My Childhood

I'm Ramon R. Pereyra Jr. The only son of Ramon L. Pereyra and Carolina R. Rebucas. I was born on Santolan, Pasig City (which makes me a proud Pasigueño!) but Idon't really remember anything there because we transfered to Rivera Village, Parañaque City. But because of creepy stuffs happening within the house, we only stayed there for about a year then we transfered to a nearby area (Pildera II, Pasay City).

From here, my story would be more detailed because we stayed there for 11 years. First, let's talk about the area. Technically speaking, it's a squatters' area but It is somehow presentable, as far as the wide roads and high-rise houses are concerned. Though it may not totally represent the image of a squatters' area, some characteristics are still observable. Some of those are the presence of children playing on the streets and the "Territorial Mentality" of the dwellers, especially the youth.

Speaking of "Territorial Mentality," I remember one implied rule: "Never go to the next street without knowing someone who can protect you there; but above all, don't go to the street that is in rival with your street!" Affiliation is also important in our area. Lucky for me that I have a lot of friends from different streets, so I can move freely anywhere.

Sounds frightening? Actually, it's not. Even you don't have much acquaintances, there not much to be afraid of. Just avoid certain areas and you'll be safe. Friends will just be handy in case you will be the subject of the "trip" of the "tambays." The key to surviving in such area is to learn to mingle with different types of people and groups. It would also be helpful if you avoid being identified too much to a single group.

*to be continued. . .