President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., Vice President Sara Duterte, and Speaker Ferdinand Martin G. Romualdez led the nation in paying tribute to Filipino mothers on Sunday, honoring their strength, love, and vital role in both the family and society.
“Mothers are the quiet strength behind every family. They care, nurture, guide, and give of themselves without asking for anything in return. Their love knows no bounds — and neither does their sacrifice,” President Marcos said in a heartfelt Facebook post.
The President shared a Mother’s Day art card featuring photos of his mother, former First Lady Imelda Marcos; his wife, First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos; and younger sister Irene Marcos-Araneta. Notably absent was his elder sister, Senator Imee Marcos, who has distanced herself politically from the President and aligned with Vice President Duterte.
“This Mother’s Day, I wholeheartedly recognize and thank all those who serve as the light of the family. Thank you for your unmatched love and care,” the President added.
Vice President Duterte, in a separate video message, extended her gratitude to all mothers and mother figures for their enduring strength, resilience, and boundless love.
“In every day that you spend nurturing, supporting, and guiding your children and loved ones, you showcase the kind of love that is honest, pure, and incomparable,” she said. “As children and as mothers who continue to learn, our reward to you is our love, respect, and the will to live with dignity, care, and integrity for others and for the country.”
House Speaker Romualdez also issued a tribute, describing mothers as the “heart of every Filipino home” and the “silent architects of the nation’s future.”
“Today, we celebrate our mothers, who love without conditions, lead without recognition, and uplift others even when weary,” Romualdez said. “Across the country and worldwide, mothers serve as our first teachers, tireless providers, and unwavering sources of courage in times of uncertainty.”
He reflected on the lasting influence of his own mother, Juliette G. Romualdez, and praised his wife, Tingog party-list Representative Yedda Romualdez, as a devoted mother and public servant.
“I am forever guided by the example of my mother, Mama Juliette, whose grace, wisdom, and resilience have shaped my values,” he said. “I also draw strength from my wife, Yedda—whose care for our children and steadfast service to the Filipino people reflect the very best of what leadership truly means: selfless, strong, and visionary.”
Romualdez emphasized the importance of recognizing the sacrifices of all Filipino mothers—whether at home, working abroad, or facing life’s toughest challenges—and highlighted their crucial role in nation-building.
“Bagong Pilipinas under President Marcos is our promise to build a country that honors mothers not just with words but with real action. We will ensure their sacrifices are recognized and rewarded through better laws, stronger protections, and a more compassionate government,” he said.
Editor’s Note: This is an updated article. Originally posted with the headline: “PBBM hails mothers as quiet strength behind every Filipino family”