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A letter

To Mother in Manila

Hurt

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The kids speak Tagalog with the accent of Texas. I am sorry. I send money on the 15th. I know money is not the thing. I know. Lola fell again last month. She asked if I would be home for the rainy season. I said yes. I do not know if I meant it. Tell her I meant it.

Jan 10, 2026