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Tatay in Disguise

Do you believe that souls of departed family members go back during special occasions? Maybe it's coincidental to some but what if it happens in every special moment of your life? February 12, 2015. My room's window in Fairview, Quezon City, Philippines. Taken when I reviewed for the Physician Licensure Examination. February 14, 2015. Hotel window in Quiapo, Manila, Philippines. Taken few hours before our Physician Licensure Examination. When I took my Medical boards, I knew you were there, A bird outside my window that woke me up every day and put me to sleep in the evening. When my brother left to work abroad We knew you were there, A butterfly who rode with him from our house to the airport. When nanay was alone at home, I knew you were there, A butterfly who stayed with her in the room until she felt okay and stopped crying. When I came back from Manila, We knew you were there, A butterfly who was at our door step and never left until the

Invictus by HENLEY

Hello, friends. I would like to share this beautiful poem by William Ernest Henley. We are the master of our destiny. We are responsible for our own happiness. This famous inspirational poem charges us to accept responsibility for our lives no matter our circumstances. Invictus in Latin means unconquered. William Ernest Henley (1849-1903), an English Poet, had one of his legs amputated at the age of 17. The poem which he wrote while healing from the amputation is a testimony to his refusal to let his handicap disrupt his life. Indeed, he led a meaningful life as a poet and editor until he passed away at age 53. Invictus Out of the night that covers me, Black as the Pit from pole to pole, I thank whatever gods may be For my unconquerable soul. In the fell clutch of circumstance I have not winced nor cried aloud. Under the bludgeonings of chance My head is bloody, but unbowed. Beyond this place of wrath and tears Looms but the Horror of the shade, And yet the menace