Weekly Small Talks 02 & Global Festival Activity 08 | A Letter to My Child 💌

Mathis,

You will almost be 10 years old. Time flyes so fast for me and dad.
I remember you when your were born. It was the beginning of our story together. We have shared so many moments of joy, fits of laughter, moments of comfort and, unfortunately, sad moments. You were an adorable kid, even if you did silly things like all children - you haven’t been a sweet little angel all the time my little love :baby_angel: :smiling_face_with_horns:.
You look so much like dad, you are such a funny pair of clowns singing and dancing who make me laught a lot.

You are a happy and a lucky child who has many friends you can count on. As you remember, dad told you he was harassed when he was younger because he is Asian and was considered different from other children. Happily, he had friends to defend him and could rely on, contrary to me. I have been lonely and harassed for a long time, maybe because of my shyness.
We taught you that you and your friend could help children who are lonely and protect them from harassers. This is very important for me.

Remember, we taught you, from your younger age, respect towards people according to their origins, disabilities, and other cultures. No racism and respect to couples of men or women. We are all the same, no differences between us.

I have so much to tell you but you know that your mum is very chatty. When you were three 3-4 years old, that I was detected a tumor, you were taking care of me, scared of what could happen to me, and even more during my chemotherapy. You and dad were so adorable to me and I felt so lucky to be supported during this ordeal.

When you ask me why you couldn’t have a brother or a sister, you understood that, because of my medications, it wouldn’t be possible. The most important for us is that you have a good health, we don’t need of another child.

And, let’s finally talk of your preferred hobby, basketball. You found a sport in which you have thrived since you were six years old. And playing in the NBA was your dream, even with Michael Jordan (who is retired since a while !).
I have kept few drawings you drew when you were 7. They are so cute. I adore them.


If you couldn’t play with him, there were still a lot of NBA players you could play with: Shay Gilgeous-Alexander, Victor Wembanyama etc.

Now we can just just tell you enjoy your life and cherish all the people you love, family and friends.
Whatever you’ll do, mum and dad will always support you. We are proud of you.

Love.

Mum and dad.

Thank you! :smiling_face_with_three_hearts: I don’t know when it will come since I’m still not ready yet but who knows. She/he might arrive soon.

I’m so sorry you and your husband had to go throught such ugly experiences!! you’re a fighting angel for battling your tumour and beating it forever!! I hope your son grows up to be a righteous person and a loving son who’s proud of his parents!! :two_hearts:

I have only child who only comes to me with it’s cute antics when its time for food!! so definitely can relate!!

My dear Hao,

I still remember when you were little, how much you loved buses. You would draw them carefully, and when we waited at the bus stop, your eyes would light up every time a bus arrived. You didn’t just see a vehicle, you saw a whole journey.

I’m proud of how observant you are, how you notice small details others often miss. That way of seeing the world is something special.

There are things I never said often enough, but I want you to know I’ve always believed in you.

If you read this one day, I hope you still keep that curiosity and joy for simple things. And I hope you always remember that


you are deeply loved.

His little cheeks omg :sob: he’s adorable!! manifesting he gets to win the london tour bus since he loves buses so much that would make him so happy!!

For my health problem, it’s fine right now but I still need to control it every six months and, happily, it hasn’t grown for 3 years.
It’s important for us to instill moral values for him, altruism, integrity, generosity, kindness and perseverance.
Children need us at the beginning of their life before flying on their own life.

He asked us if he could play in the NBA we would join him to the USA :blush: :basketball:
Well, if he is really able to join the NBA, we will pack our stuff! But we have plenty of time to think about it :rofl:.

That is such a cute thing for him to ask. I wish him well for his future goals.

On the whiteboard, he was playing the teacher. He had written in black the correct spelling of each word and in blue all the possible spelling mistakes that schoolchildren might make :rofl:.

Dear my daughter,

It feels like just yesterday you were small enough to hold my hand everywhere we went. Now you are standing at the edge of a new chapter, ready to graduate and step into a world that is becoming fully yours.

I want you to know how proud I am of you—not only for what you have achieved, but for the person you are becoming. You are kind, thoughtful, and strong in ways you may not always notice in yourself. These qualities matter more than any grade, award, or milestone.

As you move forward, I don’t ask you to be perfect or to have everything figured out. Life is rarely that simple. I only hope you stay true to yourself, keep your heart gentle, and never lose the curiosity that makes you you. Go and try things that make you feel alive. Choose paths that feel meaningful to you, even if they are not the easiest ones.

Most of all, I wish you health and happiness—not the loud kind that comes and goes, but the quiet kind that stays with you through ordinary days. And I hope you always remember that you are deeply loved, no matter where life takes you.

Keep growing, keep learning, and keep your kindness. That will always be your greatest strength.

With all my love,

Mom

What a beautiful letter. I can tell your daughter is well loved @WinnieT321

You’ve expressed your feelings so well @Arissa . Thanks for sharing.

Reading your words feels like being wrapped in the gentlest embrace.

That’s really a sweet message. :heart_eyes:

To My Dearest Daughter and Son,

As I write this, my heart is filled with love and hope for the two of you.

To my daughter, I hope you grow into a woman who is caring, kind, and compassionate. May you always have a heart that sees the needs of others and the courage to help whenever you can. I hope you remain thoughtful in your words and generous in your actions, bringing warmth and comfort to the people around you.

To my son, I hope you grow strong—not only in body, but also in character. May you face life’s challenges with courage and integrity. I hope you become a loving man who treats others with respect, shows empathy, and understands that true strength is found in kindness and understanding.

To both of you, my greatest wish is that you always have each other. As you grow older and build lives of your own, I hope the bond you share remains strong. Be there for one another during celebrations and hardships alike. Protect, support, and encourage each other. The world can sometimes feel overwhelming, but knowing you have a sibling who truly cares is a gift beyond measure.

Remember the lessons we tried to teach you—not through words alone, but through the love, care, and sacrifices we made every day. We may not always be by your side, but our love will always be a part of you. Carry it with you wherever life takes you, and pass that same love and kindness on to others.

No matter how old you become, you will always be our children, our greatest joy, and our proudest achievement.

May your lives be filled with happiness, purpose, and love. And may you never forget that you were loved deeply from the very beginning.

With all my love,

Nanay and Tatay :heart:

These are such beautiful words you have written. @Jill_Francisco The bond between siblings is unmatchable. I hope they carry this throughout their lifetime.

My Dear Sons,

As I write this letter, I think about how different the two of you are. One of you is quiet and thoughtful, while the other is energetic and full of life. One prefers calm moments, and the other brings excitement wherever he goes. Although your personalities are so different, my love for both of you is exactly the same.

Watching you grow has been one of the greatest blessings of my life. Each of you has your own strengths, dreams, and way of seeing the world. I hope you will always appreciate your differences and support each other as brothers, because family is one of life’s greatest treasures.

Above all, I wish for both of you to stay healthy—not only in your bodies, but also in your minds and hearts. Life will bring challenges, successes, disappointments, and opportunities. Through it all, I hope you take care of yourselves, find happiness in the simple things, and never be afraid to ask for help when you need it.

I hope you grow into men who are independent, passionate, honest, and responsible. Follow your dreams with courage and determination. Work hard for what you believe in, but never lose your kindness and integrity. Your character will always be more important than your achievements.

When the time comes for you to choose a life partner, I hope you find someone who truly loves and respects you. If you are fortunate enough to marry, I hope you build a happy and lasting relationship based on trust, loyalty, understanding, and mutual respect. Always cherish your partner and remain faithful to the promises you make.

As your mom, I would be grateful if one day you choose to look after me when I am old. But please know that I do not expect it as an obligation. As long as I am able to take care of myself, I will do so. What matters most to me is seeing you live meaningful, fulfilling lives and become good men.

No matter how old you become, you will always be my sons. I will always be proud of you, not because of what you achieve, but because of who you are. Be kind. Be honest. Be responsible. Take care of yourselves and of each other.

Remember that my love for you is unconditional and endless. Wherever life takes you, a part of my heart will always walk beside you.

With all my love,
Your Dinosaur Mom :rofl:

I absolutely love your honesty here…(with the dinosaur mom quote). My boys are very different in many aspects as well…but I love them dearly and am very happy that they have found their respective mates and are succeeding in life. @Kit_Mun

Thank you Nita :rofl: To be honest, seeing them grow up healthy is the greatest happiness for a mother… :smiling_face_with_three_hearts: @Nita_Davis