Sa Ilaw ng Pasko: Poems of Light, Longing and Love

Sa Ilaw ng Pasko: Poems of Light, Longing and Love

Sa Ilaw ng Pasko: Poems of Light, Longing and Love A Heartfelt Filipino Christmas Poetry Collection for the Soul What if the true light of Christmas is found not in perfection, but in the quiet strength of everyday lives? Sa Ilaw ng Pasko is a lyrical and deeply human collection of Christmas-themed poems written with tender wisdom, Filipino warmth, and Pixar-like emotional clarity. Thanjo weaves together the stories of families, workers, OFWs, single hearts, grieving souls, and hopeful dreamers—transforming ordinary December moments into luminous reflections of faith, love, and resilience. Whether you’re single, married, a parent, a child of two homes, or simply navigating another year with both scars and gratitude, this book offers a soft light to guide you home. ✨ Inside This Book, You Will Find Poems That… Illuminate the Filipino Christmas spirit From parols and Simbang Gabi to OFW longing and simple noche buenas, each poem captures the “diwa ng Pasko” in a way that feels both familiar and timeless. Comfort the tired soul These verses honor those who work through the night, stretch their paychecks, fight private battles, and still find a way to hope. Embrace both joy and grief Whether you’re celebrating with a full home or remembering someone who’s missing, these poems acknowledge every heart’s December story. Offer gentle wisdom and spiritual warmth Drawing from the compassion of Khalil Gibran and the intimacy of Filipino storytelling, each poem feels like a quiet prayer wrapped in light. ✨ Perfect For Readers Who Enjoy: Filipino poetry - Christian and inspirational reflections - Christmas and holiday-themed literature - Taglish and English emotional poetry - Books about family, faith, healing, and love - OFW stories and Filipino cultural themes 🌟 A Book for Every Filipino Heart This collection speaks to: Single adults finding meaning in quiet Decembers - Married couples building simple but sacred Christmas traditions - Parents and single parents stretching love across limits - OFWs loving from oceans away - Those carrying grief into the holiday season - Anyone yearning for peace, light, and a reminder of their own worth No matter who you are or what your year looked like, these poems meet you gently—right where you are. ✨ If Christmas Is a Journey, May These Pages Be Your Lantern. Sa Ilaw ng Pasko is more than a poetry book. It is a companion, a prayer, and a warm December embrace.