Not seeing my precious princesses for over 2 months. I finally got the opportunity to today. My little one asked me what was so special about Valentines day. I told her that its a day where everyone who's in love celebrates their commitment to each other. She then asked "papa, why only celebrate only on that day? Shouldn't loving someone be a celebration everyday?"
I proudly smiled and said "yes, my love"...hahaha she then said "where's CC (her eldest sister) and my rose?"... (to be honest my heart sank a bit, as I only "had" $50/- available to spend on this day.)
Being the proud dad I am I said "lets go girls! We are getting you each a rose as a belated Valentines day gift."
The little one said..."but papa, 2 roses here cost $20"
I told her its ok as the roses are priced as such. CC the eldest said "papa, its not worth spending that money on something that has a temporary value and has no functionality"... I told both of them that it is worth ever cent especially if they are happy and that I can see them smile. The youngest daughter said "but papa, if our smile can make you happy...look papa I am smiling", my eldest girl ensued and smiled...my heart literally melted.
Suddenly Faith bolted away to the Florist adjacent and she yeld out in joy "Papa! Look at what I found..." pointing at the most vibrant bouquet of roses...she said "its also for $20" with the cheekiest grin across her face...and said me and CC can have more than One rose each.
Without hesitation I paid for the flowers. Whilst being able to see both my precious beloved princesses smile and jovial.
Here she said "papa, if my smile can make you happy. I will smile for you every day for free, I love you papa and Iove for you to be happy every day"...a tear rolled down my cheek. I told them both that the beauty of their smile and the sincerity that shines through from both of them supercedes the beauty of the roses.
Gong xi fa cai. Happy New year