My grand padlet by annette s. ward

PST

tablazonsimon — 2017-02-16 05:18:53 UTC

maxfigurasin — 2017-02-16 05:40:47 UTC

2017-02-16 05:46:54 UTC

detorreskathleen — 2017-02-16 05:48:15 UTC

Tablazon, Paul Simon M.

tablazonsimon — 2017-02-16 05:53:30 UTC

Balmoris, Ana Beatriz

anabalmoris — 2017-02-16 05:57:07 UTC

luissegaberutao — 2017-02-16 06:00:13 UTC

Man in white

He was a man of few words. A very quiet man, whose silence earned him other people's respect.

I never saw him wear anything but white. In his 92 years, that was the only color he would have in his closet. He was always well dressed and well mannered. He was vain and I love him for it.

When he was 79 years old, he was diagnosed to have cancer of the prostate. The family was devastated. Being the eldest and the only one left in the Philippines to take care of our parents, I took the responsibility of taking him to the hospital every day for his radiation treatments. He was a good patient, never complaining, always following what the doctor says.

In response to his sickness, he became more religious. He prayed the rosary every day and asked people to pray for him. He was given five years to live, he defied science, for he lived up to 92. Indeed, prayers seem to work more powerful than any drugs. He was a classic example.

In 2012, I needed to go to New Zealand to take care of a grandson, my first. It was so difficult to leave a sick father, but I also needed to be a mother to my daughter. The day of my departure, as I kissed him goodbye, he asked as to when I would be back to which I replied, "just in time for your birthday". He looked at me and took me by surprise as he held both my hands and kissed it. I guess that was his way of thanking me for all that I have done for him. I was humbled by him.

Two weeks later, he died.

We are a family of few words, never vocal or showy of our emotions. The day my father kissed my hand, was the day he showed me what love, gratitude, gentleness is all about. The words ceased to be abstract. He lived them.

Annette Ward

Original Bad Boys

paganmin23 — 2017-02-16 06:04:09 UTC

T. Papasin

Aseremo, Jasmine Jenica M.

jasminejenicaaseremo — 2017-02-16 06:05:40 UTC

This is my balita...

vinaeraestrella — 2017-02-16 06:10:40 UTC

Fernandez, Finina Marie C.

jessy_chinki — 2017-02-16 06:16:26 UTC

Ryoma Tamayo

ryotamayooda — 2017-02-16 06:16:33 UTC

Ryoma

ryotamayooda — 2017-02-16 06:19:16 UTC

I love your brother too!

ROXAS, Jeff B.

jefftheroxas — 2017-02-16 06:21:01 UTC

Ryoma

ryotamayooda — 2017-02-16 06:21:10 UTC

Self love is beautiful too. I hope I'll develop that skill (?) one day. <3

marcteves7 — 2017-02-16 06:24:56 UTC

cute!

patriciaangela428 — 2017-02-16 06:25:18 UTC

jeff

jefftheroxas — 2017-02-16 06:25:42 UTC

indeed, no one can equal the warmth of a mother's love <3333333333

To the guy who never left

marcteves7 — 2017-02-16 06:25:44 UTC

My Awesome Mother Always

ferminavergara — 2017-02-16 06:25:56 UTC

TJ

paganmin23 — 2017-02-16 06:26:07 UTC

Nihilism...
never thought I'd meet someone like you Simon :)

Fermina

ferminavergara — 2017-02-16 06:27:12 UTC

Hi, Ma'am. I suddenly remembered my grandma .

Ryoma

ryotamayooda — 2017-02-16 06:27:46 UTC

Literally made me cry. You write beautifully Ma'am.

A Tiara That Only You Can Give

karlaanosa — 2017-02-16 06:27:56 UTC

Mother Dearest

angelaviadizon — 2017-02-16 06:29:57 UTC

Ryoma

ryotamayooda — 2017-02-16 06:30:02 UTC

Never been to Bulacan but this post made me curious. Bring me to Bulacan, Jeff!

jeff

jefftheroxas — 2017-02-16 06:30:24 UTC

you have twisted philosophies, simon. and i love people who are passionate and firm with their belief system

Fermz

ferminavergara — 2017-02-16 06:31:48 UTC

Yes, Ryoma. Bulacan for Art App.

maxfigurasin — 2017-02-16 06:32:13 UTC

I miss my lola

Fermina

ferminavergara — 2017-02-16 06:32:56 UTC

Hi, Vina! Moms are always the best! :)

Ryoma

ryotamayooda — 2017-02-16 06:33:13 UTC

I love how inspiring Tita is. Can't wait to meet her.

Lab lab lab

zephaniasy — 2017-02-16 06:33:58 UTC

Gian Herrera

Sam

zaballasamantha — 2017-02-16 06:34:32 UTC

jeff

jefftheroxas — 2017-02-16 06:34:41 UTC

mothers, in general, are selfless

marcteves7 — 2017-02-16 06:34:41 UTC

<3 <3 <3

BEST DAD EVER JUSQ

torrescarmelli — 2017-02-16 06:34:42 UTC

ok

andreajacinto04 — 2017-02-16 06:34:53 UTC

Andrea Jamaica H. Jacinto

Tears

richardandre_herras — 2017-02-16 06:35:29 UTC

PARDINES, Sheila Mae

sheila_pardines — 2017-02-16 06:36:29 UTC

Set It Free

Fermina

ferminavergara — 2017-02-16 06:36:43 UTC

We never understand their ways, but I agree regretting every moment hurting the feelings of our parents.

rebelliaux12 — 2017-02-16 06:38:02 UTC

Ryoma

ryotamayooda — 2017-02-16 06:38:11 UTC

I love the way you led the readers in your story. I hope you're happier now. <3

andrea_ea18 — 2017-02-16 06:38:17 UTC

Papa Tj

paganmin23 — 2017-02-16 06:38:19 UTC

from one lola's boy to another...
RESPECT

Sheila to Jeff

sheila_pardines — 2017-02-16 06:39:13 UTC

I always passed by Bulacan whenever we go north. I have never seen and appreciated the place but it's nice to know how you have such a great love for your homeland

Every boy's special woman

brayan_kasya159 — 2017-02-16 06:40:29 UTC

Maria Cecilia

aellapotestades — 2017-02-16 06:40:35 UTC

jefftheroxas — 2017-02-16 06:40:50 UTC

jefftheroxas — 2017-02-16 06:40:56 UTC

Fermina

ferminavergara — 2017-02-16 06:41:22 UTC

Hi, Simon! "Lettuce be friends" is what you told me before the start of class in chat and being alone is fun as well, but whenever you need friends. We're here for you! :D
Btw, my Mama would always ask how are you because you were the first classmate of mine
she met.

papa tj

paganmin23 — 2017-02-16 06:41:44 UTC

any boy's first love is his mother..

My Father: My Mentor, Guardian, and Inspiration

zaballasamantha — 2017-02-16 06:42:37 UTC

Samantha G. Zaballa

2017-02-16 06:42:48 UTC

“Mata ang pinanghahanap, hindi bibig!”

Khai

karlaanosa — 2017-02-16 06:43:11 UTC

I love your mom and dad so much. They treat me like their own daughter din. So sweet. Papa-adopt na ko tbh

Brian

brayan_kasya159 — 2017-02-16 06:43:20 UTC

The bond of brothers huh.. wish I had a brother.. haha

Vina

vinaeraestrella — 2017-02-16 06:43:26 UTC

I understand you, Carmelli. I, too have a similar relationship with my dad. I am also like him, except for my sex. :)

papa gg

zephaniasy — 2017-02-16 06:44:35 UTC

another mama's boy
SALUTE brotha!!

First and Second Mother

loving_toty — 2017-02-16 06:44:50 UTC

Sam

zaballasamantha — 2017-02-16 06:45:16 UTC

@Sheila I had an almost similar experience in the past, too, but it was only for a short time. But there aren't challenges that we cannot overcome :)

karlaanosa — 2017-02-16 06:45:50 UTC

papa gg

zephaniasy — 2017-02-16 06:45:56 UTC

bros before hoes

navalcath — 2017-02-16 06:46:35 UTC

Vina

vinaeraestrella — 2017-02-16 06:46:47 UTC

I am happy for you, Marc! :)

sheils to sam

sheila_pardines — 2017-02-16 06:47:17 UTC

Then it is amazing how you managed to overcome yours for a short time. it was good that it was short-lived for you ;)

luissegaberutao — 2017-02-16 06:47:27 UTC

Fermina

ferminavergara — 2017-02-16 06:47:33 UTC

Your text moved me to cry a bit and remembered the hardship of my mom for us. Our mothers will always be the best. ;')

Brian

brayan_kasya159 — 2017-02-16 06:47:38 UTC

I feel you bro. Swak bro. Haha

SAMILING, Marianne

samilingmarianne — 2017-02-16 06:48:47 UTC

malandi journal #1

lizamhelmendoza1997 — 2017-02-16 06:49:00 UTC

Mendoza, Lizamhel

Ryoma

ryotamayooda — 2017-02-16 06:49:08 UTC

I do remember you telling a story about your teacher back then. She is truly admirable and so are you.

maecorpuz027 — 2017-02-16 06:49:09 UTC

vinaeraestrella — 2017-02-16 06:49:20 UTC

papa gg

zephaniasy — 2017-02-16 06:49:24 UTC

sweetie patootie

maecorpuz027 — 2017-02-16 06:49:30 UTC

Gels to marianne

angelaviadizon — 2017-02-16 06:49:38 UTC

I love Cole Sprouse too!!!

zaballasamantha — 2017-02-16 06:50:22 UTC

That must've been a tough time for you, but I'm glad you found your "Sun" :)

Papa Tj

paganmin23 — 2017-02-16 06:51:21 UTC

sana babae rin ako para maging Daddy's little princess rin ako

Wyn to marianes trench

2017-02-16 06:51:25 UTC

Same!

sheila_pardines — 2017-02-16 06:51:37 UTC

Carmelli

torrescarmelli — 2017-02-16 06:51:54 UTC

Aww Dads are just the best, huh? <3

andy j

andreajacinto04 — 2017-02-16 06:51:54 UTC

hi sheila i hope you'll get through your social anxiety it takes time :)

zaballasamantha — 2017-02-16 06:52:01 UTC

Your hair :D

ryotamayooda — 2017-02-16 06:52:03 UTC

2017-02-16 06:52:41 UTC

janjan

zephaniasy — 2017-02-16 06:52:55 UTC

i remember the time you showed me a pic of your dad, showing his a** na may nakasabit na something hahaha

Brian

brayan_kasya159 — 2017-02-16 06:52:58 UTC

same with Tj hay

richie to sheila

richardandre_herras — 2017-02-16 06:53:14 UTC

I will always be here if you want to talk mwamwamwamwamwaaaa

2017-02-16 06:53:16 UTC

Kitchie saved me

loving_toty — 2017-02-16 06:53:22 UTC

no word can't express her love :'D

sheils to richard

sheila_pardines — 2017-02-16 06:53:24 UTC

T_T beautifully written with a heart-constricting content.

Sam

zaballasamantha — 2017-02-16 06:53:30 UTC

Fermina

ferminavergara — 2017-02-16 06:54:15 UTC

Cole my love too

liz

lizamhelmendoza1997 — 2017-02-16 06:54:22 UTC

we have so much love for our dads

Noctis

paganmin23 — 2017-02-16 06:54:30 UTC

I Feel yah sis!

Sam

zaballasamantha — 2017-02-16 06:54:31 UTC

Dads are the BEST!!!! <3