THE TRIUMPHANT
Behind the smiles are some untold stories that might inspire others once revealed. My name is Marfe and I'm from the northern part of Cebu. I’m a public school teacher and I’ve been married for 11 years. I thought being legally committed to my husband will bridge me to everlasting happiness in life. Unfortunately, it was the contrary. My 10-year stay with him was a prolonged agony. Despite those difficulties in life I never gave up and never surrendered. I still smiled and continued to be glad despite all these odds.
We are blessed with three lovely angels. They are the main reasons why I still cling to him as a martyr wife. Raising and nurturing them was pretty tough since their father was irresponsible during their toddler years. He was into different vices. He was reluctant in raising our children because he preferred to spend his entire time with his friends.
We cannot feel his existence as a good father. He had forgotten his responsibilities towards us as his life was getting worst. Every minute, every second of the day was just full of sorrow. Our lives were gloomy but despite all his shortcomings, I was able to take care of my children properly.
The time came that he became destructive, annoying, and unhelpful. He ruined our belongings once his demands are not given, sold some gadgets so he can have the money to be used in buying illegal drugs. He also robbed money from us. The unlikely behavior from him was felt by our family.
The things we feared were happening thus we decided to place him in a rehabilitation center for renewal and revitalization. With no hesitations, we brought him to 180 Degrees Drug Rehabilitation Center of Pagsabungan, Mandaue City, Cebu last January 26, 2019. Admitting him to the rehabilitation center was a risky decision as we feared he would become more aggressive and violent but he was in good hands. The center helped my husband's recovery.
THE CHANGE. My partner being detoxified, gives a happy smile.
They were able to awaken him and have him accept all his uncertainties, weaknesses, and mistakes. The counselors who handled him were expert in what they do. He was able to realize that it was not too late yet to change all his bad behaviors. The transformation was evident.
After 6 months in the program, he graduated with pride and that he was able to make it. He went home shining and admirable. He was grateful for his second chance to be the best father to his children. We are forever grateful to the rehabilitation center for making a difference to my husband who is now a loving father, a son, and a brother to our community.
All those trials that came my way, I have surmounted. There was intense happiness or what they call felicity shared by my family after my husband's recovery. Our fervent prayers to God led us to triumph those struggling years in our lives.
THE BOND OF LOVE AND GOD’S GRACE
We favored spending time together as a happy family. We bond every weekend by taking a walk here in our province, Tabogon. I am the happiest wife in the world because those hard experiences I encountered will never happened again. I’m more motivated and inspired to move forward. It made me stronger and yet vulnerable in life.
We bond with our family by going out, eating together, and having fun. Although we don’t have enough time to dine together as a big family due to our hectic schedules, still we were able to find some time and go out with my husband being sober and clean.
THE GIFT - BEBE
Our connections with the 180 Degrees Drug Rehabilitation Center’s owner continue. They gifted our children with a huggable, sweet, and lovely creature named Bebe. It gives more color to our family. I’m a 100% pet lover. I love cats and dogs. Dogs for me are my stress relievers. They are special to me and I considered them the sweetest, most loyal, and most loving creatures in the world.
MY SWEETIE: She is not just a dog for me but a family member who I love as well. A very sweet and loving creation of God.
MORE ABOUT ME
During vacation, I like spending it outside with my family. It is the perfect time to unwind, relax, be hassle-free, and enjoy the precious moment even under the scorching heat of the sun. No words can express how contented I am if it is with my loved ones.
I love to visit the Bogo Public Library together with my children. They love reading story books and magazines. If we have enough time, we often visited the library because the available reading materials that the learning center has captivates my children’s interest in reading.
One of my likes is dancing. During those dark times, my exit was dancing. It was a stress-relieving activity that helps me to be physically and emotionally fit. I enjoyed doing it as it gave entertainment to the audience.
I am not just generous to dogs and cats. I love helping children who are in need. I have joined in conducting a feeding program at Ilihan Parish Church where there were more than 300 recipient families in this one-day event.
THE REASON
I’m not fond of using Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and other famous websites that give entertainment and fame to others. However, last October 5, 2022, when @callmesmile shared with us about this blogging platform. She told us all the advantages if we will heartily join here. As proof of its goodness, this was seconded by @missleray.
My passion for writing ignited and motivated me to have a connection with this platform. Although I’m not really into public posting, upon hearing the positive comments and results coming from them, I was very eager to indulge myself with full trust and confidence. This will be my chance to sharpen my skills in writing, and my hope and ambition that my life will be read and can inspire others.
Through them, I was able to meet @indayclara. Her visit to our school and her discussion during the OCD onboarding seminar opened my mind. In her, I was guided clearly regarding the significance of this fun-filled blog. I love the whole concept and will surely enjoy writing! Thanks to these God-sent kindred who inspired us to explore the world of blogging.
This is my life from being hesitant to move forward because of life’s uncertainties to a strong determination to live to the fullest. From being timid to write and share my story with the world to having strong willpower to use HIVE to inspire others and express my innermost thoughts and emotions.
Welcome @naymhapz !Enjoy your Hive Journey. Explore other communities and follow other users too.
Enjoy Hiving.☺️🥰
Thank you @callmesmile. I love HIVE. 😊
Yeaay finally, loaded ng RC., budget your RC Maam Marf.😊 soon u'll have much RC.🥰
Enjoy Hiving.😊
I will @callmesmile , sooner or later I can be like you....lol😁
Yaaayyy! Go Go Go @naymhapz !!!🥰😍
Mahurot imung RC. Ayaw sa ko'g replyi.🤣
Your story hits home. I also have a family member who used to do drugs. Glad that you never gave up. By the way welcome to hive. Virtual hug. 🥰
Hi @baninan 🙂. Thank you for the moral support and for welcoming me in HIVE. It's pretty cool to be here.
Wow welcome mam @naymhapz !
Enjoy exploring hive communities here! I'm sure lots of people will be inspired by your stories and future posts.☺️
@missleray .....Thank you for being one of the bridges to be here in HIVE. I'm excited to explore more.
You're always welcome mam @naymhapz ☺️
Wow I wish you and your husband all the best..I hope your husband will continue to walk in the right path.. Welcome to Hive community and Virtual Hug to you.🤗
Hello @chileng17 hoping and praying that he will not relapse 'coz if he do, this will surely ruin our family. Thank you for welcoming me here.🙂
Welcome here Teacher @naymhapz I think you are 3rd or 4th ma'am I meet today hehe, your story filled with darkness and lightness of life. You are inspiration. On the other hands, looking forward to your future endeavors po as blogger Teacher. 😍
Thank you @eunoia101 . Praise God to the highest. With Him nothing is impossible. It was all His will. Actually, there are lots of teachers who are in the line for HIVE. It's nice to be here.
Welcome po sa Hive mam!
Ako din po ay DepED, SHS sa Division of Batangas Province.
Wow! So inspiring @guruvaj . I'm more motivated to be explore more in HIVE. So excited! Thanks for welcoming me. Marami na tayo who are from DepEd family.
Wow! That's good @guruvaj, marami na tayo who are from DepEd family. So excited to explore more. Thanks sir!
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Welcome to Hive @naymhapz!
I’m happy to see you part of Hive after learning about it from the 3 wonderful ladies 😊
Those hardships you experienced make up what you have now. Happy to know your husband is sober and your family relationship has been repaired!
Bebe is so cute!
Welcome again to Hive!
Hi @wittyzell ! Thank you so much. Happy to be here and excited to blog more.
Hoping all the efforts, time and money spent to my husband's recovery will not be wasted. May he will not be tempted again.
I'm excited to blog more about Bebe's cuteness. She's one of a kind family member.
Thank you for welcoming me here. I'm glad to be here in HIVE! I love it!
Hey @marfe! This is @indayclara from the @ocd team. Congratulations and welcome to Hive!
It was brave of you not to give up on your husband. Others would have left but you stayed and that I admire of you.
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Hello Inday Clara, thank you for sharing all these inputs. Your guidance really matters to me. Rest assured all the reminders will not be taken for granted and will not be forgotten. Your support is pretty amazing and is well appreciated. Forever grateful here.
I'm so excited to explore the different communities here in HIVE. I'm delighted to move forward, enjoy and have fun blogging.
Hi, maam Welcome to Hive, Have Fun and Enjoy your moment here in this amazing platform. Glad to see you here.
I'm so excited to keep in touch to all Hivers sir. Thank you. It's so cool to be here.
Hello maam Marfz! Thanks for sharing this side of you here on Hive..Can't wait for more.. God bless!
Congrats mam @naymhapz! excited to see your next blog.
Welcome to Hive mam @naymhapz.I can feel your story mam.Just keep on believing God😊
I saw your post in OCD community and I had to read the article mentioned. It is heartwarming to read about your journey. Very happy to hear it has indeed a happy ending. All the best 💙
I am glad reading your comment. It's just amazing that we can help those helpless dogs. They have feelings too. If others can't give the love they deserve, they can find some ways. But others don't have the heart, thus many dogs are hopeless.