Goodbyes Are Never Easy

Our 3 weeks of exposure in Asilo de Molo has already ended. And believe me, it’s not easy. At first I thought I will be pleased because it would mean NO more mopping the floor, No more washing the dishes, No more cleaning the droppings (poop) of the elderly and at last we say adieu to the unpleasant smell of the place. (Forgive me, I’m just being honest-not a hypocrite who pretends to do otherwise).

BUT as what they say, things happen for a reason. As time goes by, I started to do things not because I have to but because I want to; not because I was asked to but because I’m happy to. I’ve learned to care for those people whom I barely know. “Those people” now became a significant part of me. I’ve learned to love them.

The Lolo’s and Lola’s in Asilo are special. They may not have the best of everything (some had gone through difficulties and sickness which you wouldn’t ever wish to go through) but they have been blessed with people who truly care for them. And I thank God for giving me the opportunity to have this experience which I’ll never ever forget.

Let me share some pics with you:

This is Lola Mag’s. She’s my super duper best lola ever! We have a special relationship and I it was heartbreaking when I said goodbye. She really cried and it made me cry too! I’m really gonna miss her! :’(

Lola is sooo cute when she’s making faces like this. Yaaaay! :)

One of our “train-train” moment. :P

Lola is showcasing her talent which is SINGING! Haha.

Here, I told Lola to give chance to others because she insists on singing more. Haha. She’s really so adooooorable!

Lola’s FANS. Hahaha!

Here with Lolo Esperidion. He is disoriented to time, place and person and with a right sided paralysis. Taking care of him is a challenge but I don’t mind. It’s the 2nd time I was assigned to him. The first time was when I was still in 3rd year.

The ever cute and cuddly Lola Leah! :))

Here with the most well behaved Lolo Kiko. Obviously, his favourite hobby is sleeping. Haha!

Posing with the pink plates we donated. Haha!

With Fil Am & Julyen. HAHAHA!

How I wish my own grandparents were still alive. I could have cared for them even more. It’s sad how I was able to do things for others and not do it for them. It’s one of the things deeply regret. How I wish I could turn back time. :(

If you want to know more about ASILO de MOLO, simply "google it". :P