👉🏻#Burnsteem25+Club75 | "Writing Contest": A Soulful Dose With A Love Chaser

in Steemit Philippines2 years ago (edited)

How are you, #Steemians? My doctor cleared the way for me to resume writing (gradually). I haven't written a creative article in two months.

My medical hibernation was also prolonged. I was forbidden to use a laptop and spend long periods of time dousing on the monitor because I was always overwhelmed and could hardly get up. At first, I just ignored my feelings because I was used to it due to my vertigo, but I became concerned and decided to consult our family doctor, who is an Internist/Cardiologist/General Medicine. I had a lot of tests. To be sure, our family doctor referred me to a friend specialist. I won't say what his medical field is, but he discovered what my disease was, and that's when my story began.

"Hello, can you still recall who I am?" I struggled to remember anything, so I had to think carefully. Then he added, "I am your neighbor in Davao City, I am - (let's just call him Dr. Rob - Neuro-Surgeon/Internal Medicine). I was just a kid then when my brother courted you. He is one of your suitors, and each time I see him with you, I break down in tears. You held me close and dried my tears. I was quite thrilled at the time, especially after you gave me a cheek kiss". I grin as he says. We both chuckle as I realize what I had forgotten.

He took a stethoscope, tested my blood pressure, and read the referral letter. "I'll retest you and have an MRI and ultrasound. I'm just checking to be sure". He questioned, "Are you still taking the medications that Dr. Nick prescribed?" "Aye, doctor". "I'll provide more medications and supplements. I've got you under observation right now," he said.

"Can we go out for coffee and chat since I don't have any patients left, and then I'll drive you home?" He spoke. "OK, Doc, for old-time sake. He advised the nurse to leave as well".

We went to the laboratory to schedule the testing. He took the laboratory request form from me. He spoke with the laboratory staff before giving me instructions on what to do and not do prior to the lab tests. The medical technologist greeted me. "Hello, Ma'am Venus, it has been a while. You haven't taken a routine test in two years." "You were acquainted with Ms. Venus?" he asked. "Yes, Dr. Rob. Dr. Nick is Ms. Venus' family doctor, and Dr. Jo is her son's Pediatrician. Our new doctor, Ms. Venus, is really handsome, isn't he?", MedTech winked at me as she was saying it. "Yes, I bet you always want to come in every day to see Dr. Rob - hahaha"... I replied. "He's a heartthrob at the same time," the MedTech smiled at me.

We walked to the cashier to pay for the lab tests, and he told the cashier that the payment would be withdrawn from his account. I was surprised and insisted to pay, but he told me to keep the money for my son's needs. I appreciate him for that. We also went to the Ultrasound section for my Kidney Ultrasound. When we were in the lobby, he told me to wait and that he would just get his car. We drove to the coffee shop near our house so that we won't get stuck in traffic on the way home.

When we were seated, he continued the conversation. "Do you remember when I told my brother that I would marry you when I grew up? You both laughed at me and I cried. You hugged me and kissed me after wiping the tears from my eyes. I was upset because you just laughed at me," he said and smiled, " I said, "Do you still remember that? You were young then, huh!" By the way, how many children do you have, and where does your wife work?" I said more. He looked at me and smiled. "I'm still a bachelor until now because I can't find anyone like you and I still have in my mind and heart the word I gave you that I will marry you when I grow up"... I was stunned by what he said.

I remarked, "Stop kidding, Doc. I'm too old for that stuff". Don't pretend you didn't truly have a girlfriend; you're handsome, you're obviously a campus figure, and ladies pursued you when you were still studying; only the blind don't notice it," she said.

"I'm not lying; I was focused on my studies at the time, and you were my inspiration; you were not forgotten in my mind." He answered. I questioned, "Does your brother know that you love me so much?" He is aware of my intense infatuation with you, but he is unaware of the depth of my love for you". My cheeks started to feel warm, and I realized I was flushing. Now that I have found you, I will start courting you in a traditional way". He was serious when he said. I was baffled. The only word I muttered was, "Huh?" After a few seconds, I asked, "Do you know how old I am? Do you know that my deceased brother Rick is the same age as you? Do you know that I have two children and that my youngest son has a developmental disability?"

He responded right away, "Yes, I know all that. I asked Dr. Nick everything about you. What does it matter if you're older than me? It's only a number. What if you have two kids, and the youngest is PWD? What does this have to do with my love for you that I have endured for decades?" He stated genuinely. I swallowed and couldn't speak at that moment. "Doc Rob, that's another MMK." I just hide my nervousness and smiled at him. "Venus, I'm serious, don't make fun of my love for you." "Doc Rob, it's getting late, take me home," Then he said, holding my hand. "Please, think about it, I'm dead serious."

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When we got home. I didn't invite him in because I couldn't put my feelings into words, and my head is still aching from what happened that day. He reminded me of my lab tests the next morning, and my Kidney ultrasound and that I should see him back at his clinic that afternoon. I simply nodded.

I'll call you later. We talked before I went to bed that night. We only talked about our childhood.

"My suspicions are correct, but don't worry, I'll look after you," he said. "Just take the medication I prescribed; no social media, and no writing articles for at least two months."

He kept an eye on me every day. We talk on the phone, and he occasionally pays me visits, brings me fruits, and even speaks with my mother. And we occasionally eat at the cafe in front of our house. That was his routine. He also requests that I see him in his clinic so that he can monitor my blood pressure, and then we go to a cafe or the grocery store.

He is my ardent suitor, but he does not put any pressure on me. I told him that I had no intention of getting into a relationship. He simply stated, "Go with the flow until you realize that you love me too"...



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 2 years ago 

Ate Gilikig ko sa imong love story. mura gyud ug stories sa movies ba. d gud muundang si kupido sa imo life Ate. :) mag atang ko sa update hahha

 2 years ago 

Hmp! Ang galing nmn yan c cupid, tapos paiyakin lng ako kpg nabitag n ako..Friends. nlng kami.. Wala p hassle at pressure.

 2 years ago 

Hala, sige lng na dula2x si cupid sa akoa. Wa nay gikalingawan. Human akoy alaot na pod. Kapoy na ko dai.

 2 years ago 

Have a great day! Nice to hear you back. Goodluck sister!

 2 years ago 

Thanks, sis. Nice to see you too.

 2 years ago 

Ahahaha kinilig ako Sis when I read your post. Cupid strikes again. Ho! My! What is your answer to his proposal?

 2 years ago 

Thanks, Sis. He needed the patience to wait. I need tied the time to answer.

 2 years ago 

welcome back ate! it's always a delight reading your writings ate.. please tell me this is a real story because I am getting this kilig feelings right now..hahaha i am smiling typing this ...

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 2 years ago 

Hi dear! Kikay ka oo nmn. Uncertain ang loley mo.
I've been isolated, in a windowless room, in a doorless room... and then suddenly he walk in as if strolling over a summer meadow. How is it that he is more than sunshine? How is it that he breathe life when no other can? Is he my medicine? There are many reasons that I have to consider. While I breathe, it is climbing into a dark prison just to smuggle in a single spark, for that glowing ember can ignite hope, the olympic torch of the ages. For now, I don't know where our situation leads. Besides, I am very much older than him. I am SCARED! I don't wanna get hurt anymore. Bahala na si Batman!

 2 years ago 

ayeeeh hahahah gikilig ko te ay... i hope to read more about the progress sa story na to! hehe i see a heart box with flowers.. ahyeeeeee

 2 years ago 

hey @joshuelmari, just swinging by to let you know that you made it to the top 3 recommended posts for booming support. Check out the information here:

Steemit Philippines Community: Weekly Report by @Junebride as Moderator | 09-07-2022 | #Club100

Luzon Mod,
@junebride

 2 years ago (edited)

Thanks so much Mod for including my come back post to 3top picks for the day.

 2 years ago 

Now that's something to think of seriously! Am pretty sure he knows what he's in to! Go for it girl! Love is in the air!

 2 years ago 

Am scared to the max, Sis!'m so happy to have met him, and I'm scared too; there is such joy and such pain. I've never wanted any form of eternity until now, I never saw the point yet.

 2 years ago 

That makes me kilig😊. Hope you have a better health everyday. Now, you got to think about that unrequited love. Actually, I am rooting for Doc. Hahah..oops..

 2 years ago 

tHahaha.. Kikay ka! I am better now. Minsan may dumadaang masamang pakramdam. Honestly, am scared. I am very much older than him and with my situation, I have to make a lot of thinking. Bahala na si Batman.

 2 years ago 

Grabe ang comeback story mo te... ang ka kilig ba dili ma tabang😄... kulba hinam kaau ang next part ninyo ni Doc ba.🥰

 2 years ago 

Kilig dala confusion...ambot pero,lisud kung 2x ko namatyan ug uyab..lisud mag move on noh!? Dili intawon lalim. Bahala na si batman!

 2 years ago 

te, atngan nako ang sumpay ani ha... grabe murag salida ba, kilig to the bone😊

 2 years ago (edited)

Kung makaantos sya hinulat sa akoa. Di basta lng musawom sa tubig , dai. Kay basi malunod unya ko. Maayu unta kung nag-inusara ko. Daghan iconsider. Isa pa bata kaayu siya sa ako. May-December? Sgurado daghan kilay musangku sa hairline. Sayang iyang lahi kung magpakalunod siya sa ako. Ambot! Bathala na!

 2 years ago 

maygani nibalik naka hehe, welcome back!

 2 years ago (edited)

Thanks boss Hilot2x ug hangyu kay doc, boss nga magsulat ko balik. Nitugot. Ang condition 300-500words. Nang pinakita ko draft na ang haba. Umiiling. Tigas daw ulo ko..di mapugngan kapag naumpisahan tumipa sa laptop.

 2 years ago 

Nice to have you back ate. Its slightly been a long time since youre not here in steemit. Welcome back ate.

 2 years ago 

Thanks, Dell. Nice to see you around.

 2 years ago 

Youre welcome ate .

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