Adam não visitou sua mãe por anos, negligenciando-a depois que começou a ter uma vida própria. Um dia, ele teve que pegar alguns documentos na casa dela, apenas para encontrar a casa destruída e abandonada.
Diana Evans criou seu filho Adam sozinha. Embora ela tenha lutado, ela trabalhou muito duro para alimentá-lo e pagar sua educação. Depois de se formar no ensino médio, ele decidiu frequentar uma universidade do outro lado do país.
Embora Diana estivesse triste, ela alegremente mandou Adam estudar e viver em Nova York enquanto ela permaneceu na Califórnia. Eles manteriam contato durante seus primeiros anos lá, e ele ligaria para sua mãe sempre que tivesse tempo.
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Diana nunca conseguiu visitar Adam em Nova York durante seus anos na faculdade. O principal meio de comunicação deles era por telefonemas e, embora eles tenham diminuído com o passar do tempo, Diana ainda os apreciava muito.
Quando Adam estava prestes a se formar na universidade, ele ligou para sua mãe para convidá-la. “Ei, mãe!”, ele disse ao telefone.
“Oi Adam, que bom ouvir de você! Como você tem passado?” ela disse animadamente.
“Estou bem, mãe! Estou ligando porque finalmente vou me formar em duas semanas. Você pode vir?”, ele perguntou.
Ao ouvir isso, Diana ficou tão orgulhosa e podia sentir suas lágrimas chegando. Ela faria qualquer coisa para ver seu precioso filho marchar para pegar seu diploma. “Claro, Adam. Eu estarei lá. Eu não perderia! Estou tão orgulhosa de você!” Ela sorriu.
Após encerrar a ligação, Diana começou a procurar voos para Nova York. Ela ficou surpresa ao ver o quão caros os voos eram, e imediatamente percebeu que não tinha dinheiro suficiente para comprar uma passagem de ida e volta e um presente especial de formatura para Adam.
Ela decidiu fazer um trabalho extra como babá para ganhar dinheiro. Ela ficou de babá por longas horas para ganhar dinheiro mais rápido. Quando ela tinha economias suficientes, ela comprou animadamente seu ingresso e foi até a loja de departamentos para comprar um presente para Adam.
Diana circulou pela loja por alguns minutos antes de se decidir por um relógio. Ela percebeu que qualquer profissional precisava de um relógio bonito e decente, então ela queria dar um para seu filho.
“Por favor, embrulhe bem com uma fita”, ela disse à vendedora. “É um presente de formatura para meu filho. Ele está se formando em uma universidade de ponta em Nova York!” ela disse com entusiasmo.
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“Isso é incrível! Você deve estar tão orgulhoso. Parabéns!”, disse a vendedora, embalando o relógio.
Alguns dias depois, Diana animadamente foi para Nova York. Adam a pegou no aeroporto e juntos eles dirigiram até o campus dele, onde a cerimônia de formatura começaria em breve.
Diana pegou seu celular animadamente e começou a tirar fotos. Quando chegou a vez de Adam receber seu diploma, ela não conseguiu evitar ficar de pé e comemorar de coração. “Esse é meu filho!”, ela exclamou.
Após a cerimônia, Adam encontrou Diana e a envolveu em um abraço. “Oh, filho, parabéns!”, ela disse enquanto se abraçavam.
“Obrigado, mãe. Tudo isso é por sua causa”, ele sorriu. “Vamos ter um bom jantar agora”, ele disse, caminhando com sua mãe em direção à saída da universidade.
Adam e Diana comeram em um restaurante chique de carnes em Nova York e tiveram um jantar agradável juntos. No começo, Diana estava preocupada com a conta, até que Adam disse para ela não fazer isso. “Eu aceitei um emprego de meio período enquanto estudava, mãe. Este é o meu presente para você. Obrigado por cuidar de mim todos esses anos”, ele disse, apertando a mão dela.
Diana estava em lágrimas. Ela estava tão grata que Adam cresceu e se tornou um cavalheiro tão gentil. “Estou orgulhosa de você, filho”, ela disse. “Eu comprei algo para você também. Não é nada demais, mas espero que você goste.”
Ela tirou a caixa de presente e entregou a Adam. “Você realmente não precisava me dar nada, mãe,” ele disse enquanto a abria.
Quando viu que era um relógio, ele ficou surpreso. “Isso é lindo, mãe. Obrigado”, ele disse com um grande sorriso no rosto. “Vou usar isso para trabalhar todos os dias. Dessa forma, sempre terei você comigo.”
Naquela noite, mãe e filho passaram a noite conversando, tirando fotos e simplesmente aproveitando as vistas de Nova York.
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Depois de mais alguns dias em Nova York, Diana teve que voar de volta para a Califórnia. “Você vai visitar sua casa em breve, Adam?”, ela perguntou, lembrando-se de repente de que estava de volta a viver sozinha.
“Vou tentar, mãe. Tenho algumas entrevistas de emprego marcadas, então não sei quando vou conseguir. Mas prometo ligar”, ele garantiu a ela. Com isso, Diana assentiu contente.
Infelizmente, essa promessa durou pouco. Adam costumava ligar para sua mãe dia sim, dia não, mas isso diminuiu lentamente até que as ligações simplesmente pararam de chegar.
Durante uma de suas últimas ligações, Diana mostrou sinais de depressão causada por sua solidão. “Perdi muito peso e realmente não tenho apetite”, ela compartilharia.
“Você deveria comer, mãe. Saia e converse com seus vizinhos e faça caminhadas no parque”, disse Adam, ignorando os cartazes que ela compartilharia.
Durante anos, Adam visitava sua mãe de vez em quando, mas ele estava tão ocupado trabalhando em Wall Street e mantendo seu relacionamento com sua namorada modelo que essas ligações se tornaram raras.
Um dia, ele decidiu abrir sua própria empresa em Nova York. Para isso, ele precisava de documentos da Califórnia, os quais ele não podia pedir para sua mãe simplesmente enviar pelo correio. Então, no último minuto, ele pegou um voo de volta para casa e viajou para a casa deles sem contar para sua mãe. Mas quando ele chegou lá, ele não esperava o que viu.
A casa deles estava demolida e cheia de teias de aranha. As cercas estavam no chão, e o gramado parecia não ter sido aparado há anos. Ele olhou para dentro e viu a casa vazia, exceto por alguns móveis destruídos.
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Adam ligou para sua mãe, mas ela não atendia, então ele foi até a casa do vizinho para perguntar o que havia acontecido.
“Olá, Sr. Green”, ele disse assim que seu vizinho de longa data atendeu a porta.
“Adam? É você?” ele perguntou. “O que você está fazendo aqui?”
“Sou eu, Sr. Green. Onde está a mamãe? O que aconteceu com a nossa casa?” ele disse, sentindo-se culpado e assustado.
“Ah, bem, lembra daquela tempestade que atingiu a Califórnia alguns meses atrás? Nossas casas foram severamente danificadas. Sua mãe não tinha dinheiro suficiente para consertar, e ela disse que não queria sobrecarregá-la, então ela se mudou para uma casa de repouso”, explicou o Sr. Green.
“O quê? Por que eu não sei de nada disso?” Adam disse, chocado. “Onde fica o asilo dela?” ele perguntou.
Após pegar o endereço, ele rapidamente foi até lá. Quando chegou, viu Diana, frágil e em uma cadeira de rodas. “Mãe”, ele disse, em lágrimas, assim que a viu.
“Adam? O que você está fazendo aqui?” Diana perguntou.
“Mãe, sinto muito por não ter prestado mais atenção em você. Sinto muito por não estar lá quando você mais precisou de mim”, ele disse, de joelhos na frente da cadeira de rodas da mãe. Ele estava soluçando, sentindo-se culpado por ter negligenciado a mãe por anos.
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“Adam, não seja ridículo. Levante-se daí”, ela disse, tentando levantar o filho. Ele balançou a cabeça e se agarrou aos joelhos dela, e Diana não conseguiu evitar chorar. Ela pensou que nunca mais veria Adam, e vê-lo ali, em carne e osso, pedindo perdão, a fez se sentir tocada e aliviada.
“Sinto muito, mãe. Você não precisa ficar sozinha nunca mais”, ele disse, balançando a cabeça. “Vou morar com você e vou cuidar de você”, ele prometeu.
Desta vez, Adam realmente cumpriu sua promessa. Ele consertou completamente sua antiga casa e tirou sua mãe do asilo quando ela foi concluída. Ele também decidiu começar seu negócio na Califórnia em vez de Nova York e pediu para sua namorada se mudar para a casa deles.
Desde então, os três viveram felizes juntos. O casal cuidou de Diana e garantiu que ela fosse feliz novamente. Enquanto isso, Diana ajudava em casa enquanto Adam e sua namorada trabalhavam, cozinhando refeições para eles e ajudando com as tarefas domésticas.
O que podemos aprender com essa história?
- Devemos sempre reservar um tempo para nossos entes queridos. Não importa o quão ocupada a vida fique, devemos sempre reservar um tempo para verificar nossos entes queridos, não importa o quão longe eles estejam.
- O amor de uma mãe é para sempre. Embora se sentisse triste e abandonada, Diana nunca perdeu seu amor por Adam. Em vez disso, ela permaneceu esperançosa de que um dia eles se reuniriam e se veriam novamente.
Compartilhe esta história com seus entes queridos. Pode inspirá-los e alegrar o dia deles.
An Elderly Man with OCD Develops Feelings for a Waitress, Only to Be Publicly Humiliated by a Rival the Following Day
Jonathan arrived at the café, eager to impress the woman he loved. He had a new suit and had practiced hard. But things went wrong. Instead of Phoebe, he faced Mark, who publicly humiliated him, hinting at his long-time flaw. Jonathan’s nerves took over, leading to an embarrassing scene.
Jonathan Green, an elderly man, lived alone in a small, neat house on the city’s outskirts. His life was strictly regimented.
Every morning, he woke up precisely at 8:00 a.m., his alarm clock ringing loudly, piercing the quiet dawn. Jonathan would take a deep breath, and then immediately start his daily rituals.
First, he disinfected all surfaces, spraying and wiping until every inch sparkled. Next, he checked the locks and switches multiple times, his fingers trembling slightly as he flipped the light switches on and off, on and off.
The door locks were tested three times each, ensuring they were secure.
Jonathan’s days were like clockwork, each minute planned and each task completed in a specific order.
His routines were his comfort, a way to manage the anxiety that constantly buzzed at the edges of his mind.
He often quarreled with his neighbor Bob because of Bob’s cat, Mr. Whiskers, constantly roamed Jonathan’s garden, digging up his carefully planted flowers.
That bright morning, Jonathan was outside, meticulously tending to his garden, when he spotted Mr. Whiskers pawing at his tulips.
“Bob!” Jonathan called out, his voice tight with frustration. “Your cat is at it again!”
Bob, a quirky man with a wide grin and a perpetually messy appearance, popped his head over the fence.
“Ah, sorry, Jonathan! Mr. Whiskers is just a free spirit, you know? He means no harm.”
Jonathan grumbled, shaking his head. “Keep him out of my garden, Bob. I can’t have him ruining my flowers.”
Jonathan ate his lunch at a local café every day, occupying the same table by the window. The thought of someone else sitting there made his palms sweat.
Phoebe, the kind-hearted waitress at the café, knew about this peculiarity and always tried to reserve the table for Jonathan.
She was a bright spot in his otherwise anxious world, with her warm smile and gentle demeanor.
“Good afternoon, Mr. Green,” Phoebe greeted him as he walked in, her eyes crinkling at the corners. “Your usual table is ready for you.”
At the sight of Phoebe, Jonathan got nervous, and his hands started to shake. He quickly sat down and began arranging the sugar packets on the table, lining them up in perfect rows to calm himself.
Phoebe watched him with a soft smile, understanding his need for order.
“Thank you, Phoebe,” Jonathan said quietly, his voice barely above a whisper.
Phoebe nodded and placed his usual lunch in front of him: a plate of vegetables arranged by color, with the potatoes perfectly aligned.
She arranged the vegetables this way just for him, knowing it helped to calm his nerves.
As he ate, Jonathan couldn’t help but glance at Phoebe from time to time. She moved gracefully between the tables. Each time she looked his way and smiled, he felt a flutter of warmth in his chest, a feeling he couldn’t quite name.
Despite the rigid structure of his days, there was a small part of Jonathan that longed for something more, something beyond his routines.
And though he would never admit it, Phoebe’s smile was a tiny spark of light in his meticulously ordered world.
On one of his regular visits to the café, Jonathan brought a single daisy, its white petals slightly wilted but still charming. He hid it in his pocket throughout lunch, occasionally patting it to make sure it was still there.
As he finished his meal and carefully arranged his utensils, he discreetly left the crumpled flower on the table for Phoebe.
As Jonathan made his way to the exit, Phoebe hurried after him. “Mr. Green, wait up!” she called, her voice bright and cheerful.
Jonathan paused, his heart racing. “Yes, Phoebe?”
Phoebe caught up to him, holding the daisy gently. “This is lovely, thank you,” she said warmly.
“You know, the café owner is planning a musical evening soon. We’re looking for someone who can play the piano well. I remember you mentioning you used to play quite well. Would you consider performing?”
Jonathan felt his chest tighten. He looked at his watch, his fingers tapping nervously on its face.
“I… I need to be home. It’s almost time for my afternoon routine,” he stammered.
Phoebe’s smile softened. “I understand, Mr. Green. Just think about it, okay? It would be wonderful to have you play.”
Jonathan nodded quickly, eager to escape the unexpected conversation. “I’ll think about it,” he mumbled before hurrying out the door.
At home, Jonathan tried to follow his usual routine but found himself distracted by Phoebe’s words. Finally, he deviated from his schedule and sat down at the old upright piano in his living room.
His fingers trembled as they hovered over the keys. He began to play, but not all the notes came out right. His anxiety grew with each mistake.
Hearing the hesitant notes, Bob peeked through the window, his curiosity piqued. He knocked gently on the glass.
“Hey, Jonathan, need some help?” he called out.
Jonathan frowned but opened the window a crack. “I’m fine, Bob. Just… just trying something.”
Bob grinned, undeterred. “That’s awesome! Need an audience to practice on?”
Jonathan sighed. “It’s a foolish idea. I haven’t played in years.”
Bob stepped back and smiled. “Nonsense. Let’s work on it together. I can listen, and we can get you ready.”
Jonathan often struggled to play because of his obsessive thoughts, but Bob found a way to calm him.
He created little funny rhyming phrases.
“Tickle the ivories, just like pies,” and “Play the keys, no fleas, just ease.”
They first repeated them aloud, then to themselves. This helped Jonathan gather himself and play more steadily.
For the first time in a long while, Jonathan felt a flicker of happiness, a sense of accomplishment warming his heart. He smiled, thinking that perhaps this could be his moment to shine.
However, deep down, he couldn’t shake off the nagging worry that his joy might be premature.
The next day, Jonathan walked into the café with a slight spring in his step. However, instead of Phoebe, he saw Mark behind the counter.
Mark was a young waiter, known for his sharp tongue and competitive nature. He always seemed to be trying too hard to impress, especially when Phoebe was around.
Jonathan’s heart sank a little, but he approached Mark.
“Hello, Mark,” Jonathan said, trying to keep his voice steady. “Could you tell Phoebe that I agreed to perform at the musical evening?”
Mark raised an eyebrow, a smirk playing on his lips. “Sure, I’ll let her know,” he said, his tone dripping with sarcasm. “Good luck with that, old man.”
Ignoring the snide remark, Jonathan turned and left the café. He met up with Bob, who was waiting for him outside.
“How’d it go?” Bob asked, noticing Jonathan’s slightly flustered appearance.
“Phoebe wasn’t there, but I left the message with Mark,” Jonathan replied, trying to shake off the unease. “Let’s go get that suit.”
Bob nodded enthusiastically. “Absolutely! Let’s get you looking sharp.”
They went to the local department store, where Bob helped Jonathan pick out a suit. Bob was like a whirlwind of energy, holding up jackets and ties, and offering opinions on colors and styles.
“Try this one,” Bob said, handing Jonathan a navy blue suit. “It’ll bring out your eyes.”
Jonathan hesitated but took the suit into the dressing room. When he emerged, he felt a bit self-conscious but also a little proud.
“Well, what do you think?” he asked, turning around slowly.
Bob gave a thumbs up. “You look fantastic! Phoebe will be impressed for sure.”
After purchasing the suit, Jonathan had one more request.
“Bob, can we stop by the jewelry shop? There’s something I need to get.”
Bob’s eyes widened in surprise but nodded. “Of course, let’s go.”
At the jewelry shop, Jonathan carefully examined the pieces on display. His hands were a bit shaky as he finally selected a delicate silver bracelet with a small charm.
“This one,” Jonathan said, his voice soft. “For a special woman.”
Bob smiled broadly. “That’s a beautiful choice, Jonathan. She’ll love it.”
Bob patted him on the back as they walked out of the shop.
“Everything’s going to be great, Jonathan,” Bob said confidently. “I’ll be there to support you at the performance. You’ve got this.”
Jonathan nodded, a small smile tugging at his lips.
“Thanks, Bob. I appreciate your help.”
As they headed home, Jonathan felt a flicker of hope. Yet, the biggest test for poor Jonathan was to come, and he had no inkling of what lay in wait.
On the day of the performance, Jonathan arrived at the café, feeling a bit nervous. As he entered, he looked around for Phoebe but saw Mark behind the counter instead.
“Good afternoon, Mark. Is Phoebe here?” Jonathan asked, his voice slightly trembling.
Mark smirked. “Oh, she’s in the back. Why do you need her?”
Jonathan took a deep breath.
“I’m here for the performance. I told you to let her know.”
Mark’s smirk widened. “Oh, right. I must have forgotten. Besides, we decided against live music tonight. It’s not really your scene, old man.”
Jonathan’s heart sank. Just then, Phoebe came out from the back and saw Jonathan. She greeted him with a warm smile.
“Mr. Green! What a pleasant surprise. I didn’t know you came tonight! You look sharp today,” she said, noticing his new suit.
“You didn’t respond to my message, but I went ahead and tuned the piano just in case.”
Jonathan managed a small smile, feeling a bit more at ease. “Thank you, Phoebe. I’m ready to play.”
Jonathan looked at Mark, who shrugged nonchalantly. Phoebe frowned but turned to Jonathan with a reassuring smile.
“It’s not a big deal. The piano is tuned, and you can play. Let me just inform the café owner.”
As Phoebe walked away, Mark seized the moment to mock Jonathan.
“Look at you with your useless rituals. Your obsessive thoughts have no place here. You’re just going to embarrass Phoebe and yourself.”
Jonathan’s hands began to shake uncontrollably. In his panic, he knocked over a stack of dishes on a nearby table. The crash echoed through the café, and juice spilled onto the patrons at the neighboring table.
Faces turned towards him, some with shock, others with annoyance.
Feeling utterly humiliated, Jonathan ran out of the café, his vision blurred with tears.
Bob was just entering the café, having arrived a bit late. As he stepped through the door, he and Jonathan collided, nearly knocking each other over.
“Whoa, Jonathan! What happened?” Bob asked, seeing the distress on Jonathan’s face.
Jonathan, struggling to catch his breath, tried to explain.
“Mark… he didn’t tell Phoebe. They weren’t expecting me to play, and he… he mocked me. I knocked everything over.”
“Jonathan, calm down,” Bob said, placing a firm hand on his shoulder. “Remember our rhymes from the rehearsals. Repeat them with me.”
Together, they closed their eyes and chanted the calming phrases:
“Tickle the ivories, just like pies,” and “Play the keys, no fleas, just ease.”
Gradually, Jonathan’s breathing steadied, and the panic ebbed away.
Despite the anger and confusion inside the café, he felt a new resolve forming within him.
Bob gave him an OK sign. “You’ve got this, Jonathan. Don’t let Mark or anyone else stop you.”
Jonathan, still murmuring the calming rhymes, walked back into the café, ignoring the stares and whispers.
He made his way to the piano, his focus entirely on the keys in front of him. The café owner moved to intervene, but Phoebe quickly stepped in.
“Please, let him play. I’ll take responsibility for whatever happens next,” she pleading the owner.
Summoning all his strength, Jonathan began to play. The first notes were shaky, but as he continued, his confidence grew.
The music flowed beautifully, filling the café with a serene melody. The chatter died down, and everyone listened, captivated by his performance.
As the last note faded, Jonathan faced the audience.
“I have OCD,” he began, his voice steady. “But today, I overcame my fears and my need for daily rituals to take a step forward. I want to thank Bob for helping me find a new way to calm myself, and I even thank Mark for the obstacles he put in my path because they made me stronger.”
He turned to the café owner and the patrons. “I apologize for the chaos earlier and promise to cover the costs.”
The café erupted in applause, and Jonathan felt a wave of relief wash over him. Mark slipped out quietly, his head down, while Jonathan approached Phoebe, who was beaming with pride.
He took out the small box and handed it to her.
“Phoebe, this is for you. And… would you go out with me on a real date?”
Phoebe’s eyes sparkled as she opened the box to reveal the bracelet.
“Yes, Jonathan. I’d love to.”
From a distance, Bob watched with a satisfied smile. Jonathan had not only faced his fears but had also found the courage to pursue his happiness.
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