"Choosing What Matters Most When the Heart Is Pulled in Three Directions" #235

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Greetings dear Ladies of Hive Community, It’s always a big pleasure for me to participate in your thoughtful weekly contests. Your initiatives is a true encouragement for us to think deeply and share from the heart. I’m so excited to contribute my own perspective on this week's topic"a unique dilemma".

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A Clash of Celebrations: One Day, Three Events

I'm now imagining myself being invited to three special occasions, My cousin’s wedding, a massive family reunion probably CHEMSA Class of 025, or My best friend’s wedding anniversary - all falling on the same day but at/in a different locations. This very scenario can challenge anyone’s sense of loyalty and priority, and it's possible to Happen any time and has already been happening to many out there.

Deciding from the Heart and Mind

  • In my own opinion and perspective, To make this a fair decision, I would only first consider the depth of my relationship with each of the party. Not just the title of like "cousin," "friend," or "family," but definitely the emotional bond we share. Next in line, I’d think about the value of my presence at each of the event, what it would certainly mean to them and how I’d feel being there present with my quarter contribution. After a much thought, I will choose to attend one which is justifiable and impactful.
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Just to make justice ⚖️ to the topic as it looks, my cousin’s wedding will be paramount. Weddings are obviously once-in-a-lifetime milestones that really holds a deep cultural and emotional weight, especially when it do involves family like this one. Unlike the anniversaries and reunions, which are somehow recurring in the future, a wedding marks the very beginning of a new chapter. So being part of that moment is obviously not only respectful but really unforgettable.

Memories Can Wait, But Milestones Cannot

While a family reunion is so important and full of nostalgia, it can definitely be rescheduled, postponed or thereabouts. Similarly, a wedding anniversary — no matter how grand it be can be celebrated privately or publicly every year. But
when it comes to wedding, it's irreplaceable. When fixed, it's done once and can't be rescheduled or redo as compared to others. This creates a memory that lasts forever but done once, and my absence could be deeply felt.

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Conclusion

In Choosing one event over the other doesn’t mean I'm neglecting relationships. It only means I'm valuing time, memory, and meaning. By so choosing a bloodline in this case, I uphold family values and as well create lasting support for a new couple starting their journey. I do believe that’s a decision worth standing by anytime. I'll invite @fashtioluwa, @daverick and @beckyroyal to share a thought 💭.

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On the level of closeness and ties, it is paramount you attend your cousin's wedding

Considering the bond you have with the parties involved does help in making a decision. And I agree with you; just because you cannot attend the others doesn't mean you value them less. Thank you for sharing your thoughts :)

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And we hope the new couple will celebrate their many future anniversaries and join the clan in future reunions to come. ❤️