Today, we celebrate Independence Day. For once a year, we remember the numerous sacrifices of many Filipinos who dared to do something significant to liberate this country from foreign power. The Social Studies books in schools are not enough to describe the heroism displayed by many Filipinos who fought for this land. And yet, many Filipinos today have taken this day for granted.

Many things in life have a cost. Even the freedom we’re experiencing right now had a cost- the blood and sacrifices of many Filipinos! Today, let’s honor and remember the people (known and unknown) who dared to make a difference to free this country. Without them, we will still remain under the shackles of foreign tyranny!