I can't remember the exact date I wrote this essay. It was last year for our English class in second year. But this wasn't submitted anyway. I wrote another one. I found this in my old blog and had the idea of re-posting it for flag day is coming soon- flags should be hung infront of our homes, offices, and in all places. Note: Some parts were edited because it was too 'Gabriela Silang' for me.




Look at this place, isn't it neat? - Well, I'm not referring to the famous 'little mermaid' song. I'm referring to my accustomed hometown. I'm referring to the familiar faces that never failed to give smiles. I'm referring to the good old jeepneys, that transports me to designated routes. I'm referring to the dirty ice cream that my friends and I considered a cheap thrill. I'm referring to the muddled government. I'm referring to the filipinos, who have an unending quest for greener pastures.


I love my country. Heedless of its bad reputation, of its poor economy, of its chaotic government, of its dirty streets, of its slow progress, of its dubious future. I am one of those little voices who speak for our country. I am one of those people who would stand proud and say that I was born and raised in my dear country. I am one of those people who still participate and stand when the National Anthem is played in the last full shows in movies. I am one of those people who still think that the country has a lot to offer. I stand proud and justified.

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