Friday, November 30, 2007

Who is Leonila?



Born of a very poor family with eight brothers and sisters.

Married to fine artist/director Victor Oteyza

Studied at Far Eastern University while working to feed her three children; Maurese, Julian and Omar.

Fullbright scholar

Worked at Philprom and eventually at US AID which enabled her to migrate to the US

Worked at the World Bank which enabled her to bring her whole family over.

Worked very hard to send all her children and grand children through college and bought them homes.

More exciting info about this inspired lady to come.....Please feel free to send your stories to Julian at joteyza@verizon.com

Miss Philippines



great photos from the past