Author: Castillo

This minute divided my life into before… and after.

It’s amazing how quickly people adjust to convenience. A few months ago, a working generator felt like winning the lottery. Now a vehicle catches fire on the side of the road and somehow that’s considered an inconvenience instead of just another Tuesday.

There’s a different kind of quiet that settles in during days like this. Not the normal kind. It’s heavier. Like everything is waiting to see what the ground will do next. Waiting to see if the rain will finally stop, or if it’s just going to keep going.

Recovery has been… eventful. Is that the right word?

In keeping with what appears to be a Castillo tradition —  I’m welcoming the NEW YEAR with surgery for the 3rd year in a row. Some people do vision boards. I do orthopedic consults. The arts-and-crafts portion of the surgery officially begins this Thursday, I’d appreciate you keeping me in your prayers

🎄✨ It’s hard to believe it’s been nearly a month since my last post! This time of year is usually my favorite, but it’s been a bit of a rollercoaster as I’ve been battling typhoid AND dengue fever. Despite it all, my heart is full of gratitude and joy—especially because Malaya arrived safely last week!…