POLARIS 💫

POLARIS

• Northern Star

• Located in the constellation of Ursa Minor, the Little Bear. It sometimes also goes by the name “Stella Polaris.” The seven stars from which we derive a bear are also known as the Little Dipper. Polaris, the North Star lies at the end of the handle of the Little Dipper, whose stars are rather faint.
• My AC Highschool Barkada: Andi, Angeline, Apples, Alexa, Cheska, Marian, Maia, Sage, Zoe and of course myself included!

Trivia: When you are lost in the woods, just look for 🌟 in the sky and walk towards it. Follow where it leads you and you will surely find your way back!

Similar to how these friends of mine, mean to me. Especially, in those times when I feel down and I do not know who I've become or I suddenly feel like a lost soul, I know I can count on these people to remind me of who I am and to help me get myself back together. They are surely the ones to have my back, and I know that they will always be there for me no matter what. So, when I feel like I'm losing my direction in life, I just need to look for them and for sure these people will help me best with their good, and inspiring words of wisdom. I love them as much as I love gazing at the stars above me... which is always!

My Dear Little Brother Bear 🐻

I love my little bear's kisses, cuddles, and ATTENTION!

WHO IS YOUR PRESENT DAY HERO? (Entry 4)

Hero (n.) - A person, typically a man, who is admired or idealized for courage, outstanding achievements, or noble qualities.

Present Day Heroes (pronoun) - He, She, You, Me, They, Few, Many, Everybody, and I?

Heroes are not made. Heroes are born. Born out of circumstances and rise to the occasion when they feel that they are needed and are in belief of what they can offer to this world. It has been said many times that heroes reflect the values of a given culture or generation. But, let us first see and understand the Filipino culture of today.

Filipinos are very happy, fun and loving people. In our society, we value our close ties with our family and friends. On a bigger picture, we love our motherland - the Philippines - because it is our home and how can we call it a home without the people who dwell in it? For many, Manny Pacquiao is considered as a hero. This explains why whenever he has a fight there's no traffic; it's as if everyone's just home watching his game. While we, Pinoys, take pride in his glory. 

Today, what do we consider as a hero?

In the past up until the present, Jose Rizal and Ninoy Aquino are two of the most legendary heroes. If you come to think of it, they both have something in common. They both died for our country. But does one really have to die in order to be called as such? Heroes like Efren Peñaflorida, Tony Meloto, and Gang Badoy have emerged. One thing they all have in common? They have invested in the youth. Yes, these people focused on educating and training the youth because they believe that the future of our country lies in their hands. I can say that I am very privileged to be part of this subgroup because this only means that I, too, can be a hero someday. That it is not too late to contribute something to my country. It is about time for a paradigm shift - the Filipinos are worth living for! Everything we do, must be directed towards the betterment of the Philippines. We have to work for the common good. With the little sacrifices that we can offer, and in putting others before ourselves, I believe this can make a hero in us.

Good? Better? Best? Ultra? Mega? SUPER....HEROES! (Entry 3)

Some have argued that our fascination with superheroes stems from our desire to believe in perfection or in the possibility of transcending the human in us. Why, then, are we attracted to less-than-perfect or even flawed superheroes (as proven by Watchmen hitting the spot as the best-selling graphic novel of all time, Magneto having more sympathizers than Professor X, and Clark Kent in his latest incarnation is no longer his goody two-shoes/naive farm boy self)?

The answer is SIMPLE - the changing times have brought a paradigm shift and a new definition to the word "Superhero". In my opinion, flawed superheroes or less-than perfect ones show us that anyone can be a hero even those who are weak, imperfect and evil. It is much more relatable since we, as human beings, are flawed too. We are capable of committing mistakes and making bad judgments. That, I believe, is the common ground for humans and superheroes.

Instead of focusing on their strengths, however, they are highlighting the weaknesses. From there, these superheroes draw their strength and work on their flaws in order to be better. This is precisely because we are all a work in progress. Also, it is easier to distinguish good from evil especially if one starts out with a dark past until he/she eventually gets out of it and is pulled towards the good side. There is more gratification and fulfillment upon seeing the change in our very eyes. Always remember that a good story plot is not one that ends well but rather one that shows how the characters have developed through time. In this case, what makes a superhero as one is how he/she faces the same problems as we humans do yet stands out with how different they choose to handle the situation.