A lot has changed since last year. Since Covid-19 changed our lives. I miss a lot of things, a lot of things that I normally do, and places that I normally visit.
Before the pandemic, I frequently visit Manila (I live in the South). Manila, was only 30 minutes away from Laguna in 2015, and became two hours of travel time by 2019. I miss that. I miss riding the bus and sleeping away the hours of travelling on the bus. I miss the traffic and the worry of not making it to my scheduled appointment. I haven't been to Manila since last year, due to lockdowns and fear of the virus. I have not been to Divisoria for more than a year now. I miss the place, the sweaty smell of haggling and jumping on a jeepney just to get a ride.
I miss going to the mall without any worries of picking up any virus that I bring home. I miss eating out with my family, going to the movies.
I miss attending church every Sunday with my daughter. I miss going to my Nathaniel after attending church and just playing a song for him. I miss having my daughter in my store. I can't take her anywhere now. She just stays at home. She's bored and misses her friends dearly.
These are the things that all of us took for granted. Memories that will just stay as memories. Even if I miss these things, I am still grateful that my family is safe. I thank God everyday for that.
I think the most important thing right now is being grateful for every single thing that we have, be it obstacle or a blessing. Have faith, and all of these shall pass.
