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[quote=CANDON,318419]I remember a story going around the internet in Canada a few years ago that touched me. The wife asked the grandfather to eat at a table away from the main table over by where the dog ate because he drooled and dropped his food on the floor and was sometimes hard to talk to. They put all his food in a big bowl and only gave him a spoon so he didn't drop anything on the floor. They ignored him during dinner because he didn't have new interesting things from his day to tell them and sometimes ruled the conversation. Then their little boy asked why Grandpa didn't get to eat with the family and they said it was because they loved him and he was old and needed special care. And the little boy said, "Mom, I Iove you and Dad so much. When I grow up and you are old I will make a special spot for you and Dad over by the dog, I will give you a spoon and a big bowl to eat and I won't talk to you so you don't get confused". I have read posts here on filial responsibility and I know from friends that parents are more respected in China but I think the bottom of all of it is no different... we were raised by them and it could not have been easy and now it is the other way around. They may be difficult but so were we. It may be hard for us but it is not easy to be old, losing your purpose in life, your mind and your strength and dexterity. I think it is about love, responsibility and patience....and I think the last is key to providing the first two. Its about sharing all parts of life. From my own experience I can tell you I find it very hard to carry out my responsibilities....but I don't think you want to hear my stories :)[/quote]

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