The Dolphy Virtue

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Salamat Mang Dolphy.... :) 

Thank you for the gift of nostalgia. The fun and laughter in your memorable shows, and especially that distinct voice and the sound of your TV sitcoms which had made growing up in the 80s and 90s in a working class, university belt neighborhood in Manila such a fond and inimitable experience. 

Thank you, too, for your unique presence in the life of a hopeful nation. Your attempts at injecting a little cheer into Filipinos' stressful lives and gloomy days are truly well appreciated. 

And most of all, I thank you for the values and simple advices that I have personally noted not only from your TV sitcoms and movies, but also from your interviews and the life that you led. I take inspiration from these ten wisdom:

• Humility. 
• Focus on what you do best.
• Put your heart in your craft. 
• Give happiness to others. 
• Have a heart of gold.
• When the going gets tough, tell yourself 'This too shall pass'. 
• Have a sense of humour. 
• Love. 
• Laugh. 
• Smile.

May we always be reminded of the Dolphy virtue. The Dolphy spirit must live on.