Rainbows

Typhooon “Ondoy” hit most of part of Metro Manila last September 26, 2009. Most of us had a share of stories and experiences. For us, it was just the house: the furniture and appliances. What was painful are the photo albums and the old pictures that were destroyed, and the one and only videotape of mommy. And of course, Papa’s labrador, Caloy.

As they say, after the storm, there is always a rainbow. Blessings came with all the family and friends that sent a simple caring text or email. “Taskforce Marcial” went there to the rescue. We didn’t mind cleaning piles of mud or washing tons of dirty clothes because we are sharing stories, smiling and laughing. Bonding and spending quality time. Rebuilding the house is far from being completed. But we are thankful that Papa is safe. The best rainbow of all is realizing, more of being reminded, that Mommy Rose is always by his side, watching him.