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Cannot Eat Fruit First

On a sunny morning, Lilis had prepared eagerly to give some fresh fruit to Alifa. However, when Alifa was about to eat the fruits that had been peeled and cut by her cousin's brother, suddenly the doctor came and approached them both. Lilis looked a bit shocked and confused by the doctor's presence, but she still smiled politely.

The doctor smiled kindly. "Sorry, Mom, I have to stop you for a moment. Alifa should not eat fruits for a while."

Lilis frowned in confusion. "Why, Doc? Are not fruits healthy and good for the recovery of Alifa?"

"Yes, actually fruits are rich in nutrients that are good for health. However, under certain conditions like this, Alifa needs to undergo a special diet. He was only allowed to drink the red guava juice for a while," the doctor explained.

Alifa thought that her doctor was joking. He responded with a smile. "So for the next two years, I can't eat fruit, Doc? Well, the princess doesn't eat fruit, Doc. Fear of fruit poisoning like in the movie Barbie yes, Doc, the witch who loves apples. The princess is asleep. The prince came, kissed her. Her face, wake up the princess. Uh, yeah, right? Barbie-barbie's movie. Well, that's just the point. Try googling later, Doc." Alifa laughed a little. His style of speech is very distinctive and if he has spoken, yes he will continue to talk like a parrot. However, Alifa spoke only if needed. Not directly struck like lightning. He takes great care of ethics in his attitude.

The doctor shook his head while smiling listening to the chatter from Alifa. "No, Alifa. I need to give a clearer explanation. You can start eating fruits again after your condition has completely recovered. But, this will indeed take time, and you need to follow the predetermined diet rules."

Alifa was a little disappointed and felt very tormented and disappointed to hear that she should not eat fruits for the next two years. It was like a nightmare for Alifa who used to love fruits so much and now had to face the fact that she had to avoid them for quite a long period of time.

"Hmm .., okay, Doctor. If this is for my recovery, then I will follow it" said Alifa. The flower was fresh, it withered. Alifa looked down with her face bent.

Lilis sympathized "Don't worry, Alifa. Alak will still provide fresh red guava juice for you every day. We're gonna do this together." They speak in Lampung language.

Nisa, Alifa's mother, rubbed Alifa's head. "You can definitely get through this, son. Our family will always support you."

Although Alifa felt disappointed to have to avoid fruits for some time to come, she remained steadfast and received advice from doctors with roomy chest. The support from Lilis and her family made her feel stronger and confident that she would recover fully soon. Her recovery journey may be long, but Alifa is confident that along with the right care and support, she will go through this difficult time and return to being as healthy as ever.

Inside the small room, the atmosphere was even more moody. Alifa felt frustrated that her appointment with her guidance counselor had to be canceled, and now she also had to refrain from her fondness for eating fruits. All of those feelings were mixed in Alifa's heart, coupled with her still frail condition and having to be hospitalized.

However, in the midst of that sadness and discomfort, Alifa felt lucky to have the support of her family members, especially her mother who had always been by her side during the treatment period. The existence of the family made Alifa feel stronger in the face of this ordeal. Alifa's mother was also very attentive in making sure Alifa got the food that was in accordance with the doctor's advice.

Rosa, alak Alifa, well if in Indonesian, alak it's "uak" yes, guys! He also provides real support by always bringing food to the Alifa family and making sure Alifa remains fulfilled his needs during his hospital stay. The spirit and laughter of Rosa and her family became solace for Alifa in her difficult situation.

Although Alifa was feeling sad and frustrated, she knew that this was a necessary step for her recovery and health. He will fight through these difficult times and try to keep living with high spirits. While in the hospital, Alifa plans to make the best use of time to study and try to stay productive even in a limited environment.

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At night, the sky is filled with beautiful stars, and the sound of crickets creates a cozy natural atmosphere. Although the atmosphere outside was so boisterous, Alifa felt bored because of the limitations of activity. He tried to entertain himself by opening social media, but the content is monotonous and uninteresting. Cannot write or post to his website because it does not carry a laptop and must keep the mind calm. He or she needs to take a complete break from campus routines and other activities, except worship. Unfortunately, Alifa is difficult to pray when sick because it always menstruates when hospitalized.

As the night wore on, Alifa lay in her bed with her eyes fixed on the beautiful night sky. He pondered how great God's creation was as radiated through the glittering stars in the sky. The consistent sound of crickets buzzing was like inviting him to contemplate in silence.

Alifa felt somewhat uneasy because of the limitations of her activities, but she tried to find comfort in prayer and worship. He realized that when he was sick, prayer was not mandatory, so he tried to understand his condition with chest roomy.

In the middle of a quiet night, Alifa decided to open a Quran reading app on her phone. He felt a sense of tranquility and peace as he chanted the holy verses. In each of his curves and prostrations, Alifa felt closer to the Creator, and that gave her the peace of heart she so desperately needed.

Although boredom still haunts him, Alifa tries to be patient and accept the situation with a chesty air. He realized that in silence tonight, he had a chance to draw closer to God more deeply. He hopes to recover quickly so he can return to his usual activities, but he knows that rest and patience are the keys to the recovery process.

With a calmer mind and a more resigned heart, Alifa finally fell asleep with a somewhat relieved feeling. He believes that in all situations, there are wisdom and lessons to be learned. While waiting to return to activity, he is committed to always take care of himself and maintain health in order to be more productive in the future.

Morning arrived with sunlight slowly infiltrating through the window of Alifa's room. He woke up feeling refreshed and ready for a new day. The presence of the morning light reminded him of new hope and the opportunity to appreciate each moment more.

After resting overnight, Alifa felt more energetic and decided to talk to her parents and medical team about her desire to worship despite being ill. They also understandably support his decision and give wise advice on how Alifa can carry out his worship while maintaining health.

Although still limited to physical activity, Alifa took the time to deepen her knowledge of religion and various other fields that interest her. He read useful books and took online classes to broaden his horizons. With the help of technology, he stayed connected with friends on campus and shared stories and experiences.

While waiting for a full recovery, Alifa felt happy to be able to worship again and fill her days with useful activities. He understands that life does not always go according to plan, but he is committed to staying strong to face it with a positive and grateful attitude.

The night came again, the sky was decorated with sparkling stars that were just as beautiful. The sound of crickets was still loud, but this time Alifa felt more peaceful and happy. He knew that in every quiet night, he could find peace and contact with God through prayer and worship.

The story of Alifa teaches that in every trial and limitation, there are many opportunities to grow and develop. Although the silent night sometimes bored him, he realized that in it there is beauty that can be found by opening the heart and mind. With hope and confidence, Alifa stepped into the future with a stronger spirit, ready to face any challenges that approached her.

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