Q: Some people think that personal happiness is directly related to economic success. Others argue that happiness depends completely different factors. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
All people have a goal in life which in turn commonly interpreted as their source of happiness. With these goals, people have subconsciously set a standard for their lifestyle and could define their contentment. Economical abundance in life is the common aim of people who think that would give them the satisfaction that they deserve.
In addition to this, one perfect example is the purpose of having a good foundation for education. It is common notion that a good education does indeed land you in an occupation that could grant your financial needs, if not wants. Most people set this as a stepping stone to find a way to get ahead in life.
Furthermore, once getting the jump start they need through high quality education, people can finally get anything they want. Ironically in some cases, even emotions can be bought particularly affection and fidelity. As regards to this, many people define this as happiness and contentment in their lives.
In contrast to this, not all of this could go to the proverbial happy ending. In my own experience, a simple breakdown on the financial status of my family almost broke us apart. It is a fact in my life that had made me realize that life and happiness can never be calculated with monetary value.
Moreover, I have a friend that found happiness in spite of the financial slump that he had been in. Despite the fact that life is hard economically, I cannot fathom the fact that they are content as long as they are together,as husband and wife, no matter what the condition of their lives are.
Therefore, I conclude that satisfaction that comes from financial success doesn't define happiness. Economical fulfillment doesn't matter as long as people know the definition of love and the value of the company they keep.
Wednesday, March 7, 2012
IELTS Writing task 2 Practice 2
Q: Shortage on housing causes severe social consequences. The government should act on this alone. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give your opinion.
Shelter is a basic need of people in any walks of life. Lack of necessary housing is caused by many factors in the economic balance in a country. On the other hand, the demand it creates causes the market to evolve to provide this necessity for the people.
As regards to this, the real estate industry has started to grow to make a profit out of this growing demand. I myself have worked in the real estate industry and I know the advantages in the business. Competition has been high and the standards set by this trend made quality results that meet the need of the public.
Furthermore, the assistance of the private sector to address the need of providing every family an abode of their own greatly alleviates the situation of the growing nation. Land developments have been progressive and roads are built without the need of government assistance. Rural areas have been developed into suburbs hence increasing the value of land as well as the quality of life of its inhabitants.
However, I strongly believe that despite the movement of private corporations, the government still plays a major factor in this development. The economy is a crucial factor as it sets the market value of the products sold to the clients. The government is responsible for the state of the nation, hence weak economy spells inflation causing the prices to go up.
Furthermore, in spite of the growth provided by the real estate companies, the consumers that they could only cater to are the ones who are rich and have enough income to pay for their dues. As a matter of fact, these corporation's favorite customers are the ones going abroad who are earning the needed amount to afford expensive payments leaving the poor, which comprises the majority of society, homeless and deprived of the basic human need.
Therefore, I conclude that to be able to cater to the needs of the people in all walks of society, the government should play a big role on the issue of habitation. If the economic growth is appropriate, it should also affect the living conditions of the general public.
Shelter is a basic need of people in any walks of life. Lack of necessary housing is caused by many factors in the economic balance in a country. On the other hand, the demand it creates causes the market to evolve to provide this necessity for the people.
As regards to this, the real estate industry has started to grow to make a profit out of this growing demand. I myself have worked in the real estate industry and I know the advantages in the business. Competition has been high and the standards set by this trend made quality results that meet the need of the public.
Furthermore, the assistance of the private sector to address the need of providing every family an abode of their own greatly alleviates the situation of the growing nation. Land developments have been progressive and roads are built without the need of government assistance. Rural areas have been developed into suburbs hence increasing the value of land as well as the quality of life of its inhabitants.
However, I strongly believe that despite the movement of private corporations, the government still plays a major factor in this development. The economy is a crucial factor as it sets the market value of the products sold to the clients. The government is responsible for the state of the nation, hence weak economy spells inflation causing the prices to go up.
Furthermore, in spite of the growth provided by the real estate companies, the consumers that they could only cater to are the ones who are rich and have enough income to pay for their dues. As a matter of fact, these corporation's favorite customers are the ones going abroad who are earning the needed amount to afford expensive payments leaving the poor, which comprises the majority of society, homeless and deprived of the basic human need.
Therefore, I conclude that to be able to cater to the needs of the people in all walks of society, the government should play a big role on the issue of habitation. If the economic growth is appropriate, it should also affect the living conditions of the general public.
IELTS Writing Task 2 practice 1
Q: Going overseas for university study is an exciting prospect for many people. But while it may offer some advantages, it is probably better to stay at home because of the difficulties a student inevitably encounters living and studying in a different culture. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement and give you opiion.
Education is an important aspect in all people. It is a fact that, second to physiological needs, knowledge is indeed what builds a person's worth. It is not a questionable fact that some people do go through necessary sacrifices to achieve a higher level of learning.
Hence some people, provided that that they have the necessary minimum resources, do push through with studying abroad despite of the sacrifices as well as trials that they have to face. As a matter of fact, most of my fellow examinees are applying for a student visas to study abroad no matter how hard it may seem to venture into unknown territory. This just simply shows that no matter what happens, as long as there is a goal ahead to achieve, there should always be a way.
However, I think that to achieve success does not necessarily mean a better education abroad. Education does not necessarily define a person's character. I have read in an article an exchange student who got a scholarship in a prestigious university in U.S. got derailed in his path towards a proper education. Having away from his family, he got into vices and and other bad elements that destroyed his hope for a bright future. It is unfortunate that his parent's sacrifices are forfeited because of his being exposed on a different culture.
Therefore I believe that study in abroad doesn't necessarily spell success in the long run. Building a person's character should stay side by side with education in order for them to be able to attain their goals in life and chances are, a family's guidance is needed.
Education is an important aspect in all people. It is a fact that, second to physiological needs, knowledge is indeed what builds a person's worth. It is not a questionable fact that some people do go through necessary sacrifices to achieve a higher level of learning.
Hence some people, provided that that they have the necessary minimum resources, do push through with studying abroad despite of the sacrifices as well as trials that they have to face. As a matter of fact, most of my fellow examinees are applying for a student visas to study abroad no matter how hard it may seem to venture into unknown territory. This just simply shows that no matter what happens, as long as there is a goal ahead to achieve, there should always be a way.
However, I think that to achieve success does not necessarily mean a better education abroad. Education does not necessarily define a person's character. I have read in an article an exchange student who got a scholarship in a prestigious university in U.S. got derailed in his path towards a proper education. Having away from his family, he got into vices and and other bad elements that destroyed his hope for a bright future. It is unfortunate that his parent's sacrifices are forfeited because of his being exposed on a different culture.
Therefore I believe that study in abroad doesn't necessarily spell success in the long run. Building a person's character should stay side by side with education in order for them to be able to attain their goals in life and chances are, a family's guidance is needed.
Monday, August 23, 2010
Hostage Crisis? No... Hostage Circus...
Pasensya na, gusto ko lang maglabas ng sama ng loob...
Ukol ito sa katatapos lamang na... ehem... hostage drama sa Quirino grandstand kanina lamang.
Hostage drama... Hindi ba Hostage comedy? Parang Diine Comedy ni Dante Alighieri...
One word.... NAKAKAHIYA
Bakit hindi nadaan sa negosasyon...
Bakit ang SWAT e napakabagal...
Bakit ang simpleng pinto e hindi mabuksan...
Bakit mahinang lubid ang ginamit para hilahin ang naka solid bolt na pinto ng bus.
Bakit hindi agad tinawag ang Fire dept, para gamitan ng mga heavy duty door openers.
Bakit kulang ang gamit ng SWAT wala ba silang C4 mang lang pambukas ng mga salamin, pinto, bintana ng bus
Bakit hindi sila humingi ng tulong sa AFP para sa heavy firearms para mabuksan ang bus.
Bakit kelangang i-tear gas ang hostage taker PATI ANG MGA HOSTAGE!
At bakit hirap na hirap pa silang i-shoot ito sa loob... Bekbekan ba ito sa basketbol? pag hindi na shoot, meron ka pang isang tira?
Bakit hindi organized ang diskarte ng "SWAT" o "Commando" units nila (quoting from yahoo news)
Tapos...
Nakatsamba ang sniper...
PERO BAKIT NI SIMPLENG CROWD CONTROL E HINDI NILA MAAYOS!
Nakakahiya... On national TV broadcasted nation wide, or in some cases, worldwide...
Nakakahiya...
Hostage Crisis? no... it is a Hostage Circus...
Hay Pilipinas... kung di lang kita mahal... Hindi ko masasabing proud akong Pinoy...
Ukol ito sa katatapos lamang na... ehem... hostage drama sa Quirino grandstand kanina lamang.
Hostage drama... Hindi ba Hostage comedy? Parang Diine Comedy ni Dante Alighieri...
One word.... NAKAKAHIYA
Bakit hindi nadaan sa negosasyon...
Bakit ang SWAT e napakabagal...
Bakit ang simpleng pinto e hindi mabuksan...
Bakit mahinang lubid ang ginamit para hilahin ang naka solid bolt na pinto ng bus.
Bakit hindi agad tinawag ang Fire dept, para gamitan ng mga heavy duty door openers.
Bakit kulang ang gamit ng SWAT wala ba silang C4 mang lang pambukas ng mga salamin, pinto, bintana ng bus
Bakit hindi sila humingi ng tulong sa AFP para sa heavy firearms para mabuksan ang bus.
Bakit kelangang i-tear gas ang hostage taker PATI ANG MGA HOSTAGE!
At bakit hirap na hirap pa silang i-shoot ito sa loob... Bekbekan ba ito sa basketbol? pag hindi na shoot, meron ka pang isang tira?
Bakit hindi organized ang diskarte ng "SWAT" o "Commando" units nila (quoting from yahoo news)
Tapos...
Nakatsamba ang sniper...
PERO BAKIT NI SIMPLENG CROWD CONTROL E HINDI NILA MAAYOS!
Nakakahiya... On national TV broadcasted nation wide, or in some cases, worldwide...
Nakakahiya...
Hostage Crisis? no... it is a Hostage Circus...
Hay Pilipinas... kung di lang kita mahal... Hindi ko masasabing proud akong Pinoy...
Monday, August 16, 2010
A letter to a fallen brother... RIP Brent "Shinchan" Dizon
Dude..
We'll always remember you... And hope you watch us from above... Give my regards to Francis M... Kayo talagang mabubuting tao... favorite kayo ni Lord...
Sunday, December 20, 2009
Mixed Feelings. Accident concerning my Dad
First off... May Dad is a very modest gentleman, no vices, always on good terms wiht our neighbors, an amiable personality... He is not a boastful person, a very humble man. Never have I heard that he boasted anything to his friends and relatives (well maybe for onceonly, when I tooked the 8th place on the board exam, hehehe). His basic hobby is reading books and newspapers, a trait I proudly inherited from him. He drives our Adventure (pampasada) from time to time whenever usually 4 times a week, as a living.
He was e well disciplined driver , one thing you'll find rare these days, a master of defensive driving, and his usual city driving pace in around 40 kph to 60kph for tops... rarely does he goes for 80 kph, usually only on the freeways. A cautious driver... slowly but surely...
This was all from his story upon arriving home after the incident. It was fresh from his memory and he was still wearing his scary face mode, upon telling it... And it was obvious he needed an outlet by just telling it to us... hehe!
Dec. 19, 2009... Now here's what happened, he was about to make a left to enter our subdivision (he was about to head home) at around 11 AM. The usual courtesy, slow down gradually, lights on for the signal lights to the left, and he was at the left lane. If I know my Dad, he could have been running at around 30-20 slowing down. (as in napakabagal nya magpatakbo, pramis, kahit ako di ko ma-take...).
Upon hitting the brake to a full stop, to wait for the opposite lane to let him make the left turn, there it was, BLAG! A rider hit him from behind. From what my Dad said it was a light bump since there was only minimal damage on the bumper... But still enough to take the rider down... The bike was still "For Registration."
My Dad stepped down checked him out and he was shouted by the rider, "Bakit bigla kang pumreno!" My Dad, knowing him, is already upset on the bump, and was more agitated by the rider's attitude.
"E G@GO ka pala e! Kakaliwa ako Talagang Mame-mreno ako."
Then, there was this ranting, this and that, until the rider told him, "Bwenas ka di ako pumapatol sa matanda."
And there it was, after those words, and exactly right after the removal of his helmet, gave him a right hook straight on the face... Probably after murmuring "Di ka pala pumapatol sa matanda a, etong sa yo!" (He really told us this!) LOLZ
I didn't ask for more details coz my dad still has his scary face on... hehe! But I know it was a strong right hook... My older brother can attest to that due to some past incident. After that hit, he may have been down on one or maybe followed by another... I didn't really dared to ask for more...
After that little melee, my Dad just left him there and entered the subdivision. The security guards were oblivious of the situation just beyond the subdivision gates. They were sulking inside their bunkers just waiting for the day to end...
Onlookers just probably watched and thought "Ang lakas ni tatang a..."
Oh.. I forgot, My Dad is already 62, the rider is around 24, as estimated by my Dad. My Dad is well around 5'6" to 5'8" moderately built, just a little bit fat (or mabe just sagging muscles due to old age). No vices, keeps a healthy diet, drinks tea not coffee... But no more black hair... all gray and curly hair.
Mixed feelings... Emotionally, fear, excitement and joy... Psychologically, my Dad hit a fellow rider... A fellow rider... maybe pasaway or a newbie... Can't really say... But it was unlucky for him to encounter my Dad.
After that brief story of him, I felt myself grow back to the age of 13 years old... thinking like... "Katakot pala si Daddy..." hehehe. Lasted only for a while, and then I returned to earth... hehehhe!
I could have posted it here right then and there... But then I was still mixed feelings. hehe! Now I just wanna share this... Not to advertise my superDad, bt to see What would you feel? hehehe!
But honestly, I' happy that my Dad's safe, and Proud that he can still kick @SS at the age of past 60. hehehe!
Wala kayo sa tatay ko... hehehehe!
He was e well disciplined driver , one thing you'll find rare these days, a master of defensive driving, and his usual city driving pace in around 40 kph to 60kph for tops... rarely does he goes for 80 kph, usually only on the freeways. A cautious driver... slowly but surely...
This was all from his story upon arriving home after the incident. It was fresh from his memory and he was still wearing his scary face mode, upon telling it... And it was obvious he needed an outlet by just telling it to us... hehe!
Dec. 19, 2009... Now here's what happened, he was about to make a left to enter our subdivision (he was about to head home) at around 11 AM. The usual courtesy, slow down gradually, lights on for the signal lights to the left, and he was at the left lane. If I know my Dad, he could have been running at around 30-20 slowing down. (as in napakabagal nya magpatakbo, pramis, kahit ako di ko ma-take...).
Upon hitting the brake to a full stop, to wait for the opposite lane to let him make the left turn, there it was, BLAG! A rider hit him from behind. From what my Dad said it was a light bump since there was only minimal damage on the bumper... But still enough to take the rider down... The bike was still "For Registration."
My Dad stepped down checked him out and he was shouted by the rider, "Bakit bigla kang pumreno!" My Dad, knowing him, is already upset on the bump, and was more agitated by the rider's attitude.
"E G@GO ka pala e! Kakaliwa ako Talagang Mame-mreno ako."
Then, there was this ranting, this and that, until the rider told him, "Bwenas ka di ako pumapatol sa matanda."
And there it was, after those words, and exactly right after the removal of his helmet, gave him a right hook straight on the face... Probably after murmuring "Di ka pala pumapatol sa matanda a, etong sa yo!" (He really told us this!) LOLZ
I didn't ask for more details coz my dad still has his scary face on... hehe! But I know it was a strong right hook... My older brother can attest to that due to some past incident. After that hit, he may have been down on one or maybe followed by another... I didn't really dared to ask for more...
After that little melee, my Dad just left him there and entered the subdivision. The security guards were oblivious of the situation just beyond the subdivision gates. They were sulking inside their bunkers just waiting for the day to end...
Onlookers just probably watched and thought "Ang lakas ni tatang a..."
Oh.. I forgot, My Dad is already 62, the rider is around 24, as estimated by my Dad. My Dad is well around 5'6" to 5'8" moderately built, just a little bit fat (or mabe just sagging muscles due to old age). No vices, keeps a healthy diet, drinks tea not coffee... But no more black hair... all gray and curly hair.
Mixed feelings... Emotionally, fear, excitement and joy... Psychologically, my Dad hit a fellow rider... A fellow rider... maybe pasaway or a newbie... Can't really say... But it was unlucky for him to encounter my Dad.
After that brief story of him, I felt myself grow back to the age of 13 years old... thinking like... "Katakot pala si Daddy..." hehehe. Lasted only for a while, and then I returned to earth... hehehhe!
I could have posted it here right then and there... But then I was still mixed feelings. hehe! Now I just wanna share this... Not to advertise my superDad, bt to see What would you feel? hehehe!
But honestly, I' happy that my Dad's safe, and Proud that he can still kick @SS at the age of past 60. hehehe!
Wala kayo sa tatay ko... hehehehe!
Wednesday, December 9, 2009
A littlebreak wouldn't hurt. heheh!
This particular site http://theoatmeal.com/ was shared to my by my buddy Allen, and well it's a fun site and definitely took away some of my stress. It has some quirky quizzes that I found interesting and I thought it might be a good idea to share some of my experience of it. hehhee!
A little break won't hurt, ayt?
The site offers lots of interesting topics... i suggest you try it... A little break wouldn't hurt.. hehe!
A little break won't hurt, ayt?
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