To the One Who Grew Up Too Fast…
For you, childhood was a luxury you couldn't enjoy. There were so many expectations, multiple responsibilities, and that robbed you of the opportunity to simply be the child you were. There was no room for mistakes. There was no time to fail. They always expected you to know and do better. There was no time to do the “childish stuff” On your way to the market, you would pass by and watch your mates play with sand. On your way to daddy's store, you'd see your friends running around the street. Mummy had to be at work early, so you were entrusted with the sacred duty of making sure the house was in order and your siblings were in good health. If ever anything went wrong, they blamed it on you. If the TV got spoilt, it was your fault If your sibling got injured, then you were careless. If the parlour was scattered, then you're lazy. Everyone called it training and yes, it did make you more responsible, mature & independent than most of your peers But do they know t...