There are few things more heartbreaking than seeing a child living on the streets. Sadly, it’s more common than most people realize.
Photographer Maria Kabs noticed a little boy named Rommel Quemenales living on the streets of Quezon City in the Philippines and decided to take some photos of him to share on her Facebook page.
Rommel might have been homeless, but he had found a way to bring joy to his life. He had adopted a puppy that was also living on the streets.
Kabs was touched by their friendship and photographed them together.
Rommel didn’t have much to offer the puppy other than love. It turns out, that is all the puppy wanted.
Rommel and his canine friend are happy despite their living situation. Now, neither of them has to be lonely because they have each other.
Kabs published her photos on Facebook, and they got a lot of comments. Many people were touched by them.
Rommel’s story is far more heartbreaking than most people realize.
He told the photographer that his parents had separated, and he had to quit school after second grade. He also said that he had a sister in another town and sometimes get to visit her when he has the money.
He would like to go back to school and play with other kids his age. He explained that he found the puppy and named him Badgi.
Badgi is Rommel’s best friend, and they play together all day.
Rommel enjoys teaching Badgi different tricks and cuddling with him at night. Rommel might have been dealt a rough hand, but he has learned to care for others and be compassionate.
