#CPRM5YearsNa Volume 5 | Page 10

" Do what you think is right , for you will be criticized anyway ," well , my friend , relax , it ' s just one of the sayings i admire most . Raised from a humble , disciplined family of Southern Philippines , in Malaybalay Bukidnon , " yes tagabukid ni bai ".
Eldest of half a dozen kids , the sole girl , i was born 30 years ago on March first . Highly trained by my very strict soldier dad since age of 7 , raised up highly responsible , hardworking , respecting others , etc . I almost became a
boxer-champion haha for i started to act like a man . Anyway , can ' t tell everything out of my younger years or else we will finish next year lolss .
People described me " a woman of talents ", so i didn ' t really believe in that dictum for i had not the confidence to say so until recent times i have to agree .
i cannot think of any other way on how to show my support for the President , fellowmen and my country but through my music .
Never accepted any talent fee whenever am requested to sing in a rally , big occasion or huge crowd that concerns the President . I believe that acquiring such ability of singing and composing , has it ' s own ulterior purpose . And am indeed touched and highly emotional whenever i read or hear the comments from people that appreciated my songs , for myself I have tears when writing my lyrics .
I know that millions of filipino people , here and abroad , want change and uncompromising honesty . Am already experiencing and enjoying the change here in the Philippines under Duterte Administration .
It is indeed a new window of life to be associated with you , the CPRM radio station and the great people of Canada .
Thank you for making me part of
I admire and love doing arts , painting , music , modelling , photography , composing and even acting . Enrolled myself in a music school in Cagayan de Oro before , studied piano , violin , voice , drums and flute simultaneously and was awarded as outstanding multi talented student of the year . I studied Fashion make up for a week and competed first time in bridal hair and make up big competition and brought the trophy home as the grand champion held at ayala CDO .
I wasn ' t able to secure a degree due to financial problem . Also , i kept shifting from one course to another , but currently working as a Trading Enterpreneur .
From Nursing to Computer programming to Medical Technology , i would say , Jack of all trades , Master of none haha . Until i got tired . Sometimes we asked God " why "? but his answer is " I have better plan for you , much better from the one you wanted , you only need to be patient enough ". And i really believe about this .
Mainly being a gospel singer and have produced my first album in 2014 , I had neither intention nor ambition to be part of politics or be interested in fame at all . But when i learned that President Duterte will run for presidency , i voted first time in my life . I feel and trust for rapid change under his administration and
your anniversary event , and wishing you Happy New Year and further success .
Self Narration of Monica Fernandez