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«You’ll Be Safe There» by Doc Lovely Siguerre- Abutal

There, when you wake, your favorite pancit guisado and crispy pata await—served with an ice-cold coke, just the way you like it.

Unlike here, where sleep rarely comes easy,and even opening your mouth to taste the food on your plate feels impossible.

You’ll be happier there

There, you can run freely, wander through beautiful places, wonder and awe lighting up your face.

Unlike here, where you can’t even move the tip of your toe,rarely recognize familiar faces,and can barely whisper a simple phrase.

You’ll be remembered better there.

There, distance is measured not in miles, but in the fullness of life—unlike here, where no one truly understands the meaning behind your silence.

There, where phones need not be dialed—every prayer is already answered.
Unlike here, where no one can explain the trembling in your fingers or the flicker in your eyes

There, you no longer need to call out a thousand times with your high-pitched voice.
But here, in your absence, it’s your memories that continue to speak,

And unlike here, where your final word remains a mystery—spoken just as your heart began to fade.

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Author’s Bio

Dr. Lovely Siguerre-Abutal is a dentist by profession but has long held a passion for writing. In her younger years, she actively wrote and was involved in spiritual communities, including MFC Youth for Family and Life and MFC Singles Batangas. Today, she continues her faith journey as an active member of MFC Couples.

Inspired by themes of faith, hope, and love, she penned her debut poetry collection, A Blooming Rose in a Cloudy Mountain, published by CentralBooks. In 2023, she took part in several book signings, including the Philippine Book Festival and the Manila International Book Fair.

Beyond her literary pursuits, Dr. Lovely is the head dentist and owner of Siguerre Dental Clinic. She is also the creator behind Dr. Keypoints, a platform where she shares insights that bridge health, spirituality, and personal growth.