'She's an amazing woman': Former Consul in Melbourne launches book My Mother Had Three Mothers and Eleven Children

Philippine Former Consul General in Melbourne Maria Lourdes Salcedo reflects on her life in retirement and the deep family history that inspired her to write her first book.

Key Points

• The book explores the complex life of her mother, who was raised by three different mother figures and went on to raise eleven children.
• Salcedo aimed to create a narrative that is both inspiring and educational, touching on themes of domestic violence and resilience.
• Beyond writing, she continues to pursue creative outlets such as art classes and parish work to maintain a balanced and productive retired life.

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'She's an amazing woman': Dating Consul sa Melbourne inilunsad ang aklat na My Mother Had Three Mothers and Eleven Children

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I wanted [the book] not only to be inspiring but also something that kapupulutan ng lesson... historical, political, cultural, personal. So it was all of the above.

Former PH Consul General Maria Lourdes Salcedo

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