4 Honor Guards of Cory Aquino

photo credit by AFP “I believe that during these times, we should not forget that many sacrificed to regain our democracy.” - Corazon Aquino

I later found out their names as Pfc. Antonio Cadiente, Airman 2nd Class Gener Laguindam, Petty Officer 3 Edgardo Rodriguez and Police Officer 1 Danilo Maalab. How they withstood it motionless for so long is their own way of sacrifice, selflessness and strength as tribute to the remains of a former president. I salute to you guys..

I will not forget the people who sacrificed their lives for democracy.

I will make sure that we, Filipinos are aware of the implications of the Constituent Assembly before the 2010 elections, and that we should oppose Charter Change perpetuating President Arroyo and her allies in power.

I will continue with the fight, to help maintain our democracy.

Proud to be Filipino

"L" the sign which means Laban (Fight)

We, Filipinos, eager to fight for freedom, democracy during the time of EDSA I Revolution. Cory is one of the First Female Philippine President to be able to stand on the ground to fight against Marcoses. We also want to thank you for being our President and being loving mother to us. We know that you are in heaven to be reunited with Ninoy, your husband. We are proud to be a Filipino because of you, tita cory! We will be miss you so much!! God Bless You!

Philippines Mourn Ex- President

This yellow ribbon is a trademark of Auntie Cory.

She was headstrong and single-minded in one goal, and that was to remove all vestiges of an entrenched dictatorship against Marcos.

The uprising she led in 1986(I was born in 1984) ended the repressive 20-year regime of Ferdinand Marcos and inspired nonviolent protests across the globe, including those that ended Communist rule in eastern Europe.

But she struggled in office to meet high public expectations. Her land redistribution program fell short of ending economic domination by the landed elite, including her own family. Her leadership, especially in social and economic reform, was often indecisive, leaving many of her closest allies disillusioned by the end of her term.

She died today this morning at 3:18 am in Makati Medical Hospital. May God Bless Her Soul and May She Rest In Peace!!