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Today is the birthday of the my eldest daughter Monty. As I sit in my new workplace alone as it is still early, I can't help but reflect the fact that it has been 8 years since I became a father and my life hasn't been the same since.  I grew up practically living for myself, doing things for my satisfaction and my fulfillment. Later, I realized that a purposeful life is one that is lived for God. I was steered to the right path and it was all good. Then I was blessed with a lifetime companion and it made the journey lighter and enjoyable. On September 28, 2004, we were gifted with our first child and it became all the more meaningful. Now I am living for God, my wife and my two daughters and I am truly happy. Whatever this journey will bring me, I know that I just have to face it because it is just not me anymore, but it's for them too.

My becoming a parent is my biggest achievement so far. It's the best experience ever but it isn't as simple as it seems. Raising children can be very stressful and difficult, but for every hypertension episode or every cent spent, at the end of the day, a kiss and a hug from the little ones will make it all worth it. My daughters are 6 and 5 years old respectively. They are smart and beautiful beings who never fail to make me realize how blessed my life is. My wife who will forever be my bestfriend shares this happiness of having a wonderful family. Before becoming a father, my life centered on my needs and wants. When my daughters were born, I learned quickly that my needs have become secondary. Now, there remains to be only one choice when push comes to shove, my family. Marriage and being a parent made me choose to dedicate my life to God and to the lives that are now connected with mine. With the joys of parenthood come difficult situations too. Challenges are...

A letter of Paul Flanagan to his 2 children before he died from complications of skin cancer. I would like to tell these to my daughters too. Be courteous, be punctual, always say please and thank you, and be sure to hold your knife and fork properly. Others take their cue on how to treat you from your manners. Be kind, considerate and compassionate when others are in trouble, even if you have problems of your own. Others will admire your selflessness and will help you in due course. Show moral courage. Do what is right, even if that makes you unpopular. I always thought it important to be able to look at myself in the shaving mirror every morning and not feel guilt or remorse. I depart this world with a pretty clear conscience. Show humility. Stand your ground but pause to reflect on what the other side are saying, and back off when you know you are wrong. Never worry about losing face. That only happens when you are pig-headed. Learn from your mistakes. You will...

Working 5 days a week and spending Saturdays in school is eating much of my time with my two beautiful daughters. It's a sacrifice I hope they will understand someday, but it's a challenge for me not to make it obvious and felt. Arriving at home after a busy day is always something I look forward to. This is because my cute kids always seem to be excited to see me. A shout of "si Daddy, si daddy" from the balcony by my youngest as I park my car, and a simple "daddy, daddy!" by my eldest when I walk into the house, with a matching kiss, really feels great. These are the moments that you hope to last even as they grow older. My honk is heard, a quick head turn And Sam races to the balcony... Monty stops for a while but will continue what she's doing. Lying down at the balcony Sam makes a peep by lifting the leather curtain She shouts "si daddy, si daddy" And wait for my wave of acknowledgment. Lips ready to kiss, Monty waits for...

I love my kids! They are my joy My inspiration, My life... If all else goes wrong, I look at them and their smiles, It changes my perspectives, Bringing freshness to my dreams. These are my kids, the daughters I am blessed with, Though small and fragile, What they are is what I am.