There was laughter in between conversation from my left side and to my right exchanging views and ideas some are serious talks others are funny one. But behind that laughter and funny conversation a good friend will be packing his things on May 14, 2010 on his way back to the Philippines and a month later, he will be landing in one of the airport in Canada with his family for a brighter future. He and his wife have been working in the island for more than a decade but the future of their kids has been in the forefront of the family agenda. We were sad to see him packing all his personal stuff, giving out a few items to a neighbor shaking hands to everyone of us with a smile. Good luck, take care and God Bless was the only words that we can say, you deserve it, keep up the good work.
The Marianas Association of Filipino Engineers and Architects and friends in the Multi-Sectoral Group of OFW’s would like to extend a warmest and sincere appreciation to Engineer Norberto “Bong” De Guzman an active OFW community member and a great leader. Good luck to your future endeavor in your chosen place to live and work after a decade of devoting your time and expertise in the island for a greener future away from home. Rest assured that your legacy in your professionalism in the field of engineering for the past decade here in this beautiful island of Saipan, Tinian and Rota will always be on our minds. Bong, you’ve said it before and I quote, “We remarkably did it when MAFEA stands TALL and PROUD for being part of the Filipino and Local community and because of that was given the prestigious Philippine President Award (Kaakbay Award 2000)” and now MAFEAns in the Northern Mariana Islands will surely stands behind your statement. Your accomplishment in taking care of MAFEA as a member, officer and adviser will always be with our heart and thoughts.
Bon Voyage to you Bong on your way back home to the Philippines and best wishes to your new chosen country to work and live. I behalf of MAFEA, the Multi-Sectoral Group, members, Bicol Association in the Northern Mariana Islands, we will always remember you as a good friend and outstanding community leader. Mabuhay ka kabayan!
God Bless and more power!
CARLITO J. MARQUEZ
Secretary, MAFEA
Puerto Rico, Saipan
