Rain or Shine Elasto Painter Felix Pangilinan-Lemetti celebrates his mom, Ednalyn, on Mother's Day.
When we are with our loved ones, even the simplest moments can be the most special.
In the case of Rain or Shine Elasto Painter Felix Pangilinan-Lemetti, it's about spending time with his mom — even just in front of the television, where they could tell stories or simply watch in silence.
Now that he is a grown-up, he appreciates all the time he can be with his mother, who is based in Sweden.
Learn more about Pangilinan-Lemetti's relationship with his mom in his chat with One Sports.
One Sports: What’s your mom’s name? How old is she?
Felix Pangilinan-Lemetti: My mother is Ednalyn Pangilinan-Lemetti. She's 52.
OS: Are you close to your mom? Please describe your relationship.
Pangilinan-Lemetti: It's great. We talk every day. She misses me, of course. She's in Sweden, so I miss her always. She came out here during the first conference, and it was great to have her here. Hopefully, she can come back soon.
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OS: What are your favorite bonding moments with your mom?
Pangilinan-Lemetti: I would say just spending time now that I'm a grown-up. Just having a night in front of the TV where we're just talking. It could be just us sitting there. It's just those times where we really appreciate time and everything.
OS: What are your favorite memories of her so far?
Pangilinan-Lemetti: There's so many, it's hard to say. I guess it was really cool to have her here to see me play in the Philippines where she grew up. So that's a memory that's high up there.
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OS: Give a message for your mom by filling in the blanks.
Thank you, Mom, for ______.
Pangilinan-Lemetti: Thank you, Mom, for everything. I wouldn't be where I am today without you. Hopefully, many more healthy years for you.
OS: Sorry, Mom, for ______.
Pangilinan-Lemetti: Sorry, Mom, for not always doing the dishes after I finish eating. But I've gotten way better at that.
OS: I love you, Mom, because ______.
Lemetti: I love you, Mom, because you do everything for us. You sacrifice so much for us, and your work doesn't go unnoticed.