Let's hear more success stories
By Rudy Arizala
I was deeply touched by the letter-article of Mr. Antonio Vera Cruz. Yes, I know his mother - Nana Choleng - a kumadre of my late mother. Yes, I also know his sister Vener.
Unfortunately, I did not have the chance of meeting personally Tony or Mr. Antonio Vera Cruz. And I did not also know that my late mother was one of his benefactors in connection with his studies for the priesthood.
The fact that he did not become a priest, does not diminish my admiration for his desire to serve God and his fellow being. What he is doing now in the Middle East to earn a living and give the best education to his children is also in the service of the Lord. He deserves congratulations.
I remember Tony´s father, Mr.Vera Cruz. He was one of Infanta´s radio operators who worked before with my uncle Tata Edong or Deogracias Telan, the husband of my auntie Nana Pining Azcarraga. Tata Edong was the Chief Radio Operator and Postmaster of Infanta, Quezon.
Let us hear more from our beloved "kababayans" their respective "success stories" - that poverty is not a hindrance to success so long as one has faith and perseverance.