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A journalist from Australia writes to Cecille after reading her article, A Negros Nine Baby, and remembers his time here in the Philippines covering the Negros Nine trial back in the 80s.
Dear Cecille,
I enjoyed reading your story of a 'Negros Nine Baby' on the web.
I was working at the time of the Negros Nine trial for 'The Catholic Leader' in Brisbane. I took some leave and freelanced for six weeks to cover the trial and visit other parts of the Philippines.
During part of that time, I stayed in Fr Brian Gore's presbytery and some parishioners took me on extensive tours around the mountainous areas of the parish and to meet other people to learn more about the case.
I also visited the Negros Nine in jail several times and went with parishioners on one occasion. A whole busload went down and a big meal was cooked in the cell and it was a source of joy and festivity, despite the circumstances.
I have very vivid memories of that time.
I was very inspired by the Negros Nine and everyone I met and the Philippines overall.
May Mary continue to bless all those still associated with the Negros Nine and all the Philippines.
