June of 2015

It's the month of June. We are now already in the middle of the year 2015. It is also the beginning of the calendar year for most schools here in the Philippines. The big universities like UP, UST, Ateneo etc are shifting their collegiate academic year to start in August instead of June. As a former teacher, I have only the best of wishes for the pursuit of changes in our educational system. May our young minds benefit fullest and achieve the standard of excellence, aim to be comparable to that of our other Asian countries and the world over. May the Lord bless all our teachers and implant the seed of devotion and dedication in their hearts, mind and souls. May our mentors be blessed in their lives and well being too, so as to carry out these noble tasks and endeavors. I have to make mention here that my daughter Marion is one of those young people who has chosen to walk the path of academe and hopefully thrives in it.

For family and personal events:
1. June 5 is the death anniversary of my father Francisco Ledesma. May his soul rest in peace.
2. I will be joining the MMLC for an excursion to Davao middle of June.
3. Remembering my late mother Mary Go Ledesma who was born on June 18.
4. Yuri, my grandson will be celebrating his 4th birthday this June 18. His birthday coincides with that of his great grandmother. May Yuri grow up to be good, intelligent and healthy. May the Lord bless my grandchildren always.
5. Not to forget Jose Rizal's birthday on June 19. Rizal is the National Hero of the Philippines.
6. June is also the start of the rainy season here in the Philippines.
7. Happy Father's Day
8. May the Lord continue to bless us and protect us this month of June and all through out the rest of the year.
9. Thank you my God.

Postscripts:
1. June 12 - Philippine Independence Day
2. June 20 - Araw ng Cotabato