Happy Mother's Day

Permit me to be a little dramatic. Besides it's Mother's Day.

I have been an Overseas Filipino Worker for the past few years. I am a mother of 2 amazing daughters, both of which I wasn't given the privilege to personally raise. I have passed that responsibility to my husband, my parents and my in-laws. You see, I have to work for a living. My story isn't  unusual. There are a lot of OFW mothers who have made the same decision to leave the country to ensure a good future for their children and loved-ones.

It's also not unusual for us to get questioned why would leave our children at such a young age. I also often receive unsolicitated advice. Most of the time, I just keep quiet and let them do the talking. But today, spare some time to hear my answer.

I carried my children for 9 months. I took care of myself. Got rid of my vices just to make sure they come out to this world healthy and at their best condition. When I gave birth to them I swore that I will do anything and everything for them even if i have to sacrifice my own personal interests.

Sacrifice - that is what OFW mothers do every single day of their lives. They sacrifice the joy of  seeing their children reaching their milestones. They miss the chance to take care of them when they are sick. To discipline them,  to hug them, to kiss them, to cook for them. To pray with them at night. OFW mothers miss to see their children growing up.

OFW mothers have a Love so infinite and a heart of steel that can withstand all of these. As for me, I can endure the pain being away from them  because I swore that I will give everything to secure them a better life.

So to answer why am I here abroad away from my children. My answer is simple-Para kanila gagawin ko lahat. (I will do everything for them)

This Mother's Day - I applaud and salute my fellow OFW Mothers. I will forever be indebted to my Family and inlaws for taking care of my children. And to my husband who is carrying both the responsibility of being the Daddy and Mommy - Thank you and I Love you.

So there, enough with the Drama and let's celebrate! Wohoo!