GROUP 2 SPEECH CHOIR I AM A FILIPINO BY CARLOS P. ROMOLO

The Filipino's Task and Heritage00:00:29

The speaker articulates the dual responsibility of a Filipino: to honor the past and fulfill obligations to the future. They declare their origin from a 'hard race,' tracing their lineage back to ancient Malayan roots.

Ancestral Memories and Connection to the Sea00:00:45

Memories of brown-skinned ancestors, sailing the seas in 'ships that were pray' with hearts full of courage, resonate with the speaker, highlighting a deep historical and maritime connection.

The Land's Embrace and Promise00:01:25

The land itself, with its diverse landscapes—shores, hills, mountains, plains, rivers, and lakes—is presented as a sacred space, inviting life and commerce, and holding profound significance for the speaker.