508's Secret English Garden

Appreciate what you have

      I was once a spoiled and wayward girl. I would force my parents to get me what I want by all means, no matter how high the prices are. But soon after I got them, I might throw them behind and desire another pretty necklace or a new pair of shoes. I did not feel satisfied at all.

      However, my life was changed overnight. My father lost his job. We lost not only financial support but hope. What is worse, my mother was hospitalized because of severe depression. She could not eat normally nor sleep at night. For the first time, I tasted the feeling of helplessness.

      I finally knew how great my parents were. They did all things for me, cooking meals, doing the laundry, washing dishes, and so on. When looking at my mother’s pale face, I could not help crying. However, she gave me a feeble smile and told me everything would be okay and that I would still be her princess as usual without a doubt.

      Not until I had to do everything by myself did I find out what a fool I had been.  I already had so many things. Why was I so greedy and stupid?

      I can not be too grateful to my parents. Thanks to them, I learned how to think for others and control my desires.  Now I need those expensive presents no more.  As long as I have my family with me, it is the real and meaningful life. I am filled with joy every day although my life is not as luxurious and smooth as before. I know what I have is much more valuable than anything money can buy.