Sinigang

 

 

Another thing we can learn from a short story is moral values that we can incorporate into our everyday lives. Because of the values they can teach us, short stories can also shift our perspective on life. Sinigang by Marie Aubrey Villaceran taught me various principles that I can use or apply in my daily life. This story taught me a lot, particularly about families.

This story taught me to be loyal to you partner. Even if I am not in a romantic relationship, I can use this lesson in the future, particularly if I decide to start a family. We can see the consequences of having an extramarital affair with another man or woman in the story.

Giving respect, particularly to elders, and being obedient are two lessons I learned from the story. Many Filipino practices are highlighted in the story, one of which is reverence for elders. In the first part of the novel, Liza always admired her aunt. Even though she dislikes discussing her experience at the wake, she still answered all of her aunt's questions. Despite her distant relationship and disappointment with her father, Liza valued him. Because of her father's order, she even accompanied her mother to the wake of her half-brother, and this is where obedience can be seen.

Making amends and learning from your mistakes. Liza was hoping for an “I am sorry” from her father, and this is the beginning of Liza trusting her father again. We must be honest in saying that we regret doing such a thing and will not certainly do it again Often, consider the options before going to act to avoid making decisions that might hurt others.

These are the lessons I learned from the wonderful short story "Sinigang." This will teach every reader the importance of having a strong relationship among family members, respecting, being positive, caring, and forgiving, particularly to Filipino families who are experiencing the same issue as the story.

           As a 21st century learner, the impact of the story to me is that one of us is composed of various qualities and behaviors that make us special. We have qualities that we don't like, and we adjust relying on what we believe will bring happiness, just like a Sinigang with a variety of vegetables added regardless of who will eat it. It is as if we're developing our recipe for being the best version of ourselves. Ultimately, just like Sinigang with a variety of vegetables, we will all have someone who will love us for who we are because we perfectly fit into their preferences.