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I Forgot

It's been a while since I have opened this site. I guess it's the difficulty of having a good subject is one of the reasons this blog has been parked. As much as I want to share good experiences, I cannot. I even inhibited myself in visiting this site as it reminds me of all the struggles and sufferings I have encountered as an OFW.

But I know I have to face it and make all my experiences worthwhile and some may be inspired by it, so as a renewed commitment I will see to it that I will be able to update this blog even once a week.

For a start let me share what have happened to me and my family back home just weeks ago. 1st week of November my mother was admitted to a hospital which really affected my health as depression was triggered knowing that my mom is in pain. I lost 15 Kilograms not Pounds. Insomnia kicked-in and if you can see me now you will be reminded of "Kung Fu Panda" as my eye bugs turned darker and my face very pale.

Then last November 25, 2009 the worst news was delivered by my wife through phone, my mom has passed away. My world crumbled, I was in denial or still am in denial. I cannot accept the fact that the first woman that I have loved is gone. The worst thing, I was not able to go home due to tons of reasons and one selfish reason is I don't want to see her breathless.

Maybe in due time acceptance will come and wake up one morning with smile on my face and be able to face and live life the way I used to....A grateful son and a proud father of two adorable kids.

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