Yes, it was the day after Christmas. I thought it was just a day of relaxing because of the past few days being so busy with different activities. But, it’s more than what I was thinking about.

My daughter Fiona, son Jeric and I spent the day with lot of “asaran” which always ended up with words, “Ikaw na naman ang bida.” We also talked about what it would be this coming year- Jeric promised that he would already be working before my birthday. BUT, jokingly he said, “Mom, I will not talk to you any more”. When I asked him why, “It’s because… “Oh, It’s ok. I could read it in your eyes.” But I reminded him, “Don’t forget to leave the money on the table.” Then we all laughed. Seriously, I told both them that if ever they become successful, remain to be humble. Love their jobs, share their blessings  and don’t forget to ask HIS guidance.

Late at night, Jeric asked me if I want to see the movie he was streaming in our PC.It was not shown yet in the big screen according to him. The title of the movie was “Invictus” I told Jeric that it was a very nice poem written by William Ernest Henley.

The movie was about the life of President Noel Mandela,( portrayed by Morgan Freeman) first black president of South Africa. Looking back before he became president of Africa, he was accused of being anti-apartheid, activist, saboteur, and other crimes. He was imprisoned from 1963-1990 at Robben Island Prison,  which later after his imprisonment became a tourist attraction.

At the age of 75, he became the oldest elected President.One big problem of his country was racial segregation. He believed that in his own way, he could be an instrument to spread peace, reunite his racially divided country by giving full support in the team, the Springbok      ( which compromised completely with the white players ) in its bid to win the World Cup 2005.Being an anti- apartheid before, for this time he wants to show by example. FORGIVENESS which could bring PEACE and HARMONY to his country.