Giant Tears!

April 12, 2008 3:48 AM

The four boys successfully pull off Nan’s rescue mission by dragging Jolas and Ejay off to the secret place without them knowing it. They woke up slowly, not quite sure if they were still dreaming. It took quite some time before the reality of things settled. “Namaligno yata tayo,” whispered Jolas. Bit by bit, they figured out where their other housemates have been disappearing to. Daddy Ike and Daddy Erning were hands-on in welcoming their boys, refusing to let others take care of their needs. Soon enough, the boys bond with the guardians. They learn how to whistle and how to bake pandesal. Daddy Ike, who used to be a baker, enthusiastically took on the job of teaching the boys to bake pandesal, although he hasn’t done it in the past 18 years.

Daddy Ike takes up the courage to ask Kuya of a simple favor: to have Jolas sleep beside him. “Nasasabik na din ako sa kanya.” From such a statement, the rest of Daddy Ike’s sentiments start flowing. Jolas is his only son, his only child. He had another son, older than Jolas, but he passed away when he was just 2 ½ years old from leukemia. The bakery that he once owned was sold to finance the expensive treatment, as well as his mom’s jewelry. There were slim hopes of survival, and Daddy Ike lifted his son up to God, believing that what is God’s should be given to Him. He lost his elder son and was given another chance to be a father through Jolas. Again, Jolas was diagnosed ill, and Daddy Ike and his wife prayed. Within 24 hours, baby Jolas recovered. Daddy Ike then vowed to raise his son the best way he could. When Jolas got into a motorcycle accident, he was very mad not so much for almost losing his chances at pro basketball nor his dreams for his son, but for the fear of losing his son yet again. They just patched up recently, and the fact that he is present with Jolas in the PBB house speaks volumes of this father’s love. Being in the house put his job in jeopardy, but that doesn’t matter. What is important is that he supported his child all the way. His wife backed up his decision, saying they’ll manage to get by whatever happens. Kuya showed his admiration as he proclaimed Daddy Ike a rich man, rich in faith and love.All these revelations were shared with Jolas, and the Gentle Giant sobbed his heart out. His dad’s tears had him pounding the sofa, begging Kuya to stop already. When he left the Confession Room, Jolas headed straight for his dad and the two took a short walk. He began by sharing how Kuya asked him how he was, but after saying Kuya let him watch something, he suddenly found himself at a loss for words and just hugged his dad tightly. Daddy Ike hugged his son back and patted him. Later that evening, Jolas slipped into bed beside Daddy Ike, staring into space, no doubt recalling what happened in the Confession Room.

Meanwhile, Linda’s days of being with both parents come to an end – at least inside Kuya’s house. Daddy Hans and Mommy Ningning said their goodbyes after having breakfast with Linda and having a word with Kuya. As the two head towards the guardians’ area, there was already a plan to talk as a family once outside to discuss the next step. Kuya has planted the seed already, will they manage to see it through?

So much has happened in just a few weeks. Families have been given a new chance at things. Both teens and their guardians have learned quite a lot about themselves and each other. What other developments are about to happen? With her parents reunited somehow, would Linda rather see it through outside the house? How are the other housemates doing? It’s eviction night in just a few hours, so don’t forget to cast that vote for your fave housemate.