When I managed to get back up to the surface; gasping, sputtering water from my lungs, only to see Samantha sitting there with a smile on her face. Sh... just rolled her eyes and giggled, apparently she has been sitting there for some time behind me.Great, I’ve manage to once again go and make a fool of myself.“Who is this ‘Benny’ mentioned in the e-mail?” she asked for a second time.“Uh…” my cheeks felt hotter than molten steel with embarrassment, “that is my mothers nickname for me since I was. Angel had arrived, as had Jun. Beds had been purchased. Kitchen equipment had been acquired, as had a 20-cup rice cooker/steamer, two hot/cold water dispensers that took those blue 20-liter/litre jugs. And, the most important addition – a hot water heater for my shower.On the return trip, I stayed in Manila for a couple of days. I needed to adjust my visa and the best office to do that was in Manila. I knew I would be there for longer than 90 days. There is a visa that is good for up to one. Ah, vanity and enough exhibitionism to catch a few glances sure does make a girl feel good about herself. I met up with Marti for a bit of breakfast at the local café where they serve the best early morning fare in the area. ‘So, how they hanging old girl!’ was her greeting as she approached the table. ‘They wobbling too and fro yet?’ She said with a mirth grin, and a rolling of her eyes. ‘I will have you know that upon inspection this morning, they are firm and still point towards the. "I've been waiting for you" You utter your excuses about not having a dime to spare today.. but she wearnt buying it. "Now, you promised me dear, your not breaking promises are you?" You continue to spill your excuses but she stands firm and continues to pester you. "Out my way!" You demand "I need to get home!" "I'm sure you do" replied the old tunnel lady. Your furious now, and with all the positive changes you had planned to undertake, you feel this might be your first.. No more nice guy you.