Saturday, December 29, 2012

Good News

Who doesn't like good news?!!

I. RH Bill signed.

Finally. After a series of hearings, drama sessions and amendments, 2 law-making houses of the country signed the RH bill on Dec. 19. I remember that well. It was my sister's birthday. Then it was passed on to the President hoping that this law will be made official by his signature before Christmas. People knew it was in the bag. Everyone who is in favor or couldn't care less, now turned their attentions to their own Christmas preparations while some Church organizations could only wish for an abomination.

On Dec. 21 the president signed the bill into law and it was only publicized today due to the sensitivity of the issue. The church brands this hush-hush signing as a cowardly act from the President. They see it as a sign that he was ashamed to be connected to a law for the fear of excommunication during Christmas.

I doubt it.

He must've realized to wait it out. He did after all sign it on Dec. 21. If the so-called end of the world did come, they might blame RH bill for it. I don't know. He must have his own special reasons why he only publicized it now. But frankly, I don't care. As long as the reproductive education and contraceptives are made available to the nation, that already sounds good to me. I really hope this RH bill will help trim the population and make people more empowered to make better choices.


II. KABANG in good health

Dogs are such heroic beings. They love unconditionally and they give comfort to their owners anytime, anywhere. Kabang, a mongrel from the Philippines, received international praise for saving the 2 young girls from a speeding motorcycle. This cost her entire snout and upper jaw.

With how she looks who would think she could still function and be in high spirits? I guess angels were looking after this angel.

She was flown to the States, where they treat dogs like real members of the family and community, to receive surgery and treatment. Because of a successful fundraising spearheaded by a nurse from NY, the dog was able to fly to the States to undergo chemo treatment for ongoing cancer, treatment to eradicate heart worms, reconstructive surgery and overall rehabilitation. According to the latest news, she has already beaten the cancer and is now concluding her heart treatment so she could proceed with a series of surgeries. 

She is expected to be back home next year, June.

She deserves all the best care! There are countless stories of dogs' loyalties and sacrifice. This is just one of the most publicized and bravest stories one would know in this lifetime. I hope dog owners realize how lucky they are to share their lives with one of the most loyal, loving and brave creatures that ever graced this planet.



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