PrincessCabugnason3
"My Grandfather is a Tricycle Driver: Tricycle 2490" is a heartfelt bilingual poem collection written by Princess Cabugnason (Me) as a special tribute for her grandfather's 66th birthday on January 25, 2026. Blending English and Bisaya, the collection captures the rhythmic beauty of life on the road and the profound bond between a grandfather and his granddaughter. It is a work rooted in the real-world experience of Princess (Me) assisting her "Lolo" by collecting fares, turning their shared labor into a legacy of love and survival.
The opening poem, "Tricycle 2490," introduces the humble machine that served as their second home. Through a mix of English and Bisaya, it describes the "gahub" (noise) of the engine and the specific number that identified their livelihood to the community. This piece immortalizes the tricycle not just as a vehicle, but as a silent witness to their partnership, echoing the clink of coins and the shared glances between the driver's seat and the passenger side where Princess worked.
In "Pedals of Pride," the verses focus on the grandfather's physical and moral strength-his "kugihan" (industriousness) and "garbo" (pride). The poem highlights the dignity of his work, showing that even in the heat of the sun or the rain, he never faltered. It reflects on the lessons Princess (Me) learned while helping him, portraying the act of collecting money not as a chore, but as an early education in responsibility and family honor.
The final poem, "Wheels of Dedication," serves as a celebratory salute to his 66 years of life. It weaves together English reflections on his journey with Bisaya expressions of gratitude, such as "salamat sa tanan" (thank you for everything). The collection concludes by framing his decades of driving as a roadmap of success, proving that his "sakripisyo" (sacrifice) through Tricycle 2490 has successfully steered the family toward a brighter, more hopeful future.
Released Date: January 25, 2026