derek came in today. he called yesterday to confirm his appointment and asked if i passed my exams.
he is a lovely man. very polite. very genuine. very considerate. very hamble. very loyal.
he is always bringing me presents. chocolate, wine, cards, rosary, christian books, prayer cards.
this time, he really melted my heart.
he brought in a painting for me and kiran. it's a cartoon picture on a dental clinic. they were all nicely wrapped up. and before i had a look, derek made me promise i would bring the present wherever i go next time. i wondered why but i promised i would keep my words. when i finished the treatment and derek was gone, we unwrapped the present and oh my god i was so touched. then it crossed my mind i told derek once i might be going home to do dentistry. he must mean i have to hang it somewhere in the place i work next time, wherever it will be.
there were cards for congratulations for passing our exams too.
and one card for my mom-- saying thanks to her, and telling her she should be proud of her girl and that her girl is doing good to other people. i know mama, and papa you will always be proud of me.just that, derek, you really will make me cry one day.
derek always says i am like his family. and i am always welcome to his place with his wife pauline for christmas if i am alone in manchester. and that my cheerful giggles always make everyone feel better.
derek, you are always saying thank you to me. but this time, i wana say, derek, thank you for always being patient with me. thank you for walking this path of learning with me. i am indeed blessed for having a lovely patient like you. it is not just about the presents, it is how you are treating me and accepting me as who i am.
i pray you and pauline will be healthy and happy ever after.
