Who is my Hero?

      Who is my hero? Is he a super hero like superman, batman or spider man, out to save the world from danger? NO. My hero is braver and stronger than that. Is my hero a celebrity with fame, glam and fortune? NO. My hero is even better and more special than that.

      In a world where everyone you meet lives behind personal mask lies are abundant, the only person who is and will always be real to me is my FATHER. He is the first person I would turn to for advice. Sometimes, I got irate because he expected too much out of me, but at the end, I realized that he was doing it for own good. Ever since I was a child he was always there for me. He is my protector and savior. He is such a loving person. He taught me independence and responsibility so I will be successful. Self motivation, self respect and self discipline are the characteristics that my father has instilled in me. He also taught me that life isn't always fair. He said that when I want something I had to work hard and strive hard for the best and when I have a dream I better run for it and don't look back until I reach the finish line. He keep telling me not to give up no matter how complicated and intricate objective is. My dad is always encouraging me to do well in school and at home. he told me not to step down the stairs of life. When I bring home a bad news about my schooling, he always gently talk to me. He has a positive outlook on everything and always do better. I want the optimism he has. I want to be just like him.

      My dad is like my personal super hero, saving my day from any catastrophes. I thank him most because he thought me to respect, to love and to be the best I can be.

      He hasn't been president of the Philippines or invented any or been an actor or been in a movie or even saved a life. But what he does and just being in my life makes him my HERO.