POETRY: DECLAMATION PIECE, POEMS, SPEECH

DRESS DILEMMA Oh, man. I really didn't want to wear this. I don't think I can do this. What kind of outfit is this anyway? This isn't my style. I should've worn a loose top and sweatpants but why this? I hate dresses. Mom makes me wear dresses. Doesn't she know how difficult it is for me? And what is with these shoes? They're called heels, right? What is with this makeup? It feels heavy. What is with this hairstyle? It's so girly. UGH! How can one dress ruin my day? It's so short and fabulous and I hate it. Fabulous... hmmph! I despise that word. I grew up liking boyish things. I'm a girl, yes. I will be a woman in the future but that doesn't give the woman who labored me any right to make me wear such a hideous thing. Mom thinks I will have guys go wild with my appearance. I don't want that. Mom thinks I have a curvy body. Gosh, that's probably because I go to the gym. DUH! Mom thinks I should comb my hair more. Fat chance! I hate th...

THE NEW ME This is the new me you'll never expect. This is the new me you'll never want to see. I did everything for you. I risked everything for you. I made everything right for you. I tried to look beautiful. I stayed up late. I spent this much. I stepped. I rain. I fell. I crossed. I climbed. I did everything. And it's all because of you. I cried all night. I wasted my years. I prayed for a miracle but nothing happened. Nothing I ever did ever made you like me. Not my messages, not my phone calls, not my gifts nor my looks. Not my efforts, not my promises, not my soul or my life. So this is the new me. This is the new me you have to see. Wait until you realize just how much you hurt me. Did you know I fought for you? I would've killed for you. I would've died for you. But you could never love me. It's sickening to know that one's efforts can never be appreciated. What is it about me you couldn't like? Am I fat? Am I short? Am I boring? Is it because I...

Be My True Friend Hey! Are you a good friend? Are you a True Friend? A friend that will never leave me? It is you? If it is, then... Can you be my friend? I needed a friend like you, not like them. They are my Friend when they need me. I can still remember when they ignore me. "Hey girl, can you come with me?" I ask my friend. "Wait for us" they replied. So as what they've said. I waited, wait for the time, but one hour has passed. They didn't come back. So I turned to my other friend whose doing nothing. "Hey guys, can you come with me?" I asked. "sorry, we were busy" they replied. I feel alone. I feel Ignored. I feel Rejected. I want to cry but I can't and I don't want them to see me crying just because of rejection. I ran away from them and went to the rooftop.   "BUSY? BUSY, STALKING WITH YOUR CRUSH!?" "YOUR CRUSH DOESN'T LIKE YOU, SO STOP ASSUME" "I WAITED! I WAITED FOR AN HOUR BUT.... BUT WHERE...

Please... not HELL Huh? Where am I? What is this place? Fire? Fire? A Lake of Fire? Everywhere! Ouch! Water… I need water, please. I hate being here, this place is so hot, I’m hurting. Oh no! no… worms!… Stay away from me. You damn worms! No! Don’t eat my flesh. Stop! Where am I? Why I’m here! I…I- don’t belong here.. Get me out of here. Don’t you know me? I’m Cass Alanan. A superstar, A world famous model and a President’s daughter. I’m rich, beautiful and most of all powerful. What? Am I happy? You’re asking me if I’m happy..? Of course, I am, I have all the riches in this world. Riches… but not peace, not joy, not even love… But who needs that? I don’t need that… i’m rich I can buy anything and everything I want. My parents were always busy, they don’t love me. My friends… well, they’re just a bunch of losers. They want me because they can use my money and my fame. No joy, just a bunch of… Loosers and USERS! And my boyfriend? huh! Another USER! I thought he is the only person in ...

"Juvenile Delinquent" Am I a juvenile delinquent? I’m a teenager, I’m young, young at heart in mind. In this position, I’m carefree, I enjoy doing nothing but to drink the wine of pleasure. I seldom go to school, nobody cares!. But instead you can see me roaming around. Standing at the nearby canto (street). Or else standing beside a jukebox stand playing the nerve tickling bugaloo. Those are the reasons, why people, you branded me delinquent, a juvenile delinquent. My parents ignored me, my teachers sneered at me and my friends, they neglected me. One night I asked my mother to teach me how to appreciate the values in life. Would you care what she told me? "Stop bothering me! Can’t you see? I had to dress up for my mahjong session, some other time my child". I turned to my father to console me, but, what a wonderful thing he told me. "Child, here’s 500 bucks, get it and enjoy yourself, go and ask your teachers that question". And in school, I heard n...

"Be Back Soon"   It has been four years since he left. I never liked the idea. We never agreed. I tried to stop him, but it was his dream to serve. What can I do? Nothing, nothing at all, but to surrender even if it's hard. "The troop decided to send me." That's the last thing I wanted to hear. Holding back, trying to be calm, I couldn't be silenced. "Do you have an idea what could happen while you're there? Or, are you even concerned about me? I can't do this without you!" "This is a mission!" "Is it that hard to say no?" " I cant let my team down! I can't let my nation down!" "So, that's it?"   "Don't you worry, I'll be back soon. Who knows? Maybe one day, you'll wake up and see me right beside you." "But, What if? Or......." "Sssshhhhh.......No, I'll be fine." Eyes covered with tears, warm embrace, that's what I remember. The promise ...

"MEMORIES" Nothing compares to having a family, a complete, happy family. I am proud to have had one. Unforgettable memories of a sweet childhood, growing up with pure love and affection, so many people wanted to have. I was nourished with hope, that someday I'll have something more than I've expected. My parents gave me everything. They wanted me to have the best of endless possibilities. I owe my life to them. I am nothing without them. They are the reason why I have a fighting spirit, to finish what I've started, to give my best everytime and never give up in times of troubles. It was my time to serve them. I am young and free, but why should I push myself to this responsibility? Why?.....because in this life, you can never tell when your closing ceremony is about to arrive. But it was over before I've started. "God, why did you take them from me?" "You're so unfair!" "Why them?" "Take me instead!" They were gone....

"ME AGAINST YOU" I can't breathe in this white uniform. It's so tight. Release me. Well, Thank yo for your kind words. I know, right. I already expected this. I'm not surprised. Oh! I haven't introduced myself to some of you. For those who don't know me, which only a few don't, I'm Genuino Ontangco,a smart young man or I should say, a genius. Do you need someone to answer your problems? I'm the perfect person to approach. You asked why? Because, I know everything. Give me those equations, I'll simplify it. Give me those problems, I'll solve it. Give me that piece, I'll correct it. Oh............ It feels good to be a genius Sometimes I wondered, maybe if I was born a long time ago, then I would have created all the inventions in this world. Maybe yes! Maybe.................yes! Why can't I? I know everything, remember? Hahahahaha My mother calls me Gene, my nickname. She has been my inspiration,or i mean assistant ever since. H...

“Vengeance Is Not Ours, It’s God’s” Alms, alms, alms. Spare me a piece of bread. Spare me your mercy. I am a child so young, so thin, and so ragged.Why are you staring at me? With my eyes I cannot see but I know that you are all staring at me. Why are you whispering to one another? Why? Do you know my mother? Do you know my father? Did you know me five years ago? Yes, five years of bitterness have passed. I can still remember the vast happiness mother and I shared with each other. We were very happy indeed. Suddenly, five loud knocks were heard on the door and a deep silence ensued. Did the cruel Nippon’s discover our peaceful home? Mother ran to Father’s side pleading. “Please, Luis, hide in the cellar, there in the cellar where they cannot find you,” I pulled my father’s arm but he did not move. It seemed as though his feet were glued to the floor. The door went “bang” and before us five ugly beasts came barging in. “Are you Captain Luis Santos?” roared the ugliest of them all. “Yes,...

MY REVENGE "Never have I thought of reaching this place. All my dreams turned to reality. I have everything that I wanted. It's great to have everything you've worked for." That's what they all say. All of them are hypocrites, trying to escape the judgment of the public's eyes. But, they can't fool me. I know how they got their positions. If only I could expose what I know. But now is not the right time. I still have to prove something. I used to be in that position, the greatest prize in the world. But now, here in the dump, not even remembered, already misunderstood. I'm just a victim of this judgmental world, never did any harm, just misunderstood. If you want to invest, i would be glad to see you. If you don't have anything good to say, don't dare cross my way. That's just how it goes. The circulation continues. When you are rich, everybody wants to get a piece of you. All of them wants to pull you down. being hot in the public's ...

Promise Land "Where am I?" "Is this the real world?" A lot of things are on my mind. I may be young and innocent, but not ignorant. I can clearly see what's present. I can only imagine life when the world was first created, a beautiful scene yet to be exploited.A dash of green and blue then add the bright yellow sunshine that lights up the day. God gave us a world full of promise. He wanted us to use it, take care of it and make sure that there is plenty for everybody. The water is not blue as it was. The air we breath is not healthy anymore. The forest that used to be rich and full, nowhere to be seen. Dead Denuded Destroyed "What happened to the promised land?" "How dare we ruin it!" "Look at it people! look at it!" "If the world could only speak, it would tell us how much it hurts." "All of us can do something but not everyone is willing to do it." "Now, I can't imagine what the future holds." L...

"WHEN REALITY STRIKES" Everything starts with a dream, a dream that can be our inspiration to accomplish our goals. When we were children, we've always hoped that we can serve our nation someday and be part of the progression of our country. I've always dreamt of being someone who could make a difference, many people doubted me and thought otherwise. As time goes by, that dream faded away. Each day was a dreadful sight, the coward side of me that didn't dare to hold on. I can't do it anymore. I told myself, "Why do I have to suffer like this? It's not fair!" Tick....tock....tick...tock.... hearing the sound of the clock made it worst.   I had my chance, just didn't take it. Now, reality speaks with a familiar sound. LIFE! IS! GREAT! "What" "Are you serious?" "If this is the life that was planned for me, then I wouldn't want to go on!" "Go ahead and end it!" "It wouldn't even make a differ...

"Before It's Over" A wide smile painted her blank canvass as she expressed her excitement to face the next chapter. "I'm happy." "I definitely am." "Don't think of me." "You might get in trouble" In a world where you stand out against the others, that's where I belong. To fight for a place where freedom is limited, that's what I've done. To be accepted for what you've suffered, that's what I've experienced To feel that you're in, there's nothing better. She's my friend, the best that I have. Seeing her go through the deafening silence while blind-folded, made me feel uneasy inside.   The will to help easily diminished as I remembered my recent acceptance to the society. Only those on the top of the chain can tell you what to do. As hard as it seems, there's no other option. It's hard to see her getting trashed, but there's nothing that I can do. Tears fell on her burning eyes ...

"Desired Freedom" Mando Psst..... Come here! Yes, you! I want you. Don't be scared, it's just you and me now. Besides, you're already paid. It's 4am, and I'm walking pass the blinking lights of shattered freedom, trying to figure out my worth. With eyes wide open, I can't seem to think. As I approach the sanctuary of guilt, my body just turned ice cold. Psst..... It's that sound again. Please make it stop! For the past 2 years that I've been doing this, nothing seems to make sense. That musky scent that makes me shiver, suddenly covered the air. I'm done for the day. Looking back on the days when my soul was pure, I can't help but smile. I still remember the sweet memories of my younger days, when all that I have is free. Oh, those were the days. I guess the truth is, I can no longer go back. But, did I really have that liberty? I guess i did, cause it still hurts. Psst.... It's 4am, and I'm still here, trying to stop what I ca...

"Deep" Mando It's like this, everyday. Nothing has changed. I wake up, surprised, knowing that I'm still alive, thinking that it's already over, only to find out that it's not. Heavy breathing followed the overwhelming reality that your body is moving, you're still thinking, and your eyes can still see all the things that you wish you didn't see. It's not yet over. The game is still ongoing And I'm just here waiting, waiting for the last signal to erupt, waiting for a confirmation that it's all done. But I guess it's different. The rules have changed. Now, you have to pretend that you're fine, even if your mind is exploding with negativity that seems heavier than a boulder. You have to smile even though the heart can't seem to find a justifiable reason to move the muscle on your lips. You have to make them believe that you're not struggling with the reality of life. You have to be fine. That's the hardest part. I'm n...

“Conscience” I wept, I cried so hard. But this tears can’t bring back my sister to life. My being brought here by my conscience. I want to ask forgiveness. But can she still hear? O heart, forgive me for what I have done, please bring peace to mind. Dry leaves were crushed down below. As if to freshen my memories that her life perished because of my selfishness. She was my only sister. Since our childhood, I always believed that I was the favorite of our dad. One night, while I was facing all about to the mirror, with my micro mini, I puffed powder, when I saw Luisa’s face, reflecting in the mirror. "You can’t get out tonight, Lucille." I heard a threatening tone from her. I turned to her, but I can’t resist at her sharp stare at me. "And who says so, my dear sister?" "We are to celebrate Momma’s death anniversary, you know that don’t you?" In a relaxed and condescending voice, I replied "well I don’t care. I’m going out to party tonight!" Then ...

“A Glass of Cold Water” Everybody calls me young, beautiful, wonderful. Am I? Look at my hair, my lips, my red rosy cheeks and a pair of blinkering eyes. I remember, somebody says that I look like my mother that I look like my mother. But that when she was young. Now, I am much lovelier than she is. I’m a mortal Venus. Oops! What time is it? I must get ready for the party! Beep-beep…!A-huh! Here they are! Yes, I’m coming! "Child, are you still there?" "Hmp! That’s my mama" "Child, are you still there? Will you please get me a glass of cold water?" "Mama, I’m in a hurry!" "Please child, try to get me a glass of cold water." "Mama, please, try to get it on your own." "Please child, try to get me a glass of cold water!" At the party, I danced and danced the whole night. You see, I can’t leave the party at once. I have to danced with everybody who proposed to me. At last, the party is over. I’m very tired. Ve...

I Demand Death My hands are wet with blood. They are crimsoned with the blood of a man I have just killed. I have come here today to confess. I have committed murder, deliberate, premeditated murder. I have killed a man in cold blood. That man is my master. I am here not to ask for pity but for justice simple, elementary justice. I am a tenant... My father was a tenant before me and so was his father before him. This misery is my inheritance and perhaps this will be my legacy to my children. I have labored on a patch of land not mine. But I have learned to love that land, for it is the only thing that lies between me and complete destitution. It is the only world that I have learned to cherish. And somewhere on that land I have managed to build what is now the dilapidated nipa shack that has been home to me.I have but a few worldly possessions, mostly rags. My debts are heavy. They are sum total of my ignorance and the inspired arithmetic of my master, which I do not understand. ...

Taken For Granted “Christians? Christians?” Have you heard that call? They’re looking for me. That’s definitely me. You’re in doubt and Why? You want me to give you proofs? Oh! That’s very easy. Who told you to doubt that I am a Christian?I am a Christian! How?I went to church. I pray. I have my religion. I read the Bible. I love kids and I am giving them what they want. I sing gospel songs. Now you’re telling me that you are in doubt?How dare you to question me? Can’t you see? Or Are you blind? I am the true definition of a Christian. You’re so pathetic; you don’t have the right to question me that way? What?! You want to ask me more?!… I’ll think about it for a second. Hmhm… Ok! I’m sure I’ll be able to answer all your questions fluently. Go… Ask me…. You’re asking me if I go to church every Sunday?! I told you… I GO TO CHURCH… ahmm b-bu-but not every Sunday. Every other Sunday I guess that’s fine with the Lord. Why?! I-I-I have a project every other Sunday. Yes r-r-right, I have...

The Rich Man and the Poor Man “Food and money I give to you,Why do you shout so mercilessly When I give you your part?”queried the rich man. The poor man replied: “Your question you cannot answer For from pain and agony you are free, But I have suffered and borne The situation that I don’t like to be in.” “That I couldn’t understand Because life for me is easy; I take this and take that, And life is just what I want it to be.” consented the rich man. “Comfort your mind, rich man,with realities of death. Your wealth I do not envy For you cannot buy eternity with money.If to live happily is to live in hypocrisy, Then I prefer to be silly so I would be holy. Life you love so much you will lose And only then will you understand What agony is,” the poor man shouted. “Ha! Ha! Ha! You say so For you desire this place of mine. Indulgence you have clouded with reason But I understand because of your situation.” boastfully the rich man said. Outraged the poor man answered:“How pitiful the pers...