Vans and I had a wonderful catch-up last night. We ventured out for some shopping in Male and enjoyed a dinner at Burger King. It was so enjoyable chatting with Vans, sharing our rants, struggles, and hearty laughs. There's something truly special about having someone close to you with whom you can confide things you might not share with everyone. I'm fortunate to have many close friends. Mary and Dors are always there for me, Athena has been a constant presence in my life since the beginning, and I can always count on her. Abby is another pillar of support I can lean on, and no matter what, I know I can run to her for help, just like Gladys, who started as a stranger but soon became a dear friend. However, having Vans here on the island is different. She can truly understand my situation since she also works here. I feel truly blessed to have formed friendships with so many wonderful people.

To be honest, I find it challenging to share this kind of struggle with my family at home—my mom and siblings. There's a sense of awkwardness in discussing my personal challenges with them. I've been under a lot of stress due to work and the people