29/07/2026
Daddy’s Fish Pond and My Little Secrets
When I was younger, I did not have many toys to play with. Instead, my playground was my daddy’s fish pond, his plants and his dogs.
Daddy loved keeping fishes. I remember spending so much time watching his fishes swim around, especially one special goldfish with big, beautiful pop eyes. To me, that fish was so unique and fascinating. My curious little mind started wondering, “If one eye pops out, will it grow back again?”
So, being the adventurous and mischievous little girl that I was, I decided to find out myself. I popped one of the fish’s eyes and waited to see if it would grow back.
Every time Daddy came home, he would go straight to check on his beloved fishes. And every time, he noticed that one of the fish had a popped eye. For many years, he never knew why this kept happening. It remained a little mystery in our home.
But that was not my only fish adventure.
One day, I saw Daddy gently massaging the stomach of a goldfish to help release the baby fish. In my little curious mind, I remembered what he did and thought, “Maybe I can do it too.” 🤣
When Daddy was not around, I tried to do the same thing. Thankfully, the poor fish survived my little experiment! Looking back now, I can only imagine how much patience Daddy must have had with his little curious daughter.
The biggest secret was finally revealed 30 years later when I confessed everything to him. Instead of scolding me, Daddy simply smiled and said, “You noty fellow.”
That was Daddy. His kindness, his patience, his humour, and his loving smile always made even my naughty moments feel forgiven.
Today, I miss his voice, his laughter, his jokes, and the warmth of his smile. These little memories may seem simple, but they are the precious pieces of love that Daddy left behind.
Thank you, Daddy, for filling my childhood with curiosity, laughter, and unforgettable memories.
Has anyone ever wondered if the popeye fish’s eye regrow? Comment ‘FISH’ below, and I’ll reply with the answer 😉
