Families Are Important

I was surprised when I stepped outside this morning and noticed this little tricycle beside the apartment building steps.  There are no children living in our building, so I didn't expect to see toys in the yard.  But, quickly I realized that this little trike must belong to our neighbors' grandson.  He is probably visiting them this weekend.

Families are very important in Hungary.  It is common practice for young people and young families to go home at least for Sunday dinner, if not for the entire weekend.  We often hear children in the neighboring yard having fun with their grandparents over the weekend.  Even one of our older, never-married friends spends her Sundays with relatives, including her elderly cousin who is in a nursing home. 

There is much we can all learn from other cultures.  One of the best things we can learn from Hungarians is how to honor our elders by spending time with them regularly.