We are so much like our parents. All throughout the time we spend with them we observe them, learn from them, and copy them. We think and say "yeah, I want to learn to be like this" or "no, I would never do this". Every action is scrutinized and dissected into the smallest pieces so that we know what's going on. Why Dad said this? How he said it? Was it the right thing to do? Where and when can I use this?
As a kid I used to be amazed at how Dad could make people do work for him. I had always wondered whether I would ever be able to do this. Now that I have grown up and observed him more closely, I want to learn even more. Today was the first time I (consciously) used what I learnt, the way to talk to people, whom to approach, what to say, etc. And now all I want to say is "Thanks Dad".
As for Mom, the more I learn the less it is. How to handle relationships, how to utilize time when you are alone, etc I've learnt it all from her. The softer side of me and maybe the meaner side too is all from her. After all you do inherit the bad genes too.
I adore my Dad and yet my admiration is never outright. It is always hidden beneath all the scoldings I lash on him. I am like him in so many ways like my temperament, some of my habits, etc. Yet I am like my mom so much too my nature, my creativity, etc. After all we are a part of them only.
Love you both. Would have been a nobody without your love and support. :) :)
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