all saints day

His Last Journey on Earth

Wednesday, November 01, 2017

Today in the Philippines, we celebrate All Saints’ Day or what we call Undas. It’s the day when we give extra thought to our departed loved ones and continue to remember them by visiting their graveyards and lighting up a candle for them. If you read my older posts, you know that my father already passed away.

Masada, Israel

It has been two and a half years but whenever I see his photos, I feel like he’s still here. My father was a great provider and he worked day and night to give us a convenient life. When my sister and I were still kids, I remember we couldn’t afford branded clothes, shoes, and school items because my parents’ company was just starting. But before my father passed away, he and my mother let us experience a life of travel.

father

One Year

Monday, March 21, 2016

Dear Papa,

Today is your first birthday in heaven and my 30th here on earth. We had a simple celebration at the clubhouse earlier today. Our family friends, neighbors and a few of our relatives who were with us the same time last year were also with us today. Even the priest who celebrated today's mass was the one who held the final mass before you were laid to rest (specifically before you were placed in a jar haha).

father and daughter

Wow. One year. It's a long time, but when I look back, I feel like it was just yesterday. Maybe because questions are still left unanswered. Or there's this familiar feeling that stings when I remember both happy memories, as well as trying times last year.

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