Published 07.22.2024

Yes, please
Call me Bong.
Very seldom can you hear
A girl with such a nickname
But Papa called me Bong.

One radio drama
Where they got my name
Divina and Divine to friends
Dang and Grace to family
Only Papa called me Bong.

Every father wanted a son
Mine thought I was the one
Nevertheless, I am loved
When a son finally came
Papa was used to calling me Bong.

A daughter and a son
Rolled into one
Following a father's footsteps
Lovingly, willingly and proudly
That daughter called Bong

Twenty two years have passed
Rough hands and smilling eyes
Are memories that I treasured
And, oh, how I long to hear again
For Papa to call me Bong.


Divine for Papa in heaven
07.22.1936 - 02.11.2002

"Every SMILE makes you a day younger" ~ Chinese Proverb ~

To My Son, JM


You have grown to be
A wonderful man to see
The praises I hear from others
Makes me proud to be your mother.

You are understanding
Never demanding
You have a good heart
You’re honest and true.

You have given me delight
As you grow in my sight
Little steps you slowly took
Brings you sure to your nook.

Now, my wishes for you
Many things to laugh
Real good friends to chat
And more dreams to catch.

Happy birthday!
October 11, 2011

Noise
Loud, boisterous
Deafening, earsplitting, piercing
Clamor, sound ..... Hush, quiet
Soothing, calming, consoling
Peace, tranquility
Silence

Joshua Miguel (resembles God)
He is the first
To feel our love and bliss
Loving, caring and polite
Always makes your day bright.

Kevin Bryan (dignified and strong)
He's the middle child
Smart and funny inside
Keeps the family intact
With his charming act.

Peter Benjamin (son of my strength)
The youngest of them all
Sweet and adorable you can call
His cry makes you strong
His laughter makes you whole.

They are my treasure
My greatest gifts for sure
My pride, my joy
And I love them all!

For the gift of family
You gave so dearly
Joy and charity I learned quickly
Thank you, Oh my God!

For giving me friends
Which for me are great finds
Genuine goodness, I easily can send
Thank you, Oh my God!

For having to put people in my care
Lets me brush away my scare
Patience and kindness I gladly can share
Thank you, Oh my God!

For letting me undergo that great fall
Made me renew my faith to all
And bravely come back and stand tall
Thank you, Oh my God!

For whatever and however
I live my life ever
You will forever be nearer
Because You are my Father
For these, Oh my God, I thank you!