Today, Feb. 25, 2008 marks the 22nd anniversary of Philippine PEOPLE POWER.
I dedicate this post to my children who are part of the youth — the hope of our land. May these graphic images burn in your hearts and remain there always. I pray that the spirit of EDSA 1 will always be the inspiration of our youth to give of themselves and make this country better for all its citizenry.
This beautiful YouTube video (thanks to elcid624) was a video done for a Boston culture show in 2004. It encapsulates the spirit of EDSA and shows highlights of those days. For our youth who were not born yet or were too young to remember, this video says it all.
And what would EDSA 1 have been without music? After all, music is in the heart of all Filipinos. Our culture is filled with music that speaks from our hearts.
The songs below were written during the EDSA 1 People Power days. They remain relevant until today.
This YouTube video (from jsoria30ver2‘s YouTube channel) is a song entitled “Handog ng Pilipino sa Mundo” written by Jim Paredes of Apo Hiking Society. In a recent ANC interview, Jim said that he wrote this 6-minute song in 2 minutes. Talking of inspiration!!!!
“Magkaisa” was written by Tito Sotto, arranged by Homer Flores and rendered by Virna Lisa Mananzan. Lucky I found this YouTube video (thanks again to jsoria30ver2):
And who can forget “Bayan Ko” written by Freddie Aguilar. Almost like a national anthem, this song has been sang in many different situations to symbolize love of country. (thanks to pnaymommy3)
I previously blogged about how I felt as a mother whose kids are exposed to all these scandals these days. Three of them are so much more aware of what is going on as they discuss these events in class and among their peers. I continue to pray that they will look at this anniversary not just as a historical event but a shining moment when the Filipino’s true heart and spirit shone forth to teach the world a lesson. It is not too late for our youth to transform this country. I have faith that where we have failed, they can succeed.
Blogger Links
Following are links to blogger friends who have likewise written posts relevant to this day in our history. I will update this list as I come across new posts.
Dine’s Tomorrow’s Leaders, our YOUTH: What if they suddenly want to do it their way?
Noemi’s Modern Day Moms and Truth, Accountability & Reform
Noemi’s Push for Change, BE the Change
Annamanila’s Taking Responsibility
Cathy’s What IS $130 Million To You?
MLQ3’s An Immoderate Threat when Representatives Fail the People