Youth's Salad Days
- Eager Beaver
- May 18, 2018
- 4 min read
My block mate in college, Rain Nuyda, had been subservient both in civic & religious groups. She conveyed their Diocesan endeavor to Ligao (Albay) where it contagiously multiplied like a disease. In a blink of an eye, the YOUTHS were sailing the same boat, marking “Ligao Youth Christian Movement (LYCM)” their flagship.
The organization had a remarkable quantity with hundred quality members of students & young professionals from all quarters of the realm. If competitions were common then among institutes & societies with opposite interests, LYCM had a grasp that simply bound contenders. The link was restless…producing first-rate comrades (even non-members) up to this day. I’m pinning them down with labels:
Lala Presentacion- The crème-of- the-crop…the ever humble yet thriving mom & educator. Calzada Boys:Jigs, Steve, Dan, Tony, Tolek, Rod, Toti, Theody, Mikey Boy, Sandro---the walking toolbox; the muscle of the union; the ever-dependable show boys in the hour of need! You just couldn’t beat the unity.
Jagie Samonte- “Who says Ladies aren’t accepted in the Seminary?” Well, she pursues a career under its roof as admin staff. One who gives life again to Maria Clara, Jagie is (in no doubt) fragile.
Cherry Peralta- whose voice like a chipmunk’s (no longer audible) & whose step like a turtle’s, was an earnest buddy.
Marife Ramirez- Close to how her sister, Lanie, was to me, Mafe made even.
Moning Jocom- The looks… the acumen…the stout…boxed-up in ONE! My relative who’s relatively visible online; USA tenant with an oily tongue; somebody who could be all ears from miles away…Mon is a friend for keeps.
Glen Letada- Another sharp mind in a queue, Glen’s principles were incomparable. We became best chums for so long.
Nikki Prollamante- sounds braggart (bag of wind) and carelessly spinning tact without thinking, but I could just tolerate such…he’d been there for me.
Loreilyn Orendain- The beauty, the singer, the ethical behavior…she’s just everybody’s favorite.
Mikmik Jocom- I could cite only a couple of acquaintances with Mikmik when he arrived from the USA…and finally gave him the nod of an assured friendship that would go the distance---in fact, that line of transmission has never cut shorted…never!
Sherwin Ordiales- Even prior to being his lecturer in catechism, Uya was girls’ shining armor and one who gave life to fairy tales. He faces life with happy disposition, a good cook, a steadfast family man, and everybody’s BFF (not only on salad days).
Cris Alvarado- A sharp cookie who could speak volumes. One who has a wide-array of capabilities- be it graphic designing, content writing, or playing instrument. My cousin, Cris, also has a saintly face that makes him esteemed.
Budek Lladoc- His principle in self-education is highly sweeping off his feet. Certainly the brain that works for entrepreneurship and rich ideas for logical conversations, Budek has certain standards that might not be on your favor. Surely, his appetite is infectious…just love to swallow and digest with him!!!
Mark Mijares- never a couch potato---the ever dependable torso who needs a bulk of food to fuel him up. One who’s a prone-braggart, yet the association is somehow linked to his humor. Upun’s presence can never be rebuffed; he’ll surely make a BIG BANG!
Joms Deypalan- I personally soft soap him for his silence and disciplined gesture, not until you lit his hidden dynamite. My father did like him for consistently well behaving.
Mike Garcia- Probably the most explored mortal…the voyager across the pond…somebody who wished to venture into entrepreneurship, politics, and grazing land. He’s upfront about causes and effects of success.
Aboy Torres- Teenagers nowadays might look senior than him. Gifted with a fine skin tone, Aboy seems exhibiting a number of girlfriends simultaneously. Amongst several pals’ domiciles, his house is the closest to mine.
Xavier Colle- Probably the face that’s too youthful for his height. Owning a wonderful daughter, a new Nursing license, and assured resources…Xav is known for his kindheartedness.
Panget Barrameda- One who has nerves of steel…oftentimes unaffected within his comfort zone. Unpredictable kindness and unassuming silence; his talents are enormous. Maybe what’s lacking is a self-drive.
Brigs Bringino- Putting his best foot forward overseas is equivalent to his personal move as well. One who serves as spice in his group’s laughing matter, Brigs (as I could recall) was a hard court star.
Sader Roberto- One who’d been visible at home beyond swings and roundabouts. His loyalty to me was round the clock.
Jo Francis Prollamante- Younger version of his brother, Nikki, who has an equally sharp tongue. Just like the latter, paying visit whenever I’m around isn’t overlooked.
Ate Eden Obra- The most senior, the most spiritual, the most reserved, the most untouched, yet the most active of all. She’s everybody’s Ate who could simply run the show with her outdated initiatives.
Farah Ruivivar- I had good memories with Pam, being all ears for my narratives and open arms for my Achilles’ heel. Though she permanently turned her back, she’s unforgotten.
Alexis Garces- The lost boy in the high weeds…bright mind in the dark corner. He laid his cards to me as he turned into an assertive youngster.
Mike Garces- Lala’s brother, the sentimental big mammal and the trustworthy companion who would do the backing up for you.
Poloy- The gold-man...almost hanging with pals just to be drunk as a lord.
Alex Sto. Tomas- Known for possessing a perfect set of teeth...well, what would you expect being bred by the family of dentists? I've been his mentor since his high school years---just couldn't utter much but all praises for me! One who hardly attained self-confidence, yet passed the PT Boards easily! I still hold on to this recollection...of all male associates I've had, he's the most open to me.
TO BE CONTINUED…
COMMENTS:
CHIE TUMAMAC said...
can't wait to read about me yikes
CRIS ALVARADO said...
A true friend knows your weaknesses but shows you your strengths;Feels your fears but fortifies your faith;Sees your anxieties but frees your spirit;Recognizes your disabilities but emphasizes your possibilities.Yan si Andy!!!hehehe...tara mo musta na??!!!
MIKMIK JOCOM said...
wow! its an honor to testify for this amazing cuz'n and friend. He accept me and welcome me to he's home,specially at the bar section ahah... very hospitality!!shy type! with a hidden talent...my source of information (chika)my free bo0st at there bar .you can rely on dis doode big tym.. i describe him a very dedicated and motivate to hes career, im proud of your goal oriented mind who never stop seeking success in life...just keep it up and may all the blessing be with you .. mik
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