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Baguio City, The Summer Capital

RonPlaces August 30, 2015 August 27, 2017 0 Comments

When visiting the Philippines, one major issue most foreigners face is the hot weather. This is especially true for tourists originating from cold countries like the United States, Canada and Russia. In addition to this, the majority of visitors arrive during the summer season. For those who find it hard to adjust to the climate…← continue reading →

Poem: Dahong Lagas (Fallen Leaves)

RonLiterature July 14, 2015 August 26, 2017 0 Comments

Dahong Lagas is a poem by the Filipino poet Jose Corazon de Jesus. Dahong Lagas (1927) by Jose Corazon de Jesus   Namamalas mo bang ang dahong nalagas, Laruan ng hangin sa gitna ng landas, Kung minsan sa iyong kamay ay mapadpad Gaya ng paglapit ng kawawang palad? Ako ay ganyan din, balang araw, irog,…← continue reading →

Poem: Panulat (Pen)

RonLiterature June 1, 2015 August 26, 2017 0 Comments

Panulat is a poem by the Filipino poet Benigno R. Ramos. Panulat (1930) by Benigno R. Ramos   Kung ikaw, Panulat, ay di magagamit kundi sa paghamak sa Bayang may hapis, manong mabakli ka’t ang taglay mong tulis ay bulagin ako’t sugatan sa dibdib. Kung dahil sa iyo’y aking tutulungan ang nagsisilat sa dangal ng…← continue reading →

Poem: Dugo (Blood)

RonLiterature May 1, 2015 August 26, 2017 0 Comments

Another poem by the Filipino poet Jose Corazon de Jesus. Dugo is a short poem about bravery and how a valiant man has it flowing in his veins like blood. Dugo (1929) by Jose Corazon de Jesus   Apoy ng katawan na nagsusumulak, At nananalaytay sa lahat ng ugat; Sa sugat ngingiti na parang bulaklak,…← continue reading →

Poem: Kamay ng Birhen

RonLiterature April 15, 2015 August 26, 2017 0 Comments

Kamay ng Birhen is a poem written in 1929 by the Filipino poet and lyricist Jose Corazon de Jesus who also goes by his well-known alias “Huseng Batute”. Kamay ng Birhen which translates to Virgin’s Hands, is a poem that dwells on a maiden’s beauty and inherent ability to change a vile person into a…← continue reading →

Poem: Pakikidigma (Warfare)

RonLiterature March 1, 2015 August 26, 2017 0 Comments

Pakikidigma is a poem by the Filipino poet Jose Corazon de Jesus. Pakikidigma (1929) by Jose Corazon de Jesus Ang buhay ay isang pakikidigmang walang katapusan. Huwag kang uurong, lalalim ang sugat, Ngunit naubos na ang dugong tatagas; Ang sugat man naman kung buka’t bukadkad, Tila humihingang bibig ng bulaklak. Walang bagay ditong hindi natitiis…← continue reading →

Poem: Mi Ultimo Adios by Jose Rizal

RonLiterature February 1, 2015 August 27, 2017 1 Comment

This is a poem by Dr. Jose Rizal, penned just hours before he was executed. The poem was originally written in spanish and was not given any title. Rizal hid the paper containing the poem in an alcohol stove which was later given to his sister Narcisa. Another possible poem was written in a piece…← continue reading →

Bahay Kubo, Song with Guitar Chords

RonPinoy Stuff January 1, 2015 August 27, 2017 1 Comment

Bahay Kubo is a traditional Filipino song with a simple tune. The term “Bahay Kubo” refers to a simple, Filipino house made of Nipa leaves and Bamboo. The songs is like a short poem about the house and the many vegetables that are grown around it. Bahay Kubo Lyrics with Guitar Chords G D C…← continue reading →

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