Without flushing...

Almost everyday, as I rally to go on my daily duty, I wonder how people use their sense of responsibility or let say basic responsibility on our surroundings.

It was an uncomfortable feeling. It is along Ayala Avenue. There's a group of people talking and enjoying the smoke of their cigarettes. Suddenly, I noticed a woman who gently placed her trash on her side. I thought she was going after the bin after her stick of cigarette was done but it was almost motionless and undisturbed where she only flicked the cigarette butt on her side -- observing and trying to absorb every small movement from her. If there's anyone observing me too, to that person I certainly looked silly.

I always come out feeling depressed, frustrated, exhausted, depleted or angry when I see those kind of people. They’re everywhere.

I couldn't take my eyes off them as I watch them make their way inside the building. In that moment, it is not only the pollutions they bring—no problem with the toxins that they inhales but the pollution that they share to our surroundings? That should be another story. It would be so nice if they’re the only ones who will suffer because of cigar smoking—but it’s not.

Everyday I come to work, I usually see cigarette butts (I think you too). Look closely at the ground at any intersection; whether it’s outside the buildings, car parks, sidewalks; cigarette butts are everywhere. And I always see people throwing, here and there--most of these are call centre agents. It’s like leaving your own debris without flushing the toilet bowls. Who wants to be that kind of person? Or, who would appreciate that kind of person?

Many didn't probably notice. Some may look like an office executive, others are close to an angel, girls with pretty face and guys with handsome looks, but after finishing a stick of cigarette they would not lend their precious time to throw their trash inside the bin —just to walk a few seconds is hard for them and the annoying thing is, flicking their trash everywhere seems so normal.

It’s not necessary to list down the do’s and don’ts here. Man has the highest I.Q that was created.

This isn’t preaching. This isn’t being so good. We are all human being.