20 hours is too short to deeply know someone. But it does not take a genius for you to know that someone you barely know could hold a special place in your heart. Amiable love between two persons does not need to take years to develop, to grow, to deepen. A simple smile shared between two caring hearts is enough.
As our ship docked on the shores of Manila, our hearts felt heavy that the trip was already coming to an end. We do not know if we will see our dear friend again. For some reason, we were unable to exchange numbers. It seemed like someone tied our tongues, just content on looking at each other and shaking hands all the time as if to say, thank you very much!
Yes, he held a very special place in my heart. But sadly, that would be the very last time we will see each other again. Through common friends, I found out that he perished on board M/V Princess of the Stars back in 2008 due to Tyhpoon Frank.
From that day on forward, I knew that whenever I wander and wonder, his image will always pop-up somewhere. I see him every time I see a tall, handsome guy. I see him every time I see a guy wear a white cap. I see him every time I see a big white ship. I see him every time I see the sea. I see him every time I see the stars. I see him almost everywhere. His body was never found.
For my dear friend, you know wherever you are, I will always come looking for you. In every place I travel to remember that I am with you. No one may truly understand that special friendly bond we shared. But I now know where you are. But that is only for me to now.
That journey with him was the first and unfortunately, the last.
This post is my entry to the Pinoy Travel Bloggers’ Blog Carnival for July 2012 with the theme “The Journey That Made Us a Travel Blogger”. Edmar Gu-Quibb of Edmaration Etc hosts this edition of the blog carnival. Visit Estan Cabigas’ Langyaw to see the archive of Pinoy Travel Bloggers’ Blog Carnival!
ahh, this breaks my heart. say a prayer, it would help him heal. i, too, lost a friend from a tragedy. so i feel you. hugs, dear.
All things happen for a reason. But the thing is, sometimes you will not really know the reason…but there is still a reason.
Thank you Rain.
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very sad after reading this
Sometimes we need to get sad in order for us to understand the meaning of life.
🙁 aww
🙂 meow…
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Salamat Cris!
Nakakalungkot naman to . Grabe ka alam mo naman na napakababaw ko. =( Divert divert~
Ikaw na ang mababaw ang luha..Light story-telling pa nga lang yan1 😛
oh no this is so sad. But at least you have him in your memory..
Thanks for dropping by Violy…yeah…in memory he is always prsent…:-)
God's unique way of showing you that 20 hours with someone can live within you for a lifetime. Your post reminds me to treasure those who are dear to me. 🙂
And so I tell anyone I meet that if someone they love isn't with them, just be grateful to THE LORD that they are Alive. 🙂
Thanks Paula for this entry. It gives spice to this month's blog carnival.yeah, that isn't easy, but you are still lucky because you were able to stay with him for 20 hours than nothing at all. God has plans for everything, I know. I love this entry, it is my honor to compile everything 🙂 Cheers!
Thank you Edmar. It will never be easy. But definitely something is in store for all of us! 🙂
Nakakaiyak 🙁
I hate partings, I hate deaths. 🙁
But everything happens for a reason and im pretty sure hes happy wherever he is right now. <3
Who hates partings and not-so-happily-ever-afters…but in the end…just like what the song says…it's not how long we held each others hands….:-)
awww.. I hate LDR but I can endure it as long as I know he's still there. But yours.. uhm I really can't help but cry. Pwede ba kita mayakap pag nagkita tayo? =(
I'm sure he's watching you wherever you go. Isipin mo na lang. at least you had 20 hours together. Everything happens for a reason. Siguro sobrang bait niya. Ganun daw yun e. Kaya nga ayoko magpaka-bait. hihihi! God bless. Hope to meet you soon. Through Marx.
Thank you Kura! I definitely need a hug. :-)..Sure hope to see you soon too…and thank you for droppin' by.
God bless you too!
Thank you for sharing this very personal story, Paula. It is really touching to discover how our passions started. It shouldn't always be about making money (and it never was invented for that). What a sad but beautiful way to start. May you always be safe. Happy blogging!
Thank you Drew. Yeah, money is and should never be the reason for doing what we do right. It's because we love it. Have fun and safe travels too! 🙂
awww my hair on my arms stood up. but this is such a tearful piece… adieu to your good friend.
Hello Lakbay yeah it's a bit sad… but at least he is at peace…
No words, just a heavy heart.
Memories….
🙁 This was a heartbreaking story. Then again, it's also good to know that he left you with so many good memories.. even if those were only 20 hours…
Ah, this is one story I won't get tired of sharing over and over again. 🙂
This is heartbreaking 🙁
Got hooked in your site esp with your India post!
Thank you Joann! Feel free to come back every week for new posts. 🙂
Penge ngang tissue Pao! Hehehe! Kidding aside, I do really admire your sincere, honest and heartfelt writing. Nah! Sad but inspiring. Ito yung mga instances na applicable yung, say and do what you want 'coz you'll never know what is ahead of you! Cheers Pao!