Pluviophilic Hong Kong
HONG KONG, June 16~18
Dear Claire ❤
It was a rough month. But all has been compensated the moment you got here. Everything became alright. You were here now in this luminous city of Hong Kong.
Macau was a tempting piece of candy to add to our trip, but the bright darkness of Hong Kong deserved to be viewed on separate nights in two views: from the top and shores of Tsim Sha Tsui.
I wish we had more time in Hong Kong. But thank God, we have more days ahead of us to hang out back home.
The first night, it drizzled. With only three hours left that day, we headed to The Peak. On top, all we could see was the fog that blocked our view.
We laughed about it. Honestly, nothing could ruin our day. On the brighter side, the shrimp at Bubba Gump at The Peak was something to die for. It was soft, juicy, tender and everything nice.
Luckily, the tram going down didn’t have any queue even on a Friday night. I guess it was a bad day for everyone to come up the peak. Not for us though. Also, the walk back to the hotel was an adventure. I’m sorry I made you walk for so long. You had a long day having to catch a flight after an urgent meeting that morning. But thank you for fueling my wandering spirit without a sign of complaint. Exploring cities at night is something I really enjoy. It was better that you were here.
The unending rain that continued the next day lived up to our tradition. This is the not first time it poured like animals during our travel. Something that could ruin so many travels for most is gem for us. You always make everything better.
Drinking tea in a café in Central with the sound of rain gave me major goosebumps. The kind you get when you want to melt especially for a pluviophile like myself. I’m glad it rained. But not the part where your Toms shoes got all wet and yucky. I should have reminded you to wear sandals.
I loved how you got excited to get on the ferry.
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I don’t have to be worried of growing old because we will be playful until the end of time. They say we age because we stop playing, not the other way around. I couldn’t agree more.
Most importantly, we sure look cute for two ugly people.
I wanted to show you the bright colors of Hong Kong at it’s darkest moment. I hope this view can lighten up your every bad day. When that happens, you can call me up and complain how your day was the worst. Don’t feel bad about whining. You can never ruin my day.
It’s impossible.
Three days and two nights were too short. So I’m glad we had the late night dim sum (“The dim sum I had up until now was all a lie!!!” you said) and the super early morning Hong Kong-style break-feast. I love how you are never on a diet like me. That way we can be fappy together.
Fat and happy forever.
Thank you for a million things.
Thank you for approaching me at our first college orientation when I was completely lost in a new environment.
Thank you for not having an ounce of hesitation when I asked you to come to Hong Kong to see me.
Thank you for boosting my confidence when I share my opinon about the universe. You always encourage me to be a better person.
Thank you for making me feel loved. For this, I am forever grateful.
I hope I am a friend that gives back heaps more than what I gain. I am always on your side. Remember that. Always.
Talk soon. xx
Love,
Me
