Just Another Proud Mom: 2008 Ateneo Arts Award for Aaron
This is one of the times when I couldn’t control myself from talking (blogging for all to know) as any other mom who’s so proud of having been part of her child’s achievement. I think Aaron would excuse me for talking a bit now, knowing that for him, I only say it best when I say nothing at all.
Ateneo Art Awards theme designed by my son, Aaron Roselo
Tears of happiness welled in my eyes when Aaron told me today that he won an Ateneo 2008 Awards for the Arts in the Graphic Arts category. I blushed with joy as I read the award announcement and the invitation to parents for the awarding ceremony and reception dinner 12 March 2008 at the Ateneo Escaler Hall. I wanted to photocopy the announcement letter and invitation but Aaron won let me; he quipped “magyayabang ka na naman” (you’d brag again). The most that I could do was to call my mom and then all of my siblings who were all as ecstatic as I was – Aaron being the first grandchild and first niece of all. By his looks, I knew he detested what I did and found me corny. I had to savor this rare moment since it’s been a long, long, long time since I felt this way: fulfilled, blessed, and in bliss.
Aaron’s award serves as a green “go” sign for me that I have to continue walking with my head up for despite my failed plans, lack of material possessions and present challenges — I have Aaron: a priceless gift, a precious gem, my light from God.
To Aaron, a KISS (keep it short and simple) blog from your one and only mommy. I love you.
Please visit his site at http://aaronroselo.net
Congrats. You know I have read Aaron’s blog ever since he got featured in Blog-o-rama. I’ve read his trials and tribulations. I am just as proud as you are.
congratulations!!! and hey–those you mentioned in your 2nd to the last paragraph, they are but challenges, part of life. life is hw we make it!
this is trivial, but i have to mention it, while i was reading, “when you say nothing at all”, my playlist was playing that somg. LOL
anyway, Aaron sure deserves the award, and mom should really really be proud!
@noemi - Thanks. I’m sure you’ve noticed that he has matured a lot since he first started blogging. And, I’ve “grown-up” likewise.
@sexy mom - Thanks. Yes, tough moms like us would surely outlive our challenges and emerge stronger than we used to be — like you and noemi.
WOW- i bet that you are a very proud mommy! Congratulations to Aaron- what a talented guy! mana sa mommy i am sure…more power to both of you- life is always a challenge and events like this keeps us going … in our journey. Always keep that pretty chin of yours UP as your hard work and sacrifice are now paying off!
Congratulations for Aaron!!!!
ms. yung link po sa name ni aaron sobra po ng http://
hekhek…drppng by
@ vicky - Thanks - credits to Aaron. He worked for the award. (I thought you’d call us when you visited.)
@ Adam - Thanks, on behalf of Aaron.
@ billybog - Thanks a lot for calling my attention. I really still have a lot to learn. Drop by again sometime.
Congratulations!
Don’t mind your challenges. They all go away. I should know. I have been through a lot and eventually conquered.
Good luck!
uy congrats sa inyo.
That is soo great that Aaron won the award, it sounds like it truly inspired you to follow your dreams and goals. I wish you all the luck in the world, follow your heart.