What an appropriate first trip to the United States! My office sent me to its capital, Washington, DC. I would’ve wished that it was for holiday. But that was for training. I worked for the U.S. Government early on in my career, and every newbie in the team gets to travel to DC to learn more about the office as well as the job dynamics. What a blessing! Although I could bring my family, the timing was not right. My son had school, and my husband could not immediately take a leave. We needed at least two weeks. So, off to DC, I went alone! Onboard the plane, I was seated beside another Filipina. She was set to meet her future husband (also a Filipino) and some of their friends. I met them when we landed at Dulles. They were so kind to bring me to my hotel aboard their comfy Lexus. I felt God knew the first-timer in the U.S. needed help. It was winter and raining, and the ambiance was really gloomy. I was already missing home. I was booked at Arlington Court Suites. My dimly lit roo...
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