76th Birthday of Papa

December 23, 2009. Me and my sister Ria arrived in Canlubang, Laguna at exactly 3pm.We had to ride a jeepney and a tricycle before we reach the house of my brother Paul where my parents staying. I spent my long Christmas Vacation with them. It's my father's birthday too. Celebrating his 76 years of his life.

As we approached the front gate.There our father silently sitting in a little chair, maybe half asleep. I called him up "Papa!" His eyes wide open upon seeing me and my sister and a big smile suddenly appeared on his face.We hugged, kissed and greeted him "HAPPY BIRTHDAY!". He wanted to speak aloud but he can't speak clearly. Papa has Parkinson syndrome. Although he has this syndrome he can still manage to take good care of himself. Only his speech and muscle movement are affected. He can still walk but too slow.

My mother went out and excitedly hugged and kissed us. We went inside and we learned that my parents are the only one in the house. The family of my brother was not around till midnight.I asked my mother what did she cooked for Papa's birthday. Mama shooked her head and told me that my father doesnt want to celebrate his birthday because were very few and no budget for that. I talked to my mother to buy at least "pancit and chiffon cake" to be eaten by the four of us.

Papa showed me a big smile upon seeing the food that we were eating to celebrate his 76th Birthday.He kissed and thanked me as he joyfully ate the food we prepared for him.

Wondering why I am not in the picture? Of course, I am capturing the unforgettable moments that we have. Yes only the four of us were present, celebrating Papa's 76th years of his life.

Here is my favorite one....I captured the caring of my parents to each other through the years.What a lovely sight! Mama...Papa...I LOVE YOU. Thank you for bringing me in this world.

There are no perfect parents but we can try to be good parents to our children.