Prom Night and Choosing Paths

Last night, my daughter experienced one of those unforgettable high school moments—her prom. She shared her excitement with me this morning, and her happiness was so contagious that I couldn’t help but feel overjoyed for her.

She told me about her prom partner, a tall guy from the 12th grade, who made her evening quite extra special. She danced, laughed, and captured memories in photographs with her friends who made her night truly magical.

Now, as the school year wraps up and we talk about her future, the next big question looms: where will she go for senior high? She’s considering FEU in Manila, which is a great school. I even suggested she could stay with me and study in one of the few international schools here.

Deciding isn’t easy, and I see her struggling with these choices. It’s a challenging time for any teenager—having to make decisions that start shaping their future.

​As a parent, I want to make all her burdens light, but some choices she has to make on her own. All I can do is support her, guide her, and be there to help her navigate through these decisions. It’s tough watching your child on the brink of adulthood, but it’s also incredibly rewarding to see them become their own person.