"ATenean explores Quezon City"
By Amil Tamano, SA21 G
Strategy:
My plan was to Interview Drivers I knew personally - Emil Payag and Raquel “Rocky” Sana - to find out the places I could go to in Quezon City. I drove to the UP Churches, Dellastrada and its Sanctuary, on Tuesday February 5. On February 7, I visited the UP Vargas Museum in the afternoon and the people’s wet and dry market earlier that morning. I observed the making of fish balls in the People’s wet and dry market on the same day as well. This is how I split and strategized my field work.
#Stategy #QualitativeResearch #FirstPersonFieldWork #Planning #SA21
Task Number 1
Title: The City according to those who frequently move around it
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Key Informants Interviewed: Drivers Emil Payag, Raque Sana
Sociological Reflection:
I asked drivers because they have the Job of driving around places to give me a social map. It also occurred to me that since they drive around for a living, they would know the Quezon City setting well. In this way, I tried to “understand a setting from the point of view of the people in it” #Weber . However, for them to name the all-noteworthy places in Quezon was almost impossible. This is due to the fact that there are to many areas in the Quezon City area and so listing them all would be overly tedious. That being said, my interviews revealed that the general areas of interest, meaning the areas which were familiar to drivers - were those near the area which they are set. They gave me a picture of where I wanted to go. For example, the two drivers I interviewed were from the Katipunan area so they named places of interest such as markets and churches in Diliman and other nearby places. This highlights that the #SocialContext of a person plays into his depiction or perspective on the areas of interest.
Personal Reflections:
The task was a bit difficult because I had to translate the question from English to Filipino. However, I was able to get an idea on what areas are familiar to these drivers as compared to my own Ideas on the areas of interest in Quezon City. I chose weber’s plan of understanding a setting through the people in it, because really who knows a city more than the drivers who constantly go around it!
#Weber #Setting #SocialMapping
Source of Picture Above: Internet
Task Number 2
Title: QChurches
Sociological Reflection:
The differences in the churches are brought about by the time in which they were built and who exactly built them. #SocialContext The profile of the church goers depends on the Location and the accessibility of the place to outsiders. It also largely depends on the status of the people surrounding the church .
Personal Reflection:
Going to different Churches was interesting. It allowed me to see the different differences in architecture, which were brought about by the contexts of the time it was built as well as the architects themselves. The values and beliefs of the Churches, such as the support of the worship of God, remains a constant theme. George Herbert Mead said that our social contexts and environments shape us, therefore we can say that the beliefs and values of the churchgoers is partly due to the churches. Also - Religion, as put forth in social functionalism, serves its purpose for structure and stability in our society.
#Values #Beliefs #Churches #Mead #Social Functionalism #Religion #Catholicism #Muslim
Some Other Churches in Quezon City:
Iglesia ni Cristo
Parish of the Crucified Lord
Citadel Church
Church of the Gesu
St Ignatius Church (GradeSchool ADMU)
Churches I visited during Fieldwork:
- DellaStrada Parish
Architecture: Baroque, Orthodox Church
Patron saint/Version of God: Mary
Reason for Church’ Patron: Parish believes that Christians should strive to be like Mama Mary.
Profile of Church goers: Varies, as in all churches. However, middle to high class since the church Is located near subdivisions (La Vista, LGV).
Notable observations: Santuary also present beside Church.
2. Church of the Risen Lord, Diliman
Architecture: Parabola shaped. Modern.
Patron saint/Version of God: St. John
Reason for Church’ Patron: Saint of all Dioclesian Preists
Profile of Church goers: Varies as in all churches. A good number of students and faculty members.
3.Parish of the Holy Sacrifice, Diliman
Architecture: Dome, Round top. Roman.
Patron saint/Version of God: San Pedro Calungsod
Reason for Church’ Patron:
Profile of Church goers: Varies.
Notable observations:
Task Number 3
Title: Names, years, death and Social Environment in Quezon
One of the Oldest and Newests "Tombs"
Sociological reflection:
1971-1980, Second 1990-2010 3rd 1931-1940
Sociological Reflection: Marcos’ implemented martial law during this time period, and this could very well be the cause of it having the highest mortality rate. Also, being that the cemetery is located near a subdivision where middle to high-class residents resides. These indicates that the names of the people come from of military or political families.
2nd highest may be due to the various floods and calamities which hit the Philippines at the time. Deaths due to sickness could also be a factor.
3rd This was the time wherein war was eminent. Philippines was still under siege or either recovering from being under the Spanish and Americas for so long.
The names are mostly Filipino-Spanish “Lopez, Orejana” a few Chinese/American. It can be said that this is due to our colonization during early Philippine history. The Chinese are there because they have also entered in great number the latter decades, and they have entered for commerce and because of the market.
#SocialContext #Globalization #DecadewithMostDeaths
Personal Reflection:
Having to look around and take pictures of the names was not a very difficult tasks. However, I had to remember to remain silent and show and maintain a certain type of demeanor in the sanctuary slash cemetery. This kind of behavior is expected from a visitor. In our society, these values of respect and being solemn have been instilled in most visitors, Christian or not.
#Norms #Values #ThoughtsofaMuslim
Sta. Maria Della Strada Parish Sanctuary Visited Feb 5, 2013
Names, Dates of Death
Carlos A. Lopez Sr. October 25, 1928
Felisa R Lopez, October 11 1991
Silvino Lopez, January 2001
Julia Rosa Tuason Dec 5, 1939
Magdalena Tuason Oct 9 1967
Jose Maria Tuason May 12 1980
Jose Lazatin June 13, 1976
Rodrigo Salud March 7 2011
Cezar Nuguid Nov 28, 1980
Alvaro Orejana Oct 16, 1972
Irenea Orejana April 15, 1972
Antonio Orejana Nov 1 1941
Sugundo V Roxas Nov 25, 1985
Heana Edmonds June 7 1992
Josefina Ora'a Dec 12, 1961
Caridad Legaspi Nov 4, 1982
Fraido Legaspi Dec 31, 2011
Teofista Onguico Sarez Nov 23 1957
Frances Ignacio April 9 2007
Victoriano Sumera July 26, 1945
Luis Pimintel June 1 1918
Maurillo Garcia Dec 26, 2012
Alfonso Rivera November 23, 2010
Urbano M Baltao Nov 29 1935
Concepcion R. Baltao Nov 5, 2965
Ongfro Baltao 1934
Elfren Mendoza 1939
Remedios Mendoza Dec 2 1973
Jesus Ignacio Nov 2, 2001
Task # 4
Title: Seeing the SC in QC
Place: UP Vargas Museum
Visited Feb 7 Afternoon
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Sociological Reflection: The museum featured works that highlight ideas such as Nationalism, community, and freedom of expression through unique works of art. The artists who made the paintings, were said to want to be free from the current system of oppression of the poor in the philippines. This is of course brought about by how the people in higher classes treat those who are less fourtunate. These artists, in a way, serve as a medium of expressing their thoughts and beliefs unto us the viewers and it is based on our interpretation that whether or not we decide to make changes in our society!
Personal Reflection: The museum was a good experience, as I was able to see “art” in things unorthodox pieces and works which looked kind of weird. (e.g, There was a piano filled with shredded bits of money...) It made me realize that art really does carry so much weight and voice behind it. It showed me that you can determine what the artist is trying to convey especially if you know the social context in which he or she lived in.
*No artists around at the time*, Talked to the person at the front desk..
*Uniquely Filipino themes, Feel the oppression of Filipinos. Eccentric, oil based works.
#SocialConflict #ChangeinSociety #Nationalism #Freedom #SpeechThroughArt
Task # 5
Title:” Ang super palengke ng MASA”
Products Found:
Coconut, Banana, Mangoes, Slippers, Crabs, Onions, Tomato, Ginger etc.
Sociological Reflection:
The market was like a microcosm of the Philippine society. Battling for position and advantage over the other, the sellers at the stalls promoted their products to me as I walked by. It also highlighted that people are shaped by their social environment. In a place wherein number sellers is greater than the number of buyers, people become more competitive and pull out stops such as shouting names at their customers. (I was even referred to as 'Tangkad' by one of the sellers, just so they could get my attention)
Personal Reflection:
The title of this task was the slogan in the market. It stood out to me, and highlighted that mostly people from the “Masa” category go there. This is probably why as I entered the Market, I got stares and looks from the market goers. In a way, I exhibited deviance by taking pictures and videos of the place. Also, I probably don’t fit the profile of a person who would normally go to the market place. It was an experience. I couldn’t list down all of the products though, since there were so many!
The title of this task was the slogan in the market. It stood out to me, and highlighted that mostly people from the “Masa” category go there. This is probably why as I entered the Market, I got stares and looks from the market goers. In a way, I exhibited deviance by taking pictures and videos of the place. Also, I probably don’t fit the profile of a person who would normally go to the market place. It was an experience. I couldn’t list down all of the products though, since there were so many!
#Deviance #Competition #Market #SocialEnvironmentMoldsthePeopleinIt
Task # 6
Title: Fishball frenzy!
Sociological Reflection: The Fishballs are a local icon in Quezon City.According to most, either Fishballs or Isaw can be referred to as an Iconic and local dish. If you are from the Quezon City area, then chances are you have tasted at least one of these foods. Fishballs cooked are local vendors around the Quezon City Area. The quick snack is cooked by dipping pre-cut fish cutlets into a deep-fryer. After doing so, the balls are skewed and let to dry through a metal type filter. The fishballs cost 0.5 pesos each peace, so I was able to buy two sticks of 5 for only 5php.
Personal Reflection: At first, I was hesitant to try the fishballs because I was scared that they might not be fresh. Especially since in the past, I have had stomach problems because of consuming raw fish. Also, I discriminated or assumed that the fish may not be fresh since a local vendor was the one handling it, and in my mind I thought “who knows where his hands came from.” That being said, the fishballs were delicious and I understand why so many Filipinos enjoy it. For those who come from wealthy families, our lives are much different from those who sell fishballs for a living. Sometimes, we view them as low class type of food, even dangerous to consume! This is brought about by social inequality between the middle to high class to the lower classes (in terms of wealth) which is the main problem in our society. This type of attitude spawned the idea of “Jejes” and the discrimination some feeble minded people dish out to them.
#Food #Fishballs #SeenEverywhere #SocialContext #SocialInequality
Source of Fishball Picture: Internet
Task # 7
Title: Ever place has a (Scary) Story!
Many different stories, depending on the Area. Visited “Magsaysay” Residential area in Loyola Grand Villas, which was rumored to be a place where supernatural phenomenon occurs. Another place that is said to be haunted is the Ateneo Grade School (Tree near Library) and Ateneo Highschool, where spirits are said to roam at night. I know this since I graduated from both the Admu Grade School and High School. This leads me to believe that our beliefs in the supernatural has become a norm since it has been imbeded in our culture as Filipinos.
Personal Reflection:
(Picture to the right: Magsaysay Residence, LGV)
In retrospect, the places which look eerie and have a few years behind them are the ones which are given scary stories, Perhaps, scary stories in our culture has been a way to make us believe that there are things out there beyond our control, that which we can’t explain. It is also a way to discipline our kids. As a young Filipino, I used to be scared to disrespect “Scary Places.” In some way, it taught me both respect and to be humble as a person.
*All pictures, besides those specified otherwise, are taken by Me (Amil Tamano)
*All pictures, besides those specified otherwise, are taken by Me (Amil Tamano)
#ScaryStories #Norms #Beliefs #FilipinoCulture
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