og pakgangon ang pagpasakit diha kanimo

Tungod kay ikaw ang isla’ng gimahal ko!

My dear Siquijor!

-I hope that the next administration would not only focus on major key cities and areas in the country but may they also consider the improvement and development of poor provinces in the country like SIQUIJOR. Siquijor is part of the Philippines and they should be reminded of this.......

I AM PERSONALLY APPEALING TO THE CURRENT AND NEXT ADMINISTRATION TO WORK HAND IN HAND FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF SIQUIJOR ESPECIALLY ON THE PROVINCE' EDUCATIONAL AND HEALTH SYSTEMS THAT HAS BEEN DETERIORATED DUE TO CORRUPTION.

Take it or leave it.

This is the phrase that each one of us should always be reminded of specially that the 2010 elections is drawing nearer. Now, the challenge lies behind us-youth. This is the time to reflect on what are we going to do so that true change will reign in this country for the betterment of our citizens. We should not wait for others to act on our behalf. Remember, we should always be responsible for every act we are going to take. Let us stop procrastination if we really want true change for this land that has been left behind by many countries in terms of progress and development. Many says that youth are the true hope for every nation. Now, the question is: Where are the youths of the Philippines. We should always be prepared especially that we are the genuine holder of the key that would lead us to genuine change. Change for the better. Change for true freedom. Change for clean politics. Change for the educational systems and instruction. Change for equal protection. Change for true Christians. We will be able to obtain these aspirations and changes that all of us are hoping for if each and everyone of us will accept the challenge. Let us not waste our single vote. Every vote counts. Every vote could make as difference. Every vote could be an agent for change that all of us are hoping for. Now, the challenge is within yourself. Take it or leave it. Let us act because through our correct and right actions the very hope for change will be met.

Ramie "Prof. Dice""Pichay"

2010 elections

by PICHAY

Many are aspiring for different positions this coming May 10, 2010 elections. Mulit-party systems in the Philippines pick and endorse their own bets for the many positions. Many of them said that they are the true agents of change for this up coming polls. As a matter of fact, eight are running for presidents and eight are also aspiring for the vice presidency, while there are 58 who are running for the senatorial post. Hundreds are contesting for the congressional posts, may they are district representatives or patylist aspirants, along with the hundreds of gubernatorial and vice gubernatorial candidates for the more than 80 provinces. These are poofs of how the Philippine Republic is presently divided when it comes to ideals and beliefs. May we reflect on the disadvantage of multi-party systems in the country that doesn't only affects our economy but most especially the ordinary and common people who were victims of political vendetta.
(part 1)

Christmas

Christmas is the most awaited season of all seasons in the entire human race. Christmas is not just a celebration of life but is also a celebration of hope, peace and love. Christmas is uniquely designed by God the father to give hope for the lost, last and the least.

"The Island Paradise"

From the lush patches of green forested mountains, to the seemingly never ending stretch of immaculate white sandy beaches, to the colorful array of coral reefs teeming with unique marine life ideally blanketing the sun-reflected blue sea best for snorkeling, scuba diving and other water sports. Siquijor is renowned for its very majestic and beautiful sites that awe any spelunker. I take Siquijor as one of the best tourist spots in the entire world for its unique and brilliant places. Based on statistical record, Siquijor has at least 45 beautiful and amazing caves. Stalactites and stalagmites of different formations coupled with a grand view of waterfalls cascading in a series of rock basins. Siquijor is also home of various fauna and flora with so many endemic species that can only be found at the very core of the island's province. Siquijor is also known for its mystical healing and folks ritual. Siquijor is a haven place for every family who wants a place where they can relax and where they can spend quality time with each other. Siquijor is tagged for its zero (0) percet crime rate. Siquijor is also home to beautiful beaches with a very fine white and pristine sands. All these personal manifestations of mine is a living fact and a living proof that Siquijor is your ordinary place to stay with but with extra ordinary GOD given natural resources.



Visit and Enjor your stay at Siquijor. The place where you can really say an ISLAND of PARADISE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!



Yours truly,

RAMIE "PICHAY" L. BULAYBULAY, JR.

MARTIAL LAW

The declaration of martial law in Maguindanao is a thing that we all Filipinos should be involved of. We Filipinos must be vigilant enough with this move of the government. Even though the Arroyo administration is always insisting that the declaration of the said military rule was due to a rebellion that is allegedly planned by the Ampatuan clans against the government, still we should be watchful and observant. As the late US President Jonh F. Kennedy said " Do not dare to ask what the nation can give to you, but ask yourself of what you can give to the nation." Let us make ourselves be the vanguard of our own freedom and of our own country. Our freedom is the most precious treasure that we have in our country, let it not be taken again by others who are greed in power. I firmly believe that the declaration of a state of martial law in Maguindanao is a good move made by the administration so that immediate justice for the victims of the massacre will be served, but the declaration violates the provisions in the constitution. One does not have to be a lawyer or a Bachelor of Law holder just to interpret the clear statements in the constitution. It states that the President may impose a state of martial law if any act of invasion or rebellion happened, but the situation in Maguindanao is very different. There was no any act of rebellion or invasion in the said province but only an intelligence report that a rebellion is being planned. Such move is unconstitutional and should be rebuked by the congress at the soonest possible time. I do believe that our senators and the member of the House of Representatives are intelligent people and most of them are lawyers so I hope that they will not use their political affiliation for them to be influenced by the palace. May they be enlightened by the power of God for them to derive a good and justifiable assessment and decision on the declaration of martial law. May they not disappoint the Filipino community even just for this time.

WE SHOULD ENTRUST EVERYTHING TO GOD...

Maguindanao Massacre

In behalf of my fellow Siquijodnons, I greatly condemn the massacre that took place last November 23 killing more that 60 persons. It was a barbaric act that is not of human but of an animal. Being a student journalist and being an ordinary people, I would like to ask the President of the Republic of the Philippines to take immediate action in the heinous act that happened in Maguindanao. Being a leader, she should let justice rains amid political ties and political debts. Her tasked is not to protect the political dynasties that brought her to the highest post in the land, but to safeguard the entire nation especially the poor and ordinary people. I urged all people to be vigilant enough especially on the probing of this delicate case. We must be involved in this evil mass destruction so to bring immediate justice to the victims and to their families. Let us be united this time despite of our differences. As the old saying goes, "Ask not what the nation can give to you but ask yourself what you can to your nation." Let us be united in urging the government to take measures for the restoration of our ruined nation The international community is looking in us. We have to think whom to vote for this coming election. True change is what we really need. Let us not be blinded by people who say that they are the genuine instrument and vehicle for change. Let us cast our vote for those rare entities that are willing to serve this poor country despite political affiliations. Let these happenings in our country be a guide to one and all. Let us remove all elective officials who are considered as menace of this land. PICHAY

CONDOLENCE TO THE VICTIMS OF THE MAGUINDANAO MASSACRE

JUSTICE!!!

THE ONLY ONE

The only person whom we can always count to, whom we can always rely on, who is always ready to offer a helping hand and a shoulder for us to rely on is the only one- BRO! We are the indeed fortunate enough because inspite of the sins that we have committed, still BRO is there for us especially in times of difficulties. HE is always willing to impart to all of us HIS great love. Even if we are in the darkest part of our lives, still BRO did not forsake us. We should be thankful to HIM always because without HIM we are indeed nothing. Whatever possessions we have right now, whatever knowledge we have right now and whatever talent we have right now are all useless if we are not using it for the greater glory of GOD. Always remeber that life the greatest gift that must be cherished and cared for with outmost love. I may not be the right authority to say all these things, but I am just one of those billions who discovered and appreciated the reality that we have a savior - and that's BRO! Pichay

According to Dr. Pedrina Patron, "Life without problems is not life at all".

Indeed, we were born in this vast earth to face problems and to surpass them. I also realized that during this time of crisis in most aspects of our lives, we have to hold on and entrust everything to BRO, our personal SAVIOR. We must put in to our young minds that "NOTHING IS IMPOSSIBLE TO HIM". We should always be ready whatever happens to us. It may be a happy or sad chapter of our life, still we have to be thankful to our Lord since all things happened for a purpose. Pichay

Note: Dr. Pedrina PaTron is my World Literature Professor

LIFE IS INDEED BEAUTIFUL DESPITE OF THE CHALLENGES THAT COMES IN OUR WAY. WE MAY BE KNOCK DOWNED HUNDRED TIMES BUT WE HAVE TO RISE UP FOR WE WERE BORN TO WIN. Pichay

Magandang araw mga mamamayan!

Ako po ay lubos na nagdadalamhati sa sinapit ng ating kapwa Pilipino sa Luzon na kung saan sila ay nalubog sa tubig baha. Nawa ito ay makapaghatid sa atin ng magandang aral na tayo ay wag mapag samantala sa ating likas na yaman. Mga kababayan, di natin tantya ang panahon. Wala tayong sapat na lakas upang pigilan ang mga kalamidad na darating sa ating bansa. Tayo ay matutong magpahalaga sa likas na yaman na bigay ng ating PUONG MAYKAPAL. Bigyan natin ng pansin ang mga basura sa ating paligid. Tayo ay magkapit bisig para sa ika-uunlad ng ating pinakamamahal na bayan. Ako,Ikaw, Tayong lahat ay magkaisa para sa ikaliligaya at ikakapayapa ng ating mahal na Pilipinas. tayoay magdasal sa mga taong pumanaw dahil sa paghagupit ng bagyo at sa mga taong naghihirap ngayon dahil sa sinapit na kalamidad. Magtiwala kay BRO! May Bukas pa!

Ako og ikaw(Kitang tanan)

Kalimti ayaw kining inyong ubos og pobre nga alagad nga andam mudoyog kaninyo sa walay paglubad. Una sa tanan, mapasalamaton ako sa atong Labaw nga Makagagahom nga maoy tinubdan niining tanan. Ikaduha, mapasalamaton ako sa mga tawo nga andam mudawat kanako sa walay pagduhaduha. Nga gidawat ako dili tungod kay aduna akoy ikabalos kanila kun dili gidawat ako sa akong pagka ako. Mga kabatan-onan, sama kanako ako nakasabot sa inyong mga yangongo og kalagot sa atong mga tampalasan, hakog og kurakot nga mga tigdumala niining atong gipangga ug gimahal nga nasod. Busa gihagit tamong tanan nga magbantay sa inyong tagsa tagsa ka kumonidad alang sa ikalambo niining atong ginatawag og yutang natawhan. Kita ang manglimbasog aron atong makab-ot ang hustisya og tinood nga gobyerno ilalom sa mando sa atong demokratikong pangagamhanan. Ako ug ikaw, kitang tanan! Pro-Pinoy po tayong lahat- PICHAY

The 2010 National Election

This coming 2010 presidential election is considered as an avenue for CHANGE. We Filipinos, especially the youth, play a vital role in the upcoming election. This is the time to rise up from the lethargy of graft and corruption, extra-judicial killings, and other considered menace of the society. It is in this point of our life that we have to endure all the efforts we can offer to build a new nation. A nation that is democratic not just by words or by documents but also by deeds.(PICHAY)

The Price of Freedom

For me, the price of the Philippine freedom is beyond measure. Our freedom is one of the most priceless gems that we ever had. Our freedom had been always at stake. From the Spanish colonization down to the Japanese and American invasions. Our freedom was also paralyzed for a decades because of the declaration of martial law. Let us not make all these things happen again. Let us make a stand to what Sen. Benigno Aquino said, that we Filipinos are worth dying for. Let us not asked what this beautiful nation can offer to us, but let us asked ourselves what can we give to the Philippines. Let us not think for ourselves but think for the common good. Fight for our freedom.-PICHAY

Mr. Siquijor

Ako si Ramie!