My mother's determination and my father's passion for reading.
My father figure has been absent in my life. However, despite his absence, I know that somehow I carry something of him with me, just as I carry in me the legacy of my mother, who had to play the role of father and mother at the same time.
From my father, I inherited his passion for reading. Although I did not have the opportunity to share moments with him to talk about books or exchange literary recommendations, I feel that this love for reading is something that flows in my veins thanks to him. Reading has helped me develop my creativity, expand my mind and find refuge in words during difficult times. For me, reading is a trait that I deeply value and that has been a great help in life.
There have been countless times that I have lived adventures in foreign countries, I have studied a lot, I have known foreign customs, I have lived the history of the creation of the world, I met the dinosaurs, I have been on other planets, I have fought for the emancipation of my country, I have tried to learn other languages, I have become addicted to movies, I have known great empires, I have appreciated the goodness of human beings and abhorred evil, I have delved into the emotions and feelings of people, all this thanks to reading books and newspapers since I was a child.
On the other hand, from my mother I inherited her determination and inner strength. Raising me alone was not an easy task for her, but she always stood firm and fought to provide us with a decent life, the best possible education, and the implantation of values that have helped me to develop in life.
That strength that he carried within him, the same strength he passed on to me, has driven me to keep going in times of adversity, to not give up in the face of difficulties and to have faith that I can overcome any obstacle that comes my way.
Many times I have made mistakes and given in to my stubbornness, but inside me I hear a voice telling me to keep going, not to faint and above all to learn from my mistakes.
Both traits, passion for reading and determination, have been fundamental pillars in my life. They have helped me to grow as a person, to face challenges with courage and not to give up in the pursuit of my dreams. These are characteristics that I value and pass on to my daughter. I believe that inheriting these positive traits from my parents is a priceless gift, and I would be proud to be able to share them with the next generation.
Although my father's absence has left a void in my life, I know that I carry some of him with me through my love of reading. And my mother's strength and determination have been the compass that has guided me through the toughest of times. I am grateful for the traits I have inherited from my parents, and especially those of my mother that have allowed me to be a good father and a good husband.
Happy beginning of the week to all, this is my proposal for the topic:
From My Mom And Dad: Apart from looks, tell us one trait or characteristics you got from your father, and then one that you got from your mother. How has this helped you in life? Is this something you enjoy and you would love to pass on to your kids? Let us know.
I look forward as always to reading your comments and excellent posts about this topic.
The first image is a collage made with the graphic editor program Canva, the pictures are my own, being taken with my Umidigi F2 cell phone (books) and my Casio digital camera (the day of my wedding).
The second and third images are my property and were taken with my Iphone4 cell phone.
The reading culture that you inherited from your dad is good oooo. I have been battling with reading especially when the book is voluminous to over 200pages.
What a trait you have.
Sometimes you have to make efforts with books, if reading is useful to learn a subject in school or college sometimes it becomes tedious, but we must remember that we do it with a purpose, to understand a process or to apply some knowledge. Remember the saying "The goal justifies the means", and in this case the means are books and reading itself. There are digital books, I am also fond of these but in many occasions my sight has been affected by the brightness and luminosity of the screens, in these cases I avoid the applications that read books, they seem to me cold and soulless voices, besides they do not express emotions.
I assure you that if the book manages to move you in some way you read it quickly even if it has 500 pages. Best regards.
Reading is an act that will take someone to a very great height.
You won't know unless you read and you can't enjoy reading unless you've got it in you to always pick out words and sit down to read... It's just something you ought to have developed because reading gets easier with the will to read.
It's an irreplaceable virtue you've picked and I hope to see them in your children.
Beautiful publication
Reading is a joy, where you are forced to imagine and think about what the author writes and describes. It helps to develop our thoughts and to question many beliefs. When there is no light, no television, when you want to relax, there is nothing better than a good book.
That's very true
Many don't have the passion for reading, thank God you got that from dad. Reading helps to expand our knowledge.
What happens is that everything has been given to us on a silver platter, technology has advanced so much that through the applications we read books and news, also we have a hectic pace of life that prevents us from taking things calmly and give us time to read, thus not forming the habit of reading.
Oh , sorry about that, but the passion for reading you pick from him will continue to remind you of him. And your mom's determination, that's a gold you should hold on to.
Hello, thank you for sharing this personal reflection on the traits you inherited from your parents. Your story is a powerful testament to the ways in which our parents shape us, even in their absence.
Your father's passion for reading, though not directly passed on to you through shared experiences, has clearly deeply influenced you. It's wonderful to hear how this love for literature has enriched your life, broadening your horizons and providing comfort and solace.
Your tribute to your mother's determination and strength is very touching. It's clear that her resilience in the face of adversity has been a powerful model for you, inspiring you to persevere through your own challenges.
Your reflections on these inherited traits and your intention to pass them on to your daughter show the enduring impact of parental influence. It's a beautiful illustration of the way in which the lessons we learn from our parents can ripple through generations.
Thank you for sharing your experiences and insights. Your story is a reminder of the profound impact our parents can have on our lives.
The most delicate and difficult job in the world is that of being parents and transmitting values to future generations. Reading enriches, even if we do it through digital media, (although I prefer a good physical book).
I thank God that my mother's advice has helped me to overcome difficult problems.
Just like you, I also didn't have my biological father figure present in my life. But thankfully, you inherited the love for reading, which takes us far! Especially with all the determination your mother exemplifies. Excellent post. Thank you for sharing with us.
Thank you very much for your impressions, for me there is no greater example of dedication and devotion than that of a mother. I thank God that among the good things my father left me, I inherited the passion for reading.