CRIMINOLOGIST

25/07/2025

Most people spend their lives shaped by the expectations and opinions of others. But the world’s voices grow loudest when our own is quietest. If you don’t define who you are—what you value, what you stand for, where you’re headed—society, trends, and even strangers will rush to fill in the blanks.

The journey of self-discovery isn’t selfish; it’s essential. Take time to explore your values, strengths, and passions. When you know yourself, you stop chasing validation and start living with purpose.
Because if you don’t answer the question “Who am I?”—the world will answer it for you.

10/07/2025

Alexander the Great
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“The man who refuses to fight his battles ends up fighting them all in the end.”
Avoidance is not escape—it is delay. The battles we fear today often return fiercer tomorrow. Face them early, or they will one day face you.

27/06/2025

06/06/2025

“Not all children are ready to learn the SAME thing, at the SAME time in the SAME way”- Kathy Waker

05/06/2025

On this day in 1899 in Cabanatuan, Nueva Ecija, Filipino General Antonio Luna was shot dead. He sustained more than 30 bullet and stab wounds by soldiers from Kawit whom he had previously dismissed from service. The general was known as a brilliant war strategist during his time. His last words were “Cowards! Assassins!”. It is said that before he finally died, he turned to his right side which scared his attackers who thought he might get up. In his last will and testament, dated March 31, 1899, he wrote "I leave whatever I have to my mother; If they will kill me, wrap me in a Filipino flag with all the clothing with which I was dressed when killed, and bury me in the ground; and I wish to state freely that I would die willingly for my country, for our independence, without thereby looking for death."

04/06/2025

Tricia Ann Anda's Graduation speech on behalf of all the graduates.

Let me ask you something. What if the person most deserving of this medal never got one?

What if the real valedictorians are not the ones standing on the stage, but are quietly seated among you right now?

If I could remove this medal from my neck and give it someone else, I would. I would hand it to my classmate who worked online jobs and part-time shifts between classes, some with cracked phones, borrowed laptops, selling food, art, anything just to make ends meet.

To the ones who caught chips at dawn, who walked under the heat or in the rain, who paid their own tuition because no one else could.

To those who showed up with tired eyes but hearts that refused to quit; to the one who studied through tears, who cried in silence but still made it to class with a smile. They never complained, and they never asked to be seen, but I saw them.

Because maybe I earned the highest GPA, but they earned my deepest respect. If I may be honest with all of you, I lived comfortably my whole life. I did not have to worry about tuition. I did not have to wake up at 4:00 AM to catch a jeep or walk to school before sunrise.

I did not have to juggle work between classes just to pay enrollment. From preschool up to fourth year college, I was driven to school. My meals were served, my uniforms ironed. All I had to do was to show up.

And that is when I understood what a chrysalis is. It is where strength grows quietly in places no one applauds, that some of the strongest wings form in silence. Their strength humbled me.

Their quiet resilience taught me. And though I may not have lived their story, I saw them, I admire them, and I carry their courage with me. So today, as we leave our chrysalis behind, let us not just fly for ourselves, but become wings for others too.

And before I close, allow me to honor the many hands and hearts behind today's moment.

To the parents and families of the graduates, thank you for the countless sacrifices and unwavering love.

To our janitors, guards, and maintenance staff, thank you for the clean rooms, safe gates, and silent service.

To the one whose name I've whispered in every prayer, thank you, Jesus. You carried me through it all, and this victory is yours. Indeed, there is power in the name of Jesus. And one day, the world will ask us, "Where did you come from?"

And tears and pride, we will answer,

"I came from La Salle, where I was not just prepared to succeed but called to serve."

Because here we were not just trained for the finish line, we were formed for the front lines. The chrysalis was our training ground, quiet, messy and unseen.

But now the wings are out. And as we fly, may we carry not just ambition, but kindness, courage, purpose, and humility. Fly high, yes, but fly wisely. Fly proud. Fly Lasallian.

And wherever we go from here, may we always fly toward the daylight.

Thank you and Congratulations to the class of 2025.

Animo La Salle!

Tricia Ann G. Anda
Summa Cum Laude
Bachelor of Science in Psychology

25/06/2024

1'946 MILES AWAY

Versus

190 MILES AWAY

Ayungin Shoal , Philippines. 🇵🇭

21/06/2024

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20/06/2024

22/05/2024

/ Emily Dickinson /
"We turn not older with years but newer every day."
"Emily Elizabeth Dickinson was an American poet. Little-known during her life, she has since been regarded as one of the most important figures in American poetry. Dickinson was born in Amherst, Massachusetts, into a prominent family with strong ties to its community. After studying at the Amherst Academy for seven years in her youth, she briefly attended the Mount Holyoke Female Seminary before returning to her family's home in Amherst. Evidence suggests that Dickinson lived much of her life in isolation. Considered an eccentric by locals, she developed a penchant for white clothing and was known for her reluctance to greet guests or, later in life, to even leave her bedroom. Dickinson never married, and most friendships between her and others depended entirely upon correspondence. While Dickinson was a prolific writer, her only publications during her lifetime were 10 of her nearly 1,800 poems, and one letter."
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Born: December 10, 1830, Amherst, Massachusetts, U.S.
Died: May 15, 1886, Amherst, Massachusetts, U.S.
Resting place: Amherst West Cemetery
Occupation: Poet
Alma mater: Mount Holyoke Female Seminary
Emily Dickinson, Thomas Herbert Johnson, Theodora Ward (1986). “The Letters of Emily Dickinson”, p.499, Harvard University Press

30/03/2024

Socrates, the ancient Greek philosopher, once said, "The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing." This quote may seem paradoxical at first, but upon deeper reflection, it reveals a profound truth about the nature of knowledge and wisdom.

In today's world, we are bombarded with information from all sides. We have access to more knowledge than ever before, but with that knowledge comes a sense of confusion and uncertainty. It can be easy to fall into the trap of thinking that we know everything or that we have all the answers.

However, Socrates' quote reminds us that true wisdom comes from acknowledging that we don't have all the answers. By embracing our ignorance, we open ourselves up to new possibilities and new ways of thinking. We become more receptive to learning and growth, and we are better able to adapt to changing circumstances.

When we believe that we already know everything, we close ourselves off from the world and limit our potential. Furthermore, Socrates' quote highlights the importance of humility in the pursuit of knowledge. When we approach new information with a sense of humility and openness, we are more likely to learn and to grow. We are less likely to be held back by our preconceived notions and biases, and we are more likely to consider alternative perspectives and ideas.

Ultimately, Socrates' quote reminds us that true wisdom is not about having all the answers, but rather about recognizing our limitations and seeking to learn and grow from them. It is only by acknowledging our ignorance that we can truly become wise. So let us embrace our ignorance and strive to become wiser every day.

Read more at: https://yourstory.com/2023/05/embracing-ignorance-the-path-to-true-wisdom