To labour for a living
By Pepin
The long road that circles the region of Panay will take you
to imposing landscapes and structures. But along the rolling
highways, you will witness the industrious people who toil under extreme
weather conditions to make a living.
On the long stretch of the blue sea are fishermen patiently
waiting for the day’s catch, while on the other side of the road are farmers harvesting
this season’s crops. And just a few meters off the main road are small stalls
of vendors, who are hoping to sell their fresh produce to the passing public.
This picture of trade is very common in Panay. People toil hard
to create products and sell these to earn money, which will be used to finance
their children’s education and to pay their dues. This is how they spell
progress. In other words, if you are not working hard, you will end up earning
nothing.
