Today is my dad's birthday. He's 56 now, getting older and wiser.
Imperfect as he may be, my dad is exactly what we needed. Cool and calm. A really principled man.
He always believes in what is right, and stands up for it, even if he is the only one fighting.
My dad, see, is a politician. However he is very different from the usual politicians in our country. My dad never once saw opportunity to use his power for self gain. He was barangay captain for 10 years but he was never corrupt. He opposed to the high council if he needed to, but always said it in a way that no one will be stepped at.
A humble man, my dad, and I will always be proud of him. Given the opportunity, I know he wants to serve the people of our city for the best interest. Not for money nor power, but only to serve.
I miss my dad like the people I left in the Philippines. I miss my dad's jokes and his incredulously good logical skills. I hope he is having a happy birthday today.
Imperfect as he may be, my dad is exactly what we needed. Cool and calm. A really principled man.
He always believes in what is right, and stands up for it, even if he is the only one fighting.
My dad, see, is a politician. However he is very different from the usual politicians in our country. My dad never once saw opportunity to use his power for self gain. He was barangay captain for 10 years but he was never corrupt. He opposed to the high council if he needed to, but always said it in a way that no one will be stepped at.
A humble man, my dad, and I will always be proud of him. Given the opportunity, I know he wants to serve the people of our city for the best interest. Not for money nor power, but only to serve.
I miss my dad like the people I left in the Philippines. I miss my dad's jokes and his incredulously good logical skills. I hope he is having a happy birthday today.
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