A WOMAN OF PRIDE AND GLORY:A BIOGRAPHY ABOUT A TEACHER

               Teaching is a complex yet satisfying profession. It is about sharing knowledge to your students. It is also for the betterment of the students. Teachers are the ones who have, who will, and who is moulding the children of today, to a brighter future ahead of them.

          Being in a family of eight siblings and born in poverty, dreamt of being successful in the future, she is now a professional teacher. Her name is Mary Ann Tolibao. She has been experiencing the beauty of life for the past 30 years and counting. She was born on June 12, 1984 at Camp Phillips, Bukidnon.

          Born as the 4th child of Lourdes Amba Bakor and Franklin Villa Quinto. Teacher Nana's father worked as an employee of DMPI (Del Monte Phillipines Incorporated), while her mother is a housewife. They lived in Camp Phillips for 28 years, yet, they are now living in DEARBC, Damilag, Bukidnon.

          She likes Pink. She also likes people who understand. If she's given something, she will surely take care of this and merely, appreciate it. On the other hand, she hates people who mock other other people.

          She studied in OLLES (Our Lady Of Lourdes Elementary School) in Kindergarten to 1st Grade. She pursued studying in PES (Plantation Elementary School) for Grades 2-5. She went to Bohol to continue studying in MUST (Mindanao University of Science and Technology) for her Masters Degree in teaching.

           For her, she is a good listener, because, even if her friends are so boring to hear, she is still there to listen to them. She is simple because she does not go with whats popular. But, she is ambitious in the sense that she wants to be a billionaire because she wants to help other people. She is merely approachable, anyone who goes to her can be assured that she will entertain them. 

           She changed to become independent in the eyes of her parents, yet, she knows she can't live without them. For her, if you know how to handle a problem, you can overcome it. Just like Math, when there's a problem, there's a solution. According to her, she gets lucky all the time because everything that she hoped, comes true.

           But, she also had some family problems. Examples of these are his father's sudden accident. Her father is a disabled person. He is a bedridden patient. Her younger brother had a baby when he was about to graduate in college. Lastly, her younger sister was pregnant, also, when she was about to graduate in college. 

           She wishes to help her parents and her siblings. Her greatest achievements might be having to marry her boyfriend, and having a lot of children.  She also said "Being a teacher is tiring, but, if it is your passion, you know you can do it".

         

DANCING THROUGH THE WORDS:SHAKIRA

          Shakira Isabelle Mebarak Ripoll, or known as her stage name Shakira, was born on February 2, 1977. She is 37 years old. She was born at Barranquilla, Columbia. She works as a singer, songwriter, a record producer, dancer, philanthropist, entrepreneur, and model. She is in business since 1990 until now. She has a net worth of $200 million. Her zodiac sign is Aquarius. She partnered Antonio del Rual from 2000 to 2010. And Gerrard Pique from 2010 up to present. Her parents are Nidia Ripoll and William Mebarak Ripoll.

          Her music genres are pop, Latin pop, rock en espanol, dance and folk. She can play guitars and drums. She's labeled in Columbia, Epic-live Nation, RCA, Sony Music Latin. She won MTV Video Music Awards, 2 Grammy awards, 8 Latin Grammy awards, 7 billboards music awards, 28 billboard Latin music awards, nominated in Golden-Globe Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame and she is one of the best-selling artists of all time for her songs "Whenever, Wherever" and "hips don't Lie". She is also the 58th most powerful woman in the world by Forks, as of 2014.

          She wrote her first poem at the age of 4 entitled Crystal Rose. As she was growing, she idolized her father that was writing stories on a type-writer. Because of this, she also asked one for a Christmas gift. She got a typewriter when she was seven and started making poems. Her poems eventually evolved into songs. She wrote her first song at eight and signed her first record deal at the age of thirteen.

          Now, she participates in the Pies Descalzos Foundation, for native Columbia. She is also a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador. But before she became this famous, she saw poor Colombian children and said "One day, I'm going to help these kids when I become a famous artist".

THE CARTOON CHARACTER IN ME

       Totally Spies is a cartoon about 3 high school students who were recruited a spies. Clover, Alex and Sam. Clover is a flaunt- er. She flirts to every cute or handsome boy she sees. She loves shopping. Alex is kinda like a random. She's industrious. Yet, she is also like  Clover and sometimes like Sam. Sam is an intelligent girl, she might not be as beautiful as Clover or as industrious as 

Alex, but they are the cartoon characters I wanna be.

        I were a cartoon character, I would be them Three. I do know that it is impossible, but I know it is possible to copy their traits. I would be Sam because, I wanna feel how to be one of the most intelligent student in the school. I wanna be recognized. And enter in one of the most hardest contests in the country.

          I also want to be Alex because she is industrious and I am lazy, She gives me inspiration to manage my tasks in the best way I can.

         I also wanna be Clover, she might be a flaunt-er, but for me, even if i need to study hard, she reminds me to experience the fondness of having the time of my life. I also keep in mind that I will Not be serious in my relationships unless I found my Soul mate.

         Overall, I want to be industrious and intelligent yet somehow a flaunt-er-like girl. Like them three, I wanna be with best friends who will be with me even in times of trouble. 

MY KIND OF ANIMAL

                    Swans are magnificent creatures made by God. They have white feathers and awesome swimming habit. Their body movements are also gracious. Their body young are not as beautiful as them, but as they are growing up, they are transforming to their true self.
                   
                     If I were an animal, I would be a young swan. At this stage, I am learning how to become an adult. But before this, I am experiencing a lot of challenges and temptations. Yet, never look on the negative side. Because this problems help you to become your true self. Problems are there for a reason. It is a guide to which road you'll take, left or right.

                    When I become an adult, I will transform to my true self. But, as I said earlier, I will not become magnificent if I can't learn from my mistakes.
                   

THE ROOT OF MY NAME

               Everybody in the world has a name. Plants, animals and even bacteria has a name. A name is a word that you can be called. A name is a Blessing of God. A name is something to be proud of. A name is a gift.

           I am Kiana L. Olemberio. My parents gave me this name by the help of my grandparents. I was named after my parents whom are Vincent Kane and Aida. I was supposed to be named Kiada. Kia is from my father, on the other hand, Da is from my mother. But my Lolo and Lola thought that it was awful. So, they suggested to name me Kiana, which is a lot better.

        The first time I wrote my name was when I was in Kindergarten. Actually, I didn't remember that I had mistakes like an upside down E, except for the size of my name. As I enhanced my writing skill, it turned out to be fine.

             Up to now, I am still wanting to develop my skill so that I can write my name more legibly. And because of my name, I learned to appreciate other names too.

THE ADOBO AND SALAD IN ME

             Adobo is a common Filipino dish that is served in all parts of the country. Adobo has an easy recipe and it is one of a kind.

              I would like to be an Adobo because people look up to me. Someone thinks I'm great and someone thinks I'm special. Someone thinks I'm one of a kind. I can become anyone I can be as long as the seasonings, support and love are just right.

          Salad is composed of various fruits. I also want to be this food because I am good for the mind and body. Just like me, I have a lot of attitudes and a lot of things , people and memories that built me in becoming who I am now.

              In General, I would like to be Adobo and Salad because they are my favorites. And most likely, they are known in the whole country. First, it took time for them to become popular. Little by little, they became famous. As for me, Little by little, I will improve myself to become a famous Lawyer.

      

DEAR FUTURE ME

Dear Attorney Kiana Olemberio,

                          You are unbelievable, having won a case of massacre and murder takes much experience and confidence. That was one of the hardest of crimes, I've ever known. How you defended your client was amazing. I really want to be like you. You are so famous and rich. I also admire your love for your family. You never forgot about your parents. You gave them a big house with a swimming pool on the roof. How lucky to be one of your friends. You are my inspiration. I am one of your biggest fans. I also sent you lots of letters.

                  I want to be like you. My parents advice me to be a teacher first,then,proceed to Law. So that I can sustain my own needs. I hope I can see you in Person.

                                                                        Love,

                                                                          Kiana