When I was 10, I wanted to be a journalist. I loved how journalist can travel for free and experience the best things the world could offer. My dad would always advice me to read English books, watch English films and TV shows. And then he'll say, " Anak, kapag hindi mo alam yung meaning ng isang word, tignan mo sa dictionary."
When I was 10,I started to gain weight. People teased me about starting to be obessed. I rarely went out to play with my friends. Others would tell me to eat less or I'll end up a "Dabyana" But my parents never felt the same as those people who hurt me emotionally. I would still laugh whenever my dad looks at me and say,"Hindi naman mataba anak ko eh. Sexy na nga yan eh!"
When I was 12 and was a high school freshmen, I had a subject grade that went down from 96% to 86%. I was so disappointed and devastated that time. As soon as I got home, I locked myself in my room and cried. But my dad was just like "Wag ka ng umiyak, okay lang yun. Tara merienda tayo sa Jollibee."
When I was 15 and was about to graduate in high school, I wanted to be a psychologist. I said I wanted to study in FEU. Both my Mama and Papa were supportive of me. After I took the entrance exam, he advised "Tapat yun ng UE, his former school, madalas magbaha dun pag umuulan."
Summer before college, I realized, through the help of my former high school principal, that B.A. grads have more job opportunities. I changed my mind about wanting to be a psychologist. I consulted my decision to my parents and they just asked me,"Gusto mo ba talaga yun?"
In my life now, I am starting to realize how lucky I am. I may not have those things other people have, but I have loving parents. They never pressured me on anything. Actually, it was me who always put a pressure on myself. They would always tell me to loose myself up a bit. They never stopped me from doing what I want. Their undying support brings me courage. Their enlightening advices were my guiding principles. Their unselfish care gives me strength. And their unconditional love is my life's fuel, the one that keeps me from wanting to make them proud and happy for me. My simple achievements such as placing 10th in a News Writing Competition when I was in elementary, winning Best Supporting Actress in a classroom play in high school, and winning in a sack relay in my college's sports fest meant a lot to them.
Dear Mama and Papa,
I admit that there were times in my life when I wished I had parents who could be there for me 24/7. But I will always and forever be grateful to God for giving me such a wonderful, beautiful and handsome, supportive, caring, and loving parents like you. I love you so much. We love you so much. We are so thankful to have you both in our lives.
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