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MESSAGES FROM THE INTERNET

Date: Wed, 12 Jan 2005 08:12:40 -0800 (PST)
From: Myra Bagalso <nmjbagalso@yahoo.com>
Subject: WHAT MADE ME WRITE THIS TIME (for Ron Adea)
by Mhey Bagalso

If I want to let loose, I write.  Whenever I am happy, I write.  If I am sad, I also write. Writing unleashes something in me. But this time, I am writing because I am inspired... and blessed. It's because of a very kind and gentle boy. He is like a baby brother. But he calls me Tita. I couldn't help liking the boy because he is sweet.  He is for me, without a doubt, exceptional.  He is Ron.

Ron is Tita Lucy and Tito Jun's son. Tito Jun's dad (and to my parents their Ninong Dr. Adea) had been my mother's employer when they had a clinic here in Paete, and Tita Lucy (and her family) has been our kapitbahay sa ibaba even until now whenever they are nagbaBalik-Paete from Canada.

Going back to Ron, when I was introduced to him, he said, "May I hug you Tita?" and I replied, "Of course."  I didn't tell anyone that Ron instantly filled my longing for a (male) sibling.  I know Ron is a special kid, but beyond that, I saw a very typical child, a very warm and sensitive human being.  He has full of fondness for his parents.  He loves to hug Tito Jun and kiss Tita Lucy. 

When we watched "A" Festival of Arts in UP Los Baños where Ron played the piano, I was amazed.  Ron is indeed a very skilled pianist.  He supplied us with wonderful array of musical pieces.  Along with Ron were special children from Autism Society Philippines, Laguna Chapter.

As we were watching, a lot of thoughts engulfed me. These children are so talented and while they were performing, the audiences' eyes were glued to the stage. Ron's piano recital highlighted the event.  The group, (Autism Society Philippines Laguna Chapter) mentioned the magnanimous support from Tito Jun and Tita Lucy, before Ron's presentation. There I have known how humble Ron's parents are, how supportive they are to Ron, how loving and attentive they are to their precious.  Even before the start of the presentation, Tito Jun never left Ron's side, while Tita Lucy coordinated with the staff.  Their (Ron's parents) dedication is notable, and worked wonders, especially to Ron.

What really touched me was the finale, where the children gathered together on the stage with their mom or dad, and all of them were told to give a rose to their mom (or dad).  At that point, Ron hurriedly looked for Tita Lucy (who was with us sitting at the audiences' area).  Because Ron was accompanied by Tita Jun, and there was only one rose, he then hugged Tito Jun and walked briskly towards her mom to give the flower. Little gesture to say thank you?  It was awesome for me.  Ron really got me there.  Those little things are so important to me, they make so much difference. Others perhaps hadn't notice Ron's gesture that afternoon, but for sure it was stored in his parents' hearts. Ron taught me many things, as well as the other children who performed that afternoon.  They showed me wisdom, and they answered many questions in my head. All of us needed love in our lives. and acceptance.and believing. You are like a baby brother.  Though you call me Tita.  I couldn't help liking you because you're sweet.  You are for me, without a doubt, exceptional.
Thank you, Ron.
mheybags January 12, 2005
 

Date: Wed, 12 Jan 2005 09:52:12 -0800 (PST)
From: "Fred M. Cagayat" <fredmc311@yahoo.com>
Subject: Re:  WHAT MADE ME WRITE THIS TIME (for Ron Adea)
Myra,
Thanks for sharing with us this beautiful and touching essay about Ron. He is a special child indeed, with talents and loving affection.
FredMC
 

Date: Thu, 13 Jan 2005 06:54:04 -0000
 From: "Jun and Luchie Adea" <jladea@paete.org>
Subject: Re: WHAT MADE ME WRITE THIS TIME (for Ron Adea)
Dear Mhey,
Thank you very much for your writeup regarding Ron. I couldn't help but hold back my emotions while reading your article. Indeed, Ron is a very lovable, loving and sensitive person. Everyone who has known him had been touched by his loving ways. But nevertheless, I should have raised my hat off to you instead because little that I know that while you sit quietly in the audience with Joanne your sister, your
whole being was being filled with this wonderful thoughts about us. You are indeed a writer in nature...talked little but uses the power of your pen to convey your thoughts. KUDOS to you. Your Mom Nena and Dad Peter must be really proud of you. It's a pleasure to meet you. Send my regards to your Dad and sister. You're all been like our own family while we were in Paete. Again, thank you very much.
Tito Jun and Tita Lucy
 

Date: Thu, 13 Jan 2005 06:35:48 -0800 (PST)
From: maria solangon <mennensolangon@yahoo.ca>
Subject: Re: Re: WHAT MADE ME WRITE THIS TIME (for Ron Adea)
Dear Jun & Luchie,
Mario's girlfriend in Pinas was really amazed by the talent of Ron! She went there with some friends, pero hindi na nagpakilala, dyahi kuno! My son told me tha his gf could not believe that Ron is a special child. Very pogi and very gifted daw! Malayo raw and mararating ni Ron sa music. Congrats sa lahat ng inyong effort and talaga naman po saludo ako sa pagpapalaki ninyo sa kanya. Your labor is not in vain. jealous nga ako kay Mhey, matagal na akong hindi naha-hug ni Ron eh! Eh talaga namang very lovable and very sweet si Ron, mamahalin mo agad kahit unang kita po lamang.
Mennen
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Date: Thu, 13 Jan 2005 10:15:06 -0500
From: "Jun and Luchie Adea" <jladea@paete.org>
Subject: Re: Re: WHAT MADE ME WRITE THIS TIME (for Ron Adea)
Hi Mennen,
Sana nagpakilala yong gf ni Mario nang makilala naman namin. I'm glad they watched the  musicfest in Los Banos. Tell them "TY" for watching, and spread the news about the talents of these wonderful and incredible children. this is precisely the reason why we had this musicfest so we can showcase their
talents and thereby build acceptance and understanding of their uniqueness. Anyway, pagaling ka rin, hane? Alam kong balik ka na sa trabaho, pero ingat pa rin, OK?
Jun
 

Date: Fri, 14 Jan 2005 07:32:23 -0000
From: "Jun and Luchie Adea" <jladea@paete.org>
Subject: Re: WHAT MADE ME WRITE THIS TIME (for Ron Adea)
hi ten,
we are back here in canada, "back to reality" ika nga, the following day ay back to work na ako and ron is back to school naman, while jun has 3 day rest. talagang we are overwhelmed with all the activities ng balik paete, tulala nga kaming tatlo pagbalik dito, parang nanaginip lang kami ng napakagandang panaginip na ayaw na naming magising. anyway we are all very thankful kay mayor at sa lahat na  nag-organize, saludo kami sa inyo. this is the best time na uwi ko at im sure walang ng katapat ito. salamat din ng marami sa reply mo about ron. we are truly blessed with a very special child and this what makes us very happy and inspired. nena will be back here sa sat. more kwento na lang pag dating niya rito.
luchie

In paete@yahoogroups.com, Cynthia Bagabaldo <benneten@y...> wrote:
Hello Mhey,
Kumusta na?di na tayo nagkita sa Paete ng umuwi kami.nag-attend lang kami ng "Salubong" at nagpunta lang kami sa 3 Krus tapos balik na rin kami dito sa Proj.7. Thanks for sharing your experience with Ron Adea,he is indeed a "gifted special child". Btw,sumulat ang nanay pero di ko pa rin masagot.pagbalik na lang nina Tita Luchie mo sa Canada saka na lang uli ako mag-e-email sa kanya.
Till here and God bless.
Love you,
Tita Ten
 

Date: Fri, 14 Jan 2005 07:59:17 -0000
From: "Jun and Luchie Adea" <jladea@paete.org>
Subject: Re: WHAT MADE ME WRITE THIS TIME (for Ron Adea)
salamat 'mang fred,
ron is truly a gift to us. we are really blessed. kaya ganoon na lang aming pagtulong sa ibang parents, to share whatever we could and to make them aware na ang kanilang anak ay bukod tangi. at maligayang bati rin sa 'yo, abot pa rin kahit papano. at salamat din sa mga pictures.
luchie

Date: Fri, 14 Jan 2005 07:29:42 -0800 (PST)
From: amor kagahastian <amor_sk@yahoo.com>
Subject: Mhey & Luchie Re: Re: WHAT MADE ME WRITE THIS TIME (for Ron Adea)
Mhey & Luchie,
 i am doubly touched by these two articles. first, mhey's piece on ron and second a mom's feelings about that piece on her son... kung ako'y iyakin siguro napaiyak na ako. congrats, mhey for your superb article!
to luchie and jun, what a nice couple and parents you are! a shining example to many couples!
cares,
mam amor
 

Date: Fri, 14 Jan 2005 13:17:25 -0500
From: "Rey Carolino" <rey@paete.org>
Subject: RE: WHAT MADE ME WRITE THIS TIME (for Ron Adea)
Mhey Bagalso wrote:

> If I want to let loose, I write.  Whenever I am happy, I write.
> If I am sad, I also write. Writing unleashes something in me.
> But this time, I am writing because I am inspired... and blessed.

Thanks for sharing, Mhey... As usual, madami ka na namang pinaiyak sa ginawa
mo....

> He is for me, without a doubt, exceptional.  He is Ron.

Yes, Ron-ron is indeed exceptional.  My two children are very proud of him.
Parating ibinibida sa mga classmates nila at kalaro nila and they are very
supportive and protective of him.

I've seen firsthand the difficulties and obstacles of raising an autistic
child and talagang hats off ako kay utol Luchie at bayaw Jun dahil sa hindi
biro ang lumagay sa situation nila...  It requires a lot of sacrifices and
patience...

Anyway, ron is our walking database.... If we need to know the birthday or
plate numbers of someone in our PI Canada Chapter, the answer is a phone
call away from Ron... If wants want to know the shopping hours in a certain
mall in the Greater Toronto area, just ask Ron...
Rgds,
Rey

Date: Fri, 14 Jan 2005 14:15:39 -0800 (PST)
From: TOMAS ALTAMERO <altamerojr@sbcglobal.net>
Subject: Re: WHAT MADE ME WRITE THIS TIME (for Ron Adea)
Luchie and Jun,
Congratulations on the the outstanding performance of Ron. He truly deserves the outpouring of accolades that he received. We have heard of his great musical talent since Camping 2000, but have not had a chance to hear him perform in person. He is a jewel.
With best wishes.
Inang Cia and Amang Tom
 

Date: Sat, 15 Jan 2005 19:17:45 -0800 (PST)
From: Myra Bagalso <nmjbagalso@yahoo.com>
Subject: sa inyong lahat...
to tita luchie, tito jun, tito rey, tita mennen, mam
amor,mr. fred cagayat,
thanks po you liked my article on Ron.  God bless.
love,
mheybags