Kate is the host of Friday Fun
Friday Fun – your path
we all travel through life in our best way possible
often on quite different paths
none are right or wrong, just different!
get creative and share your path
in poem, photos, fiction or fantasy?
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I was born in a home that was blessed with both parents
But tragedy befell when I was just a child, losing my mum
Circumstances changed and demanded that I tread a path
Balanced between childhood and grownup caution
I needed to be careful not displeasing my new mother
Keeping on the good side of her, I tried my best but I was a child
Rebellion often raised its head, making me stand my ground
On matters which appeared trivial to grownups
But were important to a teenager, so trouble ensued
But I was always the one to apologize and give way
I still tread a cautious path, being careful of not offending
It is a habit ingrained in me through years of practice
Now I bless the circumstances that taught me these traits
Gave me the habit of giving way, and trying to understand
The point of view of others and being able to compromise
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Beautiful picture and wise words. A wonderful combination for me today.
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Thanks a lot Regina
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I’m very sorry you learned the trait through pain and fear, but it truly is an admirable trait to have, Sadje. You show your acceptance each and every day here at WP. ❤
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It was hard at that time, but yes I do value and appreciate this quality. Thanks Li for your kind words
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You’re most welcome, Sadje.
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😍🥰
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I used to tread on paths like that. These days, those paths make me fall down and go OUCH.
I had an abusive father with a hair-trigger temper and even with the utmost caution, there was a limit to what you could do to prevent him from going crazy — and violent. Rather than learn to tread a careful path, my goal was to get out of there. I was gone before I was 17. It was the smartest move I could make.
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An abusive parent is the worst type of challenge a child has to bear. You did well to move out. One cannot learn to live with abuse.
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Mmm. I’m sure that was difficult. Wise words, indeed. Compromise is important. Thanks for sharing, Sadje.
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Yes, it was but now I’m grateful for the lessons I learned. Thanks 🙏
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Welcome, Sadje. 🙏
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😊
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Kindness and Compromise are huge attributes, I’m still working on both … well done Sadje 🙂
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Thank you so much Kate. You’re absolutely right, and I think the work is never completely done.
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always a work in progress but it evolves ..
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That’s true
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Sadje, it must have been tough. But you are so loving and giving. So thankfully it did not have a negative impact.
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That’s so true Punam! I’m grateful that it didn’t leave a negative residue on my personality. Thanks for your kind words
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You are always welcome.
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🙏🙏🙏
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Working with step parents isn’t always easy. (I also lost my birth mother when I was very young). The first step mother I had wasn’t happy and left with her young child… the second Step Mom was fairly young and was almost a rival for my father’s attentions. I tried to be a peace maker until I couldn’t and then, when I was able, I left. Now I do the best I can since my father passed and ‘Mom’ has severe dementia. We can only do the best we can.
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You’re right, it’s not easy at all. And with age both parties gain some wisdom and the ability to compromise.
Thanks 🙏
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Compromise is something some people never learn to do… great post Sadje!
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Thanks Leigha. Compromise is what keeps me grounded. No false expectations
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You’re welcome.
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😍
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