SUNDAY: A DREAM DAY OF ELLIE.
As I woke up every day, I see my future in my dreams. A dream that I badly wanted to be. I don't want to wake up. I want to stay in my dreams, like witnessing them come true.
*I heard someone's footsteps entering my room*
"Ell wakes up! It's already eight- o'clock in the morning. Go to the bathroom, take a bath because we are going to church." Then, she pinched my cheeks and chuckled.
"Why you always waking me up like that?" I replied with eyes closed and a sweet voice.
She's here again. Sammy always wakes me up in the morning for our breakfast. She's my sister, the one who stops me from dreaming and as well as my alarm clock every day. Do you also have a sister like her? I hope you don't. Hahaha! I'm just kidding.
By the way, I am Ellie Gil, 21 years old. I studied at S.F University. I am currently living here in our hometown. I am just a simple human being and dreaming big.
When I go out of my room, I see my mother sitting on our sofa while drinking a cup of coffee.
"Hey, mom. Good morning."
" Hi my dear princess, how's your sleep?"
I smiled at her because it was a long story to tell. I eat my breakfast at this moment and then suddenly, I heard the news on the radio. I was shocked when I listened to those.
"There are a hundred of hundreds of people affected the virus in the country."
"This virus spreads very quickly."
"What happened to those people who lost their jobs because of this pandemic?"
"There are many people who are sacrificing in this situation."
"There are thousands of people who died because of this."
"How can we prevent this virus?"
"How about the education of our children?"
I was out of words at that time. I didn't have anything to say. I'm so down after listening to all of those. There is a question that pops up on my mind.
"How can I pursue my education in this kind of situation?"
"Am I ready to face this kind of challenge?"
In this year, twenty-twenty is my year full of disappointments, sadness, worries, hopelessness, and many to mention. Lockdown is implementing in all places, and the class will be starting soon, but it is online. I felt mixed emotions that I cannot explain what it is. I went to my mom's room with a smiling face, yet sad too.
"Ell, did you heard the news?" She asked.
"Yes, mom," I answered. My voice sounds unhappy and disappointed.
"It's okay, Ellie, we just hope that this pandemic will vanish soon," she said positively with a smile on her face. My mom encourages me in any way. She loves me that much. Mommy knows me better what's the inside feeling I felt.
"How can I pursue my education despite this pandemic?" I asked them. My tears almost fall. I was scared of what will happen to my studies.
"Don't worry Ellie, we are here to support you no matter what happens," dad answered. Then he hugged me tightly.
THE LONG WAIT IS OVER.
"The classes will start this Monday," announced our professor.
"Guys, are you ready for our online class?" asked Mary.
"No, Mary, my internet connection here is not stable. How about you, Ellie?" Thalia replied with a sad emoticon.
"Hays, I don't think so," I answered.
Mary Parker and Thalia Rivera are my best friends since we were in High School. We always have imagined our future. The three of us are kind of best friends that prioritize our goals in life, even in a difficult situation.
*TING*
The messenger notification bell rang. So, I opened my messenger and read all the chats coming from some professors.
"Good morning, everyone. I have just posted your assignment in Google Classroom. God bless."
"We have an online meet-up today. Please use this code: day-5cu-way during our schedule."
"Hello everyone, I have posted a new material in Google Classroom. Please visit and read the material for the coverage in your preliminary examination this coming Friday. Thank you, and God bless."
Yeah, it's the first day of an online class, but it feels like finals.There are lots of activities in almost all subjects. It pressures me, though. However, these are my expectations since it's not like what we used to.
"Ellie, drink your milk first before you attend your online meet-up," mom's voice was a little bit mad.
"Yes, mom, but I have to finish this. We have an activity to answer and pass it directly," I answered in a hurried tone.
"Okay, Ellie, but promise me after that you drink your milk," mom said.
"There is no bad to study hard for your dreams, but health is important, too," she added.
"Guys, are you done with the activity? Gosh! I cannot open my Google Classroom account. What should I do now?" I chatted with Mary and Thalia on messenger.
*Ting! Ting! Ting!*
"Not yet, Ell. I have lost my internet connection lately," Mary's replied.
"Guys, my load has been expired," Thalia replied with a crying emoticon.
"Mom? Our internet connection is lost! How can I submit my activity? Oh, my goodness! Huhuhu." I feel nervous, but I need to be positive.
"Ellie, don't panic and just be patient," mom uttered.
As my mother said, I am patiently waiting for the connection to become stable. A few minutes later, I submitted my activities in Google Classroom, Mary and Thalia too.
Individuals have dreams in life. We have to practice positive thoughts and mindsets. It brings us to light and hope to reach our dreams and achieve our goals in life. We should not focus on negativities. Being positive will surely give us the strength to survive and overcome these challenges.
I realized how advantageous to study at home with our parents. They are the ones who motivate us. They are always there to encourage us. They also care about our health. The feeling of being loved by our parents while we're studying at home touches my heart. They gave their full support. I adored them so much.
In our situation today, we don't have to be panic but to be patient. We cannot force things to be better. Our patience is a virtue.
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Thank you for reading guys! May God bless you all.
DON'T PANIC! BE PATIENT.
10-31-2020
- Erica
