”Mind over matter—How to survive the flesh-eating cold”

To the Manila heat,

Yesterday, I went to a place in Laguna called Bato Springs. The spring said “Kiss my ass, heat.” 

If I were to rate the place for a simple man’s getaway guide, I’d rate the springs 9/10. The place did deliver me away from the scorching spirits of Sun. Every plunge in the water made me shiver like it was winter wonderland. When you rise up the level of the water and breathe, you’ll see fog coming out of your mouth. 

It was impossible to stay in the water for long. It felt like being Jack in Titanic. So, I sat on the rocks for a few minutes before swimming out again. By the afternoon, I couldn’t deny it anymore that it gets colder as the day came to close. 

It felt dubious that the rest of the country was sweating under their shirts while I was up there chilling~. That’s what a good getaway makes you think, your life before is a complete mirage. 

I want to go back. 

Truly hating you,

Michelle