Name extensions as an inspiration

Since high school, I always wanted to be a doctor, a priest, a lawyer, and a teacher. I am envious of these professions because they have titles or “name extensions” – Ph.D., Atty., SJ, Ma.Ed. Whenever I send letters to my ninongs and ninangs during Christmas, I usually put Ph.D. after my name. This habit of mine continued until I reached college. My mom laughed at me for doing so. She told me that I must not continue to do that because I might be sued. It’s simply inappropriate, and I am aware of it. But I love doing it!

            I was sad after my mom forbid me to put Ph.D. after my name. Besides, I only sent the letters to my relatives, not in a formal letter to the principal of Ateneo High School. But still my mom told me to stop doing it. Since I am an obedient child, I followed my mother’s orders. I did not place Ph.D. after my name even if it’s just a friendly letter to a relative.

            One moment when I was alone in the kitchen, she approached me and told me that I can be a Ph.D. if I want. I can write it after my name, if and only if I s

            That heart-to-heart talk with my mother inspired me to achieve my dreams, and the “name extension” that I want. I studied hard, I persevered to meet the teacher’s expectations, and I made sure that projects are finished at least two days before the deadline. From second year college until now, I am still trying hard to become the perfect student – perfect enough to receive a bachelor’s degree. Graduating from college is a step closer to my dream of becoming a Ph.D.

            As of now, I still have a lot of things to accomplish. I still need to pass my subjects, do assignments, and do practice teaching at the high school department. I am thankful for these tasks because these make me stronger as I enter the world of work. They say that journey of a thousand miles begins with a one step. The tasks that I need to accomplish are part of these steps. I believe I can reach my dreams with the help of my mentors who already posses these “name extensions.” All I need to do is to believe in myself and make use of “name extensions” as an inspiration.