Wet and wild

Those in the field of education know very well that 'tis the profession that is fraught with so daunting a task that if one were not to take an occasional break, one would surely be stressed out. Sometimes, it takes nothing less than a trip somewhere else to renew the energy and vigor that teachers badly need to face a new set of challenges the new school year might present.

One such trip took place on June 08, 2012. To have their Socialization, teachers, administrators, and staff of Stella Maris Academy of Davao went to Matin-ao Inland Resort, New Corella, Davao del Norte. There, the teachers and staff gamely participated in the activities the Socials Committee prepared.

In the beginning of the program, all the eight Emmaus groups presented their impromptu yet entertaining cheers and yells. Then the parlor games ensued. All enjoyed playing such games as “Bandaging” where they demonstrated what they learned from the First Aid Training they had; “Ipasok mo, Baby” where they had to string using a yarn all the members of the group while in the on the swimming pool; and “Isda Me?” where they had to swim and get as much Bingo tiles as they could.

The Socialization lasted only a day. Yet one could see that everybody came home not with a sense of regret, but with a sense of joy and fulfillment. For, it’s not everyday that they get to relax from their tedious work.

Project Law School relaunched

Two years ago, I launched a project here called Project Law School. In that project, I plan to document my experience while studying law. Of course, it didn't materialize. Instead of proceeding to law, I went to teach at Stella Maris.

Now, since I have actually started my law studies in University of Mindanao, I'm relaunching the Project. I cannot assure, however, that blog posts will be more frequent, considering the tedious work in school and the equally stressful demands of law studies.

Almost all of my law professors warned us that Law is like a jealous mistress. It demands so much of your time, talent, and treasure. One week into law school, I know now whereof they speak. Indeed, it isn't easy. In one subject, as many as ten cases will be assigned for you to digest (make a brief). Every day is a recitation day. And sometimes, just when you thought a provision won't be discussed because it's insignificant, you are suddenly called by your teacher to recite in toto that insignificant article.

But why continue if we are not compelled to endure all those things?

I don't know about them, but for me, my only consolation is that I know this won't take long. As Ma'am G used to tell us, "Better suffer for four years than suffer for the rest of your life."