It was the most devastating Christmas and New Year for Dallie and her family after losing her father. They were displaced due to the super typhoon Mariana. Their rented place, including their entire barangay and other neighborhoods, were badly flooded and required reconstruction. They lived in a basketball court in the next town for a few weeks before they found another cheaper and safer place to rent. Because of it, her work was affected. It was difficult for her to commute, since it took her longer. It was a waste of time and fare. She had to get another job in the closest fast food chain. And now, she worked as a cashier. She thought she would endure it until she would graduate and find a better job.
She withstood it until she was going to graduate in a month. And yet, another blow hit
