From time to time, they would stop and ask for alms from other persons in the area. But what really caught my eye was the smiles they had on their faces while they were walking. I could only imagine what they do to get through the day. Living each day at a time. Solving each problem directly affecting that day. But they still are happy people.
One can only reflect at one's life when you see this scene especially if you are having some problems of your own to deal with. Imagine the hardships that they have gone through and will be going through. Compare it with yours.
I'm still lucky to be how i am now...
And yes, i do feel blessed...
people also mistaken my mom as my grandma... it could be that because of her hard work for me and my sister..
ReplyDeleteI grew up in the province and have seen my share of poor people. They make the best of friends by the way.
ReplyDeleteIt was through these friendship that I have learned what goes through their minds. Taking into account the picture above, here's what most probably goes through their minds;
Where else can you find free lodging, great scenery and suckers for our "plight" of CHOICE?
Reality strikes when you flip the coin Edo. My "poor" friends in the provinces (paddy farmers mostly) are happier in more ways than one.
This leads me to ask you as you work your *** off more than 8 hours a day just to make ends meet; Shouldn't you actually envy them?
Think again
whos edo?
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