The So Called “New Normal”
Written by: Aileen P. Valverde
It was a bright Sunday morning at the beach. I am at the shore happily enjoying myself with the cool breeze of the wind that touches my face and the calmness brought about by the waves kept ringing on my ears. It was such a lovely scene just looking at the vastness of the deep, blue sea. It soothes my weary soul for I have been through a lot for the past few weeks. Being at the beach is always a welcome experience for me. It brings back my strength and vitality that I will need when I get back to the city. That’s why from time to time; I want to pamper myself with a treat at the beach. As I was about to dive at the crystal water, someone knocked hardly on my door, it was Mother waking me up for I have a virtual meeting with my principal at exactly 8:00. I really thought that it was real, but being in this so called “new normal” it would still be far from reality!
Comprehension Check-up:
1. When did the story happen?
2. Where did it happen?
3. Who do you think is narrating in the story?
4. Why do you think the author love to go to the beach?
5. What are the things that made her feel happy going to the beach?​