08/10/2026
| Welcome to the US, EJ!
"FAITH THROUGH LOSS AND HOPE
I first applied for the PPUSA Aspire program in August 2022, full of dreams but unaware of how much this journey would test my strength. The waiting was long, but I kept going.
But life had other plans. In the middle of this journey, I lost my mother and my tito — two people who believed in me the most. Their passing broke me. There were nights I wanted to quit, thinking I couldn’t do this without them. Grief, NCLEX review, and PTE prep all at once… it was the hardest season of my life.
Still, I remembered my mom's words before she passed away: “Unso, ituloy mo pangarap mo kahit wala n ako.” Because of her love and sacrifices, I found the strength to keep going. My advisor, Ms. Joan/ Sir Steven also became my anchor. They are professional, patient, and incredibly kind. They didn’t just guide me through documents and deadlines — they listened when I was grieving and encouraged me to honor my mother and by finishing what I started.
After years of waiting, studying, and healing, I was finally deployed to Maine in June 2026. Looking back, I know every delay, every tear, and every exam had a purpose. This achievement isn’t just mine — it’s for my mother, lola and tito in heaven who are cheering me on. And specially to my father ,aunts, relatives and friends who supported me all the way.
To the entire Health Carousel team, thank you for your patience and compassion. You treated me like family during my lowest moments and never let me feel alone.
To everyone still waiting for their priority date ,interview and deployment — I see you. Grief and dreams can exist at the same time. Keep going, even with a heavy heart. Your loved ones want you to succeed. Keep the faith, trust God’s timing, and believe that your breakthrough is coming.
"And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him" -Romans 8:28"
The journey took patience, perseverance, and faith. Today, we celebrate the moment you finally made it. Congratulations EJ! 💙🇺🇸