It’s easy to feel discouraged when faced with tragedy. Families lose homes to floods, prices rise while wages stay low, and promises from leaders often go unfulfilled. But if there’s one thing Filipinos know deep in their hearts, it’s this: storms never stay. They come with force, but they always pass. And when they do, we rebuild—stronger, wiser, and more united.
Christmas reminds us of that truth. It’s not just about gifts or decorations. It’s about faith, resilience, and togetherness. It’s the mother who still finds a way to cook a simple noche buena for her children. It’s the father who works double shifts so his family can have a few wrapped presents. It’s the community that gathers for Simbang Gabi, even if the chapel roof was blown off weeks before.
We hope because we’ve seen what we’re capable of. We’ve survived the worst storms—both literal and political. We’ve helped each other through fires, floods, and failures. And every time, we’ve found joy again. That’s the miracle of being Filipino: we don’t just endure—we celebrate.
So this Christmas, even if the world feels heavy, let’s choose hope. Let’s believe in better days, in leaders who listen, in communities that care.
We take into the comfort of our happy past, when times are simple and people are content with the little that they have. When love lingers and truly stays on Christmas. When families share a simple meal but celebrates love.
Puede pa man magdaug an paglaum!
