My marriage is a bed of roses. Not just fragrant rose red petals, but also the thorns. But, what I count on is my husband’s principled character. I have always counted on that in the 41 years we have been together, and in 40 days, our 42 years. It is a marriage with several common purposes: serve the people; help restore democracy and human rights in countries like the Philippines and Latin America; camping in county, state and national parks; helping with medical missions; babysitting our precocious, empowered and imaginative 5 yo granddaughter; tandem biking in beach trails and camping with our children; walking trails with family; baking breads and fruitcakes during the holidays for family and friends; celebrating all our anniversaries even if fighting and not talking one year; and during this pandemic, writing essays for Asian Journal, as our commonalities.
I also rely on my heart, forgiveness, my Catholic faith, the Holy Spirit, Mama Mary and St. Rita, to weather the storms and darkness.Going towards the light and staying there with the help of priests/friends and spirit-conscious friends are my lifelines in close to 42 years or 4 decades.I would like to say thank you to you all as without you, as my lifelines, I am not as happy as I am now, during this pandemic 2020. Salamat po sa inyong lahat!!
Last year #hubby surprised me yesterday and joined me for #breakfast in the #farmersmarket. His timing was impeccable-had just purchased my #produce and just ordered my food. Then, as I look up, I said, “Hey, what a surprise or some happy greeting.” What a lovely day to enjoy the group who was extra happy too in singing. Lovely to see you @enriquedlz
