And just like any other curious person with a set of eyes, I read what was written in it. (Please don't strain your eyes and try to read it from the previous pic because a zoom in shot is right below the next paragraph).
I really planned on an "MTV-like-stare-out-of-the-window-ride" and avoid any small talk that may arise because many taxi drivers usually like that. It was supposed to be just me and my 80's OPM love songs in my iPod. However, I was deeply touched by the driver's silence, his almost watery eyes, and his attempt to smile when he asked me if "E-Rod po ba ang daan?" The plea on the dashboard was personally his.
His 14-year-old daughter had been diagnosed with cancer last Dec 2009, and since then, he has been trying to find ways on how to find enough money to save his daughter's life. According to him, if he would walk around and ask money, he would lose his daily income as a taxi driver and it would not yield much.
He hoped, when the election was nearing, that candidates might help him. But it was futile. He goes around with a medical certificate, hoping that he would meet someone who might actually help.
But there is good news! Marie, his daughter, will soon be a cancer survivor! According to her doctor at PCMC, she's just two chemotherapies away from tumor removal and all she would need after that would be medication, rest, and a lot of supporting friends and families.
I usually round to the nearest tens the amount on the taxi meter. But yesterday's taxi ride was different. If you're interested in being a part of the life of a soon-to-be cancer survivor, don't hesitate to contact him:
Jong - 0925-5281430
Taxi details:
Rich and Famous - PYD424; 453-3222
There are a lot of amusing things around us and I just enjoy "appreciating" these by posting it on Cloverlip. But perhaps more than just observing these different interesting things, what matters more is making a difference. :)
