A Different Saturday

After almost a year of Saturday classes at Cavite Computer Center (CCC),  I am able to finish five out of seven modules of my basic computer study, and yesterday was our recognition day, it was the 17th for the Center. It was held at the Capitol's Gymnasium at Trece Martirez City. We (me, my nephew and his cousin) arrived at the venue at around 12:30 p.m. Can you imagine how hot it is outside walking at that time of the day wearing a semi-formal dress? If you personally knew me you know I'm not used to wearing that kind of stuff, but I sure can if the situation calls for it. For everyone's peace of mind or shall I say sanity LOL, I'm wearing a white blouse (imagine that), a black pants and a black doll shoes. Sorry guys, but you have to picture this out in your mind since I'm not sure if I can provide a picture. Unintentionally, I forgot to recharge my digital camera yesterday! Sometimes, my stupidity really knocks on me.

While waiting for the guests, intermission numbers are presented, a student from CCC sings her own rendition of Celine Dion's That's The Way It Is; a performer (I forgot his name) with his comedy act and his version of Don't Cry Joni; and a very touchy performance by the choir of Children's Joy Foundation. Raffles are drawn in between, prizes were three pieces of 100 worth of cell cards each for smart, globe and sun subscribers, five Smart Plug-It and three brand new cellphones courtesy of Smart Telecom. Also, a free snack was served, ham and egg sandwich with juice for both the graduates and guests as well. Mind you guys, the gymnasium is air-conditioned and the temperature is good enough for me  (maybe a little cold for others). 

The center must have put a lot of effort for this event considering also the budget, since we don't pay for anything, just our transportation fee and P20 for two pieces of ticket, which is not compulsory. Not bad, considering the effort of the staff to prepare everything.
At 3:00 p.m., the program starts when the guests led by Gov. Ayong Maliksi finally arrived. After the opening prayer, National Anthem and Cavite Hymn and inspirational talks from the guests, the commencement of 1000 students starts. Issuance of certificates and the raffle of three mobile phones sponsored by Smart closed the event at past 6 in the evening.