Letter to Philippine Normal University

Days after I have completed this letter I have second thoughts about the appropriateness of its content. In my life, unwittingly, I often follow intuition; the letter below is a product of such an impulse to tell - from the heart - without much restraint by reason.

The President 

Philippine Normal University

Dear Sir/Ma'am,

I had been a student of this school somewhere in 1997 or 1998. And that was while I was leaving [living] in the streets - a homeless - taking shelter inside an attic of a waiting shade in the plaza of Manila City Hall, near the flagpole. Getting into a university in this condition is an achievement already worthy of praise - and that was what I heard from people who have known me at that time. Life then was so difficult, especially that I didn't have what it takes to brave the circumstances I was facing. With an untoward twist of events, I decided to end my life. Fortunately, with the help of this school, I was coaxed to live a normal life again. Though I have not finished what I had started, I considered it a great experience, because it was through it that I was taken away from the streets. Then, I left Philippine Normal University, didn't know what to do with my life anymore.

My life is a story of failures - a life where I don't have the steering wheel in my hands. My world was always full of discouragement, worries, regrets, and hatred. Many things had been happening, as life pushed me from here to there; until one day, not too long ago, I discovered something -- Extreme Peace within me. This discovery changes everything: Ideas I never came up before came to my attention. These ideas resulted to my writing a book, which I am now trying to find a publisher. Aside from my book, that same Extreme Peace caused me to realize that I can paint; that is why, I am now promoting my Art Exhibit at home at the same time. I am also planning to have my own radio program in the AM band through sponsorship. When talking to people, I would usually find a way to inform them about it. My other project is to do motivational lectures, to share my experiences and knowledge and earned an income at the same time.

I have just started promoting my projects; and having started with nothing - I am still penniless at this time. Right now, I am pushed to do what I can do for my projects, when, unexpectedly, the owner of the place I am presently living asked me to vacate the place soon. I am given until the end of next Month; that is, until March 31, 2010. Before the deadline ends, I must find a way to secure a safe place for me, so I won't lose what I have been working very hard.

Aside from writing and visiting different institutions like schools, television and radio stations and publishing companies, I now began roaming around the streets of Metro Manila carrying a placard at my back announcing my need for a publisher to publish my book, while doing informal lectures on the streets -- sharing my knowledge to people. I also included my email address and Web site (blog): http://mindsecrethaven.blogspot.com for contact and information.

I am well aware that finding a publisher is not easy; because, the authority and status of the author play an important requirement for the acceptance of a work. Knowing that I am an unknown individual, I have to do my best to make a noise; and I will never stop until my voice will be heard; knowing I have a very important message to tell to all, which concerns our wellbeing. Without that astonishing transformation occurring in me, owing to that Extreme Peace, I will never be able to do what I have been doing these days.

Sir/Ma'am, how I like to share my experiences and knowledge to the students and staffs of Philippine Normal University, the school where I was once a student; please, give me the opportunity to conduct short motivational lectures inside the campus, for donation only. And if you have the means, in whatever way, to help any of my projects and my situation at the moment or perhaps, knows someone, I will be grateful for that.

I am cordially inviting you too, to visit this very rare Art Exhibit of mine. I am equally glad also if you can visit my Web site: http://mindsecrethaven.blogspot.com.

Sincerely yours,

Mr. Anselmo B. Malugao

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Hitting the road

February 16, 2010, wearing a dark-blue overall, I started roaming the streets of Quezon City, near my place. Slung on my back was a placard with these words written on it: "I FOUND PEACE - I WROTE A BOOK - I NEED A PUBLISHER - http://mindsecrethaven.blogspot.com - and then my email."

The first few steps on the road were so awkward. In my head, I could almost hear the unwholesome comments from onlookers. Sure, I knew I could get over it. I was totally right, when later, I was already feeling all right -- lifted out from that uneasiness:I was becoming so proud that the curiosity of people looking at me had thrilled and exulted me instead. I saw myself no more an idiot, but a man with a purpose, courage, and determination. My first attempt was a success - I congratulated myself for it.

My action can be termed as a "desperate move." Yes! Because my projects are at stick. I don't want to lose them. Thanks, my decision is right - it give me a medium where I can have people's attention and converse with them; their response were very encouraging -- I am glad with it.

The placard gives emphasis on the publication of my book, since an Art Exhibit will hold lesser interest to most than a book. My Art Exhibit and other projects will always be there in the background.

Additional feature of my trek will include Counseling by the road -- based on my experiences -- for donation only. In this way, I can earn a little amount while travelling around.

I do hope, my activities will show the value of my book and finally gain attention to publishers.

The other day, I went to the University of the Philippines, UP. I visited the UP Press, the Administration Building, College of Social Sciences and Philosophy, the Dean's Office, and College of Mass Communication. I was there like pouring my heart and intention to them. Mostly, the people I met there have found my experiences and effort with sincerity. Oh, boy! They surprised me: their willingness to listen on what I have to say is absolutely very encouraging. I may or may not have the favors I asked from the University, the experience is already a proof that I have what it takes to push my plans ahead. The fact that there's no more uncontrollable nervousness plaguing me - I can already advance confidently and voice out the message I want to say.

 Today, I will send an email to the President of Philippine Normal University; who knows, I can grab his attention to the importance of my projects.

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