Tatay

You didn’t take a lot of effort to show how much you love me
Those times I thought you’re selfish, I was so wrong
I was blinded by my youthfulness
I was just as hard as you.

Didn’t pay so much attention for my big achievements
Rather, you looked into my small deeds for family and friends
Never give me so much to make it easy for me
You made it sure I just have enough to get through

You allowed me to argue yet listened carefully with my fight
You pushed yet guided me
You showed me how to walk in crooked pavement without your hand
You let me grow; taught and showed me everything I should know

God has been so good, for blessing me you
You did all you could to put love and grace in each and everyone of us
I just want to let you know I am truly gratified for what you’ve done
And thank you for the time you share and be a good father.

I know you are always there and never really left our side
I miss you, Tatay…and God knows how much.

I love you.
-monna-