2000 miles from all i know, and so much better off today

SO. One month in the United States of America with relatives I barely remember and godfathers and godmothers in three of the top five States where Filipinos eventually wind up (And I should know, I checked it on Ellis Island. ;P) and countless tourist spots later, I have found my way back to heat and living out of a closet (as opposed to a suitcase) and a decent connection. Hurrah for me!

I'd been looking forward to the vacation, actually, but contrary to popular misconceptions, taking holidays does not mean leaving all sorts of issues behind.

( cut to save the layout )

( They livin' it up at the Hotel California )

( 'Cause everyone's my friend in New York City )

( Chicago bursts to life )