ENDEAVOR
When President Marcos spoke the other day before the United Nations about protecting and advancing women’s rights, he warmed the hearts of many Filipinos who believe that women deserve a strong voice in society. In fact, in most Filipino homes, that voice has long been loud, clear, and very persuasive.
Nanay, Mama, Mommy, or Inang, is the heart of every Filipino home and family. She is the gentle soul who serves as a unifying bond.
Filipinos have always recognized the quiet power of women. While the man may be the head of the household, the woman is the steadying influence that ensures the well-being of its members. Anyone who has tried to argue with a Filipino mother, or challenge her decisions, already knows how always wins the day.
Over the years, throughout my professional life, I have seen Fi
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