We visited our blind friend's home, eager to share a meal.
We decided to have a "boodle fight" for lunch, a perfect solution for our blind friend named Kuya Toy.
We spread out banana leaves and piled on a variety of delicious Filipino dishes — rice, vegetables, fried fish, and more.
With the food laid out, Kuya Toy could easily navigate and enjoy the meal using his hands.
Before we dug in, we took a moment to say a prayer.
With gratitude in our hearts, we thank God for the food.
As we finished our prayers, we began our meal.
We all dug in together, savoring the flavors and textures.
We all bonded.
As we enjoyed each other's company, we made sure Kuya Toy felt included, describing the dishes and helping him navigate the meal.
We chatted and laughed, sharing stories and making sure Kuya Toy felt loved and cared for.
After the meal, my cousin Jek brought out a refreshing pitcher of passion fruit juice.
We poured ourselves cups and savored the sweet-tart flavor.
As we sipped our juice, the conversation flowed effortlessly.
The juice was the perfect way to finish a wonderful meal and visit, leaving us feeling refreshed.
In that moment, the simple pleasure of sharing food and drink with a friend felt truly special.
I also realized that sharing meals with those who need it most, whether physically, emotionally, or spiritually, can transform the ordinary into the extraordinary, making it truly delicious and memorable.
Until our next boodle fight... Buh-bye. 👋🥰