FaMiLy (Father and Mother i Love you)

As I read Tuesdays with Morrie and a discussion about family was tackled, I can’t help but think of my own family. It’s been 5 month since they left me (left ba talaga?).

Morrie said “The fact is, there is no foundation, no secure ground, upon which people may stand today if it isn’t the family. It’s become quite clear to me as I’ve been sick. If you don’t have support and love and caring and concern that you get from a family, you don’t have much at all. Love is so supremely important. As our great poet Auden said, ‘Love each other or perish.’”

I can totally relate to Morrie, it’s been clear to me since my heart took a beating that scarred me for the rest of my life. I really appreciate it every time they call me at the middle of night, asking me if I’m ok, consoling me about what happened. My mom would always end our conversation with “I love you” every time we talk, but I always laugh out loud and she would end up laughing too. But this time it’s different, I would answer back with “I love you.” Mas naging cheesy ata ako sa family ko. Hehehe!

“..Sure people would come visit, friends, associates, but it’s not the same as having someone who will not leave. It’s not the same as having someone whom who know has an eye on you, is watching you the whole time. This is part of what a family is about, not just love, but letting others know there’s someone who is watching out for them. Nothing else will give you that. Not money. Not fame. Not work.”

So true. Though were miles apart, I can still feel their presence, they are watching me. Hehehe! Constantly checking on me, but I know they trust me. They’re just concern.