Saturday, August 1, 2009
My husband and I were up early this morning for my appointment in the hospital laboratory. The first thing we heard on the news is that our beloved Pres. Corazon C. Aquino died at 3:18 a.m. I cried. I felt sad. She had been an epitome of peace, a unifying factor, a “mother figure” to us, Filipinos. She had been in the politics and yet she did not succumb to the immoralities and corruption so perfectly lived by many leaders of our country. She always stayed calm and peaceful despite the many trials she encountered.When what seemed to be insurmountable ordeal came, she urged Filipinos to stay calm and to pray and pray for guidance. She was an instrument for the restoration of our democracy. She effect change in government without violence. This is her legacy not just to the Filipinos but to the world.
She will be envied by many politicians for her passing revealed that she is indeed loved by so many people. Many of us never even saw her in person. We wept for the passing of a good and gentle person. Tonight as I watched the news, people are continuously going to her wake. Some of them came from far places. They wanted to pay their respect to the person who never even laid an eyes on them. What a love for our departed president.
She will forever remain in our hearts. Her works will forever be remembered.
To our current leaders, and to those coming leaders, may you emulate her good examples.
Stand only for what is right and just…
To step down from the power when your term is up.
To give others a chance to serve our country.
That when you serve, may you always put in mind and deed, first and foremost, the welfare your people.
May you emulate her morale excellence and integrity.
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