I write this as we wait for the visitors to arrive for the reception we are giving on Independence Day.
It has been raining since yesterday and this kept the people from attending the Independence Day Ceremonies although there was an overflow crowd in the grandstand shielding themselves from the rain.
I delivered a completely Filipino speech. The theme of the celebration was “Pananalig sa Sarili” or “Faith in Ourselves.”
No military participation except for a guard of honor from the Phil. Military Academy. I trooped the line in the rain to the applause of the crowd.
The government participation was one of the biggest in many years. And the floats were lovely.
I gave away the Cultural Heritage Awards at 4:00 PM.
Reception at 6:00 PM.
Suddenly ex-Pres. [Carlos] Garcia is energetic and confident. What success can do to a man.
No Official Gazette entry for this day.