Chapter Fifty-five [[Leaving for one native land]The days go by so fast for the wonderful couple, Danielle and David, who are eager to arrive in the Philippines after spending over 30 years in Krumbach, Bavaria.Danielle says, "I will be the happiest Filipino to visit my lovely nation and see my adored flesh and blood relatives, honey." Adding,” Thank you very much, honey.”As David quickly grabs her and says,” I am also happy to be back here, honey. I love your country because I love you.”Danielle insinuates, "I know, I know, not to mention the Filipina beauties who might possibly fascinate you.”“What a load of crap! I'm surprised to learn that you have flaws like that after 30 years of dating you,” David says.“Who knows, I may no longer be as attractive and young as I once was," Danielle said as David interjected.“Observe me! Am I not the same? I recently turned 70, how about you?”David enquires.Danielle says, "I am already 60 years ol
Chapter Fifty-six [Putting an end to all fears]After nearly 30 years away from the Philippines, Danielle hardly recognizes the students she meets on the bus as they return home that weekend. However, her relatives never forget her, and even though they were still very young at the time, they are very familiar with her. It is early April and the students are all returning from summer break.David is aware of the young people who grin and stare at them when they are on the bus traveling to Danielle's farmhouse. The young man and his companion wouldn't let them leave until they got off the tricycles and walked on foot to their farm.David says "Hello" as Danielle is occupied with all of their luggage. Since they didn't bring any imported products, Danielle has been wondering what makes her relatives happy.Danielle mutters, "If only I could have opportunities to purchase chocolates for the kids, I would be joyful seeing them happy. But right now, I don't have anything to give for the ki
Chapter Fifty-seven[Missing husband]David has been thinking about the atmosphere of the farms ever since he got married to Danielle 30 years ago. Now, he still enjoys the atmosphere even though his parents-in-law were no longer alive. Danielle and David woke up early that morning inside their bedroom of the crumbling ancestral home in the farmland of her deceased parents.David smiles brightly as he peers out the open window and feels the summer breeze cool his beard."Thank you Father God for allowing me to return and experience again the life which I ever dreamed before You take me home to your prepared place for me as a sinner who believes in having a second life after death because of my Faith in Jesus Christ my sole Lord," he prays. "This is the air I like to breathe after heavy, tough work that made me impotent. At long last, my sexual desires with my beautiful wife revive by the influence of the such refreshing atmosphere."Adding
Chapter One [ The graduation] The graduates are hard at work planning their graduation program and ceremony. Daniele is anticipating her valedictory address as the best among the graduates. Everyone is ecstatic. "At long last, our miseries are over; we'll no longer have to burn our brows and shed blood to review for a long difficult examination, and we'll have plenty of time relaxing and going to parties, camping, outings, and so on," Carla teases Daniele, who is reading and practicing her part for the graduation ceremony. " Can you please stop saying that my best friend? To do what you say is boring if we always are like that. We should be productive even during vacation." Daniele responds as they continue walking along the road going home that afternoon. The road is rocky and dusty but so beautiful to look at the green meadows on both sides of a long road. "Come on, I have no time for love right now beca
CHAPTER Two: [The community Life] Daniele began her community life as a member of an international religious order of sisters. To become a professing religious nun, she must go through several stages of training and formation. She initially feels like she's floating in the clouds because she has that sense of peace and tranquillity, free of all chaotic disturbances and troubles. Her family is unaware of her decisions. She is the sisters' favorite because of her good qualities and desire to become a nun. As the days, weeks, and months pass, she witnesses some old candidates imposing restrictions on new candidates that she alone created without the sister's knowledge. She understands the importance of appreciating each other's differences. But she can't be at ease because her group is being discriminated against because of her slower rate of catching up to rules and regulations, but she finds her members very humble to comply. After
Chapter Three [ The secret love] David and Daniele run into each other again on a sunny Sunday morning as she walks along the path to the parish church.There are no other churches open at that time of day. The Parish church in Daniele's hometown is open every Sunday morning. "Why are you up so early? Are you supposed to sleep longer because the weather here is fresh, cool, and a quiet place where no one ever bothers you?" David inquired. Daniele bursts out laughing. "You don't know me. I love going to church, whatever church it is as long as I can worship the Lord Father Almighty. I can kneel behind the tomato plants or under the big tree if there are no churches in one place. I'm so lucky, we have one like this here," Daniele says quickly. "I believe we share the same religious mindset. I was born into our universal church, but I prefer local churches where I can express and practice my faith, which I conside
Chapter Four [The Wedding] David and Daniele ask Daniele's parents for permission to go to the city for other wedding necessities. Although her mother was disgusted by Danielle's nasty attitude toward her suitors when she was younger, her parents trusted her. She appears to be quite attractive, but her actions irritate her mother, who prefers to see her dressed up and well-behaved in public. However, she is acting differently. "I just prefer to wear shabby t-shirts because they're comfortable, Mama," she cries. "But it doesn't fit you anymore because you've developed breasts and your nipple shows through your thin t-shirts," her mother moans. " Daniele's older sister interjected, displaying grumpiness. She was always a beautiful girl, but she was unconcerned about other people's feelings, especially her mother's, who seemed overprotective and embarrassed until she decided to become a doctor."You look different to
Chapter Five[The first night] The sun started to wane in the west giving way for the shadows of dusk to emerge in the atmosphere. The neon lamps turn on the street lights so that people see the surroundings without looking but to know that there’s a light in the blackness of the night. David and Daniele decided to apologize to Daniele’s Sister for an early night’s rest as it is their first night after marriage.”So, where do you plan to stay tonight? Ate Cely worries about an accident the newlywed pair might encounter outside as she turns to her husband, who is cleaning the table after dinner. "We know you are already fatigued and haven't had any rest since you left the Farm," she says. "Honey, is your father's room apartment still vacant? Ate Cely motions for Daniele to hold while she asks quickly. Ate Cely's husband moves away from the dirty dishes for a second and approaches her, whispering, "What's y