The day started calm and bright. The morning breeze moved softly through the coconut trees around our small farm, and the sound of birds made everything feel peaceful. This is the place where we stay, where life is simple and close to nature. And on this day, it became even more special because my best friends, Zy and Cath, came to visit us. 🌿✨
I was happy to see them walking toward the farm, smiling and waving. They said they missed the quite life here, so they decide to spend time with us. Cath and Zy who is the Godmother of my daughter, immediately picked her up and carried her around the yard. My daughter laughed while pointing at trees, insects and the chicken near our place. It was heartwarming to see the, together.
We chose a nice spot under the shade of the trees, just a few steps away from our house. The air was cool, and the wind kept moving the leaves above us, making soft shadows on the ground.
We had rice wrapped in banana leaves, still warm and smelling fresh. We also had crispy vegetable lumpia, kutsinta, and boiled okra and eggplant with bagoong dip. For fruits, we had prepared papaya and mango. The food was simple and homemade, but that’s what made it perfect. When we began to eat, the fresh breeze mixed with the smell of rice and vegetables, making everything feel comfort.
While eating, we talked about life, shared jokes, and laughed the way only true friend can. Zy kept teasing my daughter and she kept giggling loudly. Even the animals around us seemed to enjoy the noise of our little gathering.
After eating, we decided to get fresh coconuts. My husband searched for the best ones while we followed behind, enjoying the cool shade of coconut trees. When he opened the coconuts, the juice was sweet and refreshing. We let our daughter drink first, and she held the coconut with both hands, smiling as if she discovered something new. We all laughed at how cute she looked.
We ended the day sitting under the trees, talking softly while watching the leaves move with the afternoon wind. Being with friends, with my family and with nature all around me reminded me again why I love living here.
Thank you for reading my story, this is my owned picture edited in Canva. A simple farm, a simple picnic and a simple moment yet full of love and meaning. ❤️