Victorio Gonzaga Avila, a loving husband, a father of five, and a daddy to his grandchildren. He is the best man in my life.
He is not a degree holder, didn’t even finished elementary due to indigence, but he was able to raise five kids with all his might provided food, shelter, clothing, education, and incomparable values.
He is sometimes too annoying when he acts like Mr. Fix-it, when he loudly turns on the radio volume in listening to his oldies music, when he asks a question more than twice, and when he cares too much.
He is my father, a father who is very considerate, stoic, and forgiving. He is someone who can sacrifice his wants to help others and to give his family enough luxury. I remembered the time when I was in my worst condition because of life’s effing misery without even considering how much it would hurt him he listened. To my surprise he didn’t even take offense towards the situation and he gave me his tightest hug and encouraging words to make me feel better. In that moment, I realized that at this age I am still a cry baby in the arms of my father. That instance made me more optimistic, considerate, and hopeful.
I asked him “Tay, pasaway ba ako?” He answered “Hmmm, alam ko namang mabait ka eh.” Ahahaha though he did not answer my question straight I know I am pasaway.
Tay, I know I’ve been so inconsiderate of how you may feel about my hurting but that instance made me stronger because of your everlasting love and understanding. That instance will actually help me if you reached your retirement and settle in the province with nanay. I will always remember the things that you keep on reminding me. I may not always show you how much I love you but since today marks the date you existed on earth 57 years ago let me tell everyone how proud I am to be one of your kids. Happy Birthday Tatay!
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