When I’m alone and reflect on that time when Jasmin was six months old, I close my eyes and relive the love and connection we shared that day.
When my daughter, Jasmin, was just six months old, she was placed on my chest. In that instant, I felt a bond I believed could never be broken. Today, Jasmin is 20 years old, and she has blessed me with a granddaughter, making me a proud Pawpaw. While our communication isn’t as strong as I wish it were, I hold tightly to the hope that I will soon be reunited with them. When I’m alone and reflect on that time when Jasmin was six months old, I close my eyes and relive the love and connection we shared that day. It is my most memorable time. It’s comforting to know that the mind can evoke feelings of adoration, bringing a sense of calmness and serenity.
Narrow-Mindedness
At one of my most vulnerable and weak moments, I found myself consumed by the belief that a great injustice was being done to me. I was determined to gain knowledge of modern philosophy, yet I feared that without classical logic as its foundation, I might lose my relevance in society. It felt as though I were a teacher fluent only in French, struggling to convey ideas in a conservatory where lessons were conducted in Portuguese. In such a situation, it would be trivial, even harmful, for him to allow his personal insecurities to hinder the growth and progress of others. This reflection taught me the importance of keeping an open mind. When one door closes, another will open. Always keep your mind open to possibility.
