René and Joanne met on a bus from Koh Phangan to Bangkok on the 15th of April, 2008. Though both enjoying the perks of singlehood, the chemistry was right and the end of island-hopping/backpacking turned into something extraordinary. They conversed for almost 6 straight hours -- on and off the bus. They talked about many, many things -- interests, travels, family, faith, friends, culture, future plans -- except their contact details. René was very much enthusiastic but Joanne wasn't sure if their encounter was a mere acquaintance, or meant to be a lifelong connection. Upon arriving at the unexpected bus stop, lost in trance, they headed towards opposite directions. Unknowingly, they decided to test fate by going separate ways and seeing if destiny could bring them back together...
Joanne, having known a few places René was planning to go to with his remaining 5 days in Bangkok, took the chance to look for him, hoping and praying that they could bump into each other once again -- from the crowded aisles of MBK to the vastness of Chatuchak Weekend Market. As a final resort, the thought of going to the airport tempted her, since she knew what day he was heading back to Germany. But going there, unaware of the time and airline, eventually discouraged her. From that day on, Joanne thought of other ways to reach him, and finally decided to take the journey through the internet. And so, with her best friend's help, this blog came into existence.
An announcement was posted in Mojo Spills 2 days after their encounter, with some of the details Joanne learned about René. She hopes that this could lead her to him in some way. So, dear friends, please...
Joanne, having known a few places René was planning to go to with his remaining 5 days in Bangkok, took the chance to look for him, hoping and praying that they could bump into each other once again -- from the crowded aisles of MBK to the vastness of Chatuchak Weekend Market. As a final resort, the thought of going to the airport tempted her, since she knew what day he was heading back to Germany. But going there, unaware of the time and airline, eventually discouraged her. From that day on, Joanne thought of other ways to reach him, and finally decided to take the journey through the internet. And so, with her best friend's help, this blog came into existence.
An announcement was posted in Mojo Spills 2 days after their encounter, with some of the details Joanne learned about René. She hopes that this could lead her to him in some way. So, dear friends, please...
Help me find René!!!
10 comments:
Very cool, jho! Good luck!
Gale
René, just in case you get scared, let me vouch for my friend here. She's not crazy, nor is she a stalker. And she remembers so many details of your conversation because she's a good listener, hehehe.
She's a totally awesome gal. But you should have gotten the idea already (6 hours!) :)
I wish you the best of luck Joanne.
René, I've known Joanne for years also, she is an extraordinary woman.
If God wills it, you two will meet again :)
Goodluck Jo! Hope you do meet again. And if you do, I hope he's the ONE.
Hello everyone! Thanks for all your touching comments.
Gale: Thank you for thinking of this as a "cool" thing. Honestly, I'm quite nervous about this hehe.
Jeff: My dear bugaw friend, thanks for all those kind words. We really don't want to scare anybody off.
Paul: Thank you for the blessing. Thank you for the friendship. God bless you always.
Ice: Ok, that definitely threw me overboard! I only wish to get René's contact details and keep in touch! Then we'll see from there! Haha! Well, he really seems to be a good person. Anyway, thanks for the thought! :D
Ano na yan? ANO TA DAE MO HINAGAD ANG NUMBER?????? May apod jan..you know what! Imagine all the trouble you're going through just because you forgot to say "Could i get your email ad????" SUSMARYOSEP! Or talagang gusto mo ma-serendipity? SI_RENE-DI -PUTI? or SI_RENE_YITIM??? Good luck sa search mo. Garo ka naman naghanap ning tungay sa dalnak!
Incci: Hahaha, pa-page naman when you fly to Germany! Thanks sis :D Ituloy ang rampa sa ere!
Kenji: Thanks for visiting! I will drop by the site you recommended. God bless :D
Good luck. I sure hope you find Rene!
Hey Laurie! Thanks for the comment... and for dropping by :D I visited your site, your babies look wonderful :D God bless you and your family!
I will plan my next trip on Phuket. My destination is the beach. I knew that beaches in Phuket is very beautiful during Nov till March. If i go there, i will share my traveling picture and blog as well. I like your story so much....
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