Uno's Blog

 My Journey as a Grade 12 HUMSS Student Being a Grade 12 HUMSS student has been both challenging and rewarding. This strand has helped me improve my communication, critical thinking, and empathy while deepening my understanding of society and human behavior.  Through discussions, debates, and research, I have learned to express my thoughts clearly and confidently. Beyond academics, HUMSS has taught me the importance of real-life connections. Engaging in community work and group projects has strengthened my empathy and awareness of social issues. Despite the challenges of tight deadlines and complex topics, these experiences have prepared me for future endeavors in writing, public speaking and advocacy. As I approach graduation, I am grateful for the lessons and experiences that have shaped me. HUMSS has not only honed my skills but also inspired me to use my voice to create positive change in society.

 The Mango Tree The mango tree in my grandmother's backyard was the heart of my childhood. Its thick branches stretched wide, offering shade and golden fruit each summer. I spent countless afternoons beneath it, watching my grandmother peel mangoes with quiet precision, her wisdom woven into every gentle gesture.  One summer, determined to reach the ripest mango myself, climbed too high. The rough bark bit into my palms, but I pressed on-until the branch beneath me snapped. I tumbled down, scraping my knee. My grandmother arrived moments later, her touch both firm and gentle. She didn't scold me. Instead, she picked up a fallen mango, placed it in my hands, and said, "The best ones always fall when they're ready." I didn't fully grasp her words then, but I do now. Life has its timing. We can climb, reach, and push, but sometimes, the sweetest things come when we wait. Years later, after my grandmother was gone, I visited the house again. The tree still stood, ...