Six

We knew each other since we were kids. You were my sister's crush back then and I was tasked to get informations about you - where you are studying, your birthday, favorite color, anything that concerns you. To me, you were the spolied brat my sister is crushing in. Nothing more.

June 7, 2000. Intramuros.

You dont usually join the youth ministry but on this particular day you decided to come with us as we reach out to some needy families living at Intramuros. I dont know if your parents just forced you to come or it is really your choice to help. Whatever the reason was, it was the first time I get to talk to you. We became partners in handing out the groceries and in intercession the whole morning. After the program, we found ourselves talking, sharing stories, joking around and having fun. Alala ko nga kalbo ka nun eh, and you let me touch your hair. hehehe and I was teasing you immensely about your hair, or the lack of it.

the day we became the best of friends

Back at church, I dont know, but you kept on following me. Then you introduced me to your mom, "Ma, bestfriend ko." I was surprised by what you said, only 3 hours had passed since we started talking and you told anyone who'll listen that I am your bestfriend! Whoa!

And that was how it started. Me being stucked with you. You and I becoming inseparable. Phonecalls. Text Messages. Dining out. Movies. Letters. Gifts. Best.

It has been six years since that day. There were so many things that happened that tested our friendship. There were so many memories between us that helped us grow. So many laughs, so many tears. There are so many lessons you've taught me. We had so many fights and make-ups. We had so many promises made, some were kept, most are broken.

Six years. Seventy two months. Two thousand one hundred ninety one days.

And look at us now? Back to where we once was. Indifferent to each other's presence. We are acting as if the other one never existed. I became invisible in your sight. I pretended I don't knew you. I don't know what will happen to us. How long will we continue avoiding each other? But for the mean time, this is the best set up for us, I guess.

And I just want you to know that I did not forget THIS day.