The Little Ones, Their Little Hugs and What They Mean to Me

For three evenings in a row, my nephew and niece ran out to the garage to give me hugs after I returned home from work. I am not sure why the sudden warmth from them since early this year, they stopped frequenting my room to play. Also, as they are beginning to have busy schedules, I only get to play with them on Sundays after their nap time.

I thought since I have less time with my nephew and niece, we will not be close anymore. After all, relationships with people are like the breakers. New relationships formed replace old relationships. I believe once my nephew starts attending Primary 1, he will have lessor time with me. As he grows up, different people will have different places in his life and very soon, I will just occupy a very small place in his heart.

Knowing this reality does not stop me from showering them with love and attention. I do not care about where I will be important in their hearts in the future. But, I care about whether I am maximising my time with them when they are available, and that we have great memories together. Therefore, whenever my nephew and niece want my company, I always give in and spend time with them.

So, for three evenings in a row, I got special hugs. My mum complained to my nephew and niece that she did not receive such warm greetings from the little ones. I am thankful to God that although I now have less time with the little ones, they have not forgotten my goodness to them and I still occupy a big place in their little hearts. Indeed, I am blessed with their favor and love to me in spite of reduced time with them.