Have you ever tried to sacrifice for the sake of your loved one?
Being the eldest doesn't mean that you have to expect special attention from your parents. Instead, you have to look up on your responsibilities in the family. The eldest should serve as a model to his/her brothers and sisters.
This morning, I woke up at 6:30 in the morning. I took a bath, I ate a heavy meal and left the house at 7:00 a.m. My schoolmates and I went to Hipodromo Elementary School to do our duties as volunteers. When we were to ride a jeepney going home, I received a text message coming from my mom. My heart suddenly ached. It stated that my brother was immediately sent to the hospital. I hurriedly went to our house to check if it is well secured before I go to the hospital. Then, I was informed that my brother has Bronchopneumonia-a lung disease. The doctor said that his lungs were filled with water and phlegm that's why he felt his back very painful.She said that leaving his back wet after he plays was the cause.
Suddenly, I remembered that I have to meet with my classmate because we have to make our project but I cancelled my appointment with her. I sent her a message stating, "I'm sorry. I can't come with you to do our project. Hope you'll understand." Isn't this a big sacrifice for a student like me? Yes, this is. To think, I have to accomplish all my projects to have a good grade to make my parents proud. But what is more important, a grade which helps you to reach your dreams or the life of a little boy who is hoping to be a doctor someday?
Some say that you have to think about others first before you prioritize yourself. This is one of the sacrifices one has to understand. You have to alot some of your time to situations like the one I shared a while ago.
Thank God! We finished our project and submitted it on time. God is good. If I was able to think about myself before others, I may pass the project on time but I may let time pass by without helping my brother.
My parents are thankful that they have a daughter like me. Honestly, I'm proud of myself because eventhough I'm too young to hold responsibilities, I made it!
I'll give you this Prologue taken from the book of Bodie and Brock Theone which is connected to my experience.
Losing someone or something often carries pain beyond measure. But it can also develop within us a heart of empathy for others if we allow God to use our pain for benefit, rather than becoming bitter and turning against Him.
There's an old adage:" You have to lose what's really important to find out what really matters."
Well, all I have to say is, thank you for reading my blog and I hope that you appreciated my effort to share to you my experiences. Good Day!!!
