I don't usually read bulletins posted on Friendster, but the other day, I stumbled upon a good one written by my kababayan. 

James,

As I watched you sleeping beside me, your angelic face seems to be pinching my heart, as if reminding me to thank God for the millionth time for your good looking features...The joy you bring is deeply rooted in my whole being, and it’s incredibly wonderful how God’s power creates such miracle.

Look at you now, James..Your once tiny body, which I carried for just 33-34weeks, has grown so well...Do you know how my heart bled (& your daddy) when once you had your CTScan in PGH, A tinge of pain would hit me every time they will inject something in you...If I only I could take away your pain..You were such a brave boy..ang lakas magwala with 5 doctors holding on you very tight ha & that includes your tito lakay...

For 2 years and 9months (and forever counting) now, you’ve been the reason why I continuously breathe...(& your dad, baka magtampo..) If I could I could stop the tears that would roll from your big, medyo singkit na round, pleading eyes every time you are hurt or want something I could not give, I would roll them back inside just to make you feel better. But I could only wipe them, anak, because I want you to realize your boundaries. I’m sorry if at times you have to go through some tough moments with me...( blame your dad...peace) . Remember they’re just to make you appreciate how life sails – and it’s not always smoothly...

As we continue our journey through life together, the warmth of my big hand will clasp tenderly with your small one. For better or worse, come rain and shine, laughter and tears, sorrow & pain, for as long as God allows, you will always be in my comfort. God gave you to me, to us...and forever you will be engulfed in His infinite love & mine ( & daddy’s love)..Forever I will hold you without fuss, without hesitation...

All I ask of you is to fear the Lord above all things, trust Him at all times though life is not really fair...Respect Daddy, Mommy & everyone you meet regardless of their status in society. Always remember that patience is a virtue. There’s no reason for you to give up on things you want to achieve for as long as you do it truthfully. Every achievement is a blessing, not a triumph that should be bragged about, but a victory that should be offered to God...I’m very proud of you anak, because at early age you know how to pray with all your heart...I always smile every time you pray..(including protection from “kumao”, which your mamalo taught you).

Lastly, never hurt a lady’s heart...Just like your mother & grandmas, all girls should be treated with respect for they are very special...Don’t let you kagwapuhan hurt the girls, be humble anak..(hahaha)

Whatever your heart desires, I am with you, & your daddy of course...”suportaan ta ka”...Just follow your dreams, & in every failure, I’m always there beside you to comfort & love you...Enjoy life and always, always be thankful for all the blessings God has bestowed on you.

I love you James...Sometimes I wish you would never grow up. But on the other hand, I am very thrilled & excited to watch you grow the way I meant you to: in God’s unbounded grace, guidance and unconditional love...
Thank  you for making us happy ni daddy...You are our greatest joy, our biggest miracle...I love you anak...

Thanks for sharing, Jo. This is a humbling letter to a child, to all the parents out there, and even to those who are single, young or old. I felt I shouldn't just sit here and stare at it in awe. It struck me. Something about it has touched my heart.