12 June 2007
Libertad
June 12th is Philippine independence day.
On this day we remember the deeds of our heroes who valiantly fought for the freedom of our country. We honor the people who gave up their lives for the good of the Filipino people, and those who sacrificed so much so that we can reach what we are enjoying now. We also celebrate our nationalism, our pride to be Filipinos. ›This day is important, as it reminds us of our past and our identity. But, it seems to me that the essence of this day is lost. It seems that Filipinos nowadays forget the importance of our freedom. It seems that the hardships of our heroes are taken for granted.
Many of our fellowmen are turning their backs on being Filipinos. They’d rather be a citizen under the star spangled banner or the rising sun than be a juan de la cruz. Many Filipinos opt to give up their lives as free men and serve foreign masters in exchange for citizenship and cold hard cash. It’s sad, but this is the reality nowadays. Due to the many problems that bug our country, nobody wants to be a Filipino anymore.
Extreme poverty, rooted corruption, ballooning debts, intellectual exodus, starvation and unemployment. These are some of the problems that our country is facing. With these problems, it isn’t surprising how people abandon their Filipino identity and freedom. Living in a country bedridden with so many problems can really get into your nerves. But whatever problems it may be, it isn’t a license to just throw off your identity, your freedom, your heritage. It isn’t a license to just throw off a gift our heroes died for so that you could have it.
Be thankful for a wonderful heritage our heroes gave us. They sacrificed their lives for it, so better be thankful about it.
Stand up, be proud and show some love. Mabuhay ang Pinoy!
Happy independence day!
On this day we remember the deeds of our heroes who valiantly fought for the freedom of our country. We honor the people who gave up their lives for the good of the Filipino people, and those who sacrificed so much so that we can reach what we are enjoying now. We also celebrate our nationalism, our pride to be Filipinos. ›This day is important, as it reminds us of our past and our identity. But, it seems to me that the essence of this day is lost. It seems that Filipinos nowadays forget the importance of our freedom. It seems that the hardships of our heroes are taken for granted.
Many of our fellowmen are turning their backs on being Filipinos. They’d rather be a citizen under the star spangled banner or the rising sun than be a juan de la cruz. Many Filipinos opt to give up their lives as free men and serve foreign masters in exchange for citizenship and cold hard cash. It’s sad, but this is the reality nowadays. Due to the many problems that bug our country, nobody wants to be a Filipino anymore.
Extreme poverty, rooted corruption, ballooning debts, intellectual exodus, starvation and unemployment. These are some of the problems that our country is facing. With these problems, it isn’t surprising how people abandon their Filipino identity and freedom. Living in a country bedridden with so many problems can really get into your nerves. But whatever problems it may be, it isn’t a license to just throw off your identity, your freedom, your heritage. It isn’t a license to just throw off a gift our heroes died for so that you could have it.
Be thankful for a wonderful heritage our heroes gave us. They sacrificed their lives for it, so better be thankful about it.
Stand up, be proud and show some love. Mabuhay ang Pinoy!
Happy independence day!
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