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FEATI TOPS 2012 GE BOARD EXAMS

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FEATI LANDS 5th in AERO BOARD EXAM

by Mark Joseph E. Mendoza

The Professional Regulation Commission released the result of the 2012 Aeronautical Engineer Board Examination last November 19, 2012. Out of the 170 examinees throughout the country, only 85 made it. Six out of eight FEATI Alumni who took the said examination passed. This made the passing rate of FEATI - 85.71%. Maria Katrina Cazenas gave pride to the FEATINIANS as she landed in the 5th place. Cazenas together with the other five alumni are now brand new AERO Engineers. Namely:

FEATI University continues to prove its tradition of excellence as Mike Alvin G. Tatoy placed first in the 2012 Geodetic Engineering Board Examination last September 4-5, 2012. Engr. Mike Alvin Tatoy, a magna cum laude graduate of FEATI batch 2012, was hailed the Topnotcher with a score of 89.80% followed by the 2nd placer Lean Carlo E. Celis of UP-Diliman (85.80%). In addition, sixteen (16) more accomplished FEATINIANS GE board passers joined him in giving FEATI University the prestige. Here they are: BENEDICTO, PAUL ROBERT D. BRACEROS, AIRON D. DE LAS ALAS, MANUEL B. LOZARES, MARK RAINER Y. MACAZO, PATRICK A. MAMUYAC, ZEPHYR S. MANALO, VON B. MATEO, JOSEPH W. MENDEJA, KATRINA J. MERCADO, MICHAEL E. PALENCIA, ADONIS WILBUR M PRIAS, ARMANDO JR. N. REGONDULA, AIRA RIZABETH SAGUID, JOEVANNIE M. YAP, ROBERT ACIBAR ZABALDICA, GILBERT S. Kudos to The Geodetic Engineering Department Chair, Dr. Maria Cecilia R. Paringit and to the faculty members who prepared the GE students well. Indeed, FEATI University is an exceptional training ground for a successful career. Congratulations to our brand new engineers!

Bautista, Barron Erik Cazenas, Maria Katrina, 5th place Elago, Maria Elaine Quico, Nino John Alexis Yu, Matthew Rainier

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You made the FEATINIANS so happy. Congratulations!

Engr. Mike Alvin Tatoy (right) receives reward from Mr. Francisco Segovia, FEATI U CEO (left)

By Elsa P. Tumibay

Yaneza bags the Grand Prize in the 12th Petron Natl Art Competition

FEATI Universitys School of Fine Arts won the grand prize award in the 12th Petron National Student Art Competition held at the Diamond Hotel, Manila last August 30, 2012. The Art Competition was also known as Everyones Vision Petron 2012. Lance Kirby Yaneza, got the grand prize with his artwork entitled Kakambal ko ang Kalikasan. Accordingly, Mark Coleen R. Elic with his painting named Ugnayan gathered as well enough votes to become a semi-finalist in the same category. Many artists, art teachers, and photographers garnered numerous awards and cash prizes. Yaneza and Elic of FEATI University along with all the other winners in this Art Competition were see story on page 3 described as The few, the proud, and the best.

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When the dust settled, the following students remained standing to be declared this years stalwarts of the English language: ESSAY WRITING CONTEST 1st place- Mr. Edwin Carpio 2nd place- Adrian Gonzales 3rd place- John Marco Domingo SINGING CONTEST Solo Category Gremyr James Reytiran Duo Category Agatha Villanueva & Jairomel Agustin Shinbelle Gamlanga & Whan DANCE CONTEST 1st place- CME Group 2nd place- GE Group ORATORICAL CONTEST 1st place- Mary Joy Madula 2nd place- Derrick John Mestio 3rd place- Jurist Tarun EXTEMPORANEOUS SPEECH CONTEST 1st place- Mary Jane Yonzon Prof. Salve Tan Sacaguing, Head of the Arts and Communications Department, led the announcement of winners and awarded the prizes at the FEATI University lobby. The celebration was capped with a special dance number rendered by Mr. Jun-Jun Flores (English -Faculty) who showed everyone the latest steps in strut.

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FEATI Alumni passed Licensure Exam
by Jenilyn Salvador Three of FEATI alumni give credit to the university when they passed their respective licensure exams. Congratulations to Engr. Ace Virgil Calatrava and Engr. Joseph Lomibao for being now certified mechanical engineers. Both passed the Mechanical Engineering Licensure Examination successfully last September 23-24, 2012. Moreover, Ms. Kisslive Fiel Garnace from the department of Customs Administration also passed the 2012 Customs Broker Licensure Examination last October 24-25, 2012. To t h e t h r e e g u t s y FEATI Alumni, Congratulations!

FEATI Universitys accent on English Festival 2012

FEATI University, its College of Arts, Sciences, and Education (CASE) & the Global English Proficiency Program Society (GEPPSOC) had a practical and meaningful celebration of English Festival 2012. The event centered on the theme, Better English: Bridging Literature. The two-part program, hosted by Ms. Saxs Gabrielle P. Santos, Mr. Jun Jun Flores, and Ms. Jenilyn R. Salvador, was comprised of inspirational messages explaining the need for seriously studying the English language in order to compete professionally in the local and global stage as delivered by Dr. Milagros P. Navarro, Dean of CASE, FEATI University EVP for Academic Affairs- Dr. Leopoldo V. Abis who gladly acceded to the request of Maam Salve to speak in behalf of Pres. A. Gopez ; and Ms. Genalyn S. Rubio, GEPPSOC Adviser. Of course no program would be complete without special numbers by the FEATI University Brass Band, FEATI University Chorale, and the Talento FEATINO. Testing their mettle and pitting their knowledge on the language were students who boldly signed up for competitions in essay writing, singing and interpretative dance, oratorical and extemporaneous speech, and the not-to-be-missed quiz bee.

English teachers Dr. Araceli B. Ayuyao, Mr. Lyndon Coquilla, Mr. Deody S. Fabroa, Mr. Jun Jun Flores, Ms. Divine L. Reyes, Ms. Genalyn S. Rubio, and Ms. Saxs Gabrielle P. Santos, provided the time and commitment to make this years English Festival something quite exciting and memorable. (AMD)- Events and Promotions.

The New FUSSC

By Jenilyn Salvador The FEATI University Supreme Student Council (FUSSC) election was held last July 28, 2012. The university COMELEC headed by Ms. Nancy Cabuhat made the election run smoothly. She was assisted by Ms. Gen Rubio and Mrs. Arlene Guiao. They were joined by two student COMELEC officials namely Ms. Roqetta May Rafallo of the Geodetic Engineering Department and Mr. Jurist Tarun of the College of Maritime Education. The computerized FUSSC election was conducted thru the help of the Information Technology Department. These are the new elected FUSSC officers for A.Y. 2012-2013: President Vice President Secretary Treasurer Auditor Seargeant at Arms Business Manager : : : : : : : Bongbong Reyes Dexter Ceniza Julie Jean Alicante Jeremiah Jeuel Lucero Freznel Miclat Aragon Paolo Tubo Frank Garcia

FEATI Boosts Research Culture

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These officers are expected to serve the FEATINIANS with integrity, dedication and honesty. Through the annual FUSSC election, the students exercise their right to elect responsible/honorable leaders who will truly care for them.

FEATI University held a Research Forum across disciplines at the AVR last November 21, 2012. The theme was Putting Research at the Forefront of Intellectual Development. Ms. Glaiza Rose S. Blanca, Chair - Sciences Dept., served as Emcee of the program. The Invocation was led by Sr. Nicetas M. Favorito, DC. while the Welcome Remarks was rendered by Dr. Rogelio A. Panlasigui, ORDE Director. Thereafter, Mr. Leo Mendel D. Rosario, ORDE Deputy Director, was called upon to present his paper on Atmospheric Plasma Technology. He made his presentation thoroughly clear to his audience by explaining in detail the significance of his discovery in mans daily needs in terms of health, beauty, and business. He was followed by Dr. Nieves M. Medina, guest presenter, who discussed the Values-based Driven Practice in Business: Impetus behind Superior Performance. Dr. Medina emphasized the fact that the trend then and now for the success of a Filipino business entity lies in these values: Integrity, honesty, and creativity. After lunch break, Ms. Leonila F. Beroy, a faculty member from the I.T. Department, presented to the group her thesis entitled

Development of Converter for Software Application Portability. She established the timeliness of her paper in this age of information. This was followed by the presentation of Dr. Gloria Mateo-Alberto, FEATI COO, about the Integration of Family Values in Education: A Collaborative Communion with God. Dr. Alberto pointed out the need for everyone to enroll in the school of life. Finally, Dr. Ma. Cecilia R. Paringit came in to present her paper on the Use of Remote Sensing and GIS for Parking Inventory Study. She delved on the research done by her students in maximizing land use along Taft Avenue. To sum up everything, lots of questions were raised and answered in this research forum. Dr. Rogelio A. Panlasigui awarded the certificates to the resource speakers. Dean Tristan H. Macapanpan, OIC EVP for Academic Affairs, made the Closing Remarks and lauded the organizers for a very successful research discussion.

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By Mary Jane Yonzon Four of FEATI Universitys Academic Programs are Candidates for PACUCOA: Geodetic Engineering, Marine Engineering, Marine Transportation, and Aeronautical Engineering. The Philippine Association of Colleges and Universities Commission on Accreditation (PACUCOA) is a private accrediting agency which gives formal recognition to an educational institution by certifying its academic program to have maintained excellent standards in its educational operations. The Accreditation consists of eight phases. FEATI University is done with the third phase and is now preparing for the fourth phase which is the Level 1 of the accreditation process. Benefits starts on this level in which the University will attain the following: (a) full administrative deregulation, (b) financial deregulation in terms of setting of tuition and other fees and charges, (c) authority to revise the curriculum without CHED approval (d) priority in the awards of grants/subsidies or funding assistance from CHED/DEP ED. FEATI University aims to achieve full accreditation of its academic programs. because it promotes excellence and competence among its students. The accreditation will ensure that quality education is offered by the school.

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FEATI Universitys ode to Wikang Filipino, Lakas ng Pagka-Pilipino
The month of August was a busy month for the university. There was the opening season of a major sporting event, the InterScholastic Athletic Association (ISAA), which saw the FEATI Seahawks basketball team winning the first game of the season. We held a Recognition Day especially reserved for FEATI scholars, artists, scientists, and board-passers. With a full calendar, more than enough room was made to ensure that Buwan ng Wika was observed, albeit simply; yet, with meaningful and relevant activities. Thus on August 16, 2012, the College of Arts, Sciences, and Education (CASE) marked the event with the theme, Wikang Pilipino, Lakas ng PagkaPilipino. Hosted by Mark Joseph E. Mendoza and Marilou C. Bernarte, the one day program graced by the University President, Dr. - Ing Adolfo Jesus R. Gopez, became a celebration of music, play production, and competition. Medals and cash prizes were given away in contests that have been lined up such as: Slogan and Poster Making, Essay Writing, Biglaang Talumpati, and Deklamasyon. FEATInians flocked to the Mass Communications Laboratory Room to watch the play New Yorker in Tondo produced by Mass Communication students. The relevance of celebrating Buwan ng Wika according to Prof. Salve Tan Sacaguing, Arts and Communications Department Head, can be found by quoting our national hero, Dr. Jose Rizal, Ang taong di magmahal sa sariling wika ay higit pa sa hayop at malansang isda. For me our national language is the soul of our country. It gives us our identity and unites us all. It is the reason why we are called the Filipino People or the Filipino Nation. Thus, we need to celebrate the Buwan ng Wika to give importance to our native tongue as well as to value Manuel Luis Quezon who is our Ama ng Wikang pambansa. In celebrating the Buwan Ng Wika, we give thanks for our national language. We also recognize and salute the Filipino Race. It is but proper that we celebrate it. She articulately quipped. The CASE team, Dr. Milagros P. Navarro, Prof. Salve T. Sacaguing, Prof. Glaiza Rose Blanca, Dr. Dorisday Revilleza, Dr. Emerenciana T. Angeles, Dr. Divine Reyes, Ms. Saxs Gabrielle P. Santos, Ms. Genalyn Rubio, Mr. Vincent Ronquillo, Ms. Beth Chua, and Ms. Nancy Cabuhat thank everyone for their active participation and support of the event. (AMD)Events and Promotions

By Roselyn C. Masilungan The COB Week held last August 27 to September 1, 2012 was successfully celebrated. Students, faculty and staff from the college participated in the various activities during the week long celebration. Kapehang Featino a cafe, organized by the students to raise funds, served coffee, frappe, patries and doughnuts to the buying customers. Seminars also occurred with themes, namely: Corporate Social Responsibility: Doing Good Matters and Learning for Life: A Personality Development and Work Ethics. To strengthen the bond of Tourism and Business Administration students, teambuilding was initiated by their instructor Ms. Erlly Yarbes. Students were able to enhance their skills, talents and leaderrship through the activities. The COB week created opportunities for the students to practice what they have been studying in their classes.

COB Week: Improvement and Development

CME WEEK in comemmoration of Natl Seafarers Day

By Bien Villas

SAGE General Assembly: A Tribute

By Mary Jane A. Yonzon

During the blessing of FEATI Universitys Fast Rescue Boat: Capt. Eusebio and Dr.Ing.Gopez prepare to cut the ribbon while Rev.Fr. Jess Malit and CME Superintendent 2nd. Engr. Edmon S. Aloc look on.

The Students Association in Geodetic Engineering (SAGE) held a prestigious General Assembly as a tribute to GE Board Passers and to Engr. Mike Alvin Tatoy, the topnotch. Last September 15, 2012, the Students Association of Geodetic Engineering (SAGE) under the Department of Geodetic Engineering held their annual General Assembly at the FEATI University Activity Center. Attendees were the Geodetic Engineering students, alumni, parents and other guests. The program was also graced by the presence of the FEATI Universitys CEO, Mr. Francisco A. Segovia, the Dean of the College of Engineering, Engr. Rogelio Panlasigui, the Head of Geodetic Engineering Department, Dr. Ma. Cecilia Paringit and Dean Emeritus Dr. Genaro T. Marzan. The GE board passers were recognized and awarded with certificates. A cash award was handed to Engr.

The College of Maritime Education (CME) held the Maritime Week at the Activity Center in line with the celebration of the National Seafarers Day (NSD) last September 24, 2012. The event had the theme Marinong Pilipino: Dakila pa rin ang Kagitingan. Sports fest was one of the highlights of the program. It was organized by Mr. Derick John Mestio, president of The Pirates. The sports activities included competitions in basketball, badminton, darts, chess, and sepak takraw. The blessing of the new Fast Rescue Boat was also done. Seminar in Basic Safety and Rescue was initiated by the Philippine Coastguard. At the end of the week long program, the winners were hailed. However, the real winners here are the CME students who participated actively in the celebration. Long live Marineers!

Mike Alvin Tatoy by Mr. Fritz Segovia. Similarly, he also gave a cash reward to the Department of Geodetic Engineering headed by Dr. Paringit. Thereafter, the topnotch gave his victory speech; in which he cited three notable things that helped him to be on top. First, he told us to keep praying and have a strong faith. Second, he encouraged us to relax a day before the Board Exams. And lastly, he advised us to make sure we reviewed thoroughly. The event served as a formal gathering of all GE students, the graduates and 2012 alumni. Engr. Tatoy, as well as his fellow board passers made a remarkable achievement that would definitely inspire and motivate FEATINIANS to shine.

Excellence: A Key to Success

We now live in a world wherein everything is instant. Everyone is rushing things out. As the world turns on its axis, people and things change swiftly too. Even our environment is not normal for the climate has already changed. On the whole, the world gives us all the problems we can ever think of. Things really go fast and we do not notice what has happened until it is done. If this is our ambiance, can we still achieve success? Can we still have our coveted dreams? As students, we need to meet all the requirements for us to graduate. Requirements that are not easy to accomplish. Blood and sweat must be harnessed to get the evidence. For instance, we have to study hard to pass the exams. Sometimes they are quite easy. Other times they are so difficult that we really have to sweat it out to pass these tests. And then a number of our mentors will let us sleep with a lullaby while several of them will give

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dont have to imitate this world wherein everything is done in a rush, because we are already living in it - in this instant world. On the contrary, what we have to do is to observe the happenings in our surroundings patiently and practically. To cherish the moments with people we love. To be positive in everything we do. To learn from the great. For Lives of great men, all remind us that we can make our lives sublime. (H.W. Longfellow). And to have the commonsense to do good things tirelessly so that we harvest and taste sweet success. It is not the lines on our palms that we must follow, but it is our brave decision to excel we must pursue. Finally, we have to conquer ourselves and remain humble as we work in the direction of excellence and in our vision of success.

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Mark Joseph E. Mendoza

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Melvin T. Besin
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Mary Jane A. Yonzon Ramon Patrick Delfin

Features Editor Filipino Editor Sports Editor

us sleepless nights. In any case, we are being trained to face our real battles in life. We are taught that if we cannot change our destiny, we simply have to change our attitude to cope with the situation. The way to success is a rocky road, but in time we will make it. We

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Air Conditioning Units As we can see our university is improving especially in terms of facilities. We now have an effective flood control system. Likewise, the building construction as well as the ground floor landscaping is in progress. Furthermore, our classrooms at the 3rd floor have air conditioning units. However, there are rooms where in the air-con units are not functional. There are also rooms which air-con units cannot efficiently cool. Thus, we would still open the four wall fans to provide us comfort. Isnt this a waste of money? Again, there are rooms without chairs and tables. These have been reported months ago. Unfortunately, these problems have not been fixed. Meanwhile, every time we attend our classes in the morning, we wonder who will switch on the air-con units because our teachers dont have the remote control. Our professors find it hard to teach in this uncomfortable atmosphere due to the noise of the electric fans inside the room. We actually become out of focus with our studies because of this problem with aircon units. We call on our school officials to please act on this matter as soon as possible. Your good intentions are useless until such time you take an appropriate action. The Newly Added Accessories Every educational institution has its own identity; this is usually seen through the students uniform. It is nice to see a student wearing presentable outfit. Here at FEATI University, we are known for wearing the all blue outfit, blue polo and blouse with scarf. Our uniform is indeed elegant. Recently, the school administration decided to add some accessories and modification to our uniforms. So now, all the girls in school are required to wear high heeled shoes while the boys should wear the garrison belt with universitys logo. An aero student must wear his nameplate within the campus while the marines are required to have six pocket pants embroidered with the FEATI logo placed on the right part at the back of their pants. These added accessories are not for free, we are all obliged to buy these items. In effect, many of us complained because of the sudden implementation of these regulations. We are all surprised that these additional expenses were implemented in the middle of the semester like what happened on the No permit No exam policy last year. We, the students in quandary, show the school officials could be so insensitive to impose these new rules without even meeting us for consultation. We are

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the ones affected because we have to wear the stuff. Girls are complaining because they have to buy new shoes and suffer walking uncomfortably with them around the campus. Marine students feel so conscious because of the logo placed on their right butt. As a result many Featinians are disgusted with these rules. They then suffer community service for not complying with these newly imposed regulations. We would like to point out that we are not mannequins which can be garbed with whatever apparel or attire that people want it/them to wear. We are humans reacting vehemently to these policies because we are already suffering a lot. We do believe that there is no sense in complaining without even trying. We have obeyed despite our misgivings on the matter. We now have the right to complain. We understand the objective but we do not concur to the manner by which these rules have been imposed on us. Invisible professors Professors are important to the students. Their role is to guide and to teach the students in school. They help students by molding their character and by enhancing their knowledge. They are the ones that students admire and follow. They are the mentors that must encourage and keep students achieve excellence. Its almost close to Preliminary Examinations and Christmas Vacation but until now some of the professors/ instructors of the different departments are not yet seen/meet by their respective students either in classrooms or in the university. We all know that it has almost been a month since the second semester 2012-2013 started. This matter is now being questioned by our studentry. It is reported to us so they get to know where those invisible professors are. Students who go to their respective classrooms would wait patiently for 2 to 3 hours for their class but in the end no instructor or professor would come. This happened not just once. We may understand if there is a notice upon the absence of the professor but since theres none then we are puzzled by it. This pushes students to give poor statements against the university in terms of hiring instructors who cannot meet the students needs and expectations. As Featinians, we need qualified professors. Professors who have time for us students. We need them to help us learn and attain excellence. We go to school early because we are eager to learn. Yet, it is a big disappointment on our part to know that our professors/instructors are nowhere to be found. The Featinian Publication did not fashion this segment to make any form of disparagement nor denunciation. It only seeks integrity, accountability, and equality from all the members of the FEATI Family who form part the ideals of FEATI as a highly-esteemed educational institution. Heads up, FEATINIANS, because things are looking up.

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Abigail Alejo Richard Dean F. Ancheta Rosiel B. Bruzola Mary Joy Madula Roselyn C. Masilungan Derick John T. Mestio Jenilyn R. Salvador Ma. Eunice Ann B. Sismundo Elsa P. Tumibay Bien Ross F. Villas Darwyne G. Alosabe Raquel Rufon, Rn Martoni Eleazar Michael Sylva
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honest leaders who would not use their powers for their own aggrandizement. We do not put into office a bunch of crooks that will pull dirty tricks by Mark Joseph E. Menand scams on us. There is no room for an immoral doza politician who will just loot our nations wealth. All of us dream that people with good heart and soul be Nowadays, a number of peoelected. Yet, do we share in the responsibility of pickple use the internet because it ing the right person to lead us? We cannot deny that gives them the power to express their feelings freely. It keeps them tab with the latest news. In fact, many find sometimes we allow ourselves to be used as pawns the internet very important but do they use it properly? by these dirty politicians who have no conscience Well, the internet has become a major source of at all. Same act of dishonesty, manipulation, and information. With it, we can search almost everything wickedness will happen eventually. Just think of under the sun. We use it to study, socialize and sometimes gamble. It connects us all or everyone at any those saintly faces of candidates cloak with hellish given time around the world. It is the Net that easily aims waving proudly to the voters to gain their votes. spreads news. As a mass communication tool it can also It is hard to search for the best leader who make anybody instantly famous with just one click. Like will make our dreams come true. Maybe this 2013 what happened to Zeendee Rose, who has just recorded election would be the same as before if Filipinos singing on a mall and named Random Girl. At presare not vigilant. On the other hand, this could sig- ent, she is a certified singer and it is a blessing for her. How about the girl caught by the cam at nal the end of suffering and moaning of hunger. the LRT station and criticized by the public as the Would that hope and aspiration we seek six Amalayaaaar girl? It is a curse for her. These are months ago do come true? I believe that evil men with examples of how internet affects the lives of people. bad deeds only thrive and prosper when good people It can build opportunities and destroy others dignity. do nothing to stop them. Thus, stand up and be counted. We can find solutions from it; however, we can also create problems with it. Internet is such a powerful thing indeed. We need to be very responsible in using it. We should take into account that in just a snap KIBITZER we have already changed ones life. Maybe we can be thoughtful enough to care about the lives of other people. We are here on earth for others, not only for by Streter Olosan ourselves. Internet does give us power but with power comes great responsibility. Let us all use the internet Have you ever asked correctly because digital karma is just one click away.

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Six months from now, new faces in politics will govern our country. Six months from now, new administration will rule our motherland. But Six months from now, will our hope and aspiration to liberate this land of poverty come true? The upcoming election 2013 is another chapter for the Filipinos to create and make things anew. Lets review the past to avoid doing the same mistakes all over again. Let us vote wisely and choose our future leaders with great care. As voters, let us not be cowed by guns or enticed by gold. Our elected leaders must lead us to progress and not to disgrace. We need leaders of transformation. New leaders who have the political will to implement changes. Change is of paramount importance. New leaders promise new hope. We take this as a step for the Filipinos to have a better life, quality education, proper shelter, wellexercised human rights, reduced unemployment, and less corruption to let everyone eat three times a day. This is not just wishful thinking. We want to realize these things. That is why we have to choose

The End of the World

by Penelope Anne Torres Everybody knows Nostradamus as a prophet who is widely known for his accurate predictions. His prophecies were interpreted by some experts and they arrived at this conclusion: The End is going to be this December 21, 2012. Its not a nice thought that the end is just a few sleeps away but there are so many predictions about the end times that were just false alarms. Like last year, Harold Camping predicted that May 21, 2011 would be The first day of judgment and October 21, 2011 would be the end of the world. Whether the world is going to end this time, nobody can tell. Even the Bible says that the end of the world is unpredictable and that man must always be prepared. In addition to keeping watch, one might also want to make a list of how he/she is going to spend his/her last days. Here are some suggestions: First, eat whatever you like and try new food. Its good to know the taste of a peanut butter sandwich with ketchup before you die. Second, overcome your fears. This one is always included in my list of resolutions every new year. However, everyone knows that new years resolutions are always a major failure. Third, dive in the Pasig River, and you might discover why some children enjoy swimming there so much. So youre starting to think that Im weird, but I hope you do understand what I am getting at. Its about trying new and exciting things, right? The list can go infinite and whatever is included on your list, never forget the most important of all, your Salvation. Establish and maintain your relationship with Christ, because when everything is gone, only Him and His faithful servants shall live forever. So enough of parties or partying. Do more soul-searching instead.

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Winning blow

what the best technique in a game is? Players, sometimes even coaches themselves, when faced with this dilemma ask: What is the best technique to deliver the winning blow? What moves should be done or executed? Given a certain situation, what is the best technique? Is asking the best technique important at all? The answer depends on the situation, on the team, on the fighter, on the enemy. More importantly, the decision making on which technique to use that can yield the best result should be based on the actual competition In winning a game, the most effective technique is the one that works for the player. The choosing and using of technique is similar to the analogy on how we approach the most basic of things in life in doing something. We use spoon for rice not knife, a toothbrush for our teeth and not a ball pen. A player should have a good offensive game and a good inside game. The technique should be executed well and must be appropriate for the body structure to give comfort to the player in motion. A very young player could discern his skills when training is applied. Eventually, the players style comes out and vis--vis with this is the ability to determine the best technique which is to perfect a style that fits the player in a given situation.
Christmas is not about celebrating a day eating lots of food, getting drunk in parties, having reconciliation with your enemies, wearing costly apparel or helping needy people in so short a time. It is not just about remembering the birth of Jesus Christ on earth. It is something much deeper than these. Jesus Christ signifies PEACE, HOPE and LOVE. When we have Christ in our hearts, we will have PEACE of mind. We will never commit suicide because HOPE exists. We would then learn how to LOVE. We do not have to wait for Christmas Time before we strive again to do good things to our fellowmen. We should have an open

VENI, VIDI, VICI Top, Middle and Bottom

by Ramon Delfin Where can I find a place or a person with plenty of money? Will my professors accept my test paper even without a permit? Another grading period another payment, These are the thoughts of a problematic student who has to pay an expensive tuition fee. It is usual for students to opt for an installment basis because they cannot afford to pay instantly the huge tuition and miscellaneous fees. Oftentimes, students choose their schools using these criteria: Tuition fee, availability of the course that they will pursue, quality education, experienced teachers, great facilities, location of the school and its fame. In our university the tuition fee as well as its miscellaneous is a big burden for average families. A student here actually pays 30,000 to 48,000 pesos per semester. Hence, students try to find ways to lessen the burden by joining organizations, and doing extra effort to become a scholar (Deans lister, Presidential, Board of trustees, etc.| Meanwhile, there are also students who just waste their money by not attending their classes regularly. As a result, they fail their quizzes and tests, and they ultimately drop their subjects. These students do not think nor care about the sacrifices and hardships of their parents in sending them to school. They never thought that someone out there wishes to see them achieve their goals in life. To the students who are having a hard time keeping up with their studies due to financial problems always remember this quote: Life is like a wheel. In the blink of an eye, you can be anywhere, top, middle or even at the bottom. heart and a helping hand to all the people around us. Everyday must be Christmas day so that PEACE, HOPE, AND LOVE resides in our hearts not just in a day, a month, a season, but as long as we live.

NOSTALGIC
The Essence of Christmas
by Mary Jane Yonzon Christmas is the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ in Jerusalem. The entire Christendom celebrates it every 25th of December. However, the designated day is not factual but merely became a customary practice. Anyhow, Christmas for me is not the date of his birth in the flesh, but for our Lord Jesus Christ to be born in our hearts.

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Blessed Child of Bethlehem, our source of Life and Love
Rev. Fr. Ferdinand S. Tomo, SSS
We Filipinos have the earliest and longest celebration of Christmas compared to other Christian nations. Part of the traditional preparation that we have is the misa aguinaldo or dawn masses usually celebrated starting from 16th of December until the 24th of December. As early as October, malls and commercial establishments decorated their spaces with the festive mood of the Yuletide season already, gift packs from different types of groceries and other food items, personal effects, wine and spirit, etc. are displayed already in their shelves. In the new millennium, in the era of modern technology, computers and internet our disposition and way of celebrating Christmas somewhat has shifted into something superficial and impersonal. Instead of sending your personalize Christmas card for example, you can send it through email or by using the social media. The modern world has influenced us in the way we perceive things and manipulate our whole being especially in our decision making. Now, its Christmas time again, what is there awaiting for us? What do we hope for? Personally when I think of Christmas, I think of the many gifts that we take and receive the gifts that we give in return. There is an exchange of gift, an exchange of goodness and love and the Spirit of the season. But as we mature in our

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own understanding of the true Spirit of Christmas, in the grand exchange, we are the recipient and Jesus, the Emmanuel is our greatest gift, a gift for humanity. Following this line of thought, if every Christmas is an active remembering also of the sharing in the divinity of Christ, who humbled himself to share in our own humanity ( Lit. Of the Eucharist, preparation of the altar and gifts) then we need a beautiful and pure vessel to welcome the Messiah in our midst. The preparation must not only a superficial preparation but a preparation which include the conversion of mind and heart of people, with personal conviction but a communal effort and endeavour. Thats the role of the four weeks of Advent, a hopeful and joyful expectation of the divine gratuitousness. The true happiness brought by the season of Christmas would always lead us to the experience of the reality that directs us to the eternity. When we give peace, love and joy it is already the foretaste of the life we hope to share and live with the Divine Trinity. Hope this holy season we may welcome Christ in our home, just like the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph, we may draw our inspiration from the Blesssed child in Bethlelem, to become our source of life and love. A Blessed Christmas to everyone!

JOSHUA: a friend, musician, and a scholar

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By Mark Joseph E. Mendoza

Born on December 8, 1992 to Rodrigo and Wenee Sarasua, Joshua grew up with firm principles and dreams for his future. He finished his secondary education at the City of Mandaluyong Science High School and is currently a 4th year Aeronautical Engineering student at FEATI. I usually see him with friends at the canteen, at the library, on hallways or in his classroom. He likes to play chess, solve puzzles, and play musical instruments. He is an avid user of the Internet. Joshua is a consistent Don Salvador Scholar. He routinely gets perfect scores on exams, especially in mathematics and other sciences. He is affiliated to the following organizations: Aviation Society for Research and Development (ASRAD) and Society for Aerospace Engineers of the Philippines - Student Chapter (SAEP-SCF). He states that: I believe in God and I believe in science. I dont see the contradiction between them unlike what others do. This may raise some eyebrows, but this is what I adhere to. Excellence for him is something that is beyond the norm. He dreams about the revolution in science. Even with everything going for him, Josh remains humble but grateful. He believes that all the things in his life are just challenges to be solved and conquered. Featinians, he is Joshua Sarasua, the epitome of excellence.

CHOCOFull
by: Ms. Raquel Rufon Its the time of year when good friends are dearand chocolate is one of the most popular holiday gifts! Go ahead, indulge. It may not be addictive and wou ld not make a giver guilty. Even though chocolate is usually eaten for pleasure, it has potentially many health effects. Dark chocolate may positively affect the circulatory system. According to research, limited amounts of dark chocolate appear to help prevent heart disease. A report indicated that melting chocolate in ones mouth produced an increase in brain activity and heart rate that was more intense than that associated with passionate kissing, and also lasted four times as long after the activity had ended. Studies have shown dark chocolate as part of a low-fat diet can lower cholesterol levels in adults. Because its rich in fiber, dark chocolate can actually help keep you full, so youll eat less, and may even reduce cravings for sweet, salty and fatty foods. (http://en.wikipedia.org) A small Italian study found out that regularly eating chocolate increases insulin sensitivity, thereby reducing risk for diabetes. A type of antioxidants called flavonoids found in chocolates offer some protection from UV (ultraviolet) damage, therefore, its good for your skin. Another ingredient in chocolate called theobromine seems to reduce activity of the vagus nerve, the part of the brain that triggers cough. Cocoa has anti-clotting and blood-thinning properties, thereby improving blood flow and help lower blood pressure, increase blood flow to the retina giving vision a boost, smooth blood flow to the brain making people more awake and alert and may suppress symptoms of migraines. (http://www.huffingtonpost.com) Milk chocolate health benefits include better brain reaction and impulse control. Studies also showed that the nutrients in the cocoa and milk content of milk chocolate aid in glucose release, increase blood flow and augment cognitive performance. In addition, milk chocolate also contains high levels of potassium and magnesium that provide several vitamins such as B1, B2, D and E. Meanwhile, the health benefits of eating white chocolate or the pretend chocolate (called chocolate only because of its cocoa butter content) may not be similar to those from dark or milk chocolates but there are other positive effects. These are primarily the vitamins

COFFEE BREAK
By: MELVIN T. BESIN The sweetness of its taste The smell of its aroma Make my mind puff and tumble Those words that you utter Brewed, mix with love Latte, Cappuccino and Mocha Those have the peachy taste That makes me love you, gotcha! A cup thats full of love That I wish from above A present that makes me true So glad that I have you In moments when we are far apart I handle that cup carefully Knowing that one day we will be You and I are going to have some coffee All of these are for you No matter what others argue I believe that someday they will see That we are meant to be Time and years may pass But our memories will last Ill track you with a compass, Then grab your hand to the altar And promise not to go afar. We will create a happy family together, And will stay with each other forever.
and minerals that you can get from the milk solids and cocoa butter found in gourmet white chocolate. (http://www.ultimatechocolateshoppe.com) There may be ill effects as well; nevertheless, in moderation and when eaten with a balanced diet, chocolate can certainly be a delightful and delicious way to warm a heart and feel better. Happy holidays!

Anti-Social
by Ramon Delfin

I like math, science and history; I know algebra, calculus and chemistry; I can speak the English language fluently; Ive given my best to study. I join contests, quiz bees and write essays Compete against me, I know everything. Awards, medals, trophies and ribbons, are things that my parents would be proud of. Would you come to my party? A classmate of me asked I was shocked, surprised in a sudden. I didnt know the words to say. It came to mind and I realized, Ive never been able to socialize. Though I am a genius I knew no one Who can teach me? Anyone? Maybe next time, I said Leaving, feeling sad, we separated There are still many things to do Homework and notes to be reviewed

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Hindi lingid sa ating kaalaman ang mga bagong patakaran na ipinatutupad ngayon sa ating mahal na unibersidad. Isinulat ko ito para sa mga kapwa ko magaaral, upang magsilbing boses ng mga estudyanteng may hinanaing sa mga bagong patakaran sa ating paaralan, at upang malagpasan ang mga hindi pagkakaunawaan ng administrasyon at ng mga estudyante. Isang kaibigan ang lumapit sa akin isang umaga, hindi pinayagan ng isang gwardya ang sapatos na suot niya dahil lang sa may disenyo umano ito. Hindi tumatanggap ng paliwanag ng mga estudyante sa mga gwardya, at yun siguro ang ikinagagalit ng mga mag-aaral. Tila ba walang boses ang mga kabataan. Sana naman ay suriin munang mabuti ang bawat patakaran na ipatutupad na kung ito nga ba ay tunay na makakabuti sa estudyante o dagdag hirap lamang ito sa pag-aaral. Hindi biro ang bumili ng panibagong sapatos, lalo na sa mga magulang ng mga estudyante na hirap nang igapang ang pag aaral ng kanilang mga anak. Batid naman natin na sumusunod lamang ang mga gwardya sa mga ipinaguutos sa kanila, at ginagawa lang nila ang kanilang trabaho. Pero iba pa rin ang tungkulin sa trabaho. Sana ay mabigyan din ng pansin ang seguridad nating lahat sa loob ng Feati. At huwag masyadong pagtuonan ng pansin ang kasuotan, dahil hindi doon nasusukat ang pagiging estudyante, o ang paaralang pinapasukan. Mas mahalaga pa rin na maging komportable ang bawat isa dahil araw-araw tayong pumapasok at sabi nga, ang paaralan natin ang ating pangalawang tahanan. Kaya marapat lamang na maging komportable at ligtas tayo sa loob nito, ligtas sa ano mang kaguluhan na maaring maganap. Hindi ito kritisismo o paninira. Ito

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Pinoy ka nga!
Ni Penelope Anne Torres
Kilala tayong mga Pilipino sa ating pagiging magalang, isa ito sa mga katangian na lagi nating nababanggit sa tuwing tayo ay tatanungin kung anu- ano ba ang mga ugali ng mga pinoy. Masasabi nating, ipinagmamalaki natin ito; at maging ang mga dayuhan ay sumasang-ayon na tunay ngang magalang ang mga Pilipino. Mula pagkabata ay tinuturuan na tayo ng ating mga magulang ng pag-galang sa mga nakatatanda sa atin, nariyan ang pagma-mano at pagbigkas ng po at opo. Siguro nga ay natatangi ang ating wika na may mga katagang nakalaan para lang sa pag-galang, at isa itong patunay na likas tayong may ganitong ugali. Madaming mga katangian ang mga pinoy na karapat-dapat ipagmalaki; tulad ng pagiging matulungin at pagtanaw ng utang na loob sa mga nakatulong sa atin; at meron din naman na dapat baguhin, tulad ng Filipino time. Hindi perpekto ang mga pinoy. Syempre, palaging merong mga negatibong aspeto sa bawat positibong bagay. Marami sa atin ang may ganitong ugali, at marahil ay hirap na talaga na baguhin. Ngunit hindi ito dahilan upang tumigil tayo sa ating pagbabago tungo sa mas ikauunlad natin bilang tao.

Bagong Santo
Ni Penelope Anne Torres Sino nga ba itong si Pedro Calungsod na bagong hinirang na santo? Ano ang kanyang nagawa upang siyay tuluyan nang ituring na santo? Pangalawang Pilipino na ang binatang martyr na naparangalan kamakailan lamang sa Vatican, Rome, Italy. Pinaniniwalaang ipinanganak siya sa Cebu noong 1654 at namatay sa gulang na 17. Ayon kay Arsobispo Emeritus Oscar Cruz, ang pagiging isang martyr ang siyang naging daan upang tuluyan nang maparangalan ang pangalawang santong Pilipino na sumunod kay San Lorenzo Ruiz. Isang misyonaryo noon si Pedro Calungsod sa Guam, katulong siya ni Fr. Diego Luis de San Vitores sa pangangaral ng kristyanismo at pagsasagawa ng mga misa at binyag noong 1668. Pinatay ang dalawang misyonaryo matapos binyagan ang sanggol ng isang pinuno ng mga katutubo, dahil sa paniniwala ng mga ito sa mga tsino na nagsabing nakakalason ang tubig na ginamit sa binyagan. Namatay sila habang naglilingkod sa Panginoon sa pamamagitan ng pagpapalaganap ng kristyanismo. Isang napakabuting ehemplo si San Pedro Calungsod para sa mga katolikong Pilipino at higit sa lahat, sa ating mga mag aaral ng FEATI. Isang inspirasyon upang huwag matakot o mahiya sa pagpapahayag ng salita ng Diyos. Mas mabuti nang mamatay kung dahil naman sa pananampalataya, kaysa mamatay ng walang pananalig sa Diyos.

ay isinulat upang magkaroon ng paggagalangan ang bawat isa sa kani-kanilang tungkulin at karapatan. Intindihin at isipin natin ang kalagayan ng bawat isa, upang mas maging masaya at mapayapa ang ating pagaaral o pagtatrabaho sa unibersidad ng Feati.

Relihiyon kontra Relasyon

Ni: Richard Ancheta
lihiyon. Kaya hindi sapat ang pagiging relihiyoso lamang. Sabi nga sa kanta ni Bruno Mars (Na labis kong sinasangayunan) na It will rain; Theres no religion that can save me. Itoy tama sa katotohanang: Hindi ka maliligtas ng iyong parokya , simbahan, pastor, pari, madre, brother o sister o kahit na sino pa man. Dahil ang tanging makakapagligtas sayo ay ang personal na relasyon mo sa Diyos, ang Panginoong Hesus. Ang kaligtasan ay wala sa posisyon, ginagawa, sinasabi o ipinapakita sa loob ng iyong relihiyon. Itoy nasa ginagawa, sinasabi o ipinapakita sa ibang tao at lalo nat ikay nag-iisa. Ikaw? Ano nga ba ang nasa isip mo ngayon? Ikaw ba ay relihiyoso lamang na ginagawang isang tradisyon ang Diyos? O isa kang taong may matibay na pananampalataya sa Diyos? Hindi dahil sa isa itong tradisyon, kaugalian, o dahil sa takot sa walang hanggang kamatayan. Ikaw ay naniniwala dahil ito ang dapat, ito ang nasa puso mo. Ito ay isang obligasyon sapagkat Siya lang ang dapat purihin at pasalamatan. Dahil tunay na isang pribilehiyo ang tumayo sa pinaka matibay na bato, si Hesukristo.

Collegio
Ni Mary Joy Madula
Oy! Walang limutan ah? Mamimiss kita. Iilan lamang yan sa mga katagang paulit-ulit nating naririnig sa tuwing sasapit ang araw ng pagtatapos sa bawat yugto ng ating pag-aaral; lalung-lalo na sa sekondarya, ang sinasabi ng karamihan na may mga hindi malilimutang karanasan. Nariyan ang mga biruan, harutan, mga bagong karanasan, pag-gala kung saan-saan, sumaya, mabigo at ang higit sa lahat ay ang Umibig. Ang lahat ng mga ito ay normal lamang bilang isang estudyante. Subalit habang tumatagal, nadaragdagan ang mga panahong nagiging bukas ang ating isipan upang humarap sa panibagong yugto ng buhay. Ito ay ang pagtuntong natin sa mundo ng kolehiyo. Hindi lingid sa kaalaman ng lahat na hindi biro ang panibagong karanasan na ito bilang estudyante, sapagkat nakasalalay rito ang magiging kinabukasan mo, kung kayat bago mo man maangkin ang iyong inaasam na diploma sa araw ng iyong pagtatapos, kinakailangan mo munang dumanas ng napakaraming pagsubok. Ang mga madugong pagsusulit na hindi napaghandaan, o marahil kinatamarang pag-aralan? Ang sabay-sabay na mga proyektong ginawa mo sa isang araw bago ang pasahan? Mga propesor na hindi mo maintindihan? Ang kursong sana hindi mo na lang pinilahan? Iyon ba ang mga bagay na nagpapahirap sa isang nag-aaral sa uniberisdad? Batid naman nating mahirap pero pinipilit pa rin nating gumapang para lang sa ating minimithi. Pagkat nag-uumapaw ang mga rason na kinakailangang hindi masasayang ang pagod, panahon at ang pera na nakalaan para sa ating kinabukasan. Iyan ang mga kasalukuyang nararanasan ng mga tulad nating nasa kolehiyo. Na ibang-iba sa kanilang mga nakaraang karanasan. Pero kahit na nahihirapan tayo, isipin natin na ito ay dapat, dapat lamang nating maranasan ito sapagkat dito tayo mahuhubog at maihahanda para sa panahong tatayo na tayo sa ating sariling mga paa, at masasabi natin na nagbunga na ang mga pinaghirapan nating itanim na mga binhi.

Kilala ang mga pilipino bilang mga relihiyosong tao. Dahil dito, ang Pilipinas ang natatanging kristiyanong bansa sa timog-silangang Asya. Isa din ito sa mga dahilan kung bakit tayo tinawag na; Perlas ng Silangan. Hindi lang dahil sa mga perlas, pisikal na topograpiya ng bansa o iba pa, itoy dahil sa mga tao dito; kanilang ugali, tradisyon, kaugalian at higit sa lahat; relihiyon. Ang mga pinoy daw ay relihiyosong mga tao. Subalit, sapat nga ba ito kung kaligtasan ang ating paguusapan? Base sa aking mga karanasan, masasabi kong Walang perpektong re

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2013 HOROSCOPE YEAR OF THE SNAKE The Little Match Girl

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She lighted another match, and then she found herself sitting under a beautiful Christmas tree. It was larger and more It was terribly cold and nearly dark on the last eveMay the stars be ning of the old year, and the snow was falling fast. In the cold beautifully decorated than the one she had seen thru the rich with you throughand darkness, a poor little girl with bare head and naked feet, merchants glass door. Thousands of tapers were burning upon out the year 2013! roamed thru the streets. It is true she had on a pair of slippers the green branches, and colored pictures, like those she had seen when she left home, but they were not of much use. They were in the show-windows, looked down upon it all. The little one ARIES very large, so large, indeed, for they had belonged to her Moth- stretched out her hand towards them, and the match went out. The year 2013 would er and the poor little girl had lost them in running across the be dynamic for you street to avoid two carriages that were rolling at a terrible rate. The Christmas lights rose higher and higher till they throughout in all looked to her like the stars in the sky. Then she saw a star fall, One of the slippers she could not find, and a boy seized phases of your life. the other and ran away with it saying he could use it as a cradle leaving behind it a bright streak of fire. Someone is dying, Your role in society and family shall get reinforced for the better. You when he had children of his own. So the little girl went on with thought the little girl, for her old grandmother, the only one shall turn out to be a helping hand for those her little naked feet, which were quite red and blue with the who had ever loved her, and who was now in Heaven had cold. In an old apron she carried a number of matches, and told her that when a star falls, a soul was going up to God. around you. Your relationships shall be taken had a bundle of them in her hands. No one had anything of her to a higher level. A kind of solitude might the whole day, nor had anyone given her even a penny. Shivset in your life but make use of this to find ering with cold and hunger, she crept along, looking like the She again rubbed a match on the wall, and the light your inner peace and freedom. Be sure that picture of misery. The snowflakes fell on her fair hair, which shone round her; in the brightness stood her old grandmother, you give in some sort of concessions in your hung in curls on her shoulders, but she regarded them not. clear and shining, yet mild and loving in her appearance.

Lights were shining from every window, and there was a savory smell of roast goose, for it was New-years eve yes, she reTAURUS Life would be a song with not much troubles membered that. In a corner, between two houses one of which profor you in this year of 2013. Make full use jected beyond the other, she sank down and huddled herself together. She had drawn her little feet under her, but could not keep off the of your creativity to come up in life this pecold. And she dared not go home, for she had sold no matches.

relationships for the betterment of your future.

riod. In generally peace and tranquility would prevail in your life. Your status in life improves and you shall be able to get the comforts in life you had yearned for all these time. Pleasures occupy much of your time for year 2013. Better opportunities come in your way without much effort. More freedom and independence shall also come for you.

GEMINI You will be able to consolidate your plans and efforts this year of 2013. You shall be able to reach the crown of your ambitions this year. The planetary positions shall help you in this regard, helping you to reach your targets in life. New avenues seem to open up and it shall bring you closer to achieving your set ideals for life. Some agitations might come on your way, but do not lose your heart. Move on a practical note and you shall be blessed with a better lifestyle than the previous years. CANCER Your toils in previous years shall bring forth good results in this year of 2013. There would be a general growth in all area of your life. Success shall come in packets for you much to your delight. Your resolutions would be able to take wings now. There would be many opportunities for you to show off your intelligence to the world. Most of your projects be it personal or professional shall have a happy ending this year. Do not be nostalgic about the past, instead live in the present and plan for the future which is as bright as the Sun. LEO Events shall flow with a better spark and schedule this year for you. Relationships shall enter into new deals and you shall be able to reap the fruits of your previous years projects. Some moments of uncertainty and melancholy might creep in during the middle part of the year, but do not lose your cool. You shall have many occasions to delight yourself as the year moves on . You might be able to comeback with a big bang. Let your creativity soar to a new level and let the world see it. Follow your ideals and ambitions in life and this year gonna be much good for you than you had anticipated. VIRGO Your pace this year would be very speedy in all your endeavors. Things shall start to consolidate in your life this time of your life. Some sort of security threat shall bother you. In general all your areas shall see a better performance than the previous few years. You are

Her father would certainly beat her; besides, it was almost as cold at home as here, for they had only the roof to cover them. Her little hands were almost frozen with the cold. Ah! Perhaps a burning match might be some good, if she could draw it from the bundle and strike it against the wall, just to warm her fingers. She drew one out- scratch! how it sputtered as it burnt. It gave a warm, bright light, like a little candle, as she held her hand over it. It was really a wonderful light. It seemed as though In the dawn of morning there lay the poor little she was sitting by a large iron stove. How the fire burned! And one, with pale cheeks and smiling mouth, leaning against seemed so beautifully warm that the child stretched out her feet as if to warm them, when, lo! The flame of the match went out! the wall. She had been frozen on the last evening The stove vanished, and she had only the remains of the half-burnt match in her hand. She rubbed another match on the wall. It burst into a flame, and where its light fell upon the wall it became as transparent as a veil, and she could see into the room. The table was covered with a snowy white table cloth on which stood a splendid dinner service and a steaming roast goose stuffed with apples and dried plums. And what was still more wonderful, the goose jumped down from the dish and waddled across the floor, with a knife and fork in its to the little girl. Then the match went out, and there remained nothing but the thick, damp, cold wall before her.

Grandmother, cried the little one, O take me with you; I know you will go away when the match burns out; you will vanish like the warm stove, the roast goose, and the large glorious Christmas-tree. And she made haste to light the whole bundle of matches, for she wished to keep her grandmother there. And the matches glowed with a light that was brighter than the noon-day. And her grandmother had never appeared so large or so beautiful. She took the little girl in her arms, and they both flew upwards in brightness and joy far above the earth, where there was neither cold nor hunger nor pain, for they were with God.

of the year; and the New-years sun rose and shone upon a little child. The child still sat, holding the matches in her hand, one bundle of which was burnt.

She tried to warm herself, said some. No one imagined what beautiful things she had seen, nor into what glory had she entered with her grandmother, on New-years day. (http://classiclit.about.com/od/ christmasstoriesholiday/a/aa_littlematch.htm)

likely to shed your materialistic nature and go in for some sort of spiritual or charity pursuits which might give you the much needed peace of mind and tranquility. Much constructive actions are in store for you this year, though the environment around you might seem a bit slackened and hazy.

year, some slowdown in your general life would be experienced. SCORPIO Year 2013 shall help you to resume the works you had done in the previous years. The planets are lurking around ready to harm though. You would be going through a period of much trials and temptations in life this period. Relax, retreat and rejuvenate for your betterment. Towards the end of the year, your ambitions might materialize. Your creative side shall come to the fore. Phases of intense work pressure and relaxation shall alternate in your life for now.

SCORPIO Year 2013 shall help you to resume the works you had done in the previous years. The planets are lurking around ready to harm though. You would be going through a period of much trials and temptations in life this period. Relax, retreat and rejuvenate for your betterment. Towards the end of the year, your ambitions might materialize. Your creative side shall come to the fore. Phases CAPRICORN of intense work pressure and relaxation The year 2013 shall help you shall alternate in your life for now. to see life in a new light and it shall diversify your priorities in SAGITTARIUS life. There would be more time This year 2013 shall bring in a new for you to relax and rejuvenate leash in your life. All the obstacles than the previous year. However and hindrances you faced in the premuch tolerance ought to be exvious years shall vanish into thin air. ercised in life. A more serene You shall put into a better optimistic atmosphere is in store fro you phase of your life. All restrictions and this year. The planets promise constraints in your life shall fly away. much materialistic benefits this But you ought to bring about some period that you can venture into sort of security for yourself and those social and charity fields with ease. around you. Towards the end of the

AQUARIUS This year of 2013 would be much more peaceful and serene than you had imagined. It would be a period of huge possibilities with vast growth opportunities for thr future. Situations calling for much actions on your side would be met now. Make sure that your impulsive actions do not bounce back on you. There would be conducive relationships with those around you in all aspects of life. A much demanding period awaits you in this year. PISCES There would be good progress in your life this year. There would be much action and new ventures coming up in your life. You shall be able to get the good connections of people higher up in the society. Your confidence level would be boosted up and you would be able to live up to your ideals. Much freedom is on the cards and you would be able to weed off any obstacles that might come in your way this year with much tact and diplomacy. http://www.findyourfate.com/astrology/ year2013/2013horoscope2013.html

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Priest Receives Birthday Gifts! It was Fr. Jess birthday and was receiving gifts from the parishioners. The florists daughter gave her a box, she put it over her head and shook it. Are they flowers? asked the priest. The surprised girl replied, How did you know, Father? The priest knew the profession of the kids parents, so he could guess easily. Then another boy came with a box, Father Jess shook it and said, Is it a pair of shoes? The student asked, Howd you know! The priest knew because the kids family had a shoe store. Then Johnny, the son of a liquor store owner, came forward and the priest saw the box. It was leaking. ah, I know just what it is, the priest mused. He put his finger on the wet part and sucked the liquid. Is it wine? he said. Johnny shook his head, No. Then he scraped the leaking box again with his finger, tasted it,

saying Brandy? Johnny replied No! Is it perhaps Mass wine? No Father. Its a puppy! The priest felt like throwing up. He had been licking the puppys urine. Different Minds Einstein--Great Mind; NewtonBrilliant Mind;Bill Gates-- Extraordinary Mind; Pinoy Politician-- Never Mind!

and sleep. Besides, I dont like the people there, and the people dont like me either. The mother gazed at him and told him: My son, you should go back to school. Ill give you two reasons why: first, youre already 59 years old, and you are the school principal!

Carry Your Cross Husband came from church, suddenly lifted his wife and carried her. Wife: Why? Did the priest tell you to be romanReluctant School Boss tic like this? The story is told about a despondent man Husband: No! He told me to carry my cross! who was being roused by his mother one early morning. Souce: More Stories of Life and Laughter by Fr. Be Son, its time to go to school, mother San Luis, SVD said. I dont want to. Id rather stay at home

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By Ma. Eunice Sismundo

FEATI SEAHAWKS Outscore St. Dominic in volleyball tilt

The FEATI SEAHAWKS mens volleyball team struck down St. Dominic on their home court with a 3 set marathon 25-15, 25-17, 25-15 victory to seal their 6 win, 2 loss record last August. Emerson Supan started the Seahawks rally with a cut shot spike to dominate the first inning. Going into the 2nd and 3rd inning with the momentum, the Seahawks continued to roll all throughout the game and force St. Dominic to give up the remaining sets. At the conclusion of the tourney, the FEATI mens volleyball team finished 3rd while PWU placed 2nd and PMMS took home the 1st place trophy in the said event. Meanwhile, the Seahawk Womens Volleyball placed 1st runner up after losing against the Technological Institute of the Philippines (TIP), and finishing with 8 wins and 2 losses. Even if we didnt make it to the finals, placing 3rd, we are glad we reached this far. Doing our best is all that matters Emerson Supan said.

With the help of its coach Bob (Bowman), Michael Phelps flying fish made his way off to swimming, Thus of all Olympic history, he is the most decorated Olympian ever, on legs built strong with one kick set after another, he is walking away while still at the summit.

total of 22 medals and the highest record holder being capable of carrying on after hardship and being liable to make mistakes, Phelps ended having three straight gold.

Bowman smiled thinking about the Phelps he has known, since he was a kid in a Speedo playing games at the pool and how In his Olympics tourney, much he has grown up. At age 27, he he is the most decorated swimmer has matured before a nations eyes. with eight medals in Athens, collecting six gold and two bronze at He could keep taking part in the age of 19 in 2004, his Hello, competing on a more limited scale World moment earned eight more and try for Rio de Janeiro in 2016, in Beijing with all gold in 2008, a but there is nothing left to prove, master at the height of his powers, no worlds left to conquer, and no and now six more in London hav- meaningful records left to break. ing four gold and two silver with a

Victory for Filipino Boxer

by Ma. Eunice Ann Sismundo

Viloria landed a left and right combination resulting to Marquez drop for the second time. Many experts consider Round 5 to be The 31 year old Round of the Year. Viloria holds a record of 32 wins including Viloria got his right 19 knockouts and 3 hand working once loses over the 24 year more and followed old Marquez having up with more body 34 wins including 25 shots in 6th and 7th knockouts and 3 loses. round, but Marquez scooted forward to V i l o r i a trade again. Leaning knocked Marquez to his right, Marquez down at the end of the tried to get his hook first round with a flash working and landed right hook to wreck a handful, but Viloria Marquez making him seemed unaffected for tentative for the rest the most part, and he of the bout. The bout resumed his usual atcontinued on until 4th tack, finishing strong and 5th round. Mar- with slick defense. quez landed a huge In round 8 both left hook to Vilorias men carried out intemple making him telligent strategies, quiver, both having with Viloria setting counter punches until longer-range traps and

Marquez trying to get inside in a safe way. A series of left hands from Marquez made Viloria move. More hook-trading led to exchanges and a flurry of right hands from Viloria in the 9th, Looking tired, Viloria tried to prance away but was met by Marquez left hand and the Mexican closed very strong with a big combination. The bout continued until round 10, Viloria dominated the round connecting a left hook haymaker. Marquez was repeatedly hit to the head forcing Marquezs trainer Robert Garcia to throw the towel from Mexican corner with the referee David Mendoza and stopping the bout 1:01 of the round.