Lie To Me

Memories came crashing as we approached the island. My heart beats wildly and my breathing becomes hard; the breeze was cold but I was sweating.

I closed my eyes harshly and tried hard to even my breathing.

Breathe, Jia. Breathe. I mentally told myself.

I know I can do this; I have to do this. I won’t let an old wound scare me forever, I must overcome this fear.

"You can say here for the meantime. You can go swimming first or whatever you want while we are preparing for the lunch. Just please be safe and if ever something happens, call us immediately." Kuya Roy briefed us when reached the shore of the camp site.

We just listened more to their orientation and when they gave us the go signal, everyone cheered on excitement.

"Give me your hand, Ma'am." Kuya Ben asked. It was waiting for me at the outside the boat, supporting everyone that going down the boat.

hand and nodded. He

Ma'am?" He asked.

fine, Kuya. It’s just the breeze and I

just nodded and didn't

your belongings in the mess

done and the food is ready."

while others

belongings. I took out my phone. There is no signal all over

beautiful to look at. The sparkling sea water

tremble at

buffet of sea foods, meat and vegetables. Shrimps, crabs, fishes, seashells, chicken adobo, steamed eggplants, okra and sweet potato leaf were seductively served

so hungry." Paul