Physical disability is not a hindrance for one to strive in life. They are also capable of greater things that will make even the non-disabled amazed. Disability as well isn’t a ticket to quit and pass on what life can offer.
A Determined Man
This is proven by a netizen, Geri Katigbak Tirona-Zamora. Geri’s post shows how a disabled man, an ice cream seller carries a styrofoam case under the sun along Commerce Avenue, Ayala Alabang.The man stops when he needed to rest but is surely never a quitter. Seems like life goes on for the man despite having only one leg.
Photo screenshot: Geri Katigbak/Facebook
“Rest if you must but don’t you quit.”
Admiration For The Man
Netizens admired determination shown by the man. Many have attested about his whereabouts. He often takes Commerce Avenue as his usual route and often times reach Alabang Town Center.
Some netizens shared their experience with the man who they claim as a kind person.
Photo screenshot: Geri Katigbak/Facebook
Manong Ice Cream’s Story
A netizen who happened to get to talk to manong shared her experience. She learned that he is working hard for his daughter who is now in the elementary level and unfortunate to have left by his wife a few years ago.
Since there is no one to help him, he strives to work hard in order to provide his daughter’s needs.
Photo screenshot: Geri Katigbak/Facebook
Hopeful Netizens
Hopeful netizens who were able to see him walking along the busy avenue of Commerce were a bit brokenhearted for not being able to buy from manong since boarded inside their vehicle.
However, they hope that a day would come that they’ll be able to meet him in person.
Photo screenshot: Geri Katigbak/Facebook
Fund Raising
Some kind-hearted netizens are now up for a campaign to raise a fund for manong’s prosthetic legs. A lot were interested to lend a hand and be a part of a change in manong’s life.
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