There is no classes today.  It’s the anniversary of the famous EDSA Revolution or People Power.  This is the event that ousted a Filipino dictator.  It is also because of this event that we already have two Presidents and one hero with the Aquino surname the latest of which is the current President of our country.

Where were you during the People Power?  Me, I was just a five-year old girl living in the province. We were not affected because it is too far from Manila.  Only my mom, who was working in Makati at that time, was there to witness it. She doesn’t come home often but during that time she went home and regalled us with stories about the People Power. The one thing that struck my innocent mind was the thousands of yellow confetti she described to us that she saw falling in the streets after the event.  I was struggling to understand what was happening and what was the commotion all about.  It was only years later that I understood what it finally was and the significance of the revolution.

Usually when I wake up in the morning I feel refreshed and ready to work but this morning when I woke up it felt as though I hadn’t rested at all. It’s a Sunday so I was able to take a break from my online activities and we went to Church but I still wasn’t feeling well outside. Good thing we went home right away after the service. At home, I wanted to start working but I felt I was too tired. So I took a 3 hour nap which helped me feel better. I felt a little bit better but when I looked at the mirror I was shocked to see I was so pale. I looked like a vampire, really with all the blood drained from my face. Last month when I consulted a doctor for another illness she remarked that I’m not anemic but my RBC count is in the low treshold. She urged me to eat green leafy vegetables or take iron supplements which I did not heed. Maybe I should really start taking care of myself. Who said working at home is easier? I am working harder now than I used to when I was working in the office but one thing was different I love working at home so I have the motivation.