In Game K N Ba this weekend, Kris had this question for Bianca Gonzales and her opponent regarding a book of a certain Alexander Ledesma Lacson. The question was "According to Alexander Ledesma Lacson, what are the Twelve (12) things every Filipino can do to help our country?" Bianca got 2 answers correctly which made her the winner. Aside from getting glued to the TV screen and starstrucked by the lovely face of Bianca, I was also moved by the message Lacson wanted as to realize. The 12 things are really simple ones. If we can follow at least 5 of these, the Philippines will probably be a better place.

Here it is.

1. Follow traffic rules.
2. Whenever you buy or pay for anything, always ask for an official receipt.
3. Do not buy smuggled goods. Buy local. Buy Filipino.
4. When you talk to others, especially to foreigners, speak positively of our race and our country.
5. Respect your traffic officer soldier and other public servants.
6. Do not litter. Dispose your garbage properly. Segregate. Recycle. Conserve.
7. Support your church (or charitable/civic organizations)
8. During elections, do your solemn duty.
9. Pay your employees well.
10. Pay your taxes.
11. Adopt a scholar or adopt a poor child.
12. Be a good parent. Teach your kids to follow the law and to love our country.