I‘m a hopeless romantic. Pero maniwala kayo o hindi, natagpuan ko ang ask ng Mr. Right during the time that I didn’t expect him anymore. Teacher kasi ako sa high school, at 39 years old na noon. Sa Filipino standard, matagal na akong lumampas sa kategorya ng ‘old maid.’ Accepted ko nang mag-isa lang ako, kaya bumili ako ng poodle para naman may makausap ako kapag bored na ako sa paggawa ng lesson plans.
But I met Ricky Martin. Yes, Ricky Martin! Hindi yung singer ng ‘La Vida Loca,’ kapangalan lang. Nq-meet ko siya via internet, and who would think na siya pala ang aking forever. Of course, dapat forever na, dahil 40 years old na ako ng ikasal kami. At ngayon nga, baritone na ako sa America, lugar na kahit sa pangarap ay hindi ko naisip na magiging permanente kong tahanan.
On this day, I pause to reflect on the journey that has brought me here. Life has thrown its share of challenges my way, but with each one, I’ve grown stronger and wiser. I thank God for guiding me through the storms, for the grace to persevere, and for the blessings that have come even in difficult times. Today, I celebrate not just a milestone, but the strength and faith that have carried me through 40 incredible years. Here’s to the road ahead, with gratitude and hope in my heart!
Here I bring a taste of the Philippines to the heart of America – celebrating culture and birthdays together!
RLVN
