Surprise, Surprise

‘Was preparing to go to my aunt’s. Went downstairs a bit to watch the denouement of 17 Again with C on her desktop. Phone rang, but continued watching and didn’t really bother about the call since I don’t normally get phone calls (on the telephone, that is). C answered the phone. Then she gave the receiver to me.

I was surprised. My first thought was that it was HP calling, but ruled it out as impossible (since today’s Sunday) immediately. Next thought was that it was my Dad, calling. Took the phone and my thought was confirmed. He was asking if I’ll be going to Alabang. I said I will. Then I realized that the call isn’t as choppy as it should be. Realized he’s here in the country at the same time he said that he is.

I think my brain froze… or went to work full speed. I was already thinking about the implications to me and to our family, was already wondering about the reason. Too calculating.

Two and a half hours later, we were talking. He looked worse than when I last saw him, but okay. I know things are going to be okay.

I missed my Dad more than I realized.

I was worried about him.

I’m glad he’s okay. I’m glad… So glad…