Naked Series 1
A healthy relationship doesn't just revolve around butterflies and kiligs, a healthy relationship is something that helps you both grow together. But not every relationship comes to a happy ending, some just end there, and some find t...
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When you are thirsty, all you have to do is to drink something. But how will you ease the thirst of someone who's thirsty for love? Is it even possible?
In this world full of people who are constantly thirsty for something, be it money, power, affection, or love. Will I ever be able to quench the thirst that has long been resting inside me?
I swung my feet back and forth as I write the last few words of my bleeding thoughts on a piece of paper. I gave off a heavy sigh and buried my face on my pillow. Dusk is already approaching yet I still haven't slept a wink since last night.
Bumuntong hininga pa akong muli at sandaling sumilip sa bintana. Why is it so hard to sleep? Minsan naka-aasar na rin dahil kahit gaano ako kapagod ay nananatiling dilat ang diwa ko sa gabi. I wonder if the sleep fairy is mad at me or something.
I was so lost in my thoughts when I heard a few knocks followed by Mama's soft voice. "Amyrtelle? Anak, I'm coming in."
I closed my journal and capped back my pen as I await my Mom's entrance.
"You're awake already?" gulat na bungad niya nang makapasok.
I was wide awake the whole night, Mama.
"Kagigising ko lang po," nakangiting sagot ko.
Dumiretso siya sa bintana at inilihis ang kurtina para pumasok ang sinag ng araw sa kuwarto ko. Matapos niyang ayusin ang kurtina ay naupo siya sa kama at magaang dinampian ng halik ang noo ko.
"You look pale, anak. Is something wrong?" malambing na tanong niya.
Agad akong umiling at parang batang yumakap sa kaniya. "I'm fine, Ma. Baka pagod lang po dahil sa heavy workload."
She gently caressed my back while affectionately hugging me. "Don't push yourself too hard."
I closed my eyes and savored the warmth of her touch. Nothing can really calm my unruly thoughts and longing heart other than Mama's embrace.
"I'll give you some alone time, take a breather then come down when you're ready for breakfast," marahan ang boses na sabi niya nang kumalas siya sa pagkakayakap sa'kin.
"I love you, dear," she said warmly before tapping my cheek and finally leaving my room.
A few minutes already passed by since she left but my eyes remained glued to my door. The image of her smiles lingered in the back of my head. No matter how hard she tries to coax me with those sweet smiles, I know and I can feel the deep sadness that she's long been trying to conceal.
I shrugged off my unnecessary thoughts and lazily stood up to prepare for a long and busy day. I eventually went down after doing my routine. Mama was busy washing something on the sink that she didn't notice me entering the kitchen.
