I was born on a

cold summer night

in my native town
Bangar. In my early
childhood, I had
experienced a lot of
things considering
the fact that our
family belongs to a
middle class. Even if
we are poor, we lived happy and contented in our daily lives.

Fortunately, my thirst for knowledge come to an end when

I was at school. During my primary class at Bangaoilan
Elementary School and intermediate class at Doa Francisca
Lacsamana de Ortega Memorial National High School , I am
pressured to study because my sisters graduated with flying
colors so, I strived my best to achieve such goals. Because of
financial problem, I stopped studying for three years. Because of
dedication and determination, I continued what I started. Today,
I am now in third year college pursuing the degree of Bachelor
of Science in Mathematics at Ilocos Sur Polytechnic State
College, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur.

As old saying goes, A life with a goal is a life that is

whole. Be positive and show everyone that your life is a whole.
Of course, I understand that life is not just an easy there are
always challenges and hardships that are an integral elements. I
am certain that my degree will become my ticket to a better
tomorrow. I have come to believe that to main factors determine
success. Equally is important is the support of people around
you especially my family. For instance, if it were not for my
familys support of my educational endeavors, I would perhaps
not be attending school today. I am thankful to our almighty God
because he gave the best family that united as one. I do believe
Poverty is not the hindrance to success.

This is Francisco Mosuela Jr, residing at Bangaoilan East,

Bangar, La Union, 22 years old.