Third Person POV...As the sun descended below the horizon at Montemayor's Manor, a palpable sense of excitement and nostalgia filled the air. Today, Senior Manolo invited his whole family to gather in his manor. "It's time to rest now, I did my part to make them settle." Senior Montemayor mumbled as everyone slowly arrived one after another. Laughter and chatter filled the living room and hallway of the house as his family members started to make this day worth it. While his children and children-in-laws enjoying this sudden reunion their children filled the hallways of the house, garden, and pool with waves of laughter vibrating around the manor. The aroma of homemade dishes wafted from the kitchen, filling their nostrils. Antonia reminded me of the days when her mother cooked her favorite food before going to school and when she invited her boyfriend to come over."Aunt Rhea, did you meet grandma?" Enrico asked."A few times and she was a great mom." She responded making Antonia

After 5 Years... Everything was going fine with the Soledad, Estacio, and Mendoza family. The fleeting instances were over and they all started a remarkable memorable and adventurous life. A lot of things happened in five years. In the span of five years, their lives had been woven together by a tapestry of both joyous and sorrowful events, each leaving an indelible mark on the fabric of their shared journey. From the elation of celebrating career milestones and personal achievements to the heartache of bidding farewell to loved ones and weathering unforeseen challenges, they had learned to dance amidst the unpredictable rhythm of life.Through it all, their bond had grown stronger, fortified by the warmth of shared laughter and the solace found in each other's embrace during the darkest of days. With every ebb and flow, they had come to understand that it was their unwavering support and enduring love that served as the anchor, guiding them through the tumultuous seas of fate and of

In the tapestry of life, each thread weaves a unique story, and every individual, including him, is no exception. Amidst the diverse fabric of human experiences, there are moments when one's life appears to unfold like a symphony of bliss, surprising everyone with its resplendent hues and the harmonious melody of contentment and joy. Mike for the long run was quiet and kept his private life not a secret but as much as possible not to draw any attention. Enough that the Soledad, Mendoza, and Estacio's family caught the eyes of the hungry gossipers but nothing will always be hidden. His story, adorned with unexpected twists and turns, reflects the inherent capacity of the human spirit to find solace and happiness in the most unforeseen of circumstances. His journey, marked by resilience and perseverance, serves as a testament to the triumph of the human spirit and the unwavering pursuit of a life imbued with purpose and fulfillment."Babe, you should have told me you are coming." Mike

Happiness has its own form. I thought, there's no God when I'm constantly struggling to fill in the void in my life. It was painfully miserable that I hid it from everyone. Meeting friends and attending parties to create a new set of friends. The smile I put on my face was a facade to cheat on myself I wasn't broken. I manage to show off but deep inside me, it's tumultuous.Alone in the depths of his struggle, he battled through each day with an unwavering determination that belied the weight of his burdens. Every step forward felt like an uphill climb, and every obstacle seemed insurmountable. In the silence of his solitude, he grappled with his fears and doubts, yearning for even the faintest glimmer of hope to guide him through the darkness.Yet, amidst the overwhelming solitude, he found a quiet strength, a resilience that whispered of his unyielding spirit and his capacity to weather the storm, even when the world seemed to be against him.He struggled quietly, grappling with t