MY PARENTS, MY PRIDE

Dr. Samyam Bickram Pathak
MBBS, ECFMG Certified
Volunteer Doctor at Johns Hopkins Medicine

As humans, we have many ambitions and goals in life. We become very busy with our own needs, running after fulfilling them every day. Today, while walking around the neighborhood in a foreign land, I had a realization. I have come so far from Nepal, working hard to achieve my goals, but have I truly appreciated those who are the reasons for my success? Have we ever questioned who have been the real motivators behind our achievements? Who have been our constant supporters in our failures? Who are the ones who really cry with us in our failures and truly rejoice in our happiness? Who have such pure hearts in this world of selfishness? My answer was- my parents.

Today, I started missing them badly, and this feeling prompted me to share this piece of writing. Here in this foreign land, I see people making new friends and families, and some of them forget their parents’ hard work in providing a better upbringing for their children. Someone once said, “God could not be everywhere, so he made parents.” Parents play different roles in our lives, and each of their roles is very special. I realize how many sacrifices they have made for us without caring for themselves. Every small need of ours is taken care of by our parents. From our birth to school, to college, and until we earn a professional degree, parents are there for us at every stage of our lives. There has not been a single day when my parents haven’t asked if I took my lunch. As a child, I felt really safe in the arms of my parents.

We depend on our parents for every small need, and then one day, we suddenly become independent. We decide to leave the nest our parents have built for us as they have already given us wings. We fly to foreign lands, and our parents wait anxiously until we reach our destination. They don’t sleep properly until we say, “I reached here comfortably.” It’s a fact that every parent waits for a phone call, expecting to hear from their children in the foreign world. But have we been able to meet their expectations? We become so busy in this foreign land, but we must realize that just a simple, small phone call every day can bring a smile to their faces.

It’s high time that we realize the sacrifices of our parents. They have done so much for us. I once talked with my colleague who said there is a ‘generation gap’ and that her parents don’t understand her feelings. But I believe it depends on how we communicate our feelings to them. I am confident that no parent thinks wrongly for their children. Today, I feel lucky to have the best parents one could ever have in this whole world. In this foreign land, I miss our dinners, cinemas, shopping trips, and many more moments. But on the other hand, I have a feeling that I am working hard to fulfill my parents’ dreams so that one day I can hold their hands, independently and happily fulfilling their needs. I pray to God to let me be their support in their old age so that they can rely on me for everything. I want to make them proud, and that day will be my proudest day.

I recall the countless nights my parents stayed up late, worrying about my future, and the sacrifices they made to ensure I had the best opportunities. Their love is boundless, and their support is constant, even when I’m miles away. I remember my mother’s gentle hands wiping away my tears during tough times, and my father’s encouraging words pushing me to strive for excellence. These memories are etched in my heart, reminding me daily of the profound impact they have had on my life.

Lastly, I want to share a small message with everyone in foreign lands: your parents are your most valuable treasures, and they are not just your responsibility. They have given you the wings to fly anywhere today. So, please remember to take care of your parents and ensure that the reason behind their smiles is you. Even if you are very busy in this competitive world, I am confident everyone can take a moment to make a small phone call to their parents because they are always waiting to hear your voice. Make your parents happy, and trust me, you will be happy too. Realize their importance and spend some of your valuable time with them every day because they are your only precious jewels who think the best for you from their hearts, while the rest of the world offers only temporary happiness.

Finally, I believe I along with my brother (dada) and bhauju have always made our parents proud and will continue to do so because our parents are our pride. Remember, nobody on earth can ever love you more than your parents because they are your greatest wealth. They are the silent pillars of strength, the invisible hands guiding us, and the unsung heroes of our lives.

Cherish them, honor them, and above all, love them unconditionally, for they are the reason we stand tall and succeed.

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