THE C CIRCLE

On this special ocassion for mothers throughout the world, I want to greet my mother, Arsenia F. Jacinto, a Happy Mother’s Day for these reasons:

• She gave birth to me
• She witnessed the joyous moments of my very firsts in life - utter my first words; I learned how to yawn; I smiled; I walked, etc.
• She was always ready to feed me and change my diapers even in the middle of the night
• And despite of her lack of sleep, she and my father would wake up at 3:00AM to go to the market (where they used to have a stall) so that me and my siblings would have food to eat and ensure that we all can go to school
• She cooks delicious meals for us
• She taught us how to pray the Holy Rosary
• She would give me a sponge bath whenever I am sick
• Etc., etc.

By the time I grew older, there were times I gave her headaches. I also began to talk back to her whenever she’s scolding me for my wrongdoings. There were times that I do not follow the things she’d ask me to do also and some other things that I know have hurt her feelings. But through it all, at the end of the day, she’d always be there no matter what; ready to forgive and love me.

I guess, that’s what our mothers are known for - giving us, their children, unconditional love; expecting nothing in return.

Through this post, I’d like to say sorry for all the things I have mentioned above. And I promise to strive harder to be a more loving son to you. We may argue at times but then again, you’re still my mother and I’m still your son - nothing can change that! And I want the world to know that I am truly blessed to have a mother like you. And if I have to live my life over and over again, and I will be asked to choose who I want my mother to be? It will always be YOU!

I LOVE YOU, NAY!