I can barely write this post without big drippy tears streaming down my face. Because I am blessed. I am blessed beyond anything I ever deserved with the two most wonderful parents on earth. Truly.
And yet, I've let them down before. I've forgetten to call, or I let my tiredness prevent me from inviting them in for supper. I got lazy. I got wrapped up in my own stuff and I forgot that although we are no longer under the same roof, we still share the same heart. And then I snapped out of it.
Because I listen to the warnings from those who no longer have their parents. I listen to those who lost loved ones without settling arguments or grudges. I listen to those that live with the regret of priorities gone askew. I get that what I have right now, will not be here forever. I get that family is the most important thing there is. I get that time is short. So, I make sure that I am conscious of this.
Every other day, a reminder pops up on my phone that says "Call Mom & Dad." It is set on repeat to infinity. Usually I see it and dismiss it because chances are I just spoke to them the day before or I just got off the phone with them. But it's there to remind me to not drift too far. I've done that before and I won't let it happen again. I refuse to live or die with regrets when it comes to the most important people in my life.
As parents of small children, it's very easy to forget that there are others who want and need your time. Don't forget your parents gave you all theirs. So, what are you waiting for? Pick up the phone and call. They miss you.
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