‘Tis the Last Day of My Life

Monday, May 5, 2008, 17:33
Philippines, Ramblings, Southern Leyte, Tourism
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At age 17, I was certain that this life of mine is gonna be short lived. I wasn’t diagnosed with any terminal disease nor do I have inborn abnormalities. The only health hazard I have is the tons of extra fat hanging on every part of my body. Being well read, I learned early on that my state of obesity triggers a lot of complications later on in life and that if I don’t wanna suffer in old age, probably alone, I should plan a way to end my life at 25 but after 4 attempts at suicide and a new perspective of life, I think the worse thing I can possibly do to myself is to get drunk or have my eyes endure long hours of sleeplessness while surfing the web or reading a good book.

Tomorrow, May 6, will be my 23^rd birthday and like the past years, I spend the day before that, May 5, looking back at my past and trying to come up with a list of the things I have accomplished, the lessons I learned, and trying to look the bright side of the darkest events I had been through. Since I know how a blog, I think I’m gonna start making this a yearly blogging tradition.

Here is a list of what I have accomplished:

On an entrance test for high school, I got a score of a hundred and twenty one (121) in an Ottis-Lennon IQ Exam. I would have opted for a higher score to qualify for a membership in Mensa but just knowing that I was above average is a big deal already.
At age 17, I was elected Sangguniang Kabataan Chairman of our barangay and eventually the overall president of the Sangguniang Kabataan City Federation. I was in service for 5 years until the end of my term last Novemeber, 2007.
Won academic competitions.
Passed the Professional Governement Career Service Exam in flying colors and even garnered the top post of my batch.
Initiated the first Maasin City Battle of the Bands which has garnered popularity over the years and has been replicated throughout the province.
Been to some of the top tourism destinations of the Philippines such as Cebu, Bohol, Davao, Boracay, Manila, Tagaytay, Limasawa, and Baguio.
Got my first bank loan at age 17. Got a negative net worth 3 years after that and regained financial health 2 years after and gaining a lot of lessons about money management with that.
Started my online venture at age 22 with no initial capital and now earning an average of $150 dollars every month.
Invested on my family’s agricultural ventures.
Got accepted in 3 of Cebu’s top call centers I applied on but eventually took the offer from Convergys.
Got myself a Converse flip-flop.
Bought my on motorcycle and PC.
Read more than 50 novels.
Learned HTML, PHP and Wordpress through self study.
Learned to fix my own PC and refurbished an old one into a media server.
Learned how to see the bright side out of the darkest life experiences and keeping my sanity mostly intact even when my family is dysfunctional.
Conquered my fear of heights.
Went river trekking at Hinagdanan Falls, Libagon, So. Leyte.
Been to all 70 barangays of Maasin City and made friends with the local folks.
Knew people who inspired me to be successful. Ma’am Essie, Governor Mian, Mayor Maloney, Ma’am Effie and the rest of my colleagues in the City Council.
Been loved by the people who were in close contact with me and still to feels it even today.
Made lots and lots of friends everywhere I go to.
Stepped-up from my racial biases.
Having loved without expecting to be loved in return.
Being Agnostic and abandoning the religion my parents gave me.
Keeping my battle with weight even if it’s a losing one.
Being at peace with myself.

Here’s what I want to accomplish:

To be wealthy enough to help others and influence national policies.

I don’t know if I’ll ever gonna have what I want to accomplish and I don’t know how long I’m gonna live either but as far as I’m concerned, every day’s gonna be a single step towards that goal.

Happy Birthday, Bendz! May you find true happiness!

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About the Author

Bendz has written 179 stories on this site.

A youth leader on hiatus. Currently striving to finish his degree, manage a business, write a blog, watch his favorite TV series, attain world dominion and look like the guy on the picture. He's a Filipino who likes to think of himself as a citizen of the world.

18 Comments on “‘Tis the Last Day of My Life”

Debbie Lane wrote on 5 May, 2008, 20:47
Happy Birthday young one. With each year that passes, may you discover more of who you are and enjoy those discoveries as they occur.
Marie wrote on 5 May, 2008, 22:00
Bendz you have achieve a lot last year. Have a very happy birthday for tomorrow and may the coming year bring you good health and much success.

You should be very proud of all your achievements. Life can sometimes throw us a curb ball, but if you rise above it, it will make you stronger and wiser. Enjoy
Maries last blog post..Harnessing Your Passion
Margaret wrote on 5 May, 2008, 22:22
Happy Birthday, Bendz (by the time I’m reading this it’s already 5/6 in your neck of the woods). You’ve done a bunch in your short life - certainly more than I have and I’m twice as old as you are! You’re an amazing guy and I wish you only the best there is to offer. I feel pretty certain that you will accomplish your goals. They aren’t totally out of reach after all. Even the weight control can happen, but that will probably be harder than the financial goals are to reach.

Love will come. You’ve got a lot to offer and some smart chickie is going to see it and snap you up.

Don’t forget to do good works as you go along. You just never know when that will be paid back to you in spades.

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Margarets last blog post..The Whole Truth and Nothing But The Truth
Make a pound wrote on 5 May, 2008, 23:12
Hey Bendz hang in there you have a great blog and seem like a really nice person and i hope you have a great birthday.

It don’t matter if you spend it with 100 people or just by your self make it our own and if you put your mind to it you can accomplish all your goals no matter what they may be. So take care and have a great time

Andy

Make a pounds last blog post..Entercard traffic boost
StanHayes wrote on 5 May, 2008, 23:22
Happy Birthday, Bendzie! Now get out of the boondocks! (BTW, I heard boondocks in a Filipino word that was why I used it.)

NYAHAHAHAH!

StanHayess last blog post..Gallardo Done, Rich Hill Gets Ankielitis
BadEvan wrote on 6 May, 2008, 0:07
I know it sucks spending your B-Day alone. Trust me I’ve been there. In time you will look back a say, “Wont you bastards leave me alone.” Why will you say this? Because you are a great blogger who is bound for greatness.

You have accomplished much in your 23 yrs. You have many more years to do even more. But your main goals of wealth for giving and political Tom-foolery…well you have that already. With your blog, you can politics and policies. As far as helping others… All it takes is the ability to give when and what you can. The smallest amounts/things can mean the world to some one in need.

Keep on trucking buddy. Happy Birthday!!!!
Canucklehead wrote on 6 May, 2008, 1:20
I stop by only to wish you a happy birthday and much future success. All the best!

Canuckleheads last blog post..All Aboard
Susie wrote on 6 May, 2008, 1:42
You may be alone physically, but you are not mentally! Great list of accomplishments there! Have a happy one! You sure make the forums and blogging interesting! Keep up the good work!

Susies last blog post..Sin’s a good man’s brother..Farner, Brewer, Schacher
maggie wrote on 6 May, 2008, 2:45
Read your comment and came over to wish you a Happy Birthday

maggies last blog post..Mario Kart Wii Review
Crista wrote on 6 May, 2008, 3:03
Hey sweetie, it sucks that you have to spend your birthday alone, but you have us entrecard addicts to talk to at least! hehe. Hope you have a good birthday anyway!

Cristas last blog post..What I promised
The Realtor - Cecilia wrote on 6 May, 2008, 3:27
Uhm Bendzos… You’re missing an accomplishment on your list…

- Being one of my favorites on EC… =)

Yeah, that’s right… it’s an accomplishment!

Happy birthday you adorable Agnostic.

The Realtor - Cecilias last blog post..Selling This Spring?
Acadia wrote on 6 May, 2008, 5:49
Happy birthday! Remember that being alone > being around people you hate. So it’s not THAT bad!

Acadias last blog post..Henry Wrinkler is Here to Educate and Creep You Out
Kelly wrote on 6 May, 2008, 5:56
Happy day, Bendz! And look… 23 is the age I adopt all my sons! And is that really you in that picture up there? Goodie, goodie, another good-looking son.

You’ve accomplished a lot… way more than I did by that age. (Except for the novel-reading thing. I think I had that one nailed by 12. What can I say? I’m a nerd.) I can’t wait to see what kind of great things you accomplish in the years ahead. I’ll be watching.

And like Susie said, you’re only alone physically. We’re all right here with ya.

Hugs!

Kellys last blog post..Blue Rose Mandala
Remi wrote on 6 May, 2008, 6:59
That’s quite a long list of achievements for a 23 years old kid (if I may call you a kid!).

Imagine what you will post here on May 5, 2035. It will be endless!

Congratulations and happy Birthday!

Remis last blog post..Beware “what you are asking for” with China, for you might get it!
Bendz wrote on 6 May, 2008, 10:05
I woke up early today expecting comments on this blog but I just thought it would just be the usual one liners. Geeze! I got more than I expected!

As always, I’d keep every words in my thoughts and in my heart, as alaways, and gain strength from it to live through the day.

I may have to deal with loneliness from this year on but knowing I have friends from different parts of the world who’s just a click away makes it easier to bear.

Thanks guys!

Bendzs last blog post..‘Tis the Last Day of My Life
Øyvind wrote on 6 May, 2008, 15:13
Happy birthday! Keep us posted, I love following your work!

Best wishes!

Øyvinds last blog post..Visiting Cape Town - South Africa
januaree ann wrote on 9 November, 2008, 20:29
eLow..
just dropby in your site..
don’t know why..

nweiz,i believe you’re a goal-oriented man..
an achiever..

perhaps,for the rest of your life..

and you want to be wealthy enough..
to help others,right?..

no wrong about that..
that’s the essence of being
egalitarian and humanitarian..

but life is not all about that..
life is not all about you..
nor life is all about achievements..

you’ll die..
you’ll rot..

YOU need to be assure of your future..

have a blessed day..
Bendz wrote on 11 November, 2008, 18:41
Thanks ann. heheh