Modern Heroes (Overseas Filipino Workers) Poem by Marvin Brato Sr

Often than not,
various native Filipinos
evacuees of their own land.
rarely can they live liberally,
streets become their abode.

every corner and under the bridges,
a family or more inhabit uncomfortably;
sickness and hunger control their dwell.

Filled with courage,
it drives most Filipinos
long for a better future.
indulge to uncertainties
putting their lives at stake;
in venturing to foreign lands.
not sure of the consequences
of what shall become of their fate.

Work has become their hope,
only resolution for their crisis;
reassuring their families of luck.
knights they become with fortitude,
every OFW puts everything at risk;
residing in foreign country to do work
seeking for greener pasture for the family.