I stumbled upon this article on the Relampagos Clan Directory and Souvenir Book 2002. It's worth a read - a good testament to the greatness of our Inco Andres,
Andres Papeleras Relampagos (Died: May 11,1995)
While each of my uncles and aunts have left imprints in my memory that have helped in the shaping of my future, the memories from Inco Andres are the ones deeply rooted in my mind.
Inco Andres was the youngest of my uncles and our ages were not far apart. A bigger portion of my life's time was in close association with him, specially during my school days. For a while, I stayed with his family in a small rented house in the poblacion of Loon, Bohol. With me were two other cousins, Jesus and Bening and my sister Sencia. It was in this house that Inco Andres encourage us to study conscientously. He gave us incentives, in kind, when ever our names appeared in the class honor roll. He taught us the value of time. "Time is Gold" he kept on repeating to us. Every minute must be made productive. This was the challenge that inspired us to work even harder.
While in college, my having to take up Civil Engineering was Inco Andres' choice. My preference then was to take up commerce as I was more indulged in Trading. However, Inco Andres and my cousins Miguel and Jesus were already taking up Commerce. So Inco advised me to take up Civil Engineering instead. As a bright and upright man, one just can't resist and follow his advices. Thus, I have become an Engineer.
While very active and progressive in nature, Inco had also encountered obstacles in his desire to rise. As a career man in the government service, his growth was somewat stunted. He was no doubt honest, diligent and sincere in the service but he was not given due merit by his superiors. His obstacles became an eye-opener for me to reroute the path of my ventures in life. Thus, instead of seeking for employment, I ventured to enterpreneurship where I am now.
Two major decisions and a lot of minor ones in my life were influenced by Inco Andres. Without him, I could not imagine where I woukd be now. His influences does not end with me; for sure there are many of us, nephews and nieces, even grandchildren who owe what they are now to our beloved Inco Andres. May he rest in peace.
By: Engr. Pablo Relampagos Sr.
Andres Papeleras Relampagos (Died: May 11,1995)
While each of my uncles and aunts have left imprints in my memory that have helped in the shaping of my future, the memories from Inco Andres are the ones deeply rooted in my mind.
Inco Andres was the youngest of my uncles and our ages were not far apart. A bigger portion of my life's time was in close association with him, specially during my school days. For a while, I stayed with his family in a small rented house in the poblacion of Loon, Bohol. With me were two other cousins, Jesus and Bening and my sister Sencia. It was in this house that Inco Andres encourage us to study conscientously. He gave us incentives, in kind, when ever our names appeared in the class honor roll. He taught us the value of time. "Time is Gold" he kept on repeating to us. Every minute must be made productive. This was the challenge that inspired us to work even harder.
While in college, my having to take up Civil Engineering was Inco Andres' choice. My preference then was to take up commerce as I was more indulged in Trading. However, Inco Andres and my cousins Miguel and Jesus were already taking up Commerce. So Inco advised me to take up Civil Engineering instead. As a bright and upright man, one just can't resist and follow his advices. Thus, I have become an Engineer.
While very active and progressive in nature, Inco had also encountered obstacles in his desire to rise. As a career man in the government service, his growth was somewat stunted. He was no doubt honest, diligent and sincere in the service but he was not given due merit by his superiors. His obstacles became an eye-opener for me to reroute the path of my ventures in life. Thus, instead of seeking for employment, I ventured to enterpreneurship where I am now.
Two major decisions and a lot of minor ones in my life were influenced by Inco Andres. Without him, I could not imagine where I woukd be now. His influences does not end with me; for sure there are many of us, nephews and nieces, even grandchildren who owe what they are now to our beloved Inco Andres. May he rest in peace.
By: Engr. Pablo Relampagos Sr.
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