Right now, I am two thousand miles away from home and my loved ones. I managed to squeeze in a short getaway to the beautiful country I have missed so much. It was quite an impromptu plan to travel and even though I’m on a tight budget, I knew I just needed an escape from the bustling city to somewhere far I know which I’ve never been- Perth, Australia.
Currently writing in my hotel room located at Piers street. My internet prepaid has already run out, but I’ve paid a few more dollars to use it longer. Today, I have discovered my corneal ulcer is back. I am indeed suffering a stinging pain in my left eye once again (which is very red now) and will be in this condition for the next few days since I didn’t bring my medication. Nonetheless, that is not going to stop me from being happy! I’m so blessed to be here, and if God were to take away my sight tomorrow, I am still going to be okay and thankful that it didn’t happen to anybody else who would not handle it well. He has the right to do anything to me. I am strong and I can be stronger. Have faith.
As I drew the curtains to open the window, I noticed how tranquil the streets are compared to the hustle and bustle of busy Singapore. After having a short walk alone outside, I came to realize it’s no different than Brisbane or Gold Coast which I have visited a couple of years ago. It's just quieter, so quiet, a quiet that almost makes the cold moot, reminds me why I love Australia so much. I don’t miss home, really. Despite my parents, I only miss someone who has been constantly on my mind even before I left. However, I don’t wish to go back if I had a choice. It's just not my time yet to permanently leave the place I called ‘home’.
It’s half past midnight. I’m snugging under my warm blanket getting ready to go to sleep. I already placed the denim long sleeves next to me in case I need an extra warmth. As the smell lingers on my queen sized bed, I wish someone was here with me right now to spend the rest of the night with. xx
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