People of the Philippines, who they may
Within this world they stood up high
Though medium built, not so tall maybe
But the spirit they'd shown was high as the sky
No matter what calamity, atrocity they face
They were not easily discouraged, such so strong
Against all odds of life they can withstand with ease
Even to nature's wrath - earthquake, super typhoon
Still can smile and in good nature so far
Such beautiful people, wants peace and love
Hard workers, smart, resilient as they are
The trade mark they are proud of
Ency Bearis
All rights reserved 2013
Note: This was posted in one of the blog sites in the Philippines after the super typhoon Yolanda (Haiyan) had devastated the central Philippines last November 8,2013.
Ency Bearis
http://www.poemhunter.com/poem/a-tribute-to-the-people-of-the-philippines/