Wednesday, February 7, 2007

There are some things that are worth noting in the life of and individual or an organization. Every now and then there is a convergence. The two came together for all of us last Thursday, Feb, 1. For 20 years Luzviminda (Lucy)Simbulan has served children through a task that doubtless few in this world would find particularly commendable. Her dedication was applauded when a shocked and tearful Nanay (Mom) Lucy was escorted into a party in her honor, a festive luncheon and program created to recognize her years of service. She has, through the years, washed countless diapers, sheets, bibs, and blankets....but mostly diapers. Her work swaddles the bottoms of infants and toddlers who will live their lives in homes far more comfortable than Lucy will ever know. The fruit of her labor, clean, fresh diapers, dozens of them hanging from clotheslines strung across the baby home yard serve as a landmark to visitors who come our way. Think about it. 20 years of washing diapers for children who will never know how hard and faithfully she reported for work day in and day out. Some would feel cheated by being dealt such a life. But not Lucy! She takes tremendous pride in the care and thoroughness with which she performs her work. She shows up like the sun six mornings a week. Lucy, you have made a lowly task noble.

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