Campus Press
Tribute to moms – sans Mother's Day tradition

WHEN Filipinos hear the word 'mother' or 'mom,' what comes to mind?

Filipino moms often say, 'Anak, ubusin mo food mo, ang daming nagugutom!' or 'Ayusin mo bed mo bago ka lumabas ng kuwarto.' Some would say, 'Naku, anak, noong panahon namin...' or 'Anak, mata ang gamitin, huwag bibig.'