I always return to Kuwait because life in the Philippines is hard and we are poor. Ako lang ang inaasahan ng pamilya ko, pati na ng anak ko (But it's necessary. Pabalik-balik lang ako sa Kuwait kasi mahirap ang buhay sa atin at mahirap lang kami. I always think of them, at some point, a pang of sadness gets to me because I missed them)." Kasi nga nami-miss mo sila (It's hard being away from family, more so from my child. Lagi ko sila naiisip, minsan napapaluha ka na lang 'pag ganoon. "Mahirap po talaga na malayo sa pamilya lalo na malayo ka sa anak mo. While she gets to go home every two years, homesickness never fails to haunt her. He's always there)," she told the Philippine News Agency (PNA). I just hope that I'd always be in good health, but thanks to God. Sana lang laging malusog ang pangangatawan ko, awa ng Panginoon dahil lagi siyang nandiyan (As long as I can still work, I will continue so that I can provide for my child. " Kung kaya pa magtrabaho, patuloy ako para maka-ipon para sa anak ko. Her seven-year-old kid is still in the first grade, still more than a decade away before graduating from college. One example of such hero is Rose Evangelista Reutirez, an ordinary OFW, like many others, working to provide a better future for her loved ones.Īlso a mother, which makes her extraordinary, Rose is determined to continue her almost 30-year work as a household service worker in Kuwait. Those who despite the challenges that come their way, continue to work for the well-being of their families and the advancement of the nation. It pays homage to countless heroes who fought for the country's freedom.īut this year, President Rodrigo Duterte particularly honored "ordinary Filipinos" whom he described as "everyday heroes" in the midst. They are everywhere but you may not just recognize or acknowledge them.Īugust 27 marks the Philippine National Heroes' Day. Whether one helps directly or indirectly, or save a thousand or a single person, anyone who helps promote the welfare of another is a hero - someone deserving of respect and gratitude. Or those overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) who are always regarded as the country's "modern-day heroes" for the sacrifice they give to provide for their families and also keep the economy afloat. The firefighters who, without hesitation, will rescue anyone trapped inside a burning building. The teachers, who offer their time unconditionally to nurture their students. The doctors, who, even with lack of sleep, tirelessly save lives. The soldiers who, with or without you knowing, are always on the watch for security threats and keep them at bay. The local street sweepers who keep the streets clean of trash. MANILA - Doing away with history books and superhero comic books, where would you find a hero in this day and age? They are the silent and the humble who finish their jobs without much exaltation they are all in our midst.