This tradition represents more than just a meal, it's a cornerstone of family life that I hope to pass down through the generations. My dad would narrate stories of the tortoise and the pig, also sing for us the olden days song for us, to the extent that we were always waiting eagerly for night to come. That's what children loves (funny moment)
My dad takes our schoolwork seriously. He would always instill discipline in his children. He always makes sure we do our homework in his presence and gathered us together on weekends to study. For a child who's so stubborn, he doesn't tolerate laziness and indiscipline. Doing assignments ourselves in his absence later became a routine for us.
Another important thing I learned from my dad is generosity. Whenever we go out, he always gives money to the needy. I didn't understand why he always do that at first, but now that I'm older, I've picked up the same habit. I'm grateful to him for teaching me that.
As a reflect on my upbringing, I recognize the importance of leading by example in shaping children's values and beliefs. My parent strives to embody qualities such as kindness, empathy,discipline and resilience in their daily interactions, serving as a positive role model for us [their children] to emulate. Through their actions and words, they imparted a valuable life lessons that will guide us [their children] on our journey to adulthood. When I become a parent myself, I would love to replicate all these cherished rituals in my children.
THE PART I NEVER WANTED TO RECREATE IN BRINGING UP MY CHILDREN.
My dad only cared about our education and ignored the skills each of us had. I know education is important, but he didn't see the value in our other talents. I was determined to excel academically, but one of my siblings wanted to join a football academy, and my parents ignored his talent and pushed him towards school instead. My brother has always felt sad because he wasn't allowed to pursue his passion till now.
I'm Determined not to repeat the same mistakes with my own children, I always wanted to create a more balanced approach to education. I believe in nurturing my children's passions and interests, rather than imposing unrealistic expectations upon them. Instead of focusing solely on grades and achievements, I want my children to pursue personal growth and fulfillment, even if it means taking a different path than the one I traveled.
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The parents of those days were the best✌️
If we all can follow their examples, maybe the world will be in a better place someday.
Exactly.... The kind of discipline they instill in children those days ehn... It needs to be studied unlike nowadays when some parents do not even care about their children's academic performance. Some parents don't even get time to spend with their children.
Everything is wrong this days of internet and computer age
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STOPI love that part about instilling generosity in you. I think kindness and charity are one of the greatest virtues to have and it's wonderful that you all possess it.
But yeah, I agree with the skill part too. Every aspect of your kids' talents should be explored. Wonderful writing!
I'm telling you sometimes, something would just come to my mind and I will start praying for my Dad for the upbringing.
Thanks for the compliments 👏