Burrito

It is natural for most of us to like certain characteristics of another culture that is not part of our own. Whenever it is not present in our ways, we try to adapt them somehow. Some people learn the language of another nationality, while others dress up in their fashion. In Betch D's case, she eats a burrito.

Yup, you got it. She's trying hard to be Mexican, and it's not working. In fact, her eating a burrito magnifies her being a Filipino. Let me tell you why.

First, she enjoys it so much because the burrito's got rice in it. Yes, you argue it's rice cooked the Mexican way. Sure sure. That's true anyway. Second, we have meat to go with the rice. Perfect match! Lastly, we have the the flour tortilla to wrap around the two, making it a very handy and portable meal.

Because I've been observing Betch D for some time now, I can certainly say that she is a true Filipino. For her, the rice and meat packed together are the kanin and ulam, while the tortilla wrap is the pisang tinapay. What a filling meal! Don't forget your cup of Cafe Puro to go with that.

Hah, think no one would notice? I have to say though, the tortilla wrap is a clever disguise!