The sun was high when we finally decided to go out. Jae packed a basket full of sandwiches, fruits, and snacks, habang ako naman ang nagdala ng cooler at beach toys para sa mga bata. Si Leandra? Siyempre, dala ang giant beach umbrella na para bang fashion show props.
“Hoy Ice, siguraduhin mong hindi ako iitim ah!” reklamo niya habang bitbit ang malaking sun hat.
“Lea, we’re at the beach. That’s the point,” sagot ko, shaking my head.
“Point is, I should look fabulous kahit nasa dagat. Picture-worthy dapat!”
Napailing si Jae, sabay bulong sa akin, “Good luck sa stress mo mamaya.”
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We settled by the shore, spread a picnic blanket, and let the kids run freely sa buhangin.
“Daddyyy, come build castle!” sigaw ni Allice, dala ang maliit na timba.
“Wait for me, Ate!” Liam chased after h
