It’s been a
while since the last time I joined my classmates in Environmental Science. If I
am not mistaken, it is almost a year when I’d finish all my academic
requirements. Since then, I haven’t seen them in person though we have regular communication
on the phone or email. That is why when they texted me that they are planning
to have an overnight swimming party, I never hesitated to join. I really missed
their company. And this is my chance see them again after sometime.
As we plan, we never
allowed our excitement concedes the idea of not inviting others to join in our
simple reunion. We texted them as we decides on the venue and the possible
contribution on our little get together. Thereafter, we decided to go to Los
BaƱos, Laguna to rent a private hot spring pool. We chose this location because of its accessibility
since all of us are from Cavite. Plus, it is also familiar to some of my
classmates aside from the recommendation of our professor-Dr. Blesshe.
Before we went
to our venue, we first dropped by on Dr. Blesshe’s home where she delightfully welcomed
us. We rested for a while, ate our snack then headed for a short walk. I
learned so many different things as she toured us on her properties. She also
enlightened us on different floral species on her lot which she personally
tended and cultivated. I was so amaze on how she made it despite of her hectic
schedule.
When we fully
satisfy our curiosity, we then proceeded to the venue after buying some stuff
at the local grocery store. When we are on our way, honestly, I am anticipating
that it might not be as good as the other resort that I had been. But aye, this
is far better than them. The resort itself is enticing, aside from other
amenities. It has its own living room, full functional kitchen and very clean
and fully air-conditioned rooms. And best of all, it is located in a secluded
subdivision.
What I do also
like aside from the pool is that you could sing non-stop and be a diva of your
own, because, it has its own videoke machine which is also included in the
package.
But personally,
I would say that those are just an added attraction. It cannot beat a good food
and a good company. Dr. Blesshe is still gracious as ever. Plus the fact that
she never runs out of ideas and advises to share. Also, very supportive and
understanding professors just like my mom.
If we talk
about food, well Jean is the best. For sure your stomach will be filled with
delicious foods. Her expertise for local and foreign recipes is undeniably
good. Mikee and Joseph are my eating buddies. They loved to eat food as much as
I do. But guess what, I am still the thinnest. For Jhen, Mylene and Aileen, well
they are the three beautiful and kind Marias. They are always there to help in
any ways.
I really had a
fun night. We swam for the rest of the evening until we all feel tired. We
reminisce the time we first met and how our friendship has evolved. How we
share our blessings. How comfort each other especially when we feel down and
low. How we laugh out loud even in a simplest joke and how we never run out of
stories to share. Thus, I am looking forward for a new reunion. And another
moment that surely been treasured forever.