Do we ever stop to think about the power of karma?
What we give to others often comes back to us—sometimes in ways we never expect. This is a story about love, regret, and an unforgettable life lesson.
After losing his father, a man decided he couldn’t care for his aging mother anymore. With little thought about her feelings, he moved her into a nursing home. Visits became rare, just the occasional drop-in when guilt tugged at him.
His mother didn’t say much about her discomfort. She simply adjusted to life in the home, though it was clear she wasn’t happy. Then, one day, everything changed.
The son received a call from the nursing home—a call no one ever wants to get. His mother’s health had worsened, and she didn’t have much time left.
Rushing to her side, he asked if there was anything he could do for her in her final days. She met his gaze, her eyes filled with a mix of sorrow and love, and said she had a few requests.
She asked him to fix the fans in her room. “They don’t work well, and sometimes I can’t breathe properly,” she explained. Then she mentioned the refrigerator. “It often fails, and there were nights I went to bed hungry because the food had spoiled.”
Her son’s heart sank. Why hadn’t she mentioned this before? Why wait until now, when it was too late to make things right?
His mother’s answer hit him like a lightning bolt. “I knew I was dying,” she said softly. “But I wanted you to know for when your own children leave you here someday. Then, maybe you’ll think of me. What you give is what you get. Never forget that.”
Her words shattered him. In that moment, he realized the weight of his choices and the pain he had caused. He had left his mother in a place she didn’t want to be, only to hear her use her final moments to ensure his future would be better.
This story is a powerful reminder of the love our parents give us—love that deserves to be honored in their golden years.
Let this story be a wake-up call. Cherish your parents, care for them, and never take their sacrifices for granted.
Share this story with your loved ones to remind them of the unbreakable bond between a parent and their child.
