Distant Lands...

To travel the world and see the vast splendor it holds is but a dream many wish for.

I know that seeing the giant Pyramid of Giza, walking on the ancient stones of the Great Wall of China, or even an up close view of intricate details preserved in the beauty of Taj Mahal would be enough for me. Then again, the idea of stepping on foreign soil sounds exciting enough.

To do this I would have to leave my homeland.

Don't get me wrong, I love my country. That's why I believe that the answers to her freedom lies in distant lands. If I'm able to continue my education in a place where knowledge is not kept within avaricious hands, then maybe I could bring back hope to my countrymen.

Europe sounds good right now. I could actually learn more about the Spaniards there. But where exactly in Spain should I go? Probably the more advanced and populated cities. Perhaps Madrid? Or Barcelona? It doesn't matter, so long as I get to establish myself there. I'll have to watch my spending there though. I know that Mom and Dad can give me enough money here from Laguna, but I'll have to spend it wisely for food and accommodations. I'll have to do something for mom as well. Her eyesight's getting worse. We all know that Mama Doña Teodora can't have bad vision! This means I should study more ophthalmology there. Not to mention they would have better equipment there. Time to pursue my profession. Might as well make the most of my visit. France sounds like a good start, then maybe Berlin later on... or Leipzig! Hmmmm... We'll see.

During my stay, I mustn't forget that my duty is to my country.

I could continue my works there as well. "Noli Me Tangere"? Hmmmm... sounds good to me. I could probably have it published there.

I'll have to plan some more.

PERSONAL NOTE:
*explore and learn
*further ophthalmology studies
*help mom
*finish novels
*meet foreign girls
*establish international ties
*SAVE THE HOMELAND!

-J.R.
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Paolo Banaga