Tuesday, August 23, 2011

Hold on, Son

Marvell was sitting in the sofa,reading his favorite book, Jovial was being tutored by my lovely wife,preparing him for exam and as for me I was with Marvell reading my magazine, then suddenly...........

Then suddenly, Marvell was asking something like this,"Papa, what is the meaning of "FIEND" ?" I looked at him and honestly telling him that I myself had no idea what that word was but I said this to him.......

I said "You hold on, son, Papa will check it out right away for the meaning of that word for you and at the same time I can learn too" Marvell being himself is ever so appreciative to what I would do for him.

In a jiffy, I found the meaning of "fiend" I explained to him and profusely he said "thank you " to me and even in this little gesture, I felt so happy and proud for I did not shut him off, telling him that I was reading my magazine and did not wish to be disturbed and before he hop back to his sofa he said,"Papa I appreciate you"

I guess, as a parent those little gestures are more important than giving them expensive gifts,that's my honest opinion and sometimes it is good to tell our children that we are learning too just like them.

P/S : Son, I care


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21 comments:

  1. Small KucingAugust 23, 2011 at 1:54 AM

    good for you :)

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  2. Henry LeeAugust 23, 2011 at 3:05 AM

    that's so good... ur son is really fortunate. My dad doesnt know any English and I only understand the meaning of fiend after my high school...

    Peace Out!
    The CleverMunkey

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  3. johnnie limAugust 23, 2011 at 6:51 AM

    we should not be seen too busy when our children wants our attention. if we do they will get their attention elsewhere and that may be too late.

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  4. ReanaclaireAugust 23, 2011 at 7:51 AM

    My girl also asked me meaning of words at times.. and there are times I am lazy to to go dig dictionary.. unless the pc is on.. then easy..
    by the way, what is fiend..

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  5. ChrisAuAugust 23, 2011 at 9:13 AM

    Wonderful!

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  6. [SK]August 23, 2011 at 10:03 AM

    yeah, i think it's a nice move to help him find that out, and at the same time learn together.. or else if you just shut him up, you are then an absolute FIEND already, haha!! :D

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  7. YannieAugust 23, 2011 at 10:28 AM

    This is good to be my reminder, I am always busy with my things. I will try to improve. Thanks.

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  8. Isaac TanAugust 23, 2011 at 10:29 AM

    Nice, this way you both learn!! :)

    lol, and bro, my camera ok la, for a compact its one of the best already. Just that i did not on flash that night.. >< sorry for poor quality photos bro.

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  9. wennAugust 23, 2011 at 10:38 AM

    true, sometimes I myself don't know the meaning of certain words n I have to check the dictionary too..

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  10. UnknownAugust 23, 2011 at 10:52 AM

    Agreed here...My son always asked me what this word and that, I never ignored him. I explain to him with examples so he would understand better. My son at his age now, so curious in everything. This, where, what and why? I always be prepared and sometimes look thru the dictionary is good too!

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  11. OkayarmsAugust 23, 2011 at 11:27 AM

    "Papa, I appreciate you."

    That's deep, man ;) I would feel really good inside if my future son said that to me.

    And ya, gifts are nothing compared to actions. Hehee.

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  12. இ Baŋäŋaz இAugust 23, 2011 at 11:44 AM

    Good to learn with the children together and to have fellowship but could have some side effects when they become too dependent on you. Would suggest get him a dictionary and let him search for the meaning and allow him the privilege to share the meaning with you instead of you telling him. Same parable of giving him a fish a day vz teaching him how to fish. My 2 sen..~;).

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  13. HappySurferAugust 23, 2011 at 12:29 PM

    Sweet! Memories are made of these..

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  14. suituapuiAugust 23, 2011 at 1:13 PM

    Buy him an electronic dictionary...or a Blackberry or stuff like that - can use an online dictionary...or just google. LOL!!!

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  15. yvonneAugust 23, 2011 at 1:21 PM

    Kudos, Eugene. I find no reason for not guiding our children. Isn't it our responsibility to prepare them for their future?

    I try to be attentively to my children's needs, always :)

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  16. MerrynAugust 23, 2011 at 1:31 PM

    so what IS the meaning of 'fiend' Eugene? U got me there. I got to google it out too!

    U r a great dad!

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  17. Coffee GirlAugust 23, 2011 at 2:44 PM

    Oh this definitely got me clicking on my dictionary.com too. Haha. I forgot what fiend means.

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  18. Alice LawAugust 23, 2011 at 4:04 PM

    He is grateful to have you, my hubby would certainly tell him, "Don't kacau!"

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  19. YuinTingAugust 23, 2011 at 6:06 PM

    You are a good dad :-)

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  20. HayleyAugust 23, 2011 at 10:57 PM

    Yes, sometimes little gestures touch our heart most.

    Wishing you a nice evening Eugene!

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  21. Twilight ManAugust 24, 2011 at 12:38 PM

    I am so happy to hear you LOVE! So touching!

    My dad was different, he asked me to look into dictionary myself as he wanted me to be independent! I really appreciate that too as I was reading newspapers since 7 years old. Today I am freelancing as a copywriter for 3 advertising agencies. I came a long way.

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