This is it! I'm making my biggest move so far. And I know you all understand why I'm doing this. I'm happy and sad at the same time. Happy, because little by little I know that Noy and I would have a "normal" life. Sad, because in doing so I'll have to stop working with you. It's been a great year for me. I had highs and lows and I'm thankful that you all get to be part of these important life events of mine.
Let me give the first credit to one person who made this possible. Funny how some seemingly unfavorable life circumstances could lead to fruitful ones. Dra OCHIE, there was a reason you had to leave so I can take over. I believe that God works in wonderfully different ways that we could only sigh in thankful disbelief when we finally realize all that trouble was worth it. Thank you for the insane rides home; I enjoy every minute chit-chatting with you, and I'm glad you get to join us every now and then. I wish Perfect Guy would come swoon you off your feet soon; that would make me really happy.
To my long lost cousin ANGIE, thank you for always letting me get a ride first before getting on your own jeepney home. It's a simple everyday gesture that I truly appreciate. I guess it's second nature of a LACHICA to be considerate of others, and somehow I see myself in you in all your selfless cares, toxicities, worries and troubles - some painfully unnecessary. But I know that you are strong deep inside no matter how vulnerable you may seem. I just wish that you finally get what you have always wanted. You deserve it. Please don't forget to send me an invite to your wedding. In fact, it would be a pleasure to help you out with the preps. *wink*
IANNE, you are the life of our own little party. Your enthusiastic funny nature always perks up my mornings. Ginawa yata kitang kape - hahaha! You may not be aware of it until now, but yes you do wanna make me get up and go sometimes when work sometimes gets a little boring. And I wanna thank you for that. I wish we'd have more time exploring the wonders of LB. I know that you are in an uncool situation right now, but have faith. Everything works out for the best, as long as we see what God deems as the best for us. If you get pregnant soon, we'll pray that darling Yael will have a baby sister :)
My dear dear NISA, I know these words won't be needed, because I know that you already know. I'm not sure if this will ever happen, but if Chris & Noy would finally get the chance to sit and talk, we both know they're going to get goosebumps from realizing that they have so much in common. That's our little secret that I'm too perky to keep as such. How can I ever thank you for pampering me all this time? Wasn't little Lianne ever threatened? Ayan tuloy natatakot ako mag-start sa pgh kasi feeling ko wala talaga akong alam. Haha! Seriously though I would never have gone through work without your guidance and patience. So thank you. For this and for everything else. You already know what.
And to the one who started this all - LIZBETH - I still remember how I almost ditched that one text saying you needed a new doctor. I was from duty then, really sleepy and was finding it hard to comprehend anything important. Thank you for remembering me - it could have been anyone. I'm still in awe trying to put together what we've talked about on the way to ATC the other day. I can only nod in approval and be amazed. We are truly blessed. I am blessed. To have met you, known you better and worked with you.
Could you please tell our bosses, Doc Kat and Doc Saldy that since I can't make them ninang & ninong at my wedding, they be my life heroes na lang? Dra Kat, for her unrelenting spiritual advice and Doc Saldy, for his unwaivering belief in me. I've never felt much support in my present endeavor. And for that I am forever grateful.
I'll never eat tulingan, tortillos, sweet corn, banana & camote cue, pizza hut's italian pizzas, chowking fried rice and smokey's hotdogs, or drink tequila the same way again.
I'll never shop at an ukay-ukay the same way again. I'll never stroll through a Waltermart (if I ever would) the same way again.
I'd simply be transported back to the time when I was surrounded by people who truly cared.
When I look at a Clomiphene tablet, chances are I'd remember Ate Joy. Please tell her I thanked her publicly for the literally lots of support!
I love you girls. When this finally pays off, please be at my baby's christening rites. Let's have tequila, tortillos and a big Conti's Mango Bravo after the party.
xoxo
ANNE
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