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meet the predator
call me jenie
born on 02/20/83 after my Dad & Mom drank beer and ate balut 9 months before
lives in Singapore, but always a Pinoy at heart
works as an advertising copywriter, but hates proofreading her blog entries
loves true friends, fake DVD's, alternative music, alcohol, sarcasm, boxing, hatha yoga, and House (the TV series,not the music genre)
loathes indifference, power trippers, narcissists, giant egos and bad breath
tries to live by the quote "Postpone death by living, by suffering, by error, by risking, by giving, by losing." by Anais Nin
bago mag-Pasko
“Nakakalungkot naman, kung kailan magpapasko.”
Whenever an unfortunate event occurs during December, Filipinos often say this line as if to add more insult to injury. Everyone of us associates Christmas with happiness, frivolity and merry-making. So when the time comes and a tragic situation comes in our midst, we’re left feeling unlucky because it will soon be Christmas and we’re left with melancholy. By now, we’ve heard of misfortunes all over the globe. On a nationwide scale came the Bicol tragedy, the verdict of the rape case, the crazy Constitutional Convention and all those merciless killings flooded the newspapers a month before the Holidays. On a more personal level, I’ve heard of sad news from friends whose house almost got burnt, decided to call it quits with their partner, an officemate's child who got dengue, and today, another officemate who found out she has cancer, again.
We Filipinos don’t want any spoilers in our celebration of Christmas. That’s why we consider it unlucky whenever we experience a catastrophe in our lives. My Dad passed away in November, almost 10 years ago, and during that time, several guests kept saying that line, “Ang malas naman, kung kailan magpapasko saka nyo sya di makakasama.” My mom always bought the added misery, but I refused to. Any time of the year, the death of a loved one will always be considered ill-fated.
Come to think of it, it is even more comforting to experience a tragedy before Christmas. Look at those thousands of teddy bears that everyone donated for the Bicol kids. Look at those thousands of volunteers and donations sent to help in Albay. And can you imagine how many generous hearts will give you clothes and even appliances when your house burns down before Christmas? As for those who just broke up with their beloved, how fortunate it is to be able to binge on free food while ranting or emoting under the influence of alcohol at the countless parties you have to attend?
Days before Christmas, everyone seems to be a LOT nicer compared to any other month. (Well, except for the twisted mall shoppers who run around like headless chickens.) Sometimes, I’m beginning to think everyone’s kindness stems from his or her guilt all year long, and Christmas is the only time to make up for it. Or maybe it’s the endorphins caused by the 13th month pay and the vacation days ahead. Or is it the subconscious effect of Christ's arrival? Whatever reason it is, I’m grateful for this time of year. Though I hate shopping (but love giving), I will always be a fan of the Yuletide Season.
Merry Christmas, everyone! May we never forget to look at the brighter side of things any time of year. I hope you'll be able to spend time with your loved ones, because it's not every year that you'll be together during the Holidays.
And to all my friends and loved ones who are giving gifts on time, sorry if I’m giving yours after Christmas or maybe even after New Year. Please forgive my disorganized and complacent self.
“Sige na, Pasko naman eh.” :-)
4:39 PM
Thursday, December 21, 2006
