My dad - He is a straight person who has taught me life lessons and skills for me to be a better person. He doesn't say love very often, but he shows his love through times he has spent with me, things he has done for me, and words he has told me. To me, he is the most secure base that I have. He gives me suggestions, always makes time for me to listen to me and discuss things with me. He points out problems that I do wrong and helps me solve problems. Although he doesn't express his feelings that much, I understand that he loves me and is always besides me.
My mom - My mom is a very caring and thoughtful lady. She used to work in a travel company and we had a lot of opportunities to travel around the world when I was young. She is also a very happy and easy-going person who makes us happy and is always ready to listen. She gives me support and shows me directions when I get confused on my future. I feel so grateful that I have a supporting and loving family.
My childhood friend Neko - We have known each other since 6 years old. We were in the same class from elementary school all the way to high school. We shared everything and we had no secrets. Even though I have moved to Canada, we still keep in touch with each other. She shows me support by always willing to listen to me, staying with me when I feel depressed, and making me feel special. We were, and still are each others' best friends and I remember the words she said to me, "you are like another me on the opposite side of the world."
My other childhood friend Claire - We have also known each other since 6 years old and were in the same class from elementary school to high school. We used to go to school and go home together, and spent all of our leisure times together exploring the unknown world. She was and has been a good listener throughout the years and has always provided the best suggestions/solutions to my problems. She made me feel special when I was young because she always helped me with my problems and school works. She made me laugh when I was upset and stood besides me when I needed help.
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| Our dog Peter was one of the most important family members. We grew up together and he had stayed with us for 17 years. He passed away this year, but left us with invaluable memories. |
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| My best childhood friends. From left to right: me, Neko, and Claire. |
LuFei,
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing the pictures of your family and friends. Your relationship with your dad sounds similar to mine. He rarey says I love you, but all the things he has done for me shows me that he loves me. I love the picture of your dog too! I totally forgot my dog at my parents house, but he is such a great companion!!
LuFei,
ReplyDeleteI didn't grow up with my father, but I use to wonder what it would have been like. I didn't meet my dad until I was 25. At that point in my life it wasn't important to me, but I gave him a chance. I call him on occasions. My children visit him each time we go home to visit. Men sometimes have a problem verbally expressing themselves, but no problem in showing it. You are very blessed to have that supportive father in your life.
Hello LuFei,
ReplyDeleteIt is really wonderful that you had close friends when you were growing up. Even though you did not have siblings, your close friends served as your siblings. My father left my family when I was 5. My mother taught me how to everything. It is a blessing to have both of your parents for support. Thank you for sharing.