Short story: Lost Avenue

In a crowded and muddy place called Lost Avenue, there lived a man
named abesh, who hates loveor anything called Love. On the other hand, spring is
one of the followers of CupidThe God of Love, who was deprived to have her wings
and to be called an Immortal follower of God Cupid himself. Spring must find a
mortal being who never developed Love in himself/herself and help that person to
realize that indeed, Love truly exist.
In finding this hopeless mortal, spring must meet abesh in the Lost Avenue
where people are always frowning, angry, and seemed not to smile even a bit.
Abesh was in the midst of his longing for his mother who was abducted and killed by
the villagers because they thought his mother was a witch. He found this
enchanting beauty of spring, who was struggling and searching for someone. A
sudden slow motion effect shocked in the mindset of Abesh as spring was pulling
back her Sunkist hair with aid of fresh wind touching the surface of her fair-toned
skin. Now a stone-hearted abesh seemed to bring his heartbeat back to life and
eventually; slowly though, the sense of Love was fulfilled to the chemistry he felt
the first time he saw spring. Both souls fated to unite, established friendship, and
finally, they had fallen in love for each others company. Spring was indeed
successful that she was able to introduce abesh what Love is all about. God Cupid
knew what is happening to the earth and was able to realize that spring
accomplished her task so well. The God of Love sent a flying letter to spring
expressing that she must return to Olympus for her duty is long overdue.
Spring decided to partway with abesh because if she cant go back to
Olympus within 1 hour, abesh will be back into his old attitude and take for granted
all the memories they had for each other. Spring sent her remaining 1 hour of
talking and strolling by the shore with her lover but Abesh himself do not have any
idea what is happening. As abesh was about to sleep because of the tiring afternoon
bond, spring left him with a bubbly but sad smile, murmuring sweet Goodbye.
In Olympus, the God of Love, Cupid, offered spring a drink called Ambrosia
that could transform her into a full immortal. Before drinking the potion, spring
reminisce all the good memories she had with abesh. The moment she drinks the
ambrosia, all the memories she had in her mind will be swept off and can no longer
be retrieved. With this, spring drank the potion and became a loyal follower of
Cupid. As a proof, the wingscolorful wings popped out on her back with her
astonishing look that signifies new and replenished being. Abesh was awakened
from a sleep and remembered all the memories and the girl with her name; but not
the feelings anymore. He had this spring, whom only in his dream can only be found
yes, it was only a dream after all. Three years had passed, Abesh grown in a
perfect manhood. Until these days, he cannot forget a dream he had, way back then
when he was still a childthe mysterious spring of his desire. After his last period in
class, Friday afternoon, he went to his past living place, Lost Avenue, which is

actually now one of the most prestigious subdivisions in their town. While roaming
around the place, she saw an adorable girl biking around the area. He was amazed
seeing this beautiful young woman who looks familiar to him. He then reminisced
spring and compared her with the girl in bike. He asked her name and shockingly,
the girl answered winter is my nameIronically, Spring was the name of the girl in
his dream. They became friends and savor every moment together. After all, with
their good companionship, the two souls united as one.
BALLAD
Melancholic

A simple child with simple dreams

Yet hard to reach as though it seems,
Settled his living fantasy;
In the midst of his childhood memory.

As I grew older, something had changed,

I was that of a stranger in peoples eyes
Seeing them makes me feel sigh,
Inferiority in me terribly raged.

Yes, I have my father

But he never even cares to bother;
Seizing the day we are together,
Where there might have a sweet endeavor.

Dark confusion was banished,

When I met these friends of mine,
My confidence have furnished
They were always in my mind.

Chorus:
Well I think it wont be easy,
For me to light up what I carry
Shedding my tears, closing my eyes,
Now thats a great surprise (2x)
Back to being stranger
Can anyone share a little?
Those memories to be remember
Of a College life never broke, never brittle.

Stress, pressure, insecurity

What more can I ask this College?
More than curiosity,
I bet this is my edge.

(Back to chorus)

Sonnet: Misery called Love

Love is compassion; sometimes illusion,
Love is a soul; a soulful confusion.
What exactly should I suppose to do?
though I am not the one enough for you.
The caresses I takethe smell I breathe
I linger to your loving possession.
I lust, I love, I feel your skin beneath
Your angle of different position.
Thee kryptonite, you have been dear to me,
This unfailing fate is not meant to be,
For thy loving affair is for others;
This, I take as part of my blessed curse.
This notion is a misery called love;
Sentiment from Supreme ruler above.

Autobiography
August 8, 1996 at exactly 02:00 pm, in a delivery room of Bacolod Provincial
Hospital, I was born. My parents were Daisy P. Obligar and Bobito P. Obligar. I have
my older sister named Daisy P. Obligar, who is one year older than me. Honestly, as
we grew older, we never had an intimacy because we have opposite attitude. Well,
its quite confusing hearing these words because I was born and raised in a family
which has a positive perspectives in life which eventually, made me a humorous
and happy individual. My family settled in Brgy. Sum-ag, Bacolod City. We are living
in this particular place for almost fifteen years. Imagine? Fifteen years of vast
happiness I was into with.
One of the most interesting hobbies that probably I considered during pasttime is to talk with myself. Funny but a great time for me is what makes me even
more confident because there are instances and confrontations that I cannot
express wholeheartedly, so I tend only to talk to myself. Facebooking is also one
of my hobbies and this is my stress reliever every pressure hours of my schedule. I
graduated in Elementary in Education and Training Center School (ETCS-1). During
high school years, Negros Occidental High School was my stepping-stone. Now that
I am taking the step for college degree, I decided to enroll to one of the most
prestigious universities in NegrosUniversity of Saint La Salle, taking up Bachelor of
Science in Secondary Education, major in English.
I have so much to thank God for giving me this positive life. I have many
lessons learned. One of these was to take a risk. I take an extra mile to pursue
with patience and determination because after all, we are the ones embodying our
own ideal life. Being mature in every decision is also my wisdom in life. This
maturity (in all aspects) made me a better person, a son, and a disciple of God. Now
that I am in good hands with my family and friends, I strongly believe that these
struggle and hard work will be paid off by Gods will.

Write ups
#1
I remember my childhood years way back 2005. Its quite too long since Ive
encountered this beautiful experience I had. Me and my friend namely; Chino,
Dionedel, and Markwhom I always cherish every time we visit our favorite place
just located meters away from home. Our place is grounded with lakes and fisheries
then. In this kind of setting, we tend to have fun with the jellyfishes floating around
the surface of the waters. Each one of us has a bicycle. These bicycles are
somewhat we imagined as our future racing cars: childhood stuffs and the like.
I dont remember the feelings I had for that special person way back then.
Funny as it seems, but yes, we met through this good friend of mine who was very
fascinated to provide me good memoriesit is not what its meant to be. I admit, I
was attracted the first time I saw her on the internet, provided by Facebook. We had
that fling thing that widened my perspectives in a relationship. The lesson Ive
learned to her is that, before you commit something to someone, know better
yourself first and distinguish the difference of fling and love

hahaha youre so cute kuya Neo. Its good to know that you already have
flings before. Woooah!
-Roxanne Lambon

#2
I think that I started my day with a huge smile. It seems that the sun shines
in a very beautiful scene. I truly thank God for the positive ambiance, friends, and
feelings I am embodying. I woke up this morning with tiring eyes due to the dance
practices last night. I guess its just a challenge for me because this made me
render my well beingsacrifices and efforts for an instance. Such a great morning
to start with an abundant smiles of people surrounds mea utopian world indeed.

I dont think that I cannot do all my school works for this day. I cannot
explain what was happening to me. Am I getting high? Is this my world? Well,
these questions bother my mind until one good friend of mine saying did I miss
someone? Smiling, I just think of something I deservepositive lifepositive me.

You are really a positive thinker, keep it up! Your positivity can influence
others
-Rohama Cabia
#3
I am drawn to people who have good sense of humor and moral attitude
towards treating other people. I am used to admire these kinds of people simply
because they reflect for who I am personally. I like those who are ready to face other
peoples negative and positive personality without jumping to any conclusion or
judgment. In addition, people who are wise enough to establish companionship
inferior to them. They are the ones who could understand my thoughtseven in a
simple way.
I am not drawn to people who are not capable of accepting oneself. They
are the ones who give extra efforts just to beautify their on appearance towards the
public. I just dont like someone seeing them facing others with sophisticated look
which hinders the reality in them.

Good personality you have.

-Jordan

#4
I refuse to take the act which should be portrayed in our play in Theater and
Stage Arts. The question is to kiss or not to kiss? But since its just a play, it might
give me the confidence and enough courage to accept the challenge because this is
just act; no emotional attachment nor personal intention involved. In the contrary, I
have this second thought in my religious belief that to be engaged in these premarital activity might question my true Christian faith. I believe that that kiss must
be sacred and must rendered to the one you truly love. Well, its a matter of choice
between my ego and Godagain. This decision should have personal discernment
involve.

I understand. Good job in writing your thoughts.

-Anna Maraat

#5
I plan to have an escape afyter all these school works which made me feel
stressed and pressured. I believe this wont be the last since another Holiday is yet
to comeChristmas season. All of the school stuffs: projects, exams, and quizzes
will be piled up before the vacation. It seems that my alter ego is saying that
Cheat! Have a break! well, thats the devil in me although of course, I wont do
that for I have my eyes set on my studies.

You must be very tired. Give yourself a break. Love yourself. Pamper yourself
sometimes. Trust me, it helps.
-Kyzeah Coleen Tababa

#6
The real reason for this season is the birth of our savior Lord Jesus Christ.
I t seems that most of the Christians take for granted all of His graces and sacrifices
for the salvation of the Human raise. Ironically, every Christmas season, children
tend to ask some gifts from Santa Clause, who was indeed famous for his slay full of
gifts. Unfortunately, these young individuals reject Jesus in a way that they dont
even care if theres a mass going on in their particular pastoral churches. Let us all
be glad that every December 25, the one who made this season possible is Jesus
Christ.

Merry Christmas! Next time, speak from your heart. It works that way. You tend to
conform with the normto what is usual. Dont hesitate; speak what your heart
wants to shout. Free your self. Youl see why. Have a joyful Holiday ahead.
-Kyzeah Coleen Tababa

#7
Another year had passedanother chance to live my life better than before.
This is an opportunity that will somehow strengthen my potentials and skills toward
my ideal endeavor I will encounter. Yes, I mean it; I am not good in handling money
or finances. No doubt, I can spend a lot of budget just to satisfy my cravings in
foodsI badly waste money for that. This issue is going to be my first problem that
should be resolve. Instead of buying foods that are not needed, I promise to

myself that I must render my money to save money through a mini bank. I hope it
will help me reduce my finances issues.

Try to think first of the consequences before you spend your money and control
yourself not to buy what is not really needed.
-Nolan Dusaran

#8
2015 as the year of the poor was that of an inspiring message to all of the
unfortunate people in the Philippines. During the visit of Pope Francis, personally, I
can feel the sincere intention of this chosen one of God to express sympathy,
empathy, and love for the less-privileged Filipinos. Even though I am just staring
and listening to the popes homily in the television, I was like controlling my tears
not to fall, seeing people crying and trying to utter joyous words. Apparently, Pope
Francis was an instrument of God to convey message to the Filipinos that indeed,
even if we struggle in our finances and living, HOPE remains in our spiritual lives
though.

I agree with everything you said. At the end of our lives, we cant take our riches
with us. Its more important to accumulate treasure in heaven.
-Anna Maraat

#9
My most memorable birthday happened lasy year, the year when I realized
that Im in a legal state18 years of existential years of me. I have lots of
realization and learning experiences during that day because my 18 th birthday was
already planned by me. Not being proud, but honestly, I have great number of
friends which I considered part of my meaningful existence. In this case, I was
overwhelmed with lots of greetings from them and even for the people I am not
really close with. Merrily, I managed to celebrate my birthday with so many
blessings from God that any material things can never be replacedthat is
friendship.

Good for you; you had your birthday that way. Stay that way. Dont let lifes
struggles and hardships dampen your smile as it did to mine. Be strong and be
merry. Enjoy each moment while it lasts.
-Kyzeah Coleen Tababa

#10
The person who is dear to me but I least understand is myself. It was a mindfreaking question for me answering this because I tried to establish realizationI
mean deep self-questioning state for me, myself dont even know whos that person
is. I believe that God has the purpose why I answered me in that question. It
simply reminds me that I was the one who loved but least understood because I am
always in doubt of who I am supposed to be. I let this realization bother me because
this might lead me to know myself better the way people dont.
Hi kuya as what you have said, God has a purpose. I think what is happening to
you now is being confused of the things that are not used to be confused. You might
be over-thinking. Whatever it is, just trust Him. You have helped many people
including me. Now try to apply it to your own self.
-Roxanne Lambon

#11
Papa; he is one of the reasons why I possibly existed here on earth. He was
the one who gave me an opportunity to discover myself better. Honestly, I and my
father were not that close enough to establish Father-and-son relationship
because during my childhood years, I have my phobia every time he calls my name
with extreme modulated voice wherein I found myself in a very fearful approach
with him. I was then enlightened that during my growing up years, God lets me
realize that the more his anger arouse, the ore he cares and loves me. I fulfilled this
realization when I gave him my first ever Academic award certificate and I was
surprised when he kissed my cheek saying, Im proud of you, son.

Neo, we are exactly alike in terms of our relationship with our father. I hope one
day, those gaps between you and him cn be resolve. Always make sure to express
your love for him.
-Rohama Cabia

#12
Death is irreversible. Death is near. Death is our fate. Ever since I
encountered and understood that there is such a notion called Death. In that
moment, I was preparing myself to face that human fate. Do you know why I
confidently embrace death in my life? It is because God and I had an intimate
agreement (basically, in the midst of my prayer) that if ever I die, whether because
of hunger or kidnap (heaven forbid) He must be the one who will guide me all the
way to His kingdom.

Yeah, youre right. People should not fear death for it means that we will have a
chance to meet God because of it.
-Iyra Grace Defensor

#13
If you put your mind to it, you will accomplish everything. This quote
reminds me of our upcoming performance for our Theater and Stage Arts play that
will be on Friday and Saturday. Yes, if you put your mind to focus and to confidently
step towards accomplishing this project depends in our hands. Finally, in this
stressful week, I must render my time and effort for me to be able to master my
lines, exaggerate facial expression, and embody my character in this play.

Dearest Neo,
Stress is what is common to the both of us. I just pray that well find our strength in
the Lord by giving Him joy through our actions, words and thoughts. The joy of the
Lord is our strengthbible.
-Jiecel Flores

#14
Finding something important in life does not mean that you must give up
everything else. Paulo Coelho
The search for myself; aspiration, ideals, wishesis something important for
me to accomplish the Odyssey of my life. Paulo Coelho just reminded me that in

every sacrifice we offer to reach success, you dont really need to give up
everything because what really matters in the search for the dreams is the
meaningful experiences and lessons you engraved in memories. Sacrificial love is a
proof but giving up is enough.

I agree with you. Experience is the best teacher.

-Charmaine

#15

I am Neo Abell P. Obligar. I was born and raised in Brgy. Sumag,Bacolod City. I am a person who is very humorous. I admit that
sometimes, being humorous, I tend to be too sarcastic and harsh with my
words and actions only because I am already comfortable with the people
around mecarelessness indeed. I can dance (somehow) and sing (little bit).
I truly love to speak especially in front of the crowd in a reason that, I am
gifted to verbal skills which I also considered this as my talent and skill. I
thank God for giving me this ability because without this, I might not excel in
class and found good company in my friends and classmates.