to our beloved president Corazon Aquino you are the symbol of democracy in our country, you deserved all the respect and love of all the Filipino people.. we love you and we will protect the democracy that you and your husband gave to us.. we are thankful that once in our history a Cory Aquino was there to protect and love our country... Rest and be happy with the Senator Ninoy in Heaven...
wakee
8/6/2009 11:23:47 PM
ndi ko po naabutan ang martial law or even noong pamunuan niyo ang ating bansa..bilang isang kabataan..mulat ako sah katotohanan..an pilipinas na ating bansa ay maraming hinaharap na problema..base sa kwento ng aking mga magulang napakahirap ng pinagdaanan ng bawat pilipino sa rehimeng marcos..ngunit ito ay matapang na tinuldukan ng sambayanan pilipino sa pamumuno ninyo at kayo ay naluklok bilang presidente..ipinagpatuloy niyo ang ipinaglalaban ng inyong asawang si ninoy...hindi ko man naranasan ang mga madilim na kahapon..alam ko pong ng dahil sa napakatapat niyong panununkulan at pagbuwis ng buhay para sa bansa ay nanumbalik ang demokrasya ng pilipinas nah binura sa ilalim ng rehimeng marcos..LUBOS PO ANG AKING PASASALAMAT SA INYO PRESIDENT CORY C. AQUINO..sapagkat ng dahil sa inyo ang demokrasyang tinatamasa ng sambayanang pilipino sa ngayon ay dahil sa inyong matapang na paglaban sa mga katiwaliaan bumabalot sa ating bansa...sa aking mga narinig buhat sah mga isiniwalat ng mga tao..napatunayan ko pong isa kayong bayani at dapat tularan ng buong bayan..an pagmamahal niyo po sa ating bansa ay dapat tularan namin mga kabataan..base sa aking mga narinig kahit noong bumaba na kayo sa inyong pwesto hindi pa rin kayo tumigil sa paglilingkod sa bayan..MARAMING SALAMAT PRESIDENT CORY!!!ISA KAYO SA MGA KINIKILALA KONG TUNAY NA PRESIDENTE NG PILIPINAS....nawala man kau..patuloy namn po nming kaung maalala dahil sa mga kabutihan gnawa niyo..THANK YOU F0R THE UNDYING LOVE THAT YOU GAVE TO THE FILIPINO PEOPLE..FILIPINOS ARE WORTH IT..
Leo Solito, MD
8/6/2009 11:23:41 PM
My Musings on Cory
Like so many Filipinos, I too am so saddened by Cory Aquino’s passing. I couldn’t help but cry with her family during the requiem mass. I feel as if a part of me died with her. She has been, quite literally, a mother to the Filipino people ever since she was catapulted to the presidency in 1986. As I contemplate her life, I am reminded of my own mother. To me, she and my mother are not at all unlike although of course, my mother’s sphere of influence was of a much smaller scope. Cory was president of a nation while my mother was principal of a catholic high school. They both exuded selflessness in their love for their children, generosity to others and an unwavering faith in God and love for Mama Mary.
In Cory-like fashion, my mother died also of cancer. My mother in her suffering from pain and breathlessness remained steadfast in her faith. She continued to pray and was a willing partner in Christ’s suffering until her last breath. She was granted, I believe a most happy death.
Cory was a reluctant leader but once summoned, she took up the challenge and gave it her best. In her last SONA [State of the Nation Address] she said, “I hope that history will judge me as favorably as our people still regard me, because, as God is my witness, I honestly did the best I could. No more can be asked of any man”. She took up the cause of a suffering nation. She so loved the Filipino people; she continued to work for their cause even after her presidency. In her deathbed, her concern for her people never waned. She was lavish in her gratitude for the support of her people but the outpouring of love during the wake and burial showed that her beloved people were much more grateful to her. Yes, no more can be asked.
Watching the events leading up to Cory’s burial, I had an epiphany. While not every one of us is called to greatness or to be a president of a nation, we are called to serve others. Truly only life lived for others is worth living as Albert Einstein once said. Cory’s life is full of lessons about how to find meaning in life. Her life of faith, humility, charity and graciousness should serve as an example and inspiration to all. Truly, she was a gift the likes of which we may not see for a long, long time.
To tita Cory, I say, “paalam at maraming salamat po and may God grant you eternal rest”.
Gemma Perez
8/6/2009 11:23:12 PM
our heart is bleeding for the untimely death of our dear CORY. We will never forget you, your legacy will remain on us. THANK You for giving the Filipino people the true meaning of democracy. our deepest sympathy.
ravenserrano
8/6/2009 11:19:57 PM
in my own little way i became part of the history while president cory is being sent to her grave while at work. i would really love to be with other filipinos pero i also need to work, i know madam cory would underatnd that. thank you for all sacrifices you've done. i know sometimes you cant be a mother to your children because we also need you. thank you for the freedom you've given. you will be forever missed.
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Myrna Ibanez
8/6/2009 11:18:52 PM
In behalf of Ibanez and Guerta Family,We would like to extend our condolences to Aquino Family,President Cory Salamat sa isang MALAYANG PILIPINAS...
REYNALDO M. GRANDE
8/6/2009 11:18:31 PM
Para Kay PRESIDENT CORY
Mayro’n Pa Ba Kayang Katulad Mo [Words & Melody: Rey M. Grande]
Alay sa Inang Dinadakila Alaala sa Pangulong Tinitingala Handog sa mga Mahal na Inulila Inspirasyon ng Bayang Natigib ng mga Luha
I Kinikilala kang bayani ng bagong mundo Ikaw’y inspirasyon ng bagong Pilipino Ikaw’y alaala ng bayang binuklod mo Mayro’n pa ba kayang katulad mo
II Sa ‘pinamalas mong katapangan at talino Ay muling sumigla demokrasyang naghingalo Muling naibalik kalayaan na naglaho Mayro’n pa ba kayang katulad mo
Chorus Lumisan man ikaw sa lupang iyong mahal Sa puso at diwa ikaw’y aming itatanghal Aming itatayo bantayog mong kulay dilaw Tuloy ang laban mo para sa inang bayan
Refrain Totoo kang Ina ng tahanang iniwanan Dakila kang Ina ng masang ‘pinaglaban Huwaran kang Ina ng bansang sinilangan Mayro’n pa ba kayang katulad mo
Repeat Chorus Repeat Refrain
Coda Mayro’n pa ba kayang katulad mo Mayro’n pa ba kayang katulad mo
Catherine Joy Magalona-Ricotoso
8/6/2009 11:16:23 PM
Thank you Tita Cory! You was not just a leader of the nation, but a mother that we, your people, can always depend on. Thanks you for making us proud to be Filipinos.. WE WILL ALWAYS BE GRATEFUL TO YOU. WE WILL NEVER FORGET YOUR LEGACY OF FREEDOM. Thank you.
Jonathan
8/6/2009 11:15:15 PM
Indeed, the world mourns your loss... You have fought the good fight and you have shown the world, in much the same way as Jeremiah, that weakness disappears in the face of courage and faith. You made injustice tremble at its feat. A torch of democracy and a light to those who hold dear the Christian Faith. I will always remember you, who never left sight of your rosary, throughout my life and will always bear in mind your lesson on being faithful to God and to never doubt His Power! Rest in Peace in God's embrace!
Bong and Glenda Pantangco
8/6/2009 11:14:03 PM
Our condolences to the family of the late President Cory Aquino. Thank you for sharing her with the Filipino people. She will always be in our hearts.
