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What are Mothers? Mothers are the ones to keep their
children safe. They are children’s best teachers. They read a story first
before making children get to sleep. They cook the best meal. They provide the
budget for house bills. They give their child the best education. Those are
mothers they love and care for the family.
She was one of my heroes --- Kung sa Dota pa. She is the
best person I’ve known --- by best, the greatest person aside from Mother
Theresa. A strong woman with such a brave heart, Betty Luz Rebollido. My
friend, mentor, mother, banker, supporter, chef/cook, teacher and a
grandmother. She has all the aspects of a good and fine personality. I’ve known
her since birth and I have been with her for as long as I existed. A friend,
because I can talk to her about my profession and she is also a teacher so we
share the same side. A mentor and a mother --- as stated on the first
paragraph. A banker, she gives me weekly allowance if she has dough. A
supporter, she’s proud of me and I can tell because from my perspective she’s a
lot more standing out’s than a supporter. A chef, she has this dishes that are
very extraordinary and superb delicious that’s why my dad has much more in
common with lola in terms of cooking. And lastly, a grandmother... well, just
like moms they are special.
I could still remember when I was young she used to carry
me and play with me. When i was in grade school, she was always there for me
because she volunteers every time I needed assistance. I could also remember before
I go to her for my homework’s and assignments, she would offer her knowledge to
me and she does everything with it. She has always been with me throughout the
years. And now, that I’m old enough to know the goods and bad, do’s and dont's,
pros and cons. When Lola Betty had this Parkinson’s disease, we took care of
her... All of us. Year after year, she got worse diseases but she still managed
to cope up with her sickness. When tita (tita Ruth, she’s a nurse and the
youngest daughter of Lola Betty) left for Philippines, I had to know my
responsibility as the eldest grandchild of the family ---- Girls only. I did
what most of the caregivers do, take responsibility and do everything for her..
I take good care of her --- I do. I am the one taking her to have a bath, wash
her, assist her; especially in grooming. Even on special events I am mostly her
sidekick --- her private nurse for example. Yes, I had talents in me. I do a
lot for her since I love her so much; I had to repay her kindness with 500
times better. She does everything to keep her family together. Many of us
really cherished her because she has this kind heart; brave and strong. I’m
like her --- yes. It’s true you know (mostly). I could still remember last
January 2012, “Goodnight anak. Matulog naka. I LOVE YOU” Lola said in a whisper
and it was the very first time she told me those last 3 words. I was with her
helping her to sleep, tucking her in bed. I got a very teary eye and felt that
wet water flowing down my cheeks. Yes, it was a first. Every night before she
goes to bed I was always there to assist her to sleep. Making sure she’s
comfortable in any way. Making sure she sleeps well. Every night I go upstairs
to my room and pray, pray, pray and pray because I’m so scared in losing her
and I did everything I can to keep her alive. But what I didn’t know that her
health had gotten worse, her body functions a little. She keeps on saying that
she wanted to surrender but she still fought those very moments. Trying so hard
to fight the pain and keeping her alive. I didn’t lose hope for that coz I know
God is always with her, no matter what happen.
March, 30, 2012. At the time of 6pm something, it was
Lola Betty’s time, her time to go to heaven and be with God. I never expected of such happenings would finally
take place. It was her time. I love you Lola, I want you to know how important
you are to me that is why I’m taking good care of you --- those are the words I
wanted to tell her but I was already too late. It’s true that death never
chooses who it wanted to go for, such an ugly traitor. But now we know where
Lola Betty is and in such a good shape. I am one of those people who are her
biggest fan. She makes you smile.
