A Hopeful Nation

I’m sure everyone has heard about the first State of the Nation Address (SONA) of our Pres. Noynoy Aquino last July 26. Before I was not really into politics. I mean I don’t wait for the SONA. I’m even annoyed when they stop regular programming just to cover events like SONA. But now, I only open our television just to watch the news! Unlike before where I got depressed watching the news because it’s the same old story every day. It’s like this time there’s something to look forward to. I want to be updated with what’s happening to our country. I want to hear what the President’s cabinet members have to say with regards to some issues. And when I heard the solutions to these issues, I become “hopeful.” I don’t know but somehow I believe that it can be done. Not like the previous administration where I stop believing. All they do is make promises.


I like that P-NOY speech is in Filipino. You use English when you’re at work, or talking to a foreigner, or trying to impress someone. But when you’re talking to your fellow Pinoy, isn’t it more heartfelt to use your own language? More convenient too I must add. He mentions some of the problems our country is facing. Some congressmen say it is “bitin” and a lot of issues were not tackled. But how long do you want the SONA to take? Forever? LOL. Besides, P-NOY has 6 years to prove himself. Let’s solve one problem at a time.

It really makes a difference when you have trust to the authority you have. I pray that this trust won’t be put to waste yet again.

Ang mandato nating nakuha sa huling eleksyon ay patunay na umaasa pa rin ang Pilipino sa pagbabago. Iba na talaga ang situwasyon. Puwede na muling mangarap. Tayo nang tumungo sa katuparan ng ating mga pinangarap. 

                                                                                ---Pres. Noynoy Aquino

Philippine's 15th President

Today marks a momentous event for all Filipinos all over the world. It is the inauguration of the 15th president of our country. The oath taking took place at Quirino Grandstand at exactly 12:00 pm. I watched the whole event at the comfort of our home but still I had goose bumps when the ceremony is finally over. I admit I didn’t vote for Noynoy Aquino but majority of the Filipinos has decided and it is time to finally move on and unite for the recovery of our nation. President Noynoy speech focus mostly on fighting corruption and the reformation of government as the one who will give comfort to the Filipinos and not the other way around. I like the part where he says “Kayo ang boss ko. Kaya’t hindi maaring hindi ako makinig sa mga utos ninyo.” What he emphasize is quite true because oftentimes MOST government officials were being abusive of their power. It is humbling to hear that Pres. Aquino calls the Filipinos ”boss.” His speech is inspiring and it lasted for more or less 20 minutes. I pray his vision for our country would be a reality. But of course we have to do our part too! Sama sama, tulong tulong sa pagbabago. Mahirap, mayaman, let us all do our part for our beloved Philippines!

 

AFP PHOTO/TED ALJIBE

                                                              AFP PHOTO/TED ALJIBE

"Ang tadhana ng Pilipino ay babalik sa tamang kalagayan, na sa bawat taon pabawas ng pabawas ang problema ng Pinoy na nagsusumikap at may kasiguruhan sila na magiging tuloy-tuloy na ang pagbuti ng kanilang sitwasyon"  - Pres. Benigno Simeon C. Aquino III