As much as I complain about homesickness, I have no regrets about the time I have spent overseas. I may not know everything about this continent but it has ceased to be a mystery. I am as confident here, as I am back home.

I still cringe everytime I think about the experiences I have had. I made several wrong turns but those have made the whole acculturation process more interesting and my whole being, stronger. It may sometimes get lonely but one thought keeps me alive– that, in a few years, we would be leaving Germany and settling back home.

Now everyone, sing with me…

Manila, I keep coming back to Manila
Simply no place like Manila
Manila I’m coming home

…

Hinahanap-hanap kita Manila
Ang ingay mong kay sarap sa tenga
Mga jeepney mong nagliliparan
Mga babae mong naggagandahan
Take me back in your arms Manila
and promise me you’ll never let go
Promise me you’ll never let go