What is Soul? | An Invisible Thread
Sometimes the best memories are the ones we don’t plan. (Don't judge us, just yet! We're being financially irresponsible with spontaneity.) We went to Iligan and, without much thought, decided to stay the night. It was me, Pat, my best friend, and her boyfriend, just the four of us chasing a pause. The city greeted us with its quiet charm. We didn’t need grand plans; a simple staycation was what we needed to fuel us for the next work week. We laughed, shared stories, and let the night carry us. That one night reminded me that rest doesn’t have to be complicated. A quick escape, good company, and a change of scenery can fuel you for the week ahead. On the bus ride home, Pat and I listened to music, laughed, and shared our thoughts. It was such an intimate moment between us two—a reminder of how important it is to reconnect with your partner. When Mariah Carey’s Hero played, Pat explained the meaning of the song and let me read through the lyrics. As I took them in, my chest...