Activity #2

Do Unto Others 

            One thing that I’ve slacked on for the last year is spending time with my parents. I moved out a little over a year ago, and my time spent back at home has been limited. Although my dad understands, my mother has found it a little bit harder to deal with. In an effort to do unto others, I invited my parents over last weekend for some pizza and football. It was nice catching up and having them over to my house. My dad got to eat and watch football (two loves of his life) and my mom got to visit with me and my girlfriend.

            Later that week, I stopped by unannounced for a surprise visit. Both my parents were home and seemingly happy to see me. I got tiling advice from my dad and groceries from my mom. No matter what, my mom won’t let me leave their house empty handed.

            Although it may seem like an insignificant activity, it’s really not. In my mind, I’m always too busy for a visit with my parents. In all actuality however, I’m never too busy for my parents. It was a refreshing reminder of how much I love them and that I need to spend more time in their company.