A Birthday Tribute

Turning half-a-century, my mom has been my source of joys and sorrows.

Whenever I did something good at school, she will always be the first person to appreciate and give a pat on my back.

When I feel bad, she would try to comfort me in a way a mother should care for her child.

However, I've been also a witness of her negativities.

She was not in full support of my sexuality as I was growing.

She raises her voice when she's mad at me.

Despite the times when I considered her as an antagonist in my life, her sacrifices that she has done for us overshadowed all the bad memories I had with her.

Ma, I may not tell or let you feel that I love you, I do pray ta wonderful life ahead that you deserve.