The author's ambition is to open and run a small fine dining restaurant that could earn recognition in the prestigious Michelin Guide. To pursue this goal, the author plans to enroll in the full Grand Diploma course at Le Cordon Bleu in London to master French culinary techniques. After graduating, the author hopes to gain experience through internships to eventually open their own establishment serving exceptional cuisine.

1. Here is your short paragraph on My Ambition of Life!
Almost every individual would have an ambition in life. Ambition leads us to a definite aim in
life, which would enable us to be more focused and help us to strive to reach that goal we have in
our selves.
Ambitions would differ from person to person. Some may want to be social servants, while
others to be into arts and crafts and so on. It all depends on one`s choice and interests as to what
one would like to become in life when they reach a particular stage.
My ambition in life is to join the army. I would love myself to be an army officer. I know it is
not very easy, but serving the nations and its people is my dream. I have read in many books and
seen in many movies about the life of an army officer and I understand that it is very very tough
to become one, but I love my country and would love to serve and protect the people of my
country. It is the army and navy officers who guard us day and night and they are the ones who
help us to stay out of danger when a war or crises occurs. Though they are away from their
families, they make sure of the safety of the people of the nation. They sacrifice so many things
in their lives to keep an eye and protect the people of a country.
I would love to be one and serve my country and protect the people of my nation. With many
wars and fights occurring these days, I understand that things are very tough, but yet I would
love to be a part of the great Indian Army and contribute whatever I could to safeguard my
nation and its people from all the dangers that they might face. Being in the army is an honor and
pride and I am proud of myself to say that I would like to join the army and serve the country.
My Ambition In Life
Every person a man or a woman has one or the other ambition in life. It is always a good thing to
have an ambition in one's life. A man or woman without an ambition is really an unfortunate
person because his life is just like a ship without a rudder. It is at the mercy of winds and will be
tosses hither and thither aimlessly. As it does not have any set destination. It will reach nowhere.
Without any set aim a person can achieve nothing in his life. An ambition is very essential in
one's life. Only having an ambition is not enough. A person should also work hard to achieve his
ambition. There is no doubt if one makes vigorous efforts one is sure to achieve his aim in life
sooner or later. Without making any efforts man cannot realize anything in life. Different persons
have different ambitions in their lives. It differs from man to man. Some persons want to get
wealth. Others want to achieve fame still others want to service to the mankind. Some want to
become doctors, while others want to become engineers. Some want to become business men
and others like to pursue a political career. Still others may like to become lawyers. My ambition
of life is to become a teacher. I do not want wealth. I do not want to lead the glamourous life of
an actor. But I want to serve my country in a very humble capacity. Nearly 70% of the Pakistanis
are illiterate. I want to educated my countrymen. I really feel that I can serve my fellomen best
by becoming a teacher. This is inspite of the fact that teachers in our country are ill paid. But
money is not my main motto in life. A teacher is the real friend. Philosopher and guide of the
students. He serves the cause of education. According to Plato education is the turning of the
inner eye towards light. The teacher removes the ignorance from the minds of his students. I

2. want to realize the same ideals in my life as a teacher for which great men like Socrates, Plato
and Aristotle had worked throughout their life. I realize that if we are able to remove ignorance
illiteracy and superstitions from our country we can develop it into a great country. I possess that
zeal of a missionary for this profession and I know that if I join it the ambition of my life will be
fulfilled greatly. I shall not only teach my students the theoretical education but I would try my
best to develop their character. I shall try to instill the true spirit of nationalism and patriotism in
my students. I shall also teach them to perform their duties first rather than hanker after their
rights. I shall try to inculcate in my students a desire of learning the truth and lead to noble and
virtuous life.
Becoming a Chef
i was at college today and been ask if i could write an essayaboutcooking.. so here you go:
Choosing cooking as your carrier.Becoming a chef.
I always wanted to be passionate aboutwhatI do. I wanted to be able to get through challenges;Iwanted to do what
I really like to do. 7 years ago I started my catering experience.
I started working as partof waiting on team. Carrying plates wasn’tmyfavourite thing,in fact I never liked it, but it
was one of the ways to get in to the kitchen.After waiting on for over a year I decided to go inside and learn how to
cook. I liked cooking at home since Iwas little but never get a chance to work in the “proper” kitchen.
It was hard,I think every beginning is hard in whatever you wantto do or achieve. Becoming a chef was harder.After
around two years of experiencing kitchens there is a time that you start to think if you really want to cook. If you’re
strong enough you will overcome it and hopefullyit will never get back to you. You need to understand thatthere is
no job like it. You may say – you can tell that about any other job. Yes, but there is no other so intense,so
unforgiving,so stressful and so hard.
There are basic skills needed even before you start to learn how to cook. They are – being organized, never give up,
there is always something to do, and finally – willingness to learn and experience.With time you get more - learn how
to be less forward and then push forward.
The mostimportantfactor aboutbeing a chef – you cannotcook and not like it. Cooking it’s not work, It’s a state of
art. You won’t become a good chef if you won’tlisten to your head chef, mentor etc. If you want to cook remember to
be happy. There are so many people around the world with so many differentcuisines that it’s simplyimpossible to
learn how to cook everything. That’s another thing that makes itmore exciting.
Chef – that is the title to be proud of, it feel’s that way also.The better you are, more...
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My ambition is to open and run a small fine dining place doing business at a level
of excellence whereby it could be revered in the Michelin Guide.
Published every year in over a dozen countries, the Michelin Guide is the oldest
and best-known European hotel and restaurant guide which awards a star to

3. those deserving restaurants listed in its famous Red Guide.
The guide awards one to three stars to a small number of restaurants of
outstanding quality. One star signifies a “very good cuisine in its category”; a two-
star ranking represents “excellent cuisine, worth a detour”, and three stars are
awarded to restaurants offering “exceptional cuisine, worth a special journey”.
To begin my career path I shall enrol in the full course Grand Diploma at the
French cooking school Le Cordon Bleu in London. And to do so I must provide a
high school diploma to attend along with a letter of motivation to qualify for
acceptance.
Le Cordon Bleu teaches students to master the classic French techniques of
Cuisine and Pâtisserie in a systematic manner. I will earn a Diplôme de Cuisine
and a Diplôme de Pâtisserie and with diligence and hard work, I can obtain the
highly acclaimed passport to the Culinary World - Le Grand Diplôme.
The inclusive course extends over nine months taking me through cuisine and
patisserie to learn basic techniques of being in a kitchen, in hand with
fishmongers, butchers and grocers who provide the knowledge that I will draw on
at will as I take in how to make French food from the basics, through stages at
both the intermediary and superior levels. And finishing up in a final event when
I shall be examined on my ability to cater an afternoon tea party and a formal
dinner to determine what I have learned and created on my own during class

4. time and in league with teamwork in a commercial kitchen setting.
Furthermore the school offers to its graduates internships at its own Le Cordon
Bleu catering branches or elsewhere as best suits and...
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2.
My name is Kenneth Jerome Verrette, I am 23 years of age. I am currently
attending The Art Institute of Dallas acquiring my Associates in Applied Science
under Culinary Arts. I was always in the kitchen as a kid. I love to cook a variety
of foods. There have only been a handful of dishes that I have prepared that were
not up to par. I chose to take a cooking class in high school over other electives.
So let see as to why I was destined to become a chef from a child.
I love to cook. Growing up, I would always be in the kitchen, and it didn’t matter
as to whose house that I was in. I would always ask if there was something that I
could do to help out. I remember one Thanksgiving when I was at my
Grandmother’s house and it was my job to make the mashed potatoes and sweet
potatoes. I think that was some of the most fun that I have had in the kitchen. It
ended up being the hit of the evening. When I got out of high school I didn’t
touch the cooking side of things for a couple of years. I actually specialized in
weapons and missiles while I was in the military. But when I got out because I got
disabled I knew that I had to go to school because I couldn’t sit behind a desk
again. I had done that before and I knew that I couldn’t sit behind a desk for 8
hours a day or more, I needed to be active. The day that I went to look into

5. enrolling into this school, the individual gave me a tour of the school. When we
got back to his desk and I knew that I was going to enroll and I signed the papers
and knew that I just entered the career that I was destined to be in.
I love to cook. I have cooked many of different dishes from around the world and
I am always interested in new dishes to cook at home with my girlfriend. It is
always fun cooking something new and tasting it for the first time after it has
been prepared. I go out to eat occasionally and the food is good but there is
something better about eating at home something that I have prepared myself. I
would much rather...
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Socscie 6
History
Portraits of Women of Malolos
Historical Places
History of Women of Malolos
Malolos, capital town of Bulacan, was seat of Asia's First Republic whenFilipinos declared themselves
independent from Spanish dominion in 1899. It was a town of so many heroes and great men along its
enclaves, among which are the 20 Women of Malolos. On December 12, 1888, 20 young women from the
Chinese-mestizo families of Malolos, Bulacan–the Reyeses, Tantocos, Tanchangcos, Tiongsons,
Uitangcoys, petitioned the newly-arrived Gov. Gen. Valeriano Weyler to allow the opening of a night
school - at their own expense where they could learn to read and write Spanish, the language which
would eradicate friar domination and put them in touch with liberal ideas current in Europe. With Weyler;s
blessing and over the objections of the friar curate, the school opened in early 1889. The audacity and the
success of these women did not go unnoticed. But the women's greatest adulation came from Dr. Jose
Rizal in his letter of February 22, 1889, "Sa Mga Kababayang Dalaga Sa Malolos." The Women of
Malolos were of the breed who looked at far horizons and thought of country above self, who stood up for
what is right and just over what is merely convenient, who planned and acted not only for the future and
the next generation, who decisively acted on their mouthed good intentions (Jaime C. Laya, Former
Chairman, NCCA)
The Women of Malolos Foundation Inc. was established on December 12, 1999 to honor and
memorialize the 20 Women of Malolos whose commitment to freedom, self-sacrifice, and indomitable zeal
are not only outstanding but worthy of emulation and transmission to our present generation.
Our Mission

6. To organize activities and programs that will promote the strength of character exemplified by the 20
Women of Malolos, the values embodied in the letter of Rizal, and the nationalist heritage of Malolos,
which was a center of both the Reform and Revolutionary Period in Philippine History.
Our Vision
Is a movement of people with affinity to Malolos dedicated to the preservation and promotion of pride in its
history and heritage for the future generation.
Our Goals
• Put up a monument for the 20 Women of Malolos to honor their role in our history
• Establish a Museum for the Women of Malolos
• Complete the enlistment and registration of all the descendants of the 20 women of Malolos
• Preserve, revive, and promote the dying arts, crafts, and culinary legacy of the 20 Women of Malolos
• Develop historic Malolos into an important tourist destination
• Hold annual parades, literary contests, seminars and forums
• Establish a National Award to deserving women who exemplify the essence of Rizal's letter to the
Women of Malolos
• Publish a book detailing he life and time of each of the 20 Women of Malolos
UNQUOTE"
Any info about Malolos women these days!
To the Young Women of Malolos: Summary
and Analysis
Jose Rizal’s legacy to Filipino women is embodied in his famous essay entitled, “To the Young Women of
Malolos,” where he addresses all kinds of women – mothers, wives, the unmarried, etc. and expresses
everything that he wishes them to keep in mind.
SUMMARY
“To the Women of Malolos” was originally written in Tagalog. Rizal penned this writing when he was in
London, in response to the request of Marcelo H. del Pilar. The salient points contained in this letter are
as follows:
1. The rejection of the spiritual authority of the friars – not all of the priests in the country
that time embodied the true spirit of Christ and His Church. Most of them were corrupted by
worldly desires and used worldly methods to effect change and force discipline among the
people.
2. The defense of private judgment

7. 3. Qualities Filipino mothers need to possess – as evidenced by this portion of his letter,
Rizal is greatly concerned of the welfare of the Filipino children and the homes they grow up in.
4. Duties and responsibilities of Filipino mothers to their children
5. Duties and responsibilities of a wife to her husband – Filipino women are known to be
submissive, tender, and loving. Rizal states in this portion of his letter how Filipino women ought
to be as wives, in order to preserve the identity of the race.
6. Counsel to young women on their choice of a lifetime partner
RIZAL’S MESSAGE TO FILIPINO WOMEN
Jose Rizal was greatly impressed by the fighting spirit that the young women of Malolos had shown. In
his letter, he expresses great joy and satisfaction over the battle they had fought. In this portion of Rizal’s
letter, it is obvious that his ultimate desire was for women to be offered the same opportunities as those
received by men in terms of education. During those days young girls were not sent to school because of
the universal notion that they would soon only be taken as wives and stay at home with the children.
Rizal, however, emphasizes on freedom of thought and the right to education, which must be granted to
both boys and girls alike.
THE RESPONSIBILITIES OF FILIPINO MOTHERS TO THEIR CHILDREN
Rizal stipulates a number of important points in this portion of his letter to the young women of Malolos.
The central idea here, however, is that whatever a mother shows to her children is what the children will
become also. If the mother is always kissing the hand of the friars in submission, then her children will
grow up to be sycophants and mindless fools who do nothing but do as they are told, even if the very
nature of the task would violate their rights as individuals.
QUALITIES MOTHERS HAVE TO POSSESS
Rizal enumerates the qualities Filipino mothers have to possess:
1. Be a noble wife.
2. Rear her children in the service of the state – here Rizal gives reference to the women of
Sparta who embody this quality
3. Set standards of behavior for men around her.
RIZAL’S ADVICE TO UNMARRIED MEN AND WOMEN
Jose Rizal points out to unmarried women that they should not be easily taken by appearances and
looks, because these can be very deceiving. Instead, they should take heed of men’s firmness of
character and lofty ideas. Rizal further adds that there are three things that a young woman must look for
a man she intends to be her husband:
1. A noble and honored name
2. A manly heart
3. A high spirit incapable of being satisfied with engendering slaves.
ANALYSIS

8. “To the Women of Malolos” centers around five salient points (Zaide &Zaide, 1999):
1. Filipino mothers should teach their children love of God, country and fellowmen.
2. Filipino mothers should be glad and honored, like Spartan mothers, to offer their sons in
defense of their country.
3. Filipino women should know how to protect their dignity and honor.
4. Filipino women should educate themselves aside from retaining their good racial values.
5. Faith is not merely reciting prayers and wearing religious pictures. It is living the real
Christian way with good morals and manners.
In recent times, it seems that these qualities are gradually lost in the way Filipino women
conduct themselves. There are oftentimes moments where mothers forget their roles in rearing
their children because of the overriding idea of having to earn for the family to supplement their
husband’s income. Although there is nothing negative about working hard for the welfare of the
family, there must always be balance in the way people go through life. Failure in the home
cannot be compensated for by any amount of wealth or fame.
Jose Rizal really knew the empowerment'equality'could offer to us.He clearly believes that'race' or even 'gender'is
not a limitation for every individual to prosper less.Furthermore,this onlystates how Rizal greatly values and h ighly
respects women in our country.
Rizal really wanted to make his people open their eyes and to avoid ignorance of freedom.Ignorance is the cause of
slavery during their time and this is what we mustnotlet to happen again.He did not wantits people to live withouta
religious beliefbuthe justwants them apprehend notto be deceived by the exploitations done by the friars under
their robes.
"In recenttimes,it seems thatthese qualities are graduallylostin the way Filipino women conductthemselves. There
are oftentimes moments where mothers forget their roles in rearing their children because of the overriding idea of
having to earn for the family to supplement their husband’s income."
You have provided the notion here that it is still more acceptable for men to work instead of women. By writing this,
you have disregarded whatwomen really are. Women are not to be confined in homes alone. Besides, it is not only
them who should work for the welfare of the family. Both parents should. And no, there is nothing wrong with women
working for their families as much as there is nothing wrong with men working for theirs.
Is it not truly noble for women to work for their families? Is it not truly noble that they have grasped the equal rights in
attaining the job of their choice? Saying that they have lost their qualities just because they started working is a very
shameful act and perpetuates ignorance of what women really are.
The analysis of the essay was very well-written. But I don't think it is justifiable to say that women have lost these
qualities (which are standards made up by men, and Rizal already said that women should be setting standards for
the men,[too]. Rizal talked about how women should notacceptbeing tied to useless men for they are so much more
than that). If you will correlate this change in women's behavior with the capitalistsystem,maybe you will understand
why women working is necessary. (Although it is just a social construct dictated by men who think so highly of
themselves *patriarchy,anyone?* that women should be like this or like that) However, necessary or not, I am in the
beliefthat women should have the same opportunities as men when it comes to seeking jobs. And family-rearing is

9. not a woman's job alone. What are the men for? Just there to plant the seed? And what after? If you can say that
balance is needed, then it must apply to the working father as well, and not solely on the mother.
In my opinion,you misunderstood whatthe blogger/contributor is trying to imply. The focus in his/her statementis the
way how mothers in the recent times suppose to raise their children.That's why Rizal came to the point where he
gave advice to the Filipina mothers toward their children through this letter.Because even himselfhave seen the
deficiency of them.Although, we cannot judge mothers on how they raise their children,it is still worthwhile ifyour
child contributes for the sake of the country or should I say for the family rather than be a nuisance trash who bring
shame to its members.
About the job issue,you're right all along. But I don't think so that the blogger argued aboutmen over women,and
whatsoever superiorityissues (is there?).Yes,both parents are oblige to their children.However, as I said earlier I
think his/her focus is the mother towards their children.
Rizal wanted his country to be put into its independence.At the same time, he wantedmen and women to
have equal rights. Maybe Rizal will be quite please ifhe can see that women nowadays can do anyth ing
men do.
This famous letter was written by Rizal in Tagalog, while he was residing in London, upon the request of
M. H. del Pilar. The story behind this letter is this: On December 12, 1888, a group of twenty young
women of Malolos petitioned Governor-general Weyler for permission to open a "night school" so that
they might study Spanish under Teodoro Sandiko. The Spanish parish priest, Fr. Felipe Garcia, objected
so that the governor-general turned down the petition. However, the young women, in defiance of the
friar's wrath bravely continued their agitation for the school - a thing unheard of in the Philippines in those
times. They finally succeeded in obtaining government approval to their project on condition that Senorita
Guadalupe Reyes should be their teacher. The incident caused a great stir in the Philippines and in far-
away Spain. Del Pilar, writing in Barcelona on February 17, 1889, requested Rizal to send a letter in
Tagalog to the brave women of Malolos. Accordingly, Rizal, although busy in London annotating Morga's
book, penned this famous letter and sent it to Del Pilar on February 22, 1889 for transmittal to Malolos.
For full text of this letter in original Tagalog and in English and Spanish translations, see A Letter to the
Young Women of Malolos by Jose Rizal, edited by Teodoro M. Kalaw and published by the National
Library, Manila 1932.
Jose Rizal’s legacy to Filipino women is embodied in his famous essay
entitled, “To the Young Women of Malolos,” where he addresses all
kinds of women – mothers, wives, the unmarried, etc. and expresses
everything that he wishes them to keep in mind.
SUMMARY

10. “To the Women of Malolos” was originally written in Tagalog. Rizal
penned this writing when he was in London, in response to the request
of Marcelo H. del Pilar. The salient points contained in this letter are
as follows:
The rejection of the spiritual authority of the friars – not all of the
priests in the country that time embodied the true spirit of Christ and
His Church. Most of them were corrupted by worldly desires and used
worldly methods to effect change and force discipline among the
people.
The defense of private judgment
Qualities Filipino mothers need to possess – as evidenced by this
portion of his letter, Rizal is greatly concerned of the welfare of the
Filipino children and the homes they grow up in.
Duties and responsibilities of Filipino mothers to their children
Duties and responsibilities of a wife to her husband – Filipino women
are known to be submissive, tender, and loving. Rizal states in this
portion of his letter how Filipino women ought to be as wives, in order
to preserve the identity of the race.
Counsel to young women on their choice of a lifetime partner
RIZAL’S MESSAGE TO FILIPINO WOMEN
Jose Rizal was greatly impressed by the fighting spirit that the young
women of Malolos had shown. In his letter, he expresses great joy and
satisfaction over the battle they had fought. In this portion of Rizal’s
letter, it is obvious that his ultimate desire was for women to be
offered the same opportunities as those received by men in terms of
education. During those days young girls were not sent to school
because of the universal notion that they would soon only be taken as
wives and stay at home with the children. Rizal, however, emphasizes

11. on freedom of thought and the right to education, which must be
granted to both boys and girls alike.
THE RESPONSIBILITIES OF FILIPINO MOTHERS TO THEIR
CHILDREN
Rizal stipulates a number of important points in this portion of his
letter to the young women of Malolos. The central idea here, however,
is that whatever a mother shows to her children is what the children
will become also. If the mother is always kissing the hand of the friars
in submission, then her children will grow up to be sycophants and
mindless fools who do nothing but do as they are told, even if the very
nature of the task would violate their rights as individuals.
QUALITIES MOTHERS HAVE TO POSSESS
Rizal enumerates the qualities Filipino mothers have to possess:
Be a noble wife.
Rear her children in the service of the state – here Rizal gives
reference to the women of Sparta who embody this quality
Set standards of behavior for men around her.
RIZAL’S ADVICE TO UNMARRIED MEN AND WOMEN
Jose Rizal points out to unmarried women that they should not be
easily taken by appearances and looks, because these can be very
deceiving. Instead, they should take heed of men’s firmness of
character and lofty ideas. Rizal further adds that there are three
things that a young woman must look for a man she intends to be her
husband:
A noble and honored name
A manly heart
A high spirit incapable of being satisfied with engendering slaves.

12. ANALYSIS
“To the Women of Malolos” centers around five salient points (Zaide
&Zaide, 1999):
Filipino mothers should teach their children love of God, country and
fellowmen.
Filipino mothers should be glad and honored, like Spartan mothers, to
offer their sons in defense of their country.
Filipino women should know how to protect their dignity and honor.
Filipino women should educate themselves aside from retaining their
good racial values.
Faith is not merely reciting prayers and wearing religious pictures. It is
living the real Christian way with good morals and manners.
In recent times, it seems that these qualities are gradually lost in the
way Filipino women conduct themselves. There are oftentimes
moments where mothers forget their roles in rearing their children
because of the overriding idea of having to earn for the family to
supplement their husband’s income. Although there is nothing negative
about working hard for the welfare of the family, there must always be
balance in the way people go through life. Failure in the home cannot
be compensated for by any amount of wealth or fame.

13. Jose Rizal Reflection On His Travel
Abroad Essays and Term Papers
1. Mi Ultimo Adios
He adores the beautiful country that he and others are fighting for. He wants his fellowmen to
pray for others who also have died and suffered for the country. In the last part of Mi Ultimo
Adios, he said “In Death there is rest!” which means that he, being ready to be executed, is
happy to die in peace.
2. Himno Al Trabajo
He states that the Lipeños will always be willing to work hard for the country. The men
encourage others to farm. The wives, are taking care of the household chores and educating their
children. The children yearn for the adults to teach them on how to work productively.
3. Awit ni Maria Clara
In this poem it expresses the love for the native land. The experience of living in one's own
country to the comforts felt from a mother's presence.
4. Sa aking mga kabata
This poem tries to awaken the Filipino Youth, to love our country and respect people. It also tells
the significant role of the youth for the betterment of the country.
5. Our Mother Tongue
This poem talks about love and taking pride of one’s own language to acquire a sense of freedom
and identity.
6. My Retreat
He describes the surroundings of his place of exile in Dapitan. He reminisce his past, and he
mention his desire returning home.
7. To the Virgin Mary
It tells the gratitude for whatever we have is a powerful prayer or calling.
8. Kundiman
This poem shows a person's love for his country and delivers a message of hope to his
countrymen.
9. Education Gives Luster to Motherland
He describes that education makes a country more beautiful. He mentions that it is a Christian
education that always endures.

14. 10. Goodbye to Leonor
He wrote this poem as a goodbye, to Leonor Rivera for his departure to Europe.
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"If we have shortcomings, we are not afraid to have them pointed
out and criticized, because we serve the people. Anyone, no matter
who, may point out our shortcomings. If he is right, we will correct
them. If what he proposes will benefit the people, we will act upon
it".
An Interpretation to Rizal’s Poem Entitled “To
the Filipino Youth”
What was the wish of Rizal to the Filipino youth? What does a Filipino youth need to have
according to Rizal? Is it a genius head surrounded by a laurel with a quill before him, or a
mighty sword gripped tightly on his solid fist with flaming eyes enraged to die for the light?
These main questions triggered me to know more the wishes of Rizal to the Filipino youth.

15. Jose Rizal was 18 years old when he wrote this prize-winning poem, A La Juventud Filipina, an
immortal poem that is so much cherished by every Filipinos especially the youths. What does
this poem sponsor?
The poem’s theme, “Grow, O Timid Flower”, simply shows persuasion. To ‘grow’ sounds
compelling from Rizal who always wanted to make everyone rise from what is necessary amidst
the cruelty that dominates among the Spaniards leadership. Using ‘timid’ that describes a
Filipino youth makes me think of fearful youths who only submit themselves to how Spaniards
lay out lives for them. Indeed, there is a disappointment from Rizal’s perspective to see how
coward those people of his age are. No matter what, he still sees the light that every youth
have. Like a flower that still needs to be grown, Filipino youth should realize that he has the
potential in him.
Rizal mentioned “Spaniard’s holy land” and “crown’s resplendent band” in the 4th
stanza of his
poem which shows good attributes to the Spaniards. These words chose by him was put in
place to balance his thoughts of seeing “Spaniards putting chains” (stanza 3) to every Filipinos
that needs to get untied for setting the youths “spirit free”.
In the poem, he always advocated for rising and waking up. Did Rizal ever think of arm struggle
as a nationalistic move for every Filipinos? Though he wanted to make Filipinos spread around
the flame, go for the sacred fire and use one’s divine voice, Rizal was seemingly unclear about
his specific moves to gain fair and hope for his fatherland. He neither introduces arm struggle
nor foreseeing a bloody revolution to claim for victory. Instead, he advocated for an immortal
strength, one that must use its ingenuity and must aspire for a laurel or an honor that is lasting.
All of Rizal’s dreams to the Filipino youths are simply a replica to what he has done throughout
his entire life. He was more bias towards using one’s own intelligence to fight against the
flaming zone created by the Spaniards. What he even portrayed was that pen is mightier than
sword. On the 8th
stanza, he even wanted to transform the clear accent of every Filipinos, which
is the voice of freedom of every Filipinos, to a magical art using a brush that is to be simply
portrayed on a canvas.
Simply speaking, the message that Rizal wanted to communicate with us is the means of
making peaceful process to achieve what we want for our fatherland. This is not only a message
directed to the Filipino youths of yesterday but also to the youths of today. It is imperative that
we must fulfill our responsibilities as we will use our skills, knowledge, talent, and strength for
the advancement of our country.

16. As I may put this poem to the Filipino youths of today, we must fight for what is intended to be
good for the Philippines. So as not to waste the hope of Rizal, being a man who just turned-out
20 this year, I know that life is getting tougher as we step out from the university, same as other
youths of my age who are also graduating this semester. Together, Filipino youths must identify
our niche and must maximize our knowledge and skills in our chosen field. With this, we must
always think that we will be then part of the growth of our chosen niche and thus we will always
instill in our minds that we will be a contributor to the advancement of our country.
POETRY REVEALS an individual’s hopes, dreams, aspirations and goodbyes. The genius in Dr. Jose
Rizal, our national hero, has resultedto severalpoems during his childhood, schooling, life struggles
and martyrdom. Let us take a peek at our national hero’s poetry.
1. TO MY FELLOW CHILDREN (Sa Aking Mga Kababata, 1869)
Note:Many scholars nowadaysbelieve that Jose Rizal was not the real author of this poem. Ask
your professor about it.
Whenever people of a country truly love
The language which by heav'n they were taught to use
That country also surely liberty pursue
As does the bird which soars to freer space above.