valedictory speech ng isang hindi naman valedictorian :D

Yesterday, I happily tossed my cap in the air as I say goodbye to college. It is one of the most memorable moments in my life so far, and I think one of the happiest for my parents. As I heard an elderly say, and I quote "Hindi naman iyon (graduation) accomplishment ng isang anak, accomplishment 'yun ng mga magulang." Of course, I have done my part in arriving to this most awaited event, but I agree that more than anyone else but God, it is my parents who deserve all the praise and accolade. Job well done Max and Bien! :D

There are so many people to thank and so many moments to cherish. In my blog where everything is about me, allow me to deliver the speech I would have made, if I was given the chance. Dream on, baby! :D


Four years ago, I was a scared little cat, crying her heart out because she was having difficulty finding her way through college. Four years later, I am still a scared little cat imagining all sorts of things waiting for her outside the confines of the university that sheltered and prepared her for this day.

It's amazing to think how fast time flies. Those four years taught me so much about myself, the world and the people in it. It has taught me to love, to care and to not care, to work hard, to play, to laugh, to smile, to enjoy, to dream, to relax, to cry, to be strong, to give up, to hold on, to make a stand, and to live, among so many other things. Whatever I have learned, good or bad, I am thankful.

To my parents and my sister, thank you for supporting me morally and financially. Thank you for giving me much love so I'll have enough to give to the world. Thank you for allowing me to make my own decisions and understanding me even when I am unreasonable.

To my uncles, aunts, titos, titas, cousins, lola, thank you for believing in me and in what I can do.

To my friends, thank you for making me see the funny side of everything in life.

To my professors, thank you for equipping me with lessons and values and for teaching me to work hard.

To my 4ECO, thank you for all the fun and smiles you brought into my life. Thank you for making me stronger and for making me see the world with hopeful eyes and a big smile.

To my God, Bro, thank you. Thank you for never leaving my side. :)

I have graduated without honors, but with friends. Together with my friends and classmates, I have created a lot of memories, and I know we're about to create some more. They say that the world we are about to face is sometimes harsh and cruel. It's okay to be scared little cats, but let's face the world like tigers.

To myself, you deserve a pat in the back. You did well. This time, do better! Good luck in grasping your dreams! :D

All good things come to an end. But no one says you can't start new ones again. :)

(picture grabbed from Doy's FB)