In our lifetime, we'll meet many people. Some whom we approach sincerely might disappoint us, while others may invest their whole hearts, but we remain indifferent. People long for their efforts to be respected and their sincerity reciprocated. Each encounter we experience essentially is predetermined.
Fate brings people
together; without fate, even being close won't make you close, but with it, you
can feel connected even if separated by thousands of miles.
If no debts
existed, how would there be encounters? Indeed, meetings between individuals
are predestined. In our future lives, these three types of relationships must
be remembered and cherished because once lost, they cannot be regained.
The Greatest Act is the Unrewarded Act
of Bringing Up
Firstly, we
must remember our parents' act of bringing up. As the saying goes, "The
grace of giving birth and raising you is greater than the sky." This grace
is impossible to repay in one's lifetime. From our birth to growing up, our
parents have been meticulous in their care for us, something we owe them for
our entire lives.
There's a
story that goes: An old man went to a cellphone repair shop to check what was
wrong with his phone. The technician couldn't find any issue and told the old
man his phone was fine. The old man, upon hearing this, burst into tears,
"If the phone is fine, then why doesn't my child call me?" This story
deeply touches my heart.
As we grow
older, we often forget our parents. In the hustle and bustle of work, we tend
to overlook them, sometimes not calling for a long time. Yet, our parents are
always concerned about us. Even when you're away from home, they always keep
their phones close, volume turned up high, afraid to miss your call. Despite
understanding our busy lives, they choose to quietly wait. When the call
finally arrives, they want to convey their longing for us but still inquire
about our well-being, and that's enough for them.
Did you know?
Their expression of happiness without reporting their worries is only
surface-level. Once the call ends, they can't control their emotions, and tears
flow because they miss us immensely.
"The
term 'parents' refers to those who, looking at your back, are always filled
with joy and sadness, wanting to embrace you but are afraid to show it."
As time
passes and we grow wiser, the bond with our parents begins to fade. While
they're still around, give them a call, visit home more often, and don’t wait
until it's too late to feel remorseful about the missed opportunities.
Mutual Care, Love that Never Gives Up
Are you like
me, not envy couples kissing on the streets but rather admire the elderly
holding hands while strolling at dusk?
Many people
believe that love is easy to come by but hard to sustain in the long run.
However, I've always believed that a wonderful relationship nurtures an individual,
making both people even better.
I have a
friend who has been in a relationship with her boyfriend for ten years. When
she decided to start her own business, she had to be in a long-distance
relationship with her boyfriend. I asked her if she was worried about the
stability of their relationship.
She said,
"We've been together for so long, not only relying on each other but also
supporting each other. He supports my decisions, and at the same time, I
consider our future together. We cherish each other, and that's what makes our
relationship enduring."
Indeed, only
through cherishing can a relationship endure.
In
relationships, companionship is the most enduring form of declaration of love.
Parents may pass away first, children might have their own families, but the
right person will accompany you through life's ups and downs and share the
trivialities of daily life with you.
Love doesn't
require grand gestures, but you must understand and cherish those who quietly
accompany you, especially your significant other. In any relationship, there
are mutual sacrifices. Moderate sacrifice is love, but excessive sacrifice can
become dangerous.
Responses
foster communication, and cherishing is what makes love last. Never assume that
any contribution is taken for granted. In the long passage of time, cherish the
one who has always been by your side.
The Helping Hand in times of trouble
There's a
saying: "Life doesn't always go as planned, eight or nine times out of
ten." Everyone goes through times of disappointment and destitution, but not
everyone is fortunate enough to be helped by others.
Only time can
verify a person's sincerity. Those who unhesitatingly support you in your most
difficult moments, those who accompany you through your adversities, are the
people most deserving of your gratitude and appreciation.
There's a
story about a pair of good friends—an average-sized person and an overweight
person. These friends had known each other for many years, always assisting
each other, and passing through many difficult moments together.
One day, the
overweight friend asked the average-sized one, "Why have you always wanted
to be friends with me?" The average-sized friend replied, "In the
past, others used to bully me because I was weak and thin. Only you were
willing to protect me. Then, when I faced difficulties in my business, everyone
else avoided me, but you were the only one willing to lend me money. Although
you are a bit stingy, straightforward, and sometimes say hurtful things, I
still feel that being friends with you is wonderful."
The most
challenging people to encounter in life are those who help you in your times of
trouble, who are willing to help you through tough times, and treat you
sincerely. Because everyone is willing to share joy, but not everyone can have
the friendship that offers help in difficult times.
Perhaps only
through experiencing adversity can one truly see who is sincere and who is not.
For those who genuinely treat you well, always hold a heart of gratitude. The
way to repay is beyond measure; this kind of friendship is both rare and
precious.
"In this
world, when you meet someone who treats you sincerely remain a few."
Therefore, those who ultimately remain by your side are the most precious. Only
through cherishing will the path of life become brighter.
Even the most
vigorous campfire, without added wood, will gradually die out. Similarly, even
two deeply loving individuals, if they don't cherish each other, can become
strangers.
When care
diminishes, the relations become distant. As the relations become distant,
emotions fade. Once the emotions fade, it's impossible to return to the past.
May you learn to be grateful in your remaining years, thanking every person who
has helped you.
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