To some, this image might just be a simple drawing, sketch, logo or what have you. But to me, this image represents the days when work felt like playing and playing felt more like work. I don’t easily get attached to people. But this logo right here, made me a better person. Made me understand the value of friendship. Made me realize that work can also mean happiness.
People whom I used to work with under this logo will definitely understand what I’m trying to say. Specially those who started the entire journey with me right from the beginning. Mind you, it wasn’t the best pilot team. But somehow, we made it work.
From a very “bouncy” boss, a “cheeky” assistant, a fabulous diva (ehem ehem), a fallen “divette“, a “thunder“-ous force, a “something” supermodel, a gullible black beauty, a chinky-eyed vixen, a corn-eating “chubbette” and the martyr wife, we all blended together creating the infamous “The Powerhouse Team”.
And to the rest of the folks who were a part of this unforgettable journey, y’all better take the center stage and do your pirouettes, twirls and courtesies.
Norma Garcia Teofilo. A simple name to some. But a shining beacon of strength and love to me and my brothers.
Raising 3 kids alone was a tough job. But somehow, you pulled it off. And we will forever be grateful for raising us well. We are all very lucky to have you as our mother. Norlito, Melbene Anthony and myself are all very lucky to have you as our Mom.
I owe all the most valuable lessons in life to you. Because I learned everything from you. From mastering strength, courage, understanding, selflessness and love. Thank you.
I’d give up anything, as in anything, just to have another day with you.
People ask me questions like ‘do I find it difficult to live alone’ or ‘am I lonely because I’m alone’ or ‘do I miss you’. I simply answer them with a smile. Because I bet they have no idea how I feel inside. Of course I can feel the pangs of envy every time I see a happy family. There will always be that longing. But I brush it off because I know I have you constantly watching over me and my brothers. My guardian angel. Our guardian angel.
Life is tough. And its tougher when you have nobody to talk to. And it surprises me every time to find a bag of strength when I need it the most. I bet that’s your doing.
Norma to some. Norming to your friends. Manang to your siblings. Mommy to my Dad. Mama to us, your kids.
Happy Birthday Ma! “Thank God for you, the wind beneath my wings.”
We simply have to close our eyes to feel your warmth. We miss you. I miss you so much.
I love you.
I’m posting this video of Bette Midler‘s “Wind Beneath My Wings” because you were constantly singing this song to me. Reading the lyrics, I have to say YOU are the wind beneath my wings.
“Wind Beneath My Wings” Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh. It must have been cold there in my shadow, to never have sunlight on your face. You were content to let me shine, that’s your way. You always walked a step behind.
So I was the one with all the glory, while you were the one with all the strength. A beautiful face without a name for so long. A beautiful smile to hide the pain.
Did you ever know that you’re my hero, and everything I would like to be? I can fly higher than an eagle, ’cause you are the wind beneath my wings.
It might have appeared to go unnoticed, but I’ve got it all here in my heart. I want you to know I know the truth, of course I know it. I would be nothing without you.
Did you ever know that you’re my hero? You’re everything I wish I could be. I could fly higher than an eagle, ’cause you are the wind beneath my wings.
Did I ever tell you you’re my hero? You’re everything, everything I wish I could be. Oh, and I, I could fly higher than an eagle, ’cause you are the wind beneath my wings, ’cause you are the wind beneath my wings.
Oh, the wind beneath my wings. You, you, you, you are the wind beneath my wings. Fly, fly, fly away. You let me fly so high. Oh, you, you, you, the wind beneath my wings. Oh, you, you, you, the wind beneath my wings.
Fly, fly, fly high against the sky, so high I almost touch the sky. Thank you, thank you, thank God for you, the wind beneath my wings.
Family… Wikipedia defined family as a group of people affiliated by consanguinity, affinity, or co-residence. The question now is, what about those individuals whose family is scattered all over the world? What about those people who chose to be independent? What about those people whose parents have “moved-on”? What about us? What about me?
I define family as hearts beating collectively to the same tune. Be it blood-related or not, family knows no color. No religion. No gender. Family sees no difference. Family is acceptance. Family is understanding. Family is love.
Another sleepless night and I was scouring YouTube when I stumbled on this video…
I read the lyrics… And a teardrop fell.
The song reminded me of my Mom.
Lyrics:
There she was, 5’3 a picture of my mother’s mother. She showed me love, and all the ways of God. Her final days were spent in bed where she passed away. I won’t forget her smiling face when she left us that night. But I still miss you. All the times we spent together. To hear you talk about the weather. I always prayed you’d get well soon. I wish my prayers came true. I know Jesus has the answer. And He’s way bigger than the cancer in you. But I still miss you. If dreams came true, just one more chance to talk to you. And thank you for the time you spent teaching me the truth. A boy back then, I’ve grown up, now I’m a man I can finally understand the things you said to me. But I still miss you. All the times we spent together. To hear you talk about the weather. I always prayed you’d get well soon. I wish my prayers came true. I know Jesus has the answer. And He’s way bigger than the cancer in you. But I still miss you. I need some help to carry on. I need some strength to keep me strong…
Another year has passed and I’m still spending Christmas alone.
Family is thousands of miles away. But I know our hearts are still connected under those shining bright stars. Yep! We are still under this big old world.
They say Christmas is for family get-together and the time of giving. Well what about us who are celebrating Christmas alone? Are we not to celebrate the season?
I’d say Christmas is all about remembering. Remembering the ties we’ve built and the connections we’ve made. Remembering the people who have touched our lives and made life worth living. Remembering those close to our hearts and the memories we’ve created and shared.
Christmas for me are the memories engraved in my heart forever.
To some, this image might just be a simple drawing, sketch, logo or what have you. But to me, this image represents the days when work felt like playing and playing felt more like work. I don’t easily get attached to people. But this logo right here, made me a better person. Made me understand the value of friendship. Made me realize that work can also mean happiness.
Tofi 