While I was reading your story, I never noticed that tears were suddenly falling from my eyes because I can picture myself and my mom in it. Reminiscing about our market visits, where every errand turned into precious moments just for us, and after that, before heading home, we would stop by this store that sells preloved goods, or we call it "ukay-ukay": from clothes, cookware, shoes, furniture, etc.! Though the memory brings sadness, I find comfort knowing she’s at peace.😌

What also caught my attention were the fish, this is our favorite. We call this "lambarok" or "budburon" and I love to cook this in "inun-unan" way.🤤