State Of the Nation Address (Reaction)

     President Benigno Aquino's 4th State of the Nation Address was delivered last July 22, 2013 at the Senate. It is considered the longest SONA in post-1986. It took him approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes to deliver it.

     He spoke on the improvements of Philippines specifically on the achievements made, allied from his previous SONA.

     Some says it's simple yet meaningful, others say it's quite long and boring. Though lengthy, he still lacked to tackle deeper issues regarding the theme of his address and concerns that really matter. In his speech, no job declaration was mentioned. Proven by some analysts, he also did not have a say on human rights. The fuming issue on political dynasty and the solutions on military disputes were not also mentioned. It also had clips which in fact is not affecting the majority.

     Most of his political promises are still in progress, some are done and gradual reforms are already visible, but some aren't given enough actions yet. It's true that leading a country and improving it do not take only one, two, or hundreds of days. I know it, and I'd consider that.

    Overall, the State of the Nation Address of Honorable President Benigno Aquino III was great. I am hoping that every word in there would be visible as soon as possible and that it will still continue even after his term.

Nutrition Month Celebration

 

DepEd celebrates Nutrition month, this July, with  the participation of all schools (private and public) nationwide. This year, the theme for the nutrition month is "Gutom at malnutrisyon, Sama-sama Nating Wakasan". 

Objectives of the 2013 Nutrition Month Celebration    

a) increase awareness on hunger issues and actions to mitigate hunger and malnutrition; 

b) encourage stakeholders to contribute in addressing hunger issues; and 

c) advocate for stronger political action to end hunger.

Poverty is the raging problem experienced by Filipinos. It brings a more serious obstacle for us to handle. It is famine which also leads to malnutrition . 

Financial problem is the number one cause by which people do not get enough food they need. Indolence, lack of job and knowledge, and unawareness are the main causes of poverty. So, for us to be able to solve the problem on malnutrition we need to get rid of the root of all these problems - poverty.

Everyone should be more diligent to attain higher standards of living. Also, the government should pay more attention and put more actions about the financial issues the country faces.

After solving the issue on poverty, the last thing needed is to be aware. 

Young as we are, we can help solve the problem on malnutrition with awareness. With this, we can encourage and inform other people regarding issues about health. So, let's all help end malnutrition progressively :)