The threat of the pandemic has continuously
put pressure on Filipino families both physically and emotionally, that is why
a stable support system at home is a must during these trying times. Even more
so for families of frontliners and essential workers.
Sam Etcuban, a Correctional Officer and
Registered Nurse who works at the Bureau of Corrections as a COVID – 19 Nurse
finds the strength to continue forward, thanks to the encouragement of his
loving wife. "My wife is my greatest supporter and number one fan,"
Sam gushed when asked about how he would describe his wife.
"We love to watch movies and go to the
grocery together," he added. However, with the new normal settling in, Sam
now must deal with a new reality.
"Now, I'm doing all these activities alone
due to COVID. I would rather expose myself outside since my body is
stronger," but that does not stop Sam's wife from encouraging him to the
best of her ability "she prepares everything I need before my shift
starts, and she will never forget to remind me how much she loves me," he
concluded. The simple boost of encouragement is all Sam needs to get through
his shift, which often lasts for weeks at a time.
Goldilocks sees and admires the sacrifice
that Sam makes for his family and community and that is why they surprised
Sam's wife a special Mother's Day cake which serves as a simple gesture of
gratitude for courageously fighting for Filipino lives.
Goldilocks is celebrating mothers for the
whole month of May because our moms definitely deserve more than just a day of
celebration for their love and care. With the desire to make frontliners like
Sam and his family happy, Goldilocks will be sending cakes to some deserving
families throughout the month.
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