"Saan ba nakasulat na kailangang puro pagtitiis ang tadhana ng Pilipino?"
This may be a bit late but I just really need to express the feeling of hope and love for the country. Last Wednesday was Noynoy Aquino's inauguration as the 15th President of the Republic of the Philippines. The whole event had that feeling of renewed spirit among the Filipinos.
All eyes were on Noynoy as his inauguration marked the end of GMA's term and the start of his unexpected presidency.
Except for the barong and slacks, Noynoy's appearance and demeanor were as normal as they could get. In fact, he even cut down on the menu for his celebratory cocktails and meals. He went to Malacanang stopping at every stoplight and passing through the right way. He went down his SUV not minding the fact that he was only in his camisa de chino's. He didn't even have his balding head fixed for the event. Come on, it was supposed to be his big day. But look, he made us feel that it was OUR day.
His speech was one for the ages. It was no-holds-barred. It was a wake up call for us Filipinos. He basically said that we've got a lot of work to do around here and for him, it should start by setting a good example. I was a bit worried that 6 years would not be enough and he was promising too much. In the end, I admire him for taking the challenge. Perhaps most people didn't expect that his speech would make much of an impact. But look, his words definitely gave us a reason to have hope for our country. :)
I've campaigned for Noynoy from the very start. I am truly happy that MY president is now OUR president.
PS. Before inauguration proper, there was a series of intermission numbers. All the performers delighted the audience with songs on nationalism. Moments before Noy was sworn in, Noel Cabangon pulled this off:
Imagine, a crowd of hundred thousands and a stage full of A-listers singing together and raising their hands up. At first some leaders were giving him the eyebrow but in the end, it was a moment for the country. Kudos to Noel Cabangon.
Watching this live on TV gave me the shivers. It's been a while since I felt that way towards the country. There is HOPE! :)
