So since the name of this blog is Priya, Pianos, and Purses, I'll start explaining in that order...
Priya is my 8 year daughter with whom I have an very interesting relationship with. You see, my parents and I really don't have the relationship that I would like to have. Based on professional advice, I will never have that relationship. It's not going to happen. It was very difficult for me to accept that but in order for me to grow, I had to accept this and move on. When you are an adult and have a child, your focus changes. You no longer are the center of your world! A child is a gift and that is what Priya is to me. I am open to her teaching me lessons as I hope she is with me. I was selected to be her caregiver and need to give her the tools she needs to become a force to be reckoned with in this world. That time is limited, so I must use it wisely. Eventually she will go out into the world on her own, have her own family, and her children will become the center of her world. Hopefully I will continue to have a great relationship with her but that takes time and energy. You reap what you sow. So I'm sowing as much as I can right now and will continue to do so for the rest of my life. Basic principle in life at it applies to many things!
Just remember, children are a gift. You are not always the one teaching just because you are the adult. They teach you, but you have to be open to that idea.
Peace,
Shanti
