The Story of Taro Leaves in my Life.
Hello Hive friends!
Today I would like to share a childhood memory about Gabi leaves, called Taro leaves in English.
Back then, it was really hard to get a real umbrella. Whenever I see these leaves now, they make me smile, reminding me of the old days. These impressive, really huge leaves were our natural umbrella! They were big enough to keep me dry in the rain, or at least protect my hair from getting wet.
I also remember that, in addition my mother would always give us plastic bags to cover our school bags when it rained, so the books inside wouldn't get wet. But we didn't own a real umbrella.
It's just nice to share these little memories from my childhood. It makes me happy that nowadays, I can provide a real umbrella for my parents. Hehe...
Just recently, I was reminded of my childhood again. It was raining, and I didn't have an umbrella with me, but I fortunately found a plant with taro leaves that offered me protection. And I share these pictures with you today!
Thank you, Taro leaves, for being a part of my wonderful childhood memories. And thank you, Hive Family, for always supporting my blog.
Godspeed and God bless always!
Taro leaves really reminds you of your beautiful childhood memories. It was fun to see you enjoy getting shelter with the leaves.
Yes, even nowadays, in the era of umbrellas these leaves can still be useful, hehe. 😊
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They are so intelligent to use our items.
Yes :)
Oh my, I feel a story coming on. What a lovely fantastic image. Something about how large and graceful they are, and the way they shield you. What does rain sound like when you are under there?
It sounds... peaceful!
Apropos "story", I am currently writing a book about my life as domestic helper (about my different stations for different employers, in Singapore and Hong Kong, how I accepted these jobs to be able to support my son in the Philippines). I wonder if one day I should try to publish it or just keep it private and share with some friends only? Anyway, I will still need some weeks or months to finish it...
The Taro leaves were your childhood umbrellas and how they still bring you joy today. It's so comforting to be reminded of those little moments that shaped us.🤗
Yes, very beautiful and precious memories!
Thank you for sharing those sweet and nostalgic memories.🤗
Your story just greatly resonate to me. I also grew up in a poor family and I experienced also using Gabi as an umbrella. It is humbling to reminisce those memories which have contributed to the kind of person you are and I am now. May taro plants give more shelter to people who needs it!
Nice to read that you had similar experiences like me and can understand my feelings.