There is an undeniable truth: during our childhood, our parents serve as our primary caretakers. They dedicate countless hours ensuring we have an ample supply of food, milk, and toiletries. Within this nurturing care, they bestow upon us invaluable treasures.

Indeed, we’ve all traversed through the “pre-drunk” phase of life, where our concerns revolved solely around the most fundamental needs. It all begins with those familiar rituals. This isn’t merely a phase of convalescence, but rather a period marked by the assortment of products from various brands that become household favorites.

Yet amidst these routines, we vividly recall those dark, battling nights when our mothers would coax us to eat a bit more or drink a bit more milk. “Come on, sweetheart, just a few more bites, and by tomorrow morning, you’ll be even bigger and stronger,” Mom used to say. And with pride, our bellies, big and small alike, would come full circle, as we found ourselves growing stronger with each passing day.

Then came bath time. Is there an experience more universally memorable? Do our first-time mothers or caregivers engage in a gentle “struggle” to ensure we’re clean, even as we attempt to “escape” from the bathtub? And afterward, we can still recall the feeling of refreshment post-cleanse, followed by the warm praise and tight hugs from our parents.

Yet what’s unexpected is that, even as we grow older, these “treasures” persist in our lives, not merely as physical items, but also as cherished memories and wellsprings of inspiration. They serve as an endless source of humorous anecdotes that we can share with friends.

Reflecting on those joyous times, we can’t help but smile, recollecting and expressing gratitude for the special treasures our parents “gave” us – the nourishing meals, the glasses of milk, the bottles of shampoo. They are not mere objects of daily use; they are also cherished reminiscences of our childhood.