UP Naming Mahal

The clip above was sung by The UP Concert Chorus and I think is one of the best renditions of the UP anthem. The last time I sang this song was during my sister’s graduation from law school and I remember feeling smug rising from my chair as this song was sung while the othersians, unworthy, stayed seated on their chair. I am also filled with pride every time I raise my right fist in sync to the song as the anthem ends. I just love UP!

UP Quezon Hall

University of the Philippines Oblation

And maybe because I also want to share my pictures of UP too

Flower on Concrete

I took this picture early April when the wind was still chilly and spring was just about on its way to start. I was taking the daily route from my apartment to my office when I found these beauties growing between the cracks of a concrete wall. It was a cold, cold morning. I had woken up on the wrong side of the bed… or should I say futon and I was practically grumbling about everything there is to life. I was taken aback when I saw these flowers. It must have been hard for these flowers to survive given their harsh environment but they are alive and they are beautiful nonetheless. Their grey, solid and rough background makes them stand out more. How is that for beauty amidst adversity!  I went to my office with a lighter heart and a spring to my step. Didn’t know flowers could have that effect on me but I’m glad I was inspired