Can you imagine? by Rena Manjares

     We Filipinos have different characteristics that make us different from others. Something that we call unique and something that is truly ours. Let me tell you a few of the characteristics you can see in  molding an image of a Filipino. Together, let us visualize what a Filipino is.

       First is the use of "po" and "opo". In the Philippines, the use if these words are considered as a sign of respect, but have you imagined a certain someone who is not a filipino saying "po" and "opo"? It's kind of cute actually. But what if Valak, the demon nun from conjuring 2, would actually use such words? Gosh! That would be creepy. Anyway, another thing that Filipinos are known for is called the "Filipino Time". Filipinos are known for not being in time. -late in other words.Well, We all know that it's not a possitive thing but what can I say, it is still a Filipino thing. Can you actually imagine superheroes being late in their missions?If that happens,  we are so in trouble. It will really be hard to save the day if you are late. So, I'm hoping that Superheroes won't adapt this kind of behavior, like please! So for my last share of knowledge, I would like to ask you if you have been lost in a certain place before and decided to ask some stranger for help? Well if Yes, you are lucky if you asked a Filipino since we are very creative in telling directions. We don't simply state the directions, we use hand gestures in every turn you take and every move you make. We want it to be crystal clear for you be able to get want we are trying to say. It's kind of fun actually but the inportant thing here is for you to reach your destination safe and sound.

       So, there you have it! A few of the things we Fipilinos are known for. I also want to say that not all Filipinos have these characteristics, so come on, let us not stereotype but a huge number are actually like these too. Anyway, I hope we all learned something about filipinos. Let us continue to nourish the Filipino spirit!