Wherever You Are Now...

I warn you, malungkot tong post ko na ito.

But if you're a mother and you have a mother, read on.

I vividly remember the memories, even it happened 17 years ago.

I was sitting in a rocking chair that she used to sit and sing lullabies for us.

I was waiting for my 3 siblings to arrive from school.

I was waiting for them to hear the saddest news I have ever conveyed to three young kids, ages 15, 12 and 7.

"She's gone. She's gone now."

After 10 years that I was gone, travelling from different places and different countries,

nakauwi din ako. Me and my wife scheduled a time na bisitahin ang malamig and napakalungkot na lugar where my Mom was buried.

My cute and kikay sister painted Mom's tomb with color "Yellow" saying she was touched by the death of Cory and the yellow color that the late president and heroine will be always remembered. So don't wonder if it's colored yellow. :)

Our Mom is also our hero, infact, more than a hero, she is the best mother in this world...for us, her sons and daughter.

I was crying when we get there, and my loving wife hugged me and tapped me at the back. I cannot contain the heaviness that I was feeling deep within my heart, and the disappointments over the many dreams I have for her that was not realize. And oh, the happiness and joy we are experiencing now, and wished she too would have experience the same.

I cannot deny that my mind and my heart was still feeling hurt with what happened nearly 18 years ago, despite of the assurances that we will be together again one day, because I have just simple, and oh, it was only a simple dream for my mother, and I couldn't realize them now.

I just want her to have a little comfort in life, go shop to the malls and buy her favorite dress or shoe, dine out with her with my small family, cook her favorite foods with the comfort of technologies and appliances, and have her attend to her garden and orchids in the front yard.

Just that. Just that.

Today is her birthday, she is 58th years old now.

Happy happy Birthday!

Wherever you are, I terribly miss you, Mom. And I know you are happier now, but I am still hoping some many many years to come, we will be able to shop, dine, and play at your garden...

there....

in Heaven.

©2010 THOUGHTSKOTO

Love is Like a Bubblegum!

A high school classmate of mine named Suzette said one time,

"Love is like a Bubble gum, kung dumikit, makabuang!"

Happy Hearts day everyone!

Always remember that love is a verb. Love is an action word.

It's not only being said and "kalas" (done).

It should be shown most importantly in the deed.

I also believe that a person who has love in his/her heart is much happier than the one who has not.

It doesn't matter kung kanino tayo in love, sa parents natin, sa friends natin, sa special someone natin, sa

families natin,

but love is not just for two people.

It should be for all.

Love for all, even the animals and the not-so-good ones is called

CHARITY,

and it never fails!

©2010 THOUGHTSKOTO

Hear Our Voice...

I have to add that image here.

That Juan DelaCruz especially drawn by the owner of the blog The Sandbox for PEBA reminds me always of the responsibility we all have to our country, to our fellowmen.

He said we can do all we want to that image, but just don't remove or change the thumb inked with red color because that is his stand in the coming election. Me and Azel for PEBA didn't removed that.

We respect the man.

I was also honestly touched.

What is my stand? Do I have to make a stand?

What difference will I make if I state my stand?

So I asked Nebz, PEBA's winner for this year, and an OFW advocate to draft his thoughts and expectations for the coming election. He made the flash images. Then I ask CM of the Dungeon (Palau) and George of Palipasan (Qatar), and Rio of Bisjoker (Afghanistan)the men behind KABLOGS. I also ask NJ, and the Pink Tarha Girls (Saudi bloggers).

This compilation of thoughts and ideas, serves as the Voice of KABLOGS and PEBA for this coming election.

"Let the new leaders of our land rise from the votes of the OFWs"

This article was originally posted at the Philippine Online Chronicles, and Blogwatch.ph

For decades, we've been lauded as "Bagong Bayani" as a recognition by the same government who has caused our mass exodus into foreign lands.

Let's breathe the title of modern day heroes and accept its appended challenges and responsibilities. Despite our distance and diversity, we take pride in being a part of the Filipino abroad’s global recognition as shapers of the world.

Now, the time has come to unleash the heroes within us as the majestic sun rises in the East and its rays of hope shines upon our nation this coming May 2010 election.

This is a call for our collective voice in the 2010 election. We encourage all Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) and their families to actively participate and be part of our country’s historic electoral process.

For several years, we’ve made our presence felt in building our nation. In every single dollar remittance that is being delivered in our family’s doorsteps, we OFWs have helped in sustaining the Philippines’ economic growth.

Our experiences in and out the country have led us to become seasoned professionals who are now politically mature to discern what’s best for our home country. Now is the moment to make a difference. We are part of the 12 million Filipinos dispersed across the world and we can definitely make a difference.

We will solidify our stand to choose the right leaders fo

r our country. We will influence our family and loved ones back home, the recipient of our hardships and struggles abroad, to act too. We will guide them in making their choices this coming May 2010because we believe that their actions will not only shape our country’s future but the future of the generations to come.

Our nation has suffered from the action (and inaction) of irresponsible and corrupt government officials but we must remain steadfast in our hope and desire of having a better country. Our nation is already battered and divided. This coming election, its fate resides in US.

If there is a time to live as modern day heroes, to make a difference as global Filipinos, to embark on something worth doing, IT IS NOW!

Let us empower ourselves as OFWs. With one voice and one heart, let's vote and get counted! Only responsible voters can bring responsible leaders in office on May 2010.

Let the new leaders of our land rise from the votes of OFWs.

I am asking other OFW and Bloggers to please repost this in your blogs, or send it through email to your friends and families. Thank you. - Mr. Thoughtskoto

© 2010 THOUGHTSKOTO