Take a stand

Move forward

Think before you speak

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“Stay fit”

“Quit alcohol”

“Know your enemy”

“Play me this song…”

“Forgive your mother”

“Help your neighbors”

“Stand for your rights”

“Take care of your siblings”

“Hold the people dearest to you close”

“Maliit na bagay lang yan, wag nang palakihin”

“That is against the constitution of the law!!”

“Do not tolerate your siblings’ mistakes”

“Always greet people on their birthdays”

“Tigilan mo ang kalokohan mo”

“Wag magpapatalo sa sakit”

“Hindi ko kailangan nyan!”

“Gusto mo square tayo?!”

“Masyado kang manipis!”

“Spend your time wisely”

“Take care of my house”

“Don’t stay up too late”

“Count your blessings”

“Uuwi ako ng Gapan”

“Tigilan ang barkada”

“Now is not the time”

“Quit smoking”

“Ayoko nyan”

“Save money”

“Work hard”

“NO GUTS!”

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I don’t know what to write anymore…

I’m confused and still haven’t grieved yet…

Leave me alone… for awhile… just for this time…

And let me cherish the memories I had with my mentor, my partner in crime, drinking buddy, father and friend… Manuel…

May you rest in peace Pa… We will miss you…