So, Daddy and I have decided to visit Claude Monet's garden in Giverny, France. Yes, we were saving this trip for you, but unfortunately you had to go home to Jesus sooner than we expected. But never mind, because even though you're gone, we will still pursue the plans that we had for you. We originally planned this trip for your birthday in August as our surprise gift, but I realized that we are already traveling to New York that month. Besides, we really haven't had a proper holiday since you left and I am getting more and more emotionally strained lately, so I think I really need a holiday soon.
Anyway, this will be Meow-meow's first ever trip to Europe if in case. I bet you are so excited for her. You know when you left, Daddy and I decided to bring Meow-meow in all our travels. For us, it is just our way of telling those who love you that as hard as it is to totally let go, somehow we have to start moving on. Of course this is not to forget you, but to make new memories with you even if you are not here physically. In this case, Meow-meow as your favourite toy, represents you. And yes, now that you're an angel you are free to go anywhere you want anyway. And the good thing is, you no longer need a visa to come and visit us. So, I am sure that when we visit Lolo Monet's garden, you will be with us. I know we will have fun together. We can't wait. Meow-meow is definitely on a mission. Haha.
I know you know what we have been up to. After all, you're an Angel of God. But just in case you missed some of Meow-meow's adventures because you were probably busy looking after all us (your family and friends) and other children that Father God has asked you to look after, here is a quick reminder of what she has done so far:
After your "send-off", Daddy and his cousins took Meow-meow on a mountain climbing trip in Sto. Tomas. She was scared because she thought the cow was going to swallow her whole and that she was going to drown because they had to cross a river to get on top of the mountain. You probably know that she can't swim, right? But eventually, she successfully got on top and was amazed by what she saw. She didn't realize how beautiful our town is. And this was the beginning of Meow-meow's adventure.
Then she had her first plane ride via Cathay Pacific. As much as she was excited to finally come to London, she was rather sad because you were not with us. Apparently, you promised her that you will not leave her and that you will take her wherever you go. This is despite that fact that you have kept her inside your locker because you were already growing up and it was no longer appropriate for you to carry her around. But unfortunately, you couldn't keep that promise. But she said it's okay because at least now, you're with Papa Jesus and that we now have an angel.
The day before Daddy was due to start with his new job, we went to check on the area where he would be assigned on his first day of work. That was in St. Alban's. As we were exploring the area, we saw this beautiful church. So we went inside and heard the mass. On our way out, we noticed a board with messages and we thought we'd write one for you. Meow-meow just wanted to tell Jesus to give us strength to move on with our life without you. Then we lit a candle for you.
One weekend, we brought Meow to St. Pauls's Cathedral. I didn't realize that "Occupy London" were still camping in the area. Meow was surprised because he thought that protests and the like only happen in the Philippines. She was funny. She said that you would not approve of such things because you basically didn't like conflict. She said you would always pray for peace and love. But Meow being Meow, she took the opportunity to take picture in front of the tents, pretending to be one of the protesters. I bet you would tell her off if you see this.
Then in March, Daddy took Meow to her first ever Half-Marathon in Bath. She beat me to it. Meow said that whenever Daddy heard people chanting your name, Daddy ran faster. She was very proud of Daddy when he finished his ran in just over two hours. She enjoyed her first Marathon and now she is excited to run with me in May.
Meow has been to a few museums since she got here but for some reason we kept forgetting to take pictures of her. Just last week, we took her to the Tate gallery for Damien Hirst's exbihition. Unfortunately, photos were not allowed inside, so this is our only picture.
Meow keeps wishing you were here. In those 11 wonderful years of your life, 7 of them were spent with Meow. You did most things together when you were younger. No wonder why she's missing you so much.
And we miss you so much too you know. I think about you everyday. Our love for you will never die. We love you Keith.
Mommy Tintin
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