Thoughts: The Silver Lining

Well, according to a news I found online, August 5, Wednesday, has been declared as a special non-working holiday. Pres. Arroyo declared it as such to give way for the late Pres. Aquino's burial. I know a lot of people would want to see her one last time. I guess Mrs. Arroyo knew that too.

It might just be a personal silver lining, but despite the fact that the whole country mourns the loss of one of the country's pillar or light, those of us who don't really feel like squeezing in with the crowd for a glimpse of the former president rejoice at the fact that we don't have to go to work on that day.

Yay! No office for the day! After all, it's only a measely 30% on top of the daily pay. Why bother? I'd rather hang out somewhere quiet and restful. It sounds mean, I know. But I'm really sorry. I cherish every vacation I get to take.

Again, I pray for the eternal repose of the former president's soul. Do offer her a few words of prayer. And thank her for the sudden holiday.