A mother’s love is boundless, but what happens when the person she loves the most sees her as a stranger?
After losing her husband in a tragic accident, A mother is left with a son who resents her. Eli blames her for his father’s death and shuts her out completely, finding solace in his friends and the trouble they bring. No matter how hard she tries to reach him, the distance between them only grows wider.
But everything changes the day she discovers that she is running out of time. With only a year left to live, she makes a silent promise—she will spend her remaining days trying to reconnect with her son, even if to him, she is nothing more than a stranger.
Khen P. Julia is a 16-year-old aspiring writer from the Philippines, who has made remarkable strides in campus journalism. Specializing in feature and column writing, Khen’s passion for storytelling and commentary has set him apart. His dedication and skill earned him a spot as a qualifier for the prestigious National Schools Press Conference (NSPC) 2024—one of the most sought-after competitions for young journalists in the country.
