We have visited many wakes, simply because I wanted them to know early on the idea of "death". Not to sound morbid but because hopefully I want them to face life seriously and to not waste it with wrong people and choices because we will not be here for long.
Am I one scared Mama? Yes. Until such time, that the idea of life's brevity will finally sink in on their consciousness, I will not even stop.
costume guide for all
I am surprised to know that another event was scheduled for October 7. And this includes Sush being in a role play as one of the ’Temple People’ on their Tribute To Mama Mary day.
They were given a guide on how to find their costume for the day.
Hermie, my friend, came to the rescue again, allowing us to borrow Zoie’s former costume when she was younger. I feel so blessed by this.
I was able to borrow my colleague’s scarf for Sush’s head covering, with hair pin. Humbling. I am grateful.
Sush joined her classmates with a dance presentation at the stage. After almost just two hours, it was over.
And there was no more class after their play. Yey!
M texted me that they met an accident on the way home. They fell on the grassy part of the road, at the town of Dagohoy.
She mentioned not driving fast but she was very sleepy and she kind of have closed her eyes a bit. I remember, M was on her night shift and she had not had even an hour of sleep before leaving. I learned my lesson. Next time, she should at least sleep even three hours before driving that far.
I was totally in panic but thankful that they were both safe. No bruises and wounds but Sush said her sides hurt. And a common practice in many provinces in the Philippines is to sought the service of a masseuse, for 'hilot'. This is not for the typical comfort to relax, but the kind to heal. Sometimes because of some dislocated muscles, joints or bones. Sometimes, because of fever.
I'm not sure of this, but I can also attest that during my childhood years, I have had my share of 'hilot' to recover from fever, or twisted arms.
Because Sush was complaining of her sides hurting, she was brought to the 'manghihilot' (masseuse).
Always thankful for Sush's safety.
It has been two years since Grandpa's passing. I thought it was just last year.
Just like how everything is done in a Filipino culture, children will go home to pay their respect.
M and Sush went. Nat stayed behind, simply because he likes to stay when I'm not going.
I told M to drive safely and to take care of my little lady ;)
They traveled to Trinidad with the motorbike. Travel time is like 2.5 hours to reach their place.
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Flooding is now happening in Tagbilaran too. It is quite a challenge, when fetching Sush after her class.
M wanted to do it herself but upon reaching the bridge before reaching the City, she decided she could not make it or Sush will have to go home soaking wet.
Well, I'm glad I went on ahead. I'm glad because I was able to talk to her teacher about a certain classmate who seemed to always bully her.
Was able to fetch Sush when the rain almost subsided and we went to Alturas Mall to buy lugaw (porridge), from Ma'am Joy's request. It is so yummy during rainy season ~
But she doesn't like it. So it was only me enjoying the food :)
And here she is now at the office, comfortable and dry ;)
This little one is happy today.
Her Term 1 Assessment is done! It has been two days for r all her eight subjects.
Four subjects for each day. The good thing is, there’s a free day in between to allow them to rest, recharge and study for the next batch of subjects.
Bravo DML!
We have been busy roaming around the past days that we forgot our goal to see the beach as much as we can. Yet, we live near one and so there should be no excuse ;)
So here we are at our favorite beach, a ten-minute walk from our house actually, LOL.
Aren't we so lucky?
This is meant for June, done on a September, : D
Sush is now shoving my hand away because she wanted to take another route going downstairs. She now knew options. It sting a little, knowing that my baby girl is not anymore baby and can now think for herself.
Am I dreading her new-found independence? Yes. Made me think of how many more years before she will eventually let go of my hand.
As Moms, this makes me happy and sad. I now feel a little of a Mom’s heart the moment they become empty nester. :(
