We are now in London exploring the area. By Saturday, we will go by train to Paris, France, and by next week, to Rome and Italy.
In China, our third daughter was our portable ATM, while in London, we have the fourth daughter as our portable ATM, while in going to Paris, Rome & Italy, we will have our travelling ATM in the person of my youngest daughter. We have not even touched the “pabaon” (travel funds) given by the two daughters (whom we) left in Sydney. My wife and I are truly overwhelmed by what our daughters are doing for us.
My daughter in Beijing told us “The reason why I am working hard and making sacrifices in accepting postings abroad and away from the family, is to make you Papa and Mama, happy.” I remember saying these words to my children when we were starting our family. But now, nabaliktad ang mundo (our roles have changed). I am hearing these words from my daughters. Both our two other portable ATMs told us “while you are with me; let me take care of the expenses.”
Not to be outdone, the two eldest daughters sent emails telling us “do not let money matters ruin your tour. Just go where you want to go and if you need more money, we will send you more.” The two eldest daughters left in Sydney are what we term as our stand by ATMs.
I am very proud of my daughters and very happy to have them, even if I do not have a son. Oh, my apologies. I got carried (away) by my emotions. Sorry to bother you with my musings but I just wanted to share with you my happy feelings.
Obet Dionisio, Quakers Hill