SPECIAL EDITION: VIRUS ERA

CHRIST THE KING COLLEGE DE MARANDING, INC. THE CROWN PUBLICATION

VIRUS ERA

A SPECIAL EDITION 2020-2021

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VISION

MISSION

THE CROWN ENVISIONS A GLOBAL SOCIETY WHERE

TO FOSTER THE IDEALS OF CRITICAL THINKING,

PEOPLE EMBRACE TECHNOLOGY FOR THE BENEFIT OF SOCIETY, ARE ETHICAL, COMMITTED TO

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT, ETHICAL PROFESSIONALISM, DIVERSITY IN A GLOBAL CONTEXT, AND TECHNOLOGY

UNITY IN DIVERSITY, AND ARE ACTIVELY INVOLVED IN THEIR LOCAL COMMUNITIES.

USED FOR THE COMMON GOOD WHILE PREPARING STUDENTS FOR THE SOCIETY OF THE FUTURE.

CORE VALUES -EMPOWER THE YOUTH -COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT -THINK AND REFLECT CRITICALLY -COMMUNICATE MORALLY AND PROFESSIONALLY -EMBRACE TECHNOLOGY -COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY AND INCLUSIVITY

THE CROWN The Official Student Publication of Christ the King College de Maranding, Inc.

Editor-In-Chief Senior Writers Junior Writer Literary Writer

Irene Rene R. Lonoy, MBA, LPT Clee P. Cañete Ethyl Joy M. Castro Mary Jeiel Arnaiz

News Writers Florencio M. Calabroso, Jr Jhovan M. Dapiton Novy Mae A. Villar Sports News Writers Elizabeth C. Bigornia Jhovan M. Dapiton Senior Layout Artists Mariano S. Manawan Jr. Photojournalist Jezzah M. Amodia Nathalie Gyle V. Calago

PREFACE

This book reminds us all that only God can stop education. The school, together with us, the students, find our own ways to pursue this time when COVID-19 reigns, but after all, this book was made. It represents the students' aesthetic of poetry, opinions, and creativity while adopting and using technology for good.

This is also a piece of evidence that we survived one of our society's darkest periods. This is a special edition because at this time we all only have ourselves and our families.

CKCM-The Crown

ABOUT THE COVER

All the establishments were forced to close, including the school, but that doesn’t mean that learning will also be closed, and the same goes for literary works and creativity.

This period brings with it a new set of opportunities to learn more about ourselves.

Although this book centers on the time of the pandemic, it gives us the vision to be closer to mother nature, which is our comfort at this time. The pictures in this book are not just for the art, but everything has a story to tell. We have earned the right to tell our story for ourselves, our school, and the community.

Florencio Calabroso

THE CROWN PRESIDENT

2020, the Virus Era – when Covid 19 struck, a sudden silence took the loud. This year’s school magazine cover exhibits significant elements in portraying its substantial context and flaunts it with simplicity and clarity. Unveiling the concept of the matter as it displays the nations’ emblem for survival against the unseen enemy.

Covid 19, the enemy that struck into people’s lives and wiped off the smiles of many.

Year 2020 when a dreadful virus dominated the world, a new era has arose – the Virus Era. The epoch that alters the normal aspects of life to the birth of new normal and new opportunities affiliated to the advanced innovative technology. This magazine cover visualize green to symbolise new beginnings and growth. It’s also associated to nature, health, and prosperity especially in terms of economic stability as we endeavour to overcome the Virus Era and adapting constantly to the changes effectuated by covid 19.

Novy Mae Villar

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ALL ABOUT MR. OC REACTIONS OF STUDENTS DURING ONLINE CLASS

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PANDEMIC CAN’T MAKE THE BEAUTY OF EDUCATION UGLY ARTICLE

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ALCOHOLIC HOPE MOTIVATIONS

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WALL OF APHRODITE PICTURES AND PORTRAITS

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POEMS OF POINTS LITERATURE

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SOCIETY STORIES LITERATURE

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KA-ALAM DID YOU KNOW?

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THE CROWN EDITORIAL BOARD A.Y. 2022-2023

CONTENTS

THE RISE OF THE UNSEEN ENEMY ESSAY

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The Rise of the Unseen Enemy Novy Mae Villar

Year 2020 was a catastrophe that annihilated the lives of many. A dreadful infectious disease struck Wuhan, a city in

The economic fallout due to COVID-19 caused significant hardship. Thousands of people lost their jobs, and employment

We are socially isolated and unable to do the things that we normally do; thus, we sense fear, anxiety, uncertainty, and

China, in early December 2019 and has rapidly spread across nations. It was identified by the World Health Organization

became a struggle. It put a strain on some businesses, which are unable to hold out with all the circumstances. The crisis has

danger, considering the COVID-19 disease, which has also caused increasing distress to children and adults.

as the Coronavirus Disease 2019 or COVID19 disease. The outbreak of COVID-19

taken a heavy toll on rural livelihoods. And underlying issues such as insufficient food

In addition, it is undeniably true that the COVID-19 era has far worsened social

changes every aspect of people’s lives, including what we call "normal". Moreover, as the saying goes, "Disaster comes when we least expect it", hits us really hard. It

supply, sanitation, health, and nutrition occur in a community, especially in disaster-prone communities. It was as if time was put on hold and all we could do

inequalities and discrimination against humanity. Some Health Care institutions would refuse to help ordinary people and would rather prioritize privileged

was on January 2020 when an invisible

best was to stay in the comfort of our

individuals. There are stigmas associated

enemy struck and aimed to make doom out of our lives. COVID-19 took a flight and entered our homeland, the Philippines.

The rise of the unseen enemy, COVID-19, led

homes. One of the preventive measures to lessen the escalation of the disease is through extended lockdowns, which have caused quite a commotion. People had

with the COVID-19 disease: the fear of being infected, a need to blame someone, the gossip that spreads rumors and myths, and a lack of knowledge on how the said

us to a pandemic that has brought about tremendous impacts economically, socially,

difficulties coping with all the COVID-19 restrictions, which caused repercussions to

disease spreads. However, the virus does not discriminate, and neither should we. We

and psychologically, as well as in the aspects of health and education.

people's psychological health, especially in terms of mental stability.

all have been disproportionally affected.

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distractions caused by some external factors or the environment itself. Both learners and educators bear difficulties with the sudden

worst’ year in the 21st century. The COVID-19 pandemic suddenly urges us to adapt to the ‘new normal’: mandatory wearing of face

mode transition in learning.

shields and face masks in public, social distancing, work-from-home settings, and new

On a positive note, people consider the COVID-19 era as the perfect time to take a break from work and build a genuine

blended learning. In the face of a global crisis, it was indeed a tragedy, but it also taught us many lessons to learn that can be

relationship with our loved ones. It’s the universe’s call to break away from all the

used to build a better society. As we are starting to restore health, economies, and

pressures. Given the bare necessities in life, people tend to focus only on making ends meet and are much more occupied with achieving

societies together, it is up to us to adapt to the changes caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and whether we respond to it positively or

their goals in life as if we’re in a race against time. Some people took the opportunity to

negatively. An important key to this crisis is to improvise, adapt, and overcome. After all, to

repent and reflect on themselves, whilst others found a therapeutic way to ease their anxiety through various hobbies.

live in the world is to adapt constantly.

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Perhaps it was COVID-19 that made us realize that we should care for our environment. The rise of plant enthusiasts, or shall we say "plantitas" and "plantitos" became a sensation in the COVID-19 era. Moreover, due to the threat of COVID-19, people have become more health conscious and even exert effort for a healthy living. Being hygienic is no longer just a good habit, but the very skill needed for survival.

SOCIAL DISTANCING

In the aspect of education, students have also been utterly affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Face-to-face classes are disrupted, which results in the transition to online classes and modular learning. Online classes aren’t the ideal type of learning for many students, particularly those who don’t have the means to provide the equipment needed. Students experienced learning errors due to a lack of equipment to participate in courses, being unable to access online materials from home, an unstable Internet connection, and the

REACTIONS

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All about Mr. OC Ethyl Joy Castro Online lessons are useful in pandemic conditions because we may study without interruption. It is also convenient and adaptable. Online education taught me how to be selfsufficient, manage my family time. But it's also stressful when my internet connection is poor and I can't attend because of it. My understanding is also lacking as a result of the online class.

-Regine Sumalpong

I appreciate teachers trying their best to make everything work during online class. I feel that online learning is nothing compared to physical learning.

-Rothcel Hatico

My experience about online class, is I can't easily understand the lesson due to some Internet problem's that can affect my academics.

-Jude Botnande

I've had a good experience as a student learning online. I sometimes feel like a slacker for not wanting to do my assignments. I still complete the tasks, although occasionally I submit them after the due date. It seems as though I'll complete the homework whenever I feel like it. I can claim that there is a cause for this, and that cause is the location of

Every coin has two sides. Like traditional class via meeting in person, online studies are ultimately what you make of it. The practice requires us to focus more, in my opinion, in comparison to meeting in person due to the distracting nature of family, ability to tab-out and access to disabling the mic/camera. Online class has potential to save time and energy, 2 of the most important aspects of our lives that technological progression is all about. Even with online schooling, I think it’s crucial for schools to still be open for traditional afterschool extracurricular activities and even tutoring. However, I don’t think it can succeed effectively in a mainstream, widespread setting without government intervention in providing discounted internet programs for lower income households and a stable powergrid/Internet service provider.

-Edjanah Mae Rosales

my study space. My home is not a place where I can learn. In a classroom, I can concentrate better and become more interested in the material. In school, I feel ready to study and get my brain going. at home, I feel like it's very difficult to be ready because I'm constantly getting sidetracked. My professors and peers are always willing to help me out. At home, I have to wait for a response to a query. I must admit that I always get anxious in class when I'm in school. I'm not anxious now that I'm learning at home. My current online learning experience has led me to conclude that I would not prefer to pursue additional online education in the future because a classroom serves as a learning environment in a school. Also, I think it's simpler to get in touch with my classmates and project groups, professors, guidance counselors, and the principal. For me, attending school is best.

My experience sa online class kay naa juy good and bad kay ang good maka multi task ko pwede ko makatabang tabang sa balay pero ang bad dili ko kafocus kay naa pinakalit na nasugo diri and didto.

-Castro,E

-Christian Dave Sularte

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Dili ko ganahan mo sulod kay wala koy ma learn kaayo. Mas better gyud kung face to face.

Daghan interruption sa balay dili ko maka focus og paminaw sa klase.

Maglisod kog paminaw sa klase kay hinay ang signal, especially if dili maayo ang weather.

Nindot ang online class kay maka multitask ko. Maka kdrama ko while ga klase.

-Unknown

Sa una kay excited ka pero kadugayan kay kapoy na maminaw kay naa raka sa balay gahigda while naminaw

My time management can be a little wrong when I'm taking classes online, and it can be a little stressful when teachers give out work right before other tasks are due. I prefer to spread out the due dates for the tasks throughout the span of the week. My study process can occasionally be interrupted by technological issues. Also, since everything is online, getting in touch with teachers can be difficult. Overall, communication is slow, and it might be challenging to get in line with teachers and request assistance. Even when I need assistance with a particular assignment, learning and processing information through a screen can be challenging. Except from that, I respect teachers for doing their best to make the online class work because of the pandemic.

-Anonymous

Laay dili kay ko ganahan sa mode of learning kay sigeg linkod ug mabuang ta sa online kay wata maanad sa mode of learning nausab sab atong routine di nata ganahan maglakaw lakaw kay sig nalang tag pundo sa balay. Mas lisod sa sa online class kaysa sa face to face.

-V

Goods lang siya pero everytime naay discussions

-George Neil Philip B. Recto Natulog rako permi, muattend ko

Bitaww nice man ang mag online kaso, lahi ra jud basta face to face, kay naa kay interaction sa imong nga classmates, tas katung online pa kay murag maulaw paka sa imong mga classmate kay wala ka kaila nila.

-Cecil Grace Tan

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For me, dili kaayu effective kay dili maactual ug himo ug dili matarong sa teachers ug tudlo kay labaw na sa laboratory sa crim, Lisod jud kaayu siya.

-JAY

pero matulog kay dili jud effective ang online class -SHEM

Okay ra siya kay kung maglisod ka kay pwede raka maka search sa google pero ug naa ka idea maistorya ra nimo pero dijud siya effective.

-SANDOT, KIER

naay distraction labaw na sa mga silingan ug kilid sab mi sa highway tas goods rasab siya kay kapangopya ko -MALUGAO, JASON

Dijud siya effective labaw na nga daghan jud ug distructions nya di pajud makasabot sa discussions kay usahay hinay ang internet usahay.

-RA

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PANDEMIC CAN’T MAKE THE BEAUTY OF EDUCATION UGLY Irene Rene R. Lonoy The pandemic that the world is currently battling with has affected almost everything today. It rattled the government not just on the concern of the public health but on the economic aspect as well, as this would affect many lives. The livelihood of the people has made a quick sudden change to adapt with the shift of flavor of time. Along with these, the education aspect also is most affected. So many questions and so many doubts arose with the decision of pursuing classes through online. With this change, the rise of technology has been intensely utilized. Let me share my experiences during my online class with my handled course, Risk Management.

Before the class started, I have to prepare first all the materials to be used in my class; course guide and course modules. Gratefully, the initiative of the Commission on Higher Education to host a webinar on making course guides and modules is of great help.

However, the hardest part upon making all these is how to make the activities for the class very interactive and at the same time helpful and informative even without my physical supervision.

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We end up agreeing to the following: (1) giving of module will take place every Monday for advance reading, (2) modules, assignments, activities and other requirements will be uploaded in Edmodo and to be submitted every Friday, (3) discussion through video conference via zoom will happen once a week, preferably every Wednesday, (4) attendance will be checked daily through messenger, and (5) clarifications and feedbacks will be openly accepted through call or messenger.

Everything was set and it was During this first batch of the semester, I handled one course, Risk Management, taken by a student as a tutorial. We have six weeks for this batch. Luckily, the student has available resources for the online class. On the first day of the class, we made it through a video conference via zoom for the orientation regarding grading system, submission of activities and requirements, and discipline and sanctions. I also asked the student for any suggestions and recommendations for the methods that we are going to use towards the end of the class for the convenience of us both.

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implemented well since I only have one student. However, barriers of communication were never absent. Such as poor internet connection (sometimes), blackouts and technical troubles.

Nevertheless, we have to pursue learning and overcome these hindrances.

The current pandemic should never be used as an excuse to stop the beauty of education. Hence, we (educators) have to remain steadfast and responsible amidst the present situation. We are one in this mission in transforming the lives of our students through education and in radiating Christ’s values. Together, we learn as one.

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I know that everyone right now is experiencing struggles not just financially, emotionally , Spiritually and maybe mentally because of the pandemic brought by COVID-19 and maybe this is just a challenge for us to look for the brighter side, to look for the possibilities for us to move forward, to develop and to know our selves during this trying times. As a teacher I am also struggling and I understand that you students also are also struggling this time and my only advice is that to hold on the light and to not lose hope of the challenges and always trust the process and trust God in everything because their after the rain

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Alcoholic Continue, why because kay ang learnings man gud di na siya mag stop. As long as their is air circulating their still learning and pandemic siguro di maka stop sa students sa learners na mo grow , continue learning . Accept the fact that their is what we called new normal in terms of teaching and learning methods.

We need to adopt because their is no constant in this world man and everything will change -Karl John Colanggo, LPT College Instructor

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Elizabeth Bigornia

-Vince Jayson Villorijo, MAEd College Instructor

All of us were not prepared for the coming of the covid-19 pandemic in our lives. All of us were affected especially our economy and education. Because of the pandemic, the educational system transform from the traditional mode of delivery to online learning or modular learning mode of delivery. Through this, many students struggle in their studies, especially with finances.

To all the students who are struggling in online or modular classes never quit learning despite the situation that you've encountered from money matters to the internet connection. I know you're experiencing a lot of difficulties and I know that you strive hard in your studies. Believe in yourself and that you can do everything to attain your life goals.

Never stop learning, never stop dreaming, and never stop believing that you can do everything whatever you want. After all the sacrifices that you invested in your life, you will be a successful one.

LABAN LANG you can do it. Good luck and God Bless.

-Andyboyed Sumile College Instructor

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difficulties.

Although it may be tough to see the light in the midst of the dark, I advise students to

are planting too, but of course you cannot achieve that only hard hard but of course their will be a faith. A faith has been

never lose hope and to stay optimistic. It is when we start to lose hope that we begin to

integrated so you will become successful .

Maybe someday or somehow or become one of the mentors of the students that keep them motivated specially continuing or pursuing their students to reach their ambitions and goals in life -Katrina Bautista, LPT College Instructor

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struggle mentally. Do your best at all times and be kind. One day, we'll reminisce on this time and be amazed by how we managed to get through it.

-Mary Ruth Bergado, MM-EM Part-time College Instructor

Elizabeth Bigornia

imparting or integrating the hard work it means that you can harvest the ripe or the good fruits coming from the plants the you

hope

The best way to predict your future is to show your hard work, so you cannot predict your future just only predicting itself, but of course you can predict your future by

I believe that learning is a lifelong process, and that nothing—not even the abrupt switch from traditional classroom instruction to online classes prevent someone from learning. As a teacher and a student at the same time in the midst of a pandemic, I have to say that there isn't much to be concerned about as long as we are all persistent and committed to carrying out our duties as teachers and pursuing our aspirations as students. All of these issues can be solved by choosing a positive outlook over all of the

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My motivational message about in the year 2020 since it was pandemic time, that the students are of course unavailable to come in the school but of course with the help of different types of modalities . First we have the online learning modalities, the blended learning modalities, the modular learning modalities. In which that this students are still continuing their learning and of course they also continue to reach their dreams and ambitions in life that they want to become.

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Amidst pandemic , so e advice nako sa mga studyante na mo padayun gihapun sila sa ilang life dayun, sa struggle na ilang na sinati nga mo padayun sila og strive hard and to think for the brighter future and always look for the positive side of life . Nga bisan paman sa challenges sa new normal class naa ra gihapun ilang consistency in learning -Cristine A. Burgos Elementary teacher

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those

students

who

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modular/online class, acceptance of the new normal Education System is the best that you can do. You have the goal to finish in education.

Patience and perseverance is the best that you can do despite the financial problem, health risk, lost connection but you continue to adopt this kind of Education System. Do not make this situation be the hindrance of your life but think of your goal to finish your education, because this is the best treasure that no one can take it to you.

-Sr. Desie Jumalon, MSOLTC

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POEMS

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"SOMEONE'S SPECIAL"

"HANGGANG SULYAP LANG SAYO"

-Quincy Lou Alfeche

-Febelyn Jenoctan

His dark skin, and dazzling smiles He caught my heart, even at miles

Ikaw! Ikaw ang Taong nagpapasaya Sa tuwing nakikita kita Tila ba ako'y napasaya Isang tingin mo lang napangiti na Araw-araw hinahap-hanap ka

All of the happiness that makes us feel terrible all of those where I have to fight for us

His eyes are like morning delight His beauty twinkles like stars in the night

Now thinking of all of those days

I am a role model while you are a soldier

Baliw na baliw sayo.

Sobrang swerte ko kasi nakausap ka

Captivate my heart and lock me up

Pero nakaraan ang ilang araw Kakaiba ata itong nadarama tila ba ang aking nakikita.

Pero bakit parang ang sakit

Save my criminology as your Educ need you this time.

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Make me regret that I even know you.

You take advantage of all my love, Trust, and kindness.

You even give me pain, The pain that has hunted me until now Why do I have to carry all of those?

I always ask myself, "Am I enough?"

Did I make you feel bad?

A lot of questions came to my mind.

But I ended up locking myself in my room.

I was crying and wondering why I had to go through all of this.

Ang sakit na nakikita kang masaya sa kanya Ngunit hanggang dito lang ata ako Hanggang tagapaghanga lang sayo.

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-BJCSTR Thinking about all of those days makes me feel wonderful.

Loving you far away, seems lie But seeing you everyday, satisfy

I’ll admire you to the moon and back No one can separate us apart

Na para bang kape sa umaga Ewan ko ba! baliw na ata ako

"THE PAST"

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"FORGIVENESS"

"SAFE PLACE"

"THIS IS ME"

-Jhovan M. Dapiton

-BJCSTR

-Messy Rose Largo

Forgiveness is a gift we give, To ourselves and to others we live.

It's the key that unlocks our hearts, And allows us to make a fresh start.

To forgive is not to forget, But to release the anger and regret.

It’s a choice to let go of the pain, And to move forward without disdain.

Forgiveness is a healing balm, That brings peace and helps us stay calm.

Life is not what we expect it is.

We live a place that is messy We carry out a lot of problems We’ve been in a collision we never imagine Still anyone of us managed to keep our peace Where we choose to have fun and let it slide We make new environment For us to make live happily

I close my eyes, Plug in my headphones Turn up the music, And try to hold on.

I try not to drift, I try not to feel the moment, And it hurts like hell, I can feel the crashing loneliness that I put myself in.

The suffocating painful and sadness, Weighing me down like a rock.

It’s a bridge that mends broken ties, And allows us to see through new eyes.

Sorrow, depressed and miserable hearts

I cannot bear it, I let go and drift off.

It takes strength to forgive and let go, But the rewards are worth it, don’t you know?

Make our life messy, like heaviest rain We may experience it We need not to live by it.

Into a vague world of sadness, And complete solitude, Now I know why,

For forgiveness is a powerful thing, That can mend even the deepest sting.

So let us choose to forgive each day, And let go of grudges that weigh us down like clay.

I am the way I am.

Let’s find our safe place When we find it let it be your reason Reason to continue And be happy single of our life

For with forgiveness comes a brighter tomorrow And a heart that is free from all sorrow.

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"OVER YOU" -Maybe An

It only took two hundred and forty days Seven hours Twenty – six minutes And eighteen seconds

I can’t recall Exactly what you said that day What I said in respond How long it took me to trust you

But I can finally say it:

It took two hundred and forty days

I’m over you

Seven hours Twenty- six minutes And eighteen seconds To wipe you from my memory

I no longer think about, The way your hips move when you walk The way your lips move when you talk The way you always held my hands,

Today

I have completely forgotten about, Texts in the middle of the night, saying You LOVE me, MISS me

Or tomorrow Or two hundred and forty days Seven hours Twenty- six minutes

Inside jokes no one else think, are funny Songs that made you want to pull your car over,

And eighteen seconds from now, I’m sure it would all come back to me.

And kiss me immediately I can’t remember, How your voice sounds How your skin feels How your car smells

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But if you said you wanted me again,

So you could feel me.

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"LOOKING FOR YOU"

"LOVE YOURSELF"

-BJCSTR

-Jomarie Balogo

It’s been a while since we were together.

I still want to see your smile every day.

The corny jokes make me want to punch you in the face, Funny dancing when we were alone together

When I was young, I got bullied I quit school and felt afraid to socialize with other people, But I became brave, Thanks to someone who encouraged and uplifted my confidence.

I still want to look you in the eyes after months and days.

And dreaming of the future with me looking for you every day.

Even a glimpse of you makes my day.

As time passed by, A realization hit me, that I should be proud of myself And discouraged what other people think, They've become my strength and inspiration.

I even asked for your jacket.

I embraced myself and my

To make me feel at ease and secure I even want you to hold me to feel love.

And wanting your hugs makes me

imperfections, I learned to love myself before others, One step at a time,

feel at peace.

I became the best version of myself.

"ALAALA NALANG ANG LAHAT" -Jocelyn Romande

Hawakan mo ang aking mga kamay At tayo ay maglalakbay Bubuo tayo ng mga alaala Na tayong dalawa Ang magkasama Ngunit merong bigla saking nagpapaalala Iniwan mo na pala akong sintang nag-iisa At ngayon ay lubos pang umaasa Na ika'y magbabalik sa akin sinta Pero mali ako dahil masaya kana, Masaya kana sa piling ng iba.

Missing you is hard.

I feel like there’s a huge wall drop.

That makes me look for you every day, I feel like I’m addicted to you.

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"KAIBIGAN"

"FRIENDSHIP"

-CJCS

-Jhovan M. Dapiton

Maraming mukha Iisang salita Kapamilya man o kakilala Sila ang ating madalas kasama

Friendship is a bond that we share, A connection that’s beyond compare, It’s relationship built on trust, That survives the highs and lows of life’s bust.

Sila ang ating naging sandigan Sa kaginhawaan man o pangangailangan Sa mga problema ay karamay Laging naka-agapay, hawak ang kamay

Friends are there through thick and thin, Through laughter, tears, and every spin, They lift us up when we’re feeling low, And celebrate with us when we glow.

Marami ng pagsubok and ating nalagpasan Magkasamang nilakbay ang daan tungo sa kaginhawaan Karanasang di malilimutan

Friendship is a source of joy, That brightens up even the darkest of ploys, It’s a warm embrace on a cold night,

Dala-dala magpahanggang libingan

A comforting presence in our life’s fight.

Di ka malilimutan kailanman Pagmamahal sa iyo'y magpawalang-hanggan Kaya't laging itanim sa iyong isipan Sa puso at buhay ko'y di ka mapapalita

Friends come in all shapes and sizes, Different backgrounds and surprising guises, But what matters most is what’s within, A heart that cares and loves to win.

Sa tulang ito nais ipahiwatig Nawa'y marinig yaring tinig Sayo'y naranasan, tunay na pag-ibig Napapangiti sa munti mong titig

So cherish your friends, both old and new, For they are the ones who’ll see you through, The good times, the bad times, and everything in between, For in friendship, we find a love that’s serene.

Kadugo man o hindi Ngiti kailanma'y di mapapawi Pighati ay malilimutan 'Pag ika'y kasama oh akong KAIBIGAN.

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"SELF"

-Jhovan M. Dapiton

Within ourselves, there lies a treasure,

We are the masters of our fate,

For within ourselves, we hold the key,

A unique essence that is our measure, A soul that's brimming with potential, That can achieve what's thought impossible.

The creators of our own soul's mate, Our thoughts, beliefs, and actions mold, The person we are, both new and old.

To the future that we want to see, So embrace your self, in all its glory, And let it shine, like a radiant story.

Our self is not just what we see,

So take a moment to look inside,

But a vast expanse of possibility, A canvas for us to paint and create, A story that only we can narrate.

To the depths of your soul, where you reside, Discover the power that you possess, And let it out, let yourself impress.

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THE CROWN

A SPECIAL EDITION

"OUT FAILURE"

"FAILURE"

-Jhovan M. Dapiton

-Bernalyn Cabasis

Failure is not the end of the road, Nor a sign that we should unload, It’s a lesson that we can learn, A path that can lead us to discern.

Success is a sweet fruit, if you knew But failure waters it to make it grow Sweet as sugar from the sugarcane Help you forget the failures you have been

It’s not something to be ashamed of, But a chance to grow and to rise above, To try again and to so better, To become a fighter, a go-getter.

A perfect twin, inseparable and close You may win and sometimes you loss A failure is never a reason to quit Success is just a few step from it

For failure is not a final verdict, But a moment to be introspect, To re- evaluate, to recalibrate, And to find a new way to navigate.

Failure is not the ending of your journey It is just the start of your comeback story If you want to stay up, do kept your pluck Only fools believe that success comes from luck

It takes courage to face our failures, To acknowledge the mistakes we’ve incurred, But in doing so, we gain insight, And a wisdom that’s borne of might.

Your first attempt may not be successful But, it doesn't mean you cannot try one more Failure gives you opportunity to begin again It sets stage for you to succeed in the end

For it’s through failure that we find success, And a life that’s full of happiness, So embrace the journey, both good and bad, For it’s through failure that we can be glad.

It is not your undertaker, but a teacher You must fight again, stronger and wiser Believe you can, and you're halfway there Just keep the perseverance and faith, My dear

"PROBLEMA" -Mylynne Fuentabella Ako lang ba?

Gusto ko sabihin ang aking nadama

Yung laging nakakaramdam ng lungkot Ako lang ba?

Ipinipilit na sumaya kahit hindi na.

Ngunit napupunta nalang sa salitang basta, Ang buhay ko’y puno na yata ng dilim Kaya ba pati sa paliwanag may mga problemang palihim.

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A SPECIAL EDITION

"PAALAM" -CJCS

Freshmen nung tayo'y nagkakilala Sa katauhan mo ako'y napahanga Kabaitan, katalinohan, yumi at kariktan

Kailan man ay di ka mapapantayan Oh mahal naming kaibigan Sa puso't-isip namin ay lagi kang laman

Kahit kailan ay di mapapantayan Pero masasabi kong sa pagkakaibigan ay maaasahan ka

Pagsasamahang kailan man, sa aming isip ay maiiwan

Isang kaibigang tunay na masasandalan Ano mang oras pwedeng tawagin ang 'yong

Lahat ay nangyari na at wala kaming magagawa

pangalan

Lahat kami ay nahihirapan Ngunit kailangan naming magpakatatag at lumaban Pangako di ka namin malilimutan

Minsan lang tayo noon magkasama Pero kung sa grupo ay nandyan ka Lahat kami ay iyong mapapatawa Nag-iisa at walang makakagaya Isang umaga ay aking nabalitaan Isang pangyayaring nagpalubog sa mundo ng

Sa mga panalangin ay kasama ka Nawa'y masaya ka kasama ang Diyos ama Ngiti at tinig mo ay di kalilimutan Paalam aming kaibigan

karamihan Hindi ko tanggap dahil mahirap paniwalaan Lahat kami ay lutang at luhaan

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SOCIETY STORY

THE CROWN

IMAGE EDCTV STUDIO

A SPECIAL EDITION

"AGAINST ALL ODDS: HOW ONE FAMILY SURVIVED COVID-19 AND A DEVASTATING FLOOD" Jhovan M. Dapiton Days passed, and Ronaldo's condition

Days turned into weeks, and Ronaldo's

children Jean and Ivan, were just like any other family, going about their daily lives without any idea of the tragedy that would

Gloryne and Ronaldo, along with their

continued to worsen. He developed a fever, cough, and difficulty breathing, among other symptoms. It got to the point where

condition continued to fluctuate. At times, he would show signs of improvement, but then he would suddenly deteriorate. The

soon befall them. The year 2020 had been tough for everyone, with the COVID-19

he had to be hospitalized, and the doctors had to put him on a ventilator. His lungs

family was devastated, and they didn't know what to do anymore. They felt helpless, and

pandemic spreading rapidly all over the world. They had heard about it on the news, but they never expected that it would hit so close to home.

were severely affected, and he had to undergo various treatments, including blood transfusions and steroid injections.

all they could do was wait and hope for the best.

But then a glimmer of hope appeared. A

It was September of that year when

Meanwhile, Jean, Ivan, and Gloryne had also contracted the virus. They were

local nurse from the province of Lanao del Norte volunteered for a barangay health

Ronaldo, who worked as a delivery boy at a local mini-bakery, became infected with the virus. He came home feeling sick and weak, but they initially thought it was just a flu.

quarantined at home, but they were all worried sick about Ronaldo's condition.

They prayed every day for his recovery, hoping that he would pull through and be

mobile check-up, and she was able to provide the right health treatment to Ronaldo. She monitored his condition closely, and with the help of the doctors

Little did they know that it was the virus that had already started wreaking havoc in

with them again.

and nurses at the hospital, he slowly started to recover.

his body.

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It was a long and arduous process, but eventually, Ronaldo was able to come home. He was weak and frail, but he was alive. The family was overjoyed to have him back, and they made sure to take care of him as much as they could. However, their challenges didn't end there.

Last December of 2022, a low-pressure weather system caused severe flooding in their area. The floodwaters reached the roof of their house, and they lost everything they had. The family was devastated, but they knew that they had to stay strong for each other.

They stayed in a makeshift shelter for weeks, waiting for the floodwaters to subside. They had nothing but clothes on their backs, but they still managed to smile and find joy in the little things. They knew that they were lucky to be alive, and they were grateful for each other's presence.

It was a long and difficult journey, but the family remained resilient. They had faced one of the toughest challenges of their lives, but they had come out of it stronger than ever. They knew that they had each other, and that was all that mattered. Life does not throw you cupcakes from which you can build a tower of cupcakes; rather, life throws you lemons; it is difficult, bitter, and sour. It will undoubtedly leave you with bruises, but beyond that, make lemonade, view life from a fresh angle, and look for the silver lining in spite of negative life events.

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THE CROWN

A SPECIAL EDITION

LOVE FROM A "FOUR FEET" Florencio Calabroso, Jr.

Teenagers these days are trying so hard to find other partners who are faithful and honest.

Reasonably, living in this generation is somewhat complicated when it comes to love.

But what if true love is not all about human

When COVID-19 appears and all schools are not advised at that time to do face-to-face classes, Tata, like other students, takes classes online. This is the time when Tata develops a closer relationship with his father’s dog, Snowy. Snowy is a white Askal breed dog that Mang Joe adopted 1 month ago, before the lockdown happened. Every afternoon, Snowy will accompany Tata in planting vegetables in the backyard.

relationships but true love from a "four feet"?

Snowy is also always present when Tata helps his father

Mang Joe is a 61-year-old man who lived with his 23-year-old son named Tata. His

with carpentry work at the barangay hall, where he plays with other dogs and sometimes gets involved in

wife died of breast cancer four years ago, before 2020. Just around the town of Baroy, Mang Joe’s job is unstable. As long as his body can do the job, he will grab it, but to make sure he has something to put on the table, Mang Joe is one of the carpenters in

fights with other stray dogs.

Moreover, Snowy would just lie on

Baroy. Sometimes, he is a plumber, a vendor, or even a driver. Because of this, Mang Joe decided for Tata to only complete senior high school, hoping to get a job immediately even without pursuing college.

Mang Joe knows that Tata will immediately

becomes his shadow.

go to his aunt in Cebu to find a job, as his son really wants to work to help his papa.

and playing basketball alone in their backyard together with Snowy.

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the bench, sleeping, if no other dogs were nearby. This thing became a habit for Tata; everywhere he goes, Snowy

Even until Tata graduated from senior high school, the human-dog relationship blossomed more. Tata spent half of his summer doing household chores, planting,

Mang Joe was also happy to see his son taking care of the dog and to see that Tata really loved this dog, just as Snowy loves Tata.

One day, Tata’s aunt calls Mang Joe to let his son know that there is a job available in their place there in Cebu. It is good news for both, for at this time Mang Joe’s salary was really not enough and job opportunities in Baroy have been silenced because of COVID-19.

Tata obviously said yes, and his aunt immediately sent money to comply with the requirements, buy tickets, and take the tests just to ship out from Lanao and enter Cebu without issue. Then, a day before Tata went to Cebu, he had done all his habits together with Snowy, including shoveling, cleaning, planting, and playing basketball in the backyard. That night, Mang Joe kept telling Tata to go to sleep early, for tomorrow was his trip, but Mang Joe only saw his son patting Snowy and repeatedly saying, "Mubalik rako ha?

Bantayi si Papa."

Tata travels to Cebu around 4 AM on

One evening, Mang Joe received a

Tuesday, and upon leaving the house, Snowy chases the sidecar, barking, and stops at the main road. The dog stays until the

call from Cebu, and Tata was one of the immunocompromised in COVID-19. Mang Joe was really

sidecar is not visible in his eyes anymore and goes back to Mang Joe’s house to

worried, but he couldn’t do anything because he was too

sleep.

Mang Joe got a side job as a carpenter that

far away. Just a few days ago, Tata passed away because of the virus, and all he could do

same day, leaving the dog alone in their house. Every time he comes home, Snowy wags his tail and

was hug Snowy and cry. He wants to go to Cebu, but Tata’s aunt just advised Mang Joe to

barks so loudly that in Mang Joe’s mind, maybe this dog is just hungry. Until many more days passed, Snowy became dramatically elated. The dog wags his tail so much and barks so loudly that he runs away and goes to the street. Snowy will chase any sidecar that will pass by their house and stop at the main road. Because of these actions, Mang Joe always chases Snowy, as he is worried for the dog's safety.

Sometimes, Mang Joe will catch Snowy on the court, and sometimes in the backyard.

come in the next month to avoid any complications with the papers.

Despite this pain, Mang Joe still continued to work. After work, as Mang Joe comes home, Aling Bernadette, a store owner not so far from the house of

There are many stories about the

the old man, comes with a sad, rattled, and worried face and says, "Joe! Ang imung iro naligsan! Patay!" He looked at

incredible love between a dog and a man, and this is one of them. How ashamed are we humans that a dog

the lower part of the gate only to see the used tarpaulin being torn up.

can be faithful and patient, and we can’t? We are all finding true love, but how can we find it if we ourselves are not true to others? If you truly love someone, you are willing to sacrifice anything, even if it costs you your time in waiting and your life to perish. This is love, a love from a "four feet".

From then on, Mang Joe covers the lower part of the gate with some used tarpaulins just to manipulate Snowy into not going out on the street. Mang Joe realized that Snowy missed Tata.

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THE LESSON A MAN SHOULD LEARN Clee Cañete Chris, a story of a man and his ill-fated relationship with his mother—a man who was once an ace but lost track along the way.

Chris was a gentle and loving child; he was raised by his grandmother with unconditional love and was sheltered for his own good. His mother, who was always away, did not have the chance to

His family was always proud of how he overcame things so quickly, until one day, something happened to him. A once happy and gentle Chris disappeared, little by little. Chris became aggressive and angry at all times, and no one could get a hold of him. He was always away without her mom's permission and would be home at dawn. The good things that were instilled in his mind were clouded

She frequently cried and asked herself, "what went wrong for him to go that far?" The incident added fuel to their previous relationship, which got her to decide to cut off ties and drove her to unlove her child. This was the most painful thing she did in her life, and she knows that it was not easy for her. It was not a typical day; it was hot yet cold, not because it was raining or

take care of him, and that made him stay under his grandmother's roof. Many years passed, and Chris grew into a man of wisdom just like anybody else, and it was time for him to set foot outside his

by uncanny ideation. Money given to him was thrown into his desires. Drugs and lewd scenes were involved as they pacify his need. Chris kept it as a secret. Everything good about him had

snowing but because of the atmosphere that lingered within the four corners of a room called home.

shell, making him stay under his mother's

vanished into thin air.

himself reflecting on all of his mistakes.

roof for the first time. Making friends and socializing with people was not hard for Chris to overcome, for he was once taught that interacting with people helped someone's growth. Of

However, everything that is kept hidden will eventually come to light. Chris's mother perhaps knew about it. She was mad, which made her force Chris to run

He thought that he could fix what was broken and save himself from drowning in chaos. He was heartbroken and torn to pieces, and he suffered the consequences of his action. He looked

away from home, but it did not end there. Chris went rebellious as time went on—lewd after lewd, drugs after drugs. He fell into addiction. He changed for good.

back on his past and reminisced about how good his life was back then. He looked up at the sky and closed his eyes as tears fell from his eyes, savoring his last breath.

course, he made friends—a lot of them, to be exact. When you happen to walk

by Chris, he tends to smile at you, the typical Chris you could ever imagine.

As a sheltered child, Chris was always curious. Out of curiosity, he risked everything he learned. He learned a lot from riding a motorcycle and driving cars.

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Moreover, Chris's mother was devastated and blamed herself for what happened to her son.

Chris was left dumbfounded and found

FACTS

THE CROWN

A SPECIAL EDITION

KA-ALAM Mary Jeiel Arnaiz

Did you know that the unicorn is the national animal of Scotland?

Did you know that rubber bands last longer when refrigerated?

Did you know that the cigarette lighter was invented before the match?

Did you know that the letter Q is not featured in any of the 50 states?

Did you know that it took the creator of the Rubik’s Cube one month to solve the cube after he created it?

Did you know that if you Did you know that like

sneeze too hard, you could fracture a rib?

fingerprints, everyone’s tongue print is different?

Did you know? The “Bluetooth” technology was named after a 10thcentury king, King Harald

Did you know that Cats have more than 100 vocal cords?

Bluetooth. He united Denmark and Norway, just like the technology

Did you know that a dog was once elected as a mayor? In 2012, the town of Idyllwild, California, elected a Golden Retriever named Max (Maximus Mighty-Dog Mueller II) as mayor and he became the top elected official for 4 years.

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Did you know that Sunsets on Mars are blue?

united computers and cell phones.

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Did you know that a shrimps’ heart is in its head?

Did you know that the only letter that doesn’t appear on the periodic table is J?

Did you know that wearing headphones for just an hour could increase the bacteria in your ear by 700 times?

Did you know that some Pigs get sunburned?

Did you know that the Hawaiian alphabet only has 12 letters?

Did you know that mosquitos have 47 teeth?

Did you know that Brain waves can be used to power an electric train?

Did you know that A one-day weather forecast requires about 10 billion math calculations?

Did you know that A single strand of spaghetti is called a “spaghetto.”?

Did you know that you share your birthday with at least 9 million other people in the world?

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Did you know? The woman in the Mona Lisa painting is Madam Lisa del Giocondo?

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