As I look back and remember the memories of the past week, it seems that I was trying to recall at least 2 weeks worth of memories. Now, let's see..
- I learned that my Uncle (my mom's sister's husband) who I will name as Uncle Piding was confined in the ICU via a Facebook post from my nephew. (ah, the power of the social networking!)
- Frenzy at work trying to cope up with sick staff members, the heavy call volume, motivating staff members while finishing up their appraisals, monitoring and coaching and dealing with deadlines and mild annoyance from some of the co-workers
- More frenzy from work..
- Uncle Piding's health turned for the worst. Mom called while I was on my way to work - Uncle was near his deathbed, texted my cousin and learned that he was on a coma. made arrangements with him to drop by the hospital after my monitoring schedule. received text from my cousin a few hours later that he already passed away. ;( Was in shock and found myself having a hard time focusing at work.
- Had a hard time sleeping. Bothered by something.
- Went to my Uncle's wake - made possible by swapping for a late schedule. saw my Ate Ethel first - after more than 15 years, and hugged her. Hugged my Kuya Roy and greeted my other cousins. Got teary eyed and was a bit conscious that my tears will fall down so I'm mighty glad that I saw my cousin's girlfriend and got into a conversation with her to distract me from crying. Paid my respects by taking a glimpse of his remains. He looked peaceful at least. Not really emancipated. His long thumbnail still untrimmed. Had to leave 20 minutes after getting there for work. Sigh! It's going to be a long cab ride to work..
- Finished Friday's shift with a relief! Was happy to learn that my dearest friend from work - Carly has passed her interview with a prospective new employer and is just waiting for her job offer. Was a bit jealous at first, but hey, I'm still happy 'coz she has the better work ethics between the 2 of us (even though I have the experience). I know she will be a good fit for the manager post! :) Bonded, laughed and whined about the shittiness at work - our fave past time plus planned her new image for her new work over brunch.
- Went home late (late for me is like 4 hours past my end shift time which was 6:30PM ET that day. I went home around 11pm ET) and slept like a log for 16 hours hours after texting Mr. A. about my day. Woke up and whoa - it's start of a new week again and it's still raining! Another wet week ahead? Happy Sunday!
With the passing of Uncle Piding, I want to honor him by giving thanks for all the help that he has given - though I was not really that close to him, He was a steady solid character in my life - someone that I'm used to seeing and knowing that he should always be there during special occasions and family gatherings. I will certainly miss your brooding presence and mischievous old Uncle quips. I do pray that your soul will find eternal peace with our Creator. To the Tolentino Family, my sincerest condolences.
