AGONY in MiSOGYNY

byKarylleJaneGama

When life becomes too much, a good massage is a great way to relax and reenergize. Mary Jane Moñez, a 52-year-old massage therapist, survives a day with her touch as a massage therapist, which provides relief from pain and aids the general wellness of clients.

Mrs. Moñez has been working in the field for 4 years. She’s been involved in many hand-working areas, namely, as a nail expert or manicurist, and finally became a masseuse; her current and longest job. Just like anybody, she works to support her family.

After grabbing the opportunity plastered on a placard, along with her husband as a tricycle driver, both have been able to cope and provide for their family with needs. Mrs. Monez earns an amount of ten thousand pesos each month.

With years in the field and smart budgeting, she was able to let her eldest daughter graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management. Her second and third children are college students at Xavier Ateneo de Cagayan.

Before reaching the path that gave her abundance, Mrs. Moñez together with her family, suffered on days when everything did not go to plan and lack of income that barely provided essentials. They’ve been in a household without electricity—only candles and themselves as one’s shoulder to lean on.

“Sometimes, I lose hope but I remember my family”, Mrs. Monez stated. A mother’s love is unrivaled, it drove her to seek hope for the family she created. It made her stand, and it became a way for her to reach a milestone.

She became one of the most in-demand masseuses by customers of Ragaa Thai Massage located in Divisoria. She was able to gain more