As I patiently wait for flowers to bloom, I ponder the whispers of my garden’s womb.   As the breeze blares and touches my brown skin I feel the gentle caress where new dreams begin   New plants mirror generations to come; tree shadows shield us from the scorching sun.   Withered leaves remind me, soft and kind, All things pass with time, let's hold that  in mind.   White hibiscus buds reach toward the skies, a beacon of hope, a promise that never lies.   Sunlight graciously infuses life, Flowers burst forth with quiet pride. Rain becomes their faithful friend, nurturing soil, helping some to mend   Tall plants shelter and shadow the young ones, They're small, yet they stand where glory runs.   Orange bougainvillea starts to appear, dangling to the ground, like my spirit blossoms bright, wild and round.   Red blooms guard my welcoming entrance, showing strong and blissful abundance.   These simple sights feed my vibrant glee As I savored...

The lost car key... As I sipped my coffee, talking with my father-in-law, I heard the birds chirping merrily outside the window. Their distant hymn, a joyful sound, with a splendid view, Filled me with awe, a moment fresh and new.   This beautiful, tranquil place, I loved so well. I wished my husband were here, sharing memories and stories to tell. It would make my day and ring my sweet bell. Yet, God's wisdom doesn't allow me to stay in my comfort shell.   As I began to write my poem's next stanza, My phone rang, a call from my teacher, Dr. Crispina We started our prayers, reflecting on Black Saturday, Sharing insights on Jesus' sacrifice in an array. Yet, whilst we prayed, I gazed down the road below, I remembered my car key, I lost a few hours ago. Climbing upward last night to where I stand, I stumbled on the dark and stony land. As we finished, Ma'am Fe Rosario appeared, As she closed the prayer, the sun's fierce heat I feared. I sought the key, my signal l...

BOY   For many years we've been together, God strengthened me, in my fate of life, ever.   I became a mother eagle, soaring high in the sky, Ready to face the storms of life that I couldn't sigh.   Through the years you struggled with your illness, God comforted your pain and forgave your soreness.   You rejoiced despite suffering and earthly pain, Because our Lord Jesus prepared your room in heaven.   Thank you for preparing and molding me, helping me face fate's challenges, Difficult as my path may be, I bravely faced the treacherous path it weaves.   In your sighs and sobs, in your awakening and anxiety, Unknowingly, you built a beautiful family, a wonderful legacy.   Despite your way of loving, your anger, and discipline, Still you are loved dearly by your siblings and children.   We will not forget your laughter and your cries, We will always reminisce about the smoothness of plights.   Thank you for supporting all the endeavors I starte...

 My smile, a priceless treasure, woven with stories untold, My emptiness draws me nearer to the One my faith steadfastly holds.