> * Do the right thing even when nobody knows you are doing the right thing. ---- Oprah Winfrey. * **** ------- Mira ------- The ache in my heart grew as the memories swirled in my head and soon my eyes welled up with hot tears. The memories were just so many. Movie nights, book hauls, going hiking, picnics, beach parties, etc. Jose was a big part of my pre teen and teenage years, he holds a big part of my life and memories. He was my backbone, my confidant, my best friend. He was everything I could ever dream of. My life started making sense when I met Jose. And now? Breaking up hurts. And it especially sucks when you are required to let go of someone you love and care about so much. Someone who'd always been there for you. Someone who had filled up those empty spaces of your heart. Someone you've always believed you'll be together forever. It hurts so much that nothing could be compared to it. Why does life have to be so cruel to me? Why do I always
> * For every action there is an equal and opposite reaction. This law is so true in our life's. — Oprah Winfrey * **** ------ Mira ----- Monday. I resume back to school today and if one thing, it's not been something I've been looking forward to. I love school, yeah. But it's a different thing when I have to resume back to school after a long week suspension, especially when my Best friend or should I say, ex?was suspended for two weeks, meaning? I'll have to face the entire school on my own for the next one week. The truth is, I'd never get used to this, any of this and I admit, the mere thought of it sucks. I know I'm not meant to feel guilty since I'm practically innocent, but knowing how much Jose loves school and now is forced to stay absent from it for two whole weeks makes me feel guilty. It would have been easier for me to prove my innocence if the situation had been different, and by different I mean, if Jose had trusted me more. But there's definitely
> * To be an anomaly, you have to act like one. * **** * Happy 20 chapters, guys! * ------ Mira. ------- Detention was definitely not something loved by a lot of people, me included. The thought of being locked in a room alone frightens me a whole lot. It would have been better if I was in my room all day, than in a school library which feels kind of creepy being left alone in it. The library was very big, big enough to accommodate two hundred readers comfortably. It had ten long rows of shelves in total filled with different books ranging from Historical fiction to fantasy romance and academic books. I'd always loved it, yeah, as the peace and quietness fits my spirit a lot but I definitely do not like it alone here. “ You know one thing we have in common, Miranda? ” Jose's voice rang in my head again as memories of our times together in this library flashed through my mind. “ What? ” “ You love books as much as I do. ” Indeed, I still haven't been able to
> * You are the creator of your own destiny. * **** ----- Mira. ------ Friday, It's the final day of my detention and I couldn't be happier, seeing how much I have achieved. I've been able to not only cover lots of topics in my core subjects, but I've also been able to get several decent night's sleep. I couldn't evade the sadness that befell me whenever I thought of how much I'd missed for being absent from classes for almost two weeks, but on a second note. I couldn't actually do anything to change that, can I? With that in mind I packed my belongings and headed outside the library. I'd just stepped out when the guard approached me with a smile. “ You are really a strong girl and I'm super proud of how hardworking and disciplined you are. Keep working on it, girl. The sky is your starting point. ” I'd just started to say, “ Thank you. ” when he simply patted my shoulders and disappeared. I had a thousand and one thoughts going through my head as I walked along the sc
>* It's the passion inside you that keeps you going. *------- Joseph. --------Saturday,Though it's still very early, I'd started making preparations for my girlfriend's arrival, later today. I'd been super ecstatic when she mentioned that she'd love to pay me a visit, it was something I was expecting given how private and closed she was. And sometimes her actions made me wonder if what she felt for me was as deep as my feelings for her, but her words proved so, didn't it?It still feels surreal that the one and only Queen Bee of our prestigious highschool is my girlfriend, it's like a dream come true and I'd I'll never cease being grateful to have her in my life. If one thing, I wish I always find reasons to be grateful and always remain happy and ecstatic. I changed into matching, Jumper and pants after taking a shower. They were both blue, which was Vera's favorite color. I'd intentional picked that color to surprise her. I just hope she notices though and everything go
> * Courage is the ability to go from failure to failure without losing enthusiasm. * **** ------ Mira. ------ Though I'd been missing Jose a whole lot, I definitely wasn't expecting to see him at the restaurant earlier. It honestly took a lot of self control and maturity to actually act professional around him, given how close and playful we once were. Just when I thought it was all over, I had to slip! Gosh! I'm glad he caught me just in time, before I could embarrass myself in front of the other customers. His fast reflexes saved the day and am super grateful for that. I headed back to the orphanage as soon as my shift ended three hours later. I'm glad I had a short shift today as I was becoming too exhausted to stand. I took a quick shower after getting back to my room and changed into my pink pajamas, which were my favorite given how comfy they were. I grabbed my cell from the nightstand and turned it on. I logged into my social media account as soon as i
>* As long as you have air in your lungs, you still have the opportunity to live out your dreams. *****------ Mira. -------Monday,As I freshened up I thought of how special today was, not only because I will finally be resuming back to school today, but also because Jose will be resuming too.I couldn't help but wonder how the day would turn out. Especially when it's been a while since I've actually seen him. We met on Saturday, but that still doesn't count given how close we once were. I found it funny how we've become practically strangers, despite our closeness just months ago.Then we'd be unable to stay without talking to each other as every moment was spent either talking or gisting.I could still very well recall the late night chats, early morning chats and leisure time chats. It had always been beautiful and blissful. I'd never for once felt lonely as I'd always got company and there's also a stable shoulder to cry on, whenever I needed it. Jose had always been cari
> * Your existence is not by accident, it has so much meaning. * ****------ Joseph. ------ Monday, I stumbled on the silver necklace with a heart shaped pendant that I had purchased along with Miranda's months ago, on our fifth year friendship anniversary. We'd sat by the beach holding hands and had exchanged promises and vows. I could still recall Mira's words that very day. “ You are my light in darkness, Jose. I was an orphan who had no sense of purpose and direction. The Lord had brought you into my life and you'd completely changed the narration. ” “ You'd shaped me into this confident girl I am today. Oftentimes, Jose. I wonder what I'd have done to deserve a best friend like you in my life. Despite we not being blood related, you and Nanny are the only family I have and need. ” “ I'd never keep blessing the day I met you, my priceless gem. The Creator's best gift to me. He'd known I needed a friend, but not only did he give me that, he also added more by givin