Since going to the US, my mum told me that my little image misses me alot. Her health hasn't been well of late so I decided to take make a home trip to spend some time with her and to help my mum take care of her.
It has been an emotional week as although it is only been 4 months since I last saw her. Her health had deteriorated quite a bit and it is just really saddening to see her in this state.
We had a few visitors over the past days and one of them gave a suggestion that we write down all the memories we have of her; compile into a book and we can seek solace in times of need.
I decided to start this with the rest of my siblings and hope they will be have the same mind as me.
For myself, I've always taken the family for granted especially after stepping into the working society. It was a time of ME, MYSELF and I. I missed out on so many things until 6 years ago. It was then that I realized my family and family ties are the most important thing in the world. No matter what you do, you can always return home just like the prodigal son and parents will just welcome that prodigal son home with open arms and without any qualms. I was once that prodigal son.
Although it's been 7 years, I realized that these 6 years still aren't enough time for me to make whatever amends I need to make. These 6 years aren't enough to make up for the lost time with my family. Some may say that there are still many more years to make amends but time and tide indeed waits for no man. Life is so unpredictable so my current thoughts are to treasure and cherish each moment with the people you care about; not just with words but with action. Not just with money but with sincerity and genuine love.
