As This Man Noticed That His Wife Had Made A Mistake, Everyone Held Their Breath. His Reaction Is Incredible.
#1
When I was little, there was always something warm to eat for dinner. Usually my mum would stand in front of the stove and cook for the family. There is one evening however, that really stands out and I remember it exactly:
It was a seemingly long day for everyone, particularly for my dad who came home from work completely knackered. There was a hearty stew for dinner and my mother made toast and herbed-butter to go with it. But what I saw was not toast, but something that more resembled a few slices of pitch-black coal - the bread had obviously been burnt in the toaster. I didn't trust myself to say anything, and waited to see if dad would say anything. But far from it!
#2
My dad acted as though nothing was wrong, took the black toast, spread the herbed butter on it and ate with a hearty appetite. At the same time he continued on and asked me how my day at school was and if I'd already finished my homework. I no longer remember exactly what I answered, but what happened next has been permanently ingrained in my memory. As my mother started to apologise for the burnt toast, my father said very calmly, and with a smile on his face: "Don't be silly, Honey! This is EXACTLY how I like my toast!"
#3
Later, when my dad came into my room to give me a goodnight kiss, I asked him if it was true that he liked burnt toast. He gave me a big hug and said: "Listen, your mother had had a long and stressful day. This happens sometimes. Besides: a bit of burnt toast doesn't hurt anyone. But what does hurt, is saying the wrong thing at the wrong time!" Then he held me tighter before saying: "You'll see that there are many things in life that don't go to plan. And we as humans are not always perfect. I, for example, am terrible for missing appointments and remembering our wedding anniversary. But you know what? Over time we learn to accept the small mistakes of others. And even learn to love them! This is the secret to a long and happy relationship between two people. Life is simply too short to throw it away and waste it with regret. Simply love those that mean you well. And remember to sympathise with those who haven't yet realised it."
Since then, I have learnt only too well, what my dad then meant.
