Dearest Ashley,
Friday morning on the drive to school, Mummy shared with you the story of a wheelchair-bound couple and their three beautiful children. The couple performed ballroom dancing in a Taiwan variety show. They practised six hours every day and when they fell, they got up by themselves. Their perseverance paid off - They represented Taiwan in international competitions held in US, Mexico, etc. Their eyes sparkled as they shared their overseas experience.
The most touching part was when their three lovely children showed their support to their parents. They were so proud of their parents. The eldest expressed her love for her parents, the middle daughter expressed her gratitude and happiness while the youngest son thanked her mum for preparing nutritious breakfast for the family everyday.
The family may not have the means to buy expensive things, eat at high-end restaurant or go for overseas vacation, but you could feel their happiness and contentment. I'm sure their three children went through hard knocks in life more than any regular kid. I think one of the most important things they learned is not to compare but be grateful to their parents who went through hardship to raise them up.
We tend to compare, even Mummy is guilty of it. From now on, we must learned to be grateful to the people around us, be contented with what we have and be very positive in challenging times. Love you, my compassionate boy.
Hugs,
Mummy dearest
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