Don't you understand? Don't you get it? It's not about being cool.
It's about respecting the nation that so many Filipinos have fought and sacrificed for. The freedom you have in this country is the result of the collective efforts of your countrymen who -- in big and small ways -- have made sure you will have a better life than they ever had.
You are all probably employed. Well the reason you still have paychecks is because of the thousands of overseas Filipino workers who work their asses off just to send in the dollars. They work day in and day out in foreign countries, far from their families. They are missing out on all the birthdays, graduations, and weddings of their loved ones. All these men and women are literally carrying the weight of our nation's economy on their shoulders. And you are enjoying all the perks that brings. But that shouldn't matter right? It's uncool and embarrassing.
Let's not even talk about the Rizals and the Bonifacios and the Silangs. You probably think they are all uncool too. Nevermind the fact that because of their courage and bravery, you have a country you can call your own. You probably have houses or are renting apartments. Well, guess what: The land you live on have been purchased by the those who fought revolutions against those who wanted to colonize you. But that shouldn't matter right? It's uncool and too passe.
Just wondering, are you Christians? Don't you know that in China, you can go to jail if you even pray in public? In some parts of Africa, you can get tortured if you worship publicly. In the Philippines, you can worship God and no one will so much as lift a finger against you. Is that still uncool?
Oh yeah, Pacquiao. Not cool enough?Now, that's cool.
STAND UP WHEN THE ANTHEM IS PLAYING, PEOPLE!!!!! JUST STAND UP!!!! THAT'S ALL.
3 comments:
bitaw. kato duha ka girls sa sm..i think lang nabuzy sila sa ila take-out mao to wa sila nag stand. and also that bisaya girl in ayala who was with foreigners...na wa jud sila nitindog pag national anthem..and nag clap pa after!
ang sa akin lang. it does not mean maayo na kaau ka na citizen if mutindog ka during the anthem. of course, your country requires more than that from you. pero it's the least you can do uy. they think it's not hip. as if.
i guess giving is passe than getting.. in regards to respect too, that is. i'm betting those people will get in your face if they feel a wee bit disrespected by you. oh well,i'll just hold on to the positiveand let it grow gently.. go Manny! wehehe....
hello brian! manny pacquiao is the greatest boxer of all time. you are lucky to be a filipino. he brings pride and honor to your country. i wish i were a filipino. God bless your country this coming elections.
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