“Thanks for the reminder for busy fathers to make time for their families. My father, upon his retirement, made it a point to learn cooking and cook for the household. We will usually talk about his cooking over the meal. Obviously he gets compared to my mom who serves mouthwatering 'lemak cili api' or 'asam pedas'. Nevertheless, he takes it with a pinch of salt and the whole family has a good laugh during the meal. It may be his way of making up to us for those years when he was busy working hard to support the family. It was hard work but fortunately his work allowed him to be back home in time for dinner. Things are different for me. I do not have the luxury of returning home on time for dinner. Family meals are mostly during weekends. However, I strive to make it really enjoyable for me and my kids. I decided to copy my father. I play around in the kitchen with my kids while I prepare for the meal. It can be a simple fried rice or even a burger. I make sure my kids are involved in the preparation. Simple things like washing the vegetables or helping to stir the rice or grill the patties. At the same time I will act out the role of the comical chef! The smile and laughter from my kids make my day! I can still remember the day when my eldest kid who was in K2 then, said the following,"Ayah is the bestest chef!" What more can a father ask for?
The family that eats together, stays together. The truth behind this saying is seen in the shared joy associated with a simple dish or meal that becomes a special treat for all involved. Fathers, it can be as simple as pancake, or omelette; but as Saherly (and I am sure many others) would attest to, the key lies in the Hands that prepare it.
A picture may speak a thousand words, but the impact of a dish prepared by the Hands of a Father goes beyond words.
If you have a recipe to recommend, do send it to us.
Fathers, let us inspire one another to give our families a “Father’s Treat” this EWYFD.
If you are in a position of influence, may I request that you introduce this event to your institution or organization and raise the awareness to a corporate level. Help build a work-life harmony spirit in which a happy family makes a happy employee.
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