Sunday, November 27, 2011

Letter to My Fathers...

Dedicated to my father, grandpa Ramon and grandpa Mariano:

In this photo: my grandpa Ramon and my mom

Manong,
Why did you leave your family?
“In search for a better life,
Opportunity and equality!”

Manong,
Why are you in so much pain?
“We face discrimination and poverty,
Human rights taken away with nothing to gain.”

Manong,
Why are you so depressed?
“Opportunities lost and taken,
Beaten down and often oppressed.”

Manong,
How do you maintain?
“Our perseverance and aspirations,
Keeps us alive without disdain.”

Manong,
When will this arduous journey cease?
“When we all achieve our dreams
Of equality, opportunity and peace.”

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