Metamorphosis and Metastasis

Posted by JoeAm on September 15, 2016 · 39 Comments 

w By Andrew Lim Two big polysyllabic words. Nevertheless, it has made its way into mainstream use via different routes, one through early education, the other when illness strikes someone you know. Top of mind answer for metamorphosis is the butterfly, which starts as an icky itchyworm (sosyal for higad) and finishes as a work … Continue reading →

Category Culture and Arts, Education

5 Steps to Make the Most of Your Reading

Posted by JoeAm on September 14, 2016 · 29 Comments 

It is a pleasure to introduce James Sia as a guest author here at the Society of Honor. He brings the wisdom of youth to the blog, something that we of many years may at times fail to appreciate. James resides in Mindanao and has been following our discussions for some time. The subject matter of his … Continue reading →

Category Culture and Arts, Education, Family/Parenting/Children, Literature

A Short Analysis of “Bato sa Buhangin”

Posted by edgar lores on September 6, 2016 · 103 Comments 

x By Edgar Lores The Tagalog song, “Bato sa Buhangin” is a collaboration between composer Ernani Cuenco (1936 – 1988) and lyricist Roberto Nicolas Rigor (1946 – 2016). The song has been covered by several singers and bands, notably Cinderella, Ogie Alcasid, Didith Reyes, and Mark Bautista. Rigor, whose nickname is “Snaffu,” wrote many other hits such … Continue reading →

Category Culture and Arts, Education, Literature

The Akashic Records

Posted by edgar lores on September 1, 2016 · 269 Comments 

w By Edgar Lores Have you heard of the Akashic Records? I am almost sure you have as I have mentioned it a couple of times in my comments here at The Society. I first came across the term in college many moons ago when I read about Edgar Cayce (1877-1945).  Cayce is the famous … Continue reading →

Category Culture and Arts, Education, Literature, Religion

Now accepting nominations! Category: Best theme song for Philippine governance

Posted by JoeAm on July 20, 2016 · 132 Comments 

w Philippine Music Awards! w Now accepting nominations! Category: Best theme song for Philippine governance First nominee, “Gentle Murders” by Rage     Gentle Murders Artist: Rage Album: Carved In Stone Genre: Rock Dirty is the road to fame Plastered with unlucky victims Deadly if you get the blame focused on you You can play your … Continue reading →

Category Culture and Arts, Entertainment, Philippine Government