written works
Eva's Autobiography Book Interview
by Kyle Andrei S. Jover and Mar Jasper C. Mirasol This work is an extension of the story "The White Shoes". This depicts the events in Eva's life as she went on to write her own autobiography book titled "A Walk in My Shoes". In this book, she shares to the public the secret behind her mysterious act of giving away shoes. The book garnered the attention of the public, resulting in Mrs. Cruz becoming a bestselling author and being interviewed by a local newspaper. The story follows how the interview went. Click the image to read the story. |
Eva's Journal Entry of the Graduation Day
By Ralph Vincent Amar, Urielle Harder, and Jara Christel Malapitan, ABM12 This diary entry of Eva was created to describe her emotions in her point of view, and elaborated her emotions during the situation, as well as her reflections that were not mentioned in the story. Her diary reflections include self-acceptance, being holistic, and being appreciative with what one currently has. As said in her diary entry, graduation is to appreciate and acknowledge their hard work as students, but reflections don't only apply to this graduation event. We should always appreciate and acknowledge ourselves and our efforts to keep going with our lives. Appreciation and acknowledgement gives us a deep meaning on why we do and go through things. |
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ARTWORKS
Inspiration from a Wet Shoe
by Paul Wendyl D. Anuevo 12 ABM
by Paul Wendyl D. Anuevo 12 ABM
"An Art inspired by a scene from the short story, the white shoes. A normal reader’s imagination of the painted over white shoes as it turns back to its original color from the rain drops that showered upon it. One may conclude that this specific scene was the most exciting part of the story, bringing the bottled-up emotions to the climax, where self-pity and pride lies next to each other. Despite all of that, the scene ended with a wholesome acceptance for Eva and the acknowledgement of her work, and of course the acceptance for her white colored black shoes, which in turn inspired many to accept themselves and be proud of what they have achieved, whatever situation they’re in."
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An Ab-shoe-lutely Gifted Girl
by Kiano Michiko L. Soliva
by Kiano Michiko L. Soliva
Ms. Eva Cruz is the main character in Grace Chong's The White Shoes. Her graduation is a crucial part in the story because it is the main reason why little Eva wanted white shoes. Not only is it important for the storyline, but also for Eva's own personal growth. Eva graduating elementary meant so much for her parents as they didn't finish grade school. Some might say that the awards she received are just insignificant decorations. It might just be a piece of paper, even. But for Eva, it is a milestone that marked the start of a hopeful child's success story.
Reference: Chong, Grace D. (2012). The White Shoes.
The White Dress
by Alysza Faith Almirante, Rene Jose Cada, Nicole Marie Dela Pena of 12 ABM
by Alysza Faith Almirante, Rene Jose Cada, Nicole Marie Dela Pena of 12 ABM
"The White Dress" is a creative adaptation of the Palanca Award-Winning story "White shoes" written by author Grace Chong. This children's comic follows the life of Mrs. Cruz after the events of the story through an extended ending that highlights the experiences the main character had with the other requirement that she asked from her inang– a white dress. The colors and illustrations in the comic, true to the nature of the original story, are displayed to attract and engage children in this story about hope, perseverance, and hard work.
The White Shoes
By Fhryne Angel Y. Eclarinal
The White Shoes, a short story by Grace D. Chong, influenced the artwork below. Eva, the main character, had a flashback throughout the narrative regarding her experiences with white shoes. Her family painted her shoes since they couldn't afford to buy white ones for her graduation. However, during the ceremony, it began to rain, causing the paint on Eva's shoes to wash away. What happened to her shoes and how she felt at the moment are shown in the artwork. She was embarrassed to the point where she considered leaving. Many people, however, were clapping since Eva was an honor student in their class. I did the artwork from the perspective of the story's narrator.
By Fhryne Angel Y. Eclarinal
The White Shoes, a short story by Grace D. Chong, influenced the artwork below. Eva, the main character, had a flashback throughout the narrative regarding her experiences with white shoes. Her family painted her shoes since they couldn't afford to buy white ones for her graduation. However, during the ceremony, it began to rain, causing the paint on Eva's shoes to wash away. What happened to her shoes and how she felt at the moment are shown in the artwork. She was embarrassed to the point where she considered leaving. Many people, however, were clapping since Eva was an honor student in their class. I did the artwork from the perspective of the story's narrator.
The White Shoes: An Audiobook
by Ma. Angela Clarito of 12 ABM
by Ma. Angela Clarito of 12 ABM
Looking for a way to de-stress? Perhaps, looking for entertainment? Worry no more! Ma. Angela Clarito of ABM 12 presents an audiobook* of the short story entitled The White Shoes written by Grace D. Chong. This audiobook tells the story of Mrs. Cruz and her prominent life experience that helped her become a successful businesswoman and…a shoes fairy (?). Sit back, relax, and listen on…as Ms. Clarito reveals a glimpse of the protagonist’s journey to success and the very reason why she loves giving shoes.
*An audiobook is a voice recording of a particular book or story being read out loud. It allows someone to enter in the world of their favorite books without actually reading them.
*An audiobook is a voice recording of a particular book or story being read out loud. It allows someone to enter in the world of their favorite books without actually reading them.
FEATURE STORY
The Shoe-ccess Story of Mrs. Cruz
by Karl Sioux Cañaman, John Christian Efondo, Julieanne Fernandez, Karyl Angelyn Lim of 12 ABM
by Karl Sioux Cañaman, John Christian Efondo, Julieanne Fernandez, Karyl Angelyn Lim of 12 ABM
This latest issue of Women Entrepreneur features Mrs. Eva Cruz, a successful businesswoman. Join us and be inspired as we uncover the secrets and her rags-to-riches story of success on how a single piece of clothing greatly impacted her life. This magazine is inspired by the Palanca award-winning short story written by Grace Chong entitled “The White Shoes”. The magazine includes an interview with the main character of the story, Mrs. Eva Cruz, featuring her climb from being a girl unable to have a proper outfit for her graduation into a woman owning a successful company.
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SHORT DRAMA AND POETRY
By: Mary Natalie Ampunan, Maryrose Ang, Jhornie Ley Bendol, Frea Marie Pauline Magbanua, and Kim Masculino
Mrs. Cruz expressed her desire to buy her own shoes when she was young in the poem, but she was unable to do so due to of her family’s financial limitations. The shoes are like stars to her because no matter how much she wanted them, all she could do was gaze at them from afar, much like the stars. Furthermore, despite the fact that there were many other types of shoes, each with its own color, she only desired the white shoes, which she wore on one of the most important days of her life.
Yearnings at Night
by Kristine Joy Topacio of 12 ABM
by Kristine Joy Topacio of 12 ABM
This artwork is inspired by the short story of Alice Munro entitled "Voices". Illustrated here is a girl being held by one of the men she saw at the party. The encounter between Peggy and the men exposed her to things that should be inappropriate to witness as a child, and this sparked her mind to yearn for how she also wanted to be comforted and loved in that way. The message that is conveyed in this artwork is about the harmful outcome when vulnerable ones are left unprotected.
This artwork is inspired by the short story of Alice Munro entitled "Voices". Illustrated here is a girl being held by one of the men she saw at the party. The encounter between Peggy and the men exposed her to things that should be inappropriate to witness as a child, and this sparked her mind to yearn for how she also wanted to be comforted and loved in that way. The message that is conveyed in this artwork is about the harmful outcome when vulnerable ones are left unprotected.
This poem is inspired by the literary work ‘Voices’ by Alice Mundo. It is a representation of how society has viewed women back in the days. This shows how women were expected to act and express themselves. It shows how constrictive the rules and norms of society were back then. The name ‘Daisy’ is a nod to Meg March’s nickname from the Little Women, a novel that tackles the subject of feminism. Another work that showcases society’s views and expectations of women.
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Play With Your Dollies Daisy
by Helaina Anjela Tuando Little girl, open your eyes and watch closely Let mom and dad show you society Be a good lady, prim and proper Make sure to always mind your manner For men like their women classy Sweet and obedient, never bossy Men work good jobs for their family Serving her husband is a wife’s duty The son follows in his father’s shoes While a daughter learns her mother’s cues Daisy bell, ladies don’t gossip nor pine They sit up straight and courteous as they dine For propriety is a needed must To avoid men from looking on with lust And when society calls you a woman Only then can you go on and do as you can For when Daisy blooms, Dolly is no longer in her room. |
SHORT STORY
A Look Into Ali's Diary
by Jo-Rujan Claire Alicer, Kassandra Allia de la Vina, Lerey Jane Elarmo, Maria Beatriz Flores, & Mark Gabriel Militante
by Jo-Rujan Claire Alicer, Kassandra Allia de la Vina, Lerey Jane Elarmo, Maria Beatriz Flores, & Mark Gabriel Militante
The adaptation of this story is inspired by Orhan Pamuk's, "To Look Out The Window." The narrative is all about the protagonist's feelings and emotions written in his diary. Given that the fiction is based on the narrator’s sentiments, the first-person point of view will be used. The gist of the story is that the young protagonist, Ali, begins to realize that his life is suddenly consistently changing due to his family's problems, taking away his supposed-to-be joyful and innocent childhood. The characters remain unchanged, just like in the original story by Pamuk, but their roles and actions are changed.
Click the image on the right to read the story.
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Double-Edged Sword
by Kris Edryll Rebute & Daniel Lorenz Tamon of 12-ABM
by Kris Edryll Rebute & Daniel Lorenz Tamon of 12-ABM
This short story is an adaptation from the story of Orhan Pamuk’s “To Look out the Window”. A story of Ali about his father who’s in search of his true identity left his family for a man whom he met some time ago in an unexpected time and place in Turkey. After which the relationship became full-blown. They enjoyed their moment in the romantic city of Paris. It is an extraordinary love of a father not entirely for his family but for another man. That short-lived affair ended up in a tragic event.
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Radio drama
The Window of Escape
by Ysabel Cababasay, Krezia Marie Gustilo, Kate Margarette Hautea, Sharealli Kyle Malaki, and Ariana Kae Pinzon of 12 ABM
by Ysabel Cababasay, Krezia Marie Gustilo, Kate Margarette Hautea, Sharealli Kyle Malaki, and Ariana Kae Pinzon of 12 ABM
“The Window of Escape” is a bittersweet radio drama inspired by Orhan Pamuk’s “To Look Out the Window.” delving into the domains of marriage and parenthood It simultaneously seeks to reveal the disparity of a mother’s perspective as compared to a child’s naïve viewpoint, depicted in Pamuk’s writing, amidst family conflict; it attempts to display the interconnectedness of relationships within the family unit by being a spin off to Pamuk’s story. Tackling relevant dilemmas in today’s society including faulty family dynamics and the lack of family planning, it offers a timely audio play about love and family to its audience.
PoEtry
Patience Isn’t Always a Virtue
A cat stumbled upon a nest, It decide to wait and rest; For birds he could feast, It could wait in the very least. First came a lovely blue pair, Then it made him despair, It could never eat the shell, But hatchlings would fill him well. And so wait again it did, In the shadows it hid; As three more eggs came, The cat could hardly wait to claim. A couple days had gone by, And the hatchlings released their cry; Yet they were too skinny, It wanted them more meaty. And so once again it wait, Yet this time it was too late; For they all flew away to safety, It was left to watch a nest so empty. |
The work is an adaptation of the short story ‘The Patient Cat’ by Laura E. Richards as a part of her collection ‘The Pig Brother and Other Fables and Stories’ in 1981. The story is about a cat who found a bird’s nest on top of a tree and decided to wait until the hatchlings are fat enough to eat. The story ended with the cat bemoaning the empty nest, as the hatchlings were old enough to fly. The moral of the story is that timing, not patience, is what one needs.
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