Saturday, July 28, 2012

Informal Theme #6 : Her Tears


       Ever since we were born, Mother Nature is our home. She was beautiful and breath-taking back then. She's still breath-taking now, only of suffocation. Lately, everywhere we look we see trashes. I'm always wondering why we should destroy nature for the sake of ourselves. I want to see how beautiful our nature is, but sadly there are few left. When will everyone learn how to take care of Mother Nature? When it's already too late and her tears flows with grief?

     Good thing there are still people left who truly cares for our nature. Actually, we can help our her in our own little way. I still believe that everyone cares for nature even if a little is left and that it can change. We can join projects concerning our nature. We CAN avoid throwing trash anywhere. This should not be hard for us since it's our trash. I say people lacks discipline. Once, I was holding a piece of trash and I have no I idea where to throw it. What did I do? I put it inside my bag , brought it home, and threw it in the proper place.

      It saddens me whenever I see dirty places full of garbage. Even I scold myself whenever I throw something and pick it up again. I hope people realize it sooner. That she's suffering and shedding tears.


Sunday, July 15, 2012

Informal Theme #5 : Romeo and Juliet: The Comedian Duo

    Endings. There's many. It will be hilarious if Romeo and Juliet became comedy. Just the thought of it makes me giggle. I can't deny that it will be also kind of awkward to have another ending besides the real one. It I were to make this a funny, it will go like this: 

     Romeo heard of Juliet's death, so he hurriedly went to Verona even though he was exiled. He went straight to the cemetery. By the time he got there, Friar Lawrence was standing beside a grave. He approached him. He looked at Romeo with wild eyes. He had dark circles under his eyes and his eyes were red, probably from crying. It was raining.
Romeo: Friar Lawrence! I heard the news! Where is her grave?! It was horrible! That news! Why are you crying? Her death is indeed very depressing! Oh, my love!
Friar Lawrence: I was not crying because of her death. I was crying because of her dress, It might be ruined! Besides, her dress does not suits the proper burial! It was red like the color of her lips! Good gracious!
Romeo stared at him blankly. 
Friar Lawrence: Oh! Don't mind me. Go along now. Her grave. Ah! here it is. (points to a grave beside him)
While Romeo was digging the grave, Friar Lawrence began to explain Juliet's plan. Romeo began to lift the coffin lid. 
Friar Lawrence: She's not yet dead you know, why are you so anxious to see her?
Romeo: What?! 
He looked at the Friar above him. It was his wrong move, because he slipped in the mud. and he landed face to face in a pile of bones. The skull seems to grin at him.
Romeo shrieked.
Friar Lawrence: Oops? Sorry. It was the grave beside this. Sorry Romeo.
Romeo: Tsk. Friar Lawrence!
Friar Lawrence: What?! I said I'm sorry!
He helped Romeo to get out of the grave. And Romeo began to dig again the grave, this time he was a hundred percent sure. He found Juliet who was beginning to stir a little. They helped Juliet get out. She held the lamp while the Friar helped Romeo.But then Paris arrived. Juliet turned to his direction with the lamp still in her hands.
Paris: Who--- AAAH!! A ghost! My dear mother! Oh my poor heart.
He was screaming wildly while running. In his clumsiness, he tripped in a rock and fell. But does not stop him from running.
Romeo and the Friar: What? What did just happen?
Juliet: That was rude! How can he be so mean? Do I look like ghost?
She turned around slowly still holding the lamp. Romeo and Friar Lawrence face turned as white as ashes. Friar Lawrence fell unconscious.
Juliet: What?
Romeo tried to lift his arm, although it was shaking like crazy
Romeo: Juliet, who's standing beside you?
Juliet looked at her side and found an old ladysmiling at her with her crooked teeth.
Romeo and Juliet screamed at the top of their lungs. They run towards each other unconsciously and banged their selves pretty hard, causing them to lose consciousness.
The old lady frowned.
Old Lady: That was rude! I was just about to greet them a good evening! Children this days!
And she walked away with her stick.



That would be great. But I cannot change it. I still love the real ending with some disappointment.

Saturday, July 7, 2012

Informal Theme #4 : What If It Ended Romantically, not Tragically?

   Romeo and Juliet. As we all know, this work of William Shakespeare ended up tragically. But what if it ended differently? Can their tragic love story turn into a fairy tale love story, where they live happily ever after? Will their love prevail? This questions haunt me. Suppose I am the the author, the ending will be like this: 
  
   Paris visited Juliet's tomb and made a sweet ritual. Just then, the Page whistled, signalling him that someone is approaching. He immediately hid in the darkness, eyeing the strangers intently. Romeo and Balthasar approached the grave together with Friar Lawrence. Since the letter was not sent, Friar Lawrence decided to look for Romeo himself. Luckily, they met along the way. He then, explained everything to Romeo. Paris watched in horror as they dug Juliet's tomb. "Why! That man is Romeo, the vanished one! And who is that?Isn't that Friar Lawrence?! Insolent Fools! How can they do that to Juliet's tomb," he said. " This must be reported to the Capulets and to the Prince. I will make sure that they will pay for it!." Together with the Page, they retreated silently in the darkness and went off to with the news.
   Meanwhile, Juliet woke up from her slumber and threw herself at her husband's embrace. They were about to leave, when The Capulets, the Prince and The Montagues, who were also called because of the involvement of his son, Romeo. They were shocked to see the supposed to be dead Juliet hand-in-hand with Romeo. They asked both to explain that instance. Juliet burst into tears while explaining between her sobs with the aid of Romeo. They stood there in silence, letting the words sink in. "Is it now clear to both of you, how meaningless your fight is? Even your children suffer! What? You want to shed more blood? You want to stain your children's hand with blood? Look at the poor and unfortunate ones! They were supposed to be innocent! Yet, they were involved!" Prince Escalus scolded. There were more silence. But then, the Capulets broke the eerie silence. They told them how sorry they were, so did the Montagues. Romeo and Juliet watched in relief. 
  Paris protested but he couldn't do anything. They decided to let Romeo and Juliet marry each other. Paris went home with grudge.  Along the way, he met Rosaline. And they fell in love with each other. 
   The tragic Romeo and Juliet turned into a happy one.

   It can be that way. But then, if it's not tragic, it will be boring and not interesting. So I preferred Shakespeare's version :) 

Sunday, July 1, 2012

Informal Theme #3 : Irreplaceable Treasure Everybody Possess

       A family. A simple treasure with infinite wonders. In the dictionary it goes as a group consisting a parent and children. If someone ask me the meaning of family, my answer will be this : A family does not simply mean that anyone with parents or children is one. Everyone can be a part of it. They are those who gives us warmth, love and care. It can't be sold, it can't be given to someone else and most of all, it can't be thrown away. The only thing a family needs to do, is to treasure, to improve and to keep it peaceful. They are important to us, even if some of us does not have the courage to admit it. They're with us when we celebrate for success, cry when we feel down, laugh when we are happy, guide us when we lose hope and go on a journey with us through the wonders of life.

    An ideal family. Everybody wishes to have their own. My ideal family is a simple one. A happy, peaceful, faithful, progressing, honest, caring, loving and strong family. I know someday I will achieve that kind of family. Some of my friends know that my family is broken. I am not proud of it. Anyone who has a broken family and goes around saying 'I'm proud and happy that my family is broken' is definitely crazy. As for me, I accepted it. I'll support them, whatever makes them happy. Even If it means of finding new partners in life. I understood their situation properly. I cannot say anymore details, since it's too confidential. I just don't want to lie.

     To the families all over the world, we salute you. Thank you for the things you've done for us. I know there are many challenges that you overcome and will overcome. Have faith to the Almighty God, and blessings will come. We love you.