Mae

I fail to learn.  Got into another argument with my mum again - this time over silly plastic bags. I realize  I am reacting 反應 instead of responding 回應.  I came all the way to Singapore to help look after my mum as her maid goes on home leave.  It's really silly of me to try to "reason" with my obstinate mum and try to get her to see my point of views.  My bluntness and loudness have deeply hurt my mum's feelings.   I apologize to her thereafter but the damage is already done. God, please help me to have more patience, help me to be open minded and to accept my mum as she is.  Grant me the serenity to accept what I cannot change and the wisdom to choose my response.  Amen