I'm no sinner nor saint... I'm just perhaps one of those that despite the bad elements that constantly surround us, I still stick to what I believe is good and is right, in general. At times, I find myself playing a role to people I know... making them realize that I may not be not a great example but a good warning to those on the verge of losing their moralities and values.
Bad (not totally) versus bad can sometimes help for others to see what's up while maintaining tact and some respect. I hate that role but it seems that it has to be that way sometimes because I felt I owe it to my own parents.
Growing up as a kid, my parents instilled in my mind... morals and values that helped me become polite and respectful although there are times, I have to admit, that I lose it sometimes... especially when push comes to shove. However, my parents did let me know that integrity and trust can go a long way when it comes to good character. They modeled the behavior that they want us, their kids in the family to display... holding us accountable for our actions and value honesty and integrity. They instilled morals that I would say, assisted us to become men and women with strong characters.
Our parents taught us some valuable things in life that I won't ever forget and which I will instill in the minds of my own children someday. I'm very lucky to have such good parents and here are some things I've learned:
- That a person whom others trust and who does what he/she says do earn the respect of others by his actions... integrity and trust can really do come a long way.
- That winning isn't everything... whether we lose or win a game, what matters most is that we understand the value of good sportsmanship.
- That we are accountable for our own actions.... unwise decisions and improper behavior have future consequences.
- That there are some things in life that can be addicting and has the potentials to take over our lives.
- That others take offense in foul languages.
- That money isn't everything that makes the world go round... It is greed and power... power corrupts peace and harmony.
- That there are some things in life that can't be bought and buy you real happiness... that superficial things can go away faster before you even realize it.
- That we should learn to hold dear what's worth it... like true friendships / relationships... know which one is real and which ones are the fair-weather-friends (people who are there when you have money or things that interest them but those who will not be there to pick you up when you fall).
- That either you get to be outsmarted or be the one to walk away from pathetic things or situations that will go nowhere.
- That unproductive people... people who got used in spoon-feeding... people who just wait for money to come easy and not working hard for it are just a waste of time, money and effort.
- That wealth acquired through an insecure lifestyle and that is marred by uncertainty, instability and excessive efforts is no wealth at all.
- That it is easy to hate and it is difficult to love.... all good things are difficult to achieve and the bad things are easy to get... just as it is hard to let go of good things but easy to let go of the bad things.
- That we should learn to appreciate, be contented and be thankful for what we have... smiling at the little blessings we get each day.
- That patience is a virtue.
- That the acts of this life will be the destiny of the next.
There are so many things that my parents instilled in my mind. Sometimes I break them, sometimes I don't or, I only realize it later on... which is still good than not having to remember them. I've been through a lot in my life but with what my parents taught me, I remain a good person as a whole.
Today, I get it really ...looking at other people how they waste their lives, I realized how important it is for parents to take some time to instill morality and values to the young.
To sum this all up, my parents did raise me well. I have cheated on my fears.... I have broken up with my doubts and got engaged to my faith. Now, with my moralities and values intact, I'm going to marry my dreams.
To mommy and daddy.... I love you both and thank you! Thanks also to Cody, Maxine and Felisa for being such great models for this blog... including myself LOL!