The document describes the author's experience becoming a journalist from a young age. It details how the author first joined a journalism program at age 6 and had their first article published at age 7. Through participating in writing contests over the years, the author improved and eventually won first place in a regional competition. The document emphasizes that pursuing journalism, despite challenges, has been an unforgettable experience and that the author's talent is a gift from God to be used to His glory.

1. Being a Journalist is an Unforgettable Experience
By: Haidee Luoper Aseňero Salvejo
“Every child has the ability to write.”
Our Heavenly Father designed as wonderfully. He endowed us a lot of talents.
Singing and dancing are among them. But one stays different. Others don’t like this talent,
but we should be grateful that we are showered with this unique talent.
I was six when one of my favorite teachers offered me to join Journalism sessions
every Saturday afternoon. I love to write, and this encourages me to accept the wonderful
privilege.
I was seven years old when I write feature article for the first time. My coach loved
my writing and so with my handwriting. She then told me that it will be preserved for the
school paper. Because of this our school was eager to join the Journalism contest in 2010
held in Tambulig, Zamboanga del Sur. We are only three selected students to join. But
sadly, none of us won.
“Practice makes perfect”. I always put this quote in my mind. Until our school
received a news of a new Journalism contest. Even though we are not ready, we manage
to join the contest. Unbelievable, we won 3rd and 10th place. We are then qualified for the
Regional Level in Pagadian City. Because we lack preparation, we did’t win.
Now, in this year 2013, unexpectedly I won 1st place in Feature Writing English in
Molave Zamboanga del Sur during the District Level. Then, I am qualified to the Division
Level held in Tukuran. I won 2nd place there and is qualified for the Regional Level. And
now, I am here, writing.
One of my friends advised me not to be nervous. She then told me to remember
that the thing I am doing is for the glory of our God Jehovah Who has given me the talent.
I should also be thankful to him for giving me the opportunity to have this experience of
writing. And most of all, I should use this talent to show my appreciation to the Designer
of Humans, God our Father!
It is a long journey to pursue this dream into reality, but sacrifices are all worth it.
Truly, being a journalist is an unforgettable lifetime experience.