If I were in Manila on 5 August, I would have made it a point to honor the late President Aquino by personally joining the crowd of people that lined the streets of Manila that day. My friends Mayk and Pia de Guzman were among those gathered in the Quirino to Skyway area. Mayk shared some pictures via FB. And, I thank him for the following pictures:
Mayk's mom and her touching poem for Cory
Mayk's mom and her touching poem for Cory
People waiting patiently in the rain for the funeral procession (Filipinos have gone french and say "cortege" these days)
Salamat Tita Cory
The "Laban sign" which evolved into "We love you, Tita Cory"
One of many admirers
More pictures
The events of the past few weeks (especially the last few days) and these pictures tell us that, at the end of the day, the Filipino people continue to believe and admire simplicity, honesty, humility, integrity, faithfulness, and self-sacrifice in their leaders.
President Aquino is gone but her legacy lives on. Personally, I would like to learn from her example. Because, it is now up to us to love our country and to help each other.
Roby Alampay, a friend's brother, wrote this yesterday:
Amazing photos! :) Thanks for sharing.
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Hi tita missy! Mom was crying all the time. The photos you posted greatly speak of how she made a very big impact on all Filipinos. -Trisha :)
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