Unspoken Goodbyes
By Curlann
@annierose (21583)
Philippines
August 23, 2024 12:44am CST
In the unpredictable journey of life, we sometimes form connections with people we’ve never met in person, yet they impact us in profound ways. Such was the case with a woman I came to know online, both of us navigating the complexities of the fiancé visa process. What began as a shared experience soon blossomed into a meaningful friendship, bonded by mutual prayers, encouragement, and the hope of reuniting with our loved ones. But life had different plans for her, and her story is a poignant reminder of how quickly dreams can turn into heartbreak.
I don’t know her personally. We only got acquainted because we both filed for a fiancé visa in August 2023. Even though we only met online, we developed a strong friendship. We prayed for each other and tried to lift each other’s spirits while waiting for our visas to be approved. Her visa was approved earlier than mine, but just as she was about to complete her medical exam, she found out that her fiancé had cancer. The cancer progressed rapidly, and chemotherapy was no longer an option. Her fiancé kept asking for her, so his parents decided to hire a lawyer to expedite her trip to the US. When the day of her interview at the US embassy arrived, she passed. The parents of her fiancé hired a lawyer to fast-track her visa processing. Initially, she was reluctant because it would cost half a million pesos, but she eventually agreed because she didn’t want to regret not doing so later. The night after she passed her interview, she sent me a message saying that her fiancé had passed away. Just when she was so close to being able to fly to him, it happened. Her fiancé couldn’t wait for her, and I was deeply saddened when I heard the news because I know how painful it is to lose someone you love.
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@2ndchances24 (8871)
• Cloverdale, Indiana
23 Aug
That's so sad, sorry for her loss, I hope over time she can over come this & move on with
her life & maybe find another to forfill her dreams at some point, but she may just stay
single being scared to try it again & I wouldn't blame her if she did, life is unpredictable.
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@annierose (21583)
• Philippines
23 Aug
It’s such a difficult time for her, and I can understand if she feels hesitant about the future. Life is indeed unpredictable, but I hope she finds peace and maybe, one day, the courage to dream again.
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@annierose (21583)
• Philippines
24 Aug
@2ndchances24 Absolutely, Gayle. She'll need the support of a close friend to help her through this tough time. Just having someone to lean on can make all the difference when life feels overwhelming.
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@2ndchances24 (8871)
• Cloverdale, Indiana
23 Aug
@annierose That's about the same thing I was saying
so she's going to need a close friend more than ever now.
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@arunima25 (87770)
• Bangalore, India
23 Aug
That's so tragic! It's heartbreaking. Life is uncertain and one can never be sure of any plan that we make. At times, destiny has different plan for us. Praying that she gets enough strength to overcome this
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@annierose (21583)
• Philippines
23 Aug
Thank you, Arunima. It truly is heartbreaking, and you’re right. Life can be so unpredictable. It’s a reminder of how precious every moment is. I’m hoping she finds the strength she needs to get through this incredibly difficult time. Your prayers and kind thoughts mean a lot.
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@annierose (21583)
• Philippines
24 Aug
@arunima25 I'm so sorry for your loss. It must have been incredibly difficult to lose your father so suddenly, especially when he seemed so healthy. It’s heartbreaking how life can change in an instant. I hope you have found comfort in the memories you shared with him.
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@arunima25 (87770)
• Bangalore, India
24 Aug
@annierose I have no such memories. I was just two years, but yes, I have some pretend created ones from the photos that I saw in the albums and from the stories that my mother and grandparents and others shared.
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@annierose (21583)
• Philippines
23 Aug
Thank you, Amber. It really is heartbreaking. I know her fiancé’s family appreciates all the love and prayers during this incredibly tough time.
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@annierose (21583)
• Philippines
23 Aug
It’s truly heartbreaking that she couldn’t be with him in time. 
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@annierose (21583)
• Philippines
23 Aug
It really is such sad news, and my heart breaks for her. It’s hard to see someone’s dreams end this way.
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@annierose (21583)
• Philippines
31 Aug
It really is heartbreaking, @grenery8. Sometimes real life can be even more emotional than any movie. The feelings we go through, especially with love and loss, are deep. It reminds us how precious life is and how important it is to treasure every moment with the people we love.
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@annierose (21583)
• Philippines
2 Sep
@grenery8 I completely understand. It’s one of the most challenging parts of life, seeing ourselves or others go through prolonged suffering. But I believe that even in those hard times, there’s strength and resilience that we find within ourselves, and sometimes, it brings people closer together. It doesn’t make the pain less, but it does remind us of the importance of support and love during those times.
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@grenery8 (10479)
• Zagreb, Croatia (Hrvatska)
1 Sep
@annierose i hate that aspect of life, when suffering is longer and harder.
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@annierose (21583)
• Philippines
23 Aug
Yes, Judy, it’s such a tragic turn of events. She was so close to being with him, and it’s hard to imagine the pain she’s feeling now. I appreciate your kindness and support.
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