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Strange…. determined to go back to the place where my home is. My heart was in tears because I know that my life in Cebu was really enjoyable. But I know that there are reasons behind everything. It was really my dream to work in Cebu and when it happened I was suddenly taken aback and emptiness had succumbed within me. I tried to show them that I am happy but I can’t go on pretending that I am okay when in fact I’m not. The feeling was strange. I thought that it was just normal. I can’t totally explain what was happening to me.

Home…. there is no place like home! But still the feeling was still there. I had tried a million times to ignore it but the harder I tried the stronger it become. I tried to console myself that maybe I was just too worried about getting a job. Hmmm, well, that one too made me worried. A lot!!!

The Purpose….My mother approached me, she told me if I could be a teacher (as if I have a choice) for the upcoming DVBS (Daily Vacation Bible School). It was a 5-day bible school intended for children who wants to know God and learn the word of God regardless of what religion/denomination they belong. And its aim is to teach them God’s word and let them know that God loves them so much. 

Lesson…. I was a bit hesitant of accepting it but well, it was also my dream. Be a teacher! I know that I love kids a lot but being a teacher was far beyond my capabilities… (I just thought it was). I was assigned to teach children ages 3-6 year old. When I enter the church and saw their smiles my heart was smiling at them too. As the day passed, I get to know my students well. I read them bible stories and I saw their eyes gleaming with joy upon hearing those stories we get from the bible.

Totally Attached…. Maputi, Davao Oriental is a place where you could see mountains and rivers along the way. My family learned to love and decided to work with our ministry there and fulfill our mission and that’s to serve God. We saw it from the children who have the hunger to get to know Jesus so well. I talked to my students and tell them about Jesus. They were very enthusiastic! They also share their stories. I was so touched and even cried upon hearing it. I loved them so much that I prayed to God to guide them every day and bless them bountifully. I never felt so lucky in my entire life. Their life stories were very inspiring. 

Realization…. God made me realize that there were people lived in a place where they get so happy if they could eat meals three times a day. Sometimes, when I pray I am complaining to God why my life doesn’t go according to what I’ve planned. And then I realized that God sends me back for me to learn a lesson and to serve my purpose. I thought my purpose is to touch those children’s lives but ironically, it was them who touched mine.

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There’s two things I know for sure:
She was sent here from heaven and she’s
daddy’s little girl.
As I drop to my knees by her bed at night
She talks to Jesus and I close my eyes and
I thank god for all the joy in my life
Oh, but most of all
For butterfly kisses after bedtime prayer;
sticking little white flowers all up in her
hair; "Walk beside the pony, Daddy, it’s my first ride."
"I know the cake looks funny, Daddy, but I sure tried."
In all that I’ve done wrong I know I must
have done something right to deserve a hug
every morning and butterfly kisses at night.

Sweet 16 today
She’s looking like her mama a little more everyday
One part woman, the other part girl.
To perfume and make-up from ribbons and curls
Trying her wings out in a great big world.

But I remember
Butterfly kisses after bedtime prayer; sticking
little white flowers all up in her hair.
"You know how much I love you, Daddy, But if you
don’t mind I’m only gonna kiss you on the cheek this time."
With all that I’ve done wrong I must have done
something right to deserve her love every morning
and butterfly kisses at night.

All the precious time
Like the wind, the years go by.
Precious butterfly.
Spread your wings and fly.

She’ll change her name today.
She’ll make a promise and I’ll give her away.
Standing in the bride-room just staring at her.
She asked me what I’m thinking and I said "I’m not
sure-I just feel like I’m losing my baby girl."
She leaned over…gave me butterfly kisses with her mama there,
Sticking little white flowers all up in her hair
"Walk my down the aisle, Daddy-it’s just about time."
"Does my wedding gown look pretty, Daddy? Daddy, don’t cry!"

Oh, with all that I’ve done wrong I must have
done something right.
To deserve your love every morning and butterfly
kisses-I couldn’t ask God for more, man this is what love is.

I know I gotta let her go, but I’ll always remember
every hug in the morning and butterfly kisses.