Thursday, August 14, 2008

This one's for you, Pia and Francis

We all rushed to see Pia at the Medical City this afternoon, after finding out last night that Francis was diagnosed with Leukemia. Everyone's been worried, needless to say, and we wanted to see how they were doing. I was telling Pao and Smile last night that I was so sure Pia would be her usual self and would probably make us all feel ashamed of ourselves by telling us, hey don't worry, he's okay! we're all okay! I was right! Unfortunately, Francis was not allowed to have visitors today but to prove that he's doing well, he asked Pia to take these photos with her phone so that she can show them to us...


A photo dedicated to us...the pioneer Havaianaticos!

It was so relieving to "see" him in high spirits!
(For the record...FM is still confined and will undergo treatment soon
so please keep those prayers going!)


Just as I expected...cool, calm and steadfast --- you are something else, my friend!

The next screen shots are of Francis' message, which was read by Vic Sotto today on Eat Bulaga for all of his friends and fans. Pia asked me to post it here for those who missed the show earlier:


I cried while reading this
(Sa lahat ng dabarkads ko dito sa EB miss ko na kayong lahat. Araw-araw magkasama tayo at kayo'y naging 2nd family ko na. Pati na rin lahat ng viewers sa mga bahay at studio. Ngayon meron akong isang pagsubok na dapat daanan at hiling ko lang ay ang inyong pag-unawa at suporta. I have been diagnosed with leukemia and i am preparing for my treatment. Sa tulong ng Panginoon kakayanin ko ito. Abangan ang aking pagbabalik. Di ko lang kayo miss, love ko kayong lahat.)

TO FRANCIS and PIA ... God wants you to go through this journey TOGETHER
for a reason
HE knows that your love for each other, support of your wonderful kids and solid faith will sustain you at this challenging time. Take care of each other...savor every moment. You will definitely want to do this because when you're both old and gray, it would be nice to look back and remember how you made it through.

WE'RE HERE FOR YOU ALWAYS


P.S. --- FM, I know you're reading this...
these happy faces are smiling at you
and wishing you well
We look forward to seeing you on our next visit!

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