Happy Mother's Day to the greatest mother in the world, Mama Mary.
I miss my mom. For the longest time I had not been able to greet her on Mother's Day since the day she went back to her Creator several years ago. That was the saddest day of my life. I lost not only a mom but a best friend, sister and confidante as well. I miss having her around.
I cannot deny that I envy those who still have their mothers with them. You are very fortunate they are still part of your lives. Shower them with love while you still have the chance. Tell them you love them everyday before it's too late. Never leave room for regrets.
I have been blessed that somehow the vacuum that was created when my mom died had been filled up with Mama Mary's loving presence. She has always been there, guiding and helping me traverse the lowest points in my life. Even though she is a mother to the whole of mankind, still she finds time to listen to my pleas. I guess I'm kinda spoiled because I am aware that even though what I request for is probably wrong, still she gives it to me just so she could dry away my tears. That maybe too profound for people to understand because that is just between the two of us.
So far I have not heard anyone greet her this Mother's Day. Even at the anticipated mass this evening, the priest paid tribute to all the mothers present but failed to acknowedge Mama Mary. This saddened me. I know she really wouldn't mind because she has such a big and forgiving heart. But I do.
To Mama Mary, I may not be the best daughter in the world, but I know you love me just the same inspite of my faults. And once again on Sunday, you will be receiving the blue rose that I traditionally give you every Mother's Day and on your birthday as well. I know it doesn't cost much compared to all you have done for me, but it is my small way of thanking you for being my inspiration and for showering me with so much love. Thank you for always being there for me, giving me your shoulder to cry on and instilling in me so much compassion for others. Thank you for granting most of my requests and most especially for the unconditional love that you unselfishly give.
I will never ever forget you.
Happy Mother's Day.
I love you so much.
Friday, May 6, 2011
Thursday, May 5, 2011
NOT A REASON TO REJOICE
Just recently the death of Osama Bin Laden shocked the world. Days after it hit the headlines, it continues to be the topic of discussions and endless debates everywhere.
A lot of people took this as a reason to rejoice because they believe the death of the alleged mastermind of all the terrorist attacks worldwide would mark the end of violence and terrorism. However, that belief would be farthest from becoming a reality for surely terrorist groups are prepared for these kind of circumstances. Do you honestly think that Bin Laden himself had not trained his successor? He is way too intelligent not to even think about this. For sure they had long prepared for this eventuality.
On the contrary, it could even trigger off more terrorist attacks for surely his followers would not give up a chance to avenge the death of their leader.
But this is not what bothers me about his demise.
I find it so sad and too distressing for people to rejoice over someone's death, even if, for the sake of argument, they perceive him to be a very bad person. Judgment is not ours and will never be. We know that he allegedly caused the death of so many people, notably the 9/11 tragedy, but still that does not give us the right to be happy over his death.
How do you think his family feels about this? Or if the tables were turned, and you were in this situation, how would you feel? I certainly would feel bad if this happened to me.
I find it very unChristian for people to wish the death of anyone, much more rejoice when this turns into a reality. If we do then we are probably no better than him.
So sad that his family and his supporters are the only ones grieving, for there is no doubt they idolize him. This is not to justify his deeds or his wrongdoings, but I am certain that as far as he was concerned, everything he did was for the best of his people. It's just too bad that their ideology is totally contradictory to ours.
It is my opinion that there is no one created by God who is totally evil. Somehow there must be something positive about him.
However, all these is water under the bridge now.
But I would still want to believe that maybe once, even just once in his lifetime, he must have done something good.
May his soul rest in peace.
A lot of people took this as a reason to rejoice because they believe the death of the alleged mastermind of all the terrorist attacks worldwide would mark the end of violence and terrorism. However, that belief would be farthest from becoming a reality for surely terrorist groups are prepared for these kind of circumstances. Do you honestly think that Bin Laden himself had not trained his successor? He is way too intelligent not to even think about this. For sure they had long prepared for this eventuality.
On the contrary, it could even trigger off more terrorist attacks for surely his followers would not give up a chance to avenge the death of their leader.
But this is not what bothers me about his demise.
I find it so sad and too distressing for people to rejoice over someone's death, even if, for the sake of argument, they perceive him to be a very bad person. Judgment is not ours and will never be. We know that he allegedly caused the death of so many people, notably the 9/11 tragedy, but still that does not give us the right to be happy over his death.
How do you think his family feels about this? Or if the tables were turned, and you were in this situation, how would you feel? I certainly would feel bad if this happened to me.
I find it very unChristian for people to wish the death of anyone, much more rejoice when this turns into a reality. If we do then we are probably no better than him.
So sad that his family and his supporters are the only ones grieving, for there is no doubt they idolize him. This is not to justify his deeds or his wrongdoings, but I am certain that as far as he was concerned, everything he did was for the best of his people. It's just too bad that their ideology is totally contradictory to ours.
It is my opinion that there is no one created by God who is totally evil. Somehow there must be something positive about him.
However, all these is water under the bridge now.
But I would still want to believe that maybe once, even just once in his lifetime, he must have done something good.
May his soul rest in peace.
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