Reasons Why I'm Proud to be Pinoy

This post is a tribute to the Filipino people, as we celebrate the 112th Anniversary of Philippine Independence.

The items below are random thoughts and may refer to anything related, however remote, to being truly Filipino.

1. The close-knit Filipino family

2. Pagiging maka-Diyos

3. Respect for our elders thru the act of Pagmamano (sa nakakatanda) and saying "po" after a sentence

4. Pala-kaibigan and greeting people with "kamusta" (kahit hindi mo ka-close)

5. Bayanihan at pagiging matulungin sa kapwa

6. Inviting anyone to eat or partake in one's meal "Kain tayo" (kahit kulang pa sayo ang kinakain mo)

7. Pagiging malambing at maaruga tulad ng pagtapik para makatulog

8. Inherently optimistic that's why we still smile even in times of hardship

9. Fiesta culture, we know how to have fun in every situation

10. Ayaw nating may naiiba sa atin, lalo na yung hindi nakakaangat sa buhay (we are fond of using relational titles to near-strangers by calling them manong/manang, ate/kuya, boss/bossing/sir)

11. Year-round and all-natural tan/kayumanngi color of Pinoys, the envy of Caucasians.

12. Singing or/and dancing is in the blood of the Filipino. No wonder we have numerous world-class talents like Lea Salonga, Apl de Ap, Charice, Arnel Pineda, Shaun Evaristo (dance choreographer), Jabbawockeez (dance), Philippine All-stars (dance) and many others
13. Manny Pacquaio, nuff said!
14. Ability to adapt in any culture
15. Intelligent and hard-working
16. Wacky sense of humor