Important People
Twenty-one years of existence. Twenty-one years of
experience. I guess for 21 years, I’ve been through a lot. There were times I
felt like giving up, there were times I thought I wouldn’t be able to survive.
But what made it an easy journey for me? What made me go through? I have my
family, my friends and other important people in my life.
During
my bad moments, they were all there to sympathize with me, they were there to
cheer me up and to assure me that things are all going to be just fine. They
never left me hanging, they never left me struggling all by myself. And I have
never really told them how much I appreciate them in my life. I have never ever
told them how proud I am to have them. And knowing that I have them in my life
is reason enough for me to get through everything, reason enough for me to feel
so blessed, reason enough for me not to ask for anything more.
These are the people I am talking
about:
Dad and Mom. We may not be so endowed with
all the riches in the world, but having them as my parents makes me feel that I
am the richest person in the world. I know how hard they worked to bring us up
the best way they could. I know they try all the time to give us everything we
wanted. I am just so glad they are my parents. They taught me great things.
They embedded in me values worth much more than any other material things.
My
sisters: Lisa, Jing and Arlene. These girls are one my favorite persons in the world. They have
always been so understanding with my bratty ways. I thank them for the days
they reprimanded me to correct my wrongs. What they are now serves as an
inspiration for me to be better in all the things I do.
I
am just so contented with the kind of family I have. We may not be together physically
but we know we are still bonded spiritually and every moment we spend together
is really worth treasuring. I just love the way we are, the way we joke around,
the way we all laugh together.
Kathie. Kathie and I are really close
friends. College separated us for I had to go to Manila and she was left in
Dagupan. But that really never affected our friendship. We made ways to
communicate. We would write letters, phone each other once in a while just to
be able to keep up with each other. Most of the time we would go out, just the
two of us. But that is never really boring. We can get through just by
laughing. And there is never a gloomy moment with her.
Joyce.
I spend most
of my time with her in Manila. We eat out, that’s what we usually do and I
guess we’re both just so good at that. I know there are days I could’ve been so
harsh on her, but still she never turned her back on me. She just has a way of
tolerating and understanding my moods.
Angelo.
Well, I lost
him. He died a year ago. He’s the sweetest friend I have. He used to check on
me at night to make sure I’m doing fine. He never missed me out on gimiks, I
was always the first one he’d call. I was always the first one to hear his
stories. And our days wouldn’t be complete without us talking on the phone.
There’s always a nice conversation with him. There’s always something to talk
about. We share same interests and stuff that’s why we jived. I just miss this
guy so much.
Arthur. We got close in sophomore
high. We were group mates in our Music class and the group had to present a
dance. That’s when I realized he was so fun to be with. He listens attentively
and we usually share the same sentiments. He does favors pretty well.
Chet.
This guy I’ve
known since second grade. I remember helping him out one time with a girl and
he was just so serious about her. Although I don’t get to spend time with him
anymore, I still care a lot about him. He’s one friend I will always be there
for because I’m sure he will also be there for me.
Arma. She’s a very radical person
but I still like spending time with her inspite of that. We can talk about
everything from petty things to serious stuffs. There’s always something new I
can learn from her. We agree on almost about everything.
Boh.
Boh is the
big brother to everyone. When the group gets together, he never fails to tell
us how much he appreciates the kind of friendship we have. And that’s what I
like about him, he is never too scared letting us know how he really feels even
if that means we are just to make fun of him. He is one very sentimental guy.
Dar.
The funny
guy. He has this way of insulting us but still turns out to be funny. He may
not be as serious as Boh but I’m sure he has a good heart.
Tim.
We used to be
really close. College separated us and we drifted since then. The last time
I’ve heard is that he has changed a lot. I am still including him here because
how can I ever forget the way he used to make me laugh to the max.
Ron.
This guy I’ve
met in college. He’s fun to be with and he loves paying me surprise visits at
home, really unexpected visits. He’s never too scared to tell you the truth
even if it means it’s gonna hurt you. That’s why he’s my friend.
Nimrod.
The one I’ve
been with mostly on my bad days. We flunked together, we got kicked out at the
same time and now we’re still together in the same school. He’s really a nice
guy.
Renee. The only person I got along
so well in my new school inspite our differences. She just changed my
impression and made me realize that there are still smart asses left in our
school.
Lloyd.
He is the
greatest thing that ever happened to me. Although separated many miles apart,
he just have his way of making things seem so close. I know he will make things
fall into places and he will make things happen when we get to be together. I know
he’ll be the one I’ll love for all the days of my life.Ü
These
are the people I’m glad to meet. Some I got to keep but then some had to go as
well. I could’ve missed out on a few but they all made a difference in my life.
They all taught me lessons, lessons that molded me to be what I am now. They
are all a part of what I am and of what I will become. They all made me a
better person and that’s what I appreciate them for.
8 April 2003