PERSONAL BLOG by Almira Escribano

Where did I grow up?

almiraescribano — 2023-12-30 13:35:10 UTC

I was born and grew up in Cantuod, Balamban, Cebu. My hometown is a beautiful place to know and interact with my relatives and neighbors. I love everything about my hometown which includes the farm, traditional houses and the warm air.

Who am I?

almiraescribano — 2023-12-30 13:35:31 UTC

I am Almira Copas. 21 years old, from Cantuod, Balamban, Cebu. I am currently a 2nd year College taking Bachelor of Science in Agriculture. A person who makes mistakes, laughs, cries hurts and loves. I am who I am through my joys, heartbreaks and happiness.

What is my educational background?

almiraescribano — 2023-12-30 13:40:23 UTC

My educational background began with completing elementary and high school studies. I graduated from Nangka National High School and took the Humanities and Social Sciences Strand. I am a consistent honor student in high school.

What are my hobbies and interest?

almiraescribano — 2023-12-30 13:51:00 UTC

My hobbies and interests are basically community involvement, travel, and watching tv. Engaging with a large number of individuals is something I enjoy doing, particularly when the community is active. I adore traveling because it gives me the chance to develop and learn. I have the chance to discover more about its people, history, and culture. When I have leisure time, I typically watch TV. I'm very happy when I watch TV.

What are some of my proudest accomplishments?

almiraescribano — 2023-12-30 14:00:38 UTC

My proudest accomplishment is graduating from high school and starting a new phase in my life by starting college. Despite the fact that I am coming from a poor family, we always struggled with money, and my parents had daily conflicts and fights. Considering the difficulties in life, I have the courage to go on and finish my education. Being able to reach this stage makes me proud.

What are some of the challenges I've faced in life?

almiraescribano — 2023-12-30 14:01:14 UTC

Life is full of challenges, and each one of us has to face them at some point in our lives. Challenges are an essential part of life, and they help us to grow and develop as individuals. All of us encounter obstacles in life, and we must either overcome them or ignore them. One of the biggest challenges I faced in life so far is entering college with a lack of finances. These challenges tested my resilience, persistence, and determination, and have taught me valuable lessons that have carried me through my first-year college journey. Through these challenges, they have made me a stronger, more capable person, ready to face any challenge that comes my way.

How have these challenges shaped me as a person?

almiraescribano — 2023-12-30 14:01:43 UTC

As we grow up, we all have different coping mechanisms for the things that happen in our lives. My experiences have molded me into the person I am today, strengthening me both mentally and physically. The difficulties I have faced have allowed me to persevere through difficult times and have formed who I am as a person. Because we have to accept that life is full of ups and downs.

What are some of my future goals and aspirations?

almiraescribano — 2023-12-30 14:29:11 UTC

Some of my future goals and aspirations in life are to finish my studies and be a successful woman in the future. Also, I want to be happy regardless of what I choose to do. To be satisfied with my decision to be able to accept and forgive, and most of all to be able to live up to the expectations I have for myself. On the other hand, I have to live my life fulfilled with my aspirations. Exploring the world and traveling is one of my life goals. I've always been fascinated with exploring and finding out as much as I can about different cultures.

What are some fun facts about myself that others may not know?

almiraescribano — 2023-12-30 14:29:56 UTC

Some interesting things about myself that people might not know are that I have strong emotions and am quite sentimental. I express myself a lot, especially to those I can trust. One more interesting detail about me is that I am bisexual.

What is my philosophy on life?

almiraescribano — 2023-12-30 14:50:40 UTC

My life philosophy is that we should treasure life because it is a gift from God. We should live prosperous lives, and be content with different things. Smiling and laughing are essential aspects of daily living that can alleviate the burden of worry. Live your life to the fullest. Since everyone makes wrong choices at times, we shouldn't hold others accountable for their decisions. In this world, we are not born to be flawless. As long as it brings us happiness and doesn't hurt anyone else, we should be free to pursue our dreams in life.

Who are my biggest influences and inspirations?

almiraescribano — 2023-12-30 14:50:41 UTC

I've been lucky enough to surround myself with an extended family who encourage and motivate me to believe in my own skills. With these people are my parents. They are my greatest motivators and source of support. They are the ones who instilled in me the values of perseverance and maintaining an optimistic outlook. They shaped the person I am now. My lifestyle is impacted by them. I firmly feel that throughout my upbringing, my parents have had the most influence on me.