Cathy is a 29-year-old mother of three. She is working in Dubai right now. She is one of the millions of OFWs in Middle East. She used to work with me at the Pampanga Provincial Government. There are two words that remind me of her – outgoing and problematic.
Her life to begin with is full of heartaches. Abandoned by her former husband, she was totally devastated for years. Leaving her was already painful but his failure to support the children doubles the trauma.
At the time we were together at work, Cathy would always ask me for guidance and would lengthily talk about her frustrations and problems at home. I could only offer some advice and some financial support. I always told her that her life, even at its worst, could still be something she could cling into. As long as we live there is hope and I firmly believe on that. Life can be so difficult but everything works for the best at the end.
She would date various men to temporarily forget her problems. Most often than not, she would ask us to spend time together drinking and hanging out. Those were fun days and sad at the same time.
I miss her company. I hope she is working well now and earning enough for her children. I wish her all the best.
Cathy is just one of the millions single parents around the world. It is really hard to be one. Sacrifice is the best word to describe their life. But hero can best describe them as persons.
