Alone

It was another busy day. I had to wake up early to go for lessons in the morning. Not much success today though. The mind was preoccupied.

A friend came by later for lunch. It was his birthday and his family was out of Ha Noi. He wanted company and thought of me, a kindred soul.

Two lonely gentlemen eating pho and drinking coffee.

A Vietnamese and his foreign friend united in their thoughts for their families. Loneliness knows no boundaries or barriers. It cuts too deep.

Went to a friend's place to play table-tennis. First time for a while since I last played a game.

It felt good. But yet, the thoughts remained.

Of my family back home.

I miss their smiles. I miss their hugs. I miss waking up to find them looking at me or sleeping close by.

I miss them. In the day and in the night. In my waking hours. In my dreams.

Wish they are with me.