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  Do you feel the weight of history in your city's streets? Does the same spirit that fueled Bonifacio's fight for Philippine freedom burn in you today? Walking with Bonifacio Chino Roces Avenue burns with history. I imagine heroes like AndrĂ©s Bonifacio sweating in this same overwhelming heat. The cultural spirit that Bonifacio kindled. Each step reveals layers of the Filipino struggle for freedom. Skyscrapers loom but can't hide the past. Bonifacio's soul lingers in these streets. The fight for justice continues today. The privileged few have stripped this city, and the desperate have been pushed to the neglected outskirts. Defiance has spread through the streets as the poor are forced to pay inflated costs. The social fabric tears under the pressure of workers trapped in endless cycles of debt. Years of witnessing wealth disparity, crushing interest rates and suppressing labour unions have moulded resistance into something unyielding. Keywords: Bonifacio, Filipino his

Walking with Bonifacio

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  Walking with Bonifacio on Chino Roces Avenue As I walk along Chino Roces Avenue, I can't help but reflect on the lives of two of the Philippines' greatest heroes, JosĂ© Rizal and AndrĂ©s Bonifacio. The sun beats down on me with intensity as I imagine the heat they must have endured during their time. The city's bustling energy surrounds me, starkly contrasting the profound, revolutionary ideas that once filled Bonifacio's mind. Every step I take is steeped in history and the unspoken hopes of a people longing for freedom. The towering modern structures that now line the streets cast shadows over the past, but the memories and struggles of the Filipino people are still present in every corner of the city. In the heart of Manila, where revolution once burned brightly, Bonifacio's legacy lives on as a silent guardian watching over the streets where the people continue their unrelenting pursuit of justice and liberty. Walking with Bonifacio YouTube Video Walking with Bo

Night Rain and Dystopia

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  Night Rain and Dystopia in Futuristic Makati Why is the future always portrayed as a bleak and dismal dystopia? Perhaps it's because the fear of darkness and chaos appeals to our primal instincts. Yet our hearts yearn for something more beautiful. A city where the warm, golden light illuminates the cobblestone streets, the soft echo of footsteps, and the promise of hidden cafes that invite you to discover their secrets. A place where you can walk hand in hand with your beloved, without a shadow of fear or doubt. A world where love, art, and beauty reign supreme, and where the soul can find shelter from the storms of life. Beyond Dystopia: A Journey to the City of Light and Love Explore a visionary city where the future is bright, not bleak. Wander cobblestone streets bathed in golden light, listen to the soft echoes of footsteps, and uncover hidden cafes full of secrets. Join us in a world where love, art, and beauty reign, offering shelter for the soul. Say goodbye to dystopia a

The Towering Towers of Makati

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  The Towering Towers of Makati The towering Makati buildings scraped the sky, their cold and chrome structure glistening in the tropical night. Their windows shone like stars, taking out the stars God put into the dark sky. Down here, people flow through the street, making busy hustle and bustle sounds. Makati throbs with a promise - good or bad, I didn't know - but it hooked me. The whiff of adrenaline-like risk and danger. My heart was beating faster than usual. Makati was alive and about to enter right into the thick of it. Walking the Dogs in Makati Makati Nights: City of Dreams or Dangerous Gamble? Description:  Feel the pulse of Makati's nightlife – towering skyscrapers, buzzing streets, and a thrilling sense of possibility. Will you conquer the city or will it conquer you?  #Makati #Philippines #Nightlife #CityLife #ambition  đŸ”” Engage with JJFBbennett : If this video stirs your spirit, like, subscribe, and share. Through creativity, we can dispel the darkness that encr

Nothing short of astonishing

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  Nothing short of astonishing Amid the concrete jungle stands the most luxurious and opulent oasis - "The Greenbelt". It's like a sparkling jewel box that overflows onto the pavement, surrounded by gleaming buildings that reek of wealth.  The restaurants here are nothing short of culinary temples, offering unique and exquisite tastes unmatched elsewhere. Their prices are enough to make an average credit card sweat. The waiters glide around like genies, their polished silverware outshining their impeccable attire. As I sat sipping a mango cocktail, my eyes were fixed on the people passing by. I had the curiosity of an anthropologist exploring a diamond mine. The audacity of a Ferrari racing with a swarm of Jeepneys on the busy streets was nothing short of astonishing! YouTube Video Unveiling the City's Hidden Oasis: The Greenbelt (Luxury, Food, Culture) Description: Escape the ordinary and discover The Greenbelt, a luxurious oasis nestled amidst the heart of the city.

Jupiter has devoured our offspring

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  Jupiter has devoured our offspring. This isn't the celestial gluttony we should be pointing at. Our kind of earthly troubles can't be solved by looking to the heavens and muttering incantations. So, when you tell yourself Jupiter's to blame, with his godly appetite and stormy disposition, take a closer look in the mirror. There may be an element of truth deep within the grandeur of myth, but it is far more accessible in the boots you wear. Be Creative and Innovative with Knowledge John Bennett - AKA JJFBbennett, is an independent artist. You can view and subscribe to my work via Blogger , YouTube , Flicker , Facebook , Instagram and Deviant Art .  To support my art, feel free to donate via JJFBbennett through PayPal    If you want to acquire JJFB's art creations as an NFT - John's Opensea NFT profile is https://opensea.io/JJFBbennett   Copyright This artwork is protected by U.S. and International copyright laws. Distribution and/or modification of the artwork

When Reason Sleeps

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  In the silence of shadows, when reason's light is dim, our neglect awakens. "The Sleep of Reason Produces Monsters" unveiled the chaos born through neglected reason. As we slumber, the spectres of tyranny and fear multiply. Let us awaken reason and reignite the flame of liberty for all, vanquishing the shadows of infliction once more. From the Depths of Our Slumber Emerging from the depths of our slumber, we are confronted with the harrowing truth: Jupiter has devoured our offspring. When Reason Sleeps: Awakening from the Depths of Neglect YouTube Video Description: Dive into the profound narrative of "When Reason Sleeps," a video that pierces the veil of complacency to reveal the monsters that emerge in the absence of vigilance and reason. In the shadows of our collective neglect, the spectres of tyranny and fear thrive, urging us to awaken and reignite the flames of liberty and justice. đŸŒŒ Video Highlights: The Silent Shadows: Explore the eerie silence that