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Family is still a vital part of Us

We still consider family to be an essential component of who we are.

By Oluwakemi AdeolaPublished about a year ago 3 min read
Family is still a vital part of Us
Photo by Ioann-Mark Kuznietsov on Unsplash

Once upon a time, in a small village nestled in the heart of a vast forest, there lived a simple loving family of four. The parents, John and Maryjane, had two children, a son named Jack and a daughter named Emily. They lived a simple life, tending to their farm and caring for one another.

One day, a great storm swept through the forest, tearing trees from their roots and flooding the fields. The family's farm was destroyed, and they were left with nothing but the clothes on their backs. it was a tragedy of irreparable dimension. with nothing left by the storm to salvage, they were forced to leave their home and seek refuge in a nearby town.

As they wandered through the streets, cold, hungry, and afraid, they stumbled upon an old woman who was sitting outside her cottage. She took pity on the family and invited them inside, offering them a warm meal and a place to sleep.

As they sat around the fire, the family shared their story with the old woman. She listened intently, nodding her head in sympathy and understanding. When they finished, she spoke softly.

"My dear children," she said, "you have lost everything, but you still have each other. Your family is your greatest treasure, and nothing can ever take that away."

The family took her words to heart and realized that they were not alone. They had each other, and that was all that mattered. They began to rebuild their lives, relying on one another for strength and support.

Days turned into weeks, and weeks turned into months. Slowly but surely, the family began to find their way. They found work, made friends, and even managed to save enough money to buy a small plot of land outside of town and build a shelter for themselves.

As they settled into their new home, they realized that the old woman had been right. Their family was their greatest treasure, and nothing could ever take that away. They had learned the true meaning of family, and they knew that as long as they had each other, they could overcome any obstacle.

Years went by, and the family grew and prospered. Jack and Emily got married and started families of their own. They made new friends in their communities and at work and even beyond their country, but they always made time for their parents, they gathered around the table for meals, shared stories and laughter, and celebrated milestones together.

Despite the love and support of their friends, they realized that family was something different. It was a bond that went beyond shared experiences and common interests. It was a connection that was rooted in blood, history, and tradition.

The family had come full circle, and they knew that they owed everything to each other. They had learned that family was not just about blood, but about love, support, and the bonds that held them together.

They made it a priority to cherish their family and to always be there for one another. They came to the clear conclusion that family was their greatest treasure, and that nothing could ever replace the bond they shared. For although friends were great, family was vital, and they were grateful for theirs every day.

And so, the family of four lived out their days, surrounded by love and the knowledge that they were never truly alone. They had each other, and that was all they needed. For in the end, family was the most important thing of all.

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Oluwakemi Adeola

I find joy in writing about developments in the world that concerns our collective humanity. I make it my priority to incorporate these topics in my writing whenever possible, as they fuel my passion for creative expression and storytelling

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