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* Your existence is not by accident, it has so much meaning. *

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------ Joseph. ------

Monday,

I stumbled on the silver necklace with a heart shaped pendant that I had purchased along with Miranda's months ago, on our fifth year friendship anniversary.

We'd sat by the beach holding hands and had exchanged promises and vows.

I could still recall Mira's words that very day.

“ You are my light in darkness, Jose. I was an orphan who had no sense of purpose and direction. The Lord had brought you into my life and you'd completely changed the narration. ”

“ You'd shaped me into this confident girl I am today. Oftentimes, Jose. I wonder what I'd have done to deserve a best friend like you in my life. Despite we not being blood related, you and Nanny are the only family I have and need. ”

“ I'd never keep blessing the day I met you, my priceless gem. The Creator's best gift to me. He'd known I needed a friend, but not only did he give me that, he also added more by givin
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