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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 next morning.

You were physically gone,
Yes, it's almost 2 years, but
I know you're still there
A butterfly or bird that reminds us of a love from a father.

Today is December 25 and
I know you are here
A butterfly whose presence makes us smile
and makes our Christmas day so special.

December 25, 2015. Outside my mom's room in San Enrique, Iloilo, Philippines.
December 25, 2015. Taken at my room at San Enrique, Iloilo, Philippines.

Merry Christmas!
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