Honouring our Parents

By the "twist of fate", this topic has been appearing and reappearing in my life.
Hey, I dont mention it in a scornful or bitter manner,
But it happens that ive been seeing and listening to the difficulties some of my friends go through.
The lengths they will go to keep to this principle- even if it means sacrificing something that costs them so so much. it hurts, a lot.

But they still do it.
Perhaps, in this modern day and age, youd think they are hen-pecked and over submissive and whatever... "we've got the freedom to choose man".. (most of us are blessed with very pampering backgrounds) uhuh, i dont disagree with this right...

But neither do i think, we should take our parents lightly and turn against the hands that raised us. I believe that as students and esp those who are still receiving their support, it is our responsibility to not neglect any disagreements they have about our lives.

Fair enough, some expectations are "unfair", some seem ridiculous. too imposing, too inhumane.
but i believe every parent loves his child. i dont know how much, i honestly dont, but i think ill find out in future. I believe every concern raised stems from pure love and care..i honestly, believe they want the best for us, and want us to be happy.

Maybe, its a matter of communication- of speaking to our parents in the love language they understand (it may not necessarily be the best we are at!), its matter about compromising on both sides, its about talking, serving, and breaking ice.. respect.

The Lord said,"Honour Your parents.."
He didnt mean it for peanuts.
sometimes, its hard, and we dont see any meaning behind anything...
it may seem stupid to you if youve never struggled.

But i know now, what it truly means to be unselfish and principled.
To respect the choices of our parents and not demand an instant obligatory "yes" to whatever we want in life.
Its about waiting on the Lord, waiting on them. its about wanting them to be happy as well
its assuring them that we are old enough to take care of ourselves... we may be kids in many ways...still. but we gotta grow up. we are safe. and no matter where we go in live, we'd never disown you, nor love you less. you hafta trust us.
If one day we ever do, may the hand of God be against us

In comparison to the friends ive been speaking with, Im a little peanut, indeed.
Perhaps, ive really been pampered a lot by my parents.
Im glad They are quite easy going in that sense..
But i know i can do better with some of my decisions, to honour them.

the amount of time and effort, not even mentioning the $$$ spent on me coming over here is tremendous. Im sorry ive failed you many times, but mummy and daddy, It is my greatest (2nd to God) honour and priviledge to be your daughter in this life... Thank You so much for everything.....