June 1, 2009
Today, I was waiting for Divina’s text
message. However I was planning to go back to Manila before June 10. I was not
interested in joining the alumni homecoming. It is maybe because I don’t have
enough budget for that.
At three o’ clock, Shobee texted me. She
later gave me load because she has a big problem. I have learned that it was
due to Epr. The latter hurt her physically. She was so hurt. It was the most
painful of all their fights. Thus, I gave her soothing words. I made sure that
I was not bias or prejudice to both of them. I studied her story. I knew the
fault was made by her brother. I then advised her to take a distance from her
half-brother to avoid dispute.
It was a long conversation. I felt sad
about it. Yet I was proud of myself that I was chosen by her to be a
shoulder-to-cry-on.
I also asked her if she wanted to text and
ask about what he did. She just preferred to keep her silence. I instead texted
her brother of a thing about a song he liked. I wanted merely to test if he’s
sane still. He replied after a long while using Shobee’s number. I felt glad. I
knew they reconciled already. It was confirmed by Bee herself. She impliedly
complimented me.
Later I text-conversed with Epr. We talked
about MMS and songs, he like. I guess he’s okay now.
June 2, 2009
When I got up at past six, I did sweeping
job first before having coffee. Then, I did some bonsai work. I later made
another signage “Wanted: Maids (in Manila and Bulan),” since Ate Che needs two
maids.
At nine, I was doing laundry. Bee and I
were texting, as well. She’s going to a job interview today. I wished her luck.
Before eleven, I texted Daba. I asked her “Panu na ang alumni ntin?”
She said she would text me later if she’s
free. It favored me. I was invited by Amy to a meeting at Sabang Park tonight.
It might conflict to a meeting in Polot.
I was still hoping that applicants arrive
to inquire. But no one came in until afternoon. I wanted to leave Bulan soon. I
could not take a weeklong stay here anymore. I did not know. It’s maybe because
there’s a crisis in here. I also could not relax. In fact, at 2 pm, I was in a
rice mill and when I got home at past 3, I cooked biko. It was a sweaty job.
Daba notified me that the meeting was canceled
due to a suspicious bad weather. It gladdened me. I could not be there
immediately if it was not postponed.
My being a LET passer was not kept secret
to our neighbors. In fact, Jean Luna thought the biko I cooked was my blowout. She asked for it. I gave her when Ate
Ningning told me to do so.
I realized that Papay Benson was very proud
of me. My success is his pleasure. He wasn’t disappointed by me.
Amy did not text me. It means our meeting
would not be realized. Besides, I could not see her tonight due to the bad
weather.
June 3. 2009
At past 6:30 am, I did marketing. I bought
Ate Ningning’s paninda. When I got
home, I was directed again to buy viands. I was so occupied today. Cooking,
using timbers, made me sick. But it’s nicer than to have a poor or unhealthy
lunch.
I was taking a nap when Amy texted me. She
said that I have to see her at their house because she looked for a maid in my
behalf. Thus at past 3, I left home. I first bought flip-flop in the market,
then I went to RGCC. I talked to Mariel there when she was freed from admitting
enrollees.
At 4:30 pm, I went to Managa-naga. Amy was
not yet there. Thus her mother accommodated me. We talked about Amy’s schooling
and her boyfriend. Before our conversations, I lent my reviewer to Ate Onang. I
also promised her to send my other reviewers when I got in Manila.
Amy arrived at 5:30. We immediately left to
talk to the maid, she’s recommending. However, the former wanted to leave Bulan
on July. It was very disappointing. We looked and talked to other prospects,
but it was a failure again.
Florenil texted me at 7 pm. We conversed
for a few hours. And at the end of our conversation, she told me to keep in
touch with them even when I am working in Taguig. I assured her, I will.
Amy decided right away, when I told her
that Ate Che was looking for two housemaids, that she wanted to work. Thus, she
looked for other maid to complete the needed persons being sought for. Then, at
past 7 pm, we went at Ate Che’s house.
Ate Che’s need of a full-time maid and she
only needs one. Amy was pushed by her acquaintance. The latter gave way.
However, Ate Che did not hire her immediately. She was to consult it first to
her husband. But I knew m she would hire Amy.
I was home at past eight. I just walked
home.
Later I was texting unlimitedly. One of my
text mates was Epr. Tina replied as well when I asked her if she knew someone
who’s willing to work in manila as a maid. She kids me that she wanted to work
as a maid. But I did not take it seriously. So she did.
She has learned as well my teaching job
before I was not able to reply due to the emptiness of my phone battery.
June 4, 2009
Six-thirty when I got up. I started
anticipating for applicants. I also planned of going to Tia Dolor’s house. So
at past 7, I left home. Before I could get to Bulasu, Tia Marissa hailed me.
She talked to me about the maids, I was looking for. She wanted to apply. I
just did not like her. Besides, she’s not qualified. However she promised that
she would look for maids and would refer them to me.
While waiting for Tia Dolor, who according
to Tia Marissa has just passed by, I conversed with the latter. Later, Tio Pogi
arrived. He recommended his wife. So when Tia Dolor arrived, we went to Tio
Pogi’s house. I talked to his wife.
I was still sad because I could not find
someone I would give to Auntie Vangie. Tio Pogi’s wife is not suited for
Auntie’s house. She must be a single lady to be hired.
I went back home disappointed.
After breakfast, I began texting some of my
friends. I asked for help. But I failed again.
I then waited for applicants.
At eleven am, I went to Tahimik. I asked
Ate Emang. But she did not know anyone who wanted to work as maid. It broke my
heart so badly. I was very frustrated.
T TWO PM, Tia Dolor and I went to her
prospects. I was just disappointed to see the eager applicant. I could not
recommend her to Auntie Vangie, but I could give her to Let, a resident of
Binangonan.
I texted Let. I knew she requires 18 to 30
years old, but I still told her how willing the applicant to work is and how
experience she is. I have got no reply from her.
At past two, I was invited by Delon at
their house. We watched Grafield 2, the Movie. Eking, Chaty, and Jasleen were
there, too. I temporarily forgot my problem.
At four pm, I was cooking guisadong sotanghon for meryenda. It was when Mj replied. She
said that they were fine. She also asked about my problem. She would expect me
to be there at June 10.
I tried to escape from cooking at 6 pm, but
I could not take it. Kuya Bambi was watching tv. Ate Ningning was in her store.
After cooking, I conversed with Nonoy near
the street. It was during the blackout. We talked about school. He also told me
that if he needs my help, he would text me. I said, “No problem.’
June 5, 2009
I got up very early at 6:30. I just took
hot drink and charged my phone. I also visited my bonsai trees. Then, I went
back upstairs. I did an exercise there.
At past eight, I was about to leave,
applicants’ friend arrived. Tia Dolor also came in. We all went to Pon-od. I
interviewed Ayen’s friend and other two applicants. I only hired the first.
I was so glad that I could give Auntie
Vangie a maid. I would only think of the maid I should give to Let.
I went back to RGCC. Dichoso and Infante
would be there too to enroll. While waiting I encode the LET passers, posted on
a streamer. I found out that some of the names there were the names that were
already passed before April 15, 2009 LET. But I don’t care. All I knew is that
I am a take-one passer. I’m so proud of my achievement.
At nine-thirty, April arrived. Gleazy
arrived late. We’re talking gladly about several matters while I took down
notes of the hiring procedures for public school teachers that were posted on
the bulletin board.
Christian was there, as well.
Later Ma’am Aneli Sarmiento came in. I
waved to her. She recognized me and congratulated me. I never thought that she
could still remember me.
I have learned that she also took 18 units
and has passed the LET before I do.
My two friends have gotten a big problem in
RGCC when they were told to wear uniform starting on Monday. So we inquired at SLI-KRAMS
I also advised them to file for LET before July.
At twelve, I was in Polot. I went first at
Lolo Aton’s house. But Lola Banday was sleeping so I decided to go back there
later.
On the way to Elizaga Street, Tata Odi and
Tia Mila talked to me. Tata Odi asked about my teaching profession. I was
forced to confide.
Then I saw Neneng. She already knew that I
passed the LET.
Before 1 pm, I was at Mamay Gaya’s house. I
conversed with her and Manay Aday. They have learned also about my new job. But
before that, Manay Niknik congratulated me. I wondered how she did know about
it. Yet it was so gladdening that it was not kept secret.
Manay Aday and I had a solo conversation. I
have learned about Tia Letty’s words that she heard from the former. She too
has an ill-feeling toward Jano’s mother-in-law. So I was forced to give her
some scenarios proving the meanness of Tia Letty.
I was so mad of her demeanor.
At 3 pm, I went to Liman, specifically to
Reno’s house. We conversed for an hour. I just wanted to ask if they could
recommend someone to work as a housemaid. I was slightly disappointed to know
they don’t know somebody.
At past 4, I left Liman. I then visited the
ruins of typhoon Dante. I was very shocked to the river across our property.
The flood caused great damages in many properties.
Then, I visited Papay Valentin, who has
just got pardon from the correctional. He and Tammy were doing something while
I was talking with them. They’re starting anew life in their property together
with an elderly woman, who has a daughter and grandchild.
I have learned many facts about them. So
they do from me and my family. I was glad that they were back!
Then, I visited Lolo Aton and Lola Banday.
The former was glad for my visit. She was also thankful for some good new I
brought her, such as Mama’s successful eye operation and my new job.
I wanted to see and talk to Auntie Leny but
she already left the library. I did not go to their house because I saw Daba.
We then went to see Cecille.
The three of us conversed until we decided
to go to Anying’s house. We waited there for so long, but it has never a dull
moment. We talked about our career.
Before Anying arrived, Dindo came first.
And after a few hours, we went to see Teddy at their store. The next hours,
we’re drinking San Mig Light beer. I was glad to be with them, but I was
worried that I might blow up. I have not had lunch. I just ate breakfast before
I left home. Plus, the dinner was skipped.
However I still quaffed my beer. Good
thing, there were barbeques on the center. I also had suman a while ago, given by Anying.
I tried to converse with them. I, however
could not contribute more to the conversation maybe because of Teddy and
Dindo’s presence. Though they are nice, I still felt uneasy with them. Good
thing, Anying and Daba were trying to include me in the talk.
At eleven, we were done. Dindo, Daba, and
Cecille brought me home in Zone 7. I was riding back on Dindo’s motorcycle.
Daba and Cecile were on another.
Before I have got home, I texted Mj and I
greeted Shobee a “Happy 18th Birthday!”
I joined Kuya Jape and his drink mates for
a while before I woke Ate Ningning up to open the door. I then tried to eat
before I sleep. It was 12 midnight.
June 6, 2009
I still woke up early though I had a
sleepless night. I later started the day with a smile.
At past seven, applicant arrived. After
interview, I hired her. I pity her. She really needed the job.
At nine, Auntie Vangie and I were texting.
I told her beforehand that Loida and I might leave Bulan on Sunday. I was then
pretty sure that Let—employer in Binangonan, that she needs maid. However I
worried when I received no reply from her.
I was very disappointed. I told it to Mj,
who was very eager to see me sooner. I also related it to Ate Ningning and
Papay Benson.
After cooking, I asked Kuya Jape if I could
hitch in his truck tomorrow morning though Papay benson would do the same too.
He said “Puwede.” So I decided to
ride with them in the closed van.
I texted Let again. And she immediately
apologized that she has already hired someone. I did not reply. I must not say
anything. She deserved my silence. But in reality I was furious.
At one pm, I went to Loida’s house. I asked
her and her mother if it okay if she would be leaving tomorrow afternoon alone.
They agreed. Thus I gave them the P1,500 cash.
When I got home, I packed up my stuff. MJ
TEXTED ME LATER. She offered P500 so that I could go home earlier. I said she
instead keep me the money. I could use that in my stay in Taguig.
Later, somebody phoned me. She’s Malou,
Rona’s relative. She was asking for Liezel that Let has rejected. However she
only offered P2,000 salary.
I bargained with Malou. She made it P2,500.
Thus, I went to Leizel’s house. She agreed upon it. I was phoned by the
employer when I was there.
Amy has recruited two maids. But they were
not sure yet.
I then went to Leizel’s house. She accepted
the salary. Later the employer phoned me. She asked about Leizel and the vale
and fare.
Everything was slightly fine. I just waited
for their text message that they sent the money already. However, a problem
arose. The employer learned from me that they must pay me finder’s fee. It’s
the reason why they did not reply anymore. They, of course, did not send money.
It’s okay! I was still decided to leave
tomorrow. I just pity Leizel. It was the second time she failed to have work in
Manila.
Amy and Ate Che were texting me. I told Amy
that I wanted to pass my raket to
her. She showed me her interest since it would help her a lot. While Ate Che
WAS IMPLYING AGAIN AOUT MY BLOWOUT. She has learned that I would leave
tomorrow.
At past seven I have helped Amy financially
in a very little amount. I knew she’s in need now. It means a lot to her. I was
glad to help her.
I also have helped Aileen and Kuya Jape. It
was when I have asked a withdrawal slip from Ate Cge that they need to have
tonight.
At quarter to eight, I brought pansit to Duran residence. There, I was
blessed with dilis, P200, and words
of God and encouragement and advices from the couple. I was glad that even I
failed to the two employers, I still have a happy evening.
June 7, 2009
At past 3 am, I was already awake. I then
prepared myself and my things. I made sure that I have not left anything.
At past 4, the truck, where I was riding
on, was moving forward. Papay Benson was there, too. His presence did not
affect me. I still have a place to sit on. In fact, I could lie down pa.
At 6 pm, we were already at Kuya Jape’s
workplace. He has not borrowed a car to bring Papay Benson to Pasig. Thus, we
commute merely.
Papay Benson gave me P200 at MRT station.
It gladdened me. It could help me a lot.
At past 8, I got to my in-laws’ house. My
kids were glad seeing me. So do I.
June 8, 2009
At four-thirty, I was on the trip to Cubao.
I have also texted Loida.
At Cubao Bus Terminal, I waited for Loida
for almost an hour. But it was okay. At least she’s safe.
And at past seven, we got to Auntie
Vangie’s house. I could see her satisfaction for what or who I gave her.
After a short talk with Auntie Vangie, Tito
Rey, and Loida, I bade goodbye to them though I was not financially blessed. I
was glad today. I have given her a maid. I also have given Loida a job.
I was exhausted and sleepy when I got home
at nine-thirty. Thus I took a rest immediately. It continued after lunch.
The whole afternoon I was just on the
bed—catching sleep. Children, including my kids, were just so noisy. I could
not sleep tightly.
At past 4 pm, Analyn texted me. She asked
me to make her an application letter. I did it immediately. She thanked me. I
hoped and wished for her luck.
June 9, 2009
From the time I woke up until I took a bath
at 2 pm, my head seemed too heavy. I could feel ache in it. I was also
coughing. My phlegm was very sticky.
I took a rest the whole day. I stayed on
bed until past 5 pm. I just have to shred coconuts for biko.
At six pm, I was thinking of Mama’s checkup
tomorrow. I’m worried if she has money. She must not be absent on her
consultation.
I knew she would not wish for my presence
anymore because I texted Flor last night that I might not be there to accompany
the former.
June 10, 2009
My in-laws left to Bulan. At past 12 noon,
when they left home. I felt glad not because of their departure, but because
they gave Mj a budget for 5 days. They still think of us though they would take
a break.
Randy texted me at past 4:30. He asked my
where-about. I then told him that I would be there on June 12. But he
bargained. He said that I must be there on June 11 so that I could attend the
faculty meeting. I felt privileged thus I assured him of my attendance.
Mj was just protesting. She wanted me to
leave on June 12. But I have already made the decision.
June 11, 2009
Past seven when we got up. Lster I was
frying eggs and rice.
Zildjian has a tantrum at 9 am. I hit him
many times. But I pity him when he cried.
Later, Randy texted me. He was expecting my
presence because he texted me yesterday that I have to report not on June 12,
but today. I made a fabrication, but he insisted. Thus, at eleven, I decided to
leave Antipolo. Good thing I have packed my stuff. Mj helped me.
Past eleven I left to Taguig City. But
before that, I have learned from Daba that the alumni homecoming was successful
and the tarpaulin that has been accidentally left in the bus by my mother-in-law
last year, was returned to Ma’am Grace Pesimo. I was glad to know that.
I did not want to leave Mj in a miserable
condition. Pj was left to her care by Michelle. Good thng, Neiczel was brought
by MeAnn to Lola’s house. However, I have to be at Good Shepherd Academy.
At past 2 pm, I was already in our school.
My co-teachers were already there waiting for the start of the meeting. After
almost an hour, the principal started the meeting. She’s old yet nice. She
spoke of her experiences. I have learned a lot from her. However I got sad when
she announced that we have to wear slacks.
I started to overthink about it. I even
bugged Mj about it. She later texted me that she found two pants in their
closet. But I was not sure when I would be there.
At six pm, Randy directed me to encode
something in the PC. I did it immediately, trying my best to make it. I was
doing the job while answering Epr’s and Mj’s text messages.
At eight pm, I have refreshed myself. I,
however, started to feel alone. My three co-teachers were not that
accommodating. Randy was very busy. I preferred to rest, bur I did not know
where. Until Randy invited to stroll. He is breaking in his new motorcycle. I
went with him. Sir Neil, Ma’am Myra’s brother joined us—using his own
motorcycle.
I enjoyed the ride, as well as the treat of
Sir Neil at MiniStop convenience store.
It was eleven when we got home.
Randy cared for my bed.
I have experienced pamamahay before I fell asleep.
June 12, 2009
Though I had a sleepless night, I still got
up early. Randy told me to join the flag raising ceremony at the SM city
Bicutan today. I was half-excited.
This was my first attendance at Good
Shepherd’s school activity or program. I felt privileged.
At past 7:30 am, we were already at SM.
However it started at past 9. The sunrays were already painful. And although I
was disappointed for a long wait, I felt glad naman to witness the ceremony. It was an unforgettable experience.
I personally have seen Roselle Nava sand the national anthem.
At quarter to eleven we were home. And at
eleven, we took our lunch. We slightly talked about the ambagan for rice. Later I was thinking of my salary. I was worrying
how I could budget it. What if it would only be spent for food?
After lunch, I took a nap. I could not
sleep. I was still thinking of my salary. I just hoped Ma’am Myra makes it
P5000 per month and gives me at least three pupils/students to be tutored. It
would help me a lot.
At two pm, I asked Sir Randy if I could go
home. He called Ma’am Myra. But she impliedly permitted m not. It was Sir Randy
who did not want me to go to Antipolo because there were tasks we were going to
do later. Instead we strolled in Lower Bicutan.
I took a nap when we got home. It was 5 pm
when I got up.
At six, we strolled again. Sir Randy
brought me to ukay-ukay store. He
knew the owner. So he has indorsed me to make a credit. I was forced to get two
pants (slacks) for P75 each.
He also brought me to a tailor, whom I
avail his service for the repair of my pants.
June 13, 2009
Sir Randy and I started cleansing the monobloc chairs. The rest of our
colleagues helped us at past eight. It somehow expedited the work. However, I
was already exhausted. My back started to ache.
Later, we went upstairs and cleaned and
cleansed the classrooms. I also did fetching water and mopping. It was
exhausting! Yet I still did my work. I have to show my industry. And it
resulted to a compliments. I was complimented by my female co-teachers.
Before eight, Sir Randy invited me to go to
Ma’am Myra’s house. There, we were forced to help Sir Neil and David in
painting tables. I was very hungry at that time. But I could not ask permission
from Sir Randy that I wanted to leave. We finished the task at 10. But we went
back to school at 10:30.
I ate plenty when we were supping.
June 14, 2009
Past 7:30 when I started cleaning at my
advisory classroom. I did it alone this time. Later, I felt lower backache, but
I finished the task.
At 10:00 am, I was directed to cook brunch.
I do not have any contribution of its expense. I just hoped it was okay.
At ten-thirty, I took a rest. I laid down
my aching back. My head was aching too. I felt exhausted. I suspect, it was a
flu. Good thing, I have no fever.
Teacher Shane told me to rest and not to
mind helping others in cleaning. So I did after we ate brunch. It was past one
when I felt fine. So I took a bath.
Everything was organized upstairs. I had
nothing to do. I just bonded with my co-teachers.
I have no more problem regarding with my
advisory class, which is Grade 4 and my room, except for the black shoes, I
would need tomorrow. We were required to wear slacks. Therefore I need black
shoes. My present canvas shoes are not suitable for it.
I started to feel at home and comfortable
today. All I have to learn is budgeting. I must be a wise spender, so that I
could take home at least P2,000 for my kids.
At past 8, Mj sent this text message to me:
“Musta? Mghapon k d ngppramdam ha? Wl
pngload? Gudluck pra bukas ha. My card n gwa c Hnna s bday u n lng nya bgay.
Mis k n namin! Tsups!” This is in connection with her message at 10:30 am.
I was so touched!
I bonded with my co-teachers before I went
into my bed. They’re nice pala.
Teacher Lynne gave me some tips on Math teaching and handling naughty kids.
June 15, 2009
At 5 am, I was awakened by Sir Randy. I
wanted to sleep back but I have to get up.
While I was preparing myself, my heart was
throbbing. Nervousness filled my entirety, especially when I saw the parents
and pupils arriving. They were all looking at me. But I carried myself still.
I met my advisory class (Grade 4) at 7 am.
They are all nice looking, though some of them are pasaway. Yet I could say that they would respect me and they would like
me.
I taught Math, Values Education, and
English in the morning. I think, they have learned somehow from me, since they
are only 14.
At the afternoon, I met 4th
year, 1st year, 2nd year, and 3rd year. I loved and liked
them all. Some are very inquisitive about my personal info. Some are very
quiet. I have also seen intelligent students through giving pre-test.
I love it! I lost my voice temporarily, but
I felt glad that I was liked by most of them. I think, I am going to like
teaching here.
Before I studied my lessons, I texted some
of my friends, who texted me when I have no load. I also notified Mj about my
day. Then I joined Sir Randy in strolling. Teacher Em and I washed the dishes
later.
I was exhausted but I have to study my
lessons for tomorrow.
At 11 pm, I was resting already.
June 16, 2009
Second day of my teaching job was not that
cramming, but my body wanted to give up. I had not completed 8 hours of sleep.
I craved for more hours of sleep, however I had to get up and prepare for my
first period class.
Grade 4 pupils are still naughty. Some of
them are pestering another. Some are doing other things. But there are some,
who are willing to learn. I just tried to catch their attention and to stop
them from doing naughtiness. I just could not shout because I have almost lost
my voice yesterday. Besides, I don’t want to get angry because I shout and
reprimand them.
Afternoon is my favorite period because I
am handling high school students, who are mot hard-headed. They are all
reserved.
The best thing about them is that I can
express myself freely. I can also sat that my lesson was well understood by
almost all.
I pity my kids when Mj told me that they
run out of milk. I did not know how to solve this problem since I am here.
Teaching job is a tough one. Teachers are
always busy-- writing, recording, and reading. I fact, I have no time for tv
watching today. But it’s okay. I love what I am doing!
June 17, 2009
As usual, I had to get up at 5:30 am. Then
I have to hasten my moves in order to be on time. I could not afford to be
late. Grade 4 are so naughty. They should not be left alone unattended.
I was not regretting for accepting this
teaching job. Although, handling Grade 4 pupils is a tough work, I could not
exchange it to the happiness I get every time I am with them. They are nice in
spite of their naughtiness. They are listening to me every time I reprimand
them.
Teaching high school students is nicer than
teaching grade schoolers. They are more matured. They are very easy to be
hushed. And best thing about them is I could catch their attentions. I always
have good time with them during our lecture. And I think they like me, too.
They are attentive. They are participative.
I began lesson planning right after I
finished my period. I just came back to my advisory classroom at 6:30 pm to see
if they clean our room.
At past 10 pm, I stopped writing. My eyes
were already sagging.
June 18, 2009
My fourth day was the same as my second and
third day. I also wanted more time to sleep, but I have to take a bath early so
that I would not be late.
Grade 4 is still pasaway. They always get me mad. As the result of this, I have
learned to shout. I also punished them diplomatically, not physically.
As usual, I still enjoyed teaching Math in
high school. While doing my job, I was also learning. I think, I’m going to
love Math for the rest of my life.
Third year students are doing well. I was
touched when one of them answered me that she has learned many things today and
she’s starting to like Math.
My advisory class waited for my homeroom
period. They already did their tasks in our classroom so we did some math
magic. They thought me how to add in different ways. I was glad that they
shared something they have learned from teacher Lynne.
After the class, Sir Randy and I went to
FTI. He bought gasoline there. It was another experience for me since it was my
first time to go there.
Thirty minutes before nine, I have done the
solicitation letter that Justin Versoza III has told me to do. I hoped he will
like it, and his team can provide big funds for their basketball uniforms.
June 19, 2009
This is the fifth day of the first week of
the school day. I was already adjusted. Only that I could not make Grade 4 nice
kids.
The best thing I gained today was the
tutorial client. A woman talked to me after Sir Randy referred her to me. We
talked about her son and his need to be tutored in English, writing and
reading, and Math. He is a Grade 1 pupil. At last, I could now have extra
income.
At six-thirty, I left Taguig City. I have texted Mj about my arrival when I was
in Crossing. I knew she was gladdened by it.
Before nine, I was already in my in-laws’
house.
June 20, 2009
At nine, Zildjian and I left to Bautista.
It was his first time to come with me. So, Hanna cried when she has learned
that she’s not going with me. Good thing, she stopped crying when I bought her
wafer sticks.
Mama was glad to our surprised visit. She
immediately went to market and bought viand. She has her own money.
Later, we conversed about my job. I related
most of the thigs I experienced in my one-week stay at Good Shepherd. She was
very happy for me. She also advised me to always pray to God and thank Him.
At four-thirty, we left Bautista. I knew I
have gladdened Mama. I was very happy, as well, that she’ very fine. Her
newly-operated eye was well, too.
When we reached Espinosa’s residence,
Roanne—Mj’s classmate and Zj’s godmother arrived. She gave Zildjian stuffed
toys, doughnuts, and P200. She shook hands with me, too.
Hanna showed me the personalized greeting
card. She and Mj made it. I liked it. I was so happy to see the outcome. Thus,
I took picture of it and made it as a wallpaper of my phone.
June 21, 2009
Mj got angry that I have been cold to her
during her sexual cravings. I was sorry because I needed more time of sleep.
But it was gone later on.
At past nine, I greeted Tito Rey, Taiwan,
and Tito Melo a Happy Father’s Day. Auntie Emole was the first one to greet me.
She did it in advance.
Some of my friends text me too, such as
Sharon, Aprilroz, and Cute, as well as Epr and Shobee.
At past one, I left to Taguig City. It was
3 pm when I got to God Shepherd. Later I did laundry. I also ironed my uniforms
at past 5. Then I started making lesson plans.
Mj and I text conversed. She opened up the
fact that Ilek was in the hospital. According to her, she wanted to go to Polot
and live there so that we could help them. But I disagree slightly to the idea
because of the uncertainty of my employment in public schools. I advised her to
wait for the right time.
I stopped writing at 10 pm, but I have had
a hard time catching sleep due to the arrival of Teacher Lynne and Sir randy.
June 22, 2009
My second week was nicer than my first week
at Good Shepherd, but I have sleepless nights. I must have rest somehow.
Grade 4 is still pasaway. Thus I learned to shout at them, which made them silent
for a while. I also learned to punish them by giving more hard activities.
At past 2 pm, I got mad to 2nd
year students, my advisory class, because they were so noisy. I told them that
they are acting genius and as if they already knew the lesson. But I said it in
a low tone. I think, they listen to me.
At three am, I started tutorial. I tutored
a Grade one pupil named John Mari Morete. He really needs to be tutored. He
must be taught from the basics. I wanted to back out, but I could not do it. I
was in need of money. I have to accept the fact that tutoring is harder than
teaching.
I pity Hanna. She was experiencing
stomachache again. According to Mj, she really needs to be given laxative.
Thank God, it was not amoebiasis!
June 23, 2009
Today is the second day that I am wearing
uniform. I am confident of my attire. I liked it! I felt like I am a real
teacher.
I am now more comfortable in this school,
with my pupils and students and with my co-teachers. I just hoped I would not
encounter any problem regarding with pakikisama.
It is my second day also of my tutorial.
John Mari is always disturbed. I think he has attention deficit-hyperactivity
disorder. He is so malikot. I am
afraid he will never learn from me. But I will try my best to teach him the
basics.
June 24, 2009
I got up at 5:30 am to confirm if the
classes were cut due to signal #2. Sir Randy confirmed if. Thus, I slept back.
It would help me a lot.
It was past 8 when I got up. I immediately
took breakfast and later Sir Randy invited me to go somewhere else. Then, when
we got home, I faced lesson planning.
After lunch, I took a nap. I was still on
the bed when John Mari arrived. I got up immediately and tutored him.
He was doing well in Math, but he’s still
the same in reading. He is still malikot
and disturbed. Yet I am determine to teach him.
June 25, 2009
I already knew that we have no classes
today. SO I did not get up early. It was past 8:30 when I rose up.
Having no classes is both boring and
favorable to me. I felt bored being free from load and teaching burden.
However, it is good for me to have rest.
After lunch, I faced lesson planning and at
3 pm, I tutored John Mari.
At past 4 pm, I and my co-teachers went to
Ma’am Myra’s house because there is a party going on there. It was Teacher
Ann’s graduation. But before that I have had a pack of palabok from John Mari’s mommy.
There, we waited too long before we were
treated food. But it was okay because it’s worth it.
After eating, we waited again, I mean, I
waited again until Sir Randy decided to go home at 8:30. Thus, I bade goodbye
to Teacher Myra, Ate Mila, and the three teachers.
When we got back to school, I started to
worry about Zildjian’s condition. He has influenza right now according to Mj. I
could not text her, but I was hoping it’s not a (hini).
June 26, 2009
No more storm. It means, I have to get up
early for school. I was feeling lazy but I have to rise up.
I have already decided not to leave Good
Shepherd after the class today, but when Mj texted me at 2 pm, I changed my
mind. Zildjian needed to be checked up by doctor due to his persistent fever.
I felt sad of this tidings. I hope it will
not cause hardship.
At 5 pm, I told Teacher Lynne that I would
go to Antipolo City today and I needed money. So she told it to Ma’am Myra.
At past 6:30, I left the school with
P1,000. I made a vale. I was supposed to vale P500 only, but Ma’am Myra
suggested P1,000. So I accepted it.
At nine, I arrived at my in-laws’ house.
Zildjian and Hanna met me on the doorway. I was glad that no one was
bed-ridden. Zj has a slight or low fever. Hanna’s stomachache vanished. Yet I
have to give Mj the P1,000, so that she could buy Combatrin for Hanna and milk
and diapers for our two kids.
June 27, 2009
Before 9, Nanay and Mj brought Zildjian to
a traditional reflexologist (manghihilot). I have no disagreement to this since
Zildjian has no colds and cough. His fever might be due merely of pilay. Besides, we could save money
because of this.
Being here gave me rest. Almost all day I
was on the bed. I just did some schoolwork at the morning. But all in all, I
had rested my fatigued body, so as my mind.
June 28, 2009
After breakfast, I took pictures of my
children’s photographs in their photo albums. I wanted them to have these
photos when they grow up. Besides, I love seeing them. Looking at them gives me
a kind of happiness.
Zildjian is fine now. Hanna’s stomachache
has gone, as well. On Tuesday she will be given Combatrin.
Before I left Antipolo, I have received a
watch from Calove. I was glad that I don’t have to buy anymore.
My bought me Vitamin C. She really cares,
huh!
Before nine, I was already at the school.
June 29, 2009
I had a sleepless night last night. Despite
of this, I still prepared myself early. I did not just eat breakfast. I only
drank hot milk.
In my English 4 period, I told my pupils
that starting to date, speaking Tagalog is prohibited. They all agree. They
also started speaking in English. But the noise and their being talkative
increase. I wanted to regret, but I decided to pursue it so that we could raise
funds for our Christmas party.
After class, I started washing my clothes.
I have to be industrious because it’s for my behalf. I must not get tired.
June 30, 2009
I was inspired to teach today because I
have had breakfast. So when I taught Grade 4, it was a nice one. I think, I
have been an effective teacher.
Before seven, Jen Altarejos texted me. We
talked for a while. She has learned about my teaching job.
I enjoyed teaching Math today! My students
were very supportive during the learning process. I was glad that they could
catch up easily our lesson.
Past seven, the 5 of us went to the market
and bought viand. I had a healthy dinner. Then after dinner, Sir Randy and I
strolled around Upper Bicutan.
